Dealer–OEM alignment is swinging back toward the field. As manufacturers rebuild field teams, communication with dealers is tightening— And store performance is following. Doug Gilmour, Dealer Principal of Malone Ford, explains how stronger field partnerships are driving results. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now…
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Today I’m joined by Doug Gilmour, Dealer Principal of Malone Ford. We get into Doug’s 13-year run at Ford, the 7% profit swing that put him on the map, and the all-in gamble that made his dream a reality. This episode is brought to you by: 1. @openlaneus - The…
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Today's show features: Liza Borches, President & CEO of Carter Myers Automotive Jake Hales, Digital Operations Manager at Gee Automotive Companies This episode is brought to you by: CR Stream – Put the power of multiple auctions in your hand! CR Stream multi-lists your inventory to OVE, SmartAuction, and Copart…
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Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: https://bit.ly/3Suismu Check out Car Dealership Guy’s stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs…
Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: https://bit.ly/3Suismu Check out Car Dealership Guy’s stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs…
Customer retention is regaining focus across auto retail. Some dealers are analyzing how every service interaction influences long-term customer value. Ivette Dominguez Drawe, Dealer/Owner of Alpine Automotive Group, explains how retention discipline compounds long-term growth. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite…
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Some dealers are deploying "agentic" AI systems that take human-level actions— Carrying conversations end to end and booking real test drives in real time. Parker Boice, GSM at Firmage Group Automotive, explains how this evolution is reshaping dealership operations. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast…
Today's show features: Yossi Levi, Founder of Car Dealership Guy Brian Benstock, Dealer Principal of Paragon Honda & Acura Todd Szott, Dealer Partner of Szott Auto Group This episode is brought to you by: KPA – Non-compliance isn't an option. OSHA, FTC, and state regulators are actively targeting dealers with…
Data via Car Wars, Mid-Year Metrics: Key Takeaways from 2025 Dealership Phone Data. It breaks down where dealerships lose the most opportunities and much more. → https://carguymedia.com/3IWa0Kp Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com…
Customer behavior is shifting in auto retail. Most shoppers are starting the process online— But nearly half still finalize their purchase in-store. Nathaniel Hancock, Chief Sales Officer at @Podiumsoftware, explains how hybrid buying habits are reshaping dealership operations. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now…
Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D’Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today’s automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Parker Boice, General Sales Manager at BMW Utah and Than Hancock, Chief Sales Officer at Podium. This episode of…
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Many dealers testing new tools are learning that innovation brings wins... And wasted spend. Ivette Dominguez Drawe, Dealer/Owner of Alpine Automotive Group, explains how calculated risk is driving results. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by @Lotlinx, @vAutoInc…
Today's show features: Jami Langham, COO of Coleman Automotive Group Brian Ortega, Creative Director at Valley Hi Toyota Brittney Dean, Sales Business Development Manager at Van Horn Automotive Group This episode is brought to you by: KPA – Non-compliance isn't an option. OSHA, FTC, and state regulators are actively targeting…
*Standing out* in auto retail is evolving beyond price and product. Some dealers are building market share by reflecting the communities they serve— Turning representation into measurable retention. Ivette Dominguez Drawe, Dealer/Owner of Alpine Automotive Group, explains how this strategy is driving results. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the…
Today I’m joined by Ivette Dominguez Drawe, Dealer/Owner of Alpine Automotive Group. We unpack her incredible journey from the sales floor to building a thriving dealership empire — leading one of Colorado’s top-performing teams and driving a group that now sells one in every three GM vehicles in the state.…
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Today's show features: Nate Myers, Used Car Director at Mercedes-Benz of West Chester Burt Davidson, Used Car Platform Director at Diehl Automotive Group Eric Miller, Used Car Director at Morrie's Auto Group Charlie Spradlin, Sales Director at Art Moehn Auto Group This episode is brought to you by: KPA –…
Service marketing is becoming a profit lever. Dealers are reclaiming customers who’ve drifted to competitors— Simply by making fixed ops *visible* again. Ryan Downing, Dealer and CEO of Ross Downing Auto Group, explains how awareness alone is driving service growth. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy…
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