Where’s demand headed in the car biz? Patrick Coleman at @jimcolemanauto8164 says it’s still strong—especially for Toyota and Honda. Their Toyota store is turning, on average, 86% of its inventory every 30 days. Local supply can’t keep up, and even outside dealers are stepping in to fill the gap. Here’s…
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Patrick Coleman, President of Jim Coleman Automotive Group where we discuss: How hes winning in a saturated market with 9 dealerships, His secret weapon for used inventory acquisition, Is Cadillac poised for a massive rebound? and much…
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Do new entrants in the car biz stand a chance? Overseas automakers are rolling out sleek cars at half the price, creating a clear opening at the lower end of the market. But with Vinfast reporting a $2 billion loss last year, can they really compete with giants such as…
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A viral video put niche car dealer Andrew Glaser of @vantageautothecollection on Gabriel Iglesias's radar. During COVID, while others sold off, Andrew doubled down on rare and *weird* cars. That bold gamble led to a viral moment that changed the dealership's trajectory. Here’s how it all played out. Interested in…
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What’s happening with Stellantis is wild. They’ve priced themselves into a corner—and now dealers are stuck with 2023 models that nobody’s buying. The real question: Can Stellantis recover by 2025? Alan Haig of @Haigpartners breaks it down. Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com…
Are *nostalgic* cars recession proof? Generally, the higher the price tag, the more insulated the market—fewer loans, more cash buyers. Exotics? Fairly recession-resistant But what about a 2000 Acura Type R or a ‘95 Cobra Convertible with just 12 miles? Here’s what Andrew Glaser of @vantageautothecollection discovered. Interested in our…
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Andrew Glaser, CEO of Vantage Auto, where we discuss: How he became the #1 seller of interesting, odd, and weird cars in the US, making millions from nostalgia, striking gold in an Indiana barn and much more.…
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Dealership employee comp plans are changing, big time. Some GMs have taken upto a 40% drop in comp this year, but smaller dealer groups could offer higher upside (and downside) with more variable plans. Interesting how some areas with lower living costs are now seeing higher comp... Steve Adragna at…
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Steve Adragna where we discuss: The biggest trends in dealership hiring, Demystifying pay plans, Rise of the $1M manager, Hottest automotive roles and much more. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you…
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Would you let AI pick your next car? I sat down with Matthew Crawford, Chief Product and Innovation Officer at @Carscom, to explore the future of AI in auto retail. The key takeaways? 1. In the next 12-18 months, AI might eliminate buyer's remorse. 2. In 3-5 years, AI could…
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Dealership real estate valuations are a mixed bag. So how are values really determined in this market? Mark Pomella of SAB Capital @sabcapital6800 breaks down the 4 primary factors that affect dealership real estate values: #sabcapitalpartner Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested…
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Want your listings to dominate car marketplaces? Matthew Crawford, Chief Product and Innovation Officer at @Carscom, shares the secrets for beating the competition. • Price wisely (!) • Spotlight your sales team • List every car—no exceptions • Deliver unbeatable customer experience Here’s how some smart dealers are staying ahead:…
With 30 million monthly visitors, Cars.com has deep insights into what drives car buyers. Matthew Crawford, Chief Product and Innovation Officer at @carscom, breaks down the two key factors that close the sale: • Strong ratings & reviews . • Earning buyer trust. Here’s how to maximize both: #carscommercepartner Interested…
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Matthew Crawford, Chief Product & Innovation Officer at Cars Commerce. We discuss: How he designs retail experiences for 30M car shoppers, best practices for selling cars online, how dealers are gaming the marketplace algorithms and much more.…
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