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March 11, 2024

Anarchy in the mid-price car market?

Interested in advertising with CarDealershipGuy? 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 the website for more (https://dealershipguy.com) and follow me on X @GuyDealership! (https://x.com/guydealership) This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not…

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March 9, 2024

84-month auto loans are a "suicide pill"

84-month auto loans might move cars off the lot -- but at what cost? Brian Benstock, Partner and GM of Paragon Honda, explains what's happening in the car market

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March 7, 2024

Can This Used Car Dealer Succeed Where Others Failed? | Car Dealership Guy Podcast

In this episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast, I'm speaking with Eli Hanna, Dealer Principal of Hanna Cars where we discuss: Selling his first car behind a service shop, expanding his independent car dealership business into the Florida used car market, whether he can succeed in the same location…

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March 5, 2024

How Crushing Automotive Recalls Might Save Lives AND Dealerships | Car Dealership Guy Podcast

In this episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast, I'm speaking with Ryan Maher, CEO of BizzyCar where we discuss: the looming public safety threat of 70 million vehicles affected by automotive recalls, how the tough months in the dealership business during covid inspired the creation of his company, his…

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March 4, 2024

Are dealerships cheaper than Quick Lube?

20%. That’s how much more expensive a "quick lube" is than a dealership service center (according to Ryan Maher, a car dealer and the CEO of BizzyCar). But even though some quick lube shops are more expensive... Many customers still opt for them. Why? They're fast and convenient. There's a…

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Feb. 29, 2024

A Leadership Masterclass from the #1 Honda Dealer in the World | Car Dealership Guy Podcast

In this episode, I'm speaking with Brian Benstock, Partner and General Manager of Paragon Honda & Acura where we discuss: his rise in the New York automotive industry and becoming the #1 Honda dealership in the world, the wild success of his 24-hour service center, how leasing could be the…

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Feb. 27, 2024

The Accounting Mistake Costing Dealers Thousands a Month | Car Dealership Guy Podcast #61

In this episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast, I'm speaking with Frank O'Brien, a partner at Withum. We discuss financial fraud in the dealership business, how dealerships can attract and retain technician talent, untapped warranty reimbursements from auto manufacturers, the clashing reality of EV mandates and consumer demand +…

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Feb. 22, 2024

Raising $130 Million to Build the Future of Automotive Retailing AI

In this episode, I'm speaking with Devin Daly, CEO of Impel This episode is brought to you by: Private Auto - The safest way to buy and sell vehicles privately. Use code ‘CDG’ to list your car for free. Learn more @ https://privateauto.com/ Valvoline - Go beyond the traditional supplier-dealer…

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Feb. 20, 2024

How this Car Dealer Became a #1 Volvo Store in the US

In this episode, I'm speaking with Matthew Haiken, President of Prestige Collection Auto Group This episode is brought to you by: Stream Companies - Full-service, fully integrated, tech-enabled ad agency doing the ordinary extraordinarily well. Learn more @ https://www.streamcompanies.com/ CDK Global - Empowering dealers with the tools and technology to…

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Feb. 16, 2024

First Ever Live Q&A with Car Dealership Guy

The secret is out and the Car Dealership Guy makes his live reveal with Cars Commerce CEO, Alex Vetter, as they sit down for the world's first in-person Car Dealership Guy interview and Q and A at NADA 2024. They discuss the humble beginnings of the Car Dealership Guy, how…

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Feb. 15, 2024

How Working for Elon Inspired His $3.5+ Billion Company

In this episode, I'm speaking with Jay Vijayan, CEO of Tekion This episode is brought to you by: Car Dealership Guy Industry Job Board - Connecting world-class talent with top-notch companies in Automotive. Find your next role—or start hiring today—at https://bit.ly/49v1Mkt Valvoline - Go beyond the traditional supplier-dealer partnership today…

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Feb. 13, 2024

Can a Motor Oil Company Survive (and Flourish) in a possible EV Future?

In this episode, I'm speaking with Chad Brooks, Head of Dealer Development at Valvoline Global. This episode is brought to you by: CDK Global - Empowering dealers with the tools and technology to build deeper customer relationships. Learn more @ https://www.cdkglobal.com/dealership-xperience-platform Valvoline Global - Go beyond the traditional supplier-dealer partnership…

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Feb. 6, 2024

How "Gambling for Car Dealers" inspired a $2 Billion Business

In this episode, I'm speaking with Joe Neiman, Co-Founder of ACV Auctions This episode is brought to you by: Car Dealership Guy Industry Job Board - Connecting world-class talent with top-notch companies in Automotive. Find your next role—or start hiring today—at https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/jobs CDK Global - Empowering dealers with the tools…

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Feb. 2, 2024

Who The F*ck is Car Dealership Guy

The most mysterious and influential automotive creator on the internet—Car Dealership Guy—is finally revealed. Follow Car Dealership Guy: X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/GuyDealership LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Instagram: https://instagram.com/cardealershipguy For more, visit dealershipguy.com.

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Feb. 1, 2024

Innovate or Die: Car Keys and the Future of Dealership Security

In this episode, I'm speaking with Steve Baucom, President of KEYper Systems This episode is brought to you by: Private Auto - The safest way to buy and sell vehicles privately. Use code ‘CDG’ to list your car for free. Learn more @ https://privateauto.com/ Valvoline - Go beyond the traditional…

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Jan. 31, 2024

Vehicle theft at dealerships is at an all-time high

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Jan. 30, 2024

Leadership Secrets of the #1 Toyota Dealer in the World

In this episode, I'm speaking with Doug Eroh, President and GM of Longo Toyota This episode is brought to you by: Car Dealership Guy Industry Job Board - Connecting world-class talent with top-notch companies in Automotive. Find your next role—or start hiring today—at https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/jobs Fullpath - Discover Automotive's Leading Customer…

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Jan. 29, 2024

Another used car shortage in 6 months? 🤔

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Jan. 25, 2024

Solving the Aging Used Car Bubble of 2024

In this episode, I'm speaking with Brian Kramer, EVP of Cars Commerce. This episode is brought to you by: Valvoline - Valvoline can help drive your service department by streamlining operations and increasing revenue with hands-on technician and sales advisor training, state-of-the-art service lane technology, and a robust preventive maintenance…

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Jan. 23, 2024

Building a $6 Billion Car Sales Software Empire

In this episode, I'm speaking with Brian MacDonald, CEO of CDK Global This episode is brought to you by: Valvoline - Valvoline can help drive your service department by streamlining operations and increasing revenue with hands-on technician and sales advisor training, state-of-the-art service lane technology, and a robust preventive maintenance…

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Jan. 22, 2024

🤣🤣🤣 #dealership #carsofyoutube #dealershiplife

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Jan. 18, 2024

The Secret Weapon to Dealership Efficiency | Carmatic

In this episode, I'm speaking with David Domm, CEO at Carmatic. This episode is brought to you by: Cars Commerce - The platform to simplify everything about buying and selling cars. Learn more at https://www.carscommerce.inc/ Interested in advertising with CarDealershipGuy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered…

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Jan. 16, 2024

Rise of Lease Here Pay Here Dealerships

In this episode, I'm speaking with Tim Lawrence, CEO of LHPH Capital. This episode is brought to you by: CDK Global - Empowering dealers with the tools and technology to build deeper customer relationships. Learn more @ https://www.cdkglobal.com/dealership-xperience-platform AutoFi - AutoFi's powerful platform helps dealers sell smarter, not harder—online and…

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Jan. 14, 2024

Vehicle repossessions rising?

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