CDK's latest study reveals something surprising(!) Even with plenty of inventory, only 60% of consumers find price negotiation and trade-ins easy. But David Thomas from @CDKGlobal mentions a strategy that boosts satisfaction to 93%. Could dealers rethinking their approach in this way be the key?: Need help finding top automotive…
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with David Thomas, Director of Content Marketing at CDK Global where we dive into a Q4 auto market forecast: How Gen Z is buying cars, Have we reached an EV sales equilibrium, why overnight test drives sell cars,…
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The way some dealerships treat payment processing is extremely transactional (pun intended)—no support, just price. But what if payments could become a productivity booster? Julie Douglas of @dealerpayllc6658 shares one solution that has quietly changed the game: #DealerPayPartner Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ Interested in…
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Julie Douglas, CEO of Dealer Pay where we discuss: The accounting nightmare hiding in dealerships, Saving dealers 20 hrs of work per week, shocking trends in down payments for 2024 and much more! This episode of the…
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What's the real secret to turning around an underperforming dealership? Raul Gomila, GM at City Kia @citykia8743, says it all comes down to strict ethics— winning the right way is black and white, with no gray areas in-between. Here’s how he got his whole team to buy in. Need help…
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EVs vs. hybrids: What’s the ACTUAL future of decarbonization look like? Toyota’s stance- EVs are only part of the solution. So what else is in play? @Holman1924's CEO, Bill Cariss dives into where the market’s really heading (and when). Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ Interested…
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Building the world's largest Honda store and investing in AI to reduce staff—does that add up? For Ryan Rohrman of @BobRohrmanAutoGroup, it's about shifting from bricks to clicks. He completed his grandfather's vision for a grand dealership but now focuses on the "virtual lot," empowering his sales team through social…
Is the car market bracing for a major correction? During COVID, used car prices soared 30-40%. Now, inventories are up, and profits are down. So what's the new playbook for dealers in this shifting landscape? City Kia's @citykia8743 Raul Gomila shares a surprising insight. Need help finding top automotive talent?…
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Raul Gomila, GM/Partner of City Kia, to reveal how he turned a dealership losing $1M a year into a top performer. We dive into the strategies that made him a top 5 Kia dealer in the…
AI is transforming car dealerships in 3 big ways: 1. Sales: AI handles follow-ups; BDC builds relationships. 2. Service: AI uses data to bring customers back. 3. Chat: AI enhances chat, boosting conversions. Adoption is skyrocketing. Impel’s $100M acquisition of Outsell gives them 20 years of customer data to train…
Is Amazon a friend or foe to car dealerships? With Amazon eyeing automotive retail and partnering with OEMs, dealers are asking tough questions. Access to hundreds of millions of eyeballs sounds great— but what does that mean for the future of traditional dealerships? Bill Cariss of @Holman1924 shares what industry…
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Bill Cariss, CEO of Holman Strategic Ventures, to discuss how he's deploying $9 billion into the next generation of automotive disruptors, his journey from car dealer to venture capital giant, the rollercoaster experience of being an…
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What’s the biggest difference between running a used car lot and a new car franchise? At a used car lot, you mostly flip cars, chase margins, and repeat. At a new car franchise, you're probably juggling multiple businesses: new cars, parts, service—and building lifelong customer relationships. Ryan Rohrman of @BobRohrmanAutoGroup…
Imagine a dealership where a single AI manages everything—from buying cars to post-sale service. One AI that: - Follows up on purchases - Conducts CSI surveys - Schedules service - Sells F&I products —all while your team focuses on building real relationships. CEO of @GetImpel Devin Daly, shares what this…
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What's the secret to turning used cars in under 30 days? At @SheehyAutoStores, they enforce a strict 30-day turn policy, use aggressive pricing, and maintain a 1:1 new-to-used sales ratio. Plus, 45% of their used car buyers join their VIP program for service perks. CEO Vince Sheehy breaks down how…
Will AI replace jobs in car dealerships? Some say yes—but it's not that simple. AI offers instant, 24/7 communication, but what does that mean for human salespeople? Ryan Rohrman of @bobrohrmanindyhonda-lh7ng explains what embracing AI will do for the customer experience. Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here:…