Today's show features:
Eric Barbosa, VP of Variable Ops at Cavender Auto Group,
Brett Sutherlin, Owner of Sutherlin Automotive Group,
Ned Hennessey, Vice President Dealership Investments @ SURMOUNT
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Key moments:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
07:46 Breaking News: Volvo and Tariffs
10:33 Dealer Confidence Report
12:16 US Senate Votes on California's EV Mandate
14:07 Interview with Eric Barbosa
17:49 Social Media Strategy for Sales
29:49 Industry Pulse: Buttons vs. Touchscreens
33:58 Introduction to Wrench Total Care
35:28 Ned Hennessy on Sale-Leasebacks
45:08 Brett Sutherland's Aggressive Strategy
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