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Marc Weitz had never owned a motorcycle, wasn't much for a plan and had three sources pointing toward two different routes. Then he rented a bike in Kabul and set out across Afghanistan toward the Minaret of Jam. Which route would he trust—and how would he know whether he was still on a road at all?
Mike and Mark dip into our future behind the wheel, examining full self-driving capability in cars, the proliferation of robo-taxis, and the effect of all of this technology on the economy and safety. ----M and M EXTRA: Two iconic talk radio hosts. One unfiltered daily conversation. No scripts. No spin. Just Mike Gallagher and Mark Davis breaking down the news the way it should be — with decades of experience and zero apologies. If you love smart unscripted talk show chemistry, you’re in the right place. -----Thank you to our amazing sponsors for supporting the podcast! PreBorn saves babies and souls, by providing free ultrasounds to women. When a young woman SEES her baby and HEARS her baby’s heartbeat, it doubles the chance she’ll choose LIFE! Whether you want to save one baby or hundreds…you are just a call or a click away. Call 833-850-BABY that’s 833-850-2229 OR go to preborn.com/MMExtra! PHD Weightloss:If you're ready to finally take control of your health, PHD Weightloss has the plan that works. Real science. Real support. Real results. Visit PHDWeightloss.com or call 864-644-1900 and mention Mike and Mark. Relief FactorAre you in pain? When it comes to supplements, two things matter most: that it works, and that you can trust it. That's why we love Relief Factor. Get relief from pain at relieffactor.com or call 1-800-4-RELIEF to get your 3-Week Starter for $17.76. EKKL StreamingThe stars of Duck Dynasty, Willie & Korie Robertson, teamed up with EKKL to create a brand new, one-of-a-kind streaming platform built around faith and family with movies, TV series and podcasts. The best part? You get all of this for only $5.83 a month. Sign up for EKKL at ekkl.com today!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike and Mark dip into our future behind the wheel, examining full self-driving capability in cars, the proliferation of robo-taxis, and the effect of all of this technology on the economy and safety. ----M and M EXTRA: Two iconic talk radio hosts. One unfiltered daily conversation. No scripts. No spin. Just Mike Gallagher and Mark Davis breaking down the news the way it should be — with decades of experience and zero apologies. If you love smart unscripted talk show chemistry, you’re in the right place. -----Thank you to our amazing sponsors for supporting the podcast! PreBorn saves babies and souls, by providing free ultrasounds to women. When a young woman SEES her baby and HEARS her baby’s heartbeat, it doubles the chance she’ll choose LIFE! Whether you want to save one baby or hundreds…you are just a call or a click away. Call 833-850-BABY that’s 833-850-2229 OR go to preborn.com/MMExtra! PHD Weightloss:If you're ready to finally take control of your health, PHD Weightloss has the plan that works. Real science. Real support. Real results. Visit PHDWeightloss.com or call 864-644-1900 and mention Mike and Mark. Relief FactorAre you in pain? When it comes to supplements, two things matter most: that it works, and that you can trust it. That's why we love Relief Factor. Get relief from pain at relieffactor.com or call 1-800-4-RELIEF to get your 3-Week Starter for $17.76. EKKL StreamingThe stars of Duck Dynasty, Willie & Korie Robertson, teamed up with EKKL to create a brand new, one-of-a-kind streaming platform built around faith and family with movies, TV series and podcasts. The best part? You get all of this for only $5.83 a month. Sign up for EKKL at ekkl.com today!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The best call-in car talk show in America! Under The Hood. We take your live calls and get you answers to all your car repair problems fast. Give us a call today. 866-594-4150 Here are today's callers! Finding a great rear bumper for a 9k mile classic Ford. Someone help a classic lady out! My Ranger has another dead battery 87 Chevy camper, yes, it gets 5mpg is that good? 20 F250 hard hot start 15 Impala whine around 35mph 22 BMW X3 tire rotation Jeep new car warranty is it legit? 12 Ram 1500 Engine noise again Farm Tractor using a house light switch for power
Great service managers don't simply survive the month—they build stronger teams, improve the customer experience and create consistently profitable service departments. In this episode of Service Drive Revolution, automotive fixed operations expert Chris Collins reveals five overlooked habits that separate great dealership service managers from average ones. Great service managers: 1. Reject the status quo and continually improve their processes. 2. Know their numbers and understand how to change them. 3. Become "people collectors" who constantly recruit, develop and retain talented employees. 4. Make the customer experience easy, trustworthy and worth returning for. 5. Find coaches and mentors who challenge them to keep learning. Chris explains why dealership service departments are closed-loop systems, how tribal knowledge keeps managers trapped in outdated processes and why exceptional performance can actually make a manager's job easier—not harder. The conversation also examines service department profitability, net-to-gross, unproductive wages, CSI, NPS, technician recruiting, service advisor performance and customer retention. You'll learn why sales scripts and objection handling cannot replace customer trust, why technology such as video multipoint inspections cannot fix a broken process and why successful service managers are always recruiting. Chris also discusses former CIA intelligence officer Andrew Bustamante and his book Outsmart Everyone: Spy Skills to Gain an Unfair Advantage in Work and Life. The team explores charisma, vulnerability, intentional leadership, parenting and the ability to make genuine connections with people. This episode is for: Dealer principals General managers Fixed operations directors Service managers Parts managers Service advisors Automotive technicians Dealership and repair-shop leaders. If you want a healthier, more profitable automotive service operation, this episode provides a practical leadership framework you can immediately apply.
Adventure motorcycle training is everywhere today—but who worked out how these big motorcycles should be ridden off pavement, and how did those techniques become a formal curriculum? Clinton Smout joins Jim to explore where the training came from, why standards matter, and what riders of any brand should realistically expect from a professional course.
On Podcast #384, on tap today for John Davis and the MotorWeek crew are two updated crossovers, as well as an update on Ford's upcoming “from scratch” mid-size EV pickup including it's name which is also new to the brand. Plus our Lightning Round looks ahead for the Blue Oval automaker as word is circulating about what's next for their more conventional products. And a viewer has a question about MotorWeek merch.
Automotive built the procurement playbook. Structure, process, category management, sourcing discipline. Compressed margins forced it, and every penny had to be defended. The problem is that the same discipline that made automotive procurement world-class is now the thing slowing it down.Phil Ideson, Founder and Managing Director of Art of Procurement, has seen both sides of that. He started his career in automotive purchasing at Vauxhall, moved through Ford's graduate scheme, went to Visteon, and then left for pharma, consumer products, technology, and financial services. Today, he runs Art of Procurement, home of the number one procurement podcast in the world, and he spends his days with procurement leaders across every industry you can name. Jan has known him for years, and she has never met anyone who cares more about elevating this function.In this episode, Phil names something the industry rarely says out loud. Many automotive processes exist to maintain control, not to drive an outcome. Purchasing teams waved the process in people's faces because that is where the power came from, and the whole function ended up measured on cost savings because that is the business case procurement built for itself. Then comes the part about AI. Phil argues it is an operating model question, not a technology purchase, and he lays out what happens when you free up capacity with AI and your team is not ready to use it.There is also a preview of Catalyst coming to Detroit on September 22nd, and Phil designed it as a small room for 30 to 50 senior leaders rather than another hall full of exhibitors.The mindset shift here is bigger than procurement. It is about whether legacy automotive can stop protecting what works long enough to build what is next.Themes Discussed in this EpisodeWhat automotive procurement does well and where it lagsProcess built for control instead of outcomesThe cost savings trap inside procurement's own business caseWhy the "seat at the table" mindset keeps the function smallPower dynamics and early supplier engagementAI as an operating model question, not a technology purchaseMaking sense of a market of 500-plus procurement tech providersDriving change with confidence
Communication is key to GM Financial's continued success under new leadership, according to retiring GM Financial President of North America Operations Kyle Birch. "There'll always be challenges for lenders and dealers, even in the best of times," he told Auto Finance News. "We talk a lot about sales, funding, credit performance, customer satisfaction, profitability — the list goes on. But if we're not talking about that with our dealer customers [or] in the lending industry, then we're not helping our dealers sell more cars.” Birch's tenure with GM Financial spans nearly 16 years, He has been president since February 2018 and before that chief operating officer and executive vice president of GM Financial North America. He also was with the captive's legacy company, AmeriCredit Financial Services, for 13 years. Jonas Hollandsworth, executive vice president and COO of North America, will succeed Birch in September. "He knows what to do and how to do it well, especially with our dealer customers," Birch said of Hollandsworth. "He'll dive deeper on the consumer side of our business and spend more time growing and learning about our Canadian business." In this podcast, Auto Finance News editor Amanda Harris and GM Financial's Kyle Birch talk about his tenure at the captive and preparing the next generation to lead.
Leo Portaluppi says the accountability gap holding back growing dealer groups is one owners create themselves. He argues that titles without real equity produce managers who still think like employees, and that fixing it means giving partners a real path to owning 10, then 20 percent of the store they run. Topics: 02:10 Fixed Needs Variable, Vice Versa. 04:10 "If You Want Reliable, Don't Buy This." 08:25 Oil-Change Dad Built An Empire. 15:00 Don't Hire Bad Habits, Train Them. 17:00 App Steers Customers To Right Store. 21:00 GMs Write Rules, No Complaints. 31:45 Owner Operators Beat Managers. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Digital Dealer - Join us September 22–23 in Detroit and register today at DigitalDealer.com. Use code CDG25OFF at checkout and bring your team for a generous discount. Visit @ here for more info. 2. Widewail - Widewail uses AI to turn raw customer feedback into clear operational insights so you know exactly what to fix and where to focus. Go to @ here to book a demo. 3. CDG Circles - Connect with verified dealers all inside the CDG Platform. Learn more @ here. Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: CDG Circles ➤ https://cdgcircles.com/ Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Dealership recruiting ➤ http://www.cdgrecruiting.com Fix your dealership's social media ➤ http://www.trynomad.co Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ http://www.cdgpartner.com Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
The Automotive Troublemaker w/ Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier
Episode #1426: Today, we talk about a $40 million charity bid for Ferrari's new Luce EV. We also look at Group 1 Automotive's strategy of building deeper dealership clusters and consolidating store names, plus new data showing brand-conscious shoppers ...
Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsorsNeed to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERELaunch your tool game to the next level with Launch Tech USA! HEREIn this episode, Dustin Stutzman, a shop foreman and high-efficiency flat-rate technician, shares why he left engineering for the automotive industry and how he became a master technician without a dedicated mentor. Drawing from years in dealership service departments, Dustin explains how flat-rate pay, poor dispatching, and corporate policies often discourage quality repairs and technician development. The conversation explores AI, diagnostic pay, training, dealership culture, and what it will take to retain skilled technicians in the future.Timestamps:00:00 Learning Without Mentors 00:47 From Engineering to Automotive 01:51 Work-Life Balance and Career Values 04:45 AI and the Future of Service Advisors 07:16 Paying Technicians for Video Inspections 11:45 The Shop Foreman Role 14:07 Dispatching Work by Skill Level 17:19 Solving a Cold-Start No-Start Mystery 23:31 Fighting for Diagnostic Pay 24:50 Feeling Appreciated by Great Leadership 30:00 Leaving After Pay Cuts 34:46 Dealer Groups and Industry Consolidation 39:48 Becoming a Chrysler Master Technician 42:40 Life on the Training Road 43:27 Why Dustin Avoided GM 44:30 Diesel Emissions and Warranty Pay 49:02 Getting Diagnostic Time Approved Upfront 55:40 Quoting Worst-Case Repairs 57:53 Service vs. Parts Department Friction 01:03:41 Dispatch Roulette at Dealerships 01:05:15 Demanding Real Diagnostic Data 01:05:46 The Air Filter Diagnostic Lesson 01:11:25 Old-School Electrical Diagnostics 01:13:57 Chrysler Warranty Pay and the Neon Squeak 01:15:19 The 40-Hour Dash Rattle 01:16:46 Brick Road Dash Rattle 01:17:32 One-Shot Repair Success 01:18:06 Foam-Filled Repair Solution 01:19:25 Why Dustin Praises Chrysler WiTech 01:21:09 Preventive Maintenance Matters 01:22:34 Oil Change Reality Check 01:25:19 The Cost of Oil Neglect 01:29:45 Training Technicians Under Flat Rate 01:33:18 The Missing Career Path for New Techs 01:34:39 Learning by Doing 01:37:45 Advocating for Better Pay and Metrics 01:41:20 Dealer Groups and Technician Burnout 01:45:07 The Technician Shortage and Pay Gap 01:50:16 Keeping Great Technicians 01:53:16 Closing Thoughts and Upcoming Events Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232
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The best call-in car talk show in America! Under The Hood. We take your live calls and get you answers to all your car repair problems fast. Give us a call today. Replacing a thermostat on a 07 Accord 20 Chevy Trax not charging 25 Kicks switches to kilometers from miles per hour randomly 20 F150 coolant and trans flush 11 Xterra rust proofing a vehicle how to do it?
On the phone-in: Our auto-motive expert Doug Bethune tries to solve your motor vehicle mysteries. And off the top, the Medway Community Forest Cooperative is building community and sustainable forestry on 15,000 hectares of crown land.
We spend a lot of time making motorcycle travel easier. More reliable bikes, GPS navigation, online bookings and help that may be only a message or a call away. Jacqui Furneaux has spent years travelling very differently. Her old Royal Enfield has broken down, she's relied on maps and strangers for directions, and she often leaves room for not knowing exactly what happens next. Some of the experiences she values most happened precisely because something didn't go according to plan. So as motorcycle travel becomes safer, easier and more predictable, what are we gaining — and what might we be insulating ourselves from? Are we engineering some of the adventure out of motorcycle travel?
- Another Incentive War Coming? - Detroit 3 Losing Market Share - Chrysler Pacifica Sales Up 81% - Used Prices Up $9K Since 2019 - Ford to Stop China Imports - EREV Sales Drying Up in China - Mitsubishi Gets Foxconn EV from Taiwan - Honda Auctions Off Old Race Cars - Ford Revives the Ford Times, Now Electronically
Coffee Guy Coffee Podcast presents Coffee & CarClicks feat. Lori Berkson Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective. In this episode of The Car Guy Coffee Podcast, Lou Ramirez and Fred Lennartz welcome back Lori Berkson for a live Coffee and Car Clicks episode in Austin during the Women in Automotive event. They discuss the packed keynote, breakout sessions, and networking, then shift to what excites Laurie about CarClicks, including the up coming launch of ServiceClicks and the rollout of Auto AI Clicks after beta testing with dealers nationwide. Laurie explains how CarClicks supports conquest inventory marketing by syndicating to three billion devices every 15 minutes, leveraging its owned DSP and marketplace through AutoSales.com, and providing strong reporting for dealer decision-making.
- Tariffs Give Imports $7K/Car Advantage - Ex UAW Presidents Oppose Fain Re-Election - GM Building $4.5 Billion Emergency Stockpile - How Hyundai is Using Gen-AI - Kia EV3 Enters U.S. Under $32K - Waymo Ojai More 'Affordable' Even w/ 102% Tariff - 1st Look at Jaguar Type 01 Interior
- Tariffs Give Imports $7K/Car Advantage - Ex UAW Presidents Oppose Fain Re-Election - GM Building $4.5 Billion Emergency Stockpile - How Hyundai is Using Gen-AI - Kia EV3 Enters U.S. Under $32K - Waymo Ojai More 'Affordable' Even w/ 102% Tariff - 1st Look at Jaguar Type 01 Interior
We spend a lot of time talking about what's wrong with the automotive industry.So Jade Price asked a different question:What's actually gotten better?Patty Ruggia talks about the growth of dealership support teams and the increased respect being given to technician education.Jade shares what she's seen from more women entering the trade and how social media has created a much bigger community of technicians willing to help, share knowledge, and support each other.And the conversation eventually comes back to something simple:Maybe we need to spend a little more time recognizing what's improving.What's the biggest positive change YOU'VE seen in automotive?Drop it in the comments.Negative Pushes.Positive Pulls.God Bless.j.Featuring:Patty Ruggiahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/patty-ruggia-07913863/https://www.linkedin.com/company/autocanadaJade Pricehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jade-price-4675016b/https://www.instagram.com/theautomotivecapture/https://www.tiktok.com/@theautomotivecaptureHosted by Joshua TaylorListen to The Wrench Turners Podcast:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1ScwRP0DFMtDsp83JxPhPK?si=26aeb4be65da45ebInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/mrjoshuataylor/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrjtaylor/⚠️ Disclaimer:I'm a licensed mechanic. That doesn't mean I know what I'm doing, whether it's fixing things or filming things. Do your own due diligence.Chapters00:00 Welcome to Earned Influence00:50 What's Getting Better?01:29 Better Dealership Support03:36 Supporting Technician Education06:25 More Women in Automotive07:26 Mechanics Helping Mechanics08:40 Looking for the Positive11:14 Change Your Mindset11:53 Final Thoughts
For the CEO of Kurt Geiger, cars are a “third space” between work and family. From owning one of just 13 Bristol Fighters ever built to driving a BMW 5 Series Touring Alpina B5, which he calls the “Swiss Army knife of cars,” Neil Clifford combines a passion for fashion with an eye for exceptional automobiles. Discover more and follow us: BMW Classic on Instagram @bmwclassicMini Classic on Instagram @official_miniclassicJP on Instagram @jprathgenClassic Driver on Instagram @classicdriver Become a guest on the Classic Heart podcast:You have an exciting story about classic BMW to tell? Send us an email bmwgroup-classic@shot-one.de
Korean manufacturer Samsung SDI announced that it acquired General Motors' stake in the SynergyCells joint venture. The collaboration had planned to build a $3.5 billion electric vehicle battery cell factory in New Carlisle, Indiana, with the American automaker holding a 49.99% stake.Samsung SDI attributed the decision to market changes since the joint venture's conception in 2023, including “slower-than-expected growth of EV demand.” The company said it plans to continue building the facility, which would serve as its first independently operated battery production base in North America. The plant is currently under construction, though Samsung SDI did not provide an expected completion date. Once finished, the company now plans to make batteries for energy storage systems. Despite GM's exit from the joint venture, the two companies signed a new agreement to develop a prismatic battery cell for potential future EV applications, with Samsung SDI noting that the Indiana plant could eventually make the cells.General Motors and Samsung SDI formed their original partnership in April 2023 and selected New Carlisle as the plant site two months later. The joint venture intended to make nickel-rich prismatic and cylindrical cells, achieve a capacity of 30 gigawatt-hours, create 1,600 jobs and begin production in 2026. However, in August 2024, the companies delayed the production start to 2027 after construction had begun.GM's decision to sell its stake follows a January 8 SEC filing in which the automaker said it expected to record approximately $6 billion in charges in the fourth quarter of 2025 following its review of EV capacity and investments. The announcement comes as automakers scale back EV plans after the loss of a $7,500 EV federal tax credit last September.#GM, #GeneralMotors, #SamsungSDI, #EV, #ElectricVehicles, #EVBatteries, #BatteryManufacturing, #EnergyStorage, #Manufacturing, #IndianaManufacturing, #Automotive, #BatteryTechnology, #SupplyChain, #IndustrialNews, #ManufacturingNews
- China Sales Sink Again - Chevrolet Gives Up in China - What, Mercedes with McDonalds? - BMW Boosts Recycling - Boeing Sells VTOL Tech to Archer - GM Sells Battery Shares to Samsung - Hybrids Could Be 40% of All Sales - Ram Launches New Diesel in Power Wagon - Hyundai Tests Electronic Before Building Cars
- China Sales Sink Again - Chevrolet Gives Up in China - What, Mercedes with McDonalds? - BMW Boosts Recycling - Boeing Sells VTOL Tech to Archer - GM Sells Battery Shares to Samsung - Hybrids Could Be 40% of All Sales - Ram Launches New Diesel in Power Wagon - Hyundai Tests Electronic Before Building Cars
Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERELaunch your tool game to the next level with Launch Tech USA! HEREIn this episode, Jeff welcomes Pennsylvania technician Brian DeCesare to discuss how the automotive industry can rebuild customer trust through honest inspections, ethical recommendations, and consistent shop practices. Brian shares his journey from growing up in his father's body shop to working in independent repair shops, reflecting on burnout, poor shop culture, and the challenges of being the only productive technician. The conversation also covers technician training, right to repair, ADAS, TPMS, EVAP diagnostics, mental health, and why industry events are helping create a stronger automotive community.Timestamps:00:00 Trust and Estimates 00:46 Podcast Introduction and Guest 02:04 Growing Up Around Auto Shops 04:24 Choosing a Career in Automotive 05:59 School, Sales, and Training 07:36 First Shop and Subaru Lessons 11:30 Dealer vs. Independent Shops 14:22 Burnout as the Only Productive Technician 16:47 New Shop, Same Challenges 26:16 Building a Culture of Teaching 32:45 Explaining Diagnostics to Customers 33:39 Training Before the Internet 34:09 Meeting Industry Mentors 34:49 Calling Out Dishonest Shop Practices 38:40 Doing Right by Customers 41:30 The Reality of Dealership Life 44:42 Pay Structures and Incentives 46:38 Recommending Shops and Vehicles 49:13 Jeep Network Diagnostics 52:54 Programming Costs and Risks 57:21 Right to Repair and Over-the-Air Updates 01:03:53 ADAS Investment Challenges 01:05:42 Safety Technology vs. Shop Budgets 01:08:02 Privacy and Customer Trust 01:08:53 Parking Sensors and ADAS 01:09:28 Inspection Rules and Technician Responsibility 01:10:30 The Reality of TPMS Neglect 01:12:53 Self-Driving Vehicle Lockouts 01:13:27 Vehicle Subscriptions and Ownership 01:14:30 The Cost of Right to Repair 01:16:07 Losing Veteran Technician Knowledge 01:19:10 Shop Culture and Burnout 01:23:32 Mental Health and Addiction 01:28:15 The "Second 40 Hours" Trap 01:32:39 Pay Plans and Oil Change Pricing 01:39:56 Licensing and Vehicle Inspections 01:45:00 Safety Standards and Loopholes 01:46:57 Defeating Safety Systems 01:48:18 The Value of TPMS 01:49:20 Selling Tires with TPMS Sensors 01:52:15 Advisor Pricing Mindset 01:53:44 Proper TPMS Testing 01:55:42 Why EVAP Codes Matter 01:57:23 Solving the Technician Shortage 01:59:36 Improving Access to Tools and Training 02:03:37 Industry Events and Community 02:08:45 The Future of the Automotive Community 02:10:16 Reignited by Tools Conference 02:12:15 Final Thanks and Sign-Off Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232
Randy Lewis, president of Gonzales Tire & Automotive, joins Johnny g & Friends to explain how his family grew one Louisiana tire shop into a four-location tire and automotive repair business without abandoning the customer-service principles that built its reputation.Founded by Randy's father, Roy Lewis, in 1966, Gonzales Tire began primarily as a tire, brake and chassis shop. Randy shares why opening a second location forced the company to expand into total car care, how he learned to delegate while managing multiple stores and why tire dealers must be willing to invest – and remain patient – to keep growing.The conversation also explores family-business succession, working alongside siblings, preparing the next generation and keeping workplace disagreements from affecting family relationships. Randy explains why personal vehicle walkarounds, direct conversations and earning a customer's trust remain essential, even as video inspections, AI and automation change the tire and auto repair industry.
Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life.Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABEDon't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed to become optimally profitable.Click here to schedule a free demo: https://geni.us/Shop-Ware-Free-MonthTransform your shop's marketing with the best in the automotive industry, Shop Marketing Pros!Get a free audit of your shop's current marketing by clicking here: https://geni.us/ShopMarketingProsShop owners, are you ready to simplify your business operations? Meet 360 Payments, your one-stop solution for effortless payment processing.Imagine this—no more juggling receipts, staplers, or endless paperwork. With 360 Payments, you get everything integrated into a single, sleek digital platform.Simplify payments. Streamline operations. Check out 360payments.com today!In this episode, the conversation focused on the realities of technician mental health in the automotive industry. Several points were raised, including the lack of resources and support for young technicians, the stigma among men around discussing feelings and seeking help, and the crucial role that perspective and mentorship play in navigating workplace stress.00:00 Wearing outfits for a photo06:15 Hiring someone with unusual past jobs08:04 Sourcing clean, pure meth12:49 Understanding indica and sativa effects14:40 Dealing with smoke smell in cars19:36 Dealing with unresolved personal issues20:24 Helping employee with health issues26:30 Defining happiness with Rick White28:45 Learning about cars before the internet33:08 Understanding Mental Health Challenges34:07 Tech industry mentorship challenges39:51 Judging parents and kids' behavior41:10 Childhood playground altercation46:38 Being transparent about business struggles47:59 George's life-changing discovery52:51 Understanding the need for help53:57 Managing negative thoughts57:11 Discussing consequences of inaction
- Ford Really Needs 4-Door Mustang - Ford Ignored 4-Door Mustang for Over 20 Years - Piech and Porsche Families Back VW Restructuring - VW Wants Pickup for U.S. Market - Daimler Truck Says Emissions Regs = €1 Billion Fine - India Car Market to Grow Over 6 Million/Year - Toyota Faces Another Production Disruption - Tesla Extends Cybertruck Warranty - Ford Leaks How UEV Modules Joined
- Ford Really Needs 4-Door Mustang - Ford Ignored 4-Door Mustang for Over 20 Years - Piech and Porsche Families Back VW Restructuring - VW Wants Pickup for U.S. Market - Daimler Truck Says Emissions Regs = €1 Billion Fine - India Car Market to Grow Over 6 Million/Year - Toyota Faces Another Production Disruption - Tesla Extends Cybertruck Warranty - Ford Leaks How UEV Modules Joined
Motor Mouths 08/08/2026 8a: Jason talks about automotive sensors. Produced by Jim Richards
Loading an adventure motorcycle changes far more than its weight. It affects the bike's balance, suspension, braking, maneuverability and traction—and can make familiar terrain feel completely different. Clinton Smout explains how to pack the bike properly, why weight placement matters, what changes once the motorcycle is loaded and what riders should consider before setting off.
In Podcast #383, Jessica Ray and the MotorWeek crew talk about two very different small utilities. First up is the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Ford's first EV that really impressed us when it initially debuted in 2021. For 2026 it gets some updates and we see if it still continues to impress. Then the Audi Q3 enters its third-generation as the brand's entry-level luxury utility and it looks to make an impression. Of course, in between those two topics we'll have a Lightning Round that talks about some of the “must-have” features in new cars. Plus a viewer has a question about what kind of vehicle they need to go off-roading.
- Tesla Pushes to Keep EU FSD Safety Data Secret - Tesla and SpaceX Build $16.8B Texas Terafab - Porsche SE Backs Aggressive VW Restructuring - Debt Burden Crushes German Auto Suppliers - Toyota Beat Tesla to Aluminum Wiring - Stellantis Concept Eliminates Turbo Lag - China Reveals smart #2 Images - Volkswagen ID.Era 5X Blends Wagon, SUV
- Tesla Pushes to Keep EU FSD Safety Data Secret - Tesla and SpaceX Build $16.8B Texas Terafab - Porsche SE Backs Aggressive VW Restructuring - Debt Burden Crushes German Auto Suppliers - Toyota Beat Tesla to Aluminum Wiring - Stellantis Concept Eliminates Turbo Lag - China Reveals smart #2 Images - Volkswagen ID.Era 5X Blends Wagon, SUV
Tariffs bought this industry a window. Ramiro Gutierrez, President of North America, ZF Group, is not convinced we are using it.He has spent 30 years in the automotive industry, and he left it once. Aerospace turned out to be slower than he expected, with cycles running roughly five times longer, and he returned to ZF for engineering. What he came back to is a company spending around 8% of revenue on R&D and now under real pressure to prove that money produces a return.That pressure is where this conversation starts, and it goes somewhere most tier one interviews do not. Ramiro walks through what his Chinese customers are doing with hardware ZF has already put on the vehicle. A customer looked at ZF's active suspension and figured out that lifting a wheel lets you change a flat tire without a jack. At CES, ZF showed a tire-noise function built from a damper and a chassis sensor, both already on the car. Same hardware, new functionality, software doing the work.Meanwhile, the Western specification book has been growing for a hundred years, page after page, all for good reasons, until it moved past anything a customer can feel. The cost is real, and the value is not.Ramiro is direct about tariffs. He calls them a tool in the sandbox, useful for buying time. He is just as direct about what happens if the industry spends that time defending the status quo instead of closing the gap.Then there is the leadership half of it. He is president of ZF North America and head of the global steering business unit, sitting between a German foundation owner under enormous pressure and a workforce spread across the US, Mexico, and Canada. His answer to that complexity is not a new org chart. It is communication treated as an investment, people sent to see other realities with their own eyes, consensus built and then closed, and accountability that sounds like “where are we” rather than “why didn't you.”The clock is running. Ramiro believes the future is bright. He also believes we have to move.Themes Discussed in this EpisodeCreating value through software, not more hardwareWhy Chinese OEMs adopt technology fasterTariffs as a tool with an expiration dateThe hundred-year specification problemCommunication as a leadership investmentPositive accountability without micromanagementLeading a German-owned business across three countriesEngineering ambition meeting financial disciplineThis episode is sponsored by Lockton, click here to learn more
- Ford Names New EV Truck Fathom - Value of OTA Market Will Quadruple - GM to Ship China-Made Buicks Overseas - U.S. Dealer Group Calls for China Ban - Honda Still Recovering from Earthquake - Honda Taps Tata for New Platform - Mercedes Removes Axial Motors for Cheaper Version
- Ford Names New EV Truck Fathom - Value of OTA Market Will Quadruple - GM to Ship China-Made Buicks Overseas - U.S. Dealer Group Calls for China Ban - Honda Still Recovering from Earthquake - Honda Taps Tata for New Platform - Mercedes Removes Axial Motors for Cheaper Version
What really creates a great leader? It's probably not what you think. In this episode of Dealer Talk, I sit down with Dave Wilson, founder of Preston Automotive Group, to talk about something much bigger than dealerships, profits, or expansion. We talk about the moments nobody sees. The mentors who shaped him. The difficult conversations every leader eventually has to face. Why culture always starts with character. How "show the love" became a core business philosophy. Why humility is a competitive advantage. And why the best leaders never believe they've arrived. Dave shares lessons from buying his first dealership at just 22 years old, making painful hiring decisions, learning from expensive mistakes and building an organization where people genuinely want to stay and grow. Whether you lead a dealership, a department, or a small team, this conversation is a masterclass in leading with courage, consistency, and compassion. If you're looking for leadership advice that goes beyond business tactics and into the mindset that builds lasting organizations, this episode is one you won't forget. Check out our sponsors! LotLinx.com is a VIN Management Platform that enables precision automotive retailing via /AI/ technologies that improves dealership profitability. Matador.ai, AI That Fully Automates Sales & Service Conversations For Dealerships.ZukiTalk.com helps service advisors by making clear, consistent MPI calls that educate customers and increase approvals. Dealer Talk with Jen Suzuki Podcast | https://apple.co/38lmHM1 https://spoti.fi/3uQ2nd1 | Jennifer@edealersolution.com | 954-873-8029 | edealersolutions.com | Meet me! bit.ly/3J7011t | Loyalty-Based Selling Strategies on CBT News | https://bit.ly/3JlcXAx
- Three Chinese Automakers Crack Global Top Ten - General Motors Extends SAIC Joint-Venture - U.S. Car Sales Dip 1.4% In July - BYD PHEV Can Run on Ethanol - Honda Revenue Soars Despite Plummeting Asian Sales - Lucid Cuts Shifts and Delays New SUV Launch - Uber Profit Surges but Misses Market Expectations - Geely Wins Top Honors for Chassis Innovation - Koenigsegg Debuts 800-HP Raxial Flux Motor
- Three Chinese Automakers Crack Global Top Ten - General Motors Extends SAIC Joint-Venture - U.S. Car Sales Dip 1.4% In July - BYD PHEV Can Run on Ethanol - Honda Revenue Soars Despite Plummeting Asian Sales - Lucid Cuts Shifts and Delays New SUV Launch - Uber Profit Surges but Misses Market Expectations - Geely Wins Top Honors for Chassis Innovation - Koenigsegg Debuts 800-HP Raxial Flux Motor
Stacy Balzer, Founder/CEO of Uplift+Ignite Coaching and Consulting and former Senior Director at Ford Motor Company, breaks down the communication habits that set the best dealerships apart. In this episode, she shares the tools and mindset shifts leaders need to actually connect with their teams and build a culture people want to stay in.Watch the video recordingAbout the EpisodeHost: Jay Goninen, ASE, jgoninen@ase.comGuest: Stacy Balzer, Uplift+Ignite Coaching and Consulting, upliftplusignite@gmail.comLinks & ResourcesGet notified of new episodes --> Join our email listEpisode Sponsor: Jasper Engines & Transmissions2026 Voice of Technician ReportJoin the ASE Connects CommunityASE Connects brings shops, dealerships, and schools together in one structured network to strengthen the technician pipeline. By making it easier to connect, collaborate, and support students through job shadows, internships, and classroom engagement, ASE Connects helps schools build stronger programs and helps shops develop a more consistent, local source of future technicians. Learn more:ASE Connects Memberships for Shops & DealersASE Connects Memberships for Schools (Free!)Connect with us on social:FacebookInstagramXLinkedInYouTubeTikTok
Thanks to our Partners, Pico Technology and AutelWatch Full Video EpisodeDiagnosing the Aftermarket Becomes Automotive Field TheoryThings have changed.After years as Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z, the podcast has a new name: Automotive Field Theory.In this episode, Matt explains why the original title was chosen, why it eventually became a problem, and how the new name better represents both the podcast and the range of subjects explored on it.The original name was intended to leave the show wide open. Automotive diagnostics and technology were always part of it, but so were psychology, economics, relationships, mental health, addiction, movies, sports, professional wrestling, and the people behind the work.That freedom is not going away.The problem was simpler: people searching for automotive and auto repair podcasts often could not find the show. Neither “diagnosing” nor “aftermarket” is exclusively connected to the automotive industry, and the word “automotive” did not appear anywhere in the title.Automotive Field Theory solves that problem while also fitting the show on several levels.It is a play on quantum field theory, reflecting Matt's lifelong interest in physics and his tendency to explore how things actually work. It also refers to the entire automotive field, from vehicle design and manufacturing through sales, service, collision repair, locksmithing, programming, calibration, modification, and eventually recycling.Finally, there is the theory itself: automotive theory, diagnostic theory, economic theory, psychological theory, and the hypotheses and ideas that shape how people understand the profession.The name is changing. The podcast fundamentally is not.In This EpisodeWhy Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z was originally chosenThe searchability problem with the old titleWhy “automotive” needed to be in the nameThe connection between automotive field theory and quantum field theoryThe enormous range of careers contained within the automotive fieldWhere independent repair overlaps with collision, locksmithing, programming, and ADASWhy the new title may make it easier to invite guests and reach new listenersWhat listeners can expect from the show going forwardThe people and podcasts that helped inspire and support the changeMatt also recognizes several shows across the Automotive Repair Podcast Network, including:Remarkable Results Radio PodcastBusiness by the NumbersSpeak Up! Effective CommunicationThe Auto Repair Marketing PodcastThe Weekly BlitzA special thank-you goes to Tracy for the work behind the new logo, to Carm Capriotto and the Automotive Repair Podcast Network, and to sponsors Pico Technology and Autel.Take a look at the new logo and let Matt know what you think. Guest suggestions are also welcome as Automotive Field Theory begins its next chapter.Thanks to our Partner, Pico TechnologyAre you chasing elusive automotive problems? Pico Technology empowers you to see what's really happening. Their PicoScope oscilloscopes transform your diagnostic capabilities. Visit PicoAuto.comThanks to our Partner, AutelFrom drivability diagnostics and TPMS service to ADAS and advanced safety systems, Autel helps technicians follow OEM procedures and repair with confidence. Learn more at Autel.comContact InformationEmail Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.comSubscribe on YouTube: @automotivefieldtheoryThe Automotive Repair Podcast Network: https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/Download and Listen on Our Mobile App: https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/app/Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size. https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/
- Toyota Benefits from Weak Yen - Commercial Vehicle Sales Up in Europe - UAW's Likely Bargaining Demands - Shallow Danube Shuts Down Ford and Dacia - Problems with Tesla's FSD Lite? - Australia Going EV Crazy - German Defense Company Hires Autoworkers - Magna Makes eDrive Deal with Chery - Smart's Unique Ad Campaign for New #2
- Toyota Benefits from Weak Yen - Commercial Vehicle Sales Up in Europe - UAW's Likely Bargaining Demands - Shallow Danube Shuts Down Ford and Dacia - Problems with Tesla's FSD Lite? - Australia Going EV Crazy - German Defense Company Hires Autoworkers - Magna Makes eDrive Deal with Chery - Smart's Unique Ad Campaign for New #2
The Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen, Toyota Land Cruiser + 4Runner, Porsche 911, Ford F-150, and Range Rover, all have several things in common. Slow depreciation compared to other vehicles in their class, nameplates that have lasted for decades, loyal owners that keep coming back for more and bucket listed for others. But what's the ONE thing they all unanimously share? Automotive authenticity. That's right - these vehicles have never strayed too far from their original design and intended purpose since inception. The Ford F-150 has always been a rugged, body-on-frame truck. The G-Wagen, 4Runner, and Land Cruiser have always been boxy SUVs that have stayed true to their design and off-road capability without compromise. The Porsche 911 has always had the engine behind its driver and will continue to do so until the end of time. Today's episode explores more into what authenticity - and deception - mean in an automotive context. Blob-shaped SUVs like the Bentley Bentayga, Lamborghini Urus, and Ferrari Purosangue are one thing - they claim to do everything well, but end up not fully delivering on this promise and often depreciate like rocks. On the subject of deception - Jason and Derek discuss the new Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale - the most recent car of its kind which claims to be a manual and automatic at the same time, by automating a dual clutch transmission to operate like a manual on demand - third pedal, gated shifter and all. But is it really good for the brand in the long run vs. spending the development cost on a real manual? The Carmudgeons….carmudgeonate on our behalf. Tune in to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
60 years ago, Porsche fundamentally changed the sports car benchmark by affixing a single, iconic letter to the back of the 911: "S".To celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the Porsche 911S (1966–2026), Lee and Andy embark on a comprehensive deep-dive into the history, engineering, and cultural impact of Porsche's quintessential performance model. From its humble origins as a 160hp high-revving 2.0-litre screamer to today's twin-turbocharged 992 Carrera S, we trace the complete timeline of the badge that defined everyday supercar usability.Has the significance of the "S" badge diminished in an era dominated by GT3s, Turbos, and GTS models, or does the Carrera S remain the absolute sweet spot of the 911 lineup? Special Guest Expert Panel:The Air-Cooled Era: Adrian Crawford from Williams Crawford Passion for Porsche joins us to break down the golden age of air-cooled 911S models—from the original F-Model 2.0S, 2.2S, and 2.4S through to the iconic Carrera 2.7S and 2.8 RSR heritage.The Water-Cooled Era: Jason from Porsche Centre Bournemouth steps in to guide us through the modern generation transition—evaluating the 996.2 Carrera S, 997.1/997.2, 991, and current 992 Carrera S to explain how Porsche dealership customers view the "S" badge today.QUICK FAQ: 60 YEARS OF THE PORSCHE 911S Q: When was the first Porsche 911S introduced? A: The Porsche 911S was first introduced in 1966 for the 1967 model year as the first high-performance derivative of the original 911, producing 160 hp from its 2.0-litre air-cooled flat-six engine.Q: What does the "S" stand for in Porsche 911S? A: The "S" in Porsche 911S stands for "Sport." It designated upgraded engine performance, enhanced chassis components, vented disc brakes, and iconic Fuchs alloy wheels.Q: What is the difference between a Porsche Carrera and Carrera S? A: Historically and in modern water-cooled generations (997, 991, 992), the Carrera S offers larger engine displacement/higher horsepower, upgraded brakes, wider track/wheels, standard PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Management), and sportier chassis tuning compared to the base Carrera. LINKS & RESOURCESExplore the Marketplace:9WERKS Marketplace: Check out verified Porsche 911 listings available right now: https://9werks.co.uk/porschemarketplace/Support Our Partners & Sponsors:Shorade UK (Official Partner): Premier body repair partner and official Porsche Recommended Repairer: https://www.shorade.co.uk/Heritage Parts Centre: Keeping your modern classic or air-cooled Porsche mechanically flawless. Get 10% off your next parts order with code '9WERKS10' at checkout: https://www.heritagepartscentre.com/uk/Shop & Join the 9WERKS Community:9WERKS Shop: Upgrade your wardrobe with our curated collection of premium apparel and goods: https://shop.9werks.co.uk/The 9WERKS Collective: Access our dedicated discussion forum and exclusive events: https://9werks.co.uk/join/Official Website: 9werks.co.ukFollow Us on Instagram: @9.werks / @9werks_lee / @9werks_andySupport the show
Matt & Irlanne Pollard break down another week of the biggest automotive headlines
Motorcycle traveller Andy Scherer was riding alone through a remote part of Mexico when a series of troubling encounters led to armed roadblocks—and his abduction. In this episode of Deep Trouble, Andy and his daughter Leslie share what happened, the decisions he faced and what other motorcycle travellers can learn from the experience.
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