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Industry news compels the guys to discuss the possibility of Japanese sports car icons being combined into a single platform. For Topic Tuesday, they're asked if off-roaders aren't just for off road? They debate commuter cars for Derek D., who sometimes hates being a car enthusiast. Social media questions ask what is the most misused automotive phrase, at what point do you listen to your car-buying thoughts, and what's the deal with E85? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Don't forget to share the podcast with your car enthusiast friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking to enhance your reading experience in the genres of fantasy, sci-fi, and horror? Look no further! In this episode, Jim and his guest content creator Derek (D&J's Epic Quest) share valuable tips and recommendations regarding using a TBR (To-Be-Read List) effectively to help you boost your enjoyment and make the most of what these popular genres have to offer. Whether you're a seasoned reader or just starting out, these TBR insights will take your reading to the next level. Tune in now and take your FANTASY, SCI-FI, and HORROR reading to new heights! (BONUS: We share a bunch of recommendations off of OUR TBRs.) #FantasyForTheAges #readingrecommendations #scifi #sciencefiction #fantasy #horror #TBR #ToBeRead #ReadingList #SFFH #SFF #booktube #booktuber Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode? The Advent of Winter: https://t.ly/UjrNa The Age of Madness Trilogy: https://t.ly/tzdzq The Alien Film Collection: https://t.ly/aNwWe Aliens: The Original Years: https://t.ly/Q6cHv Aliens: Fire and Stone: https://t.ly/GRaLk Annihilation: https://t.ly/Cb66F Annihilation (the movie): https://t.ly/s54RG Assail: https://t.ly/06mI3 The Black Crown: https://t.ly/7ycD6 The Blade Itself: https://t.ly/LSDn2 Blood and Bone: https://t.ly/p59Hw The Book of the New Sun: https://t.ly/klihi The Coldfire Trilogy: https://t.ly/Bh_dE Crown and Tide Series: https://t.ly/6iMX9 Curse of the Fallen: https://t.ly/2fRzj Empire of Silence: The Sun Eater: Book One: https://t.ly/31rjo For a Few Days More: https://t.ly/Japq0 Gone But Not Forgotten: https://t.ly/DJ5uL Heliotrope: https://t.ly/vCD20 The Hellborn King: https://t.ly/QapLO Heroes Die: https://t.ly/bJ7hE Hyperion Cantos: https://t.ly/qhM-b Illborn: https://t.ly/aHw8h Kumasagi Series: https://t.ly/VtsvR The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue: https://t.ly/iow9j The Liveship Traders Trilogy: https://t.ly/9fnzM Malazan Book of the Fallen: https://t.ly/6JLnp Night of Knives: https://t.ly/qwzYw Orb Sceptre Throne: https://t.ly/WBNM1 Red Country: https://t.ly/YJkvN Return of the Crimson Guard: https://t.ly/EmLu4 Stonewielder: https://t.ly/qlgqu Surviving the Evacuation Series: https://t.ly/dTh_G The Terminator Film Collection: https://t.ly/n7M0p The Walking Dead Compendium: https://t.ly/A4Grw Wind and Truth: https://t.ly/eB-MX The World-Maker Parable: https://t.ly/dv6Zn Channels mentioned in this episode: D&J's Epic Quest: https://www.youtube.com/@djsepicquest226 The Fantasy Files Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@FantasyFiles John A. Douglas: https://www.youtube.com/@AuthorJohnADouglas The Malazan Brotherhood: https://www.youtube.com/@horsefrogproductions Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheages Jim's Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim's Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

Derek DeAngelis, better known as "Derek D", is an award winning actor/comedian/host with a BFA from William Paterson University. He grew up in Neptune, Nj by the beach. Been seen in national & Int'l commercials, tv, film, print, theater, and has produced a handful of live one man MULTIMEDIA comedy shows. Most recent were No Ordinary Day, and Derek D & Friends Who Are Funny. Both sold out shows at the House of Independents in Asbury Park, NJ. Derek D's done stand-up all over NYC & NJ, hosted shows & events around the country for major brands/companies, and featured all over the internet racking up over half a BILLION views! Hosted 2,350+ episodes of the 2-time Webby Award winning show Fast Lane Daily for over 8 years, a comedic show about daily car news. A voiceover actor doing national spots on TV & radio for brands like PetSmart, Samsung, Under Armour, Nascar, PNC Bank, Amazon, and many more. He was a cast member of the comedy/parody YouTube channel The Key of Awesome with over 3 billion views! He's the founder of the Asbury Park Monologues, was a co-host of PBR Podcast along with Joe Gatto from Impractical Jokers, and now hosts his podcast called The Derek D Dozen as well as Dealer News Today. He hosted Sidetracked w/Derek D and a short series for the watch brand Tag Heuer, winning a Telly Award for both. Derek D is pitching an original sitcom called "Coppin' Stayles" that he co-wrote with producer, writer, and close friend Alan Kaufman. It was selected into and shown at the 2022 Garden State Film Festival!! Dear Entertainment Industry Video: https://youtu.be/hOC627vgEf8?si=UROEZS1rNvBlg_p3 Get your tickets for the Asbury Park Monologues: Https://AsburyParkMonologues.com Connect with Derek D: Https://DerekD.com

Derek is a lover of music and it shows in his work! He is both a song writer and live performer, covering songs from the 60's to today's hits. Derek is local to the Norther Worcester County area and you can watch him perform live at the local open mics. You can follow Derek by checking out his music page on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/DerekDAcoustic We sit down with Derek, share some cool stories, laughs and some rocking tunes. With Derek's strong vocals and beautiful guitar playing, he stands out with his live performances. Make sure you watch this second episode into season 2 as Derek continues to set the bar high for season 2. You can also listen to our show on all major podcast streaming platforms, which you can find by visiting our linktree: https://linktr.ee/musicalchairsmass Enjoy! #makingmondaysmusicalagain

Alan Seslowsky of RotoWire and Derek "D-Bro" Brown from Fantasy Pros identify 8 rookies you hate but will break out anyway. Jump on the Troy Franklin train now.

SEASON 7 | EPISODE 3Join host Derek D as he sits down with Jake Pollack, a Partner at the Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton law firm and Dave Cantin, the CEO of the Dave Cantin Group. Dave and Jake uncover the misconceptions and importance of succession planning in the automotive industry, addressing not just immediate transitions but also long-term strategies for business continuity.Discover why succession planning is more than just preparing for a sudden exit and why dealer principals need a plan in place to safeguard their legacy and ensure a smooth transition for future generations or potential buyers. Learn from real-life examples and gain valuable insights on assembling the right team and initiating the process effectively.If you're an automotive executive or dealership owner, this episode is a must-listen.Episode Highlights:● Why Jake says delaying the creation of a succession plan can lead to complications and missed opportunities and therefore prefers to create plans as soon as his clients acquire a dealership or business.● Jake's advice on assembling the right team of professionals, including attorneys, CPAs, and financial advisors, to ensure a comprehensive and effective succession plan.● Planning for voluntary and involuntary transitions, such as retirement or unforeseen events like incapacity, to avoid disruptions and maintain business continuity.● How life insurance, private investments, or other assets can be utilized to equalize value among family members involved in the business, ensuring fairness and clarity in the succession process.

Join host Derek D as he speaks with Paul Mumma, a Partner at Kaiser Associates covering Private Equity and M&A, and Dave Cantin, the CEO of the Dave Cantin Group.Derek, Dave, and Paul dive into the DCG Market Outlook Report, covering the 7 themes that will be crucial to 2024 including the future of EVs, M&A trends, manufacturer priorities, the political climate, used cars, and more. Hear their point of view on what's becoming increasingly important to a dealer's bottom line and what will separate the ‘best' from ‘average' in terms of dealer performance. Learn which strategies manufacturers have to ‘reset' and what consumers are saying loud and clear.Listen or watch to get valuable insights and data-driven recommendations for making informed, strategic choices in 2024.Episode Highlights:Changing consumer preferences are leading to adaptations of new dealership strategies. Parts and service have become increasingly important, and dealers need to prioritize these areas to maintain profitability.The report also addresses the future of electric vehicles, noting that consumer interest in true battery electric vehicles (BEVs) may be plateauing. Hybrid vehicles, on the other hand, continue to gain popularity. Manufacturers and dealers need to reassess their battery strategy and consider the evolving consumer preferences.M&A trends in the automotive industry are expected to remain strong in 2024. Dealership groups are actively seeking acquisition opportunities to expand their platforms and capitalize on the historic profits of the past few years. Succession planning is also a key consideration for many dealerships, as they look to pass the torch and ensure the long-term success of their businesses.Notable Quotes from Paul Mumma:“Interest is definitely slowing or plateauing and while there is a lot of interest around hybrids, dealers and manufacturers are going to have to rethink the battery strategy.” “You've seen manufacturers acknowledging that they have to reset strategy…you can't disagree with what consumers are saying loud and clear. They can't force them to take something at a speed they don't want.”

Join Dealer News Today host Derek D. and Dave Cantin, CEO of the Dave Cantin Group, for a conversation with Grant Cardone, entrepreneur, businessman, writer, philanthropist, and founder of 10X Studios.Get to know Grant on a personal level as takes us through his troubled past to becoming a successful sales trainer and real estate investor. The conversation takes many turns as Grant discusses his belief in discipline over motivation, his one regret in life, who he is naming as his successor, the time he got screwed when he bet the head of the Discovery Network $1M of his own money, and the need for effective communication in business. He also discusses his journey into the real estate industry and his goal of becoming the largest real estate holder in the United States (bigger than BlackRock!).Additional Episode Highlights:Emphasizing the importance of embracing change and being proactive in the face of industry disruptions. Grant encourages car dealers to adapt and evolve to stay ahead in the rapidly changing automotive landscape.Grant shares his personal experiences of failure and the lessons he learned from them. He emphasizes the value of discipline and persistence, even when faced with setbacks.Grant's real estate investment journey and his goal of becoming the largest real estate holder in the United States. He shares his strategies for scaling his real estate portfolio and the potential for everyday people to invest in real estate through Cardone Capital.About Grant Cardone:Grant Cardone owns and operates over seven privately held companies, and a private equity real estate firm, Cardone Capital, with a multifamily portfolio of assets worth over $4 Billion. He is one of the Top Crowdfunders in the world, raising over $1.3 Billion in equity via social media. He is featured on Season 2 of Discovery Channel's Undercover Billionaire, where he takes on the challenge of building a million dollar business in 90 days. Grant is also a New York Times bestselling author of 11 business books, including The 10X Rule, which led to Cardone establishing the 10X Global Movement and the 10X Growth Conference, now the largest business and entrepreneur conference in the world. The online business and sales educational platforms he created serve over 450,000 individuals and Forbes 100 clients throughout the world. Voted the top Marketing Influencer to watch by Forbes, Cardone uses his massive 16 million plus following to give back via his Grant Cardone Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to mentoring underprivileged and troubled youth in financial literacy.For more information visit https://grantcardone.com/ 

This Episode takes us behind the scenes and shows us how movies and short films are made and what they would be like without music. Derek brings us the Horror Documentary, To Hell and Back which is based on "The Kane Hodder Story". Most of you will know Kane Hodder for being Jason in Friday the 13th; Kane is the man behind the mask. This Episode will take you behind the Scenes with Derek and how Music plays an integral role in Movies and Short Films, I will show you some famous clips from movie's such as; Jaws with and without the music soundtrack. Tune in this Saturday morning July29, 2023 at 8:00AM to watch and or listen to this incredible Music Podcast Show, Derek and I will be online live to chat with the audience during the Podcast, just login to your Youtube.com account and let us know you're there. Thanks Dean Von --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deanvonmusicpodcastshow/support

James Redelsheimer and Derek D'Angelo from the Foundation for Economic Education discuss their passion for and background in financial literacy as well as AI's role in teaching. Both educators turned curriculum developers begin by sharing their experiences advocating for personal finance education legislation in their respective states. They then emphasize the power of AI tools, particularly ChatGPT, in enhancing teaching efficiency. The educators showcase creative uses, like role-playing scenarios with historical figures or economists and aiding students in analyzing data or creating arguments. Despite the benefits, they also acknowledge the importance of carefully crafting prompts and remaining vigilant about potential inaccuracies in AI-generated content.

Jay Etheridge has an eclectic educational and professional background, having studied accounting and theology and trained as a paralegal, and he brings all of these skills and knowledge to the fore in his role as brand ambassador for Combat Motors. He served as CFO for the company that would become Combat Motors before transitioning to his current role in June 2020. In addition to promoting the Combat brand and its bikes at events throughout the year, Jay also works directly with domestic and international customers, giving him a unique perspective on what motorcycle buyers want and need.In this episode, Jay joins our host Derek D to discuss the unique 30-plus-year story and journey of Combat Motors and his own expert insights on the evolution of the motorcycle industry today. Their conversation covers why the signature design elements of Combat bikes are key to the riding experience, how the company's bespoke scale allows for customization and personal touches even though all the motorcycles it makes are production models, Jay's experiences personally delivering customers' orders, and more.Episode Highlights:Why Combat Motors continues to focus on internal combustion engines despite industry trends toward electrificationWhat Jay says it will take for Combat Motors to truly achieve international expansionJay's perspective on the pace of electric vehicle adoption and what will be the tipping points for mass electric vehicle ownership"Once the technology is there, that I can charge my car and my batteries as fast as I can fill up my tank with gas, then the technology is ready."— Jay Etheridge|| Dealer News Today is a Dave Cantin Group production

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***This episode includes discussions about suicide and suicidal ideation and may not be appropriate for some people.****  This week we had a really deep conversation with our friend Derek Dodson! Derek has been living with Crohn's disease for 40 years and so we talk to him about what it was like to live with Crohn's before there were any good treatment options, what it was like being a teenager on steroids, and what is has been like to see so much scientific and treatment advances. We discussed his family history with IBD including his grandfather's "ileitis" and his daughter Maurie Jhaveri's diagnosis and how her diagnosis compelled him to get more involved in the IBD community. We talk about his strong Christian faith and how it has been a source of comfort and solace during his hardest times but also how it has changed his faith, how he prays, and how it helped him come up with his life motto of "make it count." We also talked about how living with Crohn's for so long, multiple surgeries, and all his treatments have had lasting impacts on his health in other ways including some vitamin deficiencies. Finally we discuss how Derek's IBD has affected his mental health including his coping with suicidal thoughts and some very significant hopelessness. And how his faith, his family, his community, and working with a therapist has helped him cope and reframe living with his disease. Please keep in mind that the views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and should not be considered medical or legal advice. Please consult with your healthcare team on any changes to your disease, diet, or treatment. We want you to stay safe and healthy! ;) Links: National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline- If you or a loved one is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please call 988- US onlyA list of international suicide helplinesResources for Mental Health- Crohn's & Colitis Foundation- USAFind a therapist familiar with IBD- Rome Foundation Let's get social!!Follow us on Instagram!Follow us on Facebook!Follow us on Twitter!

Originally from “a wheat farm in the middle of nowhere” in Montana, Tyler Corder was an employee of GM Financing when he was transferred to Nevada and met the Findlay family - the rest is history, as he joined Findlay Automotive Group in 1994 and has been there ever since. Now working as both the CFO and COO of the company, Tyler has seen Findlay grow from four dealerships to 35 across Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Idaho, and Washington. Tyler has served in leadership roles for many charitable organizations, such as the American Red Cross of Southern Nevada and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and he is currently on the boards of the Vegas Chamber of Commerce and the Foundation for an Independent Tomorrow.In this episode, Tyler and our host Derek D discuss how geographic clustering has made operations easier for a large automotive group like Findlay, the effects that the UAW strike at the Big Three automakers' factories could have on multiple aspects of the retail automotive business, and the unusual experiences that can happen at a Las Vegas car dealership. Plus, they take a deep dive into the current state of the automotive supply chain, cover affordability issues raised by interest rates, and more.Findlay Automotive GroupEpisode Highlights:Why many car manufacturers have switched their incentives from purchasing to leasingWhy Tyler says the EV sector is currently a creation of the federal and state governments and tax programs rather than a consumer-driven industryHow Findlay Auto Group is less tightly structured than public dealership groups of a similar size - and how that's an advantage in terms of attracting talent“It's important that of the limited numbers of vehicles that are being shipped, we're getting our share or more than our share.” — Tyler Corder|| Dealer News Today is a Dave Cantin Group production

Western Pennsylvania native Mike Lanciotti has been interested in RVs since his family had one in his childhood, and now oversees major specialty vehicle manufacturer REV Group's recreational vehicle segment, primarily based in Indiana. Mike's responsibilities cover all seven of REV's RV-related brands, including Renegade RV, for which he served as president and CEO for almost eight years until the company was acquired by REV. His work helped shape Renegade as a premier name in Class C recreational vehicles as well as one of REV Group's top brands. Mike holds his executive MBA from Baldwin Wallace University and a bachelor's degree in accounting and mechanical engineering from Thiel College.In this episode, Mike joins Derek D for an enlightening discussion about a lesser-known but very important part of the dealer-based industries. The conversation covers how the RV industry is reacting to reduced demand following big spikes at the height of the pandemic, how manufacturers adapt to wider consumer trends, and why making RVs more usable and more homelike is the wave of the future. Plus, Mike discusses nationwide RV dealership consolidation, the importance of lithium batteries and solar power in the industry, and more.Mike Lanciotti | Renegade RVEpisode Highlights:The major barriers to RVs using the same kind of batteries as electric passenger carsWhy travel trailers are the leading indicator of the health of the RV industry overallWhy positive word-of-mouth is so important for RV dealerships, and how the industry is working to improve customer experienceWhat makes RVs a great option for travelers who have a chronic health condition or disability“To me, it's important that we have the teams in production turn the dials in slow ways - ramp up slow, ramp down slow.”— Mike Lanciotti|| Dealer News Today is a Dave Cantin Group production

Mike Ferrer is based in Charleston, SC and has over 20 years of experience in high-level commercial real estate, having worked with major corporations such as Bank of America, PNC Bank, and Home Depot. He is designated as a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) and Master of Corporate Real Estate (MCR), and is bilingual in English and Spanish. Prior to joining Hickey and Associates, he held roles including broker-in-charge for the state of South Carolina at Lincoln Harris.In this episode, Mike joins our host Derek D for an insightful conversation on the future of automotive retail and the role of commercial real estate in shaping it. They discuss how federal and state regulations will be the biggest drivers of EV adoption at the dealership level, why quick reaction to trends is crucial, and why electric vehicle viability will vary dramatically according to consumers' locations and the kinds of jobs they have. Plus, the discussion covers the long-term effects of the CHIPS act on the automotive industry, searching for a viable vehicle power source beyond electricity, and more.Mike Ferrer | Hickey and AssociatesEpisode Highlights:How the government incentives that Hickey and Associates tracked rose fifty-fold as a result of the COVID-19 pandemicWhy the relative silence of EVs compared to internal-combustion cars can cause safety issuesThe importance of finding secondary uses for electric vehicle batteries“There's going to be a certain amount of pain pushed down to the dealers for EVs.”— Mike Ferrer|| Dealer News Today is a Dave Cantin Group production

Originally from Germany, Philipp Kampshoff was educated in institutions around the world from Singapore to Argentina and, in the process, now speaks three languages. He holds a Ph.D. in finance from RWTH Aachen in Germany and joined McKinsey & Company right after graduating college, where he now works as a senior partner in the company's Houston, TX office. Philipp co-founded the McKinsey Center for Future Mobility (MCFM), and has recently worked with multiple OEMs to develop large-scale autonomous driving projects. He has also consulted for major cities including Dubai, Chicago, and Paris on their future-mobility plans.In this episode, Philipp joins DNT to share his expert knowledge on future vehicle technology, particularly autonomous mobility. He and Derek D discuss the automotive industry's evolving views on the timeline for level 4 autonomous vehicles (so-called full auto), what factors will predict the profitability of robotaxi services, and why we're still a long way from having autonomous aviation. Plus, their conversation explores autonomous trucking, operating robotaxis and similar services in the congested streets of major cities, and more.Philipp KampshoffEpisode Highlights:Why robotaxi services will likely be much more prevalent in warmer citiesHow autonomous driving will give working people an hour of time back per day on averageWhy Philipp thinks the second half of the 21st century will be a turning point for autonomous vehicles“It is hard to find an industry that is not impacted by future mobility trends.”— Philipp Kampshoff|| Dealer News Today is a Dave Cantin Group production

LeGrand Crewse is the co-founder of Southern California-based electric personal mobility company SUPER73, and in 2019 took on his current role as CEO. LeGrand has over a decade of experience in the electric bicycle industry, from deciding to build his own e-bike until today. His background also includes corporate management, Li-Ion battery development, and international supply chain management. LeGrand holds both his BS in business management and his MBA in international business from Arizona State University in his native state.In this episode, LeGrand joins Derek D for a lively conversation about a quickly-growing segment of the electric vehicle world. They discuss how LeGrand's interest in electric mobility came from his own frustrations with his commute, how SUPER73 is pioneering bringing e-bikes to a younger crowd, and what it takes to interest new riders into powered two-wheeled experiences. Plus, the conversation covers how e-bike riders have been able to fly under the radar in many ways, why LeGrand is concerned about potential regulation, and more.SUPER73Episode Highlights:How e-mobility products have recently seen success outside of traditionally strong areas like urban cores and coastal townsWhy SUPER73's name partially comes from a late-20th-century economic crisisHow offering their products in surf shops and other lifestyle stores has opened up new demographics for SUPER73The ways SUPER73 is aiming to deliver the cool factor of motorcycles without the intimidation for first-time riders“E-bikes feel like being in a video game with a cheat code.”— LeGrand Crewse|| Dealer News Today is a Dave Cantin Group production

Born-and-raised Michigander Eddie Hall III says his favorite thing to do in elementary and middle school was help his father at the family's car dealership on weekends. Eddie obviously took to the family business, and is now the COO for all of Hall Automotive Group and a partner and dealer principal at Feldman Ford of Detroit. Eddie sits on the boards of multiple prestigious industry associations, including the Ford and Chrysler Minority Dealer Associations, and was recently elected president of the NAMAD NextGen Group. He also participates in outreach programs for his alma mater, the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.In this episode, Eddie joins Derek D to discuss applying the lessons learned from recent auto industry upheavals - including finding happy mediums in terms of both vehicle supply and the transition to electric vehicles. Eddie talks the ways in which automotive retail still needs to modernize in order to be most effective, why every dealership is at the mercy of different suppliers regardless of brand, how OEMs are steadily lowering order-to-delivery time for customers, why the industry is shifting from “just selling cars” to creating customer experiences, and much more.Eddie Hall IIIEpisode Highlights:Why Eddie is excited about US investment in microchip infrastructureHow poor promotion of the skilled trades has led to a nationwide shortage of automotive technicians - and what can be done about itThe ways in which a family business can play to everyone's strengthsHow the COVID-19 pandemic pushed the automotive industry to improve its digital processes, and what work remains to be doneWhy many households will have “split garages” in the near future“We in the automotive industry have to be one of the most antiquated industries out there.”— Eddie Hall III|| Dealer News Today is a Dave Cantin Group production

Liza Borches has come back to Dealer News Today after her memorable Season 4 appearance! Since that time, Carter Myers Automotive has added three new rooftops, for a total of 23 dealerships in Virginia and West Virginia. Liza's many accomplishments and awards speak for themselves, but she's especially proud of the vital community service that Carter Myers has been able to accomplish under her leadership, such as the Driving Lives Forward initiative, helping disadvantaged local families secure affordable vehicles.In this episode, Liza reunites with our host Derek D to talk about what has changed since her first DNT episode - and what, surprisingly, hasn't. She discusses why she initially planned for 2023 to be a year of stabilization for Carter Myers Automotive (and why that hasn't fully been the case), why many car owners are looking to sell their vehicles through nontraditional channels, and the misconception customers may currently have about incentives. Plus, she has plenty to say about why 20-30 days' worth of inventory is a dealership “sweet spot” and how to maintain it, the extraordinary story of a service manager at Carter Myers who is a recent 40 Under 40 honoree, and much more.Carter Myers AutomotiveEpisode Highlights:Why Carter Myers Automotive's employee stock ownership program (ESOP) has been an advantage in acquisitionsThe single biggest surprise in the auto industry over the last yearWhat it takes to bring a local community outreach program to the national levelThe rewards and challenges to expanding a dealership group into a new state - particularly into an open pointWhy investment in service departments is now more critical than ever“We have not seen a significant change in the used car environment in the last 12 months, and I don't think we will for the next several years.”— Liza Borches|| Dealer News Today is a Dave Cantin Group production

Pittsburgh native Jeff Turley began working at PNC Bank two weeks after graduating from college and has been with the company his entire career - he is now a 35-year veteran overseeing an auto lending team that works with over 6,000 dealerships across the country. In his current role, Jeff manages sales, marketing, credit underwriting, and a $23 billion portfolio encompassing floor plan, commercial, and both direct and indirect auto financing. He holds his BA in finance from the University of Pittsburgh, his MBA in finance and real estate from Duquesne, and is a second-degree black belt in Taekwondo.In this episode, Jeff joins our host Derek D to talk about why indirect loans sent from dealerships make up the lion's share of PNC's retail automotive financing business, what makes the current supply-side problems in the auto industry completely different from the ones that arose in the 2008 recession, and why he believes “just-in-time” delivery of inventory can't be sustained. Plus, he discusses the statistics behind the dramatic fall in incentives, how his personal interest in cars has helped him connect better with the dealers he works with, who is actually the biggest auto fan in his family, and more.Jeff TurleyEpisode Highlights:The important market segment that isn't served by ordering a new car weeks aheadThe reasons affordability concerns will continue if interest rates stay stableWhy manufacturer initiatives for uniformity are making dealers more cautious about what they spend on a new building“You look at floor plan utilization and values, and dealers today are trying to be careful about how much money they put in the trade-ins.”— Jeff Turley|| Dealer News Today is a Dave Cantin Group production

From his days growing up on the east coast to living in Saudi Arabia, conducting in Greece at 19 years of age, returning to the states to become a touring rocker and on and on... Derek has lived a rock and roll life in contrast to his incredible classic/classical background which is embodied in he reverance for Ludwig van Beethoven.

Lifelong Seattle resident Matthew Phillips has seen Car Pros, a family business started by his father, grow from a single small used car lot into a seven-store automotive retail group operating in both Washington and Southern California and totaling $1 billion in annual sales. Under Matthew's stewardship, Car Pros has become the top Kia retailer in the country. Matthew also has an educational background that's as impressive as his auto industry success, including MBAs from Cornell University and Queen's University of Ontario as well as an MA in organizational psychology from Columbia University's Teachers College.In this episode, Matthew talks with our host Derek D about why sticking with the Kia and Hyundai brands during tough times was rewarding in the long run, why electric vehicles may not be for everyone yet but are a great choice for many people currently, and why auto dealers therefore need to educate their customer base on electrification. They also discuss why automakers that are more vertically integrated have fared better under supply chain pressure, why Matthew's favorite recent car is the Kia Stinger, and more.Matthew Phillips | Car Pros Automotive GroupEpisode Highlights:How Matthew's organizational psychology degree taught him the vital importance of change managementWhy supply chain problems go deeper than microchips - and why even paint is affectedThe “irregular situation” Car Pros dealt with regarding their recently-sold VW franchiseWhat makes customers leave dealerships with “less car than they came in for”“Normalize change in your culture - let's make it so that change isn't scary… let's try to give people tools to deal with it.”— Matthew Phillips|| Dealer News Today is a Dave Cantin Group production

Brett Hopkins returns to the show after his great appearance in the first episode of season 4! A medical school rejection set Brett on the career path that would eventually lead him to becoming CEO of Ken Garff Auto Group, which has over 60 dealership locations in the western US. Along the way, Brett has held many other prominent positions, including working as the CFO of the organizing committee for the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics. Brett currently lives in Salt Lake City, and he holds his MBA from Arizona State University.In this episode, Brett joins Derek D to discuss how business has changed at Ken Garff Automotive in the year-plus since he last appeared on DNT. He discusses why his staff currently has the highest tenure rate and highest salaries they've ever had, how interest rate hikes pose a challenge in multiple ways, why electric vehicles are putting additional pressure on the supply of microchips, and why he prefers to tell dad jokes off the cuff rather than rehearse.Ken Garff Automotive GroupEpisode Highlights:How the major South Korean automakers are currently managing supply chain issues better than mostWhy Brett is now getting calls from friends who need a service appointment rather than those who need a new carThe importance of Brett's motto, “Work hard, play hard, laugh hard”Why electrification may lead some dealer principals to consider selling their businesses“We just came off some amazing years, so you have sellers trying to market their dealerships based on those amazing years.”— Brett Hopkins|| Dealer News Today is a Dave Cantin Group production

Dr. Sebastian Pohlmann was born and raised in Germany and got his PhD in physical chemistry from the University of Münster, but now lives and works in Tallinn, Estonia. He started working at Skeleton Technologies in 2016 in the material development department, and quickly rose within the company while helping Skeleton win innovation grants totaling more than €60 million. Today, he works with major automakers around the world and says one of his biggest motivators is getting to see the products he helps develop actually perform on the road.In this episode, Sebastian joins our host Derek D for a fascinating technical discussion about his work on electrochemical double-layer capacitors, more commonly known as supercapacitors or ultracapacitors. The conversation covers how the Honda CR-V “Beast” concept project first introduced Sebastian to the commercial and business development side of things, the major weakness of supercapacitors and how Skeleton's SuperBatteries aim to correct it, why the innovation inherent in the automotive industry fascinates him so much, and more.Dr. Sebastian Pohlmann | Skeleton TechnologiesEpisode Highlights:Why vehicles as different as delivery vans and VTOL drones could be good SuperBattery use casesDeveloping a “new kind of chemistry” for capacitorsThe reasons why lead-acid batteries are on their way out and new 12-volt options will take overWhy Sebastian believes different dealerships should take the electric vehicle transition at different speeds - and the geographic factors that matter“In the end, there's no silver bullet. You don't have one energy storage concept that takes it all and you don't have one drivetrain concept that takes it all.”— Dr. Sebastian Pohlmann|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

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Boston native Bob Welby now calls Nashville home, and has been a fixture at INFINITI USA for the past three decades, having joined the company in 1997 as a Regional Operation Specialist - in fact, INFINITI has been his employer for his entire career. In his current role, Bob is responsible for a whole spectrum of INFINITI's processes, including overseeing sales channels, customer experience, pricing and incentive strategy, and product lifecycle.In this episode, Bob joins our host Derek D to discuss what it was like launching all-new models at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, how softening in used vehicle equity has had a ripple effect on new-car prices, and what he learned from his experience as a ferry boat captain at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom. Plus, he talks about what's making automotive retailers go back to the “old ways” of value-based selling, how to keep customers connected to service and maintenance after the sale, and much more.Bob WelbyEpisode Highlights:Why it's important for INFINITI to take as much time as needed for EV developmentHow Bob knows we've progressed on the microchip supply issue, but aren't out of the woods yetThe reasons why Bob loves the automotive industry even though he's never purchased his own carWhy customers may need extra support right now, and why that might be critical to maintaining their loyalty“The biggest thing for us is giving customers the option: How do you set up the business to where they can do business how they want?” — Bob Welby|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

Three-decade automotive industry veteran Stephanie Brinley has serious Michigan roots, having been raised in the state and gotten her bachelor's and master's degrees from Eastern Michigan University and Michigan State, respectively. In her position at S&P, Stephanie oversees the development of daily analytical content in addition to special research reports, turning the constant flow of automotive industry news into something actionable for clients. A member of the Automotive Press Association, Stephanie also has past experience in supplier-based strategic communications and supplier-OEM marketing relations, among other specialties in the automotive field.In this episode, Stephanie talks to our host Derek D about why she loves working in an industry that's always changing and moving, how the impact of COVID-19 and the rise of electric cars have made that change even faster than she anticipated, and why registration data is so important for forecasting automotive retail. Plus, she discusses the major sources of the learning curve for new, high-tech vehicle models, the future of auto shows, why dealerships need to work on pricing and financing transparency, and more.Stephanie Brinley | S&P AutoIntelligenceEpisode Highlights:Why Stephanie is so excited about how the passion and enthusiasm inspired by cars will manifest themselves in new waysThe affordability issue and educational concerns around the increasing technology in carsWhy tablet-like interfaces in cars need to be both intuitive and expressiveHow dealers can make the in-store car buying and financing process less painful, and therefore more attractive“We still don't have as many cars as we have people who want to buy them.” — Stephanie Brinley|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

K.C. Boyce now lives and works in the Atlanta area, but was born and raised near Motown, and says “I don't know that anyone can grow up in Detroit and not be a gearhead.” He currently applies his longtime expertise in green and renewable energy to his lifelong passion for cars in his role at Escalent. K.C. helps advise major auto industry players on the most important electric vehicle-related issues and trends, and also currently co-hosts the weekly radio show, Energy Matters.In this episode, K.C. Boyce joins Derek D to discuss how building a new automotive ecosystem is vital to the success of EVs, the massive role emotions and design language play in an auto buyer's decision making process, and what makes dealerships central to the transition. Plus, he shares insights about what it will take for other automotive manufacturers to obtain the EV mindshare that Tesla now dominates, why the changeover to electric cars will happen quickly despite supply chain and manufacturing issues, and more.K.C. Boyce | Escalent AutomotiveEpisode Highlights:What makes driving an electric car an overall better experience for most peopleWhy K.C. calls his work “product development writ large”.Understanding the mindset of buyers who are coming to a dealership to consider an EV for the first time, or who are on the fence about what type of car to buyHow electric cars replacing internal-combustion ones will be analogous to internal-combustion engines replacing horsesThe biggest piece of advice K.C. has for dealers on the subject of electric cars“It's not enough to have really cool EVs if there's no place to charge, and it's not enough to have lots of charging if there's no vehicles that people want to buy.”— K.C. Boyce|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

Karen Lellouche Tordjman has a worldwide background - born in San Diego but raised in Paris, she speaks several languages and now works in Mexico City, contributing to BCG X, the tech build and design department of Boston Consulting Group. Karen currently focuses on customer experience and digital transformation, among other major issues in the automotive industry, and has been with BCG since 2004, joining soon after her graduation from HEC Paris, one of France's most prestigious business schools.In this episode, Karen speaks to Derek D about helping companies make changes to their user experience with the future in mind, how OEMs and dealers will need to collaborate in the EV era, and how the role of salespeople may soon be changing. Plus, she offers insights on why dealers should pay more attention to collecting customer data, why dealers' EV sales effectiveness will depend on OEMs' investments, preparing for change that's sooner than most people may have expected, and more.Karen Lellouche Tordjman | BCGEpisode Highlights:Why EVs could lead to less-frequent service appointments that are more complex and expensiveThe piece of the multi-channel sales process that isn't “fully cracked” yetThe ways in which automotive sales is analogous to industries like large appliances and furniture, and the lessons to be learned from that comparisonKaren's predictions on the rise of autonomous cars, consumer-level flying vehicles, and more“The biggest answer that we got is that ‘I want to touch the car, test the car, and hear the engine.'”— Karen Lellouche Tordjman|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

Pedro Correa is well-positioned for a wide view of the automotive industry, having a background that includes not only auto but also aerospace and airlines, defense, and industrial services. Based in Texas, Pedro has worked in a variety of countries in Latin America and Europe and has led global training programs for Bain & Company. Pedro earned his BA from Rice University and his MBA from Harvard Business School, and has served on advisory boards including the Emerging Leaders Council of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas.On this episode, Pedro talks with Derek D about how different segments of the automotive industry are dealing with supply chain issues with different levels of success, when he predicts easing for microchip production problems and why inventory levels are rising again, and the factors that could be putting pent-up demand at risk. Plus, he discusses the factors pressuring the profit margins of major manufacturers to come down, why both consumers and entrepreneurs should be excited about the near future of automotive, and more.Pedro Correa | Bain & Company AutomotiveEpisode Highlights:The major role dealerships are set to play in driving adoption of new automotive technologiesThe single most important metric for dealership sales growthWhat will result as the transition to electric vehicles occurs at the same time as other economic pressures“As a whole, you've got the automakers and their dealer partners that are feeling quite good, but we're already seeing cracks in the wall and signs that it's going to be hard to maintain the good times forever.” — Pedro Correa|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

Lifelong California resident Frank McKenna has been working in fraud analysis for over 33 years, making him one of the most incisive and experienced minds in his industry. He now plays a key role in Point Predictive, a company he helped found in his hometown of San Diego, by working with in-house engineers and scientists to develop new fraud detection solutions, then helping outside partners like banks and other lenders to implement them.On this episode, Frank speaks with our host Derek D about what he's learned recently during the day-to-day tasks of monitoring trends related to fraud in the automotive industry - including why there's been such a dramatic uptick in auto-dealership fraud since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the pandemic-related measures that have helped customers stay safe but have accidentally been aiding fraudsters, and the staggering amount of resources potential fraudsters can access online to train themselves in scamming. He also discusses solutions being implemented right now, such as driver's license scanning and using aggregate data to authenticate income for people who don't have traditional paystubs.Frank McKenna | Point PredictiveEpisode Highlights:Why knowledge-based authentication surveys are both inconvenient and ineffective - and how to replace themHow Point Predictive is helping dealerships focus on the tiny percentage of transactions that may be problematic rather than slow down legitimate buyersThe shocking amount of money a single fraudulent transaction could cost a dealershipThe ways in which dealerships that experience regular and systematic fraud have to correct internal issues“Fraud always follows the money - we call it ‘fast money, fast fraud'. Lenders relaxed, maybe dealerships did the same, and the fraudsters took advantage.” — Frank McKenna|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

Daniel Shapiro is originally from Southern California, but has long lived and worked in the northern part of that state - the Bay Area and Silicon Valley - and says even in his current position at NVIDIA, a company with tens of thousands of employees, he feels almost like he's working at a startup, surrounded by entrepreneurial spirit and new ideas all the time. Daniel's background includes a BS in electrical engineering and computer science from Princeton University and an MBA from UC Berkeley.On this episode, Daniel speaks with Derek D about the trending concept of “software-defined vehicles” and NVIDIA's forward-thinking approach to the future of driving, why long-haul trucking and last-mile delivery alike are great applications for autonomous vehicles, and why the current changes in the automotive industry are directly analogous to the smartphone revolution. Plus, he discusses the need to update old methods of machine learning for real-life road conditions, the staggering processing power advances that will be made in cars' onboard computer systems, and more.Daniel Shapiro | NVIDIA DRIVEEpisode Highlights:How the same forms of processing across a variety of sensor types can be recombined for new applicationsWhy many automotive technology companies have escaped most of the industry's microchip supply woesThe strange, even paradoxical phenomenon enabled by over-the-air system updatesThe trend towards centralization of onboard computer systems in vehicles, and why it's the antidote to Daniel's concerns about complexity growing out of control“Whether we're actually replacing the driver, like in a robotaxi, or improving driver safety… there's a massive amount of processing that needs to take place.” — Daniel Shapiro|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

Canadian native Chris Piche has a wealth of experience in the computer science field, which he has now focused on contributing to the autonomous future of cars. He previously worked on developing BlackBerry's video streaming and AT&T TV and has been recognized with Canada's Top Young Leader and 40 Under 40 awards.In this episode, Chris talks with Derek D about founding and running a company producing a wholly new twist on a familiar automotive accessory, the lessons he learned from his experience at the dawn of smartphones, and working with OEMs supplying technology to the world's biggest carmakers. Plus, he discusses coming up with new applications for existing product architecture, his company's role in advancing the future of autonomous vehicles, and more.Chris Piche | Smarter AIEpisode Highlights:Why user customization is so important for current tech productsThe major problem facing motorists that Smarter AI is seeking to correctThe unique type of car collection that Chris may be the only person in the world to have owned“Our software platform can seek to understand what's happening around the camera, in the vehicle, and around the vehicle by applying sensor fusion.” — Chris Piche|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

Ryan Robinson took an unusual path to the automotive industry, having earned degrees in philosophy, English literature, and classical archaeology from Montreal, Quebec's prestigious Concordia University. However, he's managed to apply the analytical skills from this course of study to a two-plus-decade career working in all points on the automotive value chain. Today, he leads Deloitte LLP's automotive sector department in finding actionable insights and predicting key trends that will affect the industry for years to come.In this episode, Ryan talks with our host Derek D about how the study of archaeology and “learning how to learn” set him up for success in research, how automotive culture was part of his background from the very beginning, and the unforeseen benefits of the semiconductor supply crisis. Plus, he highlights how autonomous vehicle systems have had precedent for longer than we think, concerns about autonomous delivery and freight from a labor standpoint, why consolidation by dealership groups is even reaching across the US-Canada border, and more.Episode Highlights:Why brand loyalty will become increasingly important during the continuing rise of electric vehiclesWho drivers trust the most in their entire automotive experienceThe surprising result Deloitte got when asking consumers how long they'd be willing to wait for delivery of a car with all of the exact features they wantRyan's one piece of advice to dealers: What aspect of business should you double down on?“One of the bigger questions we're contemplating right now… is how much restraint the manufacturers are going to have to not go back to the way things were.” — Ryan Robinson|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

Gary Silberg started off as a self-described “Midwest guy” but now has lived and worked all over the world. With over 20 years of experience in technology and 15 years in automotive, Gary's career has taken him to places as far afield as France and China - and led to him becoming fluent in French and partly conversational in Mandarin Chinese. Among his particular areas of expertise are automotive connectivity and autonomous vehicles.In this episode, Gary talks with Derek D about critical factors for the future of automotive - the staggering amount of money automakers have already invested in electric vehicles, the places where “islands of autonomy” are beginning to push the boundaries of “self-driving” cars, and how history from the earliest days of cars may repeat itself. Plus, he discusses how quantum physics is tied up with his view of the automotive industry, why Berkshire Hathaway is investing in autonomous vehicle tech, and more.Gary Silberg | KPMG AutomotiveEpisode Highlights:The surprising company Gary once worked for that was a top supplier of automotive technologyHow and why automation could replace human error and save lives in difficult, dangerous jobsThe simple mathematical reason why an “electric vehicle takeover” may be slower than some assumeThe popular household gadget using the same technological principles coming to cars“We're at a point now, as I tell people, where there's a shakeout… the question is, how many of these autonomous vehicle makers will we need?”— Gary Silberg|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

“German engineering” is a byword for quality in the automotive industry, almost a cliche. And Ralf Klädtke personifies that concept. A 25-year veteran in the technology space, Ralf has only recently brought his considerable talents to automotive: He has been a captain in the German Air Force and a director at DARA/DLR, the German space agency, where he helped develop the crew return vehicle for the International Space Station. Ralf has also worked in leadership roles at companies such as Carl Zeiss Optronics, one of the most famous optics manufacturers in the world, as well as ZKW Group, a top automotive lighting and electronics company.In this episode, Ralf talks with Derek D about an extensive array of topics that will affect the future of the whole automotive industry. This conversation covers Ralf's predictions on when hydrogen fuel cells will overtake electric vehicles in market share, the many barriers facing fully autonomous or “self-driving” cars and why he believes autonomous trucks are much more feasible, and how the cities of the future will impact the entire transportation sector. Plus, Ralf discusses the present and future of connectivity and computing in cars, his experiences in countries from Switzerland to China, and more.Ralf Klädtke | TE Transportation SolutionsEpisode Highlights:The role micromobility products such as electric scooters will play in the future of transportation, and the places Ralf has seen this trend beginning even todayThe new meaning that the term “hybrid vehicle” is likely to take on in the futureWhy mobility-as-a-service has a big role to play in future citiesThe sector where small automated vehicles can potentially cut operating costs in half“When you look into the charging of the battery, if this is done by renewable energies, you can reduce the carbon footprint over the lifetime by something like 50-55%.” — Ralf Klädtke|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

For Topic Tuesday the guys are asked why badges even matter? Is it best to hope there are enough open-minded people to judge what each car says and not what the badge tells them? They debate cars for Derek D. in Detroit, who asks if cars can haul and still be fun. Social media questions ask about the true definition of a dream car, is a faster car less fun while commuting, and how important is an LSD for a daily? Seasons 1-11 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide. Please rate and review us on iTunes, and the TV show on IMDB and Amazon. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Share the podcast with your car enthusiast friends!

Mario Benedetti proved his acumen with decades of success in the automotive industry in his native Venezuela, then proved his resilience with his move to the US. Mario's family has been in the car business for nearly a whole century, with three generations managing Venezuela's Prosperi Cumana dealership since its founding in 1924. Mario worked as a mechanic and in accounting at the family business before taking the reins, but in 2009, feeling bad prospects for business under Venezuela's government, he moved to the United States intending to start a new dealership from scratch. Thirteen years later, Mario owns dealerships across Dade County - and Prosperi Cumana is still up and running.On this episode, Mario talks with our host Derek D about the differences between the Japanese (and Venezuelan) car sales business model and the American one, what a stint selling vehicles door-to-door taught him, and the challenges that came with starting a new business with a recession in full swing. Plus, he discusses navigating a major Toyota recall, what happened when he asked to buy a dealership on a whim, why one of the models sold at South Dade Kia dealerships is one of his favorite-ever cars to drive, and more.South Dade Toyota | South Dade KiaEpisode Highlights:Why Mario compares his work to being an orchestral conductorThe philosophy of kaizen - continuous improvement - and how to make it work at a car dealershipThe shortsighted tactic Mario calls a “bread for today, hunger for tomorrow” moveWhy the current situation of low vehicle supply is a good opportunity to change customer perception about the dealership“Even though it's the same brand and the same business model that we had in Venezuela with Toyota, it's two different markets.” — Mario Benedetti|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

From the Oxfordshire, UK town where he grew up, Chris Sachno set out to explore the world, first earning his MBA from the Fuqua School of Business at North Carolina's Duke University, then making his way to Japan, originally intending to learn Japanese. Not only did he become fluent in the language, he also caught the technology bug and went on to help develop tech that has been used in products like the BlackBerry, the iPhone, and the Apple Watch. But it's not just mobile devices that Chris was interested in, and he was drawn to cars - this past June he joined Karma Automotive and has helped shape the technological profile of their vehicles.In this episode, Chris has a very long-distance chat with Derek D about how the current electric vehicle revolution is kind of a comeback, why the current era is ideal for experimentation in EV design, and the mind-boggling innovations that may come to electric cars in a mere 10 years or so. Plus, he talks about why speed, safety, and range are the top areas for EV improvement, how it felt the first time he drove Karma's flagship vehicle and the instant torque kicked in, and more.Chris Sachno | Karma AutomotiveEpisode Highlights:The famous Henry Ford quote Chris keeps back of mind when considering designWhat the original driving force for EVs was, and why environmental concerns and beyond still make it a factorThe reasons that adoption leads to adaptation for any new technology.Why Chris is passionate about a great experience for both drivers and passengers“If you're using your phone and an application crashes - okay, you start it up again. You don't want that to happen when you're doing 75 MPH on the highway.” — Chris Sachno|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

Lifelong LA area resident William M. Monroe Jr. has been a leader on the OEM side of the auto industry for over 20 years, but now holds a prominent position at a highly distinctive company. Karma Automotive is the successor to California autobuilder Fisker, whose assets it bought out in 2014 - and William is Karma's current SVP of Global Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service. William has been instrumental in setting up Karma's global distribution, and in his previous roles at Volvo he led teams in a diverse range of departments and won internal company awards.On this episode, William joins our host Derek D to discuss how Karma's operations as an all-EV manufacturer are different from most automakers, why it's valuable to have staff that's composed of both gearheads and people with no outside interest in cars, and the statistical factor that's quickly changing customer perceptions of electric cars. Plus, he talks about solar and wind power's integration into energy infrastructure, the joy he gets from the torque and power of his own company's products, the motto he was raised with and how it's affected his perceptions of cars, and more.William M. Monroe Jr. | Karma AutomotiveEpisode Highlights:Why Karma vehicles' unique features necessitated some thought-through design choicesThe fringe benefit that incentivized EV adoption in California, and that could work across the countryWhat level of maximum charge range will cause a tipping point in public attitudes towards EVsThe type of events that best engage Karma's core customer base“You're still talking about a lot of cars to be added in a short amount of time. When you're designing a car start to finish, that process is usually about 8 to 10 years. So when you're a manufacturer and you're not prepared for the changes that are coming and you're behind, it's going to take a long time for you to catch up.” — William M. Monroe Jr.|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

Nadia Bical was born into the automotive industry and considers herself to always have been a part of Bical Auto Mall. Growing up, the business was her biggest connection to her father, Sammy Bical, the company's president and founder - now she's risen to a leadership role for which she's won multiple awards, including from Carfax and Cargurus. Nadia runs day-to-day operations and human resources for Bical Auto Mall, and her efforts to strengthen the link between the dealership and the community have included charity work for the Brooklyn Cyclones (the Mets' High-A affiliate), New York Cares, Chevy Youth Baseball and Softball, and many other organizations.On this episode, both Nadia and Sammy Bical join Derek D for a unique conversation about their beloved family business, covering topics such as how their relationship has gotten stronger due to being business partners, what it takes to retain business over multiple generations, and what the simplest way to deal with inventory shortages is. In addition, they discuss how long it'll take before EVs fully take over the car market, why Bical Auto Mall is upping their social media marketing now, why father and daughter differ on their preferred schedules, and more.Bical Auto MallEpisode Highlights:The unique experience Bical Auto Mall plans to offer customers with their soon-to-be-completed Cadillac showroomThe large demographic of people who currently would find it very difficult to buy an electric car, and what will have to change for them to adopt EVsHow Nadia and her father both arrived at a love of cars in different waysWhy any business with a parking lot will soon be installing EV charging stations“Trust me - in a place with 220,000 square feet, there's always something that somebody needs!”— Nadia Bical|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

It's fair to say that Alan Haig has a great pedigree in both the automotive industry and in finance in general. He holds an MBA from Columbia Business School, wrote AutoNation's original business plan in 1996, and went on to found Haig Partners and the Haig Report, currently having $5 billion in total dealership transactions on his record.On this episode, Alan chats with our host Derek D about how he wrote that AutoNation business plan without even knowing a single car dealer, what initial missteps taught him about economies of scale in the automotive business, and why automotive M&A is a close indicator of the health of retail car sales. Plus, he discusses why some dealer principals may want to sell out prior to retirement age, his early experiences working for the late Wayne Huizenga, and more.Alan HaigEpisode Highlights:Why pent-up demand won't be matched by supply in automotive retail for years to come, even if factories stepped up productionThe chain reaction scenario that could result in some carmakers creating a glut of inventory, pre-pandemic-styleHow savvy online marketing will be critical in the near futureWhy wholly-online car buying is likely to grow, but why that growth may be limited“Our math indicates that we're going to be in a period of elevated front-end profits on new, and therefore elevated dealership earnings, for at least three years.” — Alan Haig|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

Cliff Banks has a history of innovation and entrepreneurship in the analysis sector of the automotive industry. An automotive professional for over 30 years and a journalist for over 20, Cliff founded The Banks Report in 2013 to fill what he knew was an unmet need for a publication covering the automotive business from an investment perspective. In 2016, he held the first edition of AUTOVATE, which has now become an annual conference for investors and entrepreneurs in automotive retail technology.In this episode, Cliff talks with Derek D about his long path to founding The Banks Report and how it is his tribute to a friend and business partner who sadly passed away in 2013, the choices confronting dealers due to the vibrant M&A market, and how far automakers will push in order to control the retail market. Plus, he discusses why the current supply chain issue's effects on dealerships is all down to their reactions, the questions he thinks the next few years will answer on EV adoption, and more.The Banks Report | AutovateEpisode Highlights:Why he's opened every presentation in the past four years with a slide of a shattered crystal ballHow long it'll be before analysts will be able to make accurate predictions about the auto industry again, and the uncertain factors in the air until that pointWhy franchise laws play a part in maintaining some of the status quo of retail automotive“I try to treat all my conversations responsibly. I'm not looking to create a ‘gotcha' article or even breaking news… it does get harder to write because there's a lot of noise out there. The news industry has become democratized, and there are great things and drawbacks about that.” — Cliff Banks|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

A trusted voice in automotive analysis and one of the original team members at Bloomberg Intelligence, Kevin Tynan has over 20 years of experience in his field. He is a lifelong gearhead who installed a lift in his garage to work on cars, a multi-time award winner for predictive accuracy from organizations such as Forbes and the Financial Times, and incidentally a member of the St. Anselm College Athletic Hall of Fame.In this episode, Kevin talks to Derek D about the unusual way he got his first position in automotive industry research, the ways in which auto manufacturers are still in full control despite supply chain issues, and why he sees the pandemic-related effects on the auto industry as simply an equalization of supply and demand. Plus, he discusses why wanting to go back to pre-pandemic inventory levels is a dangerous wish, who is the sharpest negotiator in his family, and more.Kevin TynanEpisode Highlights:How Kevin saw the signs of GM's mid-2000s bankruptcy early, and the famous author who invited him to lunch to talk about itA balanced look at charging over MSRP for new vehiclesWhat factors are affecting both supply and demand at the dealership level, including a deep dive into post-pandemic conditionsWhy higher inventory levels may be possible for used vehicles, but not new ones“The parties that are pulling the strings - basically in the form of supply - don't want it to go back.”— Kevin Tynan|| Dealer News Today is a DCG Media production

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Michael “BIG MIKE” Hart Jr. is a talented guitarist, producer, session player, bassist and vocal arranger. His distinctive, classic and retro sound is one of the most sought after sounds in the country. The Sacramento native developed his love for guitar at a young age, and referred to it as the “Holy Ghost!” With a drive like no other, “BIG MIKE” has been harvesting his gift for the last 20 years. His guitar heroes include Rob ”Fonksta” Bacon, Bobby “Bobby G” Gonzales, John “Jubu” Smith, Derek “D.O.A” Allen and the man who helped jumpstart his journey, his uncle Jimi “Bottom Hammock” Morris. Mike has taken a piece from all of his influences and fused them together, creating his own individual style. He has been afforded the opportunity to tour, produce and write for MTV (Cribs/Teen Cribs, Making The Band 4, Next), Bad Girls Club, Vh1 (From G's to Gents), Access Hollywood, The T.O Show, HBO, BET, NBA, DJ Quik, Slimm (112), Dogg Pound, Ricky Bell (NEW EDITION), Michael Lington, Jessy J, Dave Hollister, Lenny Williams, Wayman Tisdale,Karyn White, Goapele and is the current Musical Director/Guitarist for Kenny Lattimore, sub guitarist for KEM, and new guitarist for smooth jazz saxophone superstar Boney James.@thecareermusician@nomadsplace