Remarkable Results Radio Podcast

Remarkable Results Radio Podcast

The Voices, Ideas, and Insights That are Shaping the Future of the Automotive Aftermarket - Reside Here

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May 6, 2025 27 mins
Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care and NAPA TRACS  Derek Kaufman discusses the future of the automotive industry, from tariffs and Chinese EVs to the rise of hydrogen, e-fuels, and AI in repair shops. He explores how automation, policy, and innovation are reshaping the landscape—and why independent shops must build trust, embrace technology, and invest in training to stay competitive. Derek Kaufman, Managing Partner, Schwartz...
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Thank You To Our Partners The Institute, AutoFlow, AutoLeap, Shop Dog Marketing, In-BoundWatch Full Video EpisodeIn our episode today, we welcome guest Hunt Demarest, CPA ABV.Hunt is the host of Business by the Numbers and, as our host Craig O’Neill will tell you… Hunt uses words really well for a numbers man!This episode came to be after Craig found himself on a walk and listening to one of Hunts recent episodes, Episode 163 - Whe...
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The Weekly Blitz is brought to you by our friends over at Shop Marketing Pros. If you want to take your shop to the next level, you need great marketing. Shop Marketing Pros does top-tier marketing for top-tier shops. Click here to learn more about Top Tier Marketing by Shop Marketing Pros and schedule a demo: https://shopmarketingpros.com/chris/Check out their podcast here: https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/If you would lik...
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Thanks to our Partners, NAPA TRACS, and Today's Class Mike Coley and George Arrants from the ASE Education Foundation address the ongoing technician shortage in the automotive industry. They highlight the importance of education, mentoring, and industry involvement in developing career-ready talent. Coley discusses how ASE certification improves retention and productivity, while Arrants emphasizes the value technicians place on a p...
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Thanks to our partners, NAPA TRACS and PromotiveDid you know that NAPA TRACS has onsite training plus six days a week support?It all starts when a local representative meets with you to learn about your business and how you run it.  After all, it's your shop, so it's your choice.Let us prove to you that Tracs is the single best shop management system in the business.  Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at NAPATRACS.comThanks to our partner...
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Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech TrainingKey Points & Takeaways:The Problem:
  • A 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee (collision repair) came in with blind spot warning and parking aid malfunction lights on.
  • No functionality in either system post-repair.

Initial Diagnosis:
  • Verified the concern (instrument cluster lit up with warnings).
  • Used an aftermarket scan tool (Snap-on Ultra) and found:
  • ADAS control module had multiple DTCs f...
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In this episode, we’re diving into the powerful concept of creating a shared vision and how a lack of clarity could be holding your shop back from real growth.I’ll walk you through what I learned in a deep dive after my own leadership team challenged me to cast a vision that reaches every level of our company. We’ll talk about how to get out of the “small thinking” trap, how to define your goals with laser precision, and why your e...
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Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care, NAPA TRACS and Automotive Management Network Recorded at the Institute Summit, Mike Simard dives into the challenges of recruiting and developing talent, especially in a unique setting like Alaska. He shares his innovative strategy of acquiring lube centers as entry points for new team members and highlights the critical role of strong company culture and leadership. Mike also emphasizes th...
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Thank You To Our Partners The Institute, AutoFlow, AutoLeap, Shop Dog Marketing, In-BoundWatch Full Video EpisodeIn our episode today, our host Craig O’Neill welcomes founding sponsor and friend, Jeremy Glassco to discuss the potential merits and the root of the desire to step away from devices and “de-smart” with regards to phones.Our loyal listeners will remember Jeremy from Communicating With Questions: Jeremy and the Jungle [E0...
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Thanks to our Partners, NAPA TRACS, and Today's Class Recorded at Vision Hi-Tech Training & Expo 2025, discover the transformative power of apprenticeship programs in the automotive industry. Learn about the success stories, effective strategies, challenges, and the importance of mentoring in training the next generation of automotive technologists. Jake Sorensen and Zach Coccimiglio, McNeil’s Auto Care in Sandy, UT. Listen to ...
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Thanks to our partners, NAPA TRACS and PromotiveApril 15th is behind us — but your tax strategy shouldn’t stop there. In this episode, Hunt Demarest, CPA at Paar Melis, shares exactly what auto repair shop owners need to be doing based on how their tax season wrapped up. Whether you filed early, waited until the last minute, or punted with an extension, Hunt helps you take the right steps now to avoid penalties, reduce next year’s ...
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    Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech TrainingNAPA Autotech’s team of ASE Master Certified Instructors are conducting over 1,200 classes covering 28 automotive topics. To see a selection, go to napaautotech.com for more details.Contact Information
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    Summer’s heating up and so should your marketing! In this episode of the Auto Repair Marketing Podcast, hosts Brian Walker and Caroline Legrand get real about what actually works for shop owners when it comes to June marketing.From summer travel prep and cooling system services to creative promotions for Tire Safety Month and celebrating your hardworking team during Automotive Service Professionals Week, this episode is your go-to ...
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    Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care, NAPA TRACS and Automotive Management Network Mauro Stara from 6packceo.com shares powerful strategies for staying strong, sharp, and energized as a business owner. He breaks down common myths about health and highlights the importance of a personalized approach to well-being. Key areas of focus include the essential roles of sleep, nutrition, and stress management in promoting longevity and...
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    Thank You To Our Partners The Institute, AutoFlow, AutoLeap, Shop Dog Marketing, In-BoundWatch Full Video EpisodeTodays Show Post -  Our notes today will be in a different format, written by our host.Welcome to another episode of Speak Up - Effective communication.Your place for focusing on elevating our communication skills in the auto repair industry - I’m your host Craig O’Neill…. I want you to ask yourself a question today - ea...
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    The Weekly Blitz is brought to you by our friends over at Shop Marketing Pros. If you want to take your shop to the next level, you need great marketing. Shop Marketing Pros does top-tier marketing for top-tier shops. Click here to learn more about Top Tier Marketing by Shop Marketing Pros and schedule a demo: https://shopmarketingpros.com/chris/Check out their podcast here: https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/If you would lik...
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    Thanks to our Partners, NAPA TRACS, and Today's Class Recorded at Vision Hi-Tech Training & Expo 2025, two attendees of a communications class, led by Chris Cloutier and Craig O'Neill, were chosen as the top speakers during a Toastmasters style mock run-through. Their heartfelt and authentic stories resonated so strongly with the audience that they were invited to share their experiences on the podcast. What began as a simple r...
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    Thanks to our partners, NAPA TRACS and PromotiveTariffs might sound like a foreign concept—until they hit home. In this episode of Business by the Numbers, Hunt breaks down the real-world impact tariffs can have on your auto repair shop, using a powerful shop-vs-shop analogy to explain rising costs, disappearing jobs, and economic ripple effects. Whether you're in the weeds of part pricing or just trying to make sense of the news, ...
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    Want to create marketing that actually excites your customers and keeps them coming back for more? In this episode, host Brian Walker and co-host Kim Walker sit down with Robert Morton from Panhandle Eurotech to uncover how a simple treasure hunt turned into a marketing powerhouse, boosting website traffic, improving SEO rankings, and creating a stronger connection with their community.Robert shares how his shop designed a treasure...
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    Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech NAPA Autotech’s team of ASE Master Certified Instructors are conducting over 1,200 classes covering 28 automotive topics. To see a selection, go to napaautotech.com for more details.Contact Information
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