Car Dealership Guy Podcast

Car Dealership Guy Podcast

The Car Dealership Guy Podcast Network is your front-row seat to the people, companies, and trends shaping the future of automotive retail—delivered across three focused formats: The Car Dealership Guy Podcast (Tuesdays & Thursdays) Hosted by Yossi Levi, these deep-dive interviews feature top dealers, operators, and innovators driving the industry forward. Daily Dealer Live (Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays) Our live-streamed show, also released here in audio format, brings real-time news, sharp takes, and high-impact guests—think CNBC for car dealers. Industry Spotlight Hosted by Sam D’Arc, this segment highlights standout dealerships and vendors with tactical insights and stories from the front lines. Follow us on X, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube for highlights and behind-the-scenes content from every episode.

Episodes

“We 3x'd Fixed Revenue!” – How Dealers Are Leaning Into Service for the Next Cycle | Nathan Shaver, Managing Partner at Shaver Auto Group

December 30, 2025 • 41 mins
Today I’m joined by Nathan Shaver, Managing Partner, Shaver Auto Group. We dig into why fixed operations have become the most reliable growth engine for dealerships, what it actually took to triple service gross in 18 months, and where dealers are still leaving money on the table. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Lotlinx - What if ChatGPT actually spoke dealer? Meet LotGPT — the first AI chatbot built just for car deal...
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Hall on Scout DTC Win in CO, Haig on Dealership M&A Market Update | Daily Dealer Live

December 29, 2025 • 76 mins
Today's show features: Don Hall, President and CEO of Virginia Automobile Dealers Association Alan Haig, President of Haig Partners This episode is brought to you by: Impel – Impel’s Service AI with Voice AI changes that with proactive, VIN-specific outreach based on individual driving behavior, missed call capture, and instant appointment scheduling by text and email. Advisors stay focused on the drive. Customers get...
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“Take On The Big Boys!” — Inside the Mind of a 70+ Rooftop Canadian Auto Giant Taking on the U.S. | Jared Priestner, CEO of Go Auto

December 25, 2025 • 56 mins
Today I’m joined by Jared Priestner, CEO of Go Auto. Jared breaks down why Go Auto is expanding aggressively into the U.S., how concentration risk in Western Canada shaped that move, and what it takes to scale culture across borders. We talk financial discipline, acquisition integration, and why used cars remain one of the biggest profit unlocks for dealers willing to operate differently. This episode is brought to you by: ...
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The Real Cost of Car Theft at Dealerships – Security, Recovery, and Retention | Industry Spotlight

December 23, 2025 • 38 mins
Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D’Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today’s automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Dorian Jimenez, Owner-Dealer Operator of Classic Chevrolet OKC, and Chuck Stilwill, EVP of Ikon Technologies. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by Ikon Technologies: 1. Ikon...
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Thomas on Dealership Security, Wise on Recruiting | Daily Dealer Live

December 22, 2025 • 59 mins
Today's show features: - Karianne Thomas, Director of Security at Zeigler Auto Group - Brad Wise, Executive Manager at Ferman Chevrolet Mazda This episode is brought to you by: KPA – The 700Credit data breach has triggered FTC Safeguards Rule obligations and state notification requirements that dealers must act on immediately. Non-compliance means regulatory penalties, legal liability, and reputational damage. KPA's V...
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Breaud on Fixed Velocity, Podium on Customer Conv., Downing on Digital Strategy | Daily Dealer Live

December 19, 2025 • 63 mins
Today's show features: 

 - Lawrence Breaud, Dealer Principal at Autos of Forney/VinFast - Jiovan Melendez, Sr. Director, Product at Podium 

 - Liam Golightley, VP, Customer Success at Podium - Kate Downing, COO of Williams Auto Group This episode is brought to you by: Overfuel – Dealers: You’re torching $30 of every $100 in marketing spend when your site flunks Google’s basic performance test. Why keep using o...
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“Time Kills Deals!” – The 40% Rule and the Speed Strategy That Closes More Car Deals | Chase Abbott, VP of Sales at Cox Automotive

December 18, 2025 • 40 mins
Today I’m joined by Chase Abbott, VP of Sales at Cox Automotive. We break down how AI, data, and connected technology are reshaping dealership operations, customer experience, and competitive strategy. Chase explains where dealers are falling behind, why ecosystem-level integration matters, and how to overcome resistance to new tools. We also dig into the numbers—like Cox’s 82M monthly visitors and the 40% idle-time problem—tha...
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Murphy on EV Politics, Crain on Video MPI's | Daily Dealer Live

December 17, 2025 • 61 mins
Today's show features: Mike Murphy, Founder of EVs for All America
 Christian Crain, VP of Operations at Crain Automotive This episode is brought to you by: Overfuel – Dealers: You’re torching $30 of every $100 in marketing spend when your site flunks Google’s basic performance test. Why keep using outdated website technology that's killing your profits? Overfuel is the new technical standard in automotive websites, pr...
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“Burn The Ships!” – Scott Simons’ Tactics for Fixing a Dealership From the Ground Up | Scott Simons, Dealer Principal of Simons Chevrolet GMC

December 16, 2025 • 59 mins
Today I’m joined by Scott Simons, Dealer Principal of Simons Chevrolet GMC. Scott breaks down the leap from corporate leadership to dealership ownership — the money discipline, personal brand, and network it actually takes. He lays out the unexpected challenges of buying his first store, how he navigated a sub-$10M investment, and why adaptability became his biggest edge. Dealers will walk away with clear, tactical insights on ...
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Wright on Deceptive Pricing, Dell on Used, Robertson on Video Lead Response | Daily Dealer Live

December 15, 2025 • 70 mins
Today's show features: - Andy Wright, Managing Partner at VINART Automotive Group

 

 - Rob Dell, Vice President of Bob Ruth Ford

 - Patrick Robertson, GM of Hyundai of Cool Springs This episode is brought to you by: Overfuel – Dealers: You’re torching $30 of every $100 in marketing spend when your site flunks Google’s basic performance test. Why keep using outdated website technology that's killing your profits? ...
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Raymond on GM Talent Strategy, Strosnider on Buying Used Inventory | Daily Dealer Live

December 12, 2025 • 61 mins
Today's show features: Gerry Raymond, President of Gerry Raymond Automotive Kevin Strosnider, Dealer Operator of Strosnider Chevrolet

 This episode is brought to you by: Cars.com – the #1 most recognized automotive marketplace and the place shoppers turn for trusted expertise and a better way to compare vehicles. Unlike marketplaces that reduce everything to price, Cars.com automatically merchandises your inventory’s ...
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The King of Staten Island: Real Strategies to Win Against Deceptive Pricing, Stairsteps & Amazon | Marcello Sciarrino, Co-Owner of Island Auto Group

December 11, 2025 • 54 mins
Today I’m joined by Marcello Sciarrino, Co-Owner Island Auto Group. We unpack how family-owned dealerships can stand out against national groups, why transparency matters now more than ever, and the biggest fixed ops opportunities in today’s market. We also get into service retention, culture, and why Toyota’s hybrid strategy is paying off while others chase EVs. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Overfuel - Overfuel is...
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Toothman on Fleet Focus, Waishampayan on New Ad Tech, Lundy on Sales/BDC Split | Daily Dealer Live

December 10, 2025 • 73 mins
Today's show features: JR Toothman, Owner of Toothman Ford

 Amol Waishampayan, Co-Founder of Fullthrottle.ai Glenn Lundy, President of 800% Elite Auto This episode is brought to you by: Cars.com – the #1 most recognized automotive marketplace and the place shoppers turn for trusted expertise and a better way to compare vehicles. Unlike marketplaces that reduce everything to price, Cars.com automatically merchand...
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"Half of their DMS is inactive!" – A Wakeup-Call for Service Drives and How to Bring Customers Back | Mark Altieri, EVP of Business Development at Zonic Design

December 9, 2025 • 31 mins
Today I’m joined by Mark Altieri, EVP of Business Development at Zonic Design. We break down why fixed ops is still the most under-leveraged profit center in dealerships—and how communication gaps are quietly eroding customer loyalty. Mark explains how AI is reshaping customer engagement, why half of a dealership’s DMS often sits untouched, and what operators can do to immediately improve retention. Clear takeaways, practical...
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Used Car Special: Winning Strategies w/ Pohanka and Scates | Daily Dealer Live

December 8, 2025 • 44 mins
Today's show features: - Tim Pohanka, Vice President of Pohanka Nissan Hyundai - Jeremy Scates, Owner of 111 Motorcars

 This episode is brought to you by: Cars.com – the #1 most recognized automotive marketplace and the place shoppers turn for trusted expertise and a better way to compare vehicles. Unlike marketplaces that reduce everything to price, Cars.com automatically merchandises your inventory’s most compellin...
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The Human Skill the Industry Lost — and How Great Dealers Are Scaling It to 10K+ Leads Daily | Industry Spotlight

December 6, 2025 • 37 mins
Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D’Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today’s automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Jeremy Nowling, Sales and Digital Retailing Director at Rohrman Auto Group, and Matt Muilenburg, Chief Product Officer of Impel. This episode is brought to you by Impel: Impel - Meet the AI Operating Sy...
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Fixed Ops Friday – Lupo, Griffis, Kent, Gonzalez | Daily Dealer Live

December 5, 2025 • 60 mins
Today's show features: Manny Gonzalez — Fixed Operations Manager, Ramsey Mazda Jamie Kent — Chief Strategy Officer, Overfuel Alex Griffis — President, Overfuel Richard Lupo — Fixed Operations Director, Apple Tree Honda & Acura This episode is brought to you by: Cars.com – the #1 most recognized automotive marketplace and the place shoppers turn for trusted expertise and a better way to compare vehicles...
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Miller on Alleged Breach, O'Hara on Chicago Market, Davila on Buying Used Cars | Daily Dealer Live

December 5, 2025 • 68 mins
Today's show features: Brad Miller, CEO of ComplyAuto

 Will O'Hara, General Manager at Zeigler Auto Group Roy Davila, Variable Operations Director at Steele Auto Group This episode is brought to you by: Cars.com – the #1 most recognized automotive marketplace and the place shoppers turn for trusted expertise and a better way to compare vehicles. Unlike marketplaces that reduce everything to price, Cars.com automatica...
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“Retail Is Detail!” — Why Todd Blue Returned to Luxury Retail and the Model He’s Building Now | Todd Blue, Dealer Principal of Mercedes-Benz of Northern Arizona and CEO of LAPIS

December 4, 2025 • 53 mins
Today I’m joined by Todd Blue, Dealer Principal of Mercedes-Benz of Northern Arizona and CEO of LAPIS. We break down how luxury dealerships can truly differentiate in a crowded market and why direct customer engagement still drives outsized loyalty. Todd opens up about leverage, market cycles, and why he exited his business at its peak. We also explore what it really takes to elevate underperforming stores and thrive even when ...
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Robb on December Predictions, Scroggins on Developing Service Talent | Daily Dealer Live

December 3, 2025 • 57 mins
Today's show features: Jeremy Robb, Chief Economist at Cox Automotive Derek Scroggins, Parts and Service Director at Pilson Automotive and Power Sports This episode is brought to you by: Cars.com – the #1 most recognized automotive marketplace and the place shoppers turn for trusted expertise and a better way to compare vehicles. Unlike marketplaces that reduce everything to price, Cars.com automatically merchandises ...
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