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Welcome to Driving Solutions, the podcast for dealership professionals who want to stay sharp, informed, and ahead of the curve. Hosted by Jim Fitzpatrick and powered by CBT News, each episode dives into the real-world strategies, tools, and vendor solutions helping today’s auto dealers run smarter, more profitable operations.
From fixed ops and F&I to digital retailing and dealership leadership, Driving Solutions covers the full scope of dealership operations. Whether you're a dealer principal, GM, sales leader, or part of the management team, you’ll hear the trends, tactics, and expert insights that drive real results.
Listen now and visit CBTNews.com for even more expert interviews, dealership news, and solutions.
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S1E27 Fred Fordin on Launching Deelr.io and AI-Driven Inventory Management
Dealership technology veteran Fred Fordin joins Driving Solutions to discuss launching Deelr.io alongside his son, Charles, and how AI-driven tools are reshaping inventory and recon management.…
S1E26 Charles Fordin on AI Workflow Automation for Dealerships
Operational speed and cross-department visibility are becoming defining advantages for dealerships, and Charles Fordin, co-founder of Deelr.io, explains how AI-driven workflow automation is helping…
S1E25 Jeri Reichel on Why Omnichannel Retailing Is Now Essential for Dealers
Digital retailing has reached a tipping point as consumer expectations for online vehicle purchases continue to rise. On this episode of Driving Solutions, Jim Fitzpatrick is joined by Jeri Reichel,…
S1E24 Lauren Donalson and Jason Wiley on AI-Driven Dealer Growth
PureCars executives Lauren Donalson, CEO, and Jason Wiley, President and Chief Revenue Officer, join Driving Solutions to discuss how clean data and AI-powered marketing can help dealerships drive…
S1E23 Ryan Kerrigan on the State of Dealership Buy-Sell Activity
Ryan Kerrigan, managing director at Kerrigan Advisors, joins Driving Solutions to discuss why dealership buy-sell activity remains resilient despite ongoing industry uncertainty. He breaks down key…
S1E22 Cole Reiken on Using Diagnostics to Protect Used Car Margins
Cole Reiken, managing director of BlueDriver MAX, joins Driving Solutions to explain how professional-grade diagnostics are changing the way dealers appraise and acquire used vehicles. As…
S1E21 Solving Dealer Transport Delays with Royce Neubauer
Royce Neubauer, founder of Auto Hauler Exchange, joins Driving Solutions to discuss how vehicle logistics is becoming a competitive differentiator for dealers and OEMs. Drawing on more than two…
S1E20 How eLEND Solutions Streamlines Dealer Financing — Pete MacInnis
Pete MacInnis, CEO of eLEND Solutions, joins Driving Solutions to discuss the company’s recent Finance Report and how its fintech platform is helping dealerships overcome inefficiencies in auto…
S1E19 Erin Kerrigan Breaks Down Dealership Valuations and Consolidation
Erin Kerrigan, founder and managing director of Kerrigan Advisors, joins Driving Solutions to analyze why dealership buy-sell activity is on pace for a record-setting year in 2025. Drawing on the…
S1E18 Amberly Allen Breaks Down Modern Payments for Dealers
Amberly Allen, founder and managing partner of Dealer Merchant Services (DMS), joins Driving Solutions to discuss DMS’s recent acquisition by Priority Payments and what it means for automotive…
S1E18 Amberly Allen on Surcharging, Taxes, and Payment Technology
In this episode of Driving Solutions, Amberly Allen, founder and managing partner of Dealer Merchant Services (DMS), breaks down how evolving payment rules are reshaping dealership operations and…
S1E17 How AI Is Transforming Dealer Prospecting with Bill Egan
Efficiency and personalization are becoming essential differentiators for dealership profitability. On this episode of Driving Solutions, automotiveMastermind VP of Product Bill Egan explains how new…
S1E16 How Digital Displays Transform Dealership Culture And Results
We explore how North Georgia Toyota uses digital screens to elevate customer trust, motivate teams, and replace manual reports with live, shared data that updates every 15 minutes. GM Greg Epps shows…
S1E15 Why Process, Not Leads, Decides Your Dealership’s ROI
We cut through AI hype and zero in on performance, showing how process, follow-up, and clear communication drive higher close rates across multi-store operations. We share measurable ways to vet…
S1E14 Your Trade Appraisals Could Be Costing You $12,000 A Month Without This Tool
BlueDriver Max is revolutionizing the vehicle appraisal process by providing dealerships with fast, accurate mechanical diagnostics that prevent costly mistakes and build customer trust. • Scan…
S1E13 Revolutionizing Dealer Operations with automotiveMastermind & DriveCentric
automotiveMastermind and DriveCentric announce a strategic partnership that will integrate Mastermind's predictive data intelligence directly into DriveCentric's CRM platform, creating a seamless…
S1E12 Dealers who embrace AI are winning the customer satisfaction game
Mark Vickery of Cox Automotive reveals how AI is transforming car dealerships by personalizing customer interactions and improving satisfaction rates to all-time highs. We explore how dealerships are…
S1E11 Reimagining Automotive Events: How Digital Dealer Is Transforming for Today's Dealerships
Digital Dealer is evolving with significant changes for their October 14-15 event at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, responding directly to dealer and exhibitor feedback. The show has been condensed from…
S1E10 AI's Impact on Car Buying Satisfaction
Car buyer satisfaction has reached record highs as dealerships focus on every segment of the consumer journey, embracing AI and personalization to meet customer expectations. Four key factors driving…
S1E9 Credit Card Compliance: How Dealers Can Save Millions Without Sacrificing Service
Amberly Allen from Dealer Merchant Services explains how dealerships can save significant money by properly implementing credit card surcharge programs while staying compliant with regulations.•…
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