Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I’m speaking with Leigh Ann Conver, Senior Director of CDK Data Services. We discuss how AI is quietly integrating into dealership operations, the top AI trends for 2024 and how dealerships of all sizes can leverage AI to boost car sales. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by: Edmunds - Premier is a solution from Edmunds that connects you with in-market shoppers when, where, and how they want to connect. Learn more at https://edmu.in/4hUjIcv Dealer Pay – Designed to increase, productivity and customer retention, Dealer Pay is a "dealer-specific' payments acceptance solution with over 25 years of experience as a trusted payments partner for dealerships across the US. Contact Julie today - julie@dealer-pay.com or 636-442-4901. CDK Global - Empowering dealers with the tools and technology to build deeper customer relationships. Learn more @ https://www.cdkglobal.com/dealership-xperience-platform Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:02:22) - Leigh’s career and background (00:05:10) - What are you seeing in the industry concerning AI? (00:06:16) - The 2024 AI Survey (00:14:13) - Where is the positive impact of AI being seen by dealers? (00:18:27) - What are people missing who aren’t utilizing AI? (00:24:42) - Does dealership size indicate whether they are adopting AI? (00:28:15) - Where are you seeing the most effectiveness of AI in dealerships? (00:30:33) - What’s in your product pipeline? (00:34:08) - Closing thoughts Read the 2024 AI in Automotive Insights and Innovations from CDK here: https://cms.cdkglobal.com/2024_CDK_AI Check out Car Dealership Guy’s stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.

Chat Tammy Guess who’s back.. Back Again… Her check engine light. Nate Dana 60 detroit on FB marketplace 3d printing parts for the jeep dash!     www.offroadinsiders.com Instagram offroadinsiders Email: offroadinsiders AT gmail.com   Community Corner https://news.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/2024/11/18/egyptian-adventurer-reaches-japan-after-274-days-of-overland-travel-2327       Main Topic Aluminum vs. steel Many vehicles have started switching parts from steel over to aluminum. General https://tampasteel.com/differences-between-aluminum-and-steel/ Aluminum pros Lighter Doesn’t rust like steel Dissipates heat faster Aluminum Cons Not as structural, getting the same strength as steel requires thicker material More expensive Harder to repair (generally) More prone to tear or fracture than steel is Steel Pros Stronger metal Bends rather than fractures, easier to hammer back into shape More affordable (generally) Easter it repair Steel Cons Heavier Very prone to rust Holds Heat Body panels Weight savings Possibly more expensive to repair Jeep doors easier to take on and off Armor Weight savings Panels generally need to be thicker to get the same strength Aluminum has a tendency to fracture rather than bend Other components Drivetrain Lighter components More efficient heat dissipation Wheels Lighter, less rotational weight Harder to repair on the trail Easier to crack Harder to hammer back into shape Looks nicer. ;)   JK vs JL Weight (source: https://offroadingpro.com/how-much-does-a-jeep-wrangler-weigh/) JKU Sport weight: 4,075 JLU Sport weight: 4,167 JK steel front door: about 62 pounds JL aluminum front door: about 47 pounds   JK hood: 47 lbs JL hood: 22 lbs JL has aluminum doors, hood and windshield frame, and some body panels. The hinges are cast aluminum too. JL tailgate is made of magnesium alloy Indications are the JL aluminum panels have more issues with corrosion than the steel JK panels did.         https://wranglerguide.com/jeep-wrangler-weight/       Show close If you want to watch us live, visit the Off-road insiders on Youtube Don’t forget to like the video, and subscribe!   If you’d like to listen to us audio only, find is where you find podcasts You can find us on instagram, https://www.instagram.com/offroadinsiders/   You can find Tammy at: www.JeepMomma.com And you can find Nate at: www.swbcrawler.com  

Did your lease program not work out as planned? In this episode, Andrew offers guidance for truckers facing the challenges of transitioning back to a company driver role after a lease program. Exploring the reasons why lease programs might not be the right fit for everyone and discusses the potential benefits of returning to a company driving position.    Providing practical advice on navigating this transition, emphasizing the importance of open communication and self-reflection. This episode will teach you how to get back on your feet and find success in the trucking industry.   Takeaways   Many drivers find lease programs more challenging than expected. Communication is key in maintaining customer relationships. Returning to a company driver role can provide stability. Health benefits and paid vacation are significant advantages of company driving. Maintenance responsibilities can overwhelm lease operators. Taxes can become a burden for those in lease programs. If you're ready to work for a carrier that cares about your success, visit us at Chief Carriers. This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative 2024.

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Surprise! We're back with Your Mustang story. After nearly a year of health and economic issues we are gradually coming back with a few more episodes. We'll keep trying to bring you interesting mustang content. In this episode Kenny Weldon shares a lifelong love of Mustangs, from a $200.00 Mach 1, to a rare and beautiful Shelby and his journey as part of a new restoration shop started by Indy racer and drift pilot Jim Guthrie! So, let's go!

What is the Ultimate BMW M Car? With all the hoopla around College Hoops right now, I got into the spirit and pitted the best BMW M Cars against one another in this March Bracket Madness Challenge! Did I get it right? Did you get a piece of the "money" I put up for grabs in the video? Want to check out my merch and support the channel/podcast? Click the link below! https://hwyspec.etsy.com