#393 - What's The Scuttlebutt?
About this episode
August has brought a mix of challenges and opportunities for dealers, particularly with the impending expiration of the EV tax credit. The hosts discuss the complexities of pricing Teslas and the delicate balance of recon costs. They dive into the importance of effective communication with customers regarding trade-ins and recon expectations. The episode also covers strategies for improving foot traffic and sales, emphasizing the need for a solid marketing plan and the willingness to take losses on aged inventory to boost sales momentum. Insights on pay plans for sales staff are shared, highlighting the need for motivation without complicating structures.
In this episode of The Independent Dealer Podcast, the boys dive into a grab bag of dealership hot topics and burning questions that have landed in their inbox lately.
They break down:
⚡ The latest on the EV tax credit — and what it means for your inventory
🔧 Smart strategies for recon efficiency and cutting unnecessary costs
📬 Real dealer questions answered — from operations to profitability
🧠 Tips to navigate the ever-changing dealership landscape
Whether you’re wrenching in the shop or running the show, this episode delivers insight, humor, and no-BS advice for every independent dealer.
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GMC Acadia
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Ford Fiestas
"or $8,000 battery in the next year or two, you kind of price those in just like we do with, I mean, look at the Ford Fiesta's, right? Or the Focuses or the GMC Acadia, like you're buying these cars just factoring in that you're going to need to do these repairs"
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