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LotTalk powered by Lotpop, explores timely topics in the automotive industry with weekly updates and features guests from various sectors of the automotive world. Learn more at ⁠www.lottalkpodcast.com

90 - Are You a Retailer or a Wholesaler? The Habit Costing You $3,000 a Trade

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90 - Are You a Retailer or a Wholesaler? The Habit Costing You $3,000 a Trade
Are you running a retail dealership from a wholesale vantage point? Chris Keene and John Anderson break down why anchoring appraisals and pricing to MMR and auction data turns good operators into wait-and-see dealers, and what it cost one new client about $3,000 per trade on F-250s he sold in 11 and 16 days. They unpack the Carvana vs. CarMax numbers (38% growth vs. a 1% drop in the same market), what Van Horn's 2.42 to 1 used-to-new ratio has to do with a 98.86% review response rate, and the "money, machine, or me" test every manager should run before touching a price. Then Chris shares his screen: a top-performing 389-unit dealer with a Kona at 86 VDPs and zero leads, a market that moved 5% in four days, and roughly 100 units that went the wrong direction inside a week. Plus the Q4 game plan: sell what you stock, 65% out of the first 30 days, and under 10% aged by November.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026
89 - The 30-Day Car and the 100-Day Car Are Now Two Different Businesses
New car searches are down nearly 50%, the market average days to turn just jumped from 51 to 53, and 300,000 off-lease EVs are flooding into the used market. On this episode of LotTalk, Lotpop coaches Chris Keene and John Anderson break down why the 30-day car and the 100-day car are now two different businesses inside your dealership, and why each one needs its own game plan. They cover the affordability shift pushing buyers from new to used, the CPO opportunity most stores are ignoring, why market day supply stops mattering the moment you own the car, and a real CRM story about a $79,000 lead that told the store everything and got ignored. Plus: the 65% first-30-days benchmark, contact gap coaching, and how to turn stalled leads into acquisition opportunities. Want a free walkthrough of your inventory tool or CRM? Visit lotpop.com/estimate.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026
88 - Inventory Is Up, Sales Are Down: The Math Every Used Car Manager Needs Right Now
Used inventory is up, sales are down, and the July-August lift never showed. So why are sales desks still passing on first offers? This week on LotTalk, Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard break down why the first deal is always the best deal, including a real dealer example where a 14-day-old unit drew an offer at 100% of market and the desk almost passed because "it's too new." The guys also share two referral horror stories from this week alone, including a delivered vehicle with four miles of gas in the tank, and what those failures cost a store far beyond one deal. Plus: the $55-a-day holding cost nobody talks about, why top operators sell 90% of inventory in the first 30 days, how to build a referral process that protects your reputation, and three must-read books for anyone in sales.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026
87 - Stop Asking "Do You Have a Trade?" Do This Instead.
Season 4 kicks off with the numbers every used car manager needs to see. Day supply on inventory over $35,000 has blown past 50 days while $10K to $20K units turn in just 31, and the LotTalk crew breaks down exactly what to do about it. Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard cover how one dealer partner bought 331 vehicles off the curve in a single month, why your 10 percent trade-on-lead number is a sourcing goldmine in disguise, and the one question your salespeople should ask instead of "do you have a trade?" Plus: 300,000 off-lease EVs hitting the market with residuals landing 15 points below projections, and why the recon shortcuts dealers are taking right now will mortgage their future. Grab a notepad. This one sets the table for next week's deep dive: why your first deal is always your best deal.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026
86 - The 900 Sales a Month Hiding in Your Service Drive (And the Vendor Mess Blocking Them)
Brian Benstock has been the number one certified Honda dealer in the world 16 times and the number one certified Acura dealer 15 times. In this episode of LotTalk, Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard get him to lay out the math on the most profitable transaction in any dealership: the vehicle exchange.
Benstock explains why roughly 30% of your service customers can trade into a comparable vehicle at the same payment today, and how that pencils out to as many as 900 additional sales a month at a store the size of Paragon. He also makes the case for cutting your vendor list down to a handful of real partners, paying them on transactions instead of impressions, and refusing to pay a toll to access your own customer data.

Plus: why he sold EVs at $99 a month in Queens, why AI is a force multiplier and not a threat, and why "I can't get my people to do it" is a leadership problem.
Listen at LotTalkPodcast.com.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026
85 - "I Can't Get My People To Do That" Is Costing You More Than You Think
LotTalk kicks off its leadership series with retired Army veteran, educator, and strategist Bryant Love. As a former plans branch chief at U.S. Africa Command, Bryant led 16-plus major planning efforts across 20-plus nations, and he brings that experience straight to the dealership floor.
Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard press him on the sentence Lotpop coaches hear constantly from dealer leadership: "I can't get my people to do that." Bryant's answer is not what most managers want to hear.
In this episode: why shared understanding has to come before execution, the three things every leader owes their team, why no leader development program is a failing grade, the real limits of AI on critical thinking, and the five questions to answer before you roll out anything new on your floor. Plus the four components of applied critical thinking taught to Army special operations leaders.
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Wed, 29 Jul 2026
84 - Hybrids Up 34%, Credit at a 10-Year High: Your 2026 Used Car Sourcing Playbook
Wholesale used inventory is heading back to 12 million units for the first time since 2019, but auction prices aren't budging. So why are auction-dependent dealers getting squeezed? Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard break down the real cost of ownership on auction buys, why used hybrid sales are up 34% (and the Camry Hybrid a jaw-dropping 306%), and how 300,000 off-lease EVs will reshape used inventory by the end of 2026. Plus: the 15-day inventory matching rule, how one dealer scaled a buy center from 12 units a month to 2,800 a year, why a 10-year high in credit availability means your dead deals are alive again, and the line every manager needs to hear: the tools of today have crushed the common sense of yesterday. Hope is not a strategy. Preparation is.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026
83 - Used Car Prices Just Topped $30K and Buyers Are Still Buying. Are You Getting Your Share?
The shopper index is falling at the exact time of year it usually climbs. So why are some dealers still stacking record months? In Episode 29 of LotTalk, Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard break down the mid-2026 used car market: wholesale values at multi-year highs, average used prices topping $30,200 for the first time since 2023, and the sub-$10K sourcing play independent dealers should be jumping on. Then Chris gets fired up about the main event: quality over quantity in lead follow-up. Why 22 real conversations beat 55 copy-paste calls, the word tracks that actually get responses, what "read the lead" means, and why managers need to get off the desk and coach. Plus shout-outs to Tyrone Polk (48 units in June at Cavender Buick GMC) and Sean Mummer at Buchanan Auto Group. New episodes weekly at LotTalkPodcast.com.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
82 - 12 Leads, One Winner: How AI Can Decide Who Gets the Deal
Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard break down exactly how dealership sales and BDC teams should be using free AI tools like Google's Ask Gemini in their daily lead follow-up. The average shopper submits 12 to 15 leads and spends up to 19 hours researching a purchase, yet most follow-up is still "are you still in the market?" The guys show how to generate instant walkarounds, fuel economy breakdowns, and competitive comparisons on any brand you carry, why active in-stock leads deserve contact every three days no matter their age, and how the 34-day average retail turn proves your customer's timeline isn't yours. Plus John's real-world story of buying a Ram he never intended to buy, all because one dealership gave him information instead of pressure. Automotive intelligence beats artificial intelligence every time.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026
81 - This 30-Second AI Trick Turns Any Salesperson Into Their Own Personal Brand
Coaches Chris Keene and Renaldo Leonard show how Google's Gemini (or any AI tool like ChatGPT or Claude) can generate ready-to-post social media content, lead follow-up scripts, and orphaned-customer outreach messages in under 30 seconds. They break down exactly how a new salesperson, or a 30-year veteran, can use "automotive intelligence" to build a personal brand that outlasts any single dealership job. Plus: why John Anderson, after decades in retail, says he can't stop using Gemini once he started.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
80 - Automotive Managers: Expectations vs. Reality (LotTalk)
What happens when actions and words finally intersect? In this episode of Lot Talk, powered by Lotpop, Chris dives deep into the crucial role of expectations in automotive management. From setting initial expectations to managing daily operations and team dynamics, understanding and aligning expectations is key to success on the lot.
Key Topics:
0:00 Coming Up: The Power of Expectations
0:15 Welcome to Lot Talk: Why Expectations Drive Performance
0:48 Setting Clear Expectations for Your Automotive Team
2:30 The Impact of Misaligned Expectations on Dealership Productivity
5:10 Actionable Strategies for Automotive Managers
Join Chris as he unpacks how to:
- Define and communicate expectations effectively.
- Improve team performance through clear guidelines.
- Navigate the complexities of daily dealership operations.
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Wed, 24 Jun 2026
79 - Your Dealership Posts Are Getting ZERO Engagement. Here's Why.
Social media strategist Robin Wilson of Social Grenade joins Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard to break down why the standard dealership playbook of sold customer photos and copied-everywhere posts gets zero traction. Robin shares how to read your insights like a sales board, why educational content built on customer pain points beats promotional posts every time, which platforms reach which buyers, and why YouTube is the most urgent channel in automotive right now as AI search tools like Gemini start pulling answers from video. Plus: the ten-video how-to playlist every dealership should film this month, why TikTok is the number one search engine for buyers under 30, and why social media only works as a top-down initiative.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026
78 - The Most Underused 15 Seconds at Your Dealership
84% of car shoppers are on social media, 95% start their research online, and 61% say reviews decide who they buy from. In this episode of LotTalk, Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard break down how dealers can use social media to build trust and reputation before a buyer ever hits the lot. They cover why authentic phone video beats polished production, the rising AI "trust gap," how your content feeds answer engines like ChatGPT and Claude, the smart way (and wrong way) to use AI on leads, and the most underused 15 seconds at your entire dealership. Practical, floor-level moves you can start using this week.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026
77 - Looking But Not Buying: The Summer 2026 Used Car Playbook for Managers
The spring selling season is over and the shopper index has fallen roughly 30%, but here is the truth most dealers are missing: buyers are still out there, they have just lost their urgency. In this episode of LotTalk, Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard break down the Cox and Experian data behind the slowdown (record $7,214 negative equity, $50,000 average new car prices, and aggressive new-truck incentives crushing used values) and turn it into a practical plan. You will get the exact outright-seller script for sourcing inventory out of your own CRM with no auction fees, the trade and price variance checks that expose self-inflicted margin compression, and the S.P.A.C.E.D. follow-up framework that gives your team something to say besides "are you still in the market." Get watertight now, before the market turns back up. Download the free Summer 2026 Used Car Playbook at lotpop.com.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026
76 - "Hope Isn't A Strategy": A 52-Year Car Veteran's Take On Why Your Store Is Stuck
Why won't your team do what you ask? After 52 years in retail automotive — from selling cars in 1972 to consulting at the NADA level — Ed French has one answer: you never set a clear expectation in the first place. In this LotTalk Leadership Series episode, John Anderson reunites with his longtime mentor for a hard-hitting conversation on the four parts of every clear expectation, why most dealership underperformance is a clarity problem (not a talent problem), how to chase a BHAG instead of the dealer down the street, and what high performers actually need from their leaders. Chris Keene and Renaldo Leonard dig in on business models, analyzing losses instead of wins, the lost art of "windshield time," and why the post-COVID generation of battlefield-promoted managers is struggling in a 2017-style market. If you've ever caught yourself saying "I can't get my people to do X," this episode is the wake-up call.
Wed, 27 May 2026
75 - Sales Down 6%, Shoppers Down 30%, EVs Up 200%: The 2026 Used Car Market Just Flipped
The 2026 used car market just flipped on dealers, and most of them didn't see it coming. Off-lease EV returns are projected to jump 200% year over year, hitting 300,000 units. US auto sales are down 6%. Shopper index is down 30%. RAM is gaining ground while Ford, Chevy, and Subaru bleed market share. So what do you do?In this episode of LotTalk, Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard unpack the 90-day consumer search data, the hybrid versus EV demand shift, and why two dealerships sitting on the same piece of asphalt can have wildly different results. They get into self-inflicted margin compression (the gross-killing habit most used car managers don't realize they have), the "pot roast rule" that's quietly costing stores tens of thousands, and what the top 150 dealer groups did to grow in 2026 without opening a single new store.If you're a dealer principal, GM, used car manager, or BDC manager trying to stay ahead of the EV wave, hybrid surge, and shifting OEM landscape, this one is required listening. It comes down to two things: process and discipline.Topics covered: • The 200% EV off-lease wave hitting dealer lots • Why hybrid search is still beating EV (and what that means for your inventory) • The OEM brands winning and losing the last 90 days • Self-inflicted margin compression and how to stop it • Why the top 150 dealer groups are growing without adding stores • Process, discipline, and the Indiana Hoosiers playbookWant help applying any of this to your store? Visit lottalkpodcast.com to connect with Chris, John, and Renaldo.

Wed, 20 May 2026
74 - The Management Wake-Up Call: It's Time to Grow a Pair
John Anderson goes off on what he found auditing a dealer's CRM — and connects the dots between bad lead follow-up, aging inventory, and the margin compression every GM is blaming on the market. Plus: Amazon Autos is no longer a future threat. Episode 21 of LotTalk, Powered by LotPop.
Wed, 13 May 2026
73 - Three Top Operators Reveal What's Working in 2026's Worst Markets
The market excuse just died. In Episode 20 of LotTalk, hosts Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard sit down with three dealers from three completely different markets to settle the oldest argument in the used car business: "My market is different." You'll meet: Bobby Albert — Eastchester Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, Bronx NY (heavily regulated, urban, franchise) Justin Williams — Bozard Ford Lincoln, St. Augustine FL (450 employees, saturated market, 300+ used cars/month) James Paye — Dells Auto, South Dakota (independent, 4 employees, 90+ used cars/month, $18K average retail)
Wed, 06 May 2026
72 - Why Your Used Car Leads Stop Converting (And the 3 Fixes Every BDC Misses)
The seasonal shopper index drop is here — right on schedule, just like every spring for the last 15 years. But too many dealers are reading the dip as a slow market and reacting the wrong way: cutting prices on cars that already had hand-raisers at full sticker. In this episode of LotTalk, Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard break down why "less at-bats" doesn't mean less business — and why most managers are losing margin to themselves, not the market.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026
71 - The 14-Day Kick Is Killing Your Used Car Gross (And Other Slow-Market Mistakes)
Lou Ramirez and Fred Lennartz from Car Guys Coffee join LotTalk to break down sold-car leads, follow-up game film, and why the 14-day lead kick is killing your gross.
Wed, 22 Apr 2026
70 - When Shopper Counts Drop, Most Dealers Panic. Do This Instead.
Shopper counts are dropping — and most dealers are reacting wrong. Chris, John & Renaldo break down how top operators use switch leads, vertical alignment, and the first-30 rule to protect gross and stay ahead when the market softens.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026
69 - Stop Blaming the Market: The Real Reason Your Margins Are Shrinking
Used car margins are shrinking — but the data says it's not just the market. On this episode of LotTalk, Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard dig into a live dealer example that shows exactly how dealers compress their own margins by ignoring store-level sell data, over-relying on MMR, and arriving at peak season with aged inventory. Plus: how to use your CRM to protect margin before you even buy the car.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026
68 - Do You Have a Sales Team or Sales Prevention Team?
Your digital lot is leaking customers — and most dealers don't even know it. In Episode 15, Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard pull back from recent AI conversations to sound the alarm on a problem hiding in plain sight: the fundamentals are broken at a lot of dealerships, and no amount of technology is going to fix them. They close with a real-world example of a Ford store selling half their inventory above market in under two weeks, and the exact three practices that separate high-performers from the rest. If you're a used car manager, GSM, or dealer principal heading into Q2, this episode is required listening.
Wed, 25 Mar 2026
67 - AI Is Killing the 4-Hour Car Deal. Your F&I Office Needs to Know About It.
AI in the F&I Office: How Upstart Is Closing Deals Faster and Funding More Customers In this two-part episode of LotTalk Powered by LotPop, hosts Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard sit down with Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer of Upstart to break down how AI is transforming the F&I department from the industry's biggest bottleneck into a competitive advantage. They cover Upstart's 1,000-data-point lending model, how soft-pull digital retailing creates complete leads before customers walk in the door, and why dealers are closing deals on Saturday nights without waiting for a bank to open Monday morning. Part two digs into the leadership side — how to identify an in-store champion, build real adoption, and rescue an implementation that's stalling at 90 days. If you're a used car manager, finance director, or dealer principal trying to understand where AI fits in your store right now, this episode is required listening.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026
66 - The F&I Revolution Is Here: How AI Is Turning Dead Deals Into Done Deals
AI in the F&I Office: How Upstart Is Closing Deals Faster and Funding More Customers In this two-part episode of LotTalk Powered by LotPop, hosts Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard sit down with Danielle Mills Walden and Phillip Greer of Upstart to break down how AI is transforming the F&I department from the industry's biggest bottleneck into a competitive advantage. They cover Upstart's 1,000-data-point lending model, how soft-pull digital retailing creates complete leads before customers walk in the door, and why dealers are closing deals on Saturday nights without waiting for a bank to open Monday morning. Part two digs into the leadership side — how to identify an in-store champion, build real adoption, and rescue an implementation that's stalling at 90 days. If you're a used car manager, finance director, or dealer principal trying to understand where AI fits in your store right now, this episode is required listening.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026
65 - 25% of Your Customers Are About to Vanish - Ft. Max McCooke
The conversation delves into the evolution of SEO into AEO and GEO, emphasizing the importance of adapting to the changing landscape of search and consumer behavior. It explores the shift from clicks to answers, the understanding of AEO and GEO infrastructure, and the significance of positioning and adaptation in the market. The conversation delves into the impact of AI and SEO on dealerships, highlighting the need for adaptation to new market trends. It explores the evolution of the automotive industry, the role of AI in car buying, and the future of dealerships in the context of changing consumer behavior and technological advancements. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to AEO and GEO 43:01 Understanding AEO and GEO Infrastructure 50:35 Positioning and Adaptation in the Market 58:20 The Role of AI in Car Buying
Wed, 11 Mar 2026
64 - Dealerships Ignoring This Will Be Out of Business in 5 Years - Ft. Max McCooke
The conversation delves into the impact of AI on the automotive industry, focusing on Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and Geo Engine Optimization (GEO). It also explores the influence of AI on consumer behavior and the need for businesses to adapt to the changing landscape of online search and interaction. Chapters 00:00 The Role of AI in Consumer Behavior
Tue, 10 Mar 2026
63 - The CarMax Wake-Up Call
What happens when a millennial consumer demonstrates live on-air how ChatGPT is replacing Google for car shopping? In this episode of LotTalk powered by LotPop, hosts Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard unpack Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) — and why most dealerships are completely invisible to AI-powered search. Featuring a live CarMax ChatGPT integration demo from COO Brett Branstetter and real-world examples of AI-optimized vehicle listings that are already outperforming traditional SEO. If you're a used car manager still relying on factory descriptions and old-school SEM, this episode is your wake-up call. Learn the three things you can do this week to start showing up where your customers are actually searching.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026
62 - What The Hell Is AEO, And Why Is Everyone Talking About It?
What happens when a millennial consumer demonstrates live on-air how ChatGPT is replacing Google for car shopping? In this episode of LotTalk powered by LotPop, hosts Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard unpack Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) — and why most dealerships are completely invisible to AI-powered search. Featuring a live CarMax ChatGPT integration demo from COO Brett Branstetter and real-world examples of AI-optimized vehicle listings that are already outperforming traditional SEO. If you're a used car manager still relying on factory descriptions and old-school SEM, this episode is your wake-up call. Learn the three things you can do this week to start showing up where your customers are actually searching.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026
61 - The Way Customers Are Finding Your Inventory Is Changing. (And What to Do About It)
Your customers aren't Googling anymore — they're asking AI. On this episode of LotTalk powered by LotPop, Chris Keene and Renaldo Leonard break down two terms that every dealership needs to understand right now: Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO). Learn why most dealer websites are invisible to AI-driven search engines like ChatGPT and Google Gemini, what the buying habits of millennials and Gen Z mean for your digital strategy, and the specific steps you can take this week to turn your website into an answer machine that generates real leads. Plus: how to pressure-test your vendors and why factory vehicle descriptions are costing you traffic. If you're a used car manager or dealership professional serious about staying ahead of the curve, this episode is one you can't afford to skip.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026
60 - Stop Leaving Money on the Table: The Case for Leasing in Today's Market
Discover why dealers are missing out on one of the most powerful profit tools in automotive retail. Industry veteran Jim Holman joins the LotTalk hosts to break down the real benefits of leasing programs - from improved customer retention and service revenue to better inventory management and reduced floor plan exposure. Featuring actionable strategies on training, F&I structure optimization, and creating a sustainable inventory pipeline that keeps customers coming back. Perfect for used car managers, GMs, and dealer principals ready to stop overlooking proven fundamentals.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026
59 - Why Your Photos Are Killing Deals Before They Start
In this eye-opening episode of LotTalk, performance engineer Eric Gidney joins hosts Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard to expose the merchandising and lead management failures silently killing dealer profits in 2025. Eric shares real secret shopping results, explains why template responses are costing you deals, and provides a step-by-step framework for auditing your digital showroom. Whether you're a used car manager, general manager, or dealer principal, this episode delivers practical takeaways you can implement Monday morning to protect margins and improve conversion rates. Topics include: quality merchandising standards, defending price online, trade-in value negotiations, CRM response strategies, and the critical connection between digital presentation and gross profit. Powered by Lotpop.
Tue, 10 Feb 2026
58 - The Discipline Gap: Smart Dealers Are Ditching Gut Instinct
Join Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard as they break down critical insights from industry veterans Frank Knox and Brian Benstock. Discover why data-driven decision-making beats gut instinct in used car acquisition, how to build disciplined processes that actually work, and why clarity in your operations is the key to dealership profitability. Learn practical strategies for reducing friction, improving inventory turns, and creating better experiences for both customers and staff. Perfect for used car managers, general managers, and dealer principals looking to elevate their acquisition game in 2025. Learn More at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 03 Feb 2026
57 - You Don't Have a Product Problem - You Have an Integration Problem Ft. Brian Benstock
Join Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard as they sit down with Brian Benstock—16-time #1 Honda dealer and 15-time #1 Acura dealer worldwide—for an unfiltered conversation about the dealership technology crisis. Learn the uncomfortable truth about team development, discover why mastering your current tools beats chasing new ones, and find out what Brian does at 4 AM that keeps him ahead of industry disruption. If you're drowning in subscriptions but starving for results, this episode is your wake-up call. Learn more at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 27 Jan 2026
56 - Winning the Acquisition Battle in 2026 with Frank Knox
LotTalk hosts Chris Keene and Renaldo Leonard sit down with Frank Knox, AutoAcquire AI founder and former CarMax executive, to discuss winning acquisition strategies for 2026. Learn why data and discipline beat gut-feel buying, how to leverage scarcity over market day supply, and why all acquisition channels work when you have the right approach. Frank shares the CARS framework (Clarity, Accountability, Results, Standards) and explains why winning 30% of appraisals should be your baseline. If you're struggling to stock your lot with profitable inventory in today's tight market, this episode delivers actionable strategies you can implement immediately.
Tue, 20 Jan 2026
55 - Your First 30 Days Are Killing You: The Real Cause of Margin Compression
Kick off 2026 with a hard reset on used car fundamentals. In this LotTalk Season 3 premiere, hosts Chris Keene and Renaldo Leonard break down why “margin compression” is often a self‑inflicted wound, not just a market reality. They dig into velocity, bucket management, and how to make smarter pricing decisions using real‑world SRP, VDP, and lead data instead of gut feel. You’ll hear cautionary lessons from CarMax, a live case study of a dealer who grew inventory but lost momentum, and a blueprint for partnering with fixed ops so recon doesn’t steal your first 30 days. If you’re a used car or inventory manager looking to plug profit leaks and stop “digging the hole” deeper in 2026, this episode is your playbook. Get more LotTalk at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 13 Jan 2026
54 - Your 2026 Game Plan: Why January Is Your New March
Waiting for the spring bounce? Big mistake. In this episode of LotTalk, Jasen Rice (President & CEO of LotPop) breaks down critical 2026 market data that every used car manager needs to know RIGHT NOW. Discover why inventory is up, how pent-up demand is building, and exactly what you need to do in January to dominate Q1. Topics include: aged inventory strategies, shopping by price vs. selling by payment, merchandising that converts, and fixing your follow-up process. Hosted by Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard. Don't wait—2026 won't wait for you. Learn More at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Wed, 31 Dec 2025
53 - Your Aged Inventory Problem Is Really a Bucket Management Problem
Join Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard on LotTalk as they break down why bucket management remains the cornerstone of successful used car operations. Discover why dealers struggling with aged inventory, declining shopper interest, and soft market conditions keep returning to this fundamental strategy—and why it works. Learn actionable tactics for moving high-dollar inventory before year-end, the critical mistakes in merchandising that cost you leads, and how to position your dealership for a strong 2026. Perfect for used car managers, dealer principals, and anyone looking to maximize profitability in challenging market conditions.
Tue, 16 Dec 2025
52 - The Dealer Tech Stack Purge: Separating Vendors from Partners in 2026
In this LotTalk episode, Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard break down how used car dealers can survive a soft shopper index, fix aged inventory, clean up bloated tech stacks, and get their teams back to fundamentals so they hit 2026 with more gross, more volume, and less chaos. Learn more at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 09 Dec 2025
51 - The Millennial Shopping Secret That's Costing Your Dealership Thousands
Discover why 22% of car buyers are bouncing from your dealership website in seconds—and what to do about it. The LotTalk hosts break down how millennials really shop for cars, why AI optimization is no longer optional, and the inventory mistakes that will destroy your spring selling season. Learn more at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 02 Dec 2025
50 - Stop Lowering Prices and Start Selling Cars: What Your Virtual Lot Is Costing You
Learn how to stop relying on price reductions to move aged inventory. Dick Austin from VinCue reveals why merchandising, authenticity, and staff training are the real profit killers in your used car operation. Learn more at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 25 Nov 2025
49 - There's no such thing as a dealership off-season
In this episode of LotTalk, Chris, John, and Renaldo break down why the final weeks of the year are the “off-season” that determines a dealer’s success in Q1. From clearing aged inventory and tightening your virtual lot processes to auditing your tech stack and fixing pay plans that drive the right behavior, the team lays out a practical blueprint for entering 2026 with real momentum. If you want a stronger, more profitable used-car operation next year, this is the episode to lock in on. Learn more at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025
48 - Radical Accountability: How a NFL Mindset Builds Winning Dealership Teams Ft. Cory Procter
Former NFL player Cory Procter joins the LotTalk team and shares leadership lessons on accountability, focus, and team culture every dealership can use. Learn more at: www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 11 Nov 2025
47 - Dealers, Stop Majoring in the Minors!
In this no-nonsense episode of LotTalk, Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard take aim at overcomplicated dealership habits and inflated egos holding used car operations back. Learn how to simplify your inventory process, sell more cars in the first 30 days, and walk your virtual lot like your physical one. Actionable insights every used car manager needs before heading into 2026. Learn More @ www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 04 Nov 2025
46 - The Velcro Ass Epidemic in Dealerships
In this episode of LotTalk, leadership expert Frank Knox joins Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Reynaldo Leonard to discuss what separates true leadership from management in today’s dealerships. Knox shares why sustainable change starts with behaviors, not KPIs, how to build courageous and communicative teams, and why ignoring data that contradicts your gut can derail your success. Packed with real-world examples and tough truths, this episode is a must-listen for dealer principals and managers who want to lead with consistency and vision.
Tue, 28 Oct 2025
45 - Building High-Performance Dealerships Ft. Ed French
Industry legend Ed French joins the LotTalk Leadership Series to break down what real leadership looks like in today’s market. From setting clear expectations and keeping score on losses to choosing clarity over comfort, French shares timeless lessons every used car manager and dealer can use to build high-performance teams and lasting success.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025
44 - LotTalk Podcast: How to Build the Best Team on the Planet
Ed Roberts (COO) and Letty Bozard (Dealer Principal) from Bozard Ford Lincoln reveal their proven leadership philosophy in this LotTalk episode. Discover why adaptability beats experience, how to eliminate silos between departments, and the one red flag that should disqualify any leadership candidate. Learn about BTOP (Best Team on the Planet), their framework for building accountability and innovation into dealership culture. Roberts and Bozard share real-world examples of delegating authority, creating shared vision, and why the secret to getting your team to care is simpler than you think. Essential listening for dealer principals, GMs, and anyone leading teams in automotive retail. Learn More at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 14 Oct 2025
43 - LotTalk Podcast: Margin Compression: Why Your Used Car Profits Disappear After 30 Days
In this episode of LotTalk, hosts Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard break down how margin compression is crushing used car profits—and what dealers can do to fix it. From merchandising speed and pricing strategy to digital retailing and customer experience, learn the practical steps top-performing dealers use to sell more inventory in the first 30 days and protect their gross.
Tue, 07 Oct 2025
42 - LotTalk Podcast: Leadership Lessons from the Battlefield to the Showroom
In this episode of LotTalk, retired Army officer Bryant Love joins Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard to share leadership lessons that apply directly to dealerships. Learn how clarity, empathy, and critical thinking can transform your team and boost results. Learn more at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 30 Sep 2025
41 - LotTalk Podcast: Eye-Opening Automotive Market Shifts
The LotTalk team—Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard—unpack today’s shifting used car market. Shopper counts are dropping, inventory is climbing, and old strategies like stockpiling are draining profits. Learn why time is your biggest enemy, how to treat digital leads with showroom urgency, and what financial insights managers need to keep your dealership profitable through the winter months. Learn more at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 23 Sep 2025
40 - LotTalk Podcast: Sourcing That Sells
Learn how to transform your dealership into a true buying center. In this episode of LotTalk, Erik Vigil, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard share strategies for smarter inventory sourcing, avoiding aged units, and training your team to acquire more trades. Discover actionable ways to stock what sells, pay your staff to source vehicles, and stay ahead in today’s competitive used car market. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lottalkpodcast.com⁠
Tue, 16 Sep 2025
39 - LotTalk Podcast: Halftime Adjustments: Winning Strategies for Used Car Dealers
In this episode of LotTalk, Chris Keene, Renaldo Leonard, and John Anderson break down the latest used car market trends and share strategies for staying ahead when shopper demand cools. From smart pricing and merchandising to sourcing trades over auctions, learn how top dealers make halftime adjustments that keep them winning all year long. Learn More at lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 02 Sep 2025
38 - LotTalk Podcast: Jasen Rice on Market Trends Every Dealer Must Watch
In this episode of the LotTalk Podcast, Chris Keene and John Anderson sit down with Lotpop founder Jasen Rice for a market update dealers can’t afford to miss. They discuss why shopper activity is slowing, how to prevent aging inventory, the truth about used car shortages, and why bucket management and leasing are critical strategies right now. Packed with practical advice, this episode will help used car managers boost volume and gross—without choosing between the two.
Wed, 27 Aug 2025
37 - LotTalk Podcast: Rip the Band-Aid Off and Win on Both Gross and Volume
In this episode of LotTalk, Chris Keene, Renaldo Leonard, and John Anderson tackle one of the biggest myths in used-car sales: that dealers must choose between volume and gross profit. They debunk industry headlines about “tight supply,” explain why aged inventory is killing net performance, and share practical strategies to clean up your lot and win in both profit and volume. Plus, hear how Lotpop offers free training for used car managers through their website to help you stay sharp in a shifting market. If you’re a dealer or manager looking to improve your used-car operation, this episode is packed with actionable insights.
Tue, 19 Aug 2025
36 - LotTalk Podcast: A New Competitor Has Entered The Ring.
Amazon is officially selling used and certified pre-owned cars online — and it’s changing the game for dealers. In this episode of Lot Talk, Chris Keene, Renaldo Leonard, and John Anderson break down what Amazon’s entry means for the industry, how to boost your fresh sale rate, and the seven key metrics every dealer must master. Plus, the five factors you control that drive SRPs and how to meet buyers exactly where they are.
Tue, 12 Aug 2025
35 - LotTalk Podcast: Middle Bucket Mayhem
In this episode of Lot Talk, hosts Chris Keene, Renaldo Leonard, and John Anderson tackle the biggest issues plaguing today’s used car dealerships — from gross profit erosion and inventory mismanagement to the decline in sales talent. Learn how to fix middle-bucket bleed, coach your managers, and realign your store with today’s buyer. It’s time to stop blaming the market and start owning your results. Whether you’re a GM, used car manager, or sales trainer, this episode is packed with real talk and real takeaways.
Tue, 29 Jul 2025
34 - LotTalk Podcast: Are you working the market, or is the market working you?
In this episode, Chris Keene, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard dive deep into what really drives success at used car dealerships today. From the power of fast inventory turns to the importance of foundational data, proactive strategy, and using your tools the right way, this conversation is packed with real-world advice. Whether you’re a GM, GSM, or dealer principal, this is the playbook for selling more cars, faster — and smarter. Powered by Lotpop.
Tue, 22 Jul 2025
33 - LotTalk Podcast: You are in an abusive relationship with your data
In this episode of Lot Talk, Chris Keene and John Anderson tackle one of the biggest issues plaguing used car dealers today—paralysis by analysis. Learn why customers are visiting more dealerships than ever, how to fix your follow-up process, and what it means to truly understand your own store’s data. Packed with actionable tips for increasing gross and volume, this is a must-listen for any dealer ready to take their digital and physical showroom to the next level.
Tue, 15 Jul 2025
32 - LotTalk Podcast: Special Guest Supercut
In this special supercut episode, we’ve compiled the most powerful, insightful, and entertaining moments from all of our incredible guest speakers this season. From game-changing strategies to unforgettable stories, this highlight reel captures the essence of what made Season One so impactful. Whether you’re a longtime listener or just tuning in, this episode is the perfect way to relive the wisdom and wit our guests brought to the mic.
Tue, 08 Jul 2025
31 - LotTalk Podcast: From Small-Town Roots to Used Car Powerhouse: Lessons in Culture ft. Rob Ruth
In this Season 2 kickoff episode of Lot Talk, the team interviews Rob Ruth, Dealer Principal of Bob Ruth Ford. Learn how this small-town store became a powerhouse in used car volume and gross through a culture of trust, digital-first selling, aligned comp plans, and internal promotion. Rob shares practical leadership lessons, acquisition tips, and strategies for uniting fixed and variable ops. A must-listen for used car dealers looking to scale smart.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025
30 - Cracking The Code of Car Buying Ft. Rob Dell
In this episode of Lot Talk, the team interviews Rob Dell, VP of Bob Ruth Ford, on how his small-town Pennsylvania store is crushing it with over 500 acquisitions and 400+ used car sales per month. Rob shares his proven playbook for increasing both gross and volume through strategic inventory acquisition, disciplined lead management, and company-wide alignment. Whether you’re struggling with follow-up or aged inventory, this episode is packed with actionable insights for used car dealers ready to scale. Learn More at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 24 Jun 2025
29 - Dealer Hot Seat Ft. Nathan Shaver
In this candid and insightful episode of LotTalk, Chris Keene, Renaldo Leonard, and John Anderson sit down with Nathan Shaver of Shaver Automotive Group to tackle one of the biggest debates in the car business: gross vs. volume. Learn how Nathan is optimizing inventory, lead management, and digital merchandising to boost used car profits — and hear what the Lotpop team recommends to help dealers sell more cars, faster, with higher ROI. Whether you’re selling 60 or 600 used cars a month, this episode is packed with real-world strategies to increase both gross and volume in today’s competitive market.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025
28 - The Coaching Crisis in Automotive Leadership
In this episode of Lot Talk, hosts Chris Keene, Renaldo Leonard, and John Anderson dive into why coachability is the linchpin of leadership and profitability in used car dealerships. With insights from Casa Auto Group’s Chris Palmer, they explore how investing in people, setting clear KPIs, and embracing coaching from the top down leads to better performance and growth. Whether you’re a GM, sales manager, or lot porter, this episode offers actionable strategies to elevate your operations. Tune in and ask yourself: Are you coachable?
Tue, 10 Jun 2025
27 - Stop Chasing Shiny Objects - Start Sharpening Your Axe
🎙️ In Episode 27 of LotTalk, Chris Keen, John Anderson, and Renaldo Leonard tackle one of the biggest inefficiencies in used car operations: chasing shiny software instead of sharpening your existing tools. Discover how prioritizing insights over apps can dramatically increase your gross profit and inventory turn. Learn the importance of daily priorities, customer engagement, and building a metrics-based scorecard to manage your dealership proactively, not reactively. This is the extra squeeze in the orange every dealer needs. Learn More at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 03 Jun 2025
26 - Do You Know Your Dealership's Identity?
Lot Talk Episode 26 dives into critical insights on used car acquisition and operations. Learn why inventory is stagnating, how to prevent gross profit erosion, and actionable strategies to stock smarter and sell faster. Packed with real-time market data and expert advice, this episode is a must-listen for used car dealers navigating today’s complex landscape. Learn More at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 20 May 2025
25 - The Modern “Grocery Store”: Rethinking Inventory Sourcing
In this episode of Lot Talk, the Lotpop crew unpacks used car acquisition strategies that actually work in today’s market. Learn how to stop losing trades, rethink your appraisal process, and increase gross profit without overpaying at the auction. Whether you’re an independent dealer or part of a large auto group, this episode will help you build smarter operations, source inventory creatively, and maximize your returns.
Tue, 13 May 2025
24 - Back to the Future! Your Used Car Inventory Strategy is Impacting Profits
In this eye-opening episode, the LotTalk crew dives into real-world dealer data to expose common inventory management pitfalls—and how top-performing dealers are staying ahead. Learn why selling what you stock is more vital than ever, how to identify choke points in your inventory, and what actions to take to boost profitability without slashing prices. Whether you’re a GM, GSM, or independent dealer, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss. Learn more at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 06 May 2025
23 - Used Car Shoppers Are Buying Faster!
In this episode of "LotTalk," automotive experts John Anderson, Renaldo Leonard, and Chris Keene dive deep into the struggles facing new car dealerships in today's challenging used car market. Discover why dealers experience faster sales despite fewer buyers, and learn crucial strategies for lean inventory management, competitive pricing, and effective virtual lot engagement. Tailored for used car managers and automotive sales professionals across the U.S. and Canada, this episode provides actionable insights to help dealerships thrive during uncertain times. Tune in for essential tips on improving sales efficiency and dealership management, and stay ahead in the dynamic world of automotive sales. Learn more at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 29 Apr 2025
22 - New Cars Are Back With A Vengeance
Join co-hosts John Anderson and Chris Keene as they dive into the challenges facing new car dealers today and share effective strategies to boost sales, manage inventory smarter, and improve customer service in a shifting automotive market. 🚗💡 Perfect for used car managers, sales professionals, and automotive industry insiders across the U.S. and Canada! #AutomotiveSales #NewCarMarket #InventoryManagement #LotTalkPodcast #CarDealership #SalesStrategy #AutomotiveIndustry #CarSalesTips #DealerInsights
Tue, 22 Apr 2025
21 - Don't Trust Your Gut, Trust The Data! Ft. Frank Knox
In this episode of LotTalk, hosts John Anderson and Renaldo Leonard welcome back Frank Knox, VP of Unique Auto Sourcing, to discuss the pressing challenges facing used car dealers in today's volatile auto market. Frank dives deep into critical issues surrounding inventory acquisition, highlighting why speculation can harm dealerships and emphasizing the importance of a strategic, data-driven approach to inventory management. Learn More at www.lottalkpodcast.com
Tue, 15 Apr 2025
20 - This Couldn't Wait! Ft. Zac Jones
In this insightful episode of LotTalk, hosts Chris Keene and Renaldo Leonard welcome Zac Jones, Vice President of Sales at AutoFi, to discuss the impact of recent automotive tariffs on used car dealerships across North America. They delve into actionable strategies for overcoming compressed margins, enhancing sales performance through targeted training, and improving customer experience through transparency and trust. Discover practical tips and expert insights that can help your dealership navigate uncertain market conditions and build lasting customer loyalty. Don't miss this essential conversation for automotive sales professionals, managers, and dealership owners looking to thrive amidst industry challenges. Learn more at lottalkpodcast.com
Fri, 04 Apr 2025
19 - P.E.T. Your People ft. Car Guy Coffee Podcast
Automotive dealerships are facing upcoming automotive tariffs in the U.S. market. This episode, with insights from industry experts Lou Ramirez and Fred Lennartz of the ‘Car Guy Coffee Podcast,’ explores essential tactics including proactive sales management, enhancing communication in finance and insurance (F&I), cultivating leadership visibility, and fostering continuous education. Learn how positivity, adaptability, and informed preparation can help automotive professionals thrive during industry disruptions Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lottalkpodcast.com⁠
Tue, 01 Apr 2025
18 - Push 'Em Out The Door!
🚗 Used car profits feeling squeezed? In this episode of LotTalk, we dive into why most dealers are leaving money on the table by neglecting their F&I process—and what you can do to fix it fast. From wholesale traps to must-know F&I metrics, this is a must-listen for used car managers and sales pros. 🎧 Listen now and start maximizing every deal. #FandI #UsedCarDealer #AutoIndustryPodcast #CarSalesTips #DealerProfitability
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
17 - Tariffs, Taxes, and Trade Wars
Struggling with your used car operations? LotTalk is your go-to podcast for expert insights, real-world strategies, and industry trends that help automotive dealers maximize inventory turn, increase gross profit, and sell more cars—faster. Hosted by top industry pros, we break down the biggest challenges in used car management, from BDC and sales team communication to inventory sourcing, pricing strategies, and digital marketing. Whether you’re a dealer principal, GM, used car manager, or sales pro, LotTalk delivers actionable advice to keep you ahead of the competition. Tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts to stay ahead in the fast-moving world of used car retail! Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lottalkpodcast.com⁠
Tue, 11 Mar 2025
16 - AI and Video Are Reshaping Used Car Sales: What Every Dealer Needs to Do Right Now
AI and video aren't coming to the used car business — they're already here, and the dealerships using them are pulling away from the ones that aren't. In this episode we break down the power of video in dealership marketing, the smart AI strategies forward-thinking dealers are deploying today, and what every GM needs to do right now to stay relevant. For used car dealers, marketing leaders, and dealer principals ready to modernize. Subscribe at www.lottalkpodcast.com.
Tue, 04 Mar 2025
15 - Why the Car Buying Experience Still Disappoints — and the Tiny Tweaks That Flip It
The car buying experience is still broken at most dealerships — and the fixes are smaller than you think. In this episode we dig into why shoppers walk away frustrated, the tiny tweaks that transform your customer experience, and the key features every modern dealership needs to offer. Tactical walk-through of CX friction points, quick wins, and the process gaps most GMs haven't closed. For dealer principals, GMs, and CX-focused managers. Subscribe for weekly insights at www.lottalkpodcast.com.
Tue, 25 Feb 2025
14 - Your Virtual Lot Is Your New Showroom: How to Capture Every Online Used Car Shopper
If your online presentation is weaker than the lot next door, you've already lost the deal. In this episode we walk through how to boost your virtual lot, what used car shoppers are actually looking for online, and how to capture every customer who touches your inventory digitally. Covering: vehicle merchandising, online inventory presentation, and the details that separate high-converting virtual lots from the rest. For used car managers and digital retail leaders. Subscribe at www.lottalkpodcast.com.
Tue, 18 Feb 2025
13 - You Missed the Up Bus: Why 26% of Your Virtual Lot Visitors Leave Without a Response
26% of your virtual lot visitors leave without ever getting a response — and most GMs have no idea. In this episode we break down why dealerships are failing the online shopper, how to connect with customers on the virtual lot before your competition does, and the proven strategies top stores use to convert more online traffic into real deals. For dealer principals, BDC managers, and GMs who know digital retail isn't optional anymore. Subscribe at www.lottalkpodcast.com.
Tue, 04 Feb 2025
12 - The Leadership Dilemma
Struggling with your used car operations? LotTalk is your go-to podcast for expert insights, real-world strategies, and industry trends that help automotive dealers maximize inventory turn, increase gross profit, and sell more cars—faster. Hosted by top industry pros, we break down the biggest challenges in used car management, from BDC and sales team communication to inventory sourcing, pricing strategies, and digital marketing. Whether you’re a dealer principal, GM, used car manager, or sales pro, LotTalk delivers actionable advice to keep you ahead of the competition. Tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts to stay ahead in the fast-moving world of used car retail! Learn more at ⁠www.lottalkpodcast.com⁠
Tue, 14 Jan 2025
11 - Unlock Auction Success with Frank Knox: Vehicle Acquisition Strategies That Kill Aged Inventory
Vehicle acquisition is the hardest part of the used car business right now — and Frank Knox has been mastering it for decades. Frank joins LotTalk to break down auction buying strategies, how to kill aged inventory before it kills your gross, and the sourcing channels every dealer should be working. Packed with tactical insight on used car acquisition, auction discipline, and inventory turn. Must-listen for dealer principals, used car directors, and acquisition specialists. Subscribe at www.lottalkpodcast.com.
Tue, 07 Jan 2025
10 - Buy Right, Sell Fast: The Used Car Acquisition Playbook Every Dealer Needs
You can't sell your way out of a bad buy. In this episode we break down the used car acquisition playbook every dealer needs in today's market — how to buy right, sourcing strategies that still work when the market tightens, and the habits top operators use to turn used cars faster than the competition. For dealer principals, GMs, and used car managers responsible for what's coming onto the lot. Subscribe to LotTalk for weekly dealer strategy at www.lottalkpodcast.com.
Tue, 31 Dec 2024
9 - Fresh Car Secrets with Tommy Gibbs & Jasen Rice: What Top 1% Used Car Dealers Do Differently
Two of the most respected names in used car retailing join LotTalk to break down what the top 1% of dealers do differently with fresh car sales. Tommy Gibbs and Jasen Rice share the strategies, habits, and blind spots that separate great operators from average ones — secrets every salesman, sales manager, and dealer principal needs to know. Covering: fresh car velocity, pricing the first 30 days, and the discipline that compounds into real used car results. Don't miss this one. Subscribe at www.lottalkpodcast.com.
Tue, 24 Dec 2024
8 - The Pricing Mistake Losing You Every Deal. Smart Used Car Pricing and Customer Communication
Price isn't a number — it's a conversation. In this episode we break down the pricing mistake costing used car dealers deals every day, how to communicate price to today's payment-focused buyer, and the strategies top-performing stores use to protect gross in a compressed market. Covering: used car pricing psychology, customer communication, and the process most dealerships are skipping. For dealer principals, GMs, and sales managers who want to win on value, not just on price. New episodes weekly at www.lottalkpodcast.com.
Tue, 17 Dec 2024
7 - Mastering BDC and Lead Management Ft. The CRM Queen Stacey Ellison
Struggling with your used car operations? LotTalk is your go-to podcast for expert insights, real-world strategies, and industry trends that help automotive dealers maximize inventory turn, increase gross profit, and sell more cars—faster. Hosted by top industry pros, we break down the biggest challenges in used car management, from BDC and sales team communication to inventory sourcing, pricing strategies, and digital marketing. Whether you’re a dealer principal, GM, used car manager, or sales pro, LotTalk delivers actionable advice to keep you ahead of the competition. Tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts to stay ahead in the fast-moving world of used car retail! Learn more at ⁠www.lottalkpodcast.com⁠
Tue, 10 Dec 2024
6 - Does Your Bucket Have a Hole? The #1 Leak Draining Used Car Gross Profit
You can't fill a bucket with a hole in it — and most used car dealerships have at least three. In this episode we walk through the biggest leaks draining gross profit: aged inventory, broken shopper follow-up, and reactive pricing. You'll hear why 15 days is the new 30 in today's retail environment, how to master bucket management, and the shifting shopper behavior trends every dealer needs to understand. Tactical playbook for dealer principals and used car managers. Listen and subscribe at www.lottalkpodcast.com.
Tue, 03 Dec 2024
5 - Tuesday Is the New Saturday: How Elite Used Car Dealers Feast on Weekday Leads
What if your biggest used car sales day isn't the weekend anymore? In this episode we break down why Tuesday has quietly become the highest-intent lead day at most dealerships, how elite operators structure their week to feast on weekday activity, and the work ethic habits that built success coming out of the COVID era. For used car sales managers, BDC leaders, and dealership owners rethinking how their team spends the week. Subscribe to LotTalk at www.lottalkpodcast.com for weekly automotive strategy.
Tue, 26 Nov 2024
4 - 'Set It and Forget It' Is Killing Your Used Car Gross: The Inventory Diagnosis Most Dealers Miss
Most dealerships treat used car inventory like a slow cooker — stock it, set the price, walk away. In this episode we diagnose why 'set it and forget it' inventory management is quietly draining gross profit every week, the red flags most GMs miss, and the weekly used car inventory habits that separate top-performing dealerships from the rest. Covering: inventory diagnosis, repricing cadence, and the process audit every dealer should run this month. New episodes of LotTalk every week at www.lottalkpodcast.com.
Tue, 19 Nov 2024
3 - The Blind Leading the Blind
Most dealership managers are coaching their teams on gut feel, not data — and their salespeople are paying the price. This episode breaks down the daily game plan every sales manager should run, why time management is the #1 skill dealers overlook, and how to master your virtual lot to win customers before they ever walk in. Tactical insights for dealer principals, GMs, and sales managers who want to stop leading blind. Listen and subscribe at www.lottalkpodcast.com — and check out LotWalk by Lotpop to put discipline into your daily used car process.
Tue, 12 Nov 2024
2 - Why Your Best Salespeople Keep Quitting. The Sales Manager Mistake Killing Retention
Good salespeople aren't hard to find — they're hard to keep. In this episode we dig into why dealerships are hemorrhaging top sales talent and why the problem almost always starts with the sales manager, not the pay plan. You'll hear how manager behavior shapes customer experience, why retention is a culture issue before it's a money issue, and what dealer principals and GMs can change this week to stop the revolving door. For used car dealers, dealership GMs, and sales managers serious about building a team that lasts. Subscribe at www.lottalkpodcast.com.
Tue, 05 Nov 2024
1 - The Easy Money Era Is Over: How Used Car Dealers Survive a Shopper-Scarce Market
The post-pandemic used car market isn't coming back — and dealers still running the 2021 playbook are getting left behind. In this episode we break down what's changed, why 'shooting fish in a barrel' is no longer a strategy, and what used car dealers, GMs, and sales managers need to do right now to adapt to a shopper-scarce market. Covering: demand shifts, used car inventory strategy in a slower environment, and the mindset change that separates dealerships that grow from dealerships that blame the market. New to LotTalk? Subscribe for weekly tactical insights from the Lotpop Performance Engineers at www.lottalkpodcast.com.
Fri, 01 Nov 2024

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