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Auto Care ON AIR

Auto Care Association

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"Auto Care ON AIR" is a candid podcast dedicated to exploring the most relevant topics within the auto care industry. Each episode features insightful discussions with leading experts and prominent industry figures. Our content is thoughtfully divided into four distinct shows to cover four different categories of topics, ensuring collective professional growth and a comprehensive understanding of the auto care industry. The Driver's Seat: Navigating Business and the Journey of Leadership To ...
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CAT Chats Cars

CAT Driver Training

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My time in the motor industry has brought many interesting and lovely people into my life - many are acquaintances and friends. It’s time to share their passion and life stories.
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Professional Motor Mechanic

Hamerville Media Group

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The Professional Motor Mechanic (PMM) Podcast, hosted by PMM magazine editor Kieran Nee, is here to take news and industry updates into the ears of garage owners, technicians and aftermarket professionals (and car enthusiasts, why not?!) The PMM team – which produces a magazine read by nearly 60,000 independent UK garage technicians every month – is in prime position to discuss the topics and issues which effect the workshop floor. Topics we cover in the Podcast include supply chain shortage ...
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In the Porsche Podcast, we dive into the world of Porsche together. We will get to know the myth of the brand, talk about innovations and products - and above all about the people behind them. Host Sebastian Rudolph is vice president communications, sustainability and politics at Porsche. In every podcast episode he welcomes two guests - from the world of Porsche, but also beyond. Do you have any questions or suggestions? Then write to us at: [email protected] Legal notice: www.newsroom.por ...
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The Baboom Baboom Podcast covers all things car and home audio, offering expert tips and wiring solutions for DIY enthusiasts. Tune in to learn how to optimize your sound systems and wiring setups both at home and on the road.
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Your Career with Todd Bermont

Lone Star Community Radio

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Noted author of 10 Insider Secrets to a Winning Job Search and Cognitive Selling, and Founder of TCC Learning LLC (www.tcclearning.com), Todd Bermont’s mission with Your Career Radio and his courseware program, The Careers College is to positively impact people’s lives by giving them the education, tools, and resources needed to land the ideal job. Whether people are out of work or hate their job, it negatively impacts every aspect of their life. With his books, seminars, courseware, and rad ...
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Here's a dude who's spent his entire life talking to little guys on his knee, but now he's chatting with some amazing folks he can't actually stuff in a box. Guests are from all walks of life, and they've become masters at their chosen profession, each with their own 10,000 hours of experience and a lifetime of dedication to whatever they do. The person may or may not be famous, but you'll find out what drives them, but also what they did when they almost didn't "make it." Hear about the tim ...
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Are you struggling and living paycheck to paycheck? Is your auto, credit card, student loan or other debts keeping you from achieving the financial success you desire? If so, the Thriving Financially Podcast with Dr. Thrift is here to help you with the knowledge and motivation you need to improve your financial life. If you are drowning in a sea of debt, let Dr. Thrift pull you up, drag you to shore and send your financial problems on a permanent vacation.
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"Locksmith Lounge with Louie" is a venture born from a passion to support both new and seasoned professionals in various fields, providing a hub for valuable information, compelling stories, and insights from experienced professionals in our community. We hope you enjoy, and look forward to bringing you more engaging content from the "Locksmith Lounge with Louie".
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Simple on Purpose | Intentional Living and Parenting

Shawna Scafe, Professional Counsellor

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When the clutter, motherhood, relationships, and life seem too overwhelming. When you have resentment and frustration every day – this is a sign you have been living on auto-pilot- letting life happen to you instead of living it ON PURPOSE. I’ve been there. Three kids under 4 and I decided to declutter my home and realized I was living my whole life on autopilot. I wanted more. I wanted to take action, be more present, have more fun! Enjoy my kids! I’m Shawna, You might know me as your Nerdy ...
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Ever feel the sting of “not good enough” right when you need to step up? In this episode we open up about insecurities that stall careers: fear of being judged, comparison traps, and the myth that leaders must know everything. With Stefan Feder of AUMOVIO and Dwayne Myers of Dynamic Automotive, we trade real stories from mentorship circles and shop…
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Big deals need the right room, the right timing, and the right people and Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW) sets the stage. Host, Jacki Lutz, sat down with our Director of Trade Shows, Jessica Finnerty, and our Sr. Director of Meetings and Events, Leah Jones, to pull back the curtain on how HDAW actually works: a sold‑out show floor, targeted one‑…
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Engines came apart. Confidence came together. We brought a brand-new student engine rebuild competition to AAPEX and watched teams tear down and reassemble small block V8s in front of a live crowd, with instructors coaching from the sidelines and shop owners scouting future hires. The stakes were real, the pressure was high, and a high school team …
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Ever wondered who actually turns supplier strategy into real shelf space and steady sell-through? Host, Jacki Lutz, rides shotgun with two veteran manufacturer’s reps, Brad Baker, Senior Vice President at Bill Murray and Associates, and Darrell Wade, Senior Director of Organic Growth for N.A. Williams, who explain how agencies power growth across r…
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Crash. A curse word we all try to avoid in the car community. This week, Shift boldly peels off the Band-Aid and confronts the topic head-on, reflecting on and from his scary accident in his first car as a 17-year-old to the numerous close calls while coaching clients on track this year. Shift criticizes and examines today’s social media landscape …
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According to many, the future of driving is driverless. In the meantime, however, cars feature an assembly of aids which assist drivers to a greater or lesser degree. However, without correct calibration in the workshop, ADAS can’t function correctly. In this episode, PMM speaks to A1 ADAS’ Iain Molloy to find out more. This episode is sponsored by…
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Hydrogen isn’t waiting for someday. It’s already moving freight, carrying riders through winter, and powering the equipment that keeps cities running. We sit down with Christa Harrison of BNG Clean Fuel Corporation to unpack where hydrogen works now, what’s changing fast, and how fleets can navigate costs, infrastructure, and performance with clear…
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A year can change the ground under your feet. We sit down with AIA Canada’s President and CEO, JF Champagne and their VP of Government Relations, Emily Holtby to unpack how Canada moved from talk to traction on Right to Repair, why Quebec’s new consumer-backed law is a true milestone, and what it will take to scale those gains nationally with real …
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The SERMI scheme is finally coming to the UK, so what’s it all about? The IGA’s Jon Douglass tells PMM everything garages need to know about how it can help your business. The scheme enables garages to access security information from the vehicle manufacturers via a single portal. Will you be signing up? This episode is sponsored by Wynn's…
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Back by popular demand, Jacki Lutz brings Zenata Perez and Andrew Steczo back together for an encore on small talk that actually leads somewhere: reading the room, using humor without crossing the line, and turning short chats at crowded events into focused follow-up that moves the relationship forward. They start with situational awareness and tim…
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What does it take to stitch 100 years of history into a modern, culture-first powerhouse that most consumers will never recognize on a label? Behzad Rassuli sits down with Highline Warren CEO Darcy Curran to explore how a quiet partner can produce 200 million gallons a year, own a national distribution footprint, and still choose to let the custome…
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As the perspective gradually shifts, our beloved pro-driver and performance driving instructor, Shift, opens up about how he first associated cars with masculinity as a kid, his process of discovering the truth behind gender roles and expectations as a young car enthusiast, the candid conversations with his previous partners/dates about the link be…
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Engines keep evolving; our service model must evolve faster. From the AAPEX floor in Las Vegas, we sit down with leaders shaping the next decade of repair to unpack a simple truth: customers don’t care which channel fixes their vehicles—they care that someone skilled, trusted, and nearby can. That’s why collaboration between OEMs and the independen…
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Curiosity isn’t a buzzword here; it’s the operating system. We start on the media side of the aftermarket with a candid look at how asking better questions... why, how, and so what... turns complex topics like AI, EVs, and ADAS into clear direction for shops, jobbers, and distributors. When leaders translate without jargon, trust grows. And in a wo…
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What if warranty approvals took hours instead of days, your bay handled most ADAS calibrations without a remodel, and market chaos actually expanded your margins? From the AAPEX show floor, Auto Care ON AIR hosts sit down with three leaders who are reshaping how shops work, sell, and keep drivers safe. First, Jill Trotta explains how OneGuard’s pri…
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Recorded from the AAPEX show floor, this episode features Jonathan Larsen, VP of Digital Products & Standards at the Auto Care Association, and Eric Lough, VP of Catalog & Partner Integrations at NexaMotion Group. They broke into the Auto Care ON AIR studio to talk about the AAPEX Show, leadership, and progress over perfection. Send us a text To le…
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Ever wonder why a light box can cost like a cinder block to ship? We pull back the curtain on parcel pricing with freight and parcel expert Mike Mc Donagh, exploring the real mechanics behind “demand season,” dimensional weight, and the stack of surcharges that quietly erode margins. From residential and additional handling to oversize and unauthor…
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PMM visits the IMI at their headquarters to chat to Emma Carrigy, head of research, careers and inclusion. Emma is behind the organisations statistical reports and in this episode she goes into great depths about what the automotive aftermarket looks like currently and what it needs to look like in the future to face the rapid technological advance…
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The media landscape is shifting fast, and the smartest brands aren’t just buying placements, they’re becoming broadcasters. We sit down with Simon Shelley, former BBC Studios leader and advisor to media and tech companies, to unpack how audience habits, platform formats, and funding models are changing what effective brand storytelling looks like. …
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This week, Shift reveals the disconnect between professional drivers/racing drivers and the mainstream media, why he decided to get on YouTube and other similar platforms, how social media fails to cultivate a constructive space for newcomers to learn about performance driving, the misrepresentation of good driving from car journalists and influenc…
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The studio glow-up set the mood: take something proven and make it feel new. That’s exactly where our conversation goes with Delaney and Andrew Kitching of GB Remanufacturing, two paths into the automotive aftermarket that prove this industry is more dynamic, tech-forward, and welcoming than most people expect. From a tech startup and influencer ma…
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What if your repair data actually told you what to do next? We sit down with Austin Ledgerwood, National Director of Sales and Insights at Motor Information Systems, to trace how messy service records become clean, standardized, decision-ready intelligence that changes pricing, warranty calls, stocking, and fleet strategy. From a Mountain Dew green…
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Headlines about a federal shutdown can feel distant until your parts sit at a port, your product launch hits a certification queue, or your customers hit pause on upgrades. We take a clear-eyed look at what a funding lapse really means for the automotive aftermarket and why even a moderate delay can magnify existing pressures from tariffs, EPR, and…
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In this episode, Shift reveals why he considered becoming a driving instructor, why the Porsche brand was crucial for his career breakthrough, the typical career challenges people face in the automotive industry, the specific tests leading up to his hire at the Porsche Experience Center (PECLA), hidden career possibilities for newcomers in the car …
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After an unexpected event forced Nate back into the car market, he found his dream car on the other side of the country. Listen in as Nate describes his wild plan to bring the car home to California. The Used Car Files is a community-driven podcast that sets out to shine a light on the unique perspectives and experiences that drive auto enthusiasts…
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Want to supercharge your career growth? The secret isn't working longer hours or waiting for someone to notice your hard work... it's about strategically creating your own opportunities. In this candid conversation with Matt Fowler of Pivotree and 2025 Auto Care Impact Award winner, Jon Clements of Experian Automotive, we dive deep into proven stra…
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A neutral ENSO pattern is about to disrupt your winter inventory planning. Are you ready? Former NASA meteorologist Rob Gutro joins Stacey Miller to explore how this winter's unique weather patterns will dramatically impact auto parts demand across different US regions. For the first time in 12 years, we're entering a neutral El Niño Southern Oscil…
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When you open that auto insurance renewal notice and see your premium has increased yet again, what factors are actually driving that change? In this eye-opening conversation, Michel Leonard, Chief Economist and Data Scientist at the Insurance Information Institute (III), takes us behind the scenes of how insurance rates are determined. Insurance m…
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What makes a customer choose your business over a competitor's? According to customer experience expert David Avrin, it's not just about quality or friendly service anymore, it's about being "ridiculously easy to do business with." The stakes have never been higher. As headlines show Salesforce cutting 4,000 customer service jobs in favor of AI and…
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When Scott was searching for his first 911 in 1998, he found a seller who was willing to sell him the car without him spending a dime. Listen in as we dive into Scott’s unexpected encounter. The Used Car Files is a community-driven podcast that sets out to shine a light on the unique perspectives and experiences that drive auto enthusiasts around t…
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Get ready for a complete unwrapping of the automotive aftermarket's premier event! In this engaging conversation, Mark Bogdansky, Vice President of Trade Shows & Community Engagement, and Ted Hughes, Senior Director of Community Engagement & Executive Director of AWDA, join host Jacki Lutz to reveal the most significant changes coming to AAPEX sinc…
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The relentless advancement of artificial intelligence is reshaping every industry, raising profound questions about the future of human work and creativity. What happens when technology doesn't just augment our capabilities but potentially replaces human intelligence itself? Mark W. Schaefer, globally recognized marketing authority and author of "A…
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Your car is generating valuable data every time you drive, but who owns that information and how can it benefit you? In this illuminating conversation, Alex Rawitz, founder of DIMO, reveals how his company is empowering drivers to take control of their vehicle data. For most of us, our cars represent a significant expense, about $8,000 annually bey…
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What makes collaboration truly effective? In this eye-opening conversation, the Auto Care Association team explores how physical spaces, team dynamics, and individual mindsets create environments where innovative ideas flourish. Step inside the Association's brand-new office space, purposefully designed with open concepts and glass walls to foster …
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When it comes to wiring your audio system, most people think gauge and material are everything—but what about stranding? In this episode, we unpack the often-overlooked difference between fine stranded and coarse stranded wire, and why this choice could make or break your installation. We’ll break down the pros and cons of each type in terms of: Fl…
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The collision repair industry is undergoing a seismic transformation. Gone are the days when fixing a car meant simply restoring metal and paint. Ryan Mandell, with over two decades of collision industry experience, reveals how today's vehicles demand an entirely new approach to repairs. "There's more lines of code in a modern vehicle than there wa…
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80% of fraudulent MOTs are down to so-called ghost MOTs – MOTs carried out without the vehicle even being present at the test station. We reported recently that the DVSA were trialling photo evidence as part of the MOT process in a bid to tackle this. Will it work? We spoke to MOT Juice’s Dave Long to find out. Find out more about the Rising Talent…
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Access to vehicle data sits at the heart of the automotive repair industry's future, yet many independent repair shops face growing barriers to the information they need. This eye-opening conversation between host, Stacey Miller, and her guest (and colleague) Mike Tanner, Director of Vehicle Technology and Innovation at the Auto Care Association, r…
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Messy wires ruining your home audio setup? In this episode, we share expert strategies to help you hide speaker and audio cables without sacrificing sound quality or style. Whether you’re working with a full surround sound system, a cozy stereo setup, or a high-end home theater, we cover practical and aesthetic solutions—from using cable raceways a…
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Have you ever wondered what race car drivers and automotive professionals could teach us about navigating career changes? At the iconic Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, we discovered that the winding roads of this legendary race mirror the twists and turns many of us face in our professional journeys. This episode brings together Rob Tinson of …
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What does it take to hear music exactly as the artist intended? In this episode, we explore how to set up the ultimate audiophile-grade listening room—from choosing the right space and optimizing acoustics to selecting high-quality equipment and placing your speakers for the best possible soundstage. Whether you’re just getting started or refining …
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The AI revolution isn't coming, it's already here, reshaping how businesses operate across every industry. In this enlightening conversation with Clyde Calhoun, founder and CEO of Root Idea, we dive deep into the practical realities of implementing artificial intelligence in today's business landscape. "This is a technology that can make you infini…
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Protect Your Home Audio System from Power Surges — Here’s How Investing in high-quality home audio gear is only the first step to achieving rich, immersive sound. But one electrical surge can wipe out your entire system in seconds. In this episode of the Baboom Baboom Podcast, we break down exactly how to protect your home audio equipment from volt…
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Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE! In this episode, Braxton is joined by Lee Locklear of Cutting Edge Solutions and Missy Stephens of the Auto Care Association. Missy recounts how a high scho…
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What separates those who achieve their goals from those who merely dream about them? In this illuminating conversation, Jacki Lutz brings together two remarkable individuals from vastly different worlds: Larry Pavey, former CEO of Federated Auto Parts Group, and Alex Weber, American Ninja Warrior competitor and host, to unpack the psychology and pr…
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Three iconic canyon photographers of the Angeles Crest Highway, Rami Garcia, Luis Sanchez, and Joseph Meadows, are in the studio this week to decode the secrets of the canyon photography ecosystem. In this full-length genuine conversation, Rami, Luis, and Joe share and analyze the entry points of their canyon photography journeys, location-scouting…
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Is your trailer brake system acting up? Whether you're towing heavy loads across states or heading out for a weekend adventure, reliable braking is non-negotiable. In this episode, we break down how to troubleshoot trailer brake issues—step by step. Learn how to spot and fix common electrical faults, test brake controllers, inspect magnets, verify …
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Switching Shop Management Systems isn't as hard as you think! Give Shop Controller a try HERE If your DVI isn't certified, you're losing customers! Get a FREE certification when you touch HERE! In this episode, Braxton Critcher sits down with Alan Kohler from Odyssey Battery. Alan breaks down the differences between traditional flooded lead-acid ba…
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Jerry Bender never set out to become a political advocate. As the Vice President of Midwest Wheel Companies, his journey from small-town Iowa to the halls of Congress reveals how ordinary industry professionals can make extraordinary impacts on critical policy issues. Growing up in Pleasantville, Iowa, a town of just 1,500 where his graduating clas…
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