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Car Dealer Podcast

Car Dealer
Electric Vehicles
Autotrader
Automotive Industry
Cazoo
Jaguar
Carwow
Used Cars
Used Car Market
Stellantis
Chinese Car Manufacturers
ZEV Mandate
Chinese Car Brands
UK Automotive Industry
Tesla
Car Dealer Live
Ford
FCA
Jaguar Land Rover
Motorway
BYD

The team from Car Dealer talk about the latest news and interviews in this regular podcast, sponsored by Autotrader.

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Latest Episodes

Nominate yourself for a Used Car Award (Nominations close Monday 28th September)

Weekly Briefing: I’ve driven 10 different Chinese cars this week – and learned a lot

Mercedes owner hit with £43,700 engine quote after catastrophic failure at 48,000 ... more

Unreasonable car buyer customer behaviour ‘has got worse’, reveals Car Dealer Trust Survey

‘Survival of the fittest’: Aion UK boss predicts brutal shake-up for car industry

Weekly Briefing: Why we’re all seeing more angry used car buyers

With used car margins under pressure, finding extra profit is becoming harder — but that doesn't mean the opportunities have disappeared.

In this special Car Dealer Podcast for Profit Clinic Week, James Batchelor speaks to Dealer Auction, Autoglym, W... more

UPDATED: JLR confirms 4,000 jobs to be axed as part of £1.7bn cost-saving drive

Car dealer Lookers opens flagship Omoda and Jaecoo dealership in Battersea

Weekly Briefing: Why going behind the scenes of a Chinese car dealership worried me

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Recent Guests

Jason Sibes
Sales Director
Dealer Auction
Episode: Where car dealers are leaving money on the table
Anna Holdsworth
Global Head of Paint Protection
Autoglym
Episode: Where car dealers are leaving money on the table
Phil Miskeli-Wise
OEM and Corporate Sales Director
Warranty Solutions Group
Episode: Where car dealers are leaving money on the table
Richard Norris
From used EV dealer Drive Green
Drive Green
Episode: JLR to lay off 4,000 people, Jaecoo takes over Lookers Battersea, and we spend the day in a Chinese car dealer – with Richard Norris, episode 274
Joel Combes
From Logistics, runs a legal helpline for the motor trade
Logistics
Episode: Does new reg day still matter, HMRC names and shames minimum wage breaches, and why one dealer has taken over an Aldi – with Joel Combes, episode 273
Peter Smyth
Director of Swanswick/Swansway Group, industry veteran
Swansway Group
Episode: Dealer acquisitions market is most difficult for 10 years, Omoda Jaecoo come under warranty criticism, and Government could soften ZEV targets - with Peter Smyth, episode 271
Jon Mathers
CEO of Unity Automotive Group
Unity Automotive Group
Episode: Jaecoo sales overtake Land Rover, 'runaway' I-Pace scammer cost JLR £50m, and is your used car business quiet this summer? – with Jon Mathers, episode 269
George Manning
Part of Hilton Garage family, Derbyshire-based used car supermarket
Hilton Garage
Episode: The AI Revolution: Car dealers reveal how AI is reshaping their businesses – Part 2
Michael Bell
CEO of Available Car, major used car supermarket
Available Car
Episode: The AI Revolution: Car dealers reveal how AI is reshaping their businesses – Part 2

Hosts

John Ray
Host of the Car Dealer Podcast, with long-running involvement in automotive coverage and dealer-focused storytelling.
James Baggott
Host and prominent figure in motor trade media, often guiding conversations and guest introductions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • Episode Twodoubletutu

    I listen to many podcasts, but I am almost as religious with the CarDealer as I am with the Archers (I never ever miss an episode of the everyday story of country folk). On a few occasions, I have been moved to send you a comment, generally an adulation. Most recently, you were late back from your jollies and I was wondering if you were okay or being held by customs with

    a non-compliant Jimney Cricket. But never quite get there, why do you think that is JJ? Well, super heinouser than enforced ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jrfurank
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Can't use since the MA4 file type change...

    Great Pod but why change from MP3 to MA4?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Harveyfrogboy
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Stories are good

    Used to be better, spends most of the podcast talking to the guest these days, my advise would be fast forward to halfway or the last 1/3 if you want to get to the stories. If they spent more time on stories it would be a great podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wobbles1
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Infuriating Batch

    Batch needs to learn how to string a sentence together before doing a podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Beano 123
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Awkward at times

    The thing that saves the show is the industry guests that come on. However so often they don’t get a chance to speak and are left to quietly sit in the background while the hosts rabbit on. I really want to hear from them to be honest. A great opportunity missed.

    I feel for Beck. She’s been tirelessly doing her best to host the show but is clearly uncomfortable behind the mic. I actually feel uncomfortable when she speaks to a guest. You may want to look at shaking things up.

    Finally the sound... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Tan.k
    United Kingdom5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Balance between host banter and guest time is a common point of feedback.
Guests are consistently industry-focused and credible.
Listeners praise practical, story-led insights from dealers and experts.
The show's industry guests are a strong draw for sponsorships.
Sound quality and pacing get uneven feedback.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Mistaken identity causes bad review nightmare, dealers could be banned from washing cars, and should we reform the consumer rights act? – with Jamie Caple, episode 270
Q: Jamie, what do you think about the Consumer Rights Act and its applicability to the motor trade?
Jamie argues that CRA 2015 is overly broad and not fit for purpose for used cars, suggesting the industry needs a licensing approach for dodgy traders and a more nuanced framework similar to US lemon laws to account for age, mileage, and condition.
Autotrader tweaks price flags, Luscombes shares bonus with employees, and is the stock market the best place for car dealers? – with Ian Plummer, episode 268
Q: When will we see these changes take place?
Timelines depend on ongoing A-B testing results; if tests show strong performance, rollout could accelerate, but there is no fixed date yet and all communications will be shared transparently with customers.
Autotrader tweaks price flags, Luscombes shares bonus with employees, and is the stock market the best place for car dealers? – with Ian Plummer, episode 268
Q: Tell me what's going on with price flags and price indicators.
Ian explains that Autotrader is listening to retailers and customers, rolling out Deal Builder, and testing price indicators with clear emphasis on transparency and retailer-friendly refinements, aiming to find a balance between consumer value and retailer needs.
The AI Revolution: Will it change the motor trade forever? – Part 1
Q: Will AI in showrooms eventually replace human roles entirely?
No, although many tasks can be automated, the human touch in sales and service remains critical; AI serves as a force multiplier rather than a complete replacement.
The AI Revolution: Will it change the motor trade forever? – Part 1
Q: What does the future of AI in motor retail look like from your perspective, Tom?
AI will drive efficiency and enable smarter decisions, but customer service and trust remain essential; AI will automate routine tasks and enhance decision-making while humans focus on value-added interactions.

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What is Car Dealer Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively show centered on automotive retail news, market shifts, and practical dealer storytelling. Episodes frequently tackle regulatory debates, AI and automation in dealerships, stock sourcing, and consumer-facing strategies, often anchored by veteran hosts with deep industry ties and a slate of high-profile automotive guests. Noteworthy elements include candid banter between hosts, hands-on case studies from dealers of varying sizes, and a strong emphasis on how technology, data, and media presence shape day-to-day decisions in car retail. The format tends to mix sharp takes on current events with actionable insights for dealers, sponsorships, and media opportunities alike.

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Recent guests on Car Dealer Podcast include:

1. Jason Sibes
2. Anna Holdsworth
3. Phil Miskeli-Wise
4. Richard Norris
5. Joel Combes
6. Peter Smyth
7. Jon Mathers
8. George Manning

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