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"On the Drive" is a podcast hosted by Cindy Lawrence, the driving force behind At Your Service- Drive. It caters to both automotive professionals and enthusiasts, offering engaging segments featuring tribal knowledge, entertaining stories, inspiring success narratives, game-changing best practices, and special spotlights on women in the industry. The podcast promises to be an immersive experience, blending entertainment and education to keep listeners hooked on the high-revving and heart-pounding pulse of the service drive. It invites listeners to subscribe on platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or their preferred platform for a ride filled with laughter, knowledge, and a deeper understanding of life on the drive.
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CARES stands for Community, Animals, and Reefs through Education and Support Service isn’t just cars, it’s people. Service isn’t just people, it’s every living thing. Everything alive starts with water. Because love has legs, wings, and sometimes scales. Because CARES isn’t just what we do — CARES is who we are. Welcome to On The Drive CARES — where service moves beyond the drive and into the world. On The Drive Solutions exists to support dealerships, vendors, and teams — while also pr...
Not all lot damage is created equal. Some damage is dealership-caused, some isn’, and within both categories, there’s damage a customer is aware of and damage they aren’t. In this episode, we walk through real-world service-lane scenarios, explain how misunderstandings happen, and discuss how customers sometimes leverage gray areas to seek free repairs. This is a must-listen for advisors, managers, and anyone navigating accountability in fixed ops.
She’s back again—and this time, I’m learning directly from the master. In this episode, Linda Barnette shares her powerful approach to building genuine connections, not just introductions. Linda reminds us that real success begins when we take the time to learn about others, understand their needs, and move forward with a true intention to help. When your starting point is generosity, the return is always greater than what you give. We also dive into a common pitfall in networking: when peopl...
Eddie Campbell has been woven into the automotive world for decades. Most of those years were spent where he belonged — in service — the heart of the dealership. That’s where “Eddie in Service” was born, built on his servant’s heart and his natural instinct to help people, not for show, but because it’s who he is. Whether he was leading advisors, lifting up techs, or — in these last few months — stepping into the role of General Manager, Eddie did what Eddie always does: He built teams. He ...
Buckle up—because getting in the door is just the beginning! 🚗💨 In this episode, Cindy Lawrence sits down again with industry powerhouse Linda Barnette to talk about reaching the unreachable and turning tough objections into open roads. Together, they dive into the art of asking the right questions, setting the stage for a successful meeting, and presenting in a way that helps you win the deal. From overcoming roadblocks to fueling conversations that matter, this is your service-drive playboo...
This week, Steve Schau joins Cindy to unpack how Fast Digital's QR-code menus, and e-business cards remove friction on the service drive 👉 Special Giveaway Alert! Steve is giving away 50 FREE e-business cards each powered with a custom landing page. The first 100 listeners who sign up will be entered into a special drawing—50 winners out of 100 entries. Do you feel lucky? Plus, Steve announces the launch of ServiceAdvisor.com, a new LinkedIn-style platform exclusively built for and used by au...
Not all road hazard protection is created equal—and the fine print can make or break your wallet. In this episode of On The Drive with Cindy Lawrence, we break down the differences between road hazard coverage and car insurance claims. From repair vs. replacement policies, to where coverage is honored, to why pricing with installation and protection matters—details are everything. We’ll also spotlight the big players like Dealer Tire and Tire Rack, who are helping dealerships turn tire progra...
This episode of On The Drive with Cindy Lawrence comes to you poolside from the Hyatt Centric in Key West—just steps from Mallory Square, where the crowd gathers each evening to cheer the sunset. We’re here for the second annual Steve Shaw Leadership Event, better known as his “Grateful Tour.” This isn’t your typical retreat. Steve brought together the people who’ve shaped his journey—his very first customer who came in from Mexico and out of retirement, current fixed ops directors, his famil...
🎧 Some people close deals. Others change the game entirely. In this episode of On The Drive with Cindy Lawrence, meet the powerhouse behind some of the nation’s most successful dealership transformations—Linda Barnette. From high-stakes sales training rooms to the strategic table of mergers and acquisitions, and all the way to the concrete foundation of new dealership builds, Linda’s career has spanned it all. But ask her the real secret? It’s not about a flashy pitch or the bottom line—it’s ...
This week on On The Drive with Cindy Lawrence, we’re jumping headfirst into another real-world convo about one of the industry’s biggest concerns: technician shortages. What do you say when someone asks, "So, what do you do?" while waiting in line for a drink? Well, if you're in fixed ops, the answer might come with a side of exhaustion and a shot of truth. Veteran techs are hanging up their wrenches, worn down by ever-changing technology and the toll it takes on their bodies. Meanwhile, youn...
And fittingly, this episode drops on August 5th—the same day Bertha rode into the early morning light to change history. 🌅 Don’t miss this ride through time, innovation, and unstoppable determination! Picture this: it’s August 5, 1888. At dawn, Bertha Benz, 39 years old and fueled by fierce determination, quietly rolls her husband’s Benz Patent-Motorwagen out of their Mannheim home. With her teenage sons Richard (15) and Eugen (13), she launches a secret mission—no permission, no roads, no ...
🎙️In this episode of On The Drive with Cindy Lawrence, we dive into the question everyone in automotive is starting to ask: Is it real or is it AI? 🤔 Thuy from MIA joins us to talk about how their true conversational AI is transforming dealership sales and service—especially in BDCs and campus-store environments. MIA is not decision-tree based like so many others. It listens, responds, and engages like a real person—holding full conversations that drive results. 🤖🚗 We discuss how MIA is helpi...
🎧 Some people close deals. Others change the game entirely. In this episode of On The Drive with Cindy Lawrence, meet the powerhouse behind some of the nation’s most successful dealership transformations—Linda Barnette. From high-stakes sales training rooms to the strategic table of mergers and acquisitions, and all the way to the concrete foundation of new dealership builds, Linda’s career has spanned it all. But ask her the real secret? It’s not about a flashy pitch or the bottom line—it’s ...
🎙️In this episode of On The Drive with Cindy Lawrence, I chat with the amazing Katy Wolda about the DISC personality model—a powerful tool that helps you connect better with customers and teammates, whether you're managing up, down, or across the service drive. 🚗🛠️ Originally developed by psychologist William Moulton Marston (who also created Wonder Woman! 🦸♀️), DISC breaks down personalities into four main types: D – Dominance 💼: Direct, decisive, loves efficiency. Keep it short and factual...
Dave Rodgers returns to talk about the double-edged sword of chasing metrics. While goals are critical for training and maintaining team performance, too much focus on the numbers can lead to shortcuts, misaligned priorities, and bad behavior. Together, we explore how reports should guide your attention—not define your success. Just like in football, the game is often won in inches. Tune in for real talk on balance, leadership, and the mindset it takes to train to maintain. ✨ Love what you he...
This week on On The Drive with Cindy Lawrence, we sit down with Christy Cartaya, Vice President of Marketing and Brand Management at The Collection in Miami. Christy shares her unexpected journey from the fast-paced world of marketing into the elite tier of automotive retail—where brands like Ferrari, Audi, Porsche, and McLaren are part of her daily landscape. What started as a twist of fate turned into a remarkable career, and today, Christy leads a powerhouse team at one of the most prestig...
From fried wires (thanks, neighborhood squirrels 🐿️) to those “oops” repairs that don’t quite fit the warranty box, Cindy and Dave break down when dealerships step up—even if the coverage technically doesn’t. Whether it’s a split bill, a friendly favor, or a behind-the-scenes push from your advisor, this episode reminds us that a loyal customer, a good attitude, and a weird accident can still earn you some love. 🔧 Under the Hood This Week: What qualifies as goodwill (hint: it’s not magic—it’s...
In this unforgettable true story, Cindy takes us back to her early 20s, working in a high-end automotive accessory shop where cash was common, characters were colorful, and one day… danger walked through the door. When three suspicious men entered the store and tension filled the air, Cindy’s instincts kicked in. No transaction. No words. Just the weight of a moment — and a single code word: “Pineapple.” It wasn’t just a safe word. It was a lifeline. Featuring the mysterious Mr. G (yes, he ca...
In this fun, fast-paced episode of On The Drive, I sit down with my good friend, fellow Delray Beach neighbor, and fellow podcaster Carolina Rush—a woman who’s bought over 20 cars and has the stories to prove it. We chat about the real-deal relationship between customers and service advisors, the value of kindness, and how just saying thank you can be the best tip of all. Carolina shares a hilarious and eye-opening moment at a Jeep dealership involving a broken radio, a backup camera, and a s...
In this episode of On The Drive with Cindy Lawrence, I sit down with automotive expert Dave Rogers to bust some of the most common maintenance myths. We dive into why earlier is better when it comes to service intervals—and how pushing it too far can cost you more in the long run. We break down the conventional vs synthetic oil debate, including how some synthetic oils are thinner than cooking oil (yep, you read that right). What about those “lifetime fluids”? Dave asks the million-dollar que...
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