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The official podcast of the Kentucky Automobile Dealers Association. Representing Kentucky's automobile dealers since 1938.
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We recently sat down with Dave Spencer and Zach Newsom of Vitu to discuss their National Title Exchange (NTX) and Interstate Digital Titling & Registration products. As you have seen and heard us communicate, Vitu is our endorsed vendor partner assisting with the move to electronic titling and registration in KY. Their team will be working directly with dealers to integrate this new KAVIS system, and it will be their interface that you utilize in your dealership. Which is why it's even more advantageous that you get started with Vitu now, as it's the same platform and login across all their programs. Tune in as we discuss how NTX & Interstate can significantly speed up and facilitate your titling and registration process today, both in-state and out-of-state.Learn how you can:Reduce the time it takes to get a vehicle front-line ready for retailDrastically reduce holding costs to make sure you’re getting the maximum amount of wholesale value in the most timely fashion Skip duplicate titles – get your digital title in 3 business days or lessObtain a digital title when you don't have a valid chain of custodyIncrease F&I product profitability 
We recently sat down with Steve Gates, owner of Gates Automotive Group, 2021 AIADA Chairman, 2021 Time Dealer of the Year KY Nominee, and member of the KADA Board of Directors—among various other titles.Tune in as we discuss:How the EV conversation has evolvedThe EPA's proposed requirements & how to reconcile themEV business plans and inventory across manufacturersThe battery sourcing situationCurrent political environment and legislators' positions
In this episode, we sat down to get to know our 2024 KADA Chairman David Moore, of Moore Automotive. Born and raised in Owensboro, David has been in the car business for 38 years, working in just about every position in the dealership, including washing cars at 15 years old. The Moore Automotive Group began in 1919 with David's grandfather and his stepbrothers. To this day, it is still a family business with David and his brothers, Don III and John, operating 12 franchises. In fact, Don III was KADA Chairman in 2011, and David's daughter, Kaitlyn Moore Cunningham, also works at the dealership.Tune in to learn more about your new KADA Chairman (like his 175-acre farm), and hear about his philosophy on managing a dealership, the future of the auto industry, and why it's such an incredible time to be a part of KADA.
We recently sat down with Stu Zalud, President of Strategic Partnerships at ACV Auctions, and Andrew Sweet, Vice President of ClearCar, one of ACV's network of brands.Tune in as we discuss:Sourcing cars directly from the consumer marketTrade-in leads and enhancing your trade-in processHow to maximize your used car purchasing opportunitiesThe latest in car valuation and inspection technologyHow to maximize your digital real estate
As 2023 comes to a close, we sat down for a year-end review with KADA Chairman Joe Cummins of Don Franklin Auto Group.Tune in as we discuss:2023 General Session highlights Meetings at the Capitol and with legislatorsElectronic titling and registrationEVs and current issues affecting our industryThe upcoming General SessionKADET
We recently sat down with one of our podcast favorites, Kevin Tynan of Bloomberg Intelligence, for a special episode filmed live at our ATAE Communications & Public Relations Meeting in Louisville. Listen in as Kevin chats about what he learned at the recent SEMA and AAPEX shows in Vegas. The Specialty Equipment Manufacturer’s Association Show (SEMA) and the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) bring together the global community of auto parts & technology suppliers, distributors, and retailers. He shares his insights about what's going on/trending this very minute in automotive.As EVs continue to make headlines, he's talking EV mandates and demand/profit, as well as the potential shift to hybrids and plug-ins. He's also emphasizing the massive market for trucks and consumer demand for customization. Make sure you tune in as he also talks about the trending focus on software packages/systems.
We recently sat down with KADA Chairman Joe Cummins of Don Franklin Auto Group to briefly chat about our upcoming District Meetings.Listen to hear why it's so important to attend and make personal connections with your legislators. These meetings are also an opportunity to understand what issues are affecting our industry, learn more about the association, and engage with your fellow dealers.
We recently sat down with Kevin Tynan of Bloomberg Intelligence to talk about the United Auto Workers Strike. Listen to hear what Kevin thinks about where the strike stands, where it's going and how it is going to affect our industry and your business. We're talking inventory, supply chain, EVs, wages and more.
We recently sat down with Scott Pechstein, SVP of Business Development at Digital Air Strike, a new KADA Preferred Partner.Digital Air Strike provides digital marketing, reputation management, AI chat, and patented lead response technology solutions that enable dealers to attract, convert, and retain more customers.Listen as we chat about all the capabilities that Digital Air Strike can offer your dealership, filling in the gaps left by COVID, co-op dollars, processes and more.
We recently sat down with Dave Spencer and Doug Pillow of Vitu, and LT Slater of CHAMPtitles.Together, they comprise the team that is working to bring electronic titling and registration to the dealers of Kentucky. Vitu is an expert in electronic titling and registration nationwide, and it is their interface dealers will use at the dealership. CHAMPtitles is a software development company that is working directly with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to ensure all dealer information is transferred correctly. Through their partnership, these seamless electronic transactions will be possible.Listen as we chat about what this entire process looks like now, where it's headed, and what this means for you at your dealership.
We sat down to chat about everything you can expect at our 76th Annual Convention at The Greenbrier, coming up in less than two weeks! We talk agenda, speakers, our 85th birthday party and more. Tune in to make sure you're ready for all the fun that's ahead! 
A new KADA Preferred Partner, RockED is a cutting-edge Performance Development Application that utilizes mini learning lessons from automotive retail experts across the industry, all from the touch of your phone.The mobile learning platform allows your dealership staff access to a constantly updated library of 90-120 second videos covering various aspects of the automotive business, including sales techniques, customer service, product knowledge, and industry trends.With only about 5 minutes a day, you can empower your team with the tools they need to excel in their field. Listen to learn more about how you can turn your dealership staff into customer-centric, high performers with RockED's fast and easy program.
We recently sat down with Brad Geren of Dealer Performance Group and Paul Harper of Pulse Protects to discuss Pulse braking technology. Pulse is a rear-end collision avoidance system that pulses your third brake light when you press the brake pedal, increasing the reaction time of the driver behind you. Studies show that this one extra second of reaction time can prevent 90% of rear-end collisions. Listen to learn more about this safe and profitable new technology, and how KADA Preferred Partner Dealer Performance Group can help get this installed at your dealership.
In this episode, we sit down with our 2023 KADA Chairman, Joe Cummins!Joe is the General Manager at Don Franklin Chevrolet Buick GMC in Somerset, part of the Don Franklin Auto Group family. Born into the car business, he has worked in just about every position in the dealership over his 50 years in the industry. Joe has been an active member in our Executive Committee for 4 years now, and his dedication and commitment to the car business and community will undoubtedly lead us to great things in 2023.Listen to learn more about your new KADA Chairman! 
In this episode we sit down with KY Transportation Secretary Jim Gray. Listen as we talk about the million dollar EV Infrastructure Plan in Kentucky, the rollout and what it will look like in the coming years. Listen to hear Secretary Gray explain more about the plan, the challenges it faces and the revolutionary shift taking place. With the Transportation Cabinet projecting that in Kentucky by 2045, 58% of new-vehicle sales will be electric vehicles, the details of this plan are essential to the KY dealer body. 
We sit down with U.S. Representative Thomas Massie who represents Kentucky's 4th District which stretches across Northern Kentucky and 280 miles of the Ohio River.  We talk all things EV, including Representative Massie's personal experience owning a Tesla. Listen as we discuss charging stations, adoption rate projections, Ford’s EV program announcement, electricity usage/power grid, and more. 
Recently we sat down with Stuart Ferguson, Managing Partner of the Underwriter's Group, ADMIC (Automobile Dealers Management Insurance Agency).  A KADA Preferred Partner, ADMIC is an insurance company that offers a workers' compensation program with a number of impressive benefits, including that it is owned directly by dealers.  Listen as we talk return to work and why it’s important, the benefits you could receive from ADMIC's recent partnership with KEMI (Kentucky Employers’ Mutual Insurance), cyber insurance and more.
We sat down with Jamie Hasty of SESCO Management, a new resource offered exclusively to you as a KADA member for no additional charge. SESCO Management offers professional human resource management consulting services and has a rich history in working with auto dealers across the country. As a KADA member, you have unlimited email and phone access to SESCO for any HR questions or needs. Whether you’re a small dealership under 50 employees or have over 500 employees, SESCO can be an incredible resource for you. They provide knowledge and expertise regarding labor market changes and trends, regulatory updates, company policy and culture, and more. We encourage you to take advantage of this incredible member benefit.
In this episode we sit down with Jim Fitzpatrick of CBT News. Listen as we discuss how to nurture our industry, things we should be looking out for, breaking the current sales model, taking care of your customers, and much more.
In this episode we sit down with Chris Cleveland, Co-founder and CEO of ComplyAuto, one of KADA's newest Preferred Partners.  As you have seen in our Winter is Coming series, we have been working to provide you with materials to help your dealership plan and implement the necessary policies and procedures required by the FTC’s amended Safeguards Rule that go into effect December 9, 2022. ComplyAuto has partnered with NADA and 30 other states across the U.S. to automate the complexities of these new regulations and offer a comprehensive set of privacy and cybersecurity tools to let your dealership get back to selling cars.
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