Gain Traction

A Year In Review on Gain Traction

31 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Edge is the host of the Gain Traction Podcast and a long-time voice in the tire and automotive repair industry. With more than two decades of exp...

What Drives a Successful Auto Repair Business to Grow Fast?

24 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Eich is a multi-location auto repair shop owner based in Evansville, Indiana. After spending more than two decades in a corporate career, Jason ...

What Mistakes Can Destroy a Growing Auto Repair Business?

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

AJ Nealey is the owner and “Chief Cheerleader” of Nealey Tire & Auto, a rapidly growing multi-location auto repair business in Maryland. A sel...

The Strategy Behind Big O Tires’ 466 Locations

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gary Skidmore is a longtime tire industry leader whose career began in his father’s independent shop and eventually grew into franchise ownership an...

Behind the Wheel at SEMA 2025: Meet the Industry Game-Changers – Part 4

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gianluca Grioni is the Vice President of Sales for Momo Tires USA and brings decades of global experience to the automotive industry. Originally from ...

Behind the Wheel at SEMA 2025: Meet the Industry Game-Changers - Part 3

28 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

SEMA 2025 remains the industry’s premier gathering place, not just for exploring new products, but for engaging in conversations that truly shape th...

Behind the Wheel at SEMA 2025: Meet the Industry Game-Changers - Part 2

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Independent shop owners, brand leaders, manufacturers, lobbyists, and innovators all walk the same halls at SEMA but hearing their stories side by sid...

Behind the Wheel at SEMA 2025: Meet the Industry Game-Changers - Part 1

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The SEMA Show is where the entire tire and automotive aftermarket gathers under one roof and in this episode, we bring you straight to the center of t...

Inside Hankook Tire North America’s Relentless Pursuit of Excellence

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Williams is the President of Hankook Tire North America, one of the most respected names in the global tire industry. From his early days in Virgi...

He Started Pumping Gas at 16… Now He Runs a $3.7M Auto Empire

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eric Svedberg is the President and Owner of European Autowerks in Virginia Beach, Virginia, a premier independent shop specializing in high-end Europe...

Celebrating 200 Episodes! How Gain Traction Continues to Connect the Automotive Industry

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Edge is the host of the Gain Traction Podcast, the official podcast for the tire and automotive industry, powered by Tread Partners. With a passi...

Is Inflation Reshaping the Tire Industry in 2025?

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Griffin is the Sales Manager at Dunlap & Kyle Tire Company in Birmingham, Alabama, that’s been serving the Southeast for decades. With year...

The Fastest Path From Tier 4 to Tier 2 in Tire Industry History with Phillip Kane of Turbo Wholesale Tires

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Phillip Kane is the CEO of Turbo Wholesale Tires, home to brands like Lexani, Lionheart, and Rolling Big Power. With decades of experience at companie...

Why Customers Call AutoFlow the ‘Amazon Experience’ for Auto Repair with Chris Cloutier of Autoflow

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Cloutier is the owner of Golden Rule Auto Care in Dallas, Texas, and the founder of AutoFlow, a software solution built to improve auto repair c...

Why Tire Dealers Can’t Afford to Miss SEMA 2025

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Gattuso is the Vice President of Events for SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association. With more than three decades of experience in the au...

From Burnout to Buy-In: How to Reignite Your Auto Repair Team

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Parnell is the founder of Limitless Leadership, LLC, and a former Director of Service Development at Christian Brothers Automotive. With a backgr...

What Happens When a Tire Business Grows Too Fast? with Kamard Johnson of GTT Commercial Tires

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kamard Johnson is the President & CEO of GTT Commercial Tires, based in Richmond, Virginia. With a professional background rooted in sales and cus...

Overwhelmed to Empowered: How Tire Shop Owners Are Taking Back Control

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tony O’Billovich is the leader of the Master Shop Program for Point S Tire USA. With decades of experience running and growing multiple tire and aut...

Why This COO Believes Scaling Starts With People, Not Profit with Tyler Paparello of AMG

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tyler Paparello is the Chief Operating Officer at AMG, overseeing 28 Midas locations across New England. With a background rooted in sales, Tyler lear...

How to Scale a Tire Brand Without Losing Community Trust with Christian Seem of Goodturn Tire & Auto

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Christian Seem is the President & CEO of Good Turn Tire & Auto, a rapidly growing tire and auto repair company with 55 locations and 16 brands...

Why Tire Business Became the Trusted Voice of an Entire Industry with Bruce Davis of Tire Business

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce Davis is a veteran journalist and editor who spent 45 years shaping how the tire industry receives its news, data, and insights. As a founding s...

Lessons in Customer Service from a Century-Old Tire Company with Don Barnes III of Belle Tire

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Don Barnes III is the Chief Tire Guy at Belle Tire, a third-generation leader helping steer one of the oldest and most respected tire retailers in the...

How a Farmer Turned a Small Tire Shop into a $26M Business

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jesse Wickel is the owner of Wickel Tire Pros in Burley, Idaho. A former farmer with deep roots in agriculture, Jesse built his business from a singl...

The Council That’s Quietly Shaping the Future of the Auto Industry

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Lusso is a seasoned engineer at Coats Company in Nashville, Tennessee, specializing in tire changers, wheel balancers, lifts, and alignment machi...

Employee Ownership and Rural Market Success With Adrian Rodriguez of Commercial Tire

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Adrian Rodriguez is the Vice President of Marketing and Retail Sales at Commercial Tire, a leading tire and auto service provider with over 45 locatio...

Marketing Strategies To Boost Bay Traffic With Joe Schafranek of Tread Partners

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joe Schafranek is an Account Manager at Tread Partners, a marketing agency focused on the tire and auto repair industry. With roots in Detroit and han...

An Open and Honest Approach to Marketing With Dan Kahn of Kahn Media

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dan Kahn is the Founder and CEO of Kahn Media, a public relations and marketing agency based in Los Angeles specializing in the automotive aftermarket...

Legacy and Innovation With Dennis Feldman, Keleyah Miller and Justin Pursell of ITDG Next Gen

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dennis Feldman is the Chair of the ITDG Next Gen Committee and a third-generation operator at Performance Plus Tire, a family-owned business in Long B...

Secrets to Scaling Your Auto Service Business With Joe Tomarchio Jr. of FOCUS Investment Banking

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joe Tomarchio Jr. is a Managing Director at FOCUS Investment Banking, where he specializes in helping auto service businesses scale and prepare for ac...

Driving Success as a Family Business With Steven and Susan Moss of Wilson Tire Pros and Automotive

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Steven and Susan Moss are the owners of Wilson Tire Pros and Automotive, a three-location tire and automotive repair business in Burlington, North Car...

Why Racing and Auto Shops Go Hand in Hand With Rob Howden of USF Pro Racing

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Howden is the Director of Business Development and Series Announcer for USF Pro Championship Racing. Known as “The Voice of the Series,” he ha...

How To Build a Culture While Scaling Fast With Logan Leslie of Main Street Auto

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Logan Leslie is the Founder and CEO of Main Street Auto, a fast-growing network of tire and auto repair shops across the United States. After serving ...

How SEMA Supports Tire Shops and Small Businesses With Mike Spagnola of SEMA

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Spagnola is President and CEO of SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association), a leading trade organization in the automotive aftermarket indust...

From Food Service to Repair Shop Ownership With Nathan Rhodes of Total Automotive

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nathan Rhodes is the Owner of Total Automotive, an independent auto repair shop based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. With a background in machining and we...

Right To Repair With Roy Littlefield IV, VP of Government Affairs for the Tire Industry Association

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Roy Littlefield IV is the Vice President of Government Affairs for the Tire Industry Association. In his role, Roy leads advocacy efforts across state...

From One Shop to a Regional Auto Empire With Brian Bates of EAS Tire & Auto

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Bates is the President and Founder of EAS Tire & Auto, a growing chain of auto repair shops with 21 locations in the Denver metro area. Afte...

Building a Franchise Empire With Gus Herlong of Palmetto Garage Works

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gus Herlong is the CEO and Co-owner of Palmetto Garage Works, a multi-location auto service franchise group based in South Carolina. Starting with fiv...

Racing, Risk, and Resilience With David Schardt of Forgeline Motorsports

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

David Schardt is the President and CEO of Forgeline Motorsports, a premier manufacturer of custom, lightweight forged wheels for high-performance and ...

One-Stop Tire and Accessories Shopping with Richard Balan, President of RTA

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Richard Balan is the President of RTA Holdings, a company specializing in aftermarket vehicle outfitting, particularly commercial vehicles and off-roa...

A Unique Approach to Business Growth With John Teddy, CEO of Straightaway Tire & Auto

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Teddy is the Chief Executive Officer of Straightaway Tire & Auto, bringing over 15 years of leadership experience in consumer retail and serv...

Trail Tire Annual General Meeting

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tim Szabo is the Owner of Trail Tire Edmonton Groat Road, with over three decades of experience in the automotive industry. Alongside Fixed Operations...

Selling a Repair Shop for Maximum Profit With Giorgio Andonian of FOCUS Investment Banking

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Giorgio Andonian is the Managing Director at FOCUS Investment Banking, where he specializes in mergers and acquisitions within the Consumer and Automo...

The Art of Building Relationships With Scott Bishop of Sailun Tires Americas

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Bishop is the Vice President of Passenger and Light Truck Tire Sales for the independent channel at Sailun Tire Americas, which specializes in o...

Automotive Excellence With 2024 AAPEX Technician of the Year Johnathon Bemis

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Johnathon Bemis is the Lead Master Technician at VIP Tires & Service, known for its comprehensive tire and auto repair services in the New England...

From Oil Changes to Leadership With TJ White of Tire Source Neighborhood Car Care

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

TJ White is the General Manager of Tire Source Neighborhood Car Care, a company with six locations in the Canton and Akron, Ohio area that specializes...

Adrenaline, Autos, and Achievements With Cory Brown of Cory's Point S Tire

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Cory Brown is the Owner of Cory's Point S Tire in Rapid City, South Dakota. Under Cory's leadership, the business has expanded to two locations, emplo...

Balancing Tradition and Growth With Ryan Thueson of Clair and Dee’s Tire

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Thueson is the Owner of Clair and Dee's Tire, a family-owned business in Rexburg, Idaho, specializing in tire services and auto repair as part of...

Point S Tire USA Annual Conference

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jim Richards is the National Co-op Recruitment Manager at Point S, travelling extensively throughout the US to meet with independent tire dealers with...

Tire Shop Lessons With Dustin Dobbs, Hunt Demarest, Walter Lybeck, Steven Fafel, and Ron Dolan

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin Dobbs is the President of Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers, a family-owned business headquartered in St. Louis. Under his leadership, Dobbs Tire &...

Revolutionizing Auto Repair Using AI With Linda Gray of Mastertech.ai

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Linda Gray is Co-founder of Mastertech.ai, an innovative company that is leveraging the power of artificial intelligence to transform the auto repair ...

From Tires to Touchdowns With Jack Limbaugh, President of Jack’s OK Tire Service

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jack Limbaugh is President of Jack's OK Tire Service, a family-owned tire service business based in Algona, Iowa. Under his leadership, the company ha...

Rolling Into the Future: The East Bay Tire Legacy and Vision With Joseph Pehanick

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joseph Pehanick is the Co-owner and incoming CEO of East Bay Tire, a family-owned independent tire distributor and commercial service provider for ove...

Core Values Drive Success With Dave Christopher, Co-founder and Co-owner of Tread Partners

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave Christopher is Co-founder and Co-owner of Tread Partners, a leading digital marketing agency specializing in tire and auto repair operations with...

Revolutionizing Tire Service With Derek Naidoo, CEO of USA GoMobile

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Derek Naidoo is the Founder and Owner of USA GoMobile, a company that offers convenient mobile tire, oil change, and battery services to customers at ...

Transforming the Tire Industry With Ryan Ragan of Automotive Service & Tire Alliance

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Ragan is the Executive Director of the Automotive Service & Tire Alliance, where he focuses on enhancing value to members through innovative ...

[SEMA Series] At SEMA With Seth Glauberman, Jim Ring, Justin Rae, Brock Swentzel, Mike Graber, and Sonny McDonald

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Seth Glauberman is the President of Malco Automotive. A fourth-generation member of the family company specializing in automotive detailing products, ...

[SEMA Series] Roy Littlefield IV, Sam Felberbaum, Lance Bullock, Norris Marshall, and Michael Mathis

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Roy Littlefield IV currently serves as Vice President of Government Affairs for the Tire Industry Association. He currently works on both state and fe...

[SEMA Series] Connecting Tire Leaders with Don Detore, Clint Young, Doug Kershaw, Melanie White, and Scott Bishop

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Don Detore, Editor at Tire Business, oversees the daily editorial operations of Tire Business, the leading trade magazine for the tire industry publi...

Focusing on Helping Independent Tire Dealers With Mike Burns of ITDG

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Burns is the Sales Director at Independent Tire Dealers Group, a company that supports independent tire dealers across the US by providing compet...

Work Ethic and Success With Dustin Dobbs of Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin Dobbs is the President of Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers, a family-owned business headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri, specializing in tire a...

Empowering Leadership and Family Legacy With Reed Parman of Big Chief Tire

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Reed Parman is the President and Owner of Big Chief Tire, a company specializing in tire sales and auto services with five locations in Jacksonville, ...

Overcoming Entrepreneurial Challenges With Jared Kugel of Tire Agent

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jared Kugel is the CEO and Founder of Tire Agent, an innovative e-commerce platform revolutionizing how consumers purchase and install tires across th...

Navigating the Road to Trust With Kermit Pridemore of Smoky Hill Auto Service

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kermit Pridemore is Co-owner of Smoky Hill Auto Service in Aurora, Colorado, bringing years of family business experience into his own venture. Kermit...

Steering the Wheels of Change With Chris Barry of Independent Tire Dealer Group

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Barry is Vice President of Sales at Independent Tire Dealer Group. Since 1998, Chris has significantly contributed to the company's growth. He s...

Tires Transformed For Sustainability With David Brandenstein and Mark Kinkelaar of Prism Worldwide

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

David Brandenstein is the Key Account Manager at Prism Worldwide. Originally from Evansville, Indiana, David boasts a rich background in the chemical ...

It’s All About The People With Eric Gill at Gills Point S Tire & Auto Service

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric Gill is the President and CEO of Gills Point S Tire & Auto Service. A seasoned entrepreneur, Eric masterminded the expansion of Gills Point S...

A Customer-Centric Approach to Success With Brandon Tracey of Bay Area Point S Tire & Auto Service

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Brandon Tracey is the President and Co-owner of Bay Area Point S Tire & Auto Service, which he started working for at the age of 16, initially swe...

The Art of Scaling Integrity in the Tire Business With Seth Sands of Good Turn Tire & Auto

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Seth Sands is the Co-CEO of Good Turn Tire & Auto, a company with a portfolio of 14 brands and 35 locations across four states, including Florida,...

Steering Western Canada's Tire Landscape With James O’Reilly of Tire Trail

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

James O'Reilly, the Vice President of Trail Tire, is a second-generation tire industry professional with 23 years of experience. With much of his care...

Craig Bruneel — Chairman of the Board of Point S Dealers and Owner of Bruneel Point S Tire & Auto

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Craig Bruneel is the Owner of Bruneel Point S Tire & Service, which operates 13 shops across Idaho, and holds the position of Chairman of the Boar...

Steering an Automotive Legacy Forward With Mike Allen of Carfix

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Allen is the entrepreneurial owner of Carfix, a three-shop operation in Raleigh and Garner in North Carolina. Serving as the President of the Boa...

The Man Behind The Hit Show Muscle & Classics, E. Red

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

E. Red is the enterprising force behind the TV hit show Muscle and Classics, where he serves as producer, director, and star. Born and raised in Sava...

ITDG Tire Dealer of The Year - Wilks Tire & Battery Service - Logan Wilks

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Logan Wilks is the Vice President of Wilks Tire & Battery Service, a family-owned company with a rich history originating from the post-World War ...

Ownership, Acquisitions, and Mergers With Tommy Gaynor and Chris Garman of Sun Auto Tire & Service

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Garman, Vice President of Business Development at Sun Auto Tire & Service, built up his family's auto service business from three to nine st...

Driving Innovation: From a Steel Worker’s Son to an Industry Leader With Mike Graber of Toyo Tires

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Graber is the President and CEO of Toyo Tires, a role he has embraced with vigor since joining the company in 2013. With a foundation in truck pa...

From Family Business to Tire Titans With Joe and John Inchiostro of St. Louis Wholesale Tire

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joe Inchiostro is the Owner and CEO of St. Louis Wholesale Tire. His cousin, John Inchiostro, is Operations Manager. The company is renowned for provi...

Scheduling Service Appointments With Ease With Steven Fafel of AutoOps

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Steven Fafel, Co-founder of AutoOps, has innovatively shaped the automotive service industry through his online scheduling tool that integrates with m...

From New Leads to Loyal Customers: Marketing Insights With Neal Maier, Co-Founder of Tread Partners

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Neal Maier is Co-founder of Tread Partners, an agency that specializes in marketing for the tire and auto repair industry. With a history of running s...

Small Beginnings, Big Success With Nick Fox and Vanessa Larson of Gills Point S Tire & Auto

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Fox is the Regional Manager of Gills Point S Tire & Auto, holding the role for over nine years. His dedication to continuous improvement, cou...

Discussing Generational Tire Shops With Randy O'Connor, Bobby Gillespie, Kyle Moore and Kayla Heiar

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Randy O'Connor, Owner of Dealer to Dealer Development Group, is a strategic specialist known for his prowess in analyzing and enhancing processes. Wit...

Building a Winning Wholesale Tire Division With Douglas Kershaw of KAL Group

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Douglas Kershaw is the Executive Vice President of KAL Group, a freight and truck parts company with numerous divisions. Prior to joining KAL Group, D...

Cultivating Customer Connections With Cody Hammer, Area Sales Manager at Trusted Tire and Auto

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cody Hammer is the Area Sales Manager for Trusted Tire and Auto in Bismarck, N.D. Despite not having an automotive background, Cody's career path shif...

Providing Large-Scale Service and Small-Scale Care With Brian Quisenberry of S&S Tire

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Quisenberry is Vice President at S&S Tire. Known for his responsive and dependable leadership style, Brian prides himself on his ability to ...

Racing Toward a Purpose With Fred Roger and Stephen Kantarze of The Veterans Trust

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen Kantarze, is the Program Director of The Veterans Trust. He joined the US Army in 2008 as an infantryman, serving his countries in numerous ca...

Tread Carefully: Ensuring Roadside Safety With David Bennett of AAA

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

David Bennett, Repair Systems Manager at AAA, brings over 37 years of dedicated service to the company. Originally from the Washington DC area, David'...

Empowering Employees for Success With Baker Ghanim of Tire Store Service Center and oTo Solutions

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Baker Ghanim is the President of Tire Store Service Center in Bedford, Texas. Under his leadership, Tire Store Service Center opened nine locations in...

From Food to Tires: A Customer Service Journey With Brooke Johnson of McMahon's Best-One Tire

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Brooke Johnson is a dedicated Customer Service Representative at McMahon's Best-One Tire. With a prior background in the food industry which spanned a...

Navigating Auto Repairs With Empathy With Lee McWilliams of Midas

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lee McWilliams is the store manager for Midas in Eden Prairie, Minn., where he oversees a customer service team in the automotive repair industry. Wit...

Keys to Customer Engagement With Jason Widmer of AAA Auto Repair and Darren McLea of DJM Solutions

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Darren McLea is a tire sales trainer and the Founder of DJM Solutions, specializing in tire sales, repairs, and elevating the customer experience with...

Nurturing Organizational Cohesion and Camaraderie With Walter Lybeck of Point S Tire

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Walter Lybeck is the CEO of Point S Tire and Auto Service. Originally from McMinnville, Oregon, growing up in a tight-knit community instilled in Walt...

Secrets of Exceptional Service With Cristol Duke and Heather Langdon of Gerald's Tires & Brakes

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Heather Langdon is a Customer Service Representative at Gerald's Tires & Brakes. Heather's journey into the tire business began when she applied f...

Generational Wisdom and Customer Focus With Clint and Clay Watts of Gerald's Tires & Brakes

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Clint and Clay Watts are the third-generation owners of Gerald's Tires & Brakes in Charleston, South Carolina. Their grandfather, fondly known as ...

Exceptional Tires, Equal Treatment With Charles Vickery of Beggs Tire & Wheel

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Charles Vickery brings over a decade of tire expertise to his role as  Store Manager at Beggs Tire & Wheel. Hailing from Prineville, Oregon, his ...

Work Experience Must Be Rewarding and Fun: Danny Smith of Same Day Auto Repair

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Danny Smith is the CEO of Same Day Auto Repair. With a background in the auto industry that spans over 28 years, Danny's career began in high school, ...

Shaping Pros Through Innovative Training With Scott Blair of T.R.A.C.K. Auto Training and Network

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Blair is the creator, host, and an instructor at T.R.A.C.K. Auto Training and Network. He is also Managing Partner of 2U Tire of Alabama and Co-...

Tires, Tears, and Triumphs: A 25-Year Odyssey With Jeff Mullersman of ATTURO Tires

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Mullersman is the Midwest Sales Director at ATTURO Tires, with 25 years of experience in the tire industry. Jeff’s automotive career is full of...

Realities of the Tire Business With Hunt Demarest of Paar, Melis & Associates

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hunt Demarest is Senior Accountant at Paar, Melis & Associates, an accounting and tax firm specializing in automotive repair shops. Hunt is a seas...

How To Create a $6m Store With a Great Winning Culture With Todd Hayes, Joe Adams and Glenn Piccolo

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Todd Hayes is the Chief Operating Officer of Adams Automotive and Co-founder of Auto Shop Answers. At age 26 Todd founded a company, successfully grow...

A Personal Support System for Independent Auto Shops With George Kingman of Advanced Shop Leadership

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

George Kingman is Founder and CEO of both Advanced Shop Leadership and BlueSky Tire and Auto Service, a burgeoning chain of stores with five locations...

Optimizing Performance by Committing to Staff Development With Charles Mesones of Cook’s Tire & Service

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Charles Mesones, Partner at Cook's Tire & Service, has been a dedicated professional in the tire and auto repair Industry for over 25 years, follo...