Road to $1 Million Detailing Podcast
Episodes
Prime Auto Detailing: The Reality of Solo Detailing, Growth, and Raising Prices
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Josh sits down with Sergio from Prime Auto Detailing, based just outside San Bernardino, California. This conversation dives into the...
Done In Detail: How Content & Confidence Builds Your Business
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Josh sits down with Lane from Done In Detail, a detailing shop based in Cumming, Georgia. Lane shares how he started his detailing bu...
Why Most Detailing Websites Don’t Work (And How to Fix Yours)
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
👉 Click here to get the free website audit: https://www.detailersroadmap.com/roadto1million On this episode, Josh sits down with Chris DiGiovanni,...
OC-Detail Werkz: Car Detailing Meets Industrial & Agricultural Coatings
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Josh interviews Kyle Collalti of OC-Detail Werkz, based out of Freeport, Illinois. They dive into how OC-Detail Werkz got started, th...
From Cars to Superyachts: Soko’s Detail Services’ Growth Story
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Josh interviews Nate from Soko’s Detail Services in Metro Detroit, Michigan. They talk about his journey into detailing, how he got...
Detail Doctor’s Big Move in 2026 | Expanding the Shop, Partnership & Business Growth
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Josh interviews Paul and Alex of Detail Doctor based in Kansas City. They talk about the shop’s growth, their plans for a big move ...
Success in Detailing Isn't a Race, It's a Test of Patience
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Josh talks about the importance of patience when growing a detailing business. He breaks down why understanding your numbers, setting...
How Hiring a Virtual Assistant Changed Our Content Game
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Josh interviews Lorraine, Belk Detailing’s virtual assistant from the Philippines. They talk about how working with a VA has helped...
7 Detailing Owners Share What's Working to Get Clients
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Josh asked 7 detailing businesses how they get customers and every answer was different. From Facebook groups and Reddit, to door-to-...
5 Traits Every Million Dollar Detailing Shop Has in Common
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million Podcast, Josh shares the key lessons he’s learned from interviewing top-performing shops featured on the s...
Shine Detailing LLC: God, Grit, and Growing a Purpose-Driven Detailing Business
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Josh interviews Kelly of Shine Detailing LLC in Anaheim, California, about his journey growing a detailing business from $800K to $...
5X Growth in 12 Months | The Detail Tech's $100K to $500K Blueprint
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Josh interviews Kevin and Daniel of Detail Tech in the northwest Chicago suburbs, sharing how they grew their business from $100K in ...
Winter, Sales, and Scaling: How an Owner-Operator Runs Elite Auto Care
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this podcast, Josh interviews Kevin Heist, owner of Elite Auto Care in Buffalo, NY. Kevin shares his experience as an owner-operator navigating the...
Daniel Kabel: The Business Mindset Behind a Successful Detailing Company
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this podcast, Josh interviews Daniel, owner of Dynamic Detailing located in San Jose, CA to talk about the real side of growing and running a succe...
Detailers Roadmap: Building a Strong Foundation with Websites, Content, and SEO
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Josh sits down with Chris Di Giovanni from Detailer’s Roadmap to talk about building a strong foundation for detailing businesses t...
Shine Co: Lessons Learned From 2025 and The Road to 2026
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Josh sits down again with Kyle Simpson of Shine.co, based out of Spartanburg, South Carolina for a follow-up conversation one year af...
Skyway Motorspace: Inside the First Months of a Car Storage & Detailing Brand
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Josh interviews Will, General Manager of Skyway Motorspace in Palmetto, FL. Will shares what it’s like running a new car storage, d...
A-Z Car Detailing: How Being Personable on Video Helped Grow the Business
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the podcast, Josh sits down with Aaron from A-Z Detailing to talk about how content and advertising helped grow the business. Aaron...
The Shop Auto Detailing: From Dealerships to Retail, Building Systems, and Staying Booked Year-Round
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Josh talks with Derek, Cade, and Patrick from The Shop Auto Detailing. They share how they got started, how they transitioned from de...
The Story Behind Buying Out Status Auto Detailing
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re excited to share our transition and how Jeremy of Status Auto Detailing trusted us to take over their business. Tune in for the full story, be...
TNT Glass Tinting: From Technician to Entrepreneur | Growing with PPF and Tinting
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Steve from TNT Glass Tinting in Denver, NC. Steve started as a technician and over ...
Growing Your Detailing Business with Meta & Google Ads: Tips for Leads, Sales, and Smart Follow-Ups
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, get an inside look at a coaching call with Josh as he sits down with Christian, a car detailer from Dodge City, Kansas, to talk about...
Keystone Detail: The Mindset Behind a $30K/Mo Detail Shop
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Cody Brace, owner of Keystone Detail in Erie, Pennsylvania. Cody shares how he got ...
Insurance Every Detailing Business Needs (and What Most Owners Overlook)
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh talks about 5 types of insurance that car detailers need to protect their business in the case ...
Nick Roman, Owner of Splash: How They Hand Wash 200+ Cars Per Day And Do PPF, Coatings, Tint
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Nick Roman, owner of Splash Hand Car Wash & Detail, based in Northbrook and Liberty...
Answering 13 Questions From My Detailing Team
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh answers 13 questions from his team about business growth, lessons learned, and future goals. (...
Building a $1.5M+ Boat Detailing & Auto Protection Shop Over 17 Years | Learning New Skills and Scaling Old Ones
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Andrew Hayslip, owner of Boat Beautiful, Car Beautiful, and CCT Auto Protection Stud...
Adam Pitale: From Adam’s Polishes to Enzo’s — Learning to Trust God's Plan
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Adam Pitale, founder of Adam's Polishes and owner of Enzo's Hand Wash & Detailing Ce...
Hunter Zarzycki, AdMotive: Creating Killer Marketing in 2025 & Beyond
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh sits down with Hunter Zarzycki, founder of AdMotive. Hunter and his team work with over 100 sh...
Detail Auto Haus: Secrets Behind Selling High Ticket Ceramic Coatings
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Jason Decarlo owner of Detail Auto Haus based outside of Sydney Australia. Jason sta...
From 1 Van to 10 Trucks: Squeegee Boys' Million Dollar Mobile Detailing Empire
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Truxton McSpadden owner of Squeegee Boys Mobile Detailing, his second time on the po...
Revive Auto Solutions: Navigating Peer Pressure, Building Confidence & Mastering Smart Money Habits
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Anthony owner of Revive Auto Solutions based out of El Paso, TX. Anthony started his...
Elbow Grease Detailing: Setting Expectations, Picky Clients & Growing Into Film
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews William/Bill Silva owner of Elbow Grease Detailing out of Tinton Falls, NJ. Bill has...
Detailing Business Q&A: Your 11 Questions Answered
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh answers 11 detailing business questions. These questions include book keeping, seasonal trends ...
From $100K Year One to Building Their Own Detail Shop – Quick and Clean Mobile Detailing
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Brice Quick owner of Quick and Clean Mobile Detailing based out of Webb City, MO. Qu...
How The Locals Detailing Grew to 3 Mobile Vans, 6 Employees, and a Shop
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Jake owner of The Locals Detailing in Warrington, PA. The Locales is a mobile detail...
Just Dip It: Building A Million Dollar Car Customization & Protection Shop In Sydney Australia
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Benji owner of Just Dip It based out of Sydney, Australia. Just Dip It is a car cust...
Dylan Hartman - 20 Year Old Social Media Star Turned Detailing & Tint Shop Owner
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Dylan Hartman, owner of No Limit Tint & Film. At only 20 years old, Dylan has built ...
Steven Lee - Mastering Ads For Car Detailing, Tint, Coatings & PPF On Meta & Google
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Steven Lee owner of Rogue Marketing. Rogue Marketing is a marketing agency that has ...
Detailers of Sarasota: How They Built a $115K Mobile Van Setup & Scaled to $10K+ Weeks
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Adam Hindman, owner of Detailers of Sarasota based out of Sarasota, Florida. Over th...
LeJeune Ceramic Coating & Paint Protection: Creating A Personalized Customer Experience, Tips For Follow-Up, Learning PPF, And More
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Rollie Abshire, owner of LeJeune Ceramic Coating and Paint Protection based out of M...
3 Things Every 6-Figure Detailing Business Focuses On
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh talks about three things that all successful detailing businesses are focusing on. Number one, ...
Ray Padilla: Social Media Marketing - What Separates Top Shops From The Rest
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Ray Padilla, co-founder of Media Tune and Auto Film Mastery. Ray started Media Tune ...
Official California Detailing: How Much Should You Pay Employees, Building Systems, Budgeting Finances + Payroll, And More
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Dustin Wharton, owner of Official California Detailing (OCD) based out of San Diego,...
Pristine Projects: Scaling to $40K Per Month in a Town of 4000 People
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Evan Dils owner of Pristine Projects: Ceramic Coatings & Auto Detailing located in S...
What Creates a Successful Partnership: 6 Things To Think About
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh shares his opinion on what creates a successful partnership within a detailing business. He hig...
Mike Norng: Building Auto Film Specialists, Partnerships In Business, Working For Others vs Yourself, and More
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Mike Norng, owner of Auto Film Specialists (AFS), Auto Film Mastery (AFM), and Make ...
Transitioning To Full Time, The Truth About Starting Window Tinting, Handling Damaging A Customer's Vehicle, And More
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews David Santos owner of South Side Detail out of Plainfield, IL. David started detaili...
Urban Werks: From Shack To 12,000 Sq Ft Showroom - Scaling Past $1 Million, Website SEO, Building A Strong Team, And More
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Neil Maser owner of Urban Werks Garage in Lancaster, PA outside of Philly. Urban Wer...
Mountainside Mobile Detailing: Growing to 5 Vans, Paying Cash vs Using Debt, When is it Appropriate to Pay Yourself, and More
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Nick Burton owner of Mountainside Mobile Detailing located in Parker, CO right outsi...
Starting a Detailing Business in 2025: 6 Steps For Scaling to 6 Figures a Year
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh talks about his story starting Belk Mobile Detailing, some of the lessons he has learned, and 6...
Rhino Films and Detailing: 15+ Years of Building a Multi-Million Dollar Detailing Facility From The Ground Up
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Alex Lee owner of Rhino Films and Detailing located in Huntington Beach, CA. Alex st...
Upscale Detailing Co: Scaling to $500K in 2025, Hiring Employees The Right Way, Introducing PPF & Tint, and More
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Jared Clasen owner of Upscale Detailing Co located in Columbus, GA. Upscale is a det...
Grant Menard: Building a $3 Million Detailing Business Without Ads - Creating Unforgettable Customer Experiences and Building Your Dream Team
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Grant Menard owner of Menard Premium Detailing located outside of Philadelphia, Penn...
48 Detailing Co: Building 500+ Reviews, Using YouTube to Sell Your Services, Setting Yourself Apart From Competition, and More!
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Zaia Dinkha owner of 48 Detailing Co. located in Surprise, AZ. Zaia started his det...
Fort Worth Auto Detail: Firing Half Your Team, Salary vs Hourly, Getting Started in PPF, Mobile vs Shop, and More
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Austin Pruett owner of Fort Worth Auto Detail. Fort Worth Auto Detail is a detailin...
Harker Heights Ceramic Coatings: From $26K/mo to $115K/mo in 6 Months With 623 Five Star Reviews
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Matthew Jones owner of Harker Heights Ceramic Coatings located outside of Killeen, ...
Sig Auto Detailing: Transitioning From Mobile Detailing to a Shop, Getting Started in Window Tint, Ceramic Coating Problems, and More
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Jake Gammill owner of Sig Auto Detailing located in Joplin, MO. Sig Auto Detailing ...
Detail Doctors: Building a Detailing, Ceramic Coating, and PPF Shop in Your Early 20s
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Alex and Paul owners of Detail Doctors in Kansas City, MO. At just 25 and 22 years ...
Villegas Brothers: Building a $3 Million Per Year Film Company - Staying Focused, Managing a Team, Building a Personal Brand, and More
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews the Villegas Brothers, Alexis and Juan. Alexis and Juan started bogartechdesigns.co...
From $20 Mobile Details to a $950K/Year PPF, Tint, and Ceramic Coating Shop: Windows & Wheels Auto Detailing
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Wills Amstutz owner of Windows and Wheels out of Gilbert, AZ. Wills and his sister s...
Chris Di Giovanni: Owner of Detailers Roadmap - Secrets to Website Optimization & SEO For Detailing & Tint Shops
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Christopher Di Giovanni, owner and founder of Detailers Roadmap. Detailers Roadmap i...
AZ Heat Detail: Scaling to $130K/month With PPF, Ceramic Coatings, and Dealership Services
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews brothers Brett and Kyle owners of AZ Heat Detail out of Phoenix, AZ. Brett and Kyle ...
Team vs Solo Detailing, Getting Started in Paint Protection Film (PPF), Small Favors Huge Returns: Prestige Auto Detail
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Sean Free owner of Prestige Auto Detail out of Portland, OR. Prestige Auto Detail is...
Renowned Detailing: $250K First Year Mobile Detailing w/ 250 Five Star Reviews & 62K Instagram Followers
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million Podcast Josh interviews brothers Justin and Devin Williams, owners of Renowned Detailing in Kansas City, KS....
$780K/year Detail Shop W/ 475 Five Star Reviews: Diamond Detail - Raising Prices, SEO, Paying Employees, and More
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Travis owner of Diamond Detail located in Puyallup, Washington. Coming from a backgr...
Training Employees, Installing PPF & Window Tint for Dealerships, Ceramic Coatings, and More: Tabula Rasa Detailing
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast Josh interviews Ben Beitel owner of Tabula Rasa Fine Auto Detailing. Tabula Rasa is a detail shop lo...
9 Dealership Contracts With 60+ Employees: Bulldog Auto Detailing - Growing a Detailing, Ceramic Coating, PPF, and Tint Business to 3 Locations
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Gram Short owner of Bulldog Auto Detailing. Bulldog is a detail shop with locations...
Building Mobile Detailing Vans: Ralda's Details - Training, 5 Star Service, and More
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Tony Ralda owner of Ralda's Details LLC located in Richmond, VA. Ralda's Details is...
Managing a 56 Person Team: Dustin Jackson - Owner of EZN Detail, IGL Coatings, & Detail Bookie
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Dustin Jackson, owner EZN Detail & Storage, IGL Coatings, and Detail Bookie. EZN ha...
15 Year Detailing Veteran Teggy's Elite Detailing: Growing to 371 Five Star Reviews
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Ryan, owner Teggy's Elite Detailing located in Queens, NY. Teggy's is a shop only d...
Scaling to 15 PPF/Ceramic Coating Installs Per Week: Ceramic Pro Elite Dealer Dynamic Detailing
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Daniel, owner of Dynamic Detailing located in San Jose, CA. Dynamic Detailing focus...
Building a Detailing Business w/ Your Significant Other: The Detail Code
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Aaron and Amber, owners of The Detail Code located in San Antonio, TX. Prior to s...
Scaling to $750k/year With Ceramic Coatings, PPF, Window Tint, and Detailing
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Kyle Simpson owner of Shine Co located in Spartanburg, SC. Kyle started his car det...
Growing to 4500 Customers w/ 450 Five Star Reviews: $50k/month Detail Shop
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode on the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Brett Russell owner of 412 Auto Detail located in Pittsburgh, PA. Brett started his...
Mobile Detailing For Athletes & CEOs at 19 Years Old: Scaling to 3 Vans & 4 Employees
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode on the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Baxter Jennings, owner of Surfside Mobile Detail located in Boston, MA. Baxter is 1...
Pennsylvania's Largest System X Ceramic Coating Installer: Scaling to $40K/month
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode on the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Brett Mawhinney, owner of Steel City Auto Spa. Brett started his auto detailing bus...
$50k/month Mobile Detailing With 4 Vans & 9 Employees
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode on the Road to $1 Million podcast, Josh interviews Truxton McSpadden, owner of Squeegee Boys Mobile Detailing. While still in college,...