Healey Brothers Pod

Interest rates are one of the biggest factors affecting your monthly car payment—but most customers don’t fully understand how they work, or how much they can change your budget.   In this episode of the Healey Brothers Pod, Jason Healey sits down with Finance Director Mark McKnight to break down exactly how interest rates impact your car payment, what determines the rate you qualify for, and what...

Stellantis is entering a new era — and it’s clear they’ve been listening.   In this episode of the Healey Brothers Podcast, Jay Healey sits down with Chris Bellantoni, General Manager of Healey Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, to break down Stellantis’ new direction for 2026 and beyond. From the return of legendary powertrains like the HEMI and TRX, to more competitive pricing, improved warranties, and th...

Too many drivers skip maintenance because they don’t see the value—until a major breakdown forces them to. In this episode of the Healey Brothers Podcast, Jay Healey sits down with Bill Vittorini, Service Director at Healey Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Beacon, NY, to break down preventive maintenance that actually saves you money.   From oil changes and fluid services to transmission protection, die...

In this episode, Jason Healey sits down with James Barrett to break down everything happening with Hyundai — from exciting future technology to what customers can expect over the next few years.   They dive into Hyundai’s shift toward hybrids and innovative EV battery systems that could deliver up to 500–700 miles of range, how changing market demand is shaping production, and why Hyundai continue...

Ever wonder what really happens to your car when you trade it in — and how dealerships decide what it’s worth?   In this episode of the Healey Brothers Pod, the team breaks down the full appraisal process from start to finish, including how condition, mileage, vehicle history, market demand, and reconditioning costs all play a role in your trade-in value. They explain the tools dealers use to dete...

In this episode of the Healey Brothers Pod, Jay Healey and Nick break down one of the biggest questions every car buyer faces:   What type of vehicle purchase is actually right for YOU?   We cover the real differences between: •Leasing vs. Financing a new vehicle •Used vs. Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) •Why mileage and lifestyle matter more than people realize •How depreciation plays into leasing •Why...

In this Employee Spotlight episode of the Healey Brothers Pod, we sit down with Kevin Cox, Sales Consultant at Healey Brothers Ford in Goshen, to learn more about his journey—and why he’s become such a key part of the Healey team.   Kevin shares how he got his start in the automotive world as a technician, what led him to transition into sales, and how working for Snap-on Tools helped shape his ap...

In this episode of the Healey Brothers Pod, Brian Healey and Jay Healey break down the used car market heading into January 2026. They discuss where pricing is actually moving, why the pre-owned EV market is changing, which used vehicles are holding their value, and how manufacturer incentives on new cars are impacting used inventory.   The conversation also covers certified pre-owned value, curre...

In this episode of the Healey Brothers Pod, we’re on location at the new Healey Brothers Chevrolet Cadillac in Newburgh, sitting down with Dylan Healey to talk about what it’s really been like taking over and leading a brand-new dealership.   From the challenges of inheriting a store with a tough reputation to rebuilding trust in the community, Dylan breaks down the hard, humbling, and rewarding r...

In this episode of the Healey Brothers Pod, Jason Healey sits down with Brian Boolukos to break down the future of the Kia brand and why momentum is building faster than ever.   Fresh off Kia’s national dealer meeting in Las Vegas, they discuss the brand’s long-term vision, leadership direction, and how Kia is listening more closely than ever to both dealers and consumers. The conversation covers...

In this special episode, we take a moment to talk about Wreaths Across America — what the mission is, why it means so much to us, and how the Healey Brothers team gets involved every single year.   We break down the meaning behind ‘Remember. Honor. Teach.’ and talk about the veterans, families, Gold Star moms, and local organizations who make this day so powerful. From the annual parade to the lay...

At the Healey Brothers Pod, we’re at FDR High School to shine a spotlight on the Roosevelt Racing program and our partnership with the Winners Circle Project.   In this episode, we sit down with Sean, Derek, and Lisa from FDR to break down how their students build a Factory Five Shelby Cobra nicknamed “Black Lightning,” create a full visual brand, and run real marketing campaigns — all while still...

In this episode of the Healey Brothers Pod, Jason Healey sits down with Justin Friend and David Raminick from Proficy Digital to break down what omnichannel, data, and AI really mean for car dealers.   They talk about how dealers can stop guessing with their ad budgets and start using predictive, AI-driven insights to reach shoppers where they actually spend time—Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, YouT...

In this episode of The Healey Brothers Pod, Nicky Paraggio sits down with Jason Healey, Chief Marketing Officer for Healey Brothers Auto Group, for a quick Auto Industry Update covering some of the biggest moves happening right now across the brands we represent.   From Ram entering the SUV market and Jeep’s progress with the Recon EV, to Cadillac’s mix of luxury EVs and gas-powered performance mo...

In this episode of The Healey Brothers Podcast, Jason Healey sits down with Brian Healey, Used Car Director for Healey Brothers, to break down how the used car market performed in October 2025.   They discuss how inventory levels have climbed back above 500 vehicles across Healey Brothers locations, what’s driving the current mix of affordable and certified pre-owned cars, and how recent rate cuts...

This week, the Healey Brothers Pod brings you a special crossover recorded live on WTBQ’s BC Connection. Hosts John Douthat (President, John S. Burke Catholic High School & Burke Catholic Academy) and Janice Clark (Principal) sit down with Burke Catholic Class of 2010 alumni Jay Healey (Chief Marketing Officer, Healey Brothers) and Austin Spears (General Sales Manager, Healey Kia–Newburgh). Th...

The EV market is changing fast — and this quarter’s numbers prove it. In this episode, Jason Healey and Nicky Paraggio break down the Top 10 Best-Selling EVs as of Q3 2025, highlighting the Chevy Equinox EV’s astonishing climb to #3 behind Tesla’s Model Y and Model 3. They also unpack Hyundai’s massive $9,800 price drop on the upcoming 2026 IONIQ 5 and how aggressive financing and rebates across m...

In this episode of the Healey Brothers Pod, hosts sit down with the Woodman and Chuck Benfer to talk about their unique collaboration test-driving electric vehicles across all 10 Healey brands. What started as a creative marketing idea quickly turned into a powerful campaign—doubling EV sales, sparking conversations about the future of electric driving, and breaking misconceptions around range, ch...

In this heartfelt episode of the Healey Brothers Pod, we sit down with Abraham Almanza, Senior Director of Marketing for Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley — and a former Wish Kid himself. Abraham shares his powerful personal story of surviving stage-four lung cancer as a teenager and how his wish experience shaped his life and career. Together, we discuss how Make-A-Wish grants life-changing wishes for ch...

In this episode of the Healey Brothers Pod, Brian Healey sits down with Jeff Alpert, partner at Composition Wealth Management, to break down what vehicle service contracts really mean for customers. Often mistaken for “extended warranties,” these contracts provide coverage that goes beyond the manufacturer’s warranty—helping protect against costly repairs as vehicles become more advanced and parts...

In this episode of the Healey Brothers Pod, Brian Healey and John Koerner sit down with “Mr. Accountability” himself, Dave Anderson—author of 16 books and founder of Learn to Lead. Since launching Learn to Lead in 1999, Dave has worked with leaders in 21 countries and across multiple industries, drawing on his extensive background in automotive retail to teach practical, results-driven principles....

Jay Healey, Chief Marketing Officer of Healey Brothers, joined the K104 Morning Show for a wide-ranging conversation about the dealership group’s history, its deep roots in the Hudson Valley community, and the exciting future of the automotive industry.   Jay shares stories about growing up around the family business, early days of K-Fest partnerships, and the journey to building nine dealerships...

Join us for our 100th episode as we spotlight George Robinson, a GM World Class Technician at Healey Chevrolet! George shares his journey from graduating Universal Technical Institute in Houston back in 2001, to starting his career as a technician, and eventually earning the prestigious GM World Class designation in 2022.   He talks about growing up working with his dad in the shop, why he wanted...

Jason Healey joined The Woodman and Bill Beale live on K104 to share some exciting news: Healey Brothers has officially added a Chevrolet Cadillac store in Newburgh, New York, to its growing family of dealerships.   In the interview, Jason discusses the importance of bringing Cadillac into the Healey lineup, what customers can expect from the upgraded store, and how his brother Dylan Healey will b...

Step inside the halls of John S. Burke Catholic High School in Goshen, NY, as we sit down with members of the school’s community to explore what makes Burke such a unique place to learn and grow. From its academic programs and student life to its role in the local community and vision for the future, this episode dives into the values and stories that continue to shape generations of Burke student...