The Motor Files Podcast

A Toronto man is facing a $50,000 bill after the rental truck he was using was stolen from his driveway. Thomas Coish rented a 2022 Ram pick-up truck from Enterprise and declined additional insurance coverage, assuming his own car insurance would suffice. But when the truck was stolen the night before it was due to be returned, Coish was shocked to learn he only had liability coverage and wasn't c...

Sky New Australia interviewed Geological Survey of Finland Professor Simon Michaux who says replacing vehicles on the road with electrical and hydrogen fuel cell cars is “talking billions” in costs. We review here. Link to the featured article: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmLKmE-OGcM Grab a copy of my book: https://partsmanagerpro.gumroad.com/l/qtqax "The Parts Manager Guide" - https://www.ama...

General Motors is set to offer voluntary buyouts to a majority of its 58,000 US white-collar employees, as the automaker aims to cut $2 billion in structural costs over the next two years. The Voluntary Separation Program (VSP) will be offered to all US salaried employees who have worked for five or more years as of June 30. The buyout offer comes after the Detroit automaker announced last week th...

Dealership in British Columbia got candid about several EV orders getting mixed up when the dealership was taken over by a merger. Link to the featured article: https://bc.ctvnews.ca/a-very-isolated-incident-b-c-dealership-responds-to-complaints-about-electric-vehicle-purchases-1.6293683 Grab a copy of my book: https://partsmanagerpro.gumroad.com/l/qtqax "The Parts Manager Guide" - https://www.ama...

AN ELECTRIC car driver has blasted other motorists for stopping him from charging his motor. The EV driver https://www.tiktok.com/@iamdollard vented on TikTok that he couldn't charge his electric car because petrol vehicles park on charging bays. Link to the featured article: https://www.thesun.co.uk/motors/21420282/electric-car-driver-blasts-other-motorist/ Grab a copy of my book: https://partsma...

Join us for an insightful interview with Vic Ferrari, retired NYPD detective and author of Grand Theft Auto: The NYPD's Auto Crime Division. In this conversation, we'll delve into the world of auto crime investigations and learn about the techniques and technologies used by law enforcement to prevent and solve these crimes. From community policing to the latest advancements in law enforcement tech...

Shocking Truths of a Kia Dealership's Scamming Tactics During Pandemic Shortage, Revealed by Former Salesman. An Edmonton car salesman says the Kia dealership he recently left repeatedly ripped off customers, emboldened by a shortage of new vehicles in the pandemic. He says the dealership didn't sell vehicles at the advertised price, breaking the law in Alberta and several other provinces. Link to...

Electric vehicle battery recycling is an essential process for reducing waste and reusing valuable materials. Li-Cycle is a leading company in lithium-ion battery recycling, using their innovative spoke and hub process to collect and process batteries from various sources. Other companies like Standard Lithium and Tesla also have sustainable battery recycling programs that extract materials like l...

Today we're excited to introduce you to Kenneth Burke, creator and inventor of "CarKenny", the app that protects you and your family. Kenneth is a passionate automotive enthusiast who has been tinkering with cars at the beginning of his career. With over two decades of experience in the automotive industry, Kenneth has built a reputation as an expert in car maintenance, repair, and modification. B...

State Farm and Progressive, two of America's largest car insurers, are limiting their sale of new insurance policies on certain Kia and Hyundai models due to a viral TikTok challenge that caused an "explosive" spike in car thefts. Many of the targeted vehicles lack a basic theft prevention technology called an electronic immobilizer, making them vulnerable to theft. Police have issued tips to prot...

Today we reviewed a Youtuber who demonstrated how it took 48hrs to fully slow charge his EV from home. Also Tesla slapped with $2million fine for false advertising in Korea. Links to the featured article: https://www.businessinsider.com/tesla-fined-2-million-by-south-korea-for-false-advertising-2023-1 https://youtube.com/shorts/bqls8xq9vSY?feature=share Grab a copy of my book: https://partsmanager...

Hundreds losing their jobs as car manufacturers consolidate operations to facilitate tight timelines to bring EVs on our roads. Links to the featured articles: https://ca.news.yahoo.com/hundreds-lose-jobs-electric-car-131004729.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqo_O1x4P24 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5xHVw9Pkcs Grab a copy of my book: https://partsmanagerpro.gumroad.com/l/qtqax "The Parts...

Meet a man in Toronto whose vehicle is so secured, thieves tried to take it on 9 separate occasions and failed. Grab a copy of my book: https://partsmanagerpro.gumroad.com/l/qtqax "The Parts Manager Guide" - https://www.amazon.com/Parts-Manager-Guide-Strategies-Maximize-ebook/dp/B09S23HQ1P/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3UZYOGZJUNJ9K&keywords=parts+manager+guide&qid=1644443157&sprefix=parts+manager+g...

Parts Talk sits Business Coach, Personal Developer and Keynote Speaker Joe Rockey who breaks it down on how mechanics impact our society and why it's important for society to ensure they continue to uplift them. Book a session with Joe. Link to Joe's website: https://elitebusinessconversations.com/ Grab a copy of my book: https://partsmanagerpro.gumroad.com/l/qtqax "The Parts Manager Guide" - http...

Mechanic on TikTok shares his knowledge on the 5 vehicles consumers should consider when buying their next car. Grab a copy of my book: https://partsmanagerpro.gumroad.com/l/qtqax "The Parts Manager Guide" - https://www.amazon.com/Parts-Manager-Guide-Strategies-Maximize-ebook/dp/B09S23HQ1P/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3UZYOGZJUNJ9K&keywords=parts+manager+guide&qid=1644443157&sprefix=parts+manager+g...

Are you worried about the growing size and weight of road vehicles, especially electric ones? You're not alone. The National Transportation Safety Board has raised the alarm. Links to the featured articles: EVs Are Getting Too Heavy Claims Safety Chief | Watch (msn.com) https://arstechnica.com/cars/2023/01/top-safety-advisor-raises-alarm-about-ever-heavier-evs/ NTSB chair says EVs are getting too...

PartsTalk sat down with Roger Clappe, founder and CEO of WhipFlip. @WhipFlip revolutionizes car selling by providing an easy-to-use platform that streamlines the process. Say goodbye to the hassle of haggling with buyers and navigating complicated paperwork - with Whipflip, you can sell your car with confidence and simplicity, making the experience quick and stress-free Link: https://www.whipflip....

Thinking of buying that EV? Consumer Reports publishes their data exposing the least reliable EVs in today's market. Their data is compiled from their subscribers who are also vehicle owners. But why don't they ask mechanics who work on these cars? We take a look here. Link: https://www.motorbiscuit.com/4-electric-cars-terrible-reliability-according-consumer-reports/ Grab a copy of my book: https:...

In this video we cover some of the reasons why some dealerships ignore the Parts and Service Departments. If they concentrate in building up these departments then they could easily attain potential profits that could essentially keep the dealership afloat. Grab a copy of my book: https://partsmanagerpro.gumroad.com/l/qtqax "The Parts Manager Guide" - https://www.amazon.com/Parts-Manager-Guide-Str...

When a customer bought a brand new Toyota Highlander SUV from a dealerships, he was encouraged to buy a protection plan, That's what salesperson do, they upsell. But when his SUV was stolen he decided to cash in on this policy. They refused so he sought the help of Global News in Toronto after exhausting all other avenues. It seems cancel culture is the new legal recourse. Link to the featured art...

Latest industry data shows India surpassing Japan to become world's third largest auto market. Link to the featured video: https://youtu.be/JA0ZKqrC0K0 Grab a copy of my book: https://partsmanagerpro.gumroad.com/l/qtqax "The Parts Manager Guide" - https://www.amazon.com/Parts-Manager-Guide-Strategies-Maximize-ebook/dp/B09S23HQ1P/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3UZYOGZJUNJ9K&keywords=parts+manager+guide&qi...

With vehicle theft on the rise, lawmakers want manufacturers and owners to implement more security and be more vigilant. Link to the article: https://www.wect.com/2022/12/10/thieves-steal-10-vehicles-nc-car-dealership/ Grab a copy of my book: https://partsmanagerpro.gumroad.com/l/qtqax "The Parts Manager Guide" - https://www.amazon.com/Parts-Manager-Guide-Strategies-Maximize-ebook/dp/B09S23HQ1P/re...

Watch as industry insiders give their take on the current parts shortage affecting their businesses and ultimately customers who will have to face extended wait time for repairs. Link to the featured article/video: https://globalnews.ca/news/9356719/canada-market-2023-planning-to-buy-a-car/ Grab a copy of my book: https://partsmanagerpro.gumroad.com/l/qtqax "The Parts Manager Guide" - https://www....

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Man explains his "bad dealership experience" on TikTok after his 2014 Nissan Altima broke down a month shortly after purchase. Grab a copy of my book: https://partsmanagerpro.gumroad.com/l/qtqax "The Parts Manager Guide" - https://www.amazon.com/Parts-Manager-Guide-Strategies-Maximize-ebook/dp/B09S23HQ1P/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3UZYOGZJUNJ9K&keywords=parts+manager+guide&qid=1644443157&sprefix=...