John Gavin

True Confessions of a Car Guy

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Buckle up. This is the car business like you've never heard it before. Hosted by John Gavin and co-hosted by Richard Luciano — two veterans with a combined 80+ years in the industry — True Confessions of a Car Guy pulls back the curtain on the wild, unfiltered world of automotive sales. The highs, the lows, the stories they don't put in the brochure. John brings 40+ years of old-school wisdom. Richard brings 42 years of experience, East Coast roots, and a family background you don't ask too many questions about. Alongside producer Bagi, they deliver the perfect mix of real stories, real laughs...

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EP003: - Inside the FTC-Car Dealership Showdown -- John Gavin 16.05.2025 30:45

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the CARS Rule, its recent legal challenges, and the significant effects it is having on the automotive industry. We discuss how the Federal Trade Commission’s efforts to regulate auto retail practices were halted by the Fifth Circuit Court in early 2025, sparing dealers from costly compliance requirements. We also examine the broader impact of this deve...

EP001: - "Profit"—Now a Dirty Word? Since When?! -- John Gavin 07.05.2025 31:27

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to EP001, our fist show. Today we introduce ourselves to the world and also talk about an important legal case concerning dealers, The Jimmy Douvas story. We also have a few laughs and share some crazy stories https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa2huT3VhYmh1TFNwVnZUSVpfTk9mU2xQUGkxZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuTUcxMDlGT29BM0VJa29DR29OSUlRbU5ES...

EP002: - Chassis Under Fire: Automotive Industry vs. Government - John Gavin 07.05.2025 33:09

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of True Confessions of a Car Guy , we continue our coverage of the Jimmy Douvas case, spotlighting the increasing public support surrounding his situation. We also report on a significant vote in Congress that could shape the future of gas-powered vehicle sales across the country. Have a story of your own from the car world? Reach out to us at confessionsofacarguy@...

EP001: Sneak Peak -- 5/1/2025 28.04.2025 1:50

Send us Fan Mail The podcast will officially launch May 1, 2025. Here is a sneak peak

Intro: Who is John Gavin, and why do this podcast? 11.09.2023 14:55

Send us Fan Mail This show is about a time gone by of how it was really like to work in the car business. This show is not about how to get a great deal on a new car, or tips and tricks for car dealers to use to maximize profits. The Host of the show is John Gavin, a car guy with over 40 years of experience in the car business, its time to step back and reflect on those fun and crazy times. The...

Promo: True confessions of a car guy 07.09.2023 0:53