Repair Shops That Sell Tires and Use A.I. Are Winning
Confession No. 91 · with Greg Buckley & Dan Thieken · May 15, 2026 · 51 min.
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In this episode, Mike Allen, Greg Buckley and Dan Theiken break down the nuts and bolts of tire sales, sharing strategies for maximizing profits without getting buried in equipment costs. Greg dives into how strong local marketing (along with a well-branded shop van) has helped his shop stand out in a busy market. The crew also explores the fast-moving shift toward AI in the automotive aftermarket, from building smarter workflow tools to the dream of AI-powered estimating.
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