Gain Traction

By Mike Edge

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The Gain Traction Podcast features top tire and auto repair professionals, shop owners, industry executives, and thought leaders.

Episode Date
AAA’s Playbook for Fixing the Technician Shortage
May 13, 2026
The Franchise Advantage Nobody Talks About Enough
May 06, 2026
The New Playbook for Independent Tire Dealers
Apr 29, 2026
The Real Issues Independent Tire Dealers Are Facing in 2026
Apr 22, 2026
Why Most Auto Shops Fail When They Try to Scale
Apr 15, 2026
The Process That Took an Auto Shop from $40K to $100K a Month
Apr 08, 2026
Why Independent Shops May Lose the Right to Repair
Apr 01, 2026
How Do Peer Groups Help Auto Shop Owners Grow?
Mar 25, 2026
Are Cheap Truck Tires Actually Costing Fleets More?
Mar 18, 2026
What Makes an Auto Repair Business Last 30+ Years?
Mar 11, 2026
What High-Performing Shop Owners Understand About Growth
Mar 04, 2026
Can a Value Tire Brand Win Without Competing on Price?
Feb 25, 2026
Inside Point S: The Cooperative Changing Tire Retail Growth
Feb 18, 2026
Is Your Auto Repair Shop Name Hurting Growth?
Feb 11, 2026
What’s Really Causing the Tire Industry Workforce Shortage?
Feb 04, 2026
Customer Follow-Up Is the Real Growth Lever in Auto Repair
Jan 28, 2026
What Leadership Move Transformed Six Auto Repair Shops Fast?
Jan 21, 2026
How Rad Air Built an Unstoppable High-Retention Auto Repair Culture
Jan 14, 2026
Could This $145 Investment Save Your Business Thousands?
Jan 07, 2026
A Year In Review on Gain Traction
Dec 31, 2025
What Drives a Successful Auto Repair Business to Grow Fast?
Dec 24, 2025
What Mistakes Can Destroy a Growing Auto Repair Business?
Dec 17, 2025
The Strategy Behind Big O Tires’ 466 Locations
Dec 10, 2025
Behind the Wheel at SEMA 2025: Meet the Industry Game-Changers – Part 4
Dec 03, 2025
Behind the Wheel at SEMA 2025: Meet the Industry Game-Changers - Part 3
Nov 28, 2025
Behind the Wheel at SEMA 2025: Meet the Industry Game-Changers - Part 2
Nov 26, 2025
Behind the Wheel at SEMA 2025: Meet the Industry Game-Changers - Part 1
Nov 19, 2025
Inside Hankook Tire North America’s Relentless Pursuit of Excellence
Nov 12, 2025
He Started Pumping Gas at 16… Now He Runs a $3.7M Auto Empire
Nov 05, 2025
Celebrating 200 Episodes! How Gain Traction Continues to Connect the Automotive Industry
Oct 29, 2025
Is Inflation Reshaping the Tire Industry in 2025?
Oct 22, 2025
The Fastest Path From Tier 4 to Tier 2 in Tire Industry History with Phillip Kane of Turbo Wholesale Tires
Oct 15, 2025
Why Customers Call AutoFlow the ‘Amazon Experience’ for Auto Repair with Chris Cloutier of Autoflow
Oct 08, 2025
Why Tire Dealers Can’t Afford to Miss SEMA 2025
Oct 01, 2025
From Burnout to Buy-In: How to Reignite Your Auto Repair Team
Sep 24, 2025
What Happens When a Tire Business Grows Too Fast? with Kamard Johnson of GTT Commercial Tires
Sep 17, 2025
Overwhelmed to Empowered: How Tire Shop Owners Are Taking Back Control
Sep 10, 2025
Why This COO Believes Scaling Starts With People, Not Profit with Tyler Paparello of AMG
Sep 03, 2025
How to Scale a Tire Brand Without Losing Community Trust with Christian Seem of Goodturn Tire & Auto
Aug 27, 2025
Why Tire Business Became the Trusted Voice of an Entire Industry with Bruce Davis of Tire Business
Aug 20, 2025
Lessons in Customer Service from a Century-Old Tire Company with Don Barnes III of Belle Tire
Aug 13, 2025
How a Farmer Turned a Small Tire Shop into a $26M Business
Aug 06, 2025
The Council That’s Quietly Shaping the Future of the Auto Industry
Jul 30, 2025
Employee Ownership and Rural Market Success With Adrian Rodriguez of Commercial Tire
Jul 23, 2025
Marketing Strategies To Boost Bay Traffic With Joe Schafranek of Tread Partners
Jul 16, 2025
An Open and Honest Approach to Marketing With Dan Kahn of Kahn Media
Jul 09, 2025
Legacy and Innovation With Dennis Feldman, Keleyah Miller and Justin Pursell of ITDG Next Gen
Jul 02, 2025
Secrets to Scaling Your Auto Service Business With Joe Tomarchio Jr. of FOCUS Investment Banking
Jun 25, 2025
Driving Success as a Family Business With Steven and Susan Moss of Wilson Tire Pros and Automotive
Jun 18, 2025
Why Racing and Auto Shops Go Hand in Hand With Rob Howden of USF Pro Racing
Jun 11, 2025
How To Build a Culture While Scaling Fast With Logan Leslie of Main Street Auto
Jun 04, 2025
How SEMA Supports Tire Shops and Small Businesses With Mike Spagnola of SEMA
May 28, 2025
From Food Service to Repair Shop Ownership With Nathan Rhodes of Total Automotive
May 21, 2025
Right To Repair With Roy Littlefield IV, VP of Government Affairs for the Tire Industry Association
May 14, 2025
From One Shop to a Regional Auto Empire With Brian Bates of EAS Tire & Auto
May 07, 2025
Building a Franchise Empire With Gus Herlong of Palmetto Garage Works
Apr 30, 2025
Racing, Risk, and Resilience With David Schardt of Forgeline Motorsports
Apr 23, 2025
One-Stop Tire and Accessories Shopping with Richard Balan, President of RTA
Apr 16, 2025
A Unique Approach to Business Growth With John Teddy, CEO of Straightaway Tire & Auto
Apr 09, 2025
Trail Tire Annual General Meeting
Apr 02, 2025
Selling a Repair Shop for Maximum Profit With Giorgio Andonian of FOCUS Investment Banking
Mar 26, 2025
The Art of Building Relationships With Scott Bishop of Sailun Tires Americas
Mar 19, 2025
Automotive Excellence With 2024 AAPEX Technician of the Year Johnathon Bemis
Mar 12, 2025
From Oil Changes to Leadership With TJ White of Tire Source Neighborhood Car Care
Mar 05, 2025
Adrenaline, Autos, and Achievements With Cory Brown of Cory's Point S Tire
Feb 26, 2025
Balancing Tradition and Growth With Ryan Thueson of Clair and Dee’s Tire
Feb 19, 2025
Point S Tire USA Annual Conference
Feb 12, 2025
Tire Shop Lessons With Dustin Dobbs, Hunt Demarest, Walter Lybeck, Steven Fafel, and Ron Dolan
Feb 05, 2025
Revolutionizing Auto Repair Using AI With Linda Gray of Mastertech.ai
Jan 29, 2025
From Tires to Touchdowns With Jack Limbaugh, President of Jack’s OK Tire Service
Jan 22, 2025
Rolling Into the Future: The East Bay Tire Legacy and Vision With Joseph Pehanick
Jan 08, 2025
Core Values Drive Success With Dave Christopher, Co-founder and Co-owner of Tread Partners
Jan 02, 2025
Revolutionizing Tire Service With Derek Naidoo, CEO of USA GoMobile
Dec 26, 2024
Transforming the Tire Industry With Ryan Ragan of Automotive Service & Tire Alliance
Dec 18, 2024
[SEMA Series] At SEMA With Seth Glauberman, Jim Ring, Justin Rae, Brock Swentzel, Mike Graber, and Sonny McDonald
Dec 04, 2024
[SEMA Series] Roy Littlefield IV, Sam Felberbaum, Lance Bullock, Norris Marshall, and Michael Mathis
Nov 26, 2024
[SEMA Series] Connecting Tire Leaders with Don Detore, Clint Young, Doug Kershaw, Melanie White, and Scott Bishop
Nov 20, 2024
Focusing on Helping Independent Tire Dealers With Mike Burns of ITDG
Nov 13, 2024
Work Ethic and Success With Dustin Dobbs of Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers
Nov 06, 2024
Empowering Leadership and Family Legacy With Reed Parman of Big Chief Tire
Oct 23, 2024
Overcoming Entrepreneurial Challenges With Jared Kugel of Tire Agent
Oct 16, 2024
Navigating the Road to Trust With Kermit Pridemore of Smoky Hill Auto Service
Oct 09, 2024
Steering the Wheels of Change With Chris Barry of Independent Tire Dealer Group
Oct 02, 2024
Tires Transformed For Sustainability With David Brandenstein and Mark Kinkelaar of Prism Worldwide
Sep 25, 2024
It’s All About The People With Eric Gill at Gills Point S Tire & Auto Service
Sep 18, 2024
A Customer-Centric Approach to Success With Brandon Tracey of Bay Area Point S Tire & Auto Service
Sep 11, 2024
The Art of Scaling Integrity in the Tire Business With Seth Sands of Good Turn Tire & Auto
Sep 04, 2024
Steering Western Canada's Tire Landscape With James O’Reilly of Tire Trail
Aug 28, 2024
Craig Bruneel — Chairman of the Board of Point S Dealers and Owner of Bruneel Point S Tire & Auto
Aug 21, 2024
Steering an Automotive Legacy Forward With Mike Allen of Carfix
Aug 14, 2024
The Man Behind The Hit Show Muscle & Classics, E. Red
Aug 07, 2024
ITDG Tire Dealer of The Year - Wilks Tire & Battery Service - Logan Wilks
Jul 31, 2024
Ownership, Acquisitions, and Mergers With Tommy Gaynor and Chris Garman of Sun Auto Tire & Service
Jul 24, 2024
Driving Innovation: From a Steel Worker’s Son to an Industry Leader With Mike Graber of Toyo Tires
Jul 11, 2024
From Family Business to Tire Titans With Joe and John Inchiostro of St. Louis Wholesale Tire
Jun 20, 2024
Scheduling Service Appointments With Ease With Steven Fafel of AutoOps
Jun 05, 2024
From New Leads to Loyal Customers: Marketing Insights With Neal Maier, Co-Founder of Tread Partners
May 29, 2024
Small Beginnings, Big Success With Nick Fox and Vanessa Larson of Gills Point S Tire & Auto
May 22, 2024
Discussing Generational Tire Shops With Randy O'Connor, Bobby Gillespie, Kyle Moore and Kayla Heiar
May 15, 2024
Building a Winning Wholesale Tire Division With Douglas Kershaw of KAL Group
May 08, 2024
Cultivating Customer Connections With Cody Hammer, Area Sales Manager at Trusted Tire and Auto
May 01, 2024
Providing Large-Scale Service and Small-Scale Care With Brian Quisenberry of S&S Tire
Apr 24, 2024
Racing Toward a Purpose With Fred Roger and Stephen Kantarze of The Veterans Trust
Apr 17, 2024
Tread Carefully: Ensuring Roadside Safety With David Bennett of AAA
Apr 10, 2024
Empowering Employees for Success With Baker Ghanim of Tire Store Service Center and oTo Solutions
Apr 03, 2024
From Food to Tires: A Customer Service Journey With Brooke Johnson of McMahon's Best-One Tire
Mar 27, 2024
Navigating Auto Repairs With Empathy With Lee McWilliams of Midas
Mar 20, 2024
Keys to Customer Engagement With Jason Widmer of AAA Auto Repair and Darren McLea of DJM Solutions
Mar 13, 2024
Nurturing Organizational Cohesion and Camaraderie With Walter Lybeck of Point S Tire
Mar 06, 2024
Secrets of Exceptional Service With Cristol Duke and Heather Langdon of Gerald's Tires & Brakes
Feb 28, 2024
Generational Wisdom and Customer Focus With Clint and Clay Watts of Gerald's Tires & Brakes
Feb 21, 2024
Exceptional Tires, Equal Treatment With Charles Vickery of Beggs Tire & Wheel
Feb 14, 2024
Work Experience Must Be Rewarding and Fun: Danny Smith of Same Day Auto Repair
Jan 31, 2024
Shaping Pros Through Innovative Training With Scott Blair of T.R.A.C.K. Auto Training and Network
Jan 24, 2024
Tires, Tears, and Triumphs: A 25-Year Odyssey With Jeff Mullersman of ATTURO Tires
Jan 17, 2024
Realities of the Tire Business With Hunt Demarest of Paar, Melis & Associates
Jan 03, 2024
How To Create a $6m Store With a Great Winning Culture With Todd Hayes, Joe Adams and Glenn Piccolo
Dec 20, 2023
A Personal Support System for Independent Auto Shops With George Kingman of Advanced Shop Leadership
Dec 06, 2023
Optimizing Performance by Committing to Staff Development With Charles Mesones of Cook’s Tire & Service
Nov 29, 2023
Using Technology To Establish Customer Trust With Keegan Wentz, President of McMahon Tech Center
Nov 22, 2023
Camaraderie and Passion on Full Display at the 2023 SEMA Trade Show With Mike Edge of Tread Partners
Nov 10, 2023
Recognizing the Good and Fixing the Bad With Randy O’Connor of Dealer to Dealer Development Group
Nov 08, 2023
Reacting to Changes in the Marketplace With Michael Chung of Auto Care Association
Nov 01, 2023
The Importance of Trust From Tire Dealers and Customers With Cody Lang of Tire Solutions
Oct 25, 2023
The Value of a Long-Term Exit Strategy With Giorgio Andonian of FOCUS Investment Banking
Oct 18, 2023
A Reporter’s Journey From Covering Sports to Tires With Don Detore of Tire Business
Oct 11, 2023
Truth and Transparency in the Tire Industry With Frank Frattale of Trimax Tire-Maxon International
Oct 04, 2023
Profits and Product Performance Produce Partnerships With Scott Weeden of Barnwell House of Tires
Sep 27, 2023
Looking Back on 100 Episodes With Neal Maier, David Christopher, and Mike Edge of Tread Partners
Sep 20, 2023
Revolutionizing Tire Sales With George Silagadze, Vice President of TireConnect
Sep 13, 2023
Relationships Drive Success With JP Gallagher, President of Gallagher Tire
Sep 06, 2023
Growing Customer Awareness With Bill Bainbridge, Former VP of Marketing and Business Development with CJ’s Tire and Automotive
Aug 30, 2023
How Core Values Enhance Credibility With John Repp, Sales Manager for Dunlap & Kyle Co.
Aug 16, 2023
How To Hire a Great Technician With Chris Lawson of Technician Find
Aug 09, 2023
Expanding Your Portfolio To Meet Customer Demand With Lance Bullock of OE Wheels
Aug 02, 2023
Supplying and Servicing Big Tires in the Mining Industry With Mason Hess of Purcell Tire
Jul 26, 2023
Roy Littlefield of the Tire Industry Association on Tire Registration and Right to Repair Legislation
Jul 19, 2023
Innovating Software to Accommodate Customer Demands With Dave Vogel, General Manager at ASA Automotive Systems
Jul 05, 2023
Fascinating Insights Into the Production of Automotive TV Shows With Tom Diaz, Coordinating Producer at Bright Bay Creative
Jun 28, 2023
A Voice for Independent Tire Dealers With Jason Rook, President and CEO of Independent Tire Dealers Group
Jun 14, 2023
Increasing Sales Through Effective and Thorough Training With Robert “Sonny” McDonald, Senior National Training Manager at Toyo Tires Corp USA
Jun 07, 2023
Selling Tires Without a Sales Pitch With Ron Dolan, President at Sailun Tire North America
May 31, 2023
The Value of Experienced and Empathetic Leadership With Kyle Blankenhorn of Ken’s Tire
May 24, 2023
Promoting a Tire Brand by Sponsoring a Sport With Samuel Felberbaum, President at Prinx Chengshan Tire
May 17, 2023
Eliminating Fear From the Payment Process With Chris Talevi, Vice President of Sales at PayTomorrow
May 10, 2023
Tackling Tire Industry Software With Jay Adams, President of MaddenCo
May 03, 2023
Simply Subscribe to Your Sweet Ride With Immanuel Klaiber and Jürgen Lobach of FINN
Apr 26, 2023
The Fruits of Being a Franchisee With Brian Beers, President at Prenlyn Automotive
Apr 19, 2023
Do the Right Thing and Have Fun With Joe McDonald, Vice President of Sales at Jasper Engines & Transmissions
Apr 12, 2023
Ensuring Customers’ Cars are Safe, Reliable, and Efficient With Craig O’Neill, Vice President of Training at Autoflow
Apr 05, 2023
Servicing Your Vehicles Wherever With Angie Oleson, Business Lead at Firestone Direct
Mar 29, 2023
Using Technology To Increase Your Shop’s Efficiency With James Krakower of JMK
Mar 22, 2023
Tires and Technology in Tandem With Kevin Marley, Managing Director at E-Solution Professionals
Mar 15, 2023
Successful Franchising With Charles Bonfiglio, CEO at Tint World
Mar 08, 2023
Tires Are a People Business With Kent Coleman, Owner at Big O Tires
Mar 01, 2023
Easy Money for Tire Dealers With Mike Edge, Director of Business Development With Tread Partners
Feb 22, 2023
The Benefits of Association Membership With Tony DeSimone, Executive Director at New England Tire and Service Association (NETSA)
Feb 16, 2023
Turning Old Tires Into Treasure With John Ward, E-commerce Manager at Allen Rubber Co.
Feb 15, 2023
Bringing Tires to the People With Jay Condrick, Owner at Boston Mobile Tire
Feb 08, 2023
Building a Culture and Getting Buy-in With Darren McLea, Business Development Consultant at Molloy Business Development Group
Feb 01, 2023
Culture Eats Strategy for Lunch With Kim McMahon, President at McMahon's Best-One Tire
Jan 25, 2023
An Appreciation for Hard Work With Quinton Molnar, Director of Marketing and Business Development at Ward Tirecraft
Jan 18, 2023
Building Long-Lasting Client Relationships With Matthew Peters, Business Development Manager at Tread Partners
Jan 11, 2023
Sticking to What You Do Best With Larry Sutton, President and Founder of RNR Tire Express
Jan 04, 2023
Growing Your Tire Business With Judd K. Shader, Founder and CEO at Leeds West Groups
Dec 28, 2022
Building a Positive Work Environment With Al Pridemore, CEO and Co-owner of Pride Auto Care
Dec 21, 2022
Culture Is Everything With Joe Rush, Owner of Rush Automotive
Dec 14, 2022
Implementing a Strategic Process With Randy O’Connor of MTD TEN
Dec 07, 2022
Working Your Way From Lube Tech to Owner With Brad Updegraff, Owner of Dave's Ultimate Automotive
Nov 30, 2022
Growing Your Tire Business With Judd K. Shader, Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Leeds West Groups
Nov 23, 2022
Every Phone Call Is Valuable With Jeff Scherer, Founder of Ntelegence
Nov 16, 2022
Building a Great Culture with Max Gardner, Founder of Tire Max
Nov 09, 2022
The Fight for Your Right To Repair With Tim Winkeler, President and CEO of VIP Tires & Service
Nov 02, 2022
Family and Fun + Tires and Cars With Rick Benton II, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at BTS Tire & Wheel Distributors and Black’s Tire and Auto Service
Oct 26, 2022
Staffing and Branding a Venerable Company With Kate Speelman, Brand Management and Talent Acquisition Specialist at Rice Tire
Oct 19, 2022
The Joy of Selling Your Own Tires With Michael Mathis, Founder and President of Atturo Tire Corp.
Oct 12, 2022
Minimizing Headaches and Maximizing Efficiency With Crissy Zellers of Accelerate Personalized Sales Solutions
Sep 28, 2022
Profit Sharing Increases Caring With Dick Erickson, Founder of Sun Tire and Author of How the Rubber Meets the Road.
Sep 21, 2022
How and When To Sell Your Auto Shop With Michael McGregor
Aug 31, 2022
Never Stop Evolving With Dwayne Myers, Co-Owner and Managing Partner of Dynamic Automotive
Aug 24, 2022
Providing Great Customer Experiences Regardless of Circumstances With Sally Thomas, Co-Owner of J.P. Thomas & Company
Aug 17, 2022
Generating Loyalty and Avoiding Complacency With Steven Stamey, Operations Manager at Maxi Auto Service Centers
Aug 10, 2022
Finding the Right Customers for Your Shop With Neal Maier, Co-Founder of Tread Partners
Aug 03, 2022
Finding the Best Tires at the Best Price With Tim Shaffer, CEO and Co-Founder of Search Tires
Jul 27, 2022
Providing Great Car Care in Tough Economic Times With Brian Sump, Owner and President of Urban Autocare
Jul 20, 2022
Thriving in Difficult Times With Doug Miller, President of St. Lucie Battery & Tire
Jul 13, 2022
Get Your Old Customers Back with Neal Maier, Co-Founder at Tread Partners
Jun 23, 2022
The Incredible Value of Telling Your Shop’s Story with Patrick Egan, Founder and CEO of Spark Interactive
Jun 15, 2022
Maximizing Customer Retention with Clare Hetherington of DriveRightData
Jun 08, 2022
Communicating With Customers About Car Repair
May 25, 2022
Growing and Sustaining a Family Business
May 18, 2022
Introducing Floww Digital
May 11, 2022
Updating Your Tire Data Solutions
Apr 27, 2022
Building Outstanding Business Relationships
Apr 20, 2022
Cultivating a Culture of Growth
Apr 06, 2022
The Advantages of Automated Software
Mar 30, 2022
[Year in Review] Connecting Pioneers Across the Automotive Industry
Mar 23, 2022
Picking the Right Location for Your Shop
Mar 16, 2022
How To Smoothen Your Acquisition Process
Mar 09, 2022
Turning Missed Maintenance Into Sales Opportunities
Feb 09, 2022
Inspiring Success by Sharing Stories
Feb 02, 2022
Top-Notch Training for Hybrid and EV
Jan 26, 2022
From A Mall Basement to Multi-Location Tire Business
Jan 19, 2022
Continuing Education for Tire Employees
Jan 12, 2022
Building a Unified Team Culture
Jan 05, 2022
Attracting Customers Through Interactive Videos
Dec 29, 2021
​​Establishing Credibility Through Social Media
Dec 22, 2021
Building Up the Automotive Community with Tricia Sauls of ASTA
Dec 15, 2021
Building Better Together with Michael Chung of Auto Care Association
Dec 01, 2021
Creating a Work Happy, Values-Based Culture with Marc Pons of Chapel Hill Tire
Nov 24, 2021
Creating an Inclusive Automotive Business with Jody DeVere of AskPatty.com
Nov 17, 2021
Acquisition for Exponential Growth with Jeffry Gardner of Sun Auto
Oct 20, 2021
Expanding Your Automotive Chain with Jenn Mello of Tire Outlet
Oct 13, 2021
What is the Transformers Institute? Meet Their VP, Fernando Miranda
Oct 06, 2021
Preparing for an Exit with Dennis McCarron
Sep 29, 2021
Building a Thriving Startup with George Fandos
Sep 22, 2021
Hiring and Retaining Quality Employees with Mike Allen
Sep 15, 2021
Changing the Money Conversation with Jeff Tucker
Sep 08, 2021
How to Take Strategic Business Risks with Jarid Lundeen
Sep 01, 2021
The Recipe for a Successful Website in the Tire Industry with Matt Peters of Tireweb Marketing
Aug 18, 2021
Developing Trust in the Automotive Industry with Tommy Gaynor of Gaynor’s Automotive
Aug 11, 2021
Customer Satisfaction, Franchising, and Marketing in the Auto Care Industry with Andy Fiffick of Rad Air
Aug 04, 2021
Franchising in the Auto Care Industry with Bill Snow of Rad Air
Jul 19, 2021
Achieving Successful Sales Strategies with Dan Molloy of Molloy Sales Development Group
Jul 19, 2021
Who is the Real Competition to Tire Dealers and Auto Shop Owners?
Jul 19, 2021
Starting an Agency and Finding Your Niche with Neal Maier and David Christopher of Tread Partners
Jul 19, 2021
How Action Gator Tire Increased Leads by Over 276.45%
Jun 17, 2021