How Tesla, Tariffs & Market Shifts Are Reshaping Car Sales | David Thomas, Director of Content Marketing at CDK Global

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Today, I’m sitting down with David Thomas, Director of Content Marketing at CDK Global to discuss: Tesla polarizing customers and the brands they are flocking to, The potential impact of auto tariffs and how manufacturers are pivoting, the coming drought of used rental inventory—plus much more.

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Topics:

00:00: Intro

00:08 What is the current state of the auto industry?

01:10 What is David Thomas’ background and experience?

02:46 How does economic uncertainty affect consumer behavior?

06:26 How do inventory levels impact customer experience?

13:45 What are the latest trends in the EV market?

16:48 How does Tesla influence market dynamics and politics?

23:28 How can salesperson performance in dealerships improve?

30:34 What are the predictions for the auto industry’s future?

33:30 What are the final thoughts and conclusions?

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