Automotive Field Theory

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech

Matt Fanslow explores the themes of branding and employee culture, inspired by the TV show "Yellowstone." Matt emphasizes the importance of a culture where team members support each other, continuous skill improvement through training and the significance of mentorship.

Show Notes

• Discussion on "Yellowstone" (00:01:11)
• Branding in the Context of the Show (00:03:43)
• Employee Branding and Culture (00:05:15)
• Uniforms as Symbols of Value (00:06:34)
• Importance of Team Support (00:07:55)
• Continuous Improvement in the Workplace (00:10:35)
• Character Growth and Skill Development (00:12:52)
• Setting Expectations for Employees (00:14:13)
• Valuing Employee Contributions (00:16:55)

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech

NAPA Autotech’s team of ASE Master Certified Instructors are conducting over 1,200 classes covering 28 automotive topics. To see a selection, go to napaautotech.com for more details.

Contact Information

• Email Matt: [email protected]
• Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel

The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/

Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life. https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/

Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/

The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/

The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/

Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size. https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech

Matt Fanslow welcomes mobile diagnostic technician Rich Falco to explore the intriguing parallels between poker strategies and automotive diagnostics.

Show Notes

• Watch Full Video Episode
• Discussion on Poker (00:01:02)
• Evolution of Poker Strategies (00:02:22)
• Game Theory and Diagnostics (00:04:35)
• Common Misunderstandings (00:12:07)
• Real-World Diagnostic Scenarios (00:13:26)
• Electric Vehicle Training (00:15:46)
• Power Window Diagnosis (00:16:44)
• Poker Predictions (00:18:05)
• Understanding Poker Players (00:19:01)
• Reading Opponents (00:20:14)
• Experience in Diagnostics (00:22:03)
• The Importance of Training (00:23:22)
• Shop Culture Changes (00:26:09)
• Technology in Poker (00:30:21)
• AI and Diagnostics (00:31:08)
• Access to Training Resources (00:32:07)
• Young Technicians' Knowledge (00:33:05)
• Poker vs. Automotive Diagnostics (00:33:24)

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech

NAPA Autotech’s team of ASE Master Certified Instructors are conducting over 1,200 classes covering 28 automotive topics. To see a selection, go to napaautotech.com for more details.

Contact Information

• Email Matt: [email protected]
• Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel

The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/

Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life. https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/

Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/

The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/

The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/

Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size. https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/

Matt Fanslow discusses how genuine curiosity can enhance diagnostic practices and improve interactions with clients and colleagues. Matt emphasizes the importance of approaching situations with curiosity rather than judgment, both in technical diagnostics and workplace relationships. He illustrates how curiosity can lead to more effective repairs and better understanding of employee performance. 

Show Notes

• Curiosity vs. Judgment (00:01:18)
• Scientific Method in Diagnostics (00:03:00)
• Understanding Electrical Systems (00:04:25)
• Preparing for New Technologies (00:07:01)
• Curiosity in Management (00:08:16)
• Exploring Performance Issues (00:09:39)
• Identifying Systemic Issues (00:13:05)
• Open Communication in the Workplace (00:14:12)
• Customer Interactions and Curiosity (00:15:29)
• Cultural Impact of Judgment (00:17:50)
• The Importance of Curiosity in Diagnostics (00:19:10)
• Curiosity in Personal Relationships (00:20:16)
• Curiosity as a Tool Against Judgment (00:21:30)

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech

NAPA Autotech’s team of ASE Master Certified Instructors are conducting over 1,200 classes covering 28 automotive topics. To see a selection, go to napaautotech.com for more details.

Contact Information

• Email Matt: [email protected]
• Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel

The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/

Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life. https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/

Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/

The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/

The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/

Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size. https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/

Matt Fanslow and licensed marriage and family therapist Margaret Light explore the theme of expectations in interpersonal relationships.

Matt Fanslow shares a personal story about trying to surprise his wife and her friend with a thoughtful gesture that didn’t turn out as he’d hoped. This experience opens up a conversation about how expectations are shaped, highlighting the difference between clear and unspoken expectations and why direct communication is essential. They also discuss cultural influences on expectations and the value of ongoing dialogue to manage them effectively, ultimately promoting healthier relationships.

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech

NAPA Autotech’s team of ASE Master Certified Instructors are conducting over 1,200 classes covering 28 automotive topics. To see a selection, go to napaautotech.com for more details.

Contact Information

• Email Matt: [email protected]
• Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel

The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/

Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life. https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/

Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/

The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/

The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/

Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size. https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/

Oil analysis expert Lake Speed Jr., "The Motor Oil Geek," explains the critical role of oil analysis in diagnosing engine health and performance. Lake Speed Jr. is the son of race car driver Lake Speed Sr.

Lake Speed Jr.

• https://www.speediagnostix.com
• www.youtube.com/@themotoroilgeek

Show Notes

• Discussion on Friction and Lubrication (00:00:45)
• Oil Analysis Services (00:02:12)
• Importance of Trend Analysis (00:03:13)
• Interpreting Oil Analysis Data (00:05:29)
• Evidence-Based Diagnosis (00:06:34)
• Identifying Head Gasket Leaks (00:07:22)
• Comparing Testing Methods (00:09:10)
• Experience in Oil Analysis (00:11:47)
• Early Detection of Engine Issues (00:12:43)
• Fuel Dilution Problems (00:13:18)
• Diesel Engine Challenges (00:17:11)
• Diagnostic Value of Oil Samples (00:18:55)
• Ecosystem of Vehicle Data (00:19:57)
• Value to Vehicle Owners (00:21:19)
• Misunderstandings About Motor Oil (00:22:45)
• Data-Driven Decisions (00:25:01)
• Importance of Filtration (00:26:24)
• Foam and Lubrication Properties (00:30:18)
• The Impact of Innovation (00:32:08)
• Rules Evolving from Success (00:32:30)
• Promoting Oil Analysis (00:32:46)

Contact Information

• Email Matt: [email protected]
• Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel

The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/

Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life. https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/

Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/

The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/

The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/

Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size. https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/No Show Notes!!!

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech

NAPA Autotech’s team of ASE Master Certified Instructors are conducting over 1,200 classes covering 28 automotive topics. To see a selection, go to napaautotech.com for more details.

Matt explores integrity and ethical behavior in the automotive repair industry. Using a reality TV challenge show as a metaphor, Matt illustrates how individuals can manipulate situations for personal gain, paralleling the ethical dilemmas faced by technicians who may lie to customers or recommend unnecessary repairs to boost earnings. He discusses the impact of reward systems, particularly flat-rate compensation, on behavior and introduces the "cobra effect" to highlight unintended negative consequences. Matt encourages listeners to reflect on their practices and prioritize integrity to build trust and ensure sustainable business success.

• Integrity and ethical behavior in the automotive repair industry
• The impact of reward systems on technician behavior
• Flat-rate compensation and its implications for ethical practices
• Manipulation and deception in competitive environments
• The "cobra effect" and unintended consequences of reward systems
• The importance of maintaining professional integrity
• Financial literacy and its role in decision-making for technicians
• Strategies for continuous improvement in business practices
• The relationship between compensation structures and quality of work

Contact Information

• Email Matt: [email protected]
• Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel

The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/

Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life. https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/

Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/

The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/

The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/

Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size. https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/No Show Notes!!!

Matt Fanslow leads an in-depth discussion focusing on electric motor current and relative compression tests.

Show Notes

• ACCESS PICO FILES: https://bit.ly/3NgSdvO
• Overview of Electric Motor Current (00:00:11)
• Pico Scope Software (00:01:23)
• Understanding Waveforms (00:02:25)
• Setting Up Current Probes (00:04:09)
• Disabling the Fuel System (00:06:14)
• Configuring the Oscilloscope (00:07:18)
• Testing Current Consistency (00:10:35)
• Application to Other Electric Motors (00:12:55)
• Interpreting Waveform Patterns (00:16:13)
• Relative Compression Test Overview (00:17:25)
• Interpreting Waveform Peaks (00:18:34)rs.
• Identifying Global Compression Issues (00:19:54)
• Using Amplitude Cursors (00:21:04)
• Diagnosing Ignition Timing (00:24:23)
• Visual Confirmation of Cylinder Count (00:26:33)
• Identifying Misfiring Cylinders (00:27:38)
• Analyzing Low Compression Waveforms (00:30:06)
• Understanding Air Spring Effects in Engines (00:34:04)

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech

Matt Fanslow dives into the intricacies of customer interactions within the automotive repair industry, highlighting the critical role of communication, trust, and validation. He draws insightful comparisons between personal relationships and client engagements, noting how defensive behavior from employees can undermine trust. Matt underscores the importance of fostering an environment where clients and employees feel safe expressing their concerns. He offers practical communication strategies, such as validating emotions and responding with empathy, and recommends resources like the Gottman Institute for deeper understanding. The episode highlights empathy as a cornerstone for cultivating strong, lasting relationships with both clients and employees.

Show Notes

• Dating Isn't Emotional Rehab with Margaret Light [E081]: https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/episode/081
• Relationships 101 with Margaret Light [E058]: https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/episode/058
• The Importance of Relationships (00:02:50)
• Insights from John Gottman (00:04:09)
• Creating a Safe Space for Clients (00:07:02)
• Understanding Validation (00:08:22)
• Consequences of Invalidating Feelings (00:09:35)
• The Role of Safe Spaces for Employees (00:11:50)
• Open Dialogue and Solutions (00:13:01)
• Addressing Client Concerns (00:14:15)
• Escalation of Emotions in Interactions (00:15:38)
• Reassuring Clients During Tensions (00:18:02)
• Creating Trust in Relationships (00:19:10)
• Building Client Loyalty (00:22:51).
• Proactive Communication Strategies (00:26:20)
• The Impact of Empathy on Business (00:27:36)

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech

NAPA Autotech’s team of ASE Master Certified Instructors are conducting over 1,200 classes covering 28 automotive topics. To see a selection, go to napaautotech.com for more details.

Contact Information

• Email Matt: [email protected]
• Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel

The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/

Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life. https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/

Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/

The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/

The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/

Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size. https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/

Rapid Fire Questions with Tracy Capriotto!

• Watch Full Video Episode

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech

NAPA Autotech’s team of ASE Master Certified Instructors are conducting over 1,200 classes covering 28 automotive topics. To see a selection, go to napaautotech.com for more details.

Contact Information

• Email Matt: [email protected]
• Diagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube Channel

The Aftermarket Radio Network: https://aftermarketradionetwork.com/

Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life. https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/

Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/

The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/

The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/

Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size. https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/

Matt Fanslow addresses misconceptions in the automotive repair industry, focusing on a viral social media video about tire repair. Matt explains the importance of following manufacturer protocols, the risks of improper repairs, and the need for ongoing consumer education. He emphasizes the long-term integrity of honest repairs and advises consumers to ask questions rather than assume malintent from repair shops. 

Show Notes

• Watch Full Video
• Puncture Repair Procedures: https://www.ustires.org/sites/default/files/2021-10/Puncture_repair_handout_17_2.pdf
• Tire Repair: What You Can and Cannot Repair on a Flat Tire: https://www.continental-tires.com/products/b2c/tire-knowledge/tire-repair/
• Faulty Tire Repair Brings $22.8 Million Court Award: https://www.shopownermag.com/faulty-tire-repair-brings-22-8-million-court-award/
• $22.8 Million Faulty Tire Repair Entirely Avoidable: https://www.tirereview.com/22-8-million-faulty-tire-repair-entirely-avoidable/
• Discussion on Auto Repair Integrity (00:01:06)
• Personal Tire Repair Experience (00:01:17)
• Cost Comparison of Tire Repairs (00:02:25)
• Incompetence vs. Scamming (00:02:33)
• Lack of Standard Protocols (00:04:07)
• Importance of Manufacturer Protocols (00:04:41)
• Tire Repair Limitations (00:08:37)
• Legal Precedents in Auto Repair (00:09:42)
• Consumer Awareness and Questions (00:10:55)
• Disconnect Between Clients and Mechanics (00:12:04)

The Aftermarket Radio Network

Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion

Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life.

The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level.

The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching.

Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest.

Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size.