In this episode, I sit down with Miguel Michiels, COO of AutoChat, to explore how AI is transforming the car business from the inside out. Miguel has spent over a decade in automotive retail, helping dealerships and leasing companies rethink their strategies. From running pricing at LeasePlan to leading the omnichannel revolution at Carnext, he...

Welcome to the First Episode of The Car Dealership Podcast!  I’m Maarten Bekkers, founder of Auto Chat, and in this podcast, we’re diving deep into how AI and digital communication are reshaping the automotive industry. No overhyped buzzwords—just real conversations about what’s actually working in dealerships today. To kick things off, I’m joined by Michiel...