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From $0 in 6 Years to 125 Dealerships with Robert Stettler


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In this episode, I sit down with Rob Stettler—founder, president, and the driving force behind Clear Car Concepts. From wrenching on lawnmowers in freezing Amish country as a second grader… to running one of the largest automotive accessory install operations in the U.S., Rob’s story is anything but ordinary.

We talk about the quiet power of consistency, what it’s really like to go six years in business without making a dime, and why sometimes the best salesperson… is no salesperson at all.

You'll hear how Rob went from a D-average high school student to graduating second in his college class, got recruited by Southeast Toyota, and spent nearly two decades learning the ins and outs of the automotive world before launching Clear Car Concepts. Then we dig into how faith, grit, and one timely conversation changed the course of his family and company forever.

We also get into:

  • The surprising strategy that grew his business from 4 stores to 125 (without a single salesperson)
  • What makes Xpel a standout partner—and why product alone isn’t enough
  • Why protection products like PPF and window tint are becoming must-haves for dealers and buyers alike
  • How customization and consumer habits are shaping the future of retail automotive
  • And the role family plays in building something that truly lasts

Whether you're a dealer, an entrepreneur, or someone who’s ever had to ask “Should I keep going?”, this is one of those conversations that leaves a mark.

Rob doesn’t just install film. He installs belief—into his team, into his family, and into the people lucky enough to work with him.

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