Mike Talks Cars

Mike Talks Cars

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Mike Talks Cars episodes

  • S2:E61 - Q1 sales numbers are down, The 2023 Toyota GR Corolla. And, selling during slow times. April 4th, 2022

    In this episode, Quarter 1 sales numbers are down across North America. Toyota is about to release a first-ever GR Corolla. And, when things are slow, working to find new customers is a worthwhile activity. Set those appointments.

    Mike Talks Cars is a daily sales training podcast addressing current news, quick updates on new vehicles, and something from this Automotive Trainer that you can do to take your Sales skills to the next level. New mini-episodes, like this one, will be available Monday - Friday by 1 PM Eastern time. Subscribe and join me for this quick run through the  Automotive world. I am your host, Mike Little, and have spent my career training Sales Consultants and Managers on how to create and deliver world-class Customer Experiences. You can find more from me on my website protraininggroup.ca, and on YouTube.

    5 min
  • S2:E60 - VinFast spends $2B in U.S. The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. A gasoline and electric compromise.

    In this episode, VinFast, the Vietnamese auto manufacturer will be spending 2 Billion dollars to build a plant in North Carolina. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is introduced. And, if EVs are too limiting for your driving needs, take a look at the Plug-in Hybrid models. They can be an excellent compromise.

    Mike Talks Cars is a daily sales training podcast addressing current news, quick updates on new vehicles, and something from this Automotive Trainer that you can do to take your Sales skills to the next level. New mini-episodes, like this one, will be available Monday - Friday by 1 PM Eastern time. Subscribe and join me for this quick run through the  Automotive world. I am your host, Mike Little, and have spent my career training Sales Consultants and Managers on how to create and deliver world-class Customer Experiences. You can find more from me on my website protraininggroup.ca, and on YouTube.

    5 min
  • S2:E59 - Battery production investments. The 2023 Mercedes GLC. And, Horsepower, what is it really? March 30th, 2022

    In this episode, Automakers and others are investing heavily into EV battery plants right now. The new Mercedes GLC is on its way. And I go over Horsepower. What is it and what is it good for?

    Mike Talks Cars is a daily sales training podcast addressing current news, quick updates on new vehicles, and something from this Automotive Trainer that you can do to take your Sales skills to the next level. New mini-episodes, like this one, will be available Monday - Friday by 1 PM Eastern time. Subscribe and join me for this quick run through the  Automotive world. I am your host, Mike Little, and have spent my career training Sales Consultants and Managers on how to create and deliver world-class Customer Experiences. You can find more from me on my website protraininggroup.ca, and on YouTube.

    5 min
  • S2:E58 - US quarterly sales are down. F150 gets snake bit. And, calculating power-to-ground. March 29th, 2022

    In this episode, Quarterly vehicle sales in the US are likely to be at their lowest point in a decade. Ford F150 adds a new Rattler package for off-road driving. And, I go over what power-to-ground means and how to calculate it. This is the true comparison for power between vehicles.

    Mike Talks Cars is a daily sales training podcast addressing current news, quick updates on new vehicles, and something from this Automotive Trainer that you can do to take your Sales skills to the next level. New mini-episodes, like this one, will be available Monday - Friday by 1 PM Eastern time. Subscribe and join me for this quick run through the  Automotive world. I am your host, Mike Little, and have spent my career training Sales Consultants and Managers on how to create and deliver world-class Customer Experiences. You can find more from me on my website protraininggroup.ca, and on YouTube.

    6 min
  • S2:E57 - NHTSA increases efficiency penalties. The Maserati Grecale introduced. And, which numbers should you know by heart? March 28th, 2022

    In this episode, The NHTSA has increased the penalties for automakers that fail to meet fuel economy standards by more than double. The new Maserati Grecale is introduced. And, I go over what numbers are important for you to know off by heart when selling a car.

    Mike Talks Cars is a daily sales training podcast addressing current news, quick updates on new vehicles, and something from this Automotive Trainer that you can do to take your Sales skills to the next level. New mini-episodes, like this one, will be available Monday - Friday by 1 PM Eastern time. Subscribe and join me for this quick run through the  Automotive world. I am your host, Mike Little, and have spent my career training Sales Consultants and Managers on how to create and deliver world-class Customer Experiences. You can find more from me on my website protraininggroup.ca, and on YouTube.

    6 min
  • S2:E56 - Stellantis’s new inline 6. The redesigned VW Jetta. And, a couple of sales facts. March 25th, 2022

    In this episode, Stellantis is adding a couple of inline 6-cylinder engines to their Jeep, Dodge and Ram lines. I report on the redesigned 2022 VW Jetta. And, I talk about a couple of things you need to understand about selling vehicles.

    Mike Talks Cars is a daily sales training podcast addressing current news, quick updates on new vehicles, and something from this Automotive Trainer that you can do to take your Sales skills to the next level. New mini-episodes, like this one, will be available Monday - Friday by 1 PM Eastern time. Subscribe and join me for this quick run through the  Automotive world. I am your host, Mike Little, and have spent my career training Sales Consultants and Managers on how to create and deliver world-class Customer Experiences. You can find more from me on my website protraininggroup.ca, and on YouTube.

    5 min
  • S2:E55 - Nikola starts building BEVs. BMW gives sneak peek at new 7-series. And, How much contact? March 24th, 2022

    In this episode, Nikola Motors begins production of the TRE Battery Electric Semi-truck. BMW gives us a brief glimpse of there new flagship 7-series...and it is an EV. And, how much contact with a customer is too much contact? There is an easy answer.

    Mike Talks Cars is a daily sales training podcast addressing current news, quick updates on new vehicles, and something from this Automotive Trainer that you can do to take your Sales skills to the next level. New mini-episodes, like this one, will be available Monday - Friday by 1 PM Eastern time. Subscribe and join me for this quick run through the  Automotive world. I am your host, Mike Little, and have spent my career training Sales Consultants and Managers on how to create and deliver world-class Customer Experiences. You can find more from me on my website protraininggroup.ca, and on YouTube.

    5 min
  • S2:E54 - Stellantis and LG joint venture. 2022 Kia Telluride award. Negotiation skills 101. March 23rd, 2022

    In this episode, Stellantis and LG Energy Solutions team up to build an EV battery plant in Windsor Ontario. The 2022 Kia Telluride wins US News and World Report Award. And, being a skilled negotiator is pretty easy in the automobile business.

    Mike Talks Cars is a daily sales training podcast addressing current news, quick updates on new vehicles, and something from this Automotive Trainer that you can do to take your Sales skills to the next level. New mini-episodes, like this one, will be available Monday - Friday by 1 PM Eastern time. Subscribe and join me for this quick run through the  Automotive world. I am your host, Mike Little, and have spent my career training Sales Consultants and Managers on how to create and deliver world-class Customer Experiences. You can find more from me on my website protraininggroup.ca, and on YouTube.

    5 min
  • S2:E53 - Tesla’s German plant delivers. The Audi A6 Avant e-tron. Don’t fret the price. March 22nd, 2022

    In this episode, Tesla begins delivery of Model Ys from its new factory in Germany. Audi introduces a new EV, the A6 Avant e-tron. And, don’t fret the price during negotiation. Focus on the customer and the numbers will take care of themselves.

    Mike Talks Cars is a daily sales training podcast addressing current news, quick updates on new vehicles, and something from this Automotive Trainer that you can do to take your Sales skills to the next level. New mini-episodes, like this one, will be available Monday - Friday by 1 PM Eastern time. Subscribe and join me for this quick run through the  Automotive world. I am your host, Mike Little, and have spent my career training Sales Consultants and Managers on how to create and deliver world-class Customer Experiences. You can find more from me on my website protraininggroup.ca, and on YouTube.

    5 min
  • S2:E52 - VW increases EV investment in America. All-electric Chevy Equinox EV. Smart negotiations. March 21st, 2022

    In this episode, VW increases EV investment in North America by 7.1 Billion U.S. dollars. Chevrolet gives us a teaser of the first-ever all-electric Chevy Equinox. And, I talk about being smart in our negotiations with customers.

    Mike Talks Cars is a daily sales training podcast addressing current news, quick updates on new vehicles, and something from this Automotive Trainer that you can do to take your Sales skills to the next level. New mini-episodes, like this one, will be available Monday - Friday by 1 PM Eastern time. Subscribe and join me for this quick run through the  Automotive world. I am your host, Mike Little, and have spent my career training Sales Consultants and Managers on how to create and deliver world-class Customer Experiences. You can find more from me on my website protraininggroup.ca, and on YouTube.

    5 min

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Mike Talks Cars is an automotive podcast addressing current news, quick updates on new vehicles, and something from this Automotive Trainer that can help you. New mini-episodes, like this one, will be available 2 or 3 times each week. Subscribe and join me for this quick run through the Automotive world.