Tesla changed the buying experience… but did it actually make buying a car BETTER?

Bill McKinney sits down with Florida dealer association president Ted Smith to break down what’s REALLY happening inside the auto industry.

From direct-to-consumer EV brands and one-price sales models to Chinese automakers entering the U.S. market, this episode dives into the future of car buying, dealership competition, vehicle safety, financing, customer experience, and the fight for the American auto industry.

They also discuss:

• Tesla’s no-negotiation sales process
• Why dealerships still matter
• The future of EVs and digital car buying
• Chinese automakers entering America
• Why car prices keep climbing
• Vehicle safety technology
• Financing myths consumers still believe
• How dealerships compete in today’s market
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If you’re buying a car, trading one in, financing, or just trying to understand where the industry is headed — this episode is packed with insider perspective.

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