True Confessions of a Car Guy

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In this episode, we dive deep into the $216 million lawsuit filed by the FTC against auto industry figure James Douvas. What led to one of the biggest consumer protection cases in recent memory? We break down the allegations, the reactions from the car business community, and what this case could mean for dealers across the country. If you're in the car business—or ever bought a car—this one hits close to home.


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In this episode we are joined by Tim Mathisen—whose journey started as a young man in the car business. From the showroom floor to launching his own company, Tim shares how the lessons he learned in sales, service, and hustle helped him build Fruition Supply. If you've ever wondered where a career in the car biz can take you, this episode is for you.


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In this episode, we dive deep into the $216 million lawsuit filed by the FTC against auto industry figure James Douvas. What led to one of the biggest consumer protection cases in recent memory? We break down the allegations, the reactions from the car business community, and what this case could mean for dealers across the country. If you're in the car business—or ever bought a car—this one hits close to home.

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In this episode, we hang out with Frank Gavin — a service writer who’s been in the dealership game for over 12 years. He’s done a bit of everything, from sales to finance, and brings some great stories and solid insights from life on the drive.

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In this episode, we explore the CARS Rule, its recent legal challenges, and the significant effects it is having on the automotive industry. We discuss how the Federal Trade Commission’s efforts to regulate auto retail practices were halted by the Fifth Circuit Court in early 2025, sparing dealers from costly compliance requirements. We also examine the broader impact of this development on car sales, pricing transparency, and dealer-consumer relationships amid ongoing regulatory and market changes.

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In this episode of True Confessions of a Car Guy, we continue our coverage of the Jimmy Douvas case, spotlighting the increasing public support surrounding his situation. We also report on a significant vote in Congress that could shape the future of gas-powered vehicle sales across the country.

Have a story of your own from the car world? Reach out to us at [email protected].

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Welcome to EP001, our fist show. Today we introduce ourselves to the world and also talk about an important legal case concerning dealers, The Jimmy Douvas story.  We also have a few laughs and share some crazy stories

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If you are a car guy or car girl with similar experiences, contact the show today [email protected]

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The podcast will officially launch May 1, 2025. Here is a sneak peak

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This show is about a time gone by of how it was really like to work  in the car business. This show is not about how to get a great deal on a new car, or tips and tricks for car dealers to use to maximize profits.

The Host of the show is John Gavin,  a car guy with over 40 years of experience in the car business, its time to step back and reflect on those fun and crazy times. 

The show is produced by Bagi, a car guy himself with over 10 years in the car business and also an aspiring content producer 


Join us every week as we talk about those crazy times with special guests along the way

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