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The Value of Customer Returns for Repairs: Feedback, Improvement, and Smart Business Moves with Tyler Henry

The Value of Customer Returns for Repairs: Feedback, Improvement, and Smart Business Moves with Tyler Henry

FromThe Gearbox Podcast


The Value of Customer Returns for Repairs: Feedback, Improvement, and Smart Business Moves with Tyler Henry

FromThe Gearbox Podcast

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Length:
77 minutes
Released:
Jul 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this episode, Jimmy Purdy sits down with the incredibly knowledgeable Tyler Henry for their second interview. They dive into various topics, including aftermarket car parts, the importance of vehicle maintenance, the unpredictable nature of the road, and the intriguing concept of subscription-based car services.Topics Discussed:[00:03:57] Out-of-town wedding guests deal with transportation issues.[00:07:44] Unnecessary fluid changes can harm transmission.[00:14:17] Road trips, vacations, Tesla Loop, underground tunnels.[00:19:58] Insurance companies, registration costs, and safety features.[00:30:52] Hated but smart business; need feedback.[00:33:56] Maintain ongoing relationships, avoid freeloaders, and communicate.[00:42:11] Interesting thought, asking for payment upfront. For independents, it's not a big deal right now. Most parts are available the same day but are sometimes unnecessary.[00:45:21] OE parts popularity decline; aftermarket offers better warranty.[00:51:36] Jeep calls me a valued customer.[00:54:02] Hard on vehicles, losses, backups, unexpected.[00:59:30] Luke's aftermarket clutch is not better. It's cheaper but cannot be improved. The standard gearbox is strong but not for daily use. People used to take better care of their vehicles, and nowadays, they don't.[01:06:51] BMW offers subscription-based car services with all options included, allowing customers to add or remove features as desired.[01:12:54] Justify the cost of the cold month, and skip expenses.[01:15:28] Waiting for hovercrafts to make a comeback.
Released:
Jul 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (34)

The Gearbox Podcast brings on industry professionals to explore the day-to-day operations of owning and operating a shop. From common frustrations to industry-wide shifts, this podcast covers it with fun and insightful conversations.