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True Confessions of a Car Guy

John Gavin

Booking Overview

An automotive-business interview show focused on dealership operations, industry people, and customer issues, typically featuring automotive executives, technology founders, coaches, and specialists with direct industry experience. PR agencies can credibly pitch dealership leaders, automotive-service innovators, and experts in areas such as F&I, sales, customer experience, or dealership technology; booking difficulty is likely low for well-matched practitioners.

Metrics

Episodes: 37

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

confessionsofacarguy@gmail.com

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Host

John Gavin - Automotive industry advocate focused on car-business issues, dealership experiences, and customer concerns, with decades of experience.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Direct experience in automotive retail, dealership operations, F&I, automotive service, or related technology; relevant leadership, business-building, coaching, or subject-matter expertise is a strong fit.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership or substantial hands-on experience in automotive businesses, Founded or developed automotive products, services, or technology, Authored a relevant book or built a track record as an industry coach

Recent Guest Discussions

Jon Stevens - F&i Performance, Customer Trust, Protection Products, Dealership Profitability, And Customer Experience.

Chuck Scalies - Trust, Dealership Leadership, Customer Experience, Sales Processes, And Profitability.

Matt Stanford - Artificial Intelligence In Fixed Operations And The Future Of Automotive Service.

Shane Beaman - Artificial Intelligence In Fixed Operations, Automotive Service Diagnostics, And The Future Of Dealership Service.

Recent Topics

Business, Automotive, Car Dealerships, Automotive Retail, Auto Service

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
True Confessions of a Car Guy
:

EP030: - The Payment Game – John Gavin & Jon Stevens

October 08, 2026

Send us Fan MailWhat are dealerships getting wrong about F&I—and how can they create more value without adding more paperwork, steps, or customer friction?Jon Stevens of Nexus Automotive Solutions joins John Gavin and BAGI for an honest conversation about today’s F&I department, customer trust, payment sensitivity, product penetration, dealer profitability, and the changing expectations surrounding the finance office.Jon also introduces us to Nexus Automotive Solutions and EquityPro, ...

Live Q&A 002 -- John Gavin, Pat Gavin & Bagi

September 15, 2026

Send us Fan MailThis live show will feature:• Real car-business questions and answers• Pat’s perspective on dealerships, sales and the automotive industry• A look at Car Guy Advocate, including a real customer issue John helped resolve• Honest discussion about trades, financing, add-ons and dealership experiencesNo scripts. No corporate talking points. Just real car guys, real questions and straight answers.If you are a car guy or car girl with similar experiences, contact the show today conf...

EP029: - Free Car Guy Advocate – John Gavin & Bagi

August 18, 2026

Send us Fan MailJohn Gavin has something to say… and even Bagi wasn’t prepared for this one.On this episode of True Confessions of a Car Guy, what starts as another conversation about the automotive business takes an unexpected turn when John reveals something he’s been doing behind the scenes.Bagi’s reaction?“I can’t believe you did that.” 😂What exactly did John do — and why does he believe so strongly in it?You’ll have to watch to find out.Plus, John and Bagi get into the realities of today...

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Frequently asked questions

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True Confessions of a Car Guy
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How do I get in touch with True Confessions of a Car Guy?

True Confessions of a Car Guy is hosted by John Gavin. Its publicly listed email is confessionsofacarguy@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for True Confessions of a Car Guy?

The publicly listed email for True Confessions of a Car Guy: confessionsofacarguy@gmail.com.

How many listeners does True Confessions of a Car Guy have?

Podseeker estimates True Confessions of a Car Guy reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for True Confessions of a Car Guy?

True Confessions of a Car Guy typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Direct experience in automotive retail, dealership operations, F&I, automotive service, or related technology; relevant leadership, business-building, coaching, or subject-matter expertise is a strong fit. Common among recent guests: Leadership or substantial hands-on experience in automotive businesses; Founded or developed automotive products, services, or technology; Authored a relevant book or built a track record as an industry coach. Recent guests include Jon Stevens, Chuck Scalies, and Matt Stanford.

How hard is it to get booked on True Confessions of a Car Guy?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does True Confessions of a Car Guy cover?

Recent episodes cover Business, Automotive, Car Dealerships, Automotive Retail, and Auto Service. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

confessionsofacarguy@gmail.com

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