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Wrench Nation

Frank Leutz

Booking Overview

An automotive consumer-advice interview show focused on car buying, dealership practices, vehicle negotiations, and related legal issues, typically featuring accessible industry experts and consumer advocates. PR agencies could credibly pitch automotive retail analysts, dealership experts, consumer advocates, auto-finance or insurance specialists, and attorneys with relevant expertise; booking difficulty is likely low.

Metrics

Episodes: 300

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 10.9k subscribers

Instagram: 1.4k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

wrenchnationfrank@gmail.com

frank@desertcarcare.com

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Host

Frank Leutz - Automotive radio host focused on vehicle purchasing, dealership practices, consumer advice, and industry trends.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Practical expertise in automotive retail, car buying, dealership operations, consumer advocacy, vehicle finance, insurance, or collision-related law; guests generally have an established professional role and relevant subject-matter experience.
Required Achievements:  
Senior experience in franchise dealership operations, Leadership or co-founding role at an automotive consumer-education organization, Founding partnership in a relevant law firm

Recent Guest Discussions

Ray Shefska - Dealership Inventory, Vehicle Pricing, Negotiation Strategies, Financing, Trade-ins, Dealer Fees, Consumer Protection, And Automotive Retail Trends.

Russell Reynolds - Post-accident Procedures, Insurance Claims, Medical Treatment, Documentation, Vehicle Crash Evidence, And Protecting Legal Rights After A Collision.

Ray Shefska - Dealership Performance, Franchise Dealer Operations, Automotive Market Trends, And Preparing Consumers For Vehicle Purchases.

Ray Shefska - Vehicle Market Conditions, Dealership Negotiation, Inventory, Interest Rates, Consumer Demand, And Changing Car-buying Practices.

Ray Shefska - FTC Dealership Transparency Rules, Hidden Fees, Add-ons, Financing, Pricing, And Consumer Protection In Vehicle Purchases.

Recent Topics

Automotive, Car Buying, Dealerships, Vehicle Negotiation, Consumer Rights

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Wrench Nation
:

#344 Car Dealers Can’t Sell Overpriced Inventory… So How Are They Getting the Deals Done?

September 04, 2026

Dealers Can’t Sell Cars: How to Slay the Negotiation Car dealers are sitting on inventory, buyers are pushing back on high prices, and the old rules of negotiating a vehicle purchase are changing. So how do you use today’s market to your advantage? On this episode of WrenchNation, Frank Leutz welcomes back special monthly guest Ray Shefska of CarEdge to break down what’s really happening inside today’s dealership..but more importantly, how consumers can use that information when it’s time to ...

#343 The Biggest Mistakes Drivers Make After a Crash

August 17, 2026

A car accident can last only seconds, but the decisions you make afterward can affect your finances, your health, and your insurance claim for months—or even years. In this episode of WrenchNation, host Frank Leutz welcomes Russell “Rusty” Reynolds, JD, founding partner of Reynolds & Reynolds Injury Law, for an important conversation every driver should hear before they’re ever involved in a collision. Together, they discuss the critical first 24 hours after an accident,...

#342 Behind the Headlines: Why Some Dealers Are Thriving While Others Are Struggling

August 03, 2026

Learn the current dealership trends affecting your next purchase. We analyze the market to help you navigate your next car buying advice session. We are joined by Ray Shefska, a consumer advocate and co-founder of CarEdge, to discuss the state of the automotive industry. With 43 years of experience inside franchise dealerships, Ray provides an insider perspective on why some stores are struggling while others are thriving. This session is designed for anyone planning on buying a car soon who ...

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Frequently asked questions

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Wrench Nation
:

How do I get in touch with Wrench Nation?

Wrench Nation is hosted by Frank Leutz. Its publicly listed emails are wrenchnationfrank@gmail.com and frank@desertcarcare.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 Wrench Nation?

The publicly listed emails for Wrench Nation: wrenchnationfrank@gmail.com and frank@desertcarcare.com.

How many listeners does Wrench Nation have?

Podseeker estimates Wrench Nation reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Wrench Nation?

Wrench Nation typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Practical expertise in automotive retail, car buying, dealership operations, consumer advocacy, vehicle finance, insurance, or collision-related law; guests generally have an established professional role and relevant subject-matter experience. Common among recent guests: Senior experience in franchise dealership operations; Leadership or co-founding role at an automotive consumer-education organization; Founding partnership in a relevant law firm. Recent guests include Ray Shefska, Russell Reynolds, and Ray Shefska.

How hard is it to get booked on Wrench Nation?

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

What topics does Wrench Nation cover?

Recent episodes cover Automotive, Car Buying, Dealerships, Vehicle Negotiation, and Consumer Rights. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

wrenchnationfrank@gmail.com

frank@desertcarcare.com

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