Mitchell Collision Podcast

About Mitchell Collision Podcast

The Mitchell Collision Podcast goes beyond P&C headlines to explore the latest trends in auto physical damage. Hosted by Ryan Mandell, the series includes in-depth interviews with experts from around the industry—carriers, repairers, OEMs, part suppliers, technology service providers and more. In each episode, Ryan provides insight and analysis on the market factors affecting automotive insurance claims and the delivery of proper, safe vehicle repair.

Publisher

Mitchell Auto Physical Damage

Category

technology

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Dec 2020

Latest episode

31 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

20 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   31 Aug 2026

   Episode 20 - Making Better Collision Repair Parts Decisions

   When it comes to automotive parts, price is only one part of the equation. Host Ryan Mandell and Greg Horn, vice president of sales enablement at PartsTrader, explore how parts pricing, availability and delivery times affect collision repair decisions. They discuss supply chain disruptions, price matching, parts inflation and competitive sourcing, along with how carriers and repairers can balance cost with cycle time, throughput and profitability.

2. 

   10 Jun 2026

   Episode 19 - The Road Ahead for ADAS, EVs and the Automotive Aftermarket

   As vehicles become more connected, complex and technology-driven, the automotive industry is adaptingto significant change. Host Ryan Mandell is joined by Rick Schwartz, CEO of Schwartz Advisors, for an in-depth discussion on trends in vehicles-in-operation (VIO), EV adoption, ADAS, automobile repair, and supply chain dynamics. Together they examine how these changes could influence the future of auto claims and collision repair.

3. 

   11 Mar 2026

   Episode 18 - Tariffs, Technology and Total Loss: What 2025 Tells Us About 2026

   In this episode, host Ryan Mandell reviews key collision repair trends from 2025 and shares his outlook for 2026. From parts inflation to tariff impacts and total loss frequency to calibration growth, he explores the forces shaping the industry. The podcast highlights how these factors are influencing severity, repair economics and strategic decision-making for both carriers and repairers—and what to expect in the year ahead.

Reach and audience

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Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 26 / 100

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Quality

52

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

0

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