The Gearbox Podcast

About The Gearbox Podcast

Welcome to The Gear Box Podcast—the ultimate pit stop for those looking to break into the auto repair business, grow their shop, and navigate the daily grind of the industry. Thinking about opening a shop? Struggling to increase profitability? Wondering what it really takes to thrive in a competitive market? We tackle the tough questions, break down real-world challenges, and share insider tips from industry experts, seasoned shop owners, and those turning wrenches every day. From leadership strategies to game-changing innovations, we’re here to help you shift gears and stay ahead of the curve. Buckle up—it’s going to be a ride! 🚗🔧 #AutoRepair #ShopSuccess #TheGearboxPodcast

Publisher

Jimmy Purdy

Category

business · leisure

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 May 2023

Latest episode

30 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

106 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   30 Sept 2026

   Stop Selling, Start Guiding: Dave Schedin from Computrek on Objections, Value & Shop Growth

   What if most customer objections are created before the price is ever mentioned? Jimmy sits down with automotive coach Dave Schedin from Computrek for a deep dive into smarter selling, proactive customer communication, and building real trust at the service counter. They break down price shoppers, preventative maintenance, overcoming objections without pressure, increasing hours per repair order, and why the best advisors stop trying to be the hero—and become the guide instead. Packed with practical language, real shop examples, and strategies you can put to work immediately.

2. 

   21 May 2026

   Mileage May Vary: Leadership Under the Hood

   Host Jimmy Purdy interviews automotive industry leaders Dawn Sloas and Buckaroo Bob about navigating leadership challenges and building thriving shop cultures.

3. 

   8 May 2026

   From One Shop to Eight: The Future of Auto Repair Acquisitions with Mango Automotive

   Host Jimmy interviews Jesse of Mango Automotive about scaling auto repair businesses through strategic acquisitions and fostering a strong culture for future industry evolution.

Who has been a guest on The Gearbox Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Dawn Sloas
• Buckaroo Bob
• Jesse
• Andrew Klement
• JK Walker

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.6 / 5

14 ratings

Spotify

4.8 / 5

19 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 26 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

23

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

71