TSLA445.27011.82%
GM75.810-0.63%
F13.5851.595%
RIVN14.2700.32%
CYD51.0202.5%
HMC24.3700.26%
TM186.8905.22%
CVNA69.900-3.82%
PAG166.580-2.45%
LAD273.220-2.08%
AN191.110-4.25%
GPI327.780-8.36%
ABG192.850-0.83%
SAH76.120-2.46%
TSLA445.27011.82%
GM75.810-0.63%
F13.5851.595%
RIVN14.2700.32%
CYD51.0202.5%
HMC24.3700.26%
TM186.8905.22%
CVNA69.900-3.82%
PAG166.580-2.45%
LAD273.220-2.08%
AN191.110-4.25%
GPI327.780-8.36%
ABG192.850-0.83%
SAH76.120-2.46%
TSLA445.27011.82%
GM75.810-0.63%
F13.5851.595%
RIVN14.2700.32%
CYD51.0202.5%
HMC24.3700.26%
TM186.8905.22%
CVNA69.900-3.82%
PAG166.580-2.45%
LAD273.220-2.08%
AN191.110-4.25%
GPI327.780-8.36%
ABG192.850-0.83%
SAH76.120-2.46%

Service Drive on CBT News is your go-to source for all things fixed-ops. From exclusive interviews with service managers and fixed-ops directors to expert insights on profitability, technician retention, and shop efficiency, this section covers the full spectrum of the service lane. Whether it's part of our original Service Drive series or breaking trends in the back end of the dealership, you'll find valuable strategies to drive revenue and enhance the customer experience.

Service Drive on CBT News is your go-to source for all things fixed-ops. From exclusive interviews with service managers and fixed-ops directors to expert insights on profitability, technician retention, and shop efficiency, this section covers the full spectrum of the service lane. Whether it's part of our original Service Drive series or breaking trends in the back end of the dealership, you'll find valuable strategies to drive revenue and enhance the customer experience.

Service Drive

Twin Pine Ford’s Nolan Armpriester bets big on fixed ops for 2026 growth

While many dealership leaders rise through variable operations, Nolan Armpriester, General Manager at Twin Pine Ford of Hamburg, is leaning into what he believes is the most stable and scalable driver of long-term profitability: fixed ops. With more than two decades of fixed operation experience, Armpriester joins us on the latest episode of Service Drive to discuss his philosophy to build around absorption, which ensures the service and parts departments...

Jeff Cowan on the forgotten rules of professional salesmanship

- February 2, 2026
Competition in the retail automotive market is rapidly intensifying, and building relationships is the key differentiator that sets salespeople apart from their competitors. On today's episode of Service Drive, sales...

The four pillars for service success in 2026 — John Fairchild | Fairchild Automotive Solutions

- January 12, 2026
Fixed-ops remains one of the most powerful levers for dealership profitability and customer loyalty in 2026. On today's episode of Service Drive, John Fairchild, president of Fairchild Automotive Solutions and...

How fixed ops can skyrocket profits for dealerships in 2026 – Shon Kingrey | Kayser Automotive Group

- January 5, 2026
As we head into 2026, the variable market is becoming increasingly unpredictable, which means fixed ops will play an even bigger role in dealership performance. Joining us on the latest...

Evelyn Cardenas discusses how CFADA is tackling the auto technician shortage

- December 29, 2025
It's been over a year since the Central Florida Automobile Dealers Association launched its initiative to recruit, train and place automotive technicians into dealership service departments. On today's episode of...

Don Andres shares strategies to help service departments grow in 2026

- December 22, 2025
With 2025 rapidly coming to a close, it is time for service leaders to reflect on recent wins, identify gaps, and reset strategies for the year ahead. On today's episode...

Frank Eckert on how dealers can boost service drive revenue with transparency, speed, and AI

- December 15, 2025
Frank Eckert, president of Eckert Solutions Group, says dealership service drive losses often stem from unclear pricing, slow scheduling, and inconsistent processes rather than customer resistance. On the latest episode...

How service departments can attract and retain top technicians – Jeff Cowan

- December 8, 2025
What can managers actually do differently, not just to attract, but to keep those talented techs of your service drive? On today’s episode of Service Drive, we’re getting recommendations from...

How video MPIs are building trust between dealerships and customers – Tom Druzynski | West Herr Automotive Group

- December 3, 2025
Customers often find it hard to trust the service advice given by dealership staff, especially if they can't see the issues themselves; as a result, they frequently decline recommended services....

Lee Harkins shares profit-boosting strategies for service departments

- December 1, 2025
Small operational changes in service and parts can translate into big gains for dealership profitability. On today's episode of Service Drive, President and CEO of M5 Management Services, Lee Harkins,...

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