Jonn Bowersock’s Post

IT IS beginning to rain. Better to have some rest now. I am looking at you: Beaded with raindrops. Proudly standing on your racing tires. The rear one does not touch down because the paddock stand elegantly keeps it at the due high. You are slightly smoking for the rain touching the hot mechanical parts. I am tired, and wet, and sweaty. How many black commas have we drawn on the tarmac today? If I close my eyes I still seeing the bends. Some done at over 200 kilometers per hour. Some, perhaps, faster. I do not remember. And then the straight line, drunk in a split second at 300 kilometers per hour. I was embraced at you. I was screaming, or perhaps my breath was frozen inside me. I cannot tell because I had both sensations at the same moment. I had no time to understand, I had no time to think.  And then, feeling my lungs exiting through my chest when was the time of braking. And one more time down in a new bend, brushing the curbs, and more black, and more sweat. It rains a lot now. #sales #aftersales #automotive #service #industry #finance #hiring #retailers #dealers #dealership #sport #profit #business #brand #motorcycles #maintenance #thankyou #economy #riding #tour #ducati #audi #volkswagen #lamborghini #experience #cars #planning

𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬‼️ This is a picture of my grandfather and myself from this weekend that got captured… disregard the crocs and gut, I had just ate some killer steak fajitas 😂 But my pawpaw has bought the same Chevy truck from the same dealership for the last 40+ years. Every couple years he goes and trades in for a newer model. He never goes and looks anywhere else for better pricing or to try to get a better deal, he goes to Lynn Layton Chevrolet Service in Decatur, AL because of the relationship. Lynn Layton took care of my grandpa years ago when he was working in the GM factory and ever since then my grandfather won’t buy a vehicle from anyone else. So this weekend when I was in town he was telling me about going and getting new tires from them and it made me think about how they got a lifetime customer but how?? They simply created a relationship that was reliable, easy, and consistent! I want our customers at RJ Young to be lifelong customers, not just because of pricing but because of relationships! I want them to know we have their back and the best interest of their business! We aren’t perfect but we strive to be reliable, easy to work with, and consistent day in and out! Our company culture is based on 5 key things: - 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 - 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 - 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 - 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐲 - 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 #RJY #RJyoung #CustomerService #Relationships #Business

Recently, we were asked if Gill Automotive Group only works with smaller dealers. Our response is simple: our perceived size and position is the only difference between us and the "major" players in the M&A arena. In the past nine years, we have represented sellers with revenues ranging from $50 million to $500 million and 5 rooftops, successfully selling listings to prime buyers in the market. At Gill Automotive Group, we believe that size only matters if it affects our ability to deliver in a professional and timely manner. Our track record speaks for itself. Our success lies in our ability to confidentially deliver qualified buyers on terms agreeable to the seller. When choosing a strategic partner in selling your dealership(s), consider Gill Automotive Group. While we may not have the tallest building or the most CPAs, we deliver where it counts the most - selling your dealership(s). Small but mighty! Give us a shot. You will discover that there is a New Sheriff in town! For more information, call or email Andy Gill at 678-232-1016 or [email protected]. #buysell , #automotive #dealerships #nada

Advance Auto Parts 2001 I led a team to Australia inorder to bid for Repco Auto Parts The company had 400 stores in both Australia and New Zealand.They were the AutoZone of Asia similar look and phylosophy. The parent company Dunlop Pacific a conglomerate was in the process of divesting itself of several divisions. Our team consisted of 10 people lawyers,accountants,automotive people,logistics,personal manager of Johnny Rivers etc. We were in Melbourne Australia for 10 days going through the books,stores and warehouse came up empty handed the other bidders were from New Zealand, and Australia. The company had twice as many assets versus the eventual selling price. The idea was to purchase the company buy up the competition within its border and then expand up the asian península ending up in China by 2023 Auto car sales in China are 2.6x what the sales are in the USA around 26.5 million car sales annually. The core 400+ stores eventually could have been 10,000+ stores by 2022. Repco in the mean time was acquired twice and finally by Genuine Parts company. Had i still been with Advance Auto I would have acquired the company and grew it into the 10,000 foreign chain and 5,000 domestic stores it was just Not to be..... #advanceautoparts #autozone #allianceautomotive #oreilly #genuinepartscompany #newyorkinvestmentgroups #vanguard #blackrock #schwab

More sales records broken with Absolute Results. Congratulations, Myers Orléans Chevrolet, and thanks for once again putting your trust in us to help your dealership unleash its potential and sell more vehicles. . .. ... #AbsoluteResults #Selling #Marketing #Vehicles #Sales #NewCar #Dealership #Automotive #SellCars #Event #VehicleSales #Sell #Agency #Energy #Cars #MarketingAgency #Appointment #Experience 

Advance Auto Parts Alliance Rubber Company Arthur Taubman the founder of Advance Stores founded Alliance rubber company in 1956 to produce tires in Israel. Thus giving much needed work for jews fleeing for their lives. At its heights it employeed 2,000 people or 8,000 families members. Fast forward he was one of the founders of TBC corp Tire and Battery corp based in Memphis Tn They distrubuted Cordavan tires produced from the factory in Israel its biggest two customers were Grand Auto and Advance Stores many smaller ones throughout the USA. As the retailers grew they no longer needed a buying group help. First i took batteries 119,000 units Second i took shocks away( Monroe) Third i discontinued Tires Fourth I closed the service bays Marvin Bruce the president of TBC came over from Memphis met with me about the grave error a young man like me was making.He even offered me shares of the company.I knew at that point i was on the right track. Mr Bruce told me i would be out of a job within a week boy was he wrong. I was fundamentaly changing the structure of what was to become Advance Auto Parts Not Advance Stores co Inc When i left Advance it was bigger than TBC & we were number 1 in battery sales in America with 6,000,000 unit sales per year.Larger than Sears who in the 60's and 70's #advanceautoparts #autozone #allianceautomotive #oreilly #genuinepartscompany #xlparts #partsauthority #blomberg #newyorkinvestmentgroups

“Kerrigan Advisors, a sell-side advisory firm that represented RRR Automotive in the sale, said in a statement the region is an import-strong market and RRR Automotive dominates the markets in which it operates, capturing 48 percent of Bowie, College Park, Greenbelt and Owings Mills' import non-luxury sales since 2019.” Kerrigan Advisors recent transaction, the sale of RRR Automotive Group of Maryland, was recently featured in an article by Automotive News. RRR included Honda of Owings Mills and Honda of Greenbelt, the top two Honda dealerships in the state, as well as Toyota of Bowie, Kia of Bowie, College Park Hyundai and a Toyota Certified Center in Landover. This transaction highlights the continued strength of the buy/sell market for top import franchises in economically vibrant markets. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/gJiN4Se2 #automotivenews #autoretail #automotive #dealerships #dealershipbuysells #transaction #buysell #toyota #honda #hyundai #kia #bowie #owingsmills #greenbelt #collegepark #maryland

How Pentland dominated the 2024 JLR Retailer Awards Having your business recognised by a manufacturer as the best of the best is no mean feat. Chris Clark, MD at John Clark Motor Group put it: “These guys are simply awesome and I’m incredibly proud to count them and their teams as part of our business.” Much of the success can be attributed to Jonathan Inman, divisional managing director at Pentland. In the latest edition of Auto Retail Network Profit, we look at how Pentland dominated the 2024 JLR Retailer Awards. Pentland, a prominent automotive retailer, achieved significant success at the awards ceremony through exemplary performance across various categories. They were recognised for outstanding customer service, sales performance, and operational excellence within Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) dealerships. Pentland's achievement underscores its leadership in the automotive retail sector, setting a benchmark for others in the industry. Jonathan’s tips for the top can be found here: https://ow.ly/N5ey50SYeSa #AutoRetail #MarketingStrategies #AutomotiveInsights #IndustryInsights #dealership #automotiveindustry #automotive #newcars #usedcars #cardealers #oldercars #IndustryNews #Marketing #UsedCarMarket

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So proud of Texas Aftersales leaders ! 49 hours ago many stores were dealing with no power , hail , making sure teams were safe etc - I sent a message that sums these leaders up as they achieved our May expectations through all the adversity : Ladies and Gentlemen, This is our storm to overcome and out perform In the next 48 hours, we stand on the brink of greatness. As leaders in the automotive industry, we face a final push to close out May with unwavering determination, enthusiasm, and excitement. Our journey ahead is not without its challenges. We have confronted fierce winds, relentless floods, and unforgiving hail. We may lose power, endure the discomfort of no power, and face the terrifying worry of tornadoes. Yet, it is precisely in these moments of adversity that true leadership shines the brightest. Extreme leadership is not just about guiding a team through calm waters; it's about steering the ship through the storm, withstanding the tempest, and emerging stronger on the other side. This is our storm, and this is our moment to demonstrate what we are truly made of.  We said it’s a 60 day plan - but it’s actually an ALWAYs plan ! You continue are progress towards greatness EVERY day ! When the winds howl and the rain beats down, remember that it is our resilience and resolve that define us. Our ability to adapt, to persevere, and to innovate in the face of adversity sets us apart. We will not be deterred by the elements. Instead, we will harness the power of our collective spirit to push forward, to overcome every obstacle that stands in our way. Car people always will car people - meaning ? Obstacles and adversity are hurdles you find a way to fly over. Communicate clearly, act decisively, and lead by example. Show your teams that even in the absence of power and comfort, our determination remains unshaken. When the hailstones fall, let them see your unwavering focus-And when the tornadoes threaten, let them feel your unbreakable will. They look to you to gauge how to react to adversity. As we push or pull each other towards our goals, remember that the strength of our team lies in unity. It is our shared purpose, our collective effort, and our unwavering belief in each other that will carry us through these challenging times. Celebrate every small victory, acknowledge every effort, and keep the momentum going. Together, we can turn these next 48 hours into a testament of will-As leaders, it is our responsibility to infuse our teams with the enthusiasm and excitement needed to finish this month on the highest possible note. Let us lead with courage, with passion, and with an unyielding belief in our potential. The storm may rage, but so do we ! And yes - June 1 stands ready to be vaulted into. That’s the 49th hour. And again your tireless efforts will crank up the engine and do it again. Everything matters.  You matter. Make these hours EPIC Let’s roll !! Thank you Ken