


Tariffs, Fear & Inventory Panic: What’s Really Happening?
The latest episode of the PartsEdge Podcast dives into a topic stirring concern across the industry: tariffs on imported automotive parts. Host Kaylee Felio is joined by Chuck Hartle to unpack what’s real, what’s rumor, and what parts managers should actually...

From Sweeping Floors to Leading Teams: How Nos Trailblazed His Path at Mercedes-Benz of Music City
On this episode of the PartsEdge Podcast, host Kaylee Felio sits down with Nos Saleh, Team Lead Technician at Mercedes-Benz of Music City. His journey from cleaning shop floors to leading one of the highest-performing service teams in the dealership is...

Chuck Hartle – Simplifying Parts Return Process
Streamlining Returns in the Automotive Parts Industry: A Spotlight on Toyota's Simplified Process Understanding the Complexity of Parts Returns

Olivia Stapleton – Marketing, Sales & Technology: The Perfect Dealership Formula
Olivia Stapleton is the Marketing Specialist and Sales Enablement leader at Dealer Teamwork LLC, a pioneering automotive digital marketing company, and founder of Next Gear Automotive. She helps dealerships optimize their digital presence through patented...

Chuck Hartle – Tackling DMS Challenges with DealerTrack and PBS
In the automotive parts industry, managing inventory is a crucial yet challenging task. One commonly misunderstood element involves dirty cores. These components are pivotal in maintaining accuracy in inventory records. Let's explore the intricacies around...

Jazmine Booker – Mastering Automotive Podcasting
Jazmine Booker is a certified automotive technician, mediator, and host of ‘Auto Talk with Jaz’ Podcast, who brings over a decade of experience in dispute resolution and video production. She dedicates her expertise to empowering women in male-dominated...

Chuck Hartle – Effective Pricing Strategies for Parts Managers
Effective pricing strategies, including the use of pricing matrices, play a crucial role for parts managers. Managing parts pricing is complex and often fraught with pitfalls. This blog post explores common challenges, offers valuable insights, and provides...

Tim Hayden – How to Build Customer Lifetime Value with AI and Data Management
Tim Hayden is the CEO of Brain+Trust and Chief of Business Strategy at The Next Practice, with over 20 years of experience building strategic solutions for brands through media, data, and mobility. Through these ventures, he helps organizations create...

Grace Stein – ‘Car Girl Grace’ to Future Marketing Leader
Grace Stein aka ‘The Car Girl’ is the Marketing Coordinator for Bannister Automotive Group and the President of the Automotive Business Student Association. Passionate about equality and inclusion in the automotive industry, she leverages her expertise in...