The PartsEdge Podcast
Real stories from the front lines of Fixed Ops. Join host Kaylee Felio for insights that help dealerships run smarter and profit more.
The PartsEdge Podcast
Real stories from the front lines of Fixed Ops. Join hosts Kaylee Felio and Chuck Hartle for insights that help dealerships run smarter and profit more.
The Fixed Ops Roundtable Pop-up Event @ Snell Motor Company | PartsEdge Brought Efficiency Back to the Counter
Parts Managers Cut Inventory and Save Hours Weekly Parts leaders from Snell Jaguar Land Rover in Texas share what really happens when reporting improves, returns get organized, and managers lead from the floor.
Chuck Hartle | The Hidden Costs in Your Inventory
Why Obsolete Parts Keep Hurting Profits In this episode, Kaylee Felio speaks with industry expert Chuck Hartle about the costs of poor inventory decisions, outdated parts, and stock programs that look helpful on paper but quietly bleed dealerships
Parts Managers Deserve the Spotlight | The Ted Ings Fixed Ops Roundtable Pop-up Event at Snell Motor Company
Why Parts Managers Still Get Overlooked
John Traver | Why Most Dealerships Fail at Process and Mission
Why Most Dealerships Fail at Process and Mission
Joel Gray Runs $9.3M Parts Operation Across Four States
Joel Gray Runs $9.3M Parts Operation Across Four States
How Kaylee Balances PartsEdge, Parenting, and Personal Growth
How Kaylee Balances PartsEdge, Parenting, and Personal Growth
How Sheila Pogue Went from Parts Clerk to Digital Consultant
Leadership and Vendor Support Can Redefine Fixed Ops
Why Parts Managers Deserve a Bigger Seat at the Table
Why Parts Managers Deserve a Bigger Seat at the Table
How Jim Oliveri Runs Parts Operations at Scale Without Losing the People Side
A $30 million inventory means nothing if your team is not growing with it
How Brian “Mac” McIntosh Took Control of Obsolescence and Team Buy-In
Most people struggle with one system change. Mac tackled three.
Leading Together: How Brad and Courtney Paschal Keep Work and Life Aligned
Stronger teams begin with clearer priorities and consistent support
Let the DMS Work for You: How Chuck Hartle Built a Smarter Way to Manage Inventory
On this episode of the PartsEdge Podcast, Kaylee Felio sat down with Chuck Hartle, the founder of PartsEdge—and the original parts nerd (his words!) to break down what most dealerships get wrong about their DMS… and what happens when you finally get
Trial Into Tactic: How Zach Don Took Control of Inventory Management
From Gut Feel to Smart Controls
Sharpening the Strategy: How Mitch Brady Optimized Inventory with Precision
Small adjustments lead to better control when the data makes sense
Bridging the Gap in Accessories: How Tech is Changing the Game for Dealerships
Solving the $50B Problem Dealers Forgot In this episode of the PartsEdge Podcast, Kaylee sits down with Alex Hines, VP of North America at Eccentric, to unpack one of the dealership world’s biggest blind spots: accessories. With a $50 billion market
From Side Hustle to Full-Time Brand: Elena Ciccotelli on Building a Human-Centered EV Media Business
Podcasting, Personal Brands & EV Storytelling In this energetic and transparent conversation, Kaylee Felio sits down with Elena Ciccotelli, the Founder of EVs for Everyone, a brand that brings the human element to the fast-evolving world of electric
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
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
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
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
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
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
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