Jason:
Welcome to Dealer Shift, the podcast where we talk real strategies for real car dealers looking to thrive—not just survive—in the age of AI. I’m Jason…
Paul:
…and I’m Paul. Today, we’re tackling something that’s been a quiet killer in the auto retail world for years: chasing out-of-town transactional deals.
Jason:
Let’s be real. How many times have you given up all your profit just to win over a price shopper from two hours away who’ll never return for service, won’t refer a single person, and definitely won’t be back in three years to trade?
Paul:
Exactly. That kind of sale might check a box today, but it’s not helping your dealership grow. It’s not building equity. It’s a race to the bottom.
Jason:
Here’s the shift: local customers aren’t just one-time buyers—they’re lifetime customers. They become your service revenue, they refer their friends and family, and they come back when it’s time for a new vehicle.
Paul:
That’s why at Carjazz.ai, we’re focused on hyper-local marketing with an AI-powered twist. Our platform matches customers with their ideal vehicle using our Vehicle Harmony Index—which doesn’t just look at price, but reliability, ownership costs, dealership reviews, service potential, and more.
Jason:
The goal? Better matches. Higher conversion. Repeat business. This isn’t about moving metal—it’s about building relationships that fuel long-term success.
Paul:
So the question we want to leave you with today is: Are you selling cars? Or are you building a community around your dealership?
Jason:
Shift your mindset. Focus local. And let AI do the heavy lifting.
Paul:
That’s it for today’s Dealer Shift. Want your inventory featured for free? Just head to carjazz.ai and click the “Add Inventory” button to upload it. No contracts. No fees. Just results.
