Ratchet+Wrench Radio

Ratchet+Wrench Radio offers four tracks each month that explore the industry's biggest trends, most pressing topics, and the leadership and business management tips and strategies you need to thrive.

Episodes

Jun 7, 2019

17 min

Shop owner John Bridgwater speaks on the importance of investing in your technicians' diagnostic training.

May 24, 2019

26 min

Jason Malo, vice president of Advanced Automotive Performance in Uxbridge, Mass., speaks on how his shop has been able to gain profits by approaching customer relationships as a long-term investment.   

May 17, 2019

13 min

In this month's Lead podcast, Aaron Stokes discusses some signs of opportunity shop owners should look out for when wanting to grow.  

May 10, 2019

23 min

Wayne Whitworth speaks on the strong company culture at Schertz Auto Service in Schertz, Texas, and the unique projects they collaborate on to make it happen. 

May 3, 2019

35 min

In this week's Grow podcast, Ratchet+Wrench columnist Rissy Sutherland speaks with Tekmetric owner and shop owner Sunil Patel about his unique journey into the industry.

Apr 26, 2019

18 min

Nancy Friedman, founder of Telephone Doctor, details the importance of customer service and shares her top tips for mastering customer calls. 

Apr 19, 2019

21 min

Aaron Stokes details what every shop owner needs to consider when taking a large risk in their business.

Apr 11, 2019

17 min

For years, Bockman's Auto has sent out holiday cards and "Christmas in July" coupons to its clients for an estimated $40,000 boost or so. Learn the ROI secrets from owner Jon Bockman. 

Mar 22, 2019

22 min

Bruce Howes is the owner of Atlantic Motorcar Center in Wiscasset, Maine. For years, Howes has used process maps to train his staff, run his shop, and ensure success. 

Mar 8, 2019

20 min

Lucas Underwood is the owner of L & N Performance Parts in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. Today on R+W Radio, Lucas shares how rewarding—and simple—it is to go the extra step for your clients, and what the concept of extreme ownership means to him.

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