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The Motor Files Podcast

The Motor Files Podcast

By: Chris Clarke
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 "Your Front Row Seat To The Auto Industry’s Latest Trends"

Chris Clarke brings 20 years of dealership experience and 12 years as a Toyota-trained Parts Manager to The Motor Files. This podcast offers auto enthusiasts clear and practical insights into the latest car technologies, industry updates, maintenance tips, and buying strategies.With a mix of solo episodes and occasional guest appearances, Chris shares two to three episodes each week, giving listeners the tools to make informed decisions and get the most out of their vehicles. Tune in to The Motor Files for advice you can trust and a passion for all things automotive.

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Episodes
  • JAPAN’S BIGGEST MOVE YET

    JAPAN’S BIGGEST MOVE YET
    May 14 2025
    Japan’s automakers are in trouble. Tariffs just hit 25%, and now Toyota, Honda, and Subaru have to decide: build in the U.S. or lose the market. In this episode, we break down how Japanese brands are reacting, what history tells us from the 1980s, and why your dealership or buying strategy could change fast. Learn what’s coming before it hits your showroom or wallet.


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    https://partsmanagerpro.gumroad.com/l/qtqax


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    8 mins
  • Car payment crisis deepens—auto dealers, mechanics, buyers all impacted.

    Car payment crisis deepens—auto dealers, mechanics, buyers all impacted.
    May 9 2025
    Car payments are wrecking people’s finances. Delinquencies just hit a 30-year high—and it’s not just subprime borrowers. In this episode, we break down what’s driving the crisis, how it’s crushing working-class buyers, and what car dealers and auto pros need to know right now. If you sell cars, finance them, or fix them—this affects you. Don’t miss this. #CarMarket #AutoLoans #AutoIndustry

    Grab a copy of my book:
    https://partsmanagerpro.gumroad.com/l/qtqax

    families can’t afford cars, mechanics see it coming, dealership finance meltdown, blue collar car buyers, can't pay car note, why cars are unaffordable, monthly payment too high, working class getting priced out, repossession horror stories, American car buyers struggle


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    3 mins
  • AI Won’t Replace These Jobs—But It’s Coming for The Rest

    AI Won’t Replace These Jobs—But It’s Coming for The Rest
    May 6 2025
    Everyone’s talking about AI replacing jobs—but here’s the truth: your role in the garage, on the lot, or in the field isn’t going anywhere. In this episode, we break down exactly why blue-collar and skilled trade jobs are safe from automation, what’s happening to white-collar work, and how car dealers and mechanics can use AI without being replaced by it.

    Grab a copy of my book:
    https://partsmanagerpro.gumroad.com/l/qtqax

    "The Parts Manager Guide" - https://www.amazon.com/Parts-Manager-Guide-Strategies-Maximize-ebook/dp/B09S23HQ1P/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3UZYOGZJUNJ9K&keywords=parts+manager+guide&qid=1644443157&sprefix=parts+manager+guid%2Caps%2C244&sr=8-4




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    12 mins
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