The Cox Automotive Podcast
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EP6: Chris Green Interview - dealers, the growth of EVs and the changing retail landscape
March 13, 2024 12:27 - 23 minutes - 42.7 MBIn the latest episode of The Cox Automotive Podcast we speak to Chris Green, Founder and CEO of Regit. Chris comes with decades of experience in the automotive industry and some sound advice for dealers navigating the changing automotive retail landscape and the growth of EVs...
EP5: Dale Wyatt Interview - Advice for dealers, agency model, and the impact of new technology
February 20, 2024 09:54 - 21 minutes - 39.3 MBIn the latest episode of The Cox Automotive podcast we speak to Dale Wyatt, Director of Suzuki GB. In this wide-ranging interview, Phil Nothard and Dale discusses the changing dynamics in automotive retail, what the agency model means for dealers, and advice for 2024.
EP4: Lorna McAtear Interview - 2024 challenges and opportunities for fleets
February 05, 2024 09:32 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBIn the latest podcast episode for the Cox Automotive Insight Report 2023/24, we speak to Lorna McAtear, Deputy Chair of The Association of Fleet Professionals, about the challenges and opportunities fleets face this coming year.
EP3: 2024 new and used car forecasts - Insight Report 2023/24 podcast
November 03, 2023 08:31 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBIn the final episode of our special podcast series for the Cox Automotive and Grant Thornton Insight Report 2023/24, Philip Nothard and Owen Edwards discuss what's happening in the new and used car markets and predictions for 2024 and beyond.
EP2: Making sustainability more sustainable - Insight Report 2023/24 podcast
November 01, 2023 08:59 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBIn the second in our new series of special podcasts for the Cox Automotive and Grant Thornton Insight Report 2023/24, Philip Nothard and Owen Edwards discuss the how sustainability is being achieved across all aspects of the automotive supply chain, including insights and headlines from the report.
EP1: The future of automotive retail - Insight Report 2023/24 podcast
October 30, 2023 13:17 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBIn the first in a new series of special podcasts for the Cox Automotive and Grant Thornton Insight Report 2023/24, Philip Nothard and Owen Edwards discuss the changing automotive retail landscape, including insights and headlines from the report.
Fuel/talk episode 22: Darren Sinclair, Didier Van Bouwel and Roland Schaack talk digital retail
July 08, 2021 09:24 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBIn this episode… we dive into the fast moving and exciting world of digital retail. Joining James for this extended episode are not one but three experts from the Cox Automotive Europe family: Darren Sinclair, managing director for Cox Automotive Retail Solutions; Didier Van Bouwel, COO of Modix and Roland Schaack, CEO of Codeweavers – the automotive software business acquired by Cox Automotive earlier this year. The trio discuss what digital retail means, how its application in automotive i...
Fuel/talk episode 21: Daniel Boakes talks independent dealers
June 24, 2021 11:09 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBIn this episode… James Davis is joined by Dan Boakes, head of buyer sales at Cox Automotive to talk about independent dealers. Dan and his team are responsible for Cox Automotive’s relationship with almost 10,000 independent dealers in the UK so have a better view than most about how they are fairing as we approach the half way point of the year. Expect the conversation to cover lots of ground, from stock shortages to online trading – and why 2021 is turning out to be a good year for many, n...
Fuel/talk episode 20: Sebastian Fuchs talks RMS Automotive and Manheim Express at one!
June 10, 2021 09:06 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBIn this episode… James Davis is joined once again by Sebastian Fuchs, managing director of Cox Automotive Europe’s RMS Automotive and Manheim Express brands to discuss the role each brand is playing in helping manufacturers, fleets and dealers better compete in a fast moving, multi-national market. Sebastian reflects on the emergence of white labelled remarketing channels, Manheim Express’ first year of operation, and how technology is driving a better customer experience.
Fuel/talk episode 19: Andy Conde and Stuart Peak talk views from the rostrum
May 06, 2021 09:42 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBIn this episode… Manheim Auction Services’ head auctioneer Andy Conde returns to Fuel/talk to share his latest observations from the rostrum, this time joined by Stuart Peak – Manheim’s national LCV manager to discuss how the wholesale market for vans is currently fairing. Andy and Stuart are the genuine experts in their field and never shy to share an opinion, so make a brew, set your phone to silent and enjoy the conversation!
Fuel/talk episode 18: Pete Bell and Liam Quegan talk Manheim at 100
April 22, 2021 10:08 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBIn this episode… James Davis is joined by Pete Bell, Chief Operating Officer, Cox Automotive Europe & Liam Quegan, Managing Director, Manheim Auction Services and NextGear Capital. This year Manheim in the UK is celebrating its 100th birthday. Pete and Liam reflect on how Manheim business became what it is today, the innovations that have defined the business over the years, and why Manheim’s past is a good guide to its future. Plus, they share news on how the company plans to celebrate this...
Fuel/talk episode 17: Philip Nothard talks AutoFocus issue one
April 15, 2021 09:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBIn this episode… Philip Nothard joins James Davis once more, this time to talk about AutoFocus, the new quarterly insight digital magazine from Cox Automotive. Philip explains the rationale behind AutoFocus and shares an overview of what readers can expect to find in this first issue – including a look at the current new and used car sectors and Cox Automotive’s revised Q2 and 2021 new and used forecasts. Plus he discusses AutoFocus’ first article on the EV revolution - a look at where we ar...
Fuel/talk episode 16: James Leese and Philip Nothard talk dealers reopening
April 08, 2021 07:12 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode… James Davis is joined by Cox Automotive’s Chief Customer Officer, James Leese and Philip Nothard, Insight & Strategy Director to discuss their expectations and hopes as showrooms in the UK start to reopening following the third national lockdown. They discuss how this latest lockdown has differed to those preceding it, how the market has performed during Q1 and their expectations for Q2, and the ways in which Cox Automotive continues to support its dealer customers as they s...
Fuel/talk episode 15: Sam Watkins talks Manheim Vehicle Services
March 25, 2021 07:48 - 6 seconds - 534 KBIn this episode, James Davis chats with Sam Walton, commercial director of Manheim Vehicle Services, one year on from Cox Automotive’s acquisition of C Walton Ltd. Sam joined Cox Automotive through the acquisition and now heads up the enlarged vehicle services business. She reflects on the last twelve months, her experience of integrating two businesses during lockdown, why the acquisition made perfect sense for both organisations, and her vision for the future of vehicle services.
Fuel/talk episode 14: Alison Fisher and Lorna McAtear talk winning the Barbara Cox Award
March 12, 2021 07:37 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBIn this episode… James Davis is joined by Lorna McAtear, Fleet Manager at National Grid, winner of the 2021 Barbara Cox ‘Woman of the Year’ Award, and Alison Fisher, HR Director for Cox Automotive International. Lorna was announced as the third winner of the Barbara Cox Award at the Women With Drive event on – International Women’s Day (8th March). Alison and Lorna chat about this year’s shortlist, why it’s important we recognise the women helping to shape and lead the automotive industry, a...
Fuel/talk episode 13: Mark Shearer talks vehicle logistics
February 25, 2021 07:52 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBFor this episode of Fuel/talk, James chats with Mark Shearer, Director of Movex about the future of vehicle movements. Movex can be described as ‘Uber for vehicle movements’ - the platform connects dealers with cars to move with transport providers who bid for the business on a reverse auction basis. It’s a simple but smart formula that, in a normal year, sees over 400 active providers compete for more than 100,000 vehicle movements. Mark joins James to talk about why the pandemic has given ...
Fuel/talk episode 12: Sebastian Fuchs talks AI in remarketing
February 11, 2021 07:50 - 27 minutes - 25.9 MBFor this episode of Fuel/talk, James chats with Sebastian Fuchs, Managing Director of Manheim Express and RMS Automotive at Cox Automotive Europe, about Artificial Intelligence and the role it is playing in shaping the future of remarketing. They discuss how AI has evolved beyond the theory and into practical applications we engage with every day, its growing impact in automotive, and the AI applications just around the corner for the remarketing sector.
Fuel/talk episode 11: Le Etta Pearce talks Dealer Auction
January 13, 2021 13:21 - 19 minutes - 18.5 MBHappy birthday Dealer Auction! Twelve 12 months on from the auction platform’s official launch, CEO Le Etta Pearce joins James Davis to talk about the online auction platform. Le Etta reflects on Dealer Auction’s first full year of trading – the majority of which was under the shadow of the pandemic – the advances made and experiences gained, plus she explains more about Dealer Auction’s history, philosophy and drive. They also talk about what’s in store for the coming year and discuss wheth...
Fuel/talk episode 10: James Leese talks 2020
December 16, 2020 07:59 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBIn this episode… for our final Fuel/talk of the year and to wrap up 2020, James Davis chats with Cox Automotive’s Chief Customer Officer, James Leese. James and James look back at the year and debate whether it’s one to forget or one to hold close; reflects on the how Cox Automotive, our customers and the sector as a whole have navigated the challenge of Covid-19; recalls the headline moments and milestones beyond Covid-19 that should be celebrated, and looks ahead to the new year. And all i...
Fuel/talk episode 9: Alison Fisher talks Barbara Cox Award
November 30, 2020 11:39 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBIn this episode… James Davis chats with Alison Fisher, Chief People Officer at Cox Automotive about the Barbara Cox ‘Woman of the Year’ Award. The award – now in its third year – launched last week in association with AM and Fleet News. It seeks to honour an inspirational woman within the automotive industry, one who demonstrates a commitment to innovation, leadership or community. Alison discusses the origins of the award, the past winners and why she believes it’s right to recognise the wo...
Fuel/talk episode 8: Philip Nothard talks Insight Report 2020
November 25, 2020 12:08 - 12 minutes - 12.2 MBIn this episode… this week, Cox Automotive and Grant Thornton published their third Insight Report. The report is once again packed with valuable insight, predictions and commentary on some of the biggest trends and topics influencing the automotive industry today. The impact of COVID-19 on the automotive sector is of course a recurring theme, but it also discusses what’s next on the road to zero; the growing subscription economy; digital retail; big data, connectivity and technology; and bu...
Fuel/talk episode 7: Didier Van Bouwel talks digital retail
November 13, 2020 14:43 - 16 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this episode… Covid-19 has accelerated the pace of a revolution already well underway in both consumer and wholesale used vehicle markets. Didier Van Bouwel from Modix joins James Davis to talk about the digital retail revolution and how it’s changing how consumers find, browse and buy used vehicles, and how manufacturers and dealers are adapting to meet these new expectations. Plus, they naturally discuss the role Covid-19 has played in terms of accelerating the pace of change, and what ...
Fuel/talk episode 6: Matt Davock talks LCV market trends
October 20, 2020 10:32 - 17 minutes - 16.6 MBIn this episode... Cox Automotive’s LCV experts have been crunching the numbers and reflecting on what was undoubtedly one of the most unpredictable and turbulent periods they've experienced to produce their quarterly insight report. Matt Davock, director of commercial vehicles at Manheim chats with James Davis about what the stats tell us about the wholesale CV market, what the final quarter of the year holds in store, and the factors outside of Covid influencing the market.
Fuel/talk episode 5: Peter Bell talks mental health
October 14, 2020 07:37 - 20 minutes - 19.5 MBIn this episode… Saturday 10th October was World Mental Health Day, an global initiative that shines a spotlight on mental health. At Cox Automotive, we took the opportunity to double-down on our own mental health initiatives and remind one another that it’s OK to not be OK. Pete Bell, Chief Operations Officer for Cox Automotive Europe is board sponsor for mental health and one of over 40 qualified Mental Health First Aiders within the business. He joins James Davis to explain why mental hea...
Fuel/talk episode 4: Liam Quegan talks Women With Drive
October 01, 2020 13:00 - 11 minutes - 11.3 MBIn this episode... Liam Quegan joins James Davis again, this time to discuss Women With Drive (WWD). Liam is MD of Manheim Auction Services and NextGear Capital, and board sponsor of Cox Automotive’s Women With Drive initiative. WWD was founded in 2016 with a remit to celebrate the work of women in the automotive industry and support female achievements, aspirations and successes. The ‘movement’ has grown over the years to incorporate the Barbara Cox Woman of the Year Award and a programme o...
Fuel/talk episode 3: Liam Quegan talks wholesale funding
October 01, 2020 12:55 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBFuel/talk is a bi-weekly ‘chat show’ hosted by Cox Automotive's James Davis that aims to share valuable context around the market, our propositions, news and stories, and areas of expertise. In this episode... Consumer demand for used vehicles has been strong since dealerships began to reopen in early June, meaning dealers have been busy buying stock to replenish their forecourts. With cashflow under extreme scrutiny and many lenders adopting a more cautious than usual approach, James chat...
Fuel/ talk episode 2: Market chat with Andy Conde
September 28, 2020 09:56 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBFuel/talk is a bi-weekly ‘chat show’ hosted by James Davis that aims to share valuable context around the market, our propositions, news and stories, and areas of expertise. In this episode, Andy Conde, General Manager of Group Auctioneers at Manheim Auction Services provides a wholesale market update and shares his opinion on how it’s performing and where we’re heading from his unique perspective as an auctioneer.
Fuel/ talk episode 1: Paul Humphreys talks eVA
September 17, 2020 15:24 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBFuel/talk is a bi-weekly ‘chat show’ hosted by James Davis that aims to share valuable context around the market, our propositions, news and stories, and areas of expertise. In this episode, Paul Humphreys, Managing Director for Cox Automotive Mobility, Car Buying & eVA Solutions, updates us on the launch of our new business eVA Valuations & Appraisals and why the market is ready for a solution that enables seamless online to in-store vehicle transactions.