Customer Trust and Honesty in the Auto Repair Industry with Oscar Gomez, Part 1

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Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERELaunch your tool game to the next level with Launch Tech USA! HEREJeff Compton is joined by Oscar Gomez, who shares his concerns as a shop owner dealing with the complexities of maximizing profits while maintaining vehicle safety. Jeff discusses a frustrating encounter with a customer who questioned necessary repairs, emphasizing the importance of thorough assessments to prevent dissatisfaction. Oscar highlights the challenges posed by the extreme heat in California and the difficulties of running a shop without air conditioning.00:00 Thriving in automotive testing and case studies.09:06 Disbelief over targeting program proponents for non-compliance.14:01 New safety inspections linked to a government program.20:03 Seller misleads buyer, car inspection process changes.23:09 Unmaintained car may fail emission inspection.29:03 I relate to unfairness in expert consulting.32:27 Evaluating technicians' performance and suggesting further training.41:23 Debate over car belt repair at dealership.47:02 Hyundai Kia check engine, low oil, burning 4 quarts.49:38 Customers ignoring oil change leads to issues.56:23 She's upset about other shops' service.01:00:57 AC maintenance and environmental impact in the industry. Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232