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In this episode, Jeff Compton sits down with Liz Tate, partner at Level 5 Drive, an ADAS calibration company in southern Ontario. Liz discusses her unconventional path into the automotive industry and the challenges she encountered working as a woman in a traditionally male-dominated field. She shares candid experiences from her time in both dealership and aftermarket environments, highlighting issues such as poor management, internal politics, and the difficulties around proper vehicle safety and used car inspections.
00:00 "Jaded Mechanic: Celebrating 100 Episodes"
08:47 High School Educational Tracks Divide
12:41 "Balancing Podcast Dreams and Career"
19:00 Mentorship vs. Efficiency Conflict
26:01 Customer Complaints Post-Oil Change
30:52 Parts Pricing and Accountability Issues
32:22 Dealership Service Frustrations
41:31 Catalytic Converter Solutions in Canada
47:28 Dealership Culture and Resistance to Change
52:22 "Challenges in Car Shop Margins"
54:30 "Beware Unlicensed Car Technicians"
01:03:00 "Flawed Program Lacks Accountability"
01:06:08 Industry Evolution and Innovation Insights
01:10:26 ADAS Calibration Challenges in Aftermarket
01:18:47 Decaying Truck Neglect
01:24:58 Communication Breakdown in Auto Repairs
01:26:39 Insurance Struggles in Auto Repairs
01:32:52 3D Puzzle vs. Road Map Understanding
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