On this week’s Grease the Wheels Uncle Jimmy weaves a Dickensian tale about a miserly shop owner and his much more HR-oriented son. As we go, we examine how these businesses got their start, what happens when the second generation actually knows what they’re doing when it comes to the automotive industry, and the attitudes that each brings to bear in the running of day to day operations. We have all worked for a Jack Hoff - but not all of us have worked for a Ripp. That is typically because well-run shops see less turnover. It’s a bit of Norman Rockwell with a touch of “How to Make Friends and Influence People”, all after way too many Christmas Morning Bloody Mary’s. We would like to thank you all and wish you a very Merry Christmas and a happy, safe, and successful new year!
Also Uncle Jimmy drops the hardest hitting line about the Automotive Industry of 2021, “(Jack Hoff)..had seen what a difference he (Ripp Hoff) had made, so he offered him the job of sales manager at the family dealership - but he low-balled the shit out of him!”
This episode is distributed by The Wrenching Network. Whether you're a technician, a mechanic, or someone who just loves the car scene, The Wrenching Network is a place that you have to check out. They have all sorts of great content, gear, and snacks to keep you turning wrenches in whatever capacity you do it. Also if you see us over there, make sure you say hi and leave a comment with what you think about the episode! Also make sure you check out the Curien N2 Neuron Bluetooth Automotive Graphing Meter- it’s the stocking stuffer you will actually use!
