In this episode of the Tactical Dent Tech Podcast, John Highley records live from the Mobile Tech Expo and shares an honest breakdown of the show — the tools, the trends, and the personal reflections that come with being in the middle of it all.
John covers:
First impressions of MTE and how the show has evolved beyond just PDR
The growing presence of PPF, detailing, ceramic coatings, and auto reconditioning
Why MTE now makes sense for 95% of technicians, not just hail techs
Dent Olympics, booth strategy, and where the smart companies position themselves
Running into technicians who got started from early training content — and why that matters
The reality of being recognized at shows (the good and the exhausting)
Why focus, energy management, and boundaries matter more than ever
John also breaks down new tools he picked up at the show, including:
The Bull Dual Slide Hammer Kit
Why cold glue + slide hammer snapping is a game changer
Tools and tabs that are on his radar next
Lights, leverage, and why quality tools actually change outcomes
This episode isn't about hype or selling — it's about perspective.
Building something real.
Staying focused.
And understanding that the true fruit isn't attention — it's impact.
