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ConnectedPodcastConnected Podcast Episode 177: The Importance of Culture in AutomotiveThis week, Greg sits down with two of the most energizing voices in retail automotive: Fred Lennartz and Lou Ramirez, founders of Certified Solutionaries and hosts of the Car Guy Coffee Podcast.
These two bring more than just caffeine to the conversation. Their approach to automotive leadership is personal, practical, and rooted in optimism — and it’s refreshing.
They cover:
-Why forgiveness is the first step toward progress.
-What ego-free collaboration looks like in the dealership world.
-How to stay energized when the grind gets real.
Fred and Lou don't preach buzzwords, instead they share real stories from their careers, deal...2025-08-0644 min
LotTalk Podcast powered by LotpopLotTalk Ep 19: P.E.T. Your People ft. Car Guy Coffee PodcastAutomotive dealerships are facing upcoming automotive tariffs in the U.S. market. This episode, with insights from industry experts Lou Ramirez and Fred Lennartz of the ‘Car Guy Coffee Podcast,’ explores essential tactics including proactive sales management, enhancing communication in finance and insurance (F&I), cultivating leadership visibility, and fostering continuous education. Learn how positivity, adaptability, and informed preparation can help automotive professionals thrive during industry disruptionsLearn more at www.lottalkpodcast.com2025-04-011h 07
In the Passenger's Seat... with Lou Ramirez and Fred Lennartz, Car Guy Coffee Podcast - NADA Special EditionIn this episode of "In the Passenger's Seat," host Matt Mitteldorfer sits down at NADA 2025 with Lou Ramirez and Fred Lennartz, the dynamic duo behind the Car Guy Coffee Podcast, which has been brewing inspiration in the automotive industry for five years. Fred and Lou share how their podcast has fueled connections, inspired dealerships, and created a culture of growth. Beyond the mic, they discuss their passion for training, cultivating coaches, and helping dealer professionals propel their businesses to the next level. Grab a cup and get ready for an uplifting blend of insights, motivation, and car guy energy! 🚗☕🔥2025-02-2412 min
I'm A Car ChickWhen the Lights Go OutBobbie Herron, Shannon Everhart, Tim Hayden, Jenna Smith, Lou Ramirez, Fred Lennartz, Christopher CampbellWhen The Lights Go Out: Pissed or Productive? Welcome to Chicks In Charge, the podcast where powerhouse women (and a few bold men) from various industries come together to share their expertise, insights, and tips on navigating the professional world.In today's electrifying episode, we dive deep into the chaos and opportunities that arise when your software goes down for days on end. Are you choosing to be pissed or productive? Join us as we explore this dilemma with a...2024-06-291h 19
Leadership in the DealershipBeyond the First Purchase: How Dealerships Cultivate Lasting TrustBeing able to give an authentically inspiring answer to the question “Why?” is the mark of a true change-maker. The guests on today’s episode answer that very question in a way that will both invigorate and resonate with leaders in the world of auto dealerships.This week, host Danielle Mills Walden is joined by Fred Lennartz and Lou Ramirez, the dynamic duo behind Car Guy Coffee Media. Fred and Lou are committed to revolutionizing the dealership experience by emphasizing positive relationships between sales pros and customers — as well as encouraging leaders to embrace change and adopt customer-centric processe...2024-04-1746 min
I'm A Car ChickBrewing Positivity and High-Energy Solutions in the Automotive Industry ft. Fred Lennartz & Lou RamirezThis Latin Asian Fusion of solution brewin’ Fun Flooders, is unique all its self. Compared to the feelings of a euphoric energizing coffee experience, Lou Ramirez and Fred Lennartz bring caffeinated culture to an industry needing a jump box jolt of positive power! Both armed force veterans on a mission to serve the automotive industry the values needed to see professionals rise to unknown heights of standard excellence.These career long best friends are bringing contagious confidence to everyone willing to take a sip. With 5 children between them, Fred with 1, Lou with 4, and nearly combine 4 decades of ma...2023-12-1951 min
The BHPH Morning ShowArtificial Intelligence: A Win for BHPH/LHPH/Indy Dealers?Guest Fred Lennartz joins to discuss his recent article in NIADA's BHPH Dealer magazine on the ways artificial intelligence (AI) has, is, and will impact the used car industry. We explore the ways that BHPH dealers can expect to enjoy efficiencies and and other benefits from harnessing these powerful new tools.
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Find the BHPH Morning Show LIVE on YouTube, LinkedIn and Facebook every Mon, Wed, & Fri at 11am eastern where we (Jim and Michelle Rhoads along with featured guests) talk #buyherepayhere #bhph #subprime #automotive #finance #e...2023-12-1928 min
VINCUE: CUE The Next LeaderFred Lennartz and Lou Rameriz - Driven by Experience... and CaffeineFred Lennartz and Lou Rameriz have each been in the automotive business for over 20 years. They ended up meeting each other at the same dealership after serving in the military. Fred was Air Force and Lou was in the Army. Both quickly realized that if you hustle and put in the work then you can build an amazing career in automotive.They started the Car Guy Coffee podcast and from there a media agency. The focus of their podcast is to uplift dealers, their stories, and to share with the world how great the people are in...2023-06-2837 min
I'm A Car ChickCar Guy Coffee ft. The Chicks in Charge @ NIADAThe Chicks FINALLY had a chance to sit down and chat with Fred Lennartz and Lou Ramirez of the Car Guy Coffee Podcast!
Fred and Lou - also known as the "Certified Solutionaries" around the Automotive Industry - are working to change the car business one heart at a time.
Their mission is to focus on the people that we work with every single day: from the staff at the dealership to the customers driving our cars and everyone we interact with in between.
Fred and Lou will work hand in hand with your team, either virtually or in person...2023-06-2723 min
The Dealer PlaybookMichael Cirillo, Keynote Speaker at NIADAIn this episode, host Lou Ramirez and co-host Fred Lennartz, of the popular Car Guy Coffee Podcast, interview special guest Michael Cirillo. It's a big ol' switcheroo!Michael, who is the CEO of FlexDealer, an automotive marketing and technology company, will be a featured Keynote Speaker at the 2023 NIADA Accelerate Convention & Expo at the Wynn Resort in Las Vegas on June 22nd at 4:00 pm. If there's one thing Michael has learned throughout his many years of experience in the auto industry and hundreds of Dealer Playbook podcast episodes, it's that putting people first is an a...2023-06-0134 min
ASOTU UnscriptedFred Lennartz and Lou Ramirez, Car Guy Coffee PodcastSend us a text ASOTU was on the ground with Fred Lennartz and Lou Ramirez during the 18th Annual Client and Friends Digital Success Workshop. Fred Lennartz is the Co-Founder/President of Consistency at Certified Solutionaries. Lou Ramirez is the Co-Founder / Solutions CEO at Certified Solutionaries. ⭐️ Love the podcast? Please leave us a review here — even one sentence helps! Consider including your LinkedIn or Instagram handle so we can thank you personally! We have a daily email...2023-05-0104 minThe BHPH Morning ShowCar Guy Coffee Time! Fellow Podcasters Lou Ramirez and Fred Lennartz JoinFellow and seasoned podcasters Lou Ramirez and Fred Lennartz III join the BHPH Morning Show to talk car business, coffee and their legacy as "Certified Solutionaries."
Find the BHPH Morning Show LIVE on YouTube, LinkedIn and Facebook every Mon, Wed, & Fri at 9am eastern where we (Jim and Michelle Rhoads along with featured guests) talk #buyherepayhere #bhph #subprime #automotive #finance #ethics #whitehatway #customerretention #customerengagement #marketing and much more!
We are pleased to use our sometimes-scratchy morning voices to speak up on behalf of BHPH Dealers. Don't forget to LIKE the videos and SUBSCRIBE to The...2022-12-2439 min
Strategy with JasonPreparing Better Versions Of Ourselves Ft. Fred Lennartz - Business of Parenting PodcastOn this episode of the BOP podcast, Jason is joined by Fred Lennartz! Jason and Fred discuss everything from marriage to fatherhood and keeping that work/life balance. Tune in!
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What the Fixed Ops?! (WTF?!)Brewin' Solutions with Fred & Lou - Car Guy Coffee Podcast - WTF?! #ShortsBrewin' solutions with In this Fred and Lou with the Car Guy Coffee Podcast!Watch now! https://youtu.be/7v_ceBQI9bUWhooHoo! Have your cappuccino ready! Today, we speak to the dynamic duo, the impenetrable pair, the caffeinated couple, Fred Lennartz III and Lou Ramirez of the Car Guy Coffee Podcast and Certified Solutionaries! Get your shot in the arm, shot in the dealership, shot of inspiration in today's conversation with these two bursts of brew energy!Warm welcome and BIG THANKS to Fred and Lou for joining us today! Be sure to...2022-06-2202 minWhat the Fixed Ops?! (WTF?!)This Rocket Ship is Going Somewhere! - Fred & Lou - Car Guy Coffee Podcast - WTF?! #ShortsThis rocket ship is going somewhere!In this WTF?! #short, we talk to Fred and Lou with the Car Guy Coffee Podcast!Watch now! https://youtu.be/4TpdXSQ1LjsWhooHoo! Have your cappuccino ready! Today, we speak to the dynamic duo, the impenetrable pair, the caffeinated couple, Fred Lennartz III and Lou Ramirez of the Car Guy Coffee Podcast and Certified Solutionaries! Get your shot in the arm, shot in the dealership, shot of inspiration in today's conversation with these two bursts of brew energy!Warm welcome and BIG THANKS to Fred...2022-06-2101 minWhat the Fixed Ops?! (WTF?!)What it Means to be a Solutionary - Fred & Lou - Car Guy Coffee Podcast - WTF?! #ShortsIn this WTF?! #short, we talk to Fred and Lou about what it means to be a Solutionary! Watch now! https://youtu.be/_2KMb5pF7AEWhooHoo! Have your cappuccino ready! Today, we speak to the dynamic duo, the impenetrable pair, the caffeinated couple, Fred Lennartz III and Lou Ramirez of the Car Guy Coffee Podcast and Certified Solutionaries! Get your shot in the arm, shot in the dealership, shot of inspiration in today's conversation with these two bursts of brew energy!Warm welcome and BIG THANKS to Fred and Lou for joining us...2022-06-2001 minWhat the Fixed Ops?! (WTF?!)Speaking the Universal Language of the Dealership - Fred & Lou - WTF?! #ShortsIn this WTF?! #short, we talk to Fred and Lou about speaking the universal language of the dealership!Watch now! https://youtu.be/50D6GMWmaa4WhooHoo! Have your cappuccino ready! Today, we speak to the dynamic duo, the impenetrable pair, the caffeinated couple, Fred Lennartz III and Lou Ramirez of the Car Guy Coffee Podcast and Certified Solutionaries! Get your shot in the arm, shot in the dealership, shot of inspiration in today's conversation with these two bursts of brew energy!Warm welcome and BIG THANKS to Fred and Lou for joining us today...2022-06-1701 minWhat the Fixed Ops?! (WTF?!)We Solve Transportation Problems - Fred & Lou - Car Guy Coffee Podcast - WTF?! #Shorts"We solve transportation problems..."In this WTF?! #short, we talk to Fred and Lou with Car Guy Coffee Podcast!Watch now! https://youtu.be/5zTi4weGkpQWhooHoo! Have your cappuccino ready! Today, we speak to the dynamic duo, the impenetrable pair, the caffeinated couple, Fred Lennartz III and Lou Ramirez of the Car Guy Coffee Podcast and Certified Solutionaries! Get your shot in the arm, shot in the dealership, shot of inspiration in today's conversation with these two bursts of brew energy!Warm welcome and BIG THANKS to Fred and Lou for...2022-06-1601 min
Keep The ChangeFred & Lou: Achieving A Higher Level of ExcellenceFred Lennartz (Subprime Hero) and Lou Ramirez (Car Guy Coffee) are career-long best friends who are on a mission to influence businesses, communities, and relationships in a way that brings about a positive legacy for all.What we discuss in this episode:Change is something that we have to do in order to achieve a high standard of excellence. If we stay the same, we get the same results. If we keep doing the same thing, we get bored.Not just in business but also in life, it's important to adapt so that you can remain...2022-06-1648 minWhat the Fixed Ops?! (WTF?!)You Reap What You Sow - Fred & Lou - Car Guy Coffee Podcast - WTF?! #ShortsYou reap what you sow...In this WTF?! #short, we talk to Fred and Lou with the Car Guy Coffee Podcast!Watch now! https://youtu.be/hEIvd_LpdIsWhooHoo! Have your cappuccino ready! Today, we speak to the dynamic duo, the impenetrable pair, the caffeinated couple, Fred Lennartz III and Lou Ramirez of the Car Guy Coffee Podcast and Certified Solutionaries! Get your shot in the arm, shot in the dealership, shot of inspiration in today's conversation with these two bursts of brew energy!Warm welcome and BIG THANKS to Fred and...2022-06-1502 minWhat the Fixed Ops?! (WTF?!)When the Temperature Gets Too Hot - Fred & Lou - Car Guy Coffee Podcast - WTF?! #ShortsWhen the temperature gets too hot...Watch now! https://youtu.be/uwGWBgsCxyEIn this WTF?! #short, we talk to Fred and Lou with the Car Guy Coffee Podcast!WhooHoo! Have your cappuccino ready! Today, we speak to the dynamic duo, the impenetrable pair, the caffeinated couple, Fred Lennartz III and Lou Ramirez of the Car Guy Coffee Podcast and Certified Solutionaries! Get your shot in the arm, shot in the dealership, shot of inspiration in today's conversation with these two bursts of brew energy!Warm welcome and BIG THANKS to Fred and...2022-06-1402 minWhat the Fixed Ops?! (WTF?!)Brothers in Calling - Fred & Lou - Car Guy Coffee Podcast - WTF?! #ShortsIt's wonderful to see brothers in calling... In this WTF?! #short, we talk to Fred and Lou with Car Guy Coffee Podcast!Watch now! https://youtu.be/zxYWMETcEqg WhooHoo! Have your cappuccino ready! Today, we speak to the dynamic duo, the impenetrable pair, the caffeinated couple, Fred Lennartz III and Lou Ramirez of the Car Guy Coffee Podcast and Certified Solutionaries! Get your shot in the arm, shot in the dealership, shot of inspiration in today's conversation with these two bursts of brew energy!Warm welcome and BIG THANKS to Fred and Lou for...2022-06-1302 min
Strategy with JasonLas Vegas Drive Podcast with Jason - Fred LennartzJoining me on today's show is Co-Founder/President of Consistency at Certified Solutionaries, Fredrick “Subprime Hero” Lennartz III.
Fredrick “Subprime Hero” Lennartz III
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Jason Harris
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strategywithjason.com/2021-11-3023 min
DataMindz.ComDATAMINDZ Data for the Auto Industry feat. hosts of Car Guy Coffee Podcast hosted by Greg AsheScience and Art ar Converging with a couple of Car Guys on this episode of Datamindz hosted by Greg Ashe. In this high energy show we get Lou Ramirez "The Car Guy" and Fred Lennartz "The Subprime Hero" to pour out their thoughts and drop key questions that the auto industry needs answers on. This is a definite got to get episode.2021-11-2226 minThe Dealer PlaybookHumanizing Car Sales w/ Fred LennartzTo humanize something means that you do it in a more humane or civilized way. The car industry is still plagued by negative stereotypes, many of which are perpetuated by the fact that some dealers are hanging on to the past. Listen as Fred Lennartz shares his insights about how to change that narrative so that we can provide a culture that serves the needs of the community far beyond just moving metal. Connect with Michael Cirillo:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcirilloFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mic...2021-08-3010 minThe Dealer PlaybookFred Lennartz: What The Most Successful Car Sales Pros DoFrederick Lennartz (a.k.a The Subprime Hero), is the host of the Car Guy Coffee Podcast and has nearly 20 years of automotive retail under his belt. Fred's mission is to help the automotive retail community be the very best it can be, and he's doing that by helping shift the way car dealers approach the road to the car sale.In this episode, Fred shares how he works tactical sales strategies into a more caring, and service-oriented approach to working with car shoppers. Car salespeople who take the time to build relationships and show care and...2021-08-2631 min
DEALER TALKFred Lennartz: Sub-Prime HeroWelcome Back!
Tune in to our last episode of season 5, man; I can not believe that I have been able to keep this going for this many seasons.
What a great guest to close things off! Non-other than Fred Lennart's, the "Sub-Prime Hero," what can I say? Great conversation, and you need to listen to the whole thing!
Time Highlights:
10:00 Why process can help us regain market share from Carvana and Vroom
19:00 How has covid impacted sub-prime lending
27:00 How...2021-07-2054 min
"You're In Charge" with Glenn PaschMaking the Customer Experience in Auto Fun Again w/ Fred Lennartz & Lou RamirezEpisode 70 focuses on the changing landscape of the auto industry. For too long the interaction between customer and dealer has not been fun. Also the experience in the dealership for the employees has been hard. Well Fred and Lou are on a mission. As car dealers they are working to change these dynamics. Through their work in their stores and connecting with their market through social media they feel if you show your customers the people inside the dealership there is more connection. They host the Car Guy Coffee podcast & an agency to help this...2021-07-0855 min
"You're In Charge" with Glenn PaschMaking the Customer Experience in Auto Fun Again w/ Fred Lennartz & Lou RamirezEpisode 70 focuses on the changing landscape of the auto industry. For too long the interaction between customer and dealer has not been fun. Also the experience in the dealership for the employees has been hard. Well Fred and Lou are on a mission. As car dealers they are working to change these dynamics. Through their work in their stores and connecting with their market through social media they feel if you show your customers the people inside the dealership there is more connection. They host the Car Guy Coffee podcast & an agency to help this mission so j...2021-07-0855 min
Car Guy CoffeePARTNER SPOTLIGHT Richard DeLancey CEO Dealership Tool Kit 5Liner p2The one & only Richard DeLancey CEO of Dealership Tool Kit Explodes the Cafe' with wisdom, foresight, and strategies just sharing a cup of coffee with the Solutionaries. This #5liner gives you a behind the curtain look at the tool master himself, and why he is Brewin' Solutions on the Car Guy Coffee Podcast With Lou Ramirez and Fred Lennartz. Enjoy Part 2, Let's Brew!2021-03-3139 min
CAR GUY COFFEE PODCASTPARTNER SPOTLIGHT Richard DeLancey CEO Dealership Tool Kit 5Liner p2The one & only Richard DeLancey CEO of Dealership Tool Kit Explodes the Cafe' with wisdom, foresight, and strategies just sharing a cup of coffee with the Solutionaries. This #5liner gives you a behind the curtain look at the tool master himself, and why he is Brewin' Solutions on the Car Guy Coffee Podcast With Lou Ramirez and Fred Lennartz. Enjoy Part 2, Let's Brew!
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The PodheadsEpisode 80: Sub Prime Hero"Sub Prime Hero, Fred Lennartz from The Car Guy Coffee Podcast joins the cipher to school the buds on the car business.We talk about everything you need to know when it comes to car shopping and how his message is changing the culture of vehicle sales everywhere. In a candid interview, Fred talks his first sale ever, beligerent customers, lessons learned and the time the cops were called. You have to listen to the episode to find out how the Car Guy Coffee Podcast is, truly chaining the car business game!This...2021-03-041h 00
Car Guy CoffeeHomegrown Vol 4 - #5Liner - Jeff Lennartz Sales Manager Knox FordEdward Markham said, "The crest and crowing of all good, life's final star, is brotherhood." This brew the Solutionaries sit down and interview family. Not only, is Jeff Lennartz the Sales Manager at Knox Ford, a husband, father, great leader, but he is Fred's little brother, and a brother from another mother to Lou. The guys sit down and ask the #5Liner. Be ready for some real answers and a whole lot of fun. We are Brewin' Solutions and all you got to do is get you some. Let's Brew!2020-09-2150 min
CAR GUY COFFEE PODCASTHomegrown Vol 4 - #5Liner - Jeff Lennartz Sales Manager Knox FordEdward Markham said, "The crest and crowing of all good, life's final star, is brotherhood." This brew the Solutionaries sit down and interview family. Not only, is Jeff Lennartz the Sales Manager at Knox Ford, a husband, father, great leader, but he is Fred's little brother, and a brother from another mother to Lou. The guys sit down and ask the #5Liner. Be ready for some real answers and a whole lot of fun. We are Brewin' Solutions and all you got to do is get you some. Let's Brew!2020-09-2150 min
Car Guy CoffeeThe Process: Know It, Grow It, Sow ItIf you can not easily describe what you're doing in a simple process, you don't really know what you're doing. In our first episode the Subprime Hero Fred Lennartz and the Car Guy Lou Ramirez, will share tips and stories on why its important to know, and explain your process to clients at work or even in your personal life. We have our #5Liner #FreshNews #CarGuyConfessionSessions #CarBuyersTips and #ToGoCupWe are #BrewinSolutions and all you have to do is #GetYouSome2020-01-191h 07