“You're Already Late!” Why AI is No Longer Optional in March 2026 (+ How To Hire Your First Agent)
Published: March 21, 2026
Duration: 29:08
In this episode of the Industry Spotlight, joining host Sam D’Arc are Roman Spriggs, General Manager of All Things Automotive, and Ross Tinkham, VP of Automotive at Podium, to discuss how Roman replaced a potential human hire with an AI agent named Alex.
This "AI employee" helped the small-town independent dealer achieve record sales months in early 2026 by managing 24/7 customer inquiries and setting appointments overnight.
Tinkham emphasizes that successful integration requires a 30 to 60-day commitment to training the technology to match the dealership's unique culture and voice.
Ultimately, the group warns that de...