Customer Trust and Honesty in the Auto Repair Industry with Oscar Gomez, Part 1

The Jaded Mechanic Podcast

Jeff Compton is joined by Oscar Gomez, who shares his concerns as a shop owner dealing with the complexities of maximizing profits while maintaining vehicle safety. Jeff discusses a frustrating encounter with a customer who questioned necessary repairs, emphasizing the importance of thorough assessments to prevent dissatisfaction. Oscar highlights the challenges posed by the extreme heat in California and the difficulties of running a shop without air conditioning.

00:00 Thriving in automotive testing and case studies.
09:06 Disbelief over targeting program proponents for non-compliance.
14:01 New safety inspections linked to a government program.
20:03 Seller misleads buyer, car inspection process changes.
23:09 Unmaintained car may fail emission inspection.
29:03 I relate to unfairness in expert consulting.
32:27 Evaluating technicians' performance and suggesting further training.
41:23 Debate over car belt repair at dealership.
47:02 Hyundai Kia check engine, low oil, burning 4 quarts.
49:38 Customers ignoring oil change leads to issues.
56:23 She's upset about other shops' service.
01:00:57 AC maintenance and environmental impact in the industry.

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