The Modern Tire Dealer Show
Hosted by the editors of MTD, The Modern Tire Dealer Show provides exclusive, in-depth conversations with tire dealers, tire industry experts and other thought leaders, with the goal of helping listeners move their businesses forward.
Episodes

Sep 17, 2026
Sep 17, 2026
19 min
In this episode of The Modern Tire Dealer Show, Randy O'Connor says recruiting and retaining technicians can be easy. You just have to know what to say.

Sep 3, 2026
Sep 3, 2026
26 min
MTD Managing Editor Sara Welch breaks down what 28 tire manufacturers and suppliers revealed about selling LT tires more effectively, including how dealers can prevent mismatches, sell by application and enhance their product knowledge.

Aug 20, 2026
Aug 20, 2026
23 min
Do you know the difference between training and education for tire dealerships? Dennis McCarron explains why the two aren't the same in this episode of The Modern Tire Dealer Show.

Aug 6, 2026
Aug 6, 2026
34 min
How can independent tire dealers and industry professionals effectively utilize AI to help improve service output, build revenue and handle time-consuming tasks? Calum McClelland, chief operating officer of Leverege, outlines a playbook for developing, implementing and tracking new technology to successfully grow automotive operations.

Jul 23, 2026
Jul 23, 2026
40 min
How do you build a successful tire and automotive business that can grow beyond the owner? In this episode of The Modern Tire Dealer Show, Trevor Jensen, owner of Big O Tires Victoria in British Columbia, expands on strengthening the reputation of his family's 35-year business legacy while creating a service model built on collaboration and trust.

Jul 9, 2026
Jul 9, 2026
24 min
Crystal Forth, regional manager at Cambridge, Ontario-based Protreadz Tirecraft Auto Centre, joins The Modern Tire Dealer Show to share how dealerships can continue supporting women at all levels of the tire industry.

Jun 25, 2026
Jun 25, 2026
14 min
In this episode of The Modern Tire Dealer Show, JP Brooks, chief revenue officer at Fitment Group, discusses retail tire pricing trends and what to expect during the second half of 2026.

Jun 11, 2026
Jun 11, 2026
18 min
Central Tire Manager Jason Sparks joins The Modern Tire Dealer Show to discuss how tire dealers can prepare for off-road season by stocking the right inventory, guiding customers through fitment decisions and creating a buying experience that turns enthusiasts into repeat customers.

May 28, 2026
May 28, 2026
18 min
In this episode of The Modern Tire Dealer Show, AG Tire Talk's James Tuschner shares best practices for top ag tire performance.

May 21, 2026
May 21, 2026
27 min
In this episode, Chris Messer, executive vice president of EndeavorB2B's transportation group, and Mike Jones, president and master trainer at Discover Leadership, are joined by Louie Sharp at Sharp Auto Body. Together, they offer valuable tips for pushing ahead of setbacks and creating healthier mindsets for success.

Modern Tire Dealer
Modern Tire Dealer is the premier media brand and source of news, research and market trend analysis for independent tire dealers. MTD offers industry expertise and insight to help tire dealers succeed and operate profitable businesses.






