Garagecast - All Things Power Sports and Marine
This podcast will give you a boots on the ground look at "wants based" industries. Guest speakers will be actual dealers that distinguish themselves, industry insiders, OEM executives, and retail experts. This podcast is intended for those that work their fingers to the bone selling equipment that enriches lives and keeps friends and family values cemented in the American culture. With the intention of raising awareness, new ideas, and profitability, come and have a listen to Garagecast...Are You Ready?
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Ep. #298 - Behind the Scenes at Rice's Rapid Motorsports: Stories of Success, Struggles, and Side-by-Sides
Family Legacy, Wild Stories & Sturgis Insights with Wade Rice Ride along as Wade Rice of Rice"s Rapid Motorsports shares wild dealership stories, the evolution of Sturgis, and candid thoughts on the future of powersports.
In this quick hit episode of GarageCast, we catch up on Sam Dantzler’s ankle surgery and his 3-month absence from the road. We talk recovery setbacks, gratitude for strong teams, and the importance of resilience. Send Sam some love—and stay tuned for his return to 20 clubs and travel.
Marine dealers are facing a brutal Q2—sales down 33%, tariffs up, and closures looming. But there’s a way forward. In this episode, we break down the data, the ripple effect on PowerSports and Harley, and share a 4-step plan to create deals, accept more deals, boost F&I, and lock in service customers. If you’re in the
New GarageCast Episode: Discover how to keep your service department thriving through fall and winter. We share proactive strategies—customer outreach, winterization services, OEM programs, and social media tactics—that flip the “slow season” into a profit season. Don’t wait for work to come in—create it.
From Ducati to Norton, Steve Radt’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, innovation, and passion for two wheels. Hear how he built a successful Manhattan dealership, navigated the EV world at Polestar, and now leads Norton Motorcycles’ North American sales with bold plans for growth and groundbreaking models.
In this episode of GarageCast, we explore how consistency drives dealership success—from customer experience to team accountability. We highlight key systems like dealership tours and F&I menus, and why being consistent, even if imperfect, is better than being unpredictable.