In this episode of Super SaaS Bros, hosts Cory and Jayde welcome Brayden Gingrich, co-founder of Dealer Surge AI, to discuss the intersection of AI and the automotive industry.

Brayden shares his journey from a marketing agency to creating a SaaS solution that addresses the significant issue of missed calls in car dealerships. The conversation delves into the challenges of AI adoption, the importance of data security, and the success stories from clients using their platform.

Brayden emphasizes the need for tailored AI solutions and the evolving landscape of the automotive industry, while also sharing valuable life insights about entrepreneurship and taking risks.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Brayden Gingrich

02:25 The Birth of Dealer Surge AI

04:35 AI Adoption in the Automotive Industry

07:48 Security Concerns with AI Voice Agents

09:36 Client Success Stories and Feedback

11:05 Evolving the Business with Data

13:07 The Importance of White Glove Service

16:18 Addressing Edge Cases in AI

17:18 Voice Agents and Accents

18:35 The Risks of API Dependency

19:25 AI Disruption in the Automotive Industry

21:07 Customer Data Platforms in Automotive

23:37 The Future of AI in Dealerships

24:58 Missed Calls and Lead Flow

27:40 Implementing AI Solutions for Dealerships

29:46 The Role of AI in Customer Relationships

30:50 Final Insights and Life Lessons

Want to connect with Dealer Surge AI and Brayden?

Dealer Surge: https://dealersurge.ai/

Instagram: @dealersurgeai

Brayden Gingrich: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brayden-gingrich-a08b46131/