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Driven by Intelligence
đ Driven by Intelligence
Hosted by Durran Cage
This isnât just another car podcast.
This is where leadership meets innovation and the automotive industry gets real.
Driven by Intelligence is a high-impact conversation series with dealership owners, general managers, entrepreneurs, and disruptors who are changing the way we lead, sell, serve, and scale.
We unpack the strategies behind:
đ Record-breaking automotive sales
đ¤ Real-world applications of AI, CRM, and video
đĄ Emotional intelligence and leadership development
đ Culture shifts that drive retention, growth, and legacy
Whether youâre leading a team, building a brand, or just starting outâthis show will challenge how you think, lead, and win.
Tune in. Lock in. Letâs evolve the industryâtogether.
Win every day. Gratitude.
Episodes
12 episodes
8 Questions Every Dealership Leader Must Ask in 2026 | CRM, AI, Hots, Appointments
Welcome to our first episode of 2026.Gratitude.Thank you so much in advance for sharing your time with me.I know itâs important.This one is different.No guest today.Just raw Coach Cage energy....
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Future-Proof Dealership Sales in an AI-Driven World (2026 Playbook)
AI is not here to replace great salespeople.AI is here to amplify human performance.In this episode of Driven By Intelligence, we break down what âfuture-proofing salesâ looks like for dealership leaders in 2025â2026.This is a...
75% Say Video Sells: 10 Micro-Moment Videos That Make Millions
75% of auto shoppers say online video influences their purchase.60% who watch a video visit the site or the store.This episode shows you how to turn that attention into appointments and sales.Iâm Durran Cage.Welcome to Drive...
Will AI Replace Your BDC? The Truth Vendors Donât Tell You | Shawn Armorer x Durran Cage
Letâs cut through the noise. AI isnât here to replace your BDCâitâs here to expose weak process and amplify strong leadership. In this episode with Shawn Armorer (BDC Alchemy), we break down the blueprint for 2025â2026:...
Branding & Visual Design In Automotive with Durran Cage X Caleb C Caleb
Branding isnât just about a logoâitâs about shaping perception, building alignment, and creating long-term connections.In this episode of Driven by Intelligence, host Durran Cage sits down with Caleb C. Calebâa value-driven Visual Ident...
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Driven by Intelligence | AI Wonât Replace YouâBut It Will Expose You | Sean Schaffer Interview
Welcome to another episode of Driven by Intelligence â the podcast where real conversations meet real innovation.In this episode, we sit down with entrepreneur and AI strategist Sean Schaffer, who drops game-changing gems on how to buil...
Driven By Intelligence:AI in Automotive: Overhyped or Underused? Cody from Jive Media Breaks It Down
In this jam-packed episode of Driven by Intelligence, I sit down with Cody from Jive Media to unpack one powerful question: Is AI in automotive overhyped or underused?What follows is a masterclass in video strategy, personalization, and...
Driven By Intelligence: AI in Automotive: Overhyped or Underused? Cody from Jive Media Breaks It Down
In this jam-packed episode of Driven by Intelligence, I sit down with Cody from Jive Media to unpack one powerful question: Is AI in automotive overhyped or underused?What follows is a masterclass in video strategy, personalization, and...
Driven By Intelligence: Leading With Purpose: A Real Talk With Mabel Peralta
From cubicles to commanding the showroom floor of one of the most elite automotive brands in the world, Mabel Peraltaâs journey is one of grit, grace, and game-changing leadership.In this powerful episode, Mabel shares how she went from...
Driven by Intelligence: From the Projects to Ownership â Kelvin Bratcher on Legacy, Leadership
In this powerful episode of Driven by Intelligence, we sit down with Kelvin Bratcher, a dealership owner, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Still Moon Whiskey.Kelvin shares his remarkable journey from growing up in the projects of Durham,...
Driven by Intelligence: Lisa Bailey on Automotive Innovation & Post-Sale Education
In this episode, we sit down with Lisa Bailey, Founder & CEO of Features First Auto, to discuss how post-sale customer education is transforming the automotive industry. Lisa shares her mission to bridge the ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance...
Leadership & Video for Automotive Sales Innovation and Breaking Records
In this episode of Driven by Intelligence, we explore the intersection of cutting-edge technology and authentic human connection in the automotive industry. Join us as we dive into the transformative power of AI and video â from enhanci...