In this episode, Chris, Georgia, and Mike Kunkel dive into a candid discussion about the rise of AI in the auto recycling industry. They chat about how Ari , APS’s AI Sales Agent, is being used in the real world—and what that means for auto recycling business owners. They also talk about the elephant in the room: “We’ve created this issue—this challenge of leads. Now we need to do something with them. Customers are expecting a response.” It’s a powerful reminder that adopting AI is just the star...
May 14, 2025•42 min
In this follow-up to his packed URG Conference session, Chris Daglis from Auto PARTnered Solutions and Georgia Carver to break down the real-world impact of AI on automotive recycling. The episode explores how AI isn’t just future tech, it’s already here, quietly embedded in tools and processes auto recyclers use daily. They highlight practical, scalable AI use cases including routing systems, inventory grading, and the new voice AI assistant Ari . Chris and Georgia stress that AI isn’t about re...
May 06, 2025•26 min
In this podcast episode Georgia and Chris Daglis unpack how APS’s Bid Buddy Optimiser is helping automotive recyclers make smarter, data-led salvage buying decisions. Chris explains why accurate buying is fundamental to profitability and how APS works with individual yards to tailor their Bid Buddy settings based on real sales and stock data. The episode also touches on industry events like the URG Conference and the exciting launch of APS’s AI Digital Assistant, Ari . Auto PARTnered Solutions |...
May 06, 2025•32 min
In this episode, Chris and Georgia from APS are joined by Gary from eBay Australia to explore how eBay sellers can build trust and maintain top-rated status on the platform. They unpack seller performance metrics, the importance of proactive account management, how feedback affects reputation, and why sellers must treat eBay with the same professionalism as other sales channels. The trio emphasises the power of communication, both with customers and with eBay support, and the need to align with ...
May 06, 2025•20 min
In this episode, Chris, Georgia, and eBay Australia’s Gary Taluja dive into the massive opportunities auto recyclers are missing by not selling on eBay. They discuss how eBay provides 24/7 sales, nationwide visibility, and access to new customers —from retail buyers to mechanics and repairers. The team also explores how eBay supports sustainability efforts , helps recyclers move slow-selling inventory , and reduces vehicle downtime for businesses. Plus, APS and eBay make it easy to get started w...
Mar 19, 2025•21 min
ay Australia podcast series, Chris, Gary, and Georgia discuss what it takes to set up your eBay store for success. Auto PARTnered Solutions | Providing effective business solutions for the automotive recycling industry You can follow us here: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn You Tube Book a FREE DEMO for one of our products here: Australia/US UK Book a FREE AUDIT here: Digital Marketing Audit with Georgia Business Audit with Chris...
Mar 12, 2025•20 min
In this episode, hosts Chris Daglis, Georgia Carver, and eBay’s Gary Taluja discuss the upcoming APS & eBay BBQ Trade Nights for auto recyclers. The events are scheduled as follows: Brisbane (Manheim Auctions): Thursday, March 6th Sydney (Manheim Auctions): Thursday, March 13th Melbourne: Thursday, March 20th Perth: Thursday, May 15th Adelaide: Thursday, May 22nd They explain that these regional events will offer practical eBay training, sales sessions, yard tours, and networking opportuniti...
Feb 25, 2025•15 min
In this podcast, Mike Kunkel (Profit Team Consulting) and Chris Daglis (Auto PARTnered Solutions) break down what auto recyclers can expect from the Summer Sales Training sessions happening this March in Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne. Want to know how some salespeople consistently generate over $500,000 a month ? These training sessions will deliver actionable strategies to boost sales, strengthen customer relationships, and drive immediate results . Before the eBay Grill & Grow Nights , d...
Feb 19, 2025•20 min
On this episode of the APS Podcast , Chris and Georgia sit down with Kirk Monger , the newest member of the APS team and our new Director of Sales & Business Development for North America . Kirk’s no stranger to the auto recycling industry—he’s spent decades leading sales teams at Hollander and has been watching APS grow from the sidelines. Now, he’s officially on board, and we couldn’t be more excited! We chat about why Kirk made the move, what excites him about APS, and how having him on t...
Feb 06, 2025•14 min
Join Georgia and Chris on their U.S. road trip as they explore some of the top auto recycling facilities across the country! In this chat, they share key takeaways from each visit. In the chat they highlight innovative practices in team empowerment, technology adoption, e-commerce integration, and strategic planning. From Pete's Auto Parts tech-forward facility to My Auto Store's people-first culture, each stop offers unique insights into what makes these operations successful. They also discuss...
Nov 04, 2024•19 min
In this podcast chat, Georgia Carver and Chris Daglis dive into the excitement surrounding the upcoming APRAA conference in Australia. They discuss the significance of conferences for the automotive recycling industry, particularly highlighting the value of attending these industry events, and maximising the opportunities for networking, learning from peers, and engaging directly with suppliers. Chris, with his 20 years of conference-going experience, shares stories of how these events have been...
Aug 22, 2024•20 min
Welcome to today's episode, where we dive into the game-changing world of eBay listings and uncover why adding video can skyrocket your sales. In this episode, we'll explore the compelling reasons behind the growing trend of video in online marketplaces, how it enhances buyer trust, showcases your products in the best light, and sets you apart from the competition. Whether you're an eBay veteran or just starting out, tune in to discover actionable tips and expert insights that will transform you...
Jun 16, 2024•17 min
The podcast episode on eBay tips and tricks for auto recyclers features Chris Daglis from Auto Partnered Solutions and Georgia Carver, who discuss practical strategies to enhance eBay sales. Here are the key takeaways: Titles Optimization: Use effective SEO practices by including make, model, year, and part type in titles. Ensure titles are informative and include relevant attributes like engine type and size. Properly formatted titles enhance searchability and visibility on eBay. Images Quality...
Jun 13, 2024•27 min
Chris Daglis, Auto Partnered Solutions talks to Greg Horn from PartsTrader. We cover what's new with PartsTrader, why you should be aware of it as a recycler and while we talk a lot about the US market, we also discuss the possibility of growth in Australia - exciting stuff! PartsTrader is all about the data. It's not just a platform for insurers, it's incredibly informative for recyclers also. PartsTrader: 'bringing repairers, suppliers and carriers together in a single, open and intuitive mark...
Sep 08, 2023•59 min•Season 2Ep. 23
A few weeks back now, I had the most enlightening chat with Claire Rainwater. She's married to a friend of mine who you might also know well as a sales expert in our industry: Rob Rainwater. I asked Claire if she would come on the podcast to chat about mental health and wellbeing - specifically for the automotive industry. We are a very male focused industry and it can be tough for us men to admit we're struggling or to engage in any sort of 'mindfulness' practice. Let me be the first to tell yo...
Aug 10, 2023•49 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Chris Daglis, Managing Director, and Georgia Carver, Social Media Director sit down to bring us the 'Get Real Marketing Series'. In this episode, Chris and Georgia explain how the automotive recycling industry, primarily comprised of family businesses, has not fully embraced marketing and social media.’ *Key Takeaways The automotive recycling industry has traditionally overlooked the potential of social media marketing and storytelling due to its non-corporate nature and focus on environmental p...
Jun 21, 2023•2 min
Every year the URG training conference connects automotive recyclers with their peers, the latest technology and services and gives both individuals and teams the training they need to push their limits and reach for the horizon. Today’s episode is to provide valuable info and insights to auto recyclers around the world and to talk about the upcoming URG conference. AGENDA 1. URG Conference in Orlando, Florida We will give you an idea of numbers, vendors attending and sessions. We will point out...
Apr 13, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Join Chris Daglis and Rob Rainwater as they discuss innovation in the automotive recycling industry. In particular they will be passing on actionable steps you can take TODAY to increase immediate and future profits for your own automotive recycling business. Auto PARTnered Solutions | Providing effective business solutions for the automotive recycling industry You can follow us here: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn You Tube Book a FREE DEMO for one of our products here: Australia/US UK Book a FREE ...
Feb 24, 2023•54 min
The Get Real Marketing Series 2023: ‘Why Do Automotive Recyclers Need to Use Social Media?’ - DIGITAL MARKETING - We know it works and we know most other industries have adapted to it. So why is the automotive recycling industry so far behind? Did the digital world forget about us, or are we too busy running our yards to market them? I feel so passionately about the power of Digital marketing in elevating your business, that I asked my Social Media Manager, Georgia to record this series with me....
Feb 24, 2023•2 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Join Sarah from Overton Garage and Laura Richards from eBay as they share some brilliant results using exactlist. Exactlist is essentially an outsourced car parts listing specialist who works 100% of their day for you - listing your parts on eBay. The correct way. Resulting in more sales of more parts more often. Good for you, good for the customer. Let your more qualified staff work on other things within your business that require attention. It's a brilliant solution to current staff shortages...
Oct 11, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Chris doesn’t get much sleep. In his quest to innovate an industry he has served for over 30 years , his day can involve hosting Zoom conferences with industry bodies in the UK at 11pm, speaking with recyclers in the US at 4am and visiting Australian salvage yards through the day. It’s this dedication that has cemented his role as an innovative and adaptable leader , working across companies ranging from ASX top 20's to family businesses and individual entrepreneurs. Along with being the leading...
Sep 23, 2022•4 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Chris doesn’t get much sleep. In his quest to innovate an industry he has served for over 30 years , his day can involve hosting Zoom conferences with industry bodies in the UK at 11pm, speaking with recyclers in the US at 4am and visiting Australian salvage yards through the day. It’s this dedication that has cemented his role as an innovative and adaptable leader , working across companies ranging from ASX top 20's to family businesses and individual entrepreneurs. Along with being the leading...
Sep 13, 2022•3 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Join Chris Daglis and Chad Counselman of Auto PARTnered Solutions for an informal chat about the auto recycling world. Glenn Probyn , Executive Director | Takata Task Force | Compliance and Product Safety Division and Natalie Attrill , Director | Takata Task Force | Compliance and Product Safety Division as they answer your questions on the largest automotive recall in history. Your responsibilities, risks and your role in keeping your company, employees and the consumer safe. Takata and automot...
Nov 05, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 16
Join Chris Daglis and Chad Counselman of Auto PARTnered Solutions for an informal chat about the auto recycling world. TITLE URGENT RECALLS - Vehicle Manufacturers Supporting Auto Recyclers in the Interest of Public Safety DESCRIPTION This week we have a number of VMs that have agreed to be on the podcast to talk about how they are working to help professional auto recyclers. Join us to hear each of the below VMs discuss how they are, or would like to be working with you in the future. SPECIAL G...
Sep 10, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Join Chris Daglis and Chad Counselman of Auto PARTnered Solutions for an informal chat about the auto recycling world.TITLEMaximise Value on Your Catalytic ConvertersDESCRIPTIONBecky Berube, President of the International Precious Metals Institute and owner of UCC will explain how the precious metals market works and how you can MAKE MORE MONEY!SPECIAL GUESTS:Becky Berube | President & Owner, United Catalyst Corporation & President, International Precious Metals Institute+Al Berube | Uni...
Aug 26, 2020•1 hr
• Who is the United Recyclers Group (URG), what role do they play and what is their mission? • The importance of expanding interchange to include additional part types commonly associated with collision repair. • The affect ADAS systems will have in the marketplace as vehicles age and individuals are trying to keep their vehicles in operation. o With the average age of a US vehicle is 11.9 years, there needs to be a coordination of efforts between the OEMs and the recycling industry to use OE pa...
Aug 14, 2020•1 hr 5 min
A Training Session on How Bidding Tools can Increase Profitability. • What is a bidding tool like BidBuddy or BidPad – why, how and what? - Why do most Australian and New Zealand recyclers not use one? • How can you use bidding tools to buy better and make more money? • What are the challenges with using bidding tools and what are the solutions? • What can we learn from the USA; - How should you set your bidding tool up? - How good facilities use bidding tools? - Why is a post previewed QCI scor...
Aug 09, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 12
Are You Breaking The Law? This week we are talking safety and your responsibilities. Auto PARTnered Solutions | Providing effective business solutions for the automotive recycling industry You can follow us here: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn You Tube Book a FREE DEMO for one of our products here: Australia/US UK Book a FREE AUDIT here: Digital Marketing Audit with Georgia Business Audit with Chris...
Jul 14, 2020•1 hr 2 min
DESCRIPTIONManheim Announces New Partnership: Salvage Buying Using New Technologies SPECIAL GUESTS:Jonothan EllertonHead Of Salvage, Manheim Australia and New ZealandMike LambertOwner, Buddy Automotive InnovationsChad CounselmanTechnical Sales Manager, exactbids – an Auto PARTnered Solutions businessAGENDA:exactbids- What is it?- Why has it been developed?- Who is for?- How will it work? Manheim data- Powering new innovations with exactbids and BuddyAI.Live Demo- BuddyAI and the exactbids downlo...
Jun 30, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 10
The future is ELECTRIC VEHICLE RECYCLING: How to do it safely and profitably. Join Andy Latham, Chad and Chris as they discuss the future of auto recycling in the electric world. SPECIAL GUESTS: Andy Latham – Founder and CEO, Salvage WireSalvage Wirewww.salvagewire.com AGENDA: * Handling and de-manufacturing- Only trained technicians should work on EV’s until deemed safe- Always follow manufacturer processes- Use PPE and Tools to keep you safe from harm/fatal electric shock*Selling – what is imp...
Jun 17, 2020•1 hr 10 min
