Car Talk

This is one of my favorite radio spots! For a long time this show had a home on another station in Dubai, now it lives on the Eye! So what is the show about and who are the experts? www.autodata.ae Send your automotive questions, for the show to CARTALK@autodata.ae Who are the CarTalk Guys? Bill Carter and Ian Batey, both from AutoData.ae, join me to talk cars and the issues we have with them. Bill, known as the grandfather of the office, trained as a mechanic and trained apprentices to City & Guilds Technician level. Bill spent 13 years working for the AA (Automobile Association) Last 4 years as Staff Engineer which involved inspecting vehicle, accident investigation, giving evidence in Court as expert witness. TV & Radio interviews on the automotive industry. Then worked for Glass’s Guide in UK for 16 years. Originally writing technical manuals then progressed through the company to end up as Residual Value Forecasting Editor and regarded as one of three experts in the industry at that time. Advised manufacturers on pricing, specification and warranty issues. Ian is a successful senior Automotive Manager with over a decade of experience in the United Kingdom & the UAE. Ian has vast Management experience with volume brands at both retail and distributer level, he also has an extensive knowledge of F&I and automotive training. Ian wrote and delivered the Al-Futtaim Automall and Al-Futtaim Honda Sales Process to all sales associates and managers. He is a professional with integrity and a can do attitude, with a proven record of Automotive Management at a senior level. Ian has exceptional interpersonal skills and understands how to get the best from his team. A respected individual within the industry who is a strong team player, developing individuals through mentoring and training to deliver both commercial and personal goals. Ian has the ability to quickly assess a company’s business needs and develop strong relationships at all levels, providing clarity and diffusing confusion and conflict. Here is the podcast.