...with Yuriy Demidko, CIO of DP Fox Ventures

In this episode of In the Passenger Seat, host Matt Mitteldorfer sits down with automotive data and AI expert, Yuriy Demidko, to discuss one of the biggest challenges facing dealerships today: building the right data foundation for effective AI adoption.Yuriy breaks down why clean, structured data is essential for modern dealership operations—and why AI tools can only deliver value when the underlying data infrastructure is strong. From inventory management and pricing to customer experience and decision-making, the quality of your data directly impacts the quality of your outcomes.You’ll learn:Why “garbage in, garbage out” matters more than ever in automotive retailHow poor data structure can hold back AI, automation, and analyticsWhat dealers should evaluate before implementing new AI solutionsPractical steps to improve data accuracy, organization, and consistencyIf you’re a dealership leader, operator, or anyone exploring AI and digital transformation in automotive, this episode offers actionable insights to help you make smarter, data-driven decisions.