It is with our deepest heartbreak that we share the passing of Tim Kintz, a respected automotive leader whose impact shaped the Tim Kintz legacy that will continue influencing the automotive industry for years to come. His unexpected passing over the holiday weekend has created a profound ripple through the dealerships he trained and the thousands of salespeople and managers he inspired.
For more than 25 years, Tim was known as a titan in automotive sales training—a coach, mentor, and driving force behind transformative processes in retail automotive. Anyone who met him, trained with him, or stood beside him in the trenches of this business immediately understood the standard he set. His passion, grit, and no-nonsense approach changed how dealerships grow their people and elevate performance. Starting from the ground up—from detailing cars to graduating from NADA Dealer Academy to learn every aspect of running a dealership.
But that only scratches the surface of who Tim really was.
Because Tim’s greatness went far beyond his professional accomplishments.
A Leader in the Automotive Industry, but a Family Man Above All Else
Tim Kintz was, first and foremost, a devoted husband and father. He leaves behind his wife, Kristi, and his two children, Maddyn and Cooper—the people he loved and prioritized above everything else. No matter how demanding the automotive industry became, Tim made certain his family always came first.
Anyone who knew him could recite the stories: leaving an event early to make a pitching lesson, rearranging travel to be at a volleyball tournament, carving out time in between workshops so he wouldn’t miss a school moment or milestone. Being a dad wasn’t just part of his life; it was the core of who he was. His values, integrity, and love for his family guided every decision he made—both personally and professionally. Those values remain a defining part of the Tim Kintz legacy, influencing how leaders across the automotive industry approach family, leadership, and integrity.
Honoring His Legacy at the Kintz Group
As we continue to process this sudden loss, we ask that you keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.
At the Kintz Group, we intend to honor Tim by continuing the mission he built—developing stronger salespeople, more confident managers, and training programs that truly transform dealerships. Every course, every training module, and every dealership strategy we teach stems directly from Tim’s decades of work as an automotive leader, trainer, and coach.
His influence will live on in the company he built, the dealerships he supported, and the thousands of people he trained across North America.
The Legacy of an Automotive Leader
Tim built an empire of knowledge that reshaped how dealerships approach growth, leadership development, and sales training. His teachings, principles, and passion for developing people ensure that the Tim Kintz legacy will continue shaping dealerships for generations.
Tim, thank you for everything—your mentorship, your leadership, your friendship, and your belief in what this industry could be.
Your legacy will never fade.
Your impact will be felt for generations.
