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Ty Ostreicher, who has spent most of his career in the automotive industry, still reads the newspaper every morning when he wakes up. more “Some people have coffee,” Ty said. “I read the newspaper to wake up.” Ty has been working in automotive since 1993, 17 years of which he worked for Saturn. Before that, he worked in dropout prevention at a high school. Helping people has always been a focus in his life, and he brings that with him into his career. He joined the team at Holler Hyundai almost 4 years ago as a service advisor. When asked about his hobbies, Ty said that he likes to eat, sleep, and work. When he does have time, he likes going to water parks, especially the lazy river. He considers this to be the ultimate relaxation. Ty’s proudest accomplishment is being successful personally and professionally. He has been in a relationship for 19 years and married for 4 of them. He also had a Siberian husky who is now “an angel in heaven” and a spiritual guide for his family. He still says goodnight to the husky every night. For anyone looking to start an automotive career, Ty’s advice would be to prepare for the time investment. While the job takes up a lot of time, Ty enjoys helping people and meeting friendly people at the dealership. He makes an effort to always make a friend first and service cars second. “Let your clients become your friends, and let your friends become your clients,” Ty said.

Ronnie Herman, who just celebrated 10 years at Holler Hyundai as a sales representative, comes from Brooklyn, New York and feels at home in Florida. more Before joining the automotive world, Ronnie earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism from New York University and an AA in textiles from a fashion institute. She met her first husband there and had 2 children with him, divorced him, then met her second husband who owned three car dealerships. Her start in automotive was selling fleet vehicles for his dealerships, which she did for 5 years. For 20 years, Ronnie practiced commercial real estate in south and central Florida. Starting out as a receptionist, she got her real estate license and became a director for a shopping center developer. In 2004, Ronnie saw an ad for Holler in the newspaper. She went to the corporate office to apply for the job, and she aced the initial interview. Chad Rogers, who is currently the general manager of Classic Mazda, hired her on the spot to work for the Hollers’ Kia dealership. She has worked for Holler-Classic ever since. “As they say, the rest is history,” Ronnie said. What motivates Ronnie at work is seeing people in need and helping them out. When someone really needs her help, that makes her work even harder. Her grandchildren also inspire her to work hard. Meeting people is what Ronnie enjoys most about working in sales. She has met really good friends who started out as customers. “That’s why I can’t retire yet,” Ronnie said. “They always ask, ‘What will we do when you leave?’” To anyone looking to start in the automotive business, Ronnie’s advice is to know your product, follow the process, and take days off to prevent burnout. Sometimes, she still struggles with the last part. Along with her human grandchildren, Ronnie has a part sheltie, part Australian Shepherd dog named Snickers who she considers her furry granddaughter. Affectionately called Princess, Snickers is always the first one at the door when Ronnie comes home at night.

While it's clear that Hyundai has committed to making high-quality, advanced vehciles, their foray into the world of hybrid cars has taken some extra time. While they 2019 Hyundai hybrid lineup features just two nameplates, the Ioniq and Sonata, they are packing some next-level technology around comfortable, capable driving experiences. Holler Hyundai in Winter Park has both of these models in stock, and we're here to let our Orlando and Longwood, FL neighbors learn more about them. more Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid At a starting MSRP of just $24,250, the Sonata Hybrid is one of the most affordable hybrid sedans on the market in Florida. Modern features such as blind spot detection, rear cross traffic alert, and lane change assist are all standard on even the most basic Sonata Hybrid model, along with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto technology to keep you connected. The Sonata Hybrid is capable of up to 193 combined horsepower and 46 mpg on the highway, meaning you have an excellent blend of power and efficiency. All in with the included convenience technology and modest price tag, the Hyundai Hybrid is an excellent value all around. Moving on to the Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid gives you a boost of power, up to 202 horsepower to be exact, and a 28-mile electric-only range for your short runabouts. The combined 39 mpg is just a touch less than the standard hybrid, but the all-electric capability makes the plug-in hybrid the more efficient option if you don't spend much time on the highway. Ioniq Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid For a compact hybrid experience, look to the Ioniq instead. The main boon of this model is its incredible fuel economy at up to 58 combined mpg, while the proximity key with push button start is a standard feature, alongside Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. In a similar fashion to the Sonata, the Ioniq plug-in hybrid sees a slight dip in overall fuel economy down to a combined 52 mpg, but the 29-mile all-electric range makes up for that difference by allowing you to burn no fuel at low speeds. Visit Our Dealership Today! Drive home in the advanced Sonata Hybrid or Ioniq Hybrid models by visiting our dealership today! These comfortable and advanced sedans offer incredible fuel economy and an impressive driving experience.

Our Winter Park Dealership is Staffed by Hyundai Experts When it comes to servicing your Hyundai model in the Longwood, FL area, you can turn to the experts at Holler Hyundai in Winter Park to make sure your vehicle is well taken care of. Whether you need common services such as oil changes, brake tune-ups, or tire rotations, or you need to repair or replace a part to get back on the road, our dealership's trained technicians and stock of genuine Hyundai parts will ensure that you have a hassle-free service experience you can be confident in. more Hyundai Oil Change near Longwood, FL While changing the oil in your Hyundai may not seem like a critical service, it is crucial to maximizing the life of your Hyundai model's engine. Fast-moving metal parts create huge amounts of friction and extremely high temperatures, and fresh engine oil lubricates these parts to reduce both of those effects and help keep your engine running smoothly. Over time oil becomes dirty and heat breaks down its ability to coat and lubricate, making it less effective and exposing your engine to damaging wear. Instead of being stranded on the side of the road, schedule your next oil change at our dealership and give your engine the protection it deserves. Hyundai Genuine Parts near Longwood, FL While off-the-shelf parts from your local auto parts store may be a more convenient option when it comes to repairing your Hyundai, only genuine parts sold by dealerships such as ours can guarantee factory-like performance and fit. Ill-fitting and non-optimized aftermarket parts can not only provide inadequate performance and make your job harder, they can also create a dangerous situation if something were to go wrong. Fortunately our service center is always stocked with a deep inventory of genuine Hyundai parts to help all of your repair jobs go off without a hitch.

Greg Jones, service advisor at Holler Hyundai, credits his mother for giving him a strong work ethic and his daughter for motivating him to keep up the hard work. more Hailing from Newark, New Jersey, Greg first moved to Florida for school and stayed because of the better weather. Prior to working at Holler Hyundai, he spent almost a decade working in hospitality, bartending and serving. During that time, he went from being a little shy to being the notoriously boisterous jokester he is today. Greg has been a service advisor at Holler Hyundai for almost 5 years. Greg can be seen here lifting his fellow service advisor Sanford. The best part of Greg’s job is the relationships he forms with his customers and co-workers. Whether participating in events like a corporate 5k or helping customers at his desk, he is always there for people who need him. While Greg has a joke for every situation, his advice for anyone looking to work in the automotive industry is that honesty is key. “Always be transparent and upfront, with your co-workers and your customers,” Greg said. Out of everything Greg has accomplished in life, he is proudest of being a father. He mentioned how proud he was recently when he saw his daughter put her hair in a ponytail for the first time. In the near future, Greg is planning on growing his family even more by adding 2 pet puppies. He jokes that he already feels like he has pets, at least for a season. “Lovebugs feel like pets,” Greg said. “They’re intrusive, and they don’t listen.” While working as a service advisor keeps him pretty busy, Greg has several hobbies, mostly revolving around sports. He enjoys gaming and watching cartoons, and he has even started doing some whittling. To get from place to place, Greg drives his black Hyundai Elantra GT named Eleanor that he affectionately calls “Ellie the Elantra.”

Sherry Link, a Winter Park native who has worked with Holler-Classic for 21 years, says she is happy to be living life to the fullest. more Sherry started her automotive career at Holler Chevrolet, where she worked in sales for one year before working the next few years in administrative roles at other locations. She recently moved to a specialized service admin role, one she has held at Holler Hyundai for 3 years. Helping customers and making them smile when they come in for service is Sherry’s favorite part of her job. She feels at home with her work family, who she says are some of the kindest people she knows. Her advice to anyone looking to start a career in the automotive industry is to learn every skill that is offered. After work, Sherry goes home to her husband John and her cats Whitey, Shrimp, Brave, Fluffy, and Momma, along with two stray cats. She tends to a flower garden, sings in a studio, and swims laps during her time off. While she enjoys home and work life, she has learned not to take any of it for granted. “I thank God every day for being alive, and I enjoy making people happy,” Sherry says.

Shayna Mastin, used car manager at Holler Hyundai, is motivated by her three little redheads at home and by helping people succeed at work. more Shayna has always lived in Central Florida, where she now lives with her husband, two pets, and three redhead daughters. Her pets are a Boston Terrier Lexi, who has her own Instagram page, and a gray cat Munchie, who took seven years to warm up to the family but now welcomes them home every day. Fifteen years ago, Shayna started her automotive career as a service cashier at Holler Honda. She has worked in many positions, including finance assistant, finance representative, service advisor, sales representative, and now used car sales manager at Holler Hyundai. “I always joke that all I have to do is change oil,” she said, since that is one of few jobs she has not done at a dealership. Based on her experience, the advice Shayna would give to anyone looking to start an automotive career is to learn as many departments as possible and to start somewhere. “If you dream of being a sales manager, and only a service advisor position is open, take it,” she said. While working as a sales manager keeps Shayna busy, when she does find time, she enjoys doing anything involving arts and crafts. Whenever there is a big sale going on, Shayna writes the special on a chalkboard in the showroom and adds a related drawing. This is one way she incorporates her creativity into her numbers-based job. The best part of being a sales manager for Shayna is helping people buy a car when they don’t think they can. When a customer has faced adversity that makes buying a vehicle difficult, Shayna is driven to make sure they can get on the road in a safe, reliable vehicle. “When we all have to put our heads together to make it happen, that’s the best part,” she says.