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The walls are closing in on Franchised Retail Auto Dealers as the industry is moving at break-neck velocity toward a new way of doing business. The convergence of economic and social volatility, new entrants like Tesla and Carvana, and the new rules of retail are putting Auto Dealers in a crucible that will either destroy them or refine them.Auto Collabs brings you deep into real-talk conversations with the brightest operators and innovators in the Retail Auto Industry who believe the Dealer ...
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The Automotive Troublemaker w/ Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier is a regular weekday show where progressive Automotive Dealers and industry partners aren’t afraid to make some trouble by pushing back on many popular, but failing, beliefs that persist in the Retail Automotive Industry. Beliefs that are degrading both the customer experience and the future of retail Auto Dealers. Paul and Kyle give their fresh take on industry news, technology, culture, and retail while trying not to have too mu ...
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The best operators, amazing stories from inside and outside of auto, and new perspectives. Join hosts Kyle Mountsier, Michael Cirillo, Paul J. Daly plus special guests as we just hit the record button for some quick and very candid conversations with some of the most amazing guests at ASOTU CON. YAll of it is live. All of it is unfiltered, and all of it is for you. These are the ASOTU CON Sessions by Effectv // ASOTU CON Sessions is produced by Automotive State of the Union (ASOTU). Learn mo ...
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In this dynamic and impromptu podcast, the ASOTU street team brings you real-world, real-time interviews and intel while on location with Dealers and Industry Leaders across the U.S. Meet the Automotive movers and shakers you’ve seen on the screen and some you’ve never heard of before as we have candid conversations around some of the biggest challenges in automotive. When team ASOTU is on the ground, you’re right there with us. In the Dirt with ASOTU is produced by Automotive State of the U ...
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The landscape in the automotive industry is constantly changing. And to be honest, we say that a lot. But it’s true. With new announcements and initiatives announced almost daily, it can be hard for dealers to know what’s next and how to respond. But Daniel Govaer and the team at the Wheelhouse is here to help. Let’s take the wheel!
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The emergence of electrification and new technology has consumers leaning into the car business with a level of curiosity and enthusiasm we haven’t seen in decades. That’s why it is essential that top automotive executives, dealers, and industry partners collaborate like never before. It’s time to make the most innovative voices in retail automotive, louder.
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Shoot us a Text. Today, Paul and Kyle are joined on the show by Head Writer Chris Reeves and they look just about 90 days into the future, actually 86, because we're looking ahead to ASOTU CON and talking about what people can expect. We make a comparison to ASOTU CON and memes and talk about some of the content and concepts we're planning on cover…
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Shoot us a Text. Happy Super Bowl parade day, Eagles fans! Happy Valentine’s Day to the rest of you! Today, we’re breaking down how Chinese OEMs are able to build lower cost vehicles with more speed than traditional OEMs. Plus, we look at Toyota’s plans for more inventory in 2025 and a history of Valentine’s Day candy. Show Notes with links: A tear…
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Send us a text During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts. In this episode, Paul J Daly sits down with Adam Marburger—entrepreneur, finance expert, and black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu—to explore the connections between martial arts, leadership, and persona…
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Shoot us a Text. Today on the show, we’re covering Nissan’s desperate plans to execute a turnaround, announcing plant closures and more. Plus, OEMs in Europe are matching affordability by removing infotainment systems, and Rick Hendrick sets a record auto auction bid for a great cause. Announcement New Episode of Auto Collabs Live from Public Polic…
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Send us a text During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts. In this episode, Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier sit down with John O’Donnell, President and CEO of the Washington Area New Car Dealer Association (WANADA), to discuss how public policy is shaping the…
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Shoot us a Text. Happy hump day, auto industry! Today, we’re covering how BYD is integrating premium autonomous driving tech into its entire lineup of cars. Plus Hyundai is getting in on solid-state EV batteries and Youtube is more popular on TVs than on phones. Show Notes with links: Chinese automaker BYD is going all-in on autonomous driving as i…
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Send us a text During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts. In this episode, Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier sit down with John Bozzella, CEO of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, for a deep dive into the global automotive landscape. John shares insights …
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Shoot us a Text. On this Tuesday, we take a look at how Stellantis is adjusting to live post-Carlos Tavares and what that means for its brands. Plus, a closer look at the Trump administration’s fight against the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the potential end of the United States penny. Show Notes with links: Stellantis is making a signi…
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Shoot us a Text. We’re flying with the Eagles after their Super Bowl win yesterday, but we know that the real winners are Vehicles For Change because of the $5K+ donations pledged through the Super Bowl Charity Smackdown. We talk about the success of the automotive ads, plus how Rivian has finally opened sales of its commercial delivery van, and St…
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Shoot us a Text. On this Saturday before the Super Bowl, we're talking about the More Than Cars Super Bowl Charity Smack Down. The auto industry is getting competitive, but this time, it's not about sales—it's about football and charity. ASOTU and a team of industry partners are turning the Eagles vs. Chiefs Super Bowl showdown into a friendly (but…
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Shoot us a Text. It’s the Friday before the Big Game, and with Paul and Elena Ciccotelli hosting, that means we’re wearing green. Today, we’re covering the Super Bowl Charity Smackdown to support Vehicles for Change and welcome some special guests to talk about it. Plus, we take a look at Ram’s upcoming Super Bowl ad. Show Notes with links: The aut…
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Shoot us a Text. Today we welcome Steve Greenfield of Automotive Ventures back to the show to talk about the Honda-Nissan merger coming unraveled, how Kazakhstan’s Astana Motors is investing $3.5M into Steve Greenfield’s Automotive Ventures, and Volkswagen's latest affordable model to rival Chinese OEMs. Show Notes with links: The long-anticipated …
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Shoot us a Text. We’re excited to get into this Wednesday with guest host Elena Ciccotelli of the EVs for Everyone podcast. Today, we’re covering Toyota’s battery investment in the US and China, the future of GM’s Cruise robotaxi program and how Ford is planning on integrating EVs with a gas-powered generator for extra range. Toyota is accelerating…
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Send us a text During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts. In this episode, we sit down with Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio, a former car dealer turned policymaker, to discuss the future of the automotive industry and American manufacturing. Moreno shares his…
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Shoot us a Text. As tariff threats come and go, we’ve got you covered with the latest information. Today features the view from north of the border with President and CEO of Global Automakers of Canada David C Adams. Plus, we talk about a new South Carolina bill designed to let Scout go around franchise laws. Show Notes with links: President Donald…
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Shoot us a Text. Welcome to the first week of February, and welcome to guest host Steve Greenfield of Automotive Ventures. Today, we’re discussing all the ramifications that President Trump's latest round of tariffs will have on the automotive industry. Plus, we cover Tesla’s plans to move more Cybertrucks and why the cost of Super Bowl ads is risi…
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Shoot us a Text. On this first day of the month, Paul and Kyle are joined by writers Chris Reeves and Kristi Canada to talk about the NADA Show that took place just a week ago. Chris talks about the Time Dealer of the Year presentation, and what he took away from keynote speaker Ryan Leak, plus what his 5-year-old learn. Kristi highlighted the phil…
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Shoot us a Text. Today, we’re coming to you from the Podcast Stage at Public Policy Day, recapping what we heard from Senators, industry experts and more. ASOTU took over the Main Stage with Adam Marburger of Ascent Dealer Services, Jim Ganther of Mosaic Compliance Solutions and Thomas Castriota, Chairman of NADA to talk about how dealers are solvi…
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Shoot us a Text. We’re rolling into the big conversations at the 2025 Public Policy Day, where industry leaders and lawmakers shape the future of auto. Plus, CVS is testing a new app feature to unlock products, and Tesla inches toward unsupervised self-driving—though Elon says don’t get too excited just yet. Show Notes with links: The press stage i…
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Shoot us a Text. With 2 days left in January, that means there are only 2 days left to get discounted tickets to ASOTU CON! Today, we’re talking about VW potentially bringing manufacturing to the US to avoid tariffs, Honda planning to introduce a sub $30K EV in the US, and how iPhones can now text on the SpaceX Starlink satellite network. Show Note…
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Send us a text Mergers and acquisitions in auto aren’t just about buying stores—they’re about building legacies, and Dave Cantin is leading the charge. From selling cars straight out of high school to owning and operating one of the largest Hyundai dealerships in the country, Dave has built an empire in the auto industry. Now, as the founder of the…
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Shoot us a Text. After a much-needed rest day, we’re refreshed from the 2025 NADA Show! Today, we talk about the massive victory for car dealers as a US Appeals Court has tossed the CARS Rule. Plus, we recap the make meetings at NADA that were able to happen and download you on Deepseek, the AI disrupting big tech. Show Notes with links: A major le…
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Shoot us a Text. Day 2 starts NOW! Paul and Kyle share the conversations they were apart of yesterday, what they're hearing from dealers and how over 70% of registered attendees have shown up in New Orleans! Plus, we've got guest Ed Roberts, COO of Bozard Ford Lincoln! Saturday's coverage of the 2025 NADA Show is brought to you by Comply Auto Hosts…
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Shoot us a Text. Good morning, New Orleans! Today, we're broadcasting from outside the NADA Main Stage as we get ready for the first day of NADA 2025. Joining us is Tom Castriota, incoming chairman of NADA! Here to a great Friday! Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on …
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Shoot us a Text. We are coming to you live from New Orleans with the most comprehensive coverage of the NADA Show and J.D. Power Auto Summit. Conditions are rapidly improving and schedules are adjusting to accommodate all of the events and expo floor for attendees. On our minds this morning is Jack Hollis stepping down from Toyota and Michael Ciril…
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Shoot us a Text. It’s wheels up to New Orleans for the ASOTU Crew. On this NADA Show Eve, we’re giving you the official preview of where we’ll be and how to track us down. Plus, we talk about NADA pushing back against OEMs who have decided to sell direct and how you can get a Tesla Model Y for under $40,000. Show Notes with links: What Is A Must At…
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Shoot us a Text. Tuesday of NADA week means our bags are packed for New Orleans! Today, we’re talking about President Trump’s plans for tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports, Stellantis’s plan to revive sales and market share, and how consumers prefer to shop on marketplaces rather than brand websites. Show Notes with links: President Donald Trum…
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Send us a text AI is a powerful tool, but the human element is still the key ingredient in great customer experiences. Whether it’s selling wine or cars, relationships matter. 🚗🍷 In this episode of Auto Collabs, the crew welcomes Ted Rubin, CEO and Founder of ActivEngage, to talk about the ever-evolving role of AI in automotive retail. Before divin…
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Shoot us a Text. It’s the biggest week in retail auto as the industry prepares to descend on New Orleans. Today, we’re previewing what you can expect at the Show on the mainstage, plus we’re talking about Canoo filing for bankruptcy and looking at how much range EVs actually have during the winter. Show Notes with links: Every year, the NADA Mainst…
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Shoot us a Text. It's the last weekend before the 2025 NADA Show and so we're looking ahead to next week. Head Writer Chris Reeves gives us the rundown on what to expect, what to look for and what to avoid. Plus, Paul and Kyle tell us what they want to achieve. Follow Nathan Southwick Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back em…
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Shoot us a Text. We’re wrapping up the week so we can hit NADA running. Today, we cover how GM has settled a case with the FTC about collection and selling of data collected through Onstar. Plus, EV registrations are rising amid concerns that President Trump will get rid of the IRA tax credit, and lessons learned from the 2025 National Retail Found…
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Shoot us a Text. Is NADA really only a week away? Today, we’re looking back at Gary Gilchrist’s time as 2024 NADA Chairman, seeing how Rivian became the best selling electric van in the country, and examining Starbucks new code of conduct and how baristas are responding. Show Notes with links: Yesterday, we covered incoming NADA Chairman Tom Castri…
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Shoot us a Text. Michael Cirillo joins the show on this hump day, as talk about incoming NADA Chairman Tom Castriota, how Ebay is joining the online used car game and ChatGPT making repeatable tasks happen. Show Notes with links: Tom Castriota, incoming chairman of the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), has outlined his priorities for …
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Shoot us a Text. 9 days to NADA and you can feel the anticipation around the social media halls. Today, we’re talking about how the US Commerce Department is banning Chinese and Russian car hardware and software, Google’s new automotive AI agent debuting in the Mercedes CLA and Target changing production timelines to match social media trends. Show…
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Send us a text Endurance and innovation go hand in hand, whether you're running races or reshaping automotive data strategies. In this episode of Auto Collabs, the team catches up with Bobby Gaudreau, VP of Sales & Marketing at Activator Dealer Solutions, to discuss his passion for ultra-running and his relentless drive to transform automotive mark…
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Shoot us a Text. California wildfires have forced dealership closures, but communities are coming together to support first responders. Meanwhile, new-vehicle buyer satisfaction reached a record high in 2024, driven by seamless digital tools and efficient processes. During the first round of the NFL playoffs, A.J. Brown’s viral sideline book moment…
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Shoot us a Text. Paul, Kyle, and Chris settle the argument about how long you can wish someone "Happy New Year" before they talk about an entire business community honoring, Jim Colon, Owner of Marysville Toyota as their best and brightest of 2024. Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN th…
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Shoot us a Text. Today we’re talking about the legendary stunts of the Detroit Auto Show, the stabilization of used car prices after pandemic volatility, and Starbucks shutting down stores for a barista reboot under its new CEO. The Detroit Auto Show has long been a stage for iconic moments, from smashing Jeeps through glass to launching entire lux…
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Send us a text When innovation meets obsession you get: data-driven inventory strategies and… lawn care AI?" Colby Joyner, VP of Growth at Liftkit.io and serial starter of “what’s next,” joins the Auto Collabs crew for a wide-ranging conversation about the current state of the automotive industry and where it’s headed. With 2025 shaping up to be a …
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Shoot us a Text. As the 2025 CES Show winds down, we have some final thoughts from correspondent Steve Greenfield. Plus we look at Goodyear’s solution for autonomous vehicles in snowy climates and talk about the Mach-E overtaking the traditional Mustang in sales. We’ve got correspondent Steve Greenfield joining us one last time to share his final t…
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Shoot us a Text. As all the announcements from CES roll in, we’ve got Steve Greenfield back again to break it all down. We cover the details of Sony Honda Mobility’s Afeela, plus talk about how Uber and Lyft are moving towards autonomy and how 25% of cars sold in 2025 will be EV. News out of CES yesterday: Sony Honda Mobility is the latest brand to…
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Shoot us a Text. This Tuesday morning, we’ve got ASOTU Correspondent Steve Greenfield bringing us all the updates from CES. Plus, it's that time of year where returns dominate the retail landscape. CES 2025 is here, and it’s bringing groundbreaking tech and bold moves in innovation. Perhaps most notably for auto, Sony-Honda Mobility announced the p…
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Shoot us a Text. It’s CES week, meaning all the announcements and concepts, so we’ve got you covered on what to pay attention to. Plus we talk about how monthly payments are continuing to rise and how some AI accounts created by Meta are sparking controversy. Automotive News and CES share a rich legacy, starting a century ago. Together, they’ve chr…
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Shoot us a Text. Welcome to the first weekend of 2025! Today, Nathan and Chris talk about their New Year's Resolutions and then share some of the amazing things that auto dealers did to close out 2024. Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.link…
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Shoot us a Text. Today, we break down the Hindenburg Research report that allegedly exposes Carvana’s shady business practices. Plus, we cover Tesla’s first annual drop in deliveries and talk about the return of cursive logos. Show Notes with links: Hindenburg Research, known for exposing automotive startups like Nikola and Lordstown Motors, has pu…
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Shoot us a Text. It's the first show of a new year, and with it, we’ve got predictions, predictions, predictions! Plus, we celebrate the arrival of the newest generation, Gen Beta! Show Notes with links: Here are our predictions: 2025 will bring new norms in communication, marketing, and EVs (Paul) More concerted effort to differentiate based on th…
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Shoot us a Text. The end of the year is finally here, and so we’re looking back, covering the top 10 best-selling vehicles of 2024. Plus, we talk about a unique $0 down and $0 monthly payment Fiat lease as well as reflect on some of our most memorable moments. Show Notes with links: Hybrid electric-gas cars had a banner year in 2024, achieving reco…
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Shoot us a Text. The clock is about to run out on 2024, but that doesn’t stop the grind of the retail auto industry! Today we’re covering the latest awkwardness from the potential Honda-Nissan merger, how California dealers are threatening to sue Scout over their DTC plans, and over-priced fast food. Show Notes with links: Honda's CEO Toshihiro Mib…
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Shoot us a Text. As we enter the last weekend of the year, we’re looking ahead! We’re throwing it back to our conversation with Steve Greenfield on the Year End Extravaganza, where he talked to us about what he was paying attention to going into the New Year. Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.c…
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Shoot us a Text. The day after Christmas means it’s time to get back to selling, and we couldn’t think of a better way to inspire you towards that than to look back at our Year End Extravaganza Chat with Zac Kinch and Austin Conroy. They are the hosts of the Driving Relationships podcast and both leaders in the Rohrman Automotive Group, meaning the…
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