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 much fun.
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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 network is the single greatest way to serve the transportation needs of communities across the country. The only way Retail Auto Dealers and Industry Partners will survive is by committing to innovate together, so let’s get started. Welcome to Auto Collabs.
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Forget the Zoom calls. We did it all live and in person. Join hosts Kyle Mountsier, Michael Cirillo, Paul J. Daly and more as we just hit the record button for some quick and very candid conversations with some of the most amazing guests at ASOTU CON. You'll hear from the best operators, amazing stories from inside and outside of auto, and gain new perspectives. All 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 more at https://www.asotu.com
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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.
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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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The ASOTU Wheelhouse - Hosted By Daniel Govaer is an Around-The-Horn style discussion around the issues facing the automotive retail industry. Part fun, part sarcasm and a whole lot of expert opinions.
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The Dealer Playbook features expert interviews, tactical advice, and relevant insights that will skyrocket your growth in retail automotive.
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Jeremy Stephens is taking the service lane on the road.
It’s the middle of the week and we’re excited for another amazing day in the auto industry. Today we’re talking about how Stellantis replaced their North American president, Hyundai’s new steering rig and Porsche’s awkward typo.
Tuesday is already flying by as we talk about Tesla’s terrible start to 2024. We also review a developing partnership between Kia and Uber, as well as a new-school retail product from and old-school hip-hop artist.
Karen Byrd would rather coach compassion than coach compliance.
Welcome to another week of opportunity in Retail Auto as we talk about Dealer’s response to the lack of OEM support from Stellanis at car shows. We also talk about BMW’s tipping point for EVs, as well as a new acronym, AX.
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Happy Saturday! Today, Chris Reeves and Kristi Canada, the writers of the ASOTU Daily Email, are in the studio to chat about the human side of the business.
It’s Friday, friends and today we’re talking about Hertz’s big move away from EVs. We also talk about Toyota’s move to keep the ICE alive, as well as Walmart’s new tech announcements are all-in on human helpfulness.
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Insights, laughs, and a fresh perspective on the future of mobility!
It’s a power slide into Thursday as we’re celebrating the highest inventory levels in 3 years. Plus we talk about VinFast’s new pickup and how NASA is going back to the moon with private companies.
Welcome to Wednesday as we talk about the positive Dealer outlook toward acquisitions. We also cover Honda and Sony’s strong showing at CES, as well as some direct jabs at social media platforms from Snap’s CEO.
Some conversations are worth extending.
We’re ready for another day of petrol (or electric) powered fun as we talk about the latest auto related drops at CES as well as the falling price of homes in a majority of the top 50 cities in the US.
This Monday has that ‘new car smell’ as we give a CES preview to start off. We also cover a ginormous investment being mulled by Honda, as well as a Millennial trend that will require more cars.
Welcome to the first Saturday of the year!
It’s the first Friday of the new year and today we’re talking about Hyundai's bold showcase at CES 2024, VinFast's strategic dealership expansion across the U.S., and the surprising range test results of Tesla's Cybertruck.
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How do you go from being an average car dealer to being a good car dealer? Alan Brown has the key.
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It’s a great Thursday in Retail Auto as we dig into the top OEM’s of 2023. We also talk about Fisker’s change of heart on the Dealership model as well as Costco’s willingness to embrace accountability.
Welcome to the first Wednesday of 2024 as we talk about a merger of the industry’s friendliest company with an educational powerhouse. We also talk about VinFast’s first Dealership as well as the magic behind EV range calculations.
Host Daniel Govaer is joined by Liza Borches, President and CEO of Carter Myers Automotive, Michael Wood, General Manager at Checkered Flag Auto Group, Katie Duncan, Assistant General Manager of Mohawk Chevrolet, and Fabiola Mathis, General Manager at Mercedes-Benz of Lubbock.
We’re firing up the new year talking about the last 2 weeks of activity, grading predictions, Chinese EV Conversations, and the Cybertruck’s first accident.
Today marks our final episode of 2023 and what better way to reflect on this year than to visit the top 10 stories by Automotive News.
We know you’re making the most out of the final few days of the year! Today we’re sharing an Economic Outlook panel from Year End Extravaganza featuring Jonathan Smoke, Dr. Alex Yurchenko, and David Spisak.
With a few days left in the year, we’re excited to see you close out the year strong. Today we’re reacting to a Year End Extravaganza panel on Innovation and Forecasting featuring Jamie Butters, Steve Greenfield, and Daniel Govaer.
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We hope you had a great Christmas! Whether you are taking a little more time off or back in the saddle we recap top insights from dealers across the country.
Writer Chris Reeves joins the show today to tell us about how Lexus of Serramonte did more than just the bare minimum