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The Automotive Troublemaker

The Automotive Troublemaker

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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Auto Collabs

Auto Collabs

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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ASOTU CON Sessions

ASOTU CON Sessions

Forget the Zoom calls. We did it all live and in person. Join hosts Kyle Mountsier, Michael Cirillo, Paul J. Daly and Jordan Cox as we just hit the record button for some quick and very candid conversations with some of the most amazing guests at ASOTU CON 2023 in Baltimore. 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 The Dirt with ASOTU

In The Dirt with ASOTU

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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Amplify

Amplify

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

The ASOTU Wheelhouse

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

The Dealer Playbook

The Dealer Playbook features expert interviews, tactical advice, and relevant insights that will skyrocket your growth in retail automotive.

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More EV Layoffs, New EV Model Year, Mandatory AI Training

More EV Layoffs, New EV Model Year, Mandatory AI Training

The Automotive Troublemaker
April 18, 2024

Thursday is upon us as we talk about another EV-only carmaker announcing layoffs. We also talk about Ford’s new model year for the F150 Lightning, as well as a potential standard-setter for employee AI training. 

Fixed Ops To The Front with Dan Shine

Fixed Ops To The Front with Dan Shine

Auto Collabs
April 18, 2024

Fixed ops is the real front door.

Big UAW Votes, Autonomy is Back, Carvana Goes Gaming

Big UAW Votes, Autonomy is Back, Carvana Goes Gaming

The Automotive Troublemaker
April 17, 2024

It’s a notable Wednesday as a looming UAW vote at the Chattanooga VW plant gets under way. We’re also talking about a new set of “trust principles” regarding autonomous vehicles, as well as a brand collab between Carvana and pro gaming. 

GM’s New Digs, CarMax Slashes Return Window, Cybertruck Stall

GM’s New Digs, CarMax Slashes Return Window, Cybertruck Stall

The Automotive Troublemaker
April 16, 2024

Today we’re talking about GM’s HQ move after 50 years. We also talk about Carmax’s major reduction in the customer return window, as well as an unintended acceleration issue with the Cybertruck. 

Fisker Dealers Sound Off, Ford Strikes Back, Tesla Adapts

Fisker Dealers Sound Off, Ford Strikes Back, Tesla Adapts

The Automotive Troublemaker
April 15, 2024

Tax day is exciting enough, but what’s better than starting the second half of the month on a Monday? Today we’re talking about how the remaining Fisker Dealers are feeling as well as Ford and Tesla’s tennis match.

How to Start Being More Hospitable At Your Dealership

How to Start Being More Hospitable At Your Dealership

The Automotive Troublemaker
April 13, 2024

We're only 31 days away from ASOTU CON on this Saturday, and writers Chris Reeves and Kristi Canada join the show to share some More Than Cars Moments.

Carmax Recalibrates, Ford Starts Shipping Rangers, 9 Figure Dudes

Carmax Recalibrates, Ford Starts Shipping Rangers, 9 Figure Dudes

The Automotive Troublemaker
April 12, 2024

We’re rounding the track on Friday as we cover CarMax’s latest bumpy road. We also talk about Ford’s truck wave as well as a massive nine figure trick shot from creators Dude Perfect. 

Friends and Fam Review, Insurance Still Rising, Cyber-Hollow

Friends and Fam Review, Insurance Still Rising, Cyber-Hollow

The Automotive Troublemaker
April 11, 2024

It’s Thursday and we’re going to review the recent Kain Friends and Family event in Lexington, KY. We’re also talking about the continued pricing pressing on car insurance, as well as a revealing look at a teardown of the Tesla Cybertruck

A Data Refrigerator Full of Takeout Boxes with Bobby Gaudreau

A Data Refrigerator Full of Takeout Boxes with Bobby Gaudreau

Auto Collabs
April 11, 2024

The automotive industry talks about understanding and leveraging data effectively, but what does that really take?

Cruise Comeback, Contentious Lithium Mines, Return of the Cubicle

Cruise Comeback, Contentious Lithium Mines, Return of the Cubicle

The Automotive Troublemaker
April 10, 2024

Welcome to Wednesday as we talk about GM’s Cruise staging a comeback. We also talk about the tension around the only active lithium mine in the US, as well as the potential return of the cubicle (yeah, those things). 

Greenfield’s Hot Takes, Arizona AG Rules On Dealership, Delta Eclipse Flight

Greenfield’s Hot Takes, Arizona AG Rules On Dealership, Delta Eclipse Flight

The Automotive Troublemaker
April 9, 2024

It’s Tuesday and we’ve got special guest Steve Greenfield to give us his hot takes on the Top 150 Dealer list as well as Tesla’s decision to halt its low cost EV. We also talk about the Arizona Attorney General’s ruling against one Dealership for not honoring advertised prices, as well as a look inside yesterday’s special Delta eclipse flight. 

The Price Point To Move Inventory

The Price Point To Move Inventory

The ASOTU Wheelhouse
April 9, 2024

Getting a car for under $30,000 is like hitting the jackpot for buyers today. It doesn't even matter if it's an EV; if the sticker price is under that magic $30K mark, people are all over it.

Top 150 Breakdown, Hasta-la-vista-cheap-Tesla, Blackout Bump

Top 150 Breakdown, Hasta-la-vista-cheap-Tesla, Blackout Bump

The Automotive Troublemaker
April 8, 2024

Welcome to quite an eventful Monday as we not only take a first look at the Automotive News Top 150 Dealer list, but also dig into a he-said-she-said about Tesla’s affordable vehicle, as well as a quick primer on today’s eclipse frenzy. 

There Are No EV Chargers At The US Capitol with Hilary Haron

There Are No EV Chargers At The US Capitol with Hilary Haron

Auto Collabs
April 8, 2024

Hilary Haron’s experiences, from the Capitol’s halls to the dealership floor, offer invaluable lessons on the power of voice, the necessity of change, and the endless potential of paving new paths.

Stairmaster Returns, Ford Halts New EV Trucks, GenZ Money Skills

Stairmaster Returns, Ford Halts New EV Trucks, GenZ Money Skills

The Automotive Troublemaker
April 5, 2024

It’s the first Friday of the Month and we’re talking about another OEM’s return to stair step incentive programs. We also talk about Ford’s throttling back on some new EV truck models, as well as GenZs propensity for financial responsibility. 

Tennessee Power, Silverado EV Launch, Eclipse Traffic Imminent

Tennessee Power, Silverado EV Launch, Eclipse Traffic Imminent

The Automotive Troublemaker
April 4, 2024

It’s Thursday and we’re talking about GM’s big power plant open in a Tennessee town. We also talk about the pricing and specs on the upcoming launch of the Silverado EV, as well as give you the need-to-know details on Monday’s full solar eclipse. 

Give the Customer All the Pieces of the Puzzle with Andrew Breedlove | Auto Collabs

Give the Customer All the Pieces of the Puzzle with Andrew Breedlove | Auto Collabs

Auto Collabs
April 4, 2024

The customer is putting together a puzzle. Do you give them the next piece they need?

Sales Chutes and Ladders, Gender Gap in EV Purchasing, GenZ Getting Their Hands Dirty

Sales Chutes and Ladders, Gender Gap in EV Purchasing, GenZ Getting Their Hands Dirty

The Automotive Troublemaker
April 3, 2024

Q1 numbers are rolling in and the reports are mixed…go figure. This Wednesday we are also looking at some cultural broad strokes, including the stark gender gap in EV purchase behavior and GenZ returning to college-less skilled trades.

Unreasonable Hospitality = More Than Cars with Will Guidara

Unreasonable Hospitality = More Than Cars with Will Guidara

Auto Collabs
April 3, 2024

Will Guidara has never told this story before.

BYD Dethroned?, Ford Rides the Discount Train, Big Brand April Fools

BYD Dethroned?, Ford Rides the Discount Train, Big Brand April Fools

The Automotive Troublemaker
April 2, 2024

The week is in full swing and Q1 results are starting to hit the news cycle. We take a look at BYD’s possible slide in Q1, Ford’s journey back to the discount aisle, and how big brands have leveraged the April Fools moment over the years.

Special Guest Elon Musk, What Inventory Level?, 20 Years of Gmail

Special Guest Elon Musk, What Inventory Level?, 20 Years of Gmail

The Automotive Troublemaker
April 1, 2024

Happy April 1st as we roll into a fresh week, fresh month, and fresh quarter all at the same time. Today we’re talking about landing Elon Musk as a special guest. We also ask what we have learned as an industry about inventory levels, as well as looking back on 20 years of Gmail. 

March Sales Marching, Valuations Adjusting, Costco Hot Dog Changes Coming?

March Sales Marching, Valuations Adjusting, Costco Hot Dog Changes Coming?

The Automotive Troublemaker
March 29, 2024

It’s a magical fifth Friday before a fifth Saturday and we’re ready to roll as we talk about the anticipated strong end to the month. We’re also covering the latest M&A report from the Presidio Group, as well as checking in on our old friend, the Costco Hot dog, Soda Combo. 

Bye Bye Diesel, Hello AI Movies, Fisker’s Low Prices

Bye Bye Diesel, Hello AI Movies, Fisker’s Low Prices

The Automotive Troublemaker
March 28, 2024

It’s a throwback Thursday today as we have JC in the house and we reflect on Volvo’s diesel legacy. We’re also talking about Fisker lowering MSRP on its troubled Ocean SUVs and the way AI is changing the video game.