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Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier don’t just read headlines, they make the most important connections across car dealerships, general retail, tech, and culture. The goal? To help automotive leaders think clearer and move faster in a world that refuses to slow down. Whether you’re running a rooftop, building a brand, or just trying to keep up with everything shifting in the business of selling cars, this is your regular stop for a shot of news, insight, and a little bit of chaos…always rooted in people-first thinking. From the showroom to Silicon Valley. From Wall Street to Main Street. Paul and Kyle connect the dots, keep it real, and make it make sense. Learn more at https://www.asotu.com
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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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Live from the 2025 NADA Show in New Orleans, LA, the team at ASOTU | More Than Cars is heading from booth to booth, bringing you the conversations that matter. Whether its new innovations in tech, how auto dealers are strategizing, tips for hiring and retention, we'll uncover them in these quick episodes hosted by Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier. More Than Cars is a media network trusted by thousands of retail auto dealers and industry partners who believe that thriving people are at the center of a thriving and profitable industry.
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Tuesday is coming in hot as we talk about the very present reality of used car leasing. We also talk about the last remaining sub-$20k vehicle as well as the end of a Netflix customer experience that paved the way for streaming as we know it.
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Could you ever imagine making a daily commute from the Poconos to New Jersey just to pursue a career in the automotive industry? That's the story of Felicia Rey
Today we’re welcoming Kyle back from a well deserved family vacation as we talk about GM’s labor moves in the name of ‘simplicity’. We also cover the very first electric Lambo, as well as the massive brand power behind one man.
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Today we have our writers Chris and Kristi on the show to talk about what other retail industry steps up like Auto in the face of a disaster.
We’ve got that Friday feeling as we skid into the weekend talking about VinFast’s dealership thinking, a new Canadian battery plant, and the Twitter founder says goodbye to Instagram.
It’s a perfect Thursday to love people more than cars as we have the CEO of the CMA group, Liza Borches as our guest host to talk about the new consumer data about EV adoption sentiment. We also talk about Texas’ landmark charging requirement, as well as one Service Advisor who made the Auto News 40 Under 40 list.
Welcome to Wednesday as Steve Greenfield joins Paul on the show again. Today they’re talking about VinFasts debut on Nasdaq, Warren Buffet divesting from GM big time, and Jim Farley’s revelations from his recent charging road trip.
Interpreting the data can be hard, but the Wheelhouse is here to help.
Tuesday is already moving as we talk about the President’s comments about the ongoing contract negotiations between the UAW and Big 3. We also talk about Ford’s new executive from Apple and his perspective on putting subscription ready hardware in every vehicle.
We’re power sliding into Monday as we talk about some record auto loan dept numbers. We also contrast that against the ongoing labor contract discussions. And did you know Rivian’s are burning through rubber at an alarming rate?
Today we make our head writer Chris Reeves cry on the show...
We’re warming up those weekend engines as we fly into Friday talking about a big opportunity for autonomy in California. We also talk about Ford’s plans to profit from pro software as well as the big boom in women’s spending over the Summer.
Today we’re talking about the crazy changes in sub-20k vehicles on the market since 2019. We also cover the reveal of the new Escalade EV as well as a savvy ecomm company working to make consumer reviews easier to digest.
Welcome to Wednesday as we talk about a very practical consumer communication tool that was released by Carvana. We also cover the end of the Nissan Titan as well as one loyal worker being given a well-deserved crowd funded retirement gift.
On this first episode, Daniel Govaer is joined by Paul J Daly, Kyle Mountsier, Bob Lanham and Brian Kramer to discuss the UAW’s negotiations, the latest production numbers from EV manufacturers, the Cadillac Celestiq and how it is really hard to find a used car right now.
It’s time to get after a Tuesday as we talk about GM’s statement on increasing its workforce in 2024. We also cover substantial growth and performance among minority dealers as well as a new community designed for zero cars.
As many kids start school, there is still plenty of summer to go as we talk about soaring service department numbers. We also talk about Penske taking an early victory lap regarding the best places to work list, as well as an interesting development in ChatGPT's ability to do math.
Today we're in the studio with our head writers Chris and Kristi talking about Walser Automotive's recent campaign.
It’s a fresh Friday to get out there and “move some lives forward” (Thanks Liza Borches for that phrase). Today we’re talking about the released UAW demands and GM’s response. We also cover Carvana’s move to same-day delivery, as well as a jailbreak of Tesla’s infotainment system.
We're taking the wheel of the discussion around automotive retail.
It’s a perfect Thursday to care for the millions of people who will walk through our doors. Today we’re talking about the proposed terms set forth by the UAW. We’re also talking about the return of two icons…one is a truck and the other is a household name for household wares.
Wheels up today and headed to our final ASOTU CON site visit just south of Baltimore. We are talking about Toyota and Subaru partnering for EV assembly, Ford restarting the ignition on the Lightning, and Walmart is taking a crack at adding in store ads.
It’s the first day of August and believe it or not, it’s back to school time for some! Today we talk about Toyota’s climbing Q2 results, some major heat related car problems in the south, as well as a Mr. Beast lawsuit that starts with a story.
It’s a Monday close to the month and we’ve got all the energy as we talk about Used EV Pricing, what it’s going to take to safely ship EVs, as well as an elevated solution to deliver digital orders by Chick-Fil-A.
Today we have ASOTU Head Writer, Chris Reeves in the studio