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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 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 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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Chad Collier on Addressing Gaps in the Customer Experience

Chad Collier on Addressing Gaps in the Customer Experience

Amplify
May 26, 2023

Chad Collier is the Founder/CEO of Car Saver.

Gretchen Seidel, Director of Sales Technology Solutions, Portfolio

Gretchen Seidel, Director of Sales Technology Solutions, Portfolio

In The Dirt with ASOTU
May 26, 2023

ASOTU was on the ground with Gretchen Seidel during Digital Dealer Tampa 2023.

Ford and Tesla Going Steady, Buttons Beat Back Screens, Airport Toys Rising

Ford and Tesla Going Steady, Buttons Beat Back Screens, Airport Toys Rising

The Automotive Troublemaker
May 26, 2023

Welcome to the pregame of a great Memorial Day Weekend. Today we talk about Farley and Musk getting cozy, tactile buttons making a comeback, and a touch of our childhood coming to DFW Airport.

More Hype than Hope with Rick Ricart

More Hype than Hope with Rick Ricart

Auto Collabs
May 26, 2023

Rick Ricart is President and Chief Vision Officer of Ricart Automotive Group

Neerav Bhansali on How Data Needs To Function in Automotive

Neerav Bhansali on How Data Needs To Function in Automotive

Amplify
May 25, 2023

Neerav Bhansali is Head of Industry Strategy, Automotive & Mobility for Adobe

VinFast Screens Go Blank, GM CFO Buys GM Stock, Staples Goes Human

VinFast Screens Go Blank, GM CFO Buys GM Stock, Staples Goes Human

The Automotive Troublemaker
May 25, 2023

Welcome to a beautiful Thursday in the Auto Industry, folks. Today we talk about another glitch in VinFast’s US Launch. We also cover GM CFO’s recent purchase of GM stock, as well as a new campaign by Staples that touts humans over AI.

Joe Shaker on Fixing Communication Gaps

Joe Shaker on Fixing Communication Gaps

Amplify
May 24, 2023

Joe Shaker, is the Owner of Shaker Automotive Group and the Founder/CEO of TruVideo.

Bringing Back AM, Electric Cali in 2035, 100 Brand Reputations

Bringing Back AM, Electric Cali in 2035, 100 Brand Reputations

The Automotive Troublemaker
May 24, 2023

It’s a big day for the Auto Industry as we celebrate some of its most inspiring stories with our new series, More Than Cars. We also get into AM radio coming back to EVs, Cali ending gas…again, as well as 100 of the most top-of-mind brands ranked.

Nathan Hecht on Building an Amazing Transaction Experience

Nathan Hecht on Building an Amazing Transaction Experience

Amplify
May 23, 2023

Nathan Hecht is the Founder and CEO of Rodo.

Blue Margins Rising, Charger Collab, Empty Foot Lockers

Blue Margins Rising, Charger Collab, Empty Foot Lockers

The Automotive Troublemaker
May 23, 2023

It’s Tuesday and we’re talking about combustion margins rising at Ford, a government led charging collab, as well as Foot Locker’s Q1 woes.

Bill Cariss on the Advantages of the Connected Car for the Dealer

Bill Cariss on the Advantages of the Connected Car for the Dealer

Amplify
May 22, 2023

Bill Cariss is the President and CEO of Holman Growth Ventures.

Sharon Kitzman on Using Data to Cut Down on Spam

Sharon Kitzman on Using Data to Cut Down on Spam

Amplify
May 22, 2023

Sharon Kitzman is the President of Dominion DMS.

Allie Peters, Fixed Ops Director, Cavender Auto Group

Allie Peters, Fixed Ops Director, Cavender Auto Group

In The Dirt with ASOTU
May 22, 2023

Allie Peters is the Fixed Ops Director of Cavender Auto Group.

Jake Barron, VP of Marketing, Lazydays

Jake Barron, VP of Marketing, Lazydays

In The Dirt with ASOTU
May 22, 2023

ASOTU was on the ground with Jake Barron during Digital Dealer Tampa 202

Tracey Pendino, Internet Manager, Ferman Chevrolet

Tracey Pendino, Internet Manager, Ferman Chevrolet

In The Dirt with ASOTU
May 22, 2023

ASOTU was on the ground with Tracey Pendino during Digital Dealer Tampa 2023.

Todd Caputo, President, Todd Caputo Consulting

Todd Caputo, President, Todd Caputo Consulting

In The Dirt with ASOTU
May 22, 2023

ASOTU was on the ground with Todd Caputo during Digital Dealer Tampa 2023.

Ryan Copacia, Autos and Travel, TikTok

Ryan Copacia, Autos and Travel, TikTok

In The Dirt with ASOTU
May 22, 2023

ASOTU was on the ground with Ryan Copacia during Digital Dealer Tampa 2023.

Kevin Frye, eCommerce Director, Jeff Wyler Automotive Group

Kevin Frye, eCommerce Director, Jeff Wyler Automotive Group

In The Dirt with ASOTU
May 22, 2023

ASOTU was on the ground with Kevin Frye during Digital Dealer Tampa 2023.

Bruce Miller and Bruce Miller Jr, Miller Motors

Bruce Miller and Bruce Miller Jr, Miller Motors

In The Dirt with ASOTU
May 22, 2023

ASOTU was on the ground with Bruce Miller and Bruce Miller JR during Digital Dealer Tampa 2023.

Ford Materializes, Chevy Goes The Distance, Consumers Rein In Spending

Ford Materializes, Chevy Goes The Distance, Consumers Rein In Spending

The Automotive Troublemaker
May 22, 2023

We’re all business this Monday as we talk about Ford closing battery supply deals, Chevy’s surprise announcement, and consumers pulling back on discretionary spending.

Why "More Than Cars" Is An Important Moment for The Industry

Why "More Than Cars" Is An Important Moment for The Industry

The Automotive Troublemaker
May 20, 2023

On this Saturday episode, we take some time to talk about "More Than Cars."

Elgie Bright on Equipping the Next Generation of Dealers

Elgie Bright on Equipping the Next Generation of Dealers

Amplify
May 19, 2023

Elgie Bright is the Automotive Department Chair of Northwood University.

Toyota Levels EV Hopes, Consumer Gives Dealers Flowers, Dupe Trade In Day

Toyota Levels EV Hopes, Consumer Gives Dealers Flowers, Dupe Trade In Day

The Automotive Troublemaker
May 19, 2023

Welcome to Friday. You’ve earned it. Today, we’re talking about Toyota’s lead scientist warning of EV over-optimism. We also hear from a random consumer who gives many Dealers praise at once, as well as a new strategy by Lululemon to combat the fakes.

Pushing a Billy Goat with Ron Smith

Pushing a Billy Goat with Ron Smith

Auto Collabs
May 18, 2023

Ron is the Enterprise Sales Director of Stella AI.