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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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Matt Nimey, Owner and Matt Adams, General Manager, Nimey’s New Generation Cars

Matt Nimey, Owner and Matt Adams, General Manager, Nimey’s New Generation Cars

In The Dirt with ASOTU
November 30, 2022

ASOTU was on the ground with Matt Adams and Matt Nimey during the 2022 800% Elite Automotive Club Retreat.

Jack Frost, Owner, Roper Kia

Jack Frost, Owner, Roper Kia

In The Dirt with ASOTU
November 30, 2022

ASOTU was on the ground with Jack Frost during the 2022 800% Elite Automotive Club Retreat.

Tesla Loses EV Market Share, The 10 Cars Holding Their Value Best, USMNT Defeats Iran

Tesla Loses EV Market Share, The 10 Cars Holding Their Value Best, USMNT Defeats Iran

The Automotive Troublemaker
November 30, 2022

It’s the last day of November and we’re ready to flip into the final month of the year as we talk about new S&P data that shows Tesla’s shrinking market share. We also talk about the used cars that are holding their value best. Of course, we have to talk about US Soccer for a moment or Kyle might explode.

Marcus Withers, Owner, Withers Automotive

Marcus Withers, Owner, Withers Automotive

In The Dirt with ASOTU
November 30, 2022

ASOTU was on the ground with Marcus Withers during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.

Dr. Monica Curry, Ed.D, Head of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, Subaru of America

Dr. Monica Curry, Ed.D, Head of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, Subaru of America

In The Dirt with ASOTU
November 30, 2022

ASOTU was on the ground with Dr. Monica Curry during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.

Kasey Price, Diversity and Inclusion Consultant, Subaru of America

Kasey Price, Diversity and Inclusion Consultant, Subaru of America

In The Dirt with ASOTU
November 29, 2022

ASOTU was on the ground with Kasey Price during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.

Pamela Thomas, Dealer Network Manager, General Motors

Pamela Thomas, Dealer Network Manager, General Motors

In The Dirt with ASOTU
November 29, 2022

ASOTU was on the ground with Pamela Thomas during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.

Rasean Comeaux, Sales Manager, Len Stoler Lexus

Rasean Comeaux, Sales Manager, Len Stoler Lexus

In The Dirt with ASOTU
November 29, 2022

ASOTU was on the ground with Rasean Comeaux during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.

Brian Armstead, Writer and Radio Host

Brian Armstead, Writer and Radio Host

In The Dirt with ASOTU
November 29, 2022

ASOTU was on the ground with Brian Armstead during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.

Kelly Saunders, Kelly Sells Cars Consulting and Regina Woodard, Joe Lunghamer Chevrolet: In The Dirt

Kelly Saunders, Kelly Sells Cars Consulting and Regina Woodard, Joe Lunghamer Chevrolet: In The Dirt

In The Dirt with ASOTU
November 29, 2022

ASOTU was on the ground with Regina Woodard and Kelly Saunders during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.

Tony Thomas, Owner, Tony T Automotive Group

Tony Thomas, Owner, Tony T Automotive Group

In The Dirt with ASOTU
November 29, 2022

ASOTU was on the ground with Tony Thomas during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.

A Simplified and Revamped Model 3, Bricked Lightning, Social Media vs. Entertainment

A Simplified and Revamped Model 3, Bricked Lightning, Social Media vs. Entertainment

The Automotive Troublemaker
November 29, 2022

Welcome to *almost* the last day of November as we talk about leaked plans to revamp Tesla’s Model 3, one F150 Lightning user's experience with a ‘bricked’ truck, and is that app ‘social media’ or ‘entertainment’?

From Homeland Security to Auto with Amir Hever

From Homeland Security to Auto with Amir Hever

Auto Collabs
November 28, 2022

The winner of the 2022 Automotive News All Star for Fixed Ops Vendor.

Jumpsuits and Flash Mobs with Yaron Saghiv

Jumpsuits and Flash Mobs with Yaron Saghiv

Auto Collabs
November 28, 2022

The winner of the 2022 Automotive News All Star for Fixed Ops Vendor.

All Star Automotive Cast, VinFast Ships 999 Vehicles to the US, Black Friday Delivers

All Star Automotive Cast, VinFast Ships 999 Vehicles to the US, Black Friday Delivers

The Automotive Troublemaker
November 28, 2022

Welcome back to a Turkey filled world as we throttle down on the last 5 weeks of 2022 starting with the Automotive News All Stars list. We also talk about VinFast delivering its first US vehicles, as well as the retail numbers from Black Friday.

Introducing Some New Faces, How An Industry Fixes a Brand Problem

Introducing Some New Faces, How An Industry Fixes a Brand Problem

The Automotive Troublemaker
November 25, 2022

As we head into Black Friday weekend we’re excited to introduce you to a new voice from the frontlines of Retail Auto, Morgan McManaman, Senior Client Advisor and Brand Ambassador for Bozard Lincoln in Jacksonville, FL.

Safe Questions To Ask Family On Thanksgiving

Safe Questions To Ask Family On Thanksgiving

The Automotive Troublemaker
November 24, 2022

It's Thanksgiving Day and we're helping you be the savvy conversationalist around the family table with a list of fun questions you can ask to keep the gravy train rolling.

Nissan EV Bundle, St Louis Service Dept Develops Tech, In-Vehicle PS5

Nissan EV Bundle, St Louis Service Dept Develops Tech, In-Vehicle PS5

The Automotive Troublemaker
November 23, 2022

Tomorrow is the big day where we get extra thankfulness, but today we’re still battening down the hatches as we talk about Nissans new EV maintenance bundle. We also cover a St Louis Dealer doing their part to curb vehicle theft, as well as a potential PS5 embedded in a vehicle.

Mazda Dives Into the EV Pool, GM Stores Maintaining Teslas, Mr. Beast Goes to College

Mazda Dives Into the EV Pool, GM Stores Maintaining Teslas, Mr. Beast Goes to College

The Automotive Troublemaker
November 22, 2022

It’s the Tuesday before turkey day and we’re talking about Mazda’s plans to zoom their way into the EV race. We also talk about the thousands of Tesla’s being maintained by GM dealerships, as well as the new college course by…Mr. Beast?

Dealerships Selling Like Hotcakes, Bright Drop To Hit $1B, Dominos Gets Charged

Dealerships Selling Like Hotcakes, Bright Drop To Hit $1B, Dominos Gets Charged

The Automotive Troublemaker
November 21, 2022

It’s a magnificent Monday to be in the car business as we warm up those turkey ovens and those Black Friday deals. Today we discuss private sector buy/sells, GM’s Bright Drop reaching $1B, and Domino’s EV delivery strategy.

GM Plans to Save Big, Hybrids Give EVs A Smackdown, No Beer at the World Cup

GM Plans to Save Big, Hybrids Give EVs A Smackdown, No Beer at the World Cup

The Automotive Troublemaker
November 18, 2022

We’ve got that Friday feeling as we talk about GMs plans to leverage tech and fulfillment centers to save a pile per car. We also talk about Consumer Reports Brand Reliability results, as well as the last minute decision to keep soccer fans more sober.

Automotive As The Economy’s Hope, Dealer CX Atrophy, Tiktok Analytics Grow Up

Automotive As The Economy’s Hope, Dealer CX Atrophy, Tiktok Analytics Grow Up

The Automotive Troublemaker
November 17, 2022

Thursday is in full swing as we’re talking about why the Auto Industry might just be the economy’s bright spot in early 2023. We also talk about shaking off the deal-entitlement of 2022, as well as a new depth in analytics for Tiktok advertisers.

Using Your Own Tech with Steve Roessler

Using Your Own Tech with Steve Roessler

Auto Collabs
November 16, 2022

Like eating your own cooking or living in the house you built.

AutoNation Buys A Chunk of TrueCar, First Release Luxury Data

AutoNation Buys A Chunk of TrueCar, First Release Luxury Data

The Automotive Troublemaker
November 16, 2022

We’re into Wednesday as we talk about AutoNation’s announcement of their purchase of a substantial number of TrueCar shares. We also talk about the just-released data on luxury loyalty including Tesla.

EV’s Moving, Retail Facial Recognition, Hitting 8 Billion People

EV’s Moving, Retail Facial Recognition, Hitting 8 Billion People

The Automotive Troublemaker
November 15, 2022

MRC is winding down and Used Car Week is rolling, but we are still on the grind to bring you the stories that count today. We are rounding up some EV talk, checking on your retail shopping experience, and joining all of you in a population that is expected to cross 8bn today!