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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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We are in dealerships across the east this week, but that won’t slow down the news drip. We are chatting up how it looks like Apple is pulling back on their autonomous dreams, Americans are leaning into side hustles, and how a coach got a team culture right enough to dismantle expectations.
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It’s an energetic Tuesday in Retail Automotive as we cover Ford CEO Jim Farley’s recent comments as the EV certification deadline closes. We also cover Best Buy’s move to meet consumers where they are at, as well as an in-car integration with the popular mapping app Waze
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ASOTU was on the ground with Carla Cosenzi during the 2022 800% Elite Automotive Club Retrea
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ASOTU was on the ground with Jim Colon during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.
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ASOTU was on the ground with Chris Dukes during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.
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Welcome to another great week in Retail Auto as we talk about the newest auto tech school on the west coast and why it’s significant. We also share Liza Borches’ tips and strategies for moving aged inventory, as well as the truth on a rumored Swiss EV ban.
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ASOTU was on the ground with Glenn Lundy during the 2022 800% Elite Automotive Club Retreat.
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ASOTU was on the ground with Hosea Willis during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.
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It’s time for a Friday as we talk about one Senator's plan to sic the FTC on Ford. We also talk about Tesla incentivising customers to take delivery now, as well as the growing trend of kids passing on cash for meta-stuff.
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ASOTU was on the ground with Damon Lester during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.
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December 1st doesn’t disappoint as we talk about Hyundai and Kia crushing November, illegal voicemails, people quitting on quitting, and Metallica’s new song (yep).
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ASOTU was on the ground with Erikka Tiffani Wells during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.
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ASOTU was on the ground with Durran Cage during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.
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ASOTU was on the ground with Hugene Fields during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.
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ASOTU was on the ground with Jarryd Carver and Justice Mccoy during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.
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ASOTU was on the ground with John Allen during the 2022 800% Elite Automotive Club Retreat.
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ASOTU was on the ground with Brian Spangler during the 2022 800% Elite Automotive Club Retreat.
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ASOTU was on the ground with Matt Adams and Matt Nimey during the 2022 800% Elite Automotive Club Retreat.
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ASOTU was on the ground with Jack Frost during the 2022 800% Elite Automotive Club Retreat.
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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.
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ASOTU was on the ground with Marcus Withers during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.
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ASOTU was on the ground with Dr. Monica Curry during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.
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ASOTU was on the ground with Kasey Price during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.
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ASOTU was on the ground with Pamela Thomas during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.
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ASOTU was on the ground with Rasean Comeaux during the 2022 NAMAD Annual Conference.