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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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ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 13: Andrew Diffenderfer

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 13: Andrew Diffenderfer

ASOTU CON Sessions
October 19, 2022

Andrew Diffenderfer and Paul J Daly sit down to chat at ASOTU CON 2022.

An EV Flagship, FTC Drops A Big Fine on a Dealer Group, 1B Hospitality

An EV Flagship, FTC Drops A Big Fine on a Dealer Group, 1B Hospitality

The Automotive Troublemaker
October 19, 2022

Welcome to Wednesday as we talk about Cadillac’s return to the ultralux state. We also cover a major fine levied by the FTC on a Maryland Auto Group, as well as a $1B investment in hospitality for an upcoming F1 event in Vegas.

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 12: Kristen Limbert and Molly Meyer

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 12: Kristen Limbert and Molly Meyer

ASOTU CON Sessions
October 18, 2022

Kristen Limbert and Molly Meyer sit down with Michael Cirillo to chat at ASOTU CON 2022.

Amazon’s 150% Churn, Gen Z Drips, An Old Ford Factory Goes Boom

Amazon’s 150% Churn, Gen Z Drips, An Old Ford Factory Goes Boom

The Automotive Troublemaker
October 18, 2022

This Tuesday we’re talking about Amazon's impressive employee churn rates. We also cover a new report indicating big differences between Millennial and Gen Z buying habits, as well as an iconic former Ford Factory going down in Jacksonville.

Further Investment in Fixed Ops, EV Service Training Safety, Pop-ups Here To Stay

Further Investment in Fixed Ops, EV Service Training Safety, Pop-ups Here To Stay

The Automotive Troublemaker
October 17, 2022

Let us be the first to welcome you into a fresh Fall week as we survey what Dealers are doing across the country by investing in fixed ops. We also talk about a cogent warning for EV service safety, as well as the pop-up retail trend that will be sticking around well past the holidays.

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 11: David Meltzer

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 11: David Meltzer

ASOTU CON Sessions
October 17, 2022

David Meltzer and Glenn Lundy sit down to chat at ASOTU CON 2022.

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 10: Anthony Jingoli and Brendan Jackson

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 10: Anthony Jingoli and Brendan Jackson

ASOTU CON Sessions
October 14, 2022

Anthony Jingoli and Brendan Jackson sit down with Kyle Mountsier to chat at ASOTU CON 2022.

Sony/Honda in NA, An OEM Goes Air Taxi, & Pickleball is All the Rage

Sony/Honda in NA, An OEM Goes Air Taxi, & Pickleball is All the Rage

The Automotive Troublemaker
October 14, 2022

Welcome to Friday, home of All Things Used Cars on Clubhouse. Today we look at rising new ventures in auto and sports to pay attention to. We look at the newest announcement by Sony and Honda with their plans in North America, Hyundai pressing the accelerator on air travel, and the sport you didn’t see coming.

Students of the Industry with Michael Lucki and Matthew Vollmers

Students of the Industry with Michael Lucki and Matthew Vollmers

Auto Collabs
October 13, 2022

It’s an Auto Collabs first! We have 2 guests joining us today. Michael Lucki and Matthew Vollmers are NADA Academy Instructors, helping to mold and develop the next generation of dealers. They talk about their experiences in the program, how they’ve seen it change and shift, and what it takes to stay relevant in an ever changing landscape.

Burnt Hair is All the Rage, Carvana Petitions, and Connecting Coffee and Flying

Burnt Hair is All the Rage, Carvana Petitions, and Connecting Coffee and Flying

The Automotive Troublemaker
October 13, 2022

Thursday is full of brand and community conversations. We are welcoming special guest Ben Hadley to talk about Elon’s new Musk, Carvana petitioning to get back in Michigan, and how Delta and Starbucks are giving you more bang for your buck on the way to data and brand loyalty.

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 9: Josselyn Boudett

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 9: Josselyn Boudett

ASOTU CON Sessions
October 13, 2022

Josselyn Boudett and Paul J Daly sit down to chat at ASOTU CON 2022.

Tesla’s EV Hold Slips, Nissan Loses ¾ of a Billion, Real Life Asteroids

Tesla’s EV Hold Slips, Nissan Loses ¾ of a Billion, Real Life Asteroids

The Automotive Troublemaker
October 12, 2022

Welcome to Wednesday as we are talking about the recent delivery numbers in the EV game. We also talk about Nissan’s sale of their Russian business at a substantial loss, as well as the results of a real-life asteroids game.

Snowboards to SAAS with Mike Colacchio

Snowboards to SAAS with Mike Colacchio

Auto Collabs
October 11, 2022

There’s a through line here somewhere. Mike Colacchio has gone from minor-league baseball to selling snowboards to Dealer.com to DealerInspire to AutoLeadStar, where’s an advocate for connected data and Customer Data Platforms. He joins us on Auto Collabs and shares his story, plus his vision for the future of data.

GM Wants To Be A Power Company, CNN Pulls the Rug on NFT Holders, Black Friday Begins

GM Wants To Be A Power Company, CNN Pulls the Rug on NFT Holders, Black Friday Begins

The Automotive Troublemaker
October 11, 2022

It’s a great Tuesday to be in Retail Auto as we cover a move by GM to leverage their battery tech into home and fleet services. We also talk about the demise of CNN NFT project that promised ownership of history, as well as the fact that October is apparently the new November when it comes to Black Friday.

Guest Host Damon Lester, Total Recall by Rivian, Tesla’s Takes the Casino Playbook, Toyoda’s Happy Dance.

Guest Host Damon Lester, Total Recall by Rivian, Tesla’s Takes the Casino Playbook, Toyoda’s Happy Dance.

The Automotive Troublemaker
October 10, 2022

Welcome to the second full week of October during a five Saturday month as we talk about a near-total recall of every Rivian vehicle produced this year. We also talk about Tesla’s latest strategy to skirt state franchise laws, as well as a “happy dance” little moment for Toyota President Akio Toyoda

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 8: Jeff Gonzales and Andrew Eamer

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 8: Jeff Gonzales and Andrew Eamer

ASOTU CON Sessions
October 8, 2022

Jeff Gonzales, Andrew Eamer and Michael Cirillo sit down to chat at ASOTU CON 2022.

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 6: Jarrod Kilway

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 6: Jarrod Kilway

ASOTU CON Sessions
October 8, 2022

Jarrod Kilway and Kyle Mountsier sit down to chat at ASOTU CON 2022.

Waterlogged EVs Exploding, Amazon Stops Scout Autonomous Delivery Program, Bad News = Good News

Waterlogged EVs Exploding, Amazon Stops Scout Autonomous Delivery Program, Bad News = Good News

The Automotive Troublemaker
October 7, 2022

It’s Friday and we’re wrapping up this week's news talking about an unanticipated challenge with waterlogged EVs. We’re also talking about why Amazon is pulling the plug on its autonomous delivery robot program, as well as what we should be looking for in today's jobs report.

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 7: Liza Borches

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 7: Liza Borches

ASOTU CON Sessions
October 7, 2022

Liza Borches and Glenn Lundy sit down to chat at ASOTU CON 2022.

Talking in Parables with Ben Hadley

Talking in Parables with Ben Hadley

Auto Collabs
October 6, 2022

A tech person for tech people. Ben Hadley has led an influential journey through automotive. He’s worked with Clarivoy and CreditIQ and helped found Auto Genius. He knows the definitions to all the big words and has a way of communicating almost in parables to bring that heady knowledge down to earth for the layman. And he believes we’re only about 5 years away from a major breakthrough in the way automotive technology works.

NAMAD President Change, Self Driving Stalls, Heavy EVs, NY Making Chips

NAMAD President Change, Self Driving Stalls, Heavy EVs, NY Making Chips

The Automotive Troublemaker
October 6, 2022

This Thursday we’re coming to you from the annual NAMAD membership meeting in Miami, FL where a change in leadership was announced last night. We’re also talking about the continued struggle of self-driving tech, as well as the new weight requirement for roads given the rise in EVs, and a massive semiconductor plant coming to Syracuse, NY.

Wheels Up To NAMAD, Elon (still) Buying Twitter (Maybe), Non Auto Minds Joining Auto

Wheels Up To NAMAD, Elon (still) Buying Twitter (Maybe), Non Auto Minds Joining Auto

The Automotive Troublemaker
October 5, 2022

Welcome to Wednesday as we get ready to cover the 2022 Namad Annual Meeting. We’re also talking about Elon holding true to his original offer for Twitter, an outside automotive tech joining the automotive ranks to help improve auto tech, and a big step forward in home connectivity.

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 5: Darren Doane and Danielle Southwick (audio only)

ASOTU CON Sessions Episode 5: Darren Doane and Danielle Southwick (audio only)

ASOTU CON Sessions
October 4, 2022

Darren Doane and Danielle Southwick sit down with Paul J Dayl to chat at ASOTU CON 2022.

Teaching Through Personal Pain with Durran Cage

Teaching Through Personal Pain with Durran Cage

Auto Collabs
October 4, 2022

He might be the handsomest man in automotive. Durran Cage is someone you want to be around. He oozes kindness and has a genuine passion for people. He pours himself into his work, mentally and emotionally. As a consultant, he sees a lot of what is working and what isn’t working, and is able to speak to dealers out of his own personal experience.

Reflecting on the Agency Model w/ Special Guest Steve Greenfield

Reflecting on the Agency Model w/ Special Guest Steve Greenfield

The Automotive Troublemaker
October 4, 2022

This Tuesday we are talking about the drop in vacancies in retail real estate. We also welcome long-time collaborator with ASOTU, Steve Greenfield, to discuss October’s Auto Intel Report.