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Automotive State of the Union

Automotive State of the Union

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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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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NADA Show Sessions by ASOTU

NADA Show Sessions by ASOTU

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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The Girl Who Lit Up LinkedIn Last Night, Real Mentorship, and Amazon as a Rivian Springboard

The Girl Who Lit Up LinkedIn Last Night, Real Mentorship, and Amazon as a Rivian Springboard

Automotive State of the Union
November 2, 2021

Pretty soon, people are going to realize what we've been doing over here and this was never more apparent than this post from Erikka Tiffany Wells on LinkedIn last night.

Why 'so we had to' is So Important, Open Floor Plans, and Changes Brewin' for ASOTU!

Why 'so we had to' is So Important, Open Floor Plans, and Changes Brewin' for ASOTU!

Automotive State of the Union
November 1, 2021

This weekend, Kyle finally caught up to Paul in reading 'The Innovation Stack' by Jim McKelvey.

SO Meta, Phone Call Friday, and a Supercomputer That Makes Google Cry

SO Meta, Phone Call Friday, and a Supercomputer That Makes Google Cry

Automotive State of the Union
October 29, 2021

How appropriate to end our week with Facebooks rebrand and a random call to the Head of Automotive for Faceb... uh, Meta, Bob Lanham to get his take.

First Class Flights, Being Human, and Dreaming Again!

First Class Flights, Being Human, and Dreaming Again!

Automotive State of the Union
October 27, 2021

What we can learn from Spanx CEO Sara Blakely

One Post Can Change The World and GM Becoming a SAAS Company?!

One Post Can Change The World and GM Becoming a SAAS Company?!

Automotive State of the Union
October 25, 2021

It's Monday and we are working to turn up the energy with you!

What We Can And Can't Talk About...Which Category is Squid Games?

What We Can And Can't Talk About...Which Category is Squid Games?

Automotive State of the Union
October 20, 2021

Today we talk about the ground shifting SO much,

Automotive Outlaws, Bitcoin Futures, and a New Ford Plant In Tennessee

Automotive Outlaws, Bitcoin Futures, and a New Ford Plant In Tennessee

Automotive State of the Union
October 19, 2021

We've been accused of a lot of things, but this is a new one!

Quality Time, Running a 13 Minute Mile, and the NEW Center

Quality Time, Running a 13 Minute Mile, and the NEW Center

Automotive State of the Union
October 18, 2021

What's better to refresh, quantity or quality time?

What Just Happened?

What Just Happened?

Automotive State of the Union
October 13, 2021

Running on VERY little sleep

West Coast Time, Hyundai On Amazon, and Major Airline Issues

West Coast Time, Hyundai On Amazon, and Major Airline Issues

Automotive State of the Union
October 12, 2021

We're on West Coast time as we sit in our hotel room

West Coast, Conference Kick Off, Passing in the Halls, an TROUBLEMAKING!

West Coast, Conference Kick Off, Passing in the Halls, an TROUBLEMAKING!

Automotive State of the Union
October 11, 2021

Welcome to the kick off of a crazy conference week!

Being Ready vs Certain, GM Says They Want To Be Like Tesla, and Kyle Got New Kicks

Being Ready vs Certain, GM Says They Want To Be Like Tesla, and Kyle Got New Kicks

Automotive State of the Union
October 7, 2021

This beautiful Thursday morning we talk about Paul's LinkedIn Poll

What To Do At A Conference, Toyota / Lexus Data Problem, and The Real Shape Of The Moon

What To Do At A Conference, Toyota / Lexus Data Problem, and The Real Shape Of The Moon

Automotive State of the Union
October 6, 2021

Today we start by sharing what we think is a great way to spend your time

Facebook Crash, Dreaming, and Why It's So Hard to Innovate

Facebook Crash, Dreaming, and Why It's So Hard to Innovate

Automotive State of the Union
October 5, 2021

What happened to your business when Facebook went down.

Flipping Islands, Thoughtfulness, & Getting Things DONE!

Flipping Islands, Thoughtfulness, & Getting Things DONE!

Automotive State of the Union
October 4, 2021

Welcome to the first full week of The Contagious Five!

Rolling Into Q4 Like We Mean It (Nerd Alert!)

Rolling Into Q4 Like We Mean It (Nerd Alert!)

Automotive State of the Union
October 1, 2021

We're rolling into the last quarter with intention as we wrap up opening week of the show.

Giveaway, Connection, and a REALLY Ugly Website Button

Giveaway, Connection, and a REALLY Ugly Website Button

Automotive State of the Union
September 30, 2021

We were surprised by the amazing response to our first episode yesterday.