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
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 14 minutes
- Episodes
- 1142
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Dealers Honoring Our First Responders On a Special Day
Today, Nathan, Chris and Jordan take over the show to talk about how a Cumming, Georgia dealership honored their first responders on 9/11 by feeding them lunch and giving the communit…
Buy/Sell Market Setting Records, Ford Pro Architect Retires, Discretionary Spending On The Rise
Is it already the end of another week? We’re looking back this morning as we look at buy/sell activity from the first half of the year, reflect on the legacy of Ford Pro CEO Ted Canni…
GM + Hyundai = Team Up, Stellantis + Dealers = Squabble, Consumers Accepting Cookies
As we’ve passed the halfway point of the week, we’ve got Michael Cirillo in the studio to discuss GM and Hyundai’s new partnership, how Stellantis and its dealers are in a little bit …
Ally Faces Credit Crunch, GM Employees On The EV Train, The EV Slowdown Myth
Today, we pause and reflect on the events of 9/11/2001. No crisis can win.
It’s Wednesday and DG is back for round two. We’re talking about how Ally Financial is dealing with consumer …
Rivian Referrals, Toyota’s Long Range Battery Plans, iPhone Intelligence
As we turn into Tuesday, we’ve got guest host Daniel Govaer with us in the studio! Today we’re looking at Rivian’s referral program, what the future holds for Toyota’s battery product…
Polestar CEO Pushes for Software, Tesla Patents Wireless EV Charging, Autonomous AI Is Coming For Your Job
It’s a great Monday as we launch into the week with guest host Ben Hadley. Today we’re talking about software-defined vehicles and how Polestar is leaning in, Tesla’s recent patents f…
Car Shows creating Community
Today on the show, Kyle, Chris, and Jordan talk about how cars shows create community and then featuring Walser's recent Subarus and Cold Brews event.
Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsi…
Dealers Pessimistic Outlook, Japan’s EV Battery Push, The OG Mustang
We’re almost through the week, and we’ve got Steve Greenfield back with us today to help us understand why dealers are feeling a little pessimistic about Q3. Plus we’ll discuss how Ja…
VW vs The Union, Dealership Cybersecurity Survey, Tesla Crime Cameras
Happy Thursday! Today, we’re joined by the one and only Steve Greenfield, as we discuss VWs plans to close plants in Germany and its showdown with the union, how dealers should be imp…
Sales Climb In August, Qualcomm Leads the Chip Pack, Canva Gets Pricey
Wednesday’s here! We’ve got Michael Cirillo joining the show to talk about the first look at August sales numbers, what’s happening on the chipmaker front in automotive and whether Ca…
Rigged Robotaxi?, EV Buses Charging The Grid, “Open To Work” Insights
It’s Tuesday, Kyle’s back, and we’re ready to hit the ground running after the Labor Day holiday. Today we’re talking about data that suggests Tesla might rig its robotaxi debut, how …
Labor Day Special - Rescuing Chrysler, Dodging Parking Scams
It’s Labor Day and dealers all over will be out in force selling and servicing cars today. We’ve got our own Labor Day special, talking about a bold plan to reinvigorate the Chrysler …
We Won An Award! (And Other Philosophical and Theological Musings)
It's a Saturday close to the month of August, and we've got some fun vibes this morning as Head Writer Chris Reeves and Head of Community Jordan Cox join Paul on the show.
Last week at…
Carvana Megasite, New Blue Sky Outlook, Dealership Sting Operation
It’s the fifth Friday of the month heading into a holiday weekend, and we are covering how Carvana is launching a megasite, the latest on dealership buy/sell trends from Haig Partners…
Tesla Fights Tariffs, Gen Z Drives More, Most Disappointing National Park
It’s a great Thursday to be in the retail auto industry and we’ve got the one and only Ben Hadley on the show today. We’re covering how Tesla is pushing back against Canadian tariffs,…
Hyundai Hybrid, Most Reliable Used Cars, Autotrader Dog ASMR
Happy Hump Day! On this Wednesday, we’ve got guest host Erikka Tiffani Wells in the studio, talking about Hyundai pressing in on hybrids, the most reliable used car brands, and how Au…
CDK Data Safe!, The Future of Mobility, GPT High School
There’s 5 days left in the month as we welcome guest host Steve Greenfield back to the show. Today, we’re covering the CDK cyberattack for hopefully the last time, Steve’s new book on…
Holman is 100, Toyota Doubles Down, and Loyal Gen Z
Let’s kick off the last week of the month with guest host Daniel Govaer as we celebrate Holman’s century of automotive excellence, explore Toyota’s bold hybrid-only strategy as EV dem…
This JLR Store Creates Opportunities for Growth
Today, Chris Reeves and Jordan Cox talk about Jack Pearson and his team from Jaguar Land Rover South Shore in Indiana.
Jordan spent some recently with Jack and his team, created some s…
ASOTU Stranded, Trade Convos in Service, Rate Cut, and Pumpkin Spice
It’s a great Friday to be in the car business as the ASOTU crew braves the trip home from a week of being on the ground with Dealers, OEMS, and Industry Partners at two separate event…