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
Ford CFOs ‘Worry’, EV Charging Alliance, Starbucks Hits Hollywood
Welcome to Wednesday as we dive into Ford's CFO’s concerns over rising inventories, an EV charging joint venture's plans, and Starbucks' surprising venture into the film industry with…
Fain Under Fire, Open Letter to Elon, Apple AI
It’s Tuesday, and we’re talking about how Shawn Fain is under investigation, how a letter suggests Tesla would be better off with the dealer network, and how Apple is embracing AI.
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Costco Goes EV, REALLY Deep Employee Discount, Big Check For Auto Students
It’s a fresh week and we’re talking about GM's strategy with Costco to boost EV sales, Fisker's aggressive move to sell the Ocean to employees at a discount, and Reynolds and Reynolds…
These Techs Fixed A Truck That Was Meowing...
It's the second Saturday of June and writer Kristi Canada joins the show. Today, we're talking about how a West Herr dealership rescued a cat out of an engine compartment. Plus one of…
Gas Over Electric, Senator Slams, Detroit Jams
We’ve got that Friday feeling as we cover a new KPMG survey that reveals Americans powertrain preferences. We also talk about a Democrat Senator slamming a failed EV charging program,…
Lithia Layoffs, Virginia Ditches Cali EV Standards, IKEA Pays Roblox Workers
Thursday is upon us and we’re breaking down Lithia Motors' strategic layoffs aimed at saving $150 million annually, Virginia's decision to reverse its adoption of California’s strict …
Suing the Treasury, High EV Repair Costs, Tesla Hires Geico Exec
Welcome to Wednesday as we talk about the US Senator encouraging US automakers to sue the government… and win. We also talk about the higher-than-ice repair costs of EVs as well as Te…
Record Auto Sales, Ford's Historic Renovation, Stamp Price Surge
It’s Tuesday and we’re talking about strong May sales from major brands, Ford's $950 million renovation of Michigan Central Station and star-studded grand reopening concert, as well a…
Toyota's Testing Trouble, Dealers In Powersports, and GM's EV Clutch
It's a fresh week in a fresh month as we talk about Toyota's certification scandal, the booming trend of automotive retailers entering the powersports segment, and GM's innovative clu…
How To Support Your Community on Memorial Day
On this first day of the month, we're talking about how the Veterans of Walser went to a local cemetery to refresh the graveside flags, plus we think about how dealers can be more inv…
Buick Rebounding, Creator of the Book, and Google Zero
Day 2 with Cirillo and we figured some marketing wrap up was still in store. We are also taking a look at the much-talked-about Buick Envista and celebrating the life and accomplishme…
Sizing Up the EV Storyline, International More Than Cars, Google Gotcha
Today we have Michael Cirillo, host of The Dealer Playbook, joining the show in Paul’s absence. We are breaking down the questionable narrative in the EV slowdown, a dealer that is ta…
BYD’s 2000km Hybrid, Toyota’s Next Gen ICE, Gen Z Summer Jobs
Happy Hump Day as we’re halfway through the week! Today we’re covering a BYD hybrid that can drive from NYC to Miami on a single charge/tank, how Toyota and other OEMs are decarbonizi…
Ford's EV Policy Shift, Politics of EV Adoption, and Bass Pro's Affordability Focus
It’s Tuesday and we’re talking about Ford lifting restrictions on which dealers can sell EVs, the political divide impacting EV adoption, and Bass Pro Shops' is the next retailer lean…
Memorial Day Memories and Maneuvers with Todd Caputo
We’re thankful for our nation on this Memorial Day 2024 as we reflect on all that have given their lives as a member of the US Armed Forces. Today, we’re talking about Memorial Day (…
When 96% Of A Dealership Wants Their Friends To Work There Too
We're kicking off Memorial Day weekend with a great story about two dealer groups being named in the top 50 best places to work by none other than Glassdoor. And that's sayin somethin…
Memorial Day Deals, Musk's Trade Flip, and California's Speed Beep
We’re heading into a huge sales weekend and we’re talking big Memorial Day discounts on 2023 cars, Elon Musk's reversal on Chinese EV tariffs, and California's new bill requiring cars…
Young Buyers Eye Chinese EVs, Kia's EV SUV, Mobile Superchargers
It’s a busy Thursday as we roll towards the holiday weekend. Today, we explore the surprising interest in Chinese EVs among young Americans, Kia's launch of a new compact electric SUV…
Vehicle Ages Peak, Political Jabs Fly, and Gen Z Seeks Balance
Welcome to Wednesday as we discuss the rising age of vehicles in the U.S., political attacks in Ohio's Senate race targeting a former car dealer, and how Gen Z workers' values align c…
Nissan Shocks, Leaders that Rock, High-Income Flock
It’s Tuesday and we’re talking about Nissan’s strategic shift in U.S. EV production, the recognition of Hendrick and Zeigler Auto Groups as best-run companies, and Walmart’s unexpecte…