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
- 1139
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Love Doesn’t Stop With The Car
Episode #1099: It’s Saturday, which means Chris Reeves is back in the studio with another story that brings all the feels.
This time it’s about Speedway Subaru in Indianapolis. When a …
Rivian’s Southern Roots, Ford’s Hero Reward, ChatGPT Gets a Job
Episode #1098: Rivian is laying foundations in Georgia with a new East Coast HQ and massive EV factory. A brave deacon turns his F-150 into a life-saving shield, and gets rewarded. An…
Franchise Law “Holy War?”, Stellantis Scraps Hydrogen, Popular Pop-Ups
Episode #1097: In today’s episode, we dig into why the Alliance for Automotive Innovation and NADA are in disagreement on state franchise laws, Stellantis’ quiet hydrogen retreat, and…
GM’s Gas-Powered Comeback, 112-Year-Old Dealership Sold, AI Eyes Wall Street
Episode #1096: We cover GM’s shift away from EVs at Orion, the end of a 112-year family legacy at Ohio’s oldest Ford dealership, and how new AI tools are challenging the finance indus…
Volvo’s Tariff Hit, Nissan’s EV Switch, Ford’s Generous Heart
Episode #1095: Volvo takes a $1.2B charge as EV costs and tariffs bite. Nissan shifts gears in Mississippi, shelving EV plans in favor of SUVs and pickups. And Ford steps up in Texas,…
40 Under 40, Used EV Ramp Up, Tesla’s Grok Doesn’t Do Much Yet
Episode #1094: Today we celebrate the industry's next generation with Automotive News’ 40 Under 40, explore why used EVs are the hottest deal on the lot, and dig into Tesla’s underwh…
Because They Deserve More Than A Patch of Grass
Episode #1093: We know that everyone here is actually to listen to Chris Reeves on this Saturday morning. After a delightful segue about incense, smoke and fire drills in elementary s…
Scaringe vs The System, Teslas Get Grok, Starbucks Forced Kindness
Episode #1092: We unpack how Rivian views legacy OEMs as “adversaries”, Elon’s plan to put Grok in your Tesla, and why your next Starbucks smiley face might be powered by pressure, no…
Dealers React To End of EV Tax Credits, Bay Area Robotaxis, Keep Your Shoes On
Episode #1091: Today we’re covering how dealers are adapting to the end of EV tax credits, Tesla’s push to bring robotaxis to the Bay Area, and the TSA’s surprising move to let travel…
Toyota Helps Out In Texas, EV Battery Reboot, Government Deepfakes
Episode #1090: Toyota leads with heart in Texas, Redwood supercharges old EV batteries for AI, and deepfake fraud hits a chilling milestone.
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- Following catastroph…
EV Credit Countdown, Toyota Goes Flex, Prime Day Plus 4
Episode #1089: The federal EV tax credit countdown is officially on—and startups like Slate are feeling the pressure. Toyota’s new “K-flex” line is redefining manufacturing versatilit…
Musk Gets Political, China’s EV Bloodbath, Helicopter Goodbye
Episode #1088: We’re kicking off the week with Elon Musk mixing politics and business, a brutal forecast for China’s crowded EV market, and one unforgettable funeral send-off in Detro…
FOOOORRRRRDDDD In The USA
Happy July 4th! Today, Chris Reeves joins Paul and Kyle to celebrating the most amazing industry in the most amazing country in the world.
Here's some fun facts about this July 4th:
- 72.…
Q2 Sales Up (With an Asterix), Carfax Best Place To Work, Chuck E. Cheese Grows Up
Episode #1086: Today we unpack Q2’s early sales surge and late slip, celebrate CARFAX’s workplace wins, and wonder about Chuck E. Cheese’s nostalgic new venture for grown-ups.
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Senate Passes Budget, Hyundai Hot Streak, Cloudflare Block AI Scrapers
Episode #1085: Today we’re diving into a high-stakes Senate budget bill that could end EV credits early, Hyundai’s record-breaking U.S. sales run, and Cloudflare’s bold move to make A…
No EV Tax Credits This Fall?, Rare Earth Workarounds, Small Biz Gets Scammed
Episode #1084: Today we unpack the Senate’s plan to fast-track the end of EV tax credits, the global rush to secure rare earth magnet supply, and how small business owners are battlin…
Farley Talks Production, Trump Targets Japanese OEMs, AI Shakes Up Schools
Episode #1083: We’re talking tough trade talk from Trump, Jim Farley’s fiery pitch for industrial self-reliance, and the viral ChatGPT graduation moment that’s sparking serious debate…
12,805 Pounds of Purpose with Carter Myers Automotive
Chris Reeves join Kyle this morning to recap the travel week that Kyle and Paul had, and then to share about how Liza Borches and the Carter Myers Automotive group brought in 12,805 l…
Sunk Cars Costs $560M, EV Auto Pushes Back, Bye Bye Blue Screen of Death
Episode #1081: Today’s episode sounds the alarm on EV shipping risks after a $560M shipwreck, dives into the dealer-driven defense of EV tax credits with Alex Lawrence at the helm, an…
Penske Wins Centennial Award, States Win Charging Funds, AI Wins Copyright Suits
Episode #1080: Today we’re talking about winners - how Roger Penske was honored with the Automotive News Centennial Award, how 14 states have won back $5B in EV charging funs and how …