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
- 1140
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Episode 1000!!!
On Tuesday, September 28, 2021, Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier pressed record for the very first time. Now, 1,274 days later, they’re recording the 1000th episode of the Automotive Tr…
Proton Thwarts Cyberattack, Ford’s Costly Legal Battle, Long-Term EV Adoption
With 1 more day until Episode 1000, Kyle is on his way to Syracuse and Paul is joined by Todd Caputo. Today, we dive into a quick cybersecurity response that saved hundreds of stores…
There Is No Technician Shortage... IF You're Invested In Your Community
On this Saturday, we get to recap the Greater Charlotte Automobile Dealers Association Auto Tech Competition that brought over 300 high schoolers to Charlotte Motor Speedway to compet…
Elon Says “Hang Onto Stock”, Auto Auctions Boom, Consumers Prefer AI In Review Replies
Happy Friday! Today, we’re covering how Elon rallied Tesla employees during a surprise all hands meeting last night. Plus, auto auctions have their best year since 2020 and consumers …
Used Cars From Amazon, GM Integrates nVidia, Amazon’s 99% Repeat Purchases
Happy Thursday, Troublemakers! Today we’re talking about Amazon dipping its toe in the used car market, GM is going all-in on AI with Nvidia, and new data reveals surprising trends ab…
Tesla Robotaxi Rollout, 5 Min EV Charging, Record-Breaking Hackathon
Today in our little walk around the automotive landscape, Tesla takes a big step toward launching its robotaxi service in California, while BYD shakes up the EV world with game-changi…
Used Car Market Updates, Tesla Prices Plummet, Astronauts Coming Home
Today, we’re talking about how used car prices are on the rise—unless you’re driving a Tesla, where values are plummeting at three times the market rate. Plus, two NASA astronauts ret…
Foxconn’s New EV Partners, Affordability At 2021 Levels, People More Than Burgers
We’re under 2 months away from the auto industry accelerator, ASOTU CON! You can get your tickets now at asotucon.com.
Today we’re talking about how tech giant Foxconn is getting ready…
How Vehicles For Change is Helping Dealers Give Cars Back To Their Communities
After Head Writer Chris Reeves gives us a worldview to follow, we talk about the story of how Mark Herbert of Herbert's Town & Country Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ramp gave a car to 21-year-o…
Trump Meets Barra, Tesla Searches Plunge, Back To (Onsite) Work
As we wind down another week, we’re talking about the meeting between President Trump and GM CEO Mary Barra at the White House discussing American manufacturing. Plus, we look at Febr…
Service Satisfaction Strong, EPA Rolling Back Emissions Rules, Mr. Beast Chocolate Profitability
We’re only 10 episodes away from episode 1000 of this podcast, and today, we’re covering the JD Power 2025 US Customer Service Index Study. Plus, we’re looking at how the Trump admini…
Trump Pitches Teslas at White House, Ford <3 Superchargers, Southwest Ends Free Bags
Today, we’re talking about how the White House lawn became a Tesla dealership yesterday. Plus, we’re covering Ford’s investment into EV charging for its drivers and how Southwest is e…
New Nissan CEO, Carmax Chaos, China Teaches Elementary AI
Today, struggling OEM Nissan has announced that current CEO Makoto Uchida will be replaced by Ivan Espinosa, their latest attempt to jumpstart a turnaround. Plus, chaos at a Carmax de…
Rooftop Count and Throughput Up, Quick Supercharger Repair, Starlink on Flights
We’ve got good news this Monday as the latest numbers show that dealership count and throughput are up, with stores averaging 511 new cars sold per year. Plus, we cover a quick turnar…
Stallone, Supercars and Over $1M Raised For Brain Health
Chris Reeves joins Paul and Kyle today to discuss EV charging, Waffle Houses and plugging in extension cords into random outlets. Then, they talk about the Power of Love Gala, dealers…
NADA Goes After VW and Scout, EV Charging Not Cheaper Than Gas?, Shake Shack Value Meal
As we wind down another week, we’re talking about how NADA and Mike Stanton are winding up their opposition of Scout Motors direct-to-consumer plans. Plus, we’re looking at a report t…
Auto Industry Gets Tariff Exemption, Best Resale Value Cars, Google AI Search Mode
The auto industry breathed a sigh of relief yesterday as it was announced that they will be exempt from the 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods. Plus, we’re looking at the cars …
Big 3 Exempt From Tariffs?, “The Trump Effect”, Paul and Kyle In The Wild
Today, we’re bringing you the latest information on how tariffs could affect the auto industry, including the Commerce Secretary hinting that President Trump could exempt the auto ind…
Tariffs In Effect, Tesla Tops Depreciation List, Google Pushes AI Workforce
Today is our fearless leader Paul J Daly’s birthday! So we gave him the morning off and tapped in producer Nathan Southwick. We’re talking all about the new Canada and Mexico tariffs …
Remembering The Alpha Dawg, Carvana Goes Franchise, Paul Buys An EV
As we greet the first full week of March, we’re live from Charlotte, North Carolina with good friend Todd Caputo. Today, we pause and remember titan sales trainer Jim Ziegler, who hel…