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Automotive State of The Union

More Than Cars Media Network

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

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20:38

CES Wrap-Up with Steve Greenfield, Solving Snowy...

Automotive State of The Union ·

2025/01/09

Shoot us a Text.As the 2025 CES Show winds down, we have some final thoughts from correspondent Steve Greenfield. Plus we look at Goodyear’s solution for autonomous vehicles in snowy climates and talk about the Mach-E overtaking the traditional Mustang in sales.We’ve got correspondent Steve Greenfield joining us one last time to share his final thoughts from an exciting CES 2025.At CES, Goodyear unveiled cutting-edge tire tech to tackle autonomous vehicles’ Achilles’ heel—icy and snowy condit...

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18:58

CES Updates with Steve Greenfield, Afeela Details,...

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2025/01/08

Shoot us a Text.As all the announcements from CES roll in, we’ve got Steve Greenfield back again to break it all down. We cover the details of Sony Honda Mobility’s Afeela, plus talk about how Uber and Lyft are moving towards autonomy and how 25% of cars sold in 2025 will be EV.News out of CES yesterday: Sony Honda Mobility is the latest brand to bypass dealership networks to sell its first electric sedan. The Afeela 1 will be sold exclusively online, allowing customers to handle everything f...

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16:41

Live from CES with Steve Greenfield, Return-uary

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2025/01/07

Shoot us a Text.This Tuesday morning, we’ve got ASOTU Correspondent Steve Greenfield bringing us all the updates from CES. Plus, it's that time of year where returns dominate the retail landscape. CES 2025 is here, and it’s bringing groundbreaking tech and bold moves in innovation. Perhaps most notably for auto, Sony-Honda Mobility announced the price details for it’s Afeela car.The Afeela 1 Origin starts at $89,900, while the Signature trim is priced at $102,900. Both include a three-ye...

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13:34

CES History and Preview, Car Payments Continue To...

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2025/01/06

Shoot us a Text.It’s CES week, meaning all the announcements and concepts, so we’ve got you covered on what to pay attention to. Plus we talk about how monthly payments are continuing to rise and how some AI accounts created by Meta are sparking controversy. Automotive News and CES share a rich legacy, starting a century ago. Together, they’ve chronicled and shaped the evolution of technology and innovation in the auto industry for 100 years.The Radio Manufacturers Association, also formed in...

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10:39

New Years Resolutions For The Automotive Industry

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2025/01/04

Shoot us a Text.Welcome to the first weekend of 2025! Today, Nathan and Chris talk about their New Year's Resolutions and then share some of the amazing things that auto dealers did to close out 2024.Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

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15:16

Carvana’s “Grift For The Ages”, Tesla’s Drop In...

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2025/01/03

Shoot us a Text.Today, we break down the Hindenburg Research report that allegedly exposes Carvana’s shady business practices. Plus, we cover Tesla’s first annual drop in deliveries and talk about the return of cursive logos.Show Notes with links:Hindenburg Research, known for exposing automotive startups like Nikola and Lordstown Motors, has published a scathing report on used-car retailer Carvana, alleging questionable accounting practices and underwriting concerns.Carvana allegedly sold $8...

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18:13

2025 Predictions by Paul, Kyle and Steve Greenfield,...

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2025/01/02

Shoot us a Text.It's the first show of a new year, and with it, we’ve got predictions, predictions, predictions! Plus, we celebrate the arrival of the newest generation, Gen Beta!Show Notes with links:Here are our predictions: 2025 will bring new norms in communication, marketing, and EVs(Paul) More concerted effort to differentiate based on the individual people and personalities of stores/groups(Kyle) Dealers will spend more on in house creative and social media than they ever have as a per...

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18:01

2024 Memorable Moments, Banner Year For Hybrids, Fiat...

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2024/12/31

Shoot us a Text.The end of the year is finally here, and so we’re looking back, covering the top 10 best-selling vehicles of 2024. Plus, we talk about a unique $0 down and $0 monthly payment Fiat lease as well as reflect on some of our most memorable moments.Show Notes with links:Hybrid electric-gas cars had a banner year in 2024, achieving record sales. With a shift in buyer demographics, these vehicles bridged the gap for consumers seeking efficiency and practicality without fully committin...

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15:45

Is Nissan The Right Honda Partner?, CA Dealers Push...

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2024/12/30

Shoot us a Text.The clock is about to run out on 2024, but that doesn’t stop the grind of the retail auto industry! Today we’re covering the latest awkwardness from the potential Honda-Nissan merger, how California dealers are threatening to sue Scout over their DTC plans, and over-priced fast food.Show Notes with links:Honda's CEO Toshihiro Mibe faced an awkward press moment when asked why Nissan would make a good business partner, candidly admitting, “That’s a difficult one,” when trying to...

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9:55

The 2025 Predictions Episode with Steve Greenfield

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2024/12/27

Shoot us a Text.As we enter the last weekend of the year, we’re looking ahead!We’re throwing it back to our conversation with Steve Greenfield on the Year End Extravaganza, where he talked to us about what he was paying attention to going into the New Year.Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-...

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12:29

Happy Holiday Hangover with Zac Kinch and Austin...

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2024/12/26

Shoot us a Text.The day after Christmas means it’s time to get back to selling, and we couldn’t think of a better way to inspire you towards that than to look back at our Year End Extravaganza Chat with Zac Kinch and Austin Conroy.They are the hosts of the Driving Relationships podcast and both leaders in the Rohrman Automotive Group, meaning they’re bringing on the ground, hands in the dirt, tactical experience to the conversation.And did we mention that Austin has millions of views on TikTo...

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11:14

Christmas Eve Vibes with the Stars of More Than Cars...

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2024/12/24

Shoot us a Text.On this day before Christmas, we replay the More Than Cars panel from the 2024 Year End Extravaganza with guests Letti Bozard, Liza Borches and Ed Roberts. There’s a sneak peek of More Than Cars Season 2 and some surprise announcements at the end!Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media...

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14:27

Honda-Nissan Officially A Go, Tesla’s $1.5T Market Cap

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2024/12/23

Shoot us a Text.Christmas week is officially here, but before we get to presents, we speculate on the future of Honda and Nissan, plus take a closer look at Tesla’s record market cap.Show Notes with links:Honda and Nissan are set to create a unified holding company to strengthen their competitiveness amidst industry challenges. Set to launch by August 2026, the combined entity is predicted to generate over $181 billion in annual revenue and $19 billion in operating profit.Honda will take the ...

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10:12

$100,000,000 Donated By One Dealer For Cancer Care

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2024/12/21

Shoot us a Text.It's the last weekend before Christmas, so we discuss Christmas traditions around the ASOTU halls with writers Chris Reeves and Kristi Canada.Then, we discuss how car-dealer Herb Chambers donated $100 Million to Massachusetts General Hospital for a new state-of-the-art cancer care facility.Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recen...

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13:56

Retail Auto Poised For Strong Finish, F-150 Lightning...

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2024/12/20

Shoot us a Text.With just 2 weekends left in the year, we’re excited to share that the automotive industry is set up for an excellent finish to 2024. Meanwhile, Ford is ramping down its F-150 Lightning production until the new year to meet demand, and Gen Z may just save the malls.Show Notes with links:The automotive industry is gearing up for a solid 2024 finish as inventories stabilize and aggressive year-end deals lure buyers back to showrooms. Analysts remain optimistic about continued mo...

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17:04

Paul and Kyle Call 1-800-ChatGPT, Foxconn Trying To...

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2024/12/19

Shoot us a Text.Our 4th Annual Year End Extravaganza is at 1PM today! But before we get there, we’ve got to talk about how Foxconn is still trying to buy Nissan, how a new CA law will require way more charging infrastructure and ChatGPT’s phone hotline.Show Notes with links:The ante has been upped as a Foxconn exec is currently meeting with Renault officials in France to discuss acquiring a stake in Nissan, intensifying the urgency of Honda and Nissan’s merger talks. Facing fierce competition...

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14:10

Honda-Nissan Merger, EV Equinox Too Quiet, FTC Bans...

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2024/12/18

Shoot us a Text.Remain calm, there is only 1 week until Christmas. Today we’re talking about a potential merger between Nissan and Honda, how Chevy’s EV Equinox apparently doesn’t make enough noise and how the FTC is cracking down on junk hotel fees.Show Notes with links:Nissan faces a crossroads as merger talks with Honda intensify, spurred by Foxconn's interest in a controlling stake and the competitive pressures reshaping Japan's auto industry.An announcement by Honda and Nissan could come...

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16:28

Highway Charging Plan To Stay, Super Cruise...

Automotive State of The Union ·

2024/12/17

Shoot us a Text.8 days to Christmas, and we’re covering how Biden’s plans to add highway charging infrastructure will continue under President Trump. Plus, we look at GM’s latest subscription add-on and ask if it will work, and examine a company that claims it has stopped hiring because AI can do all the work.Show Notes with links:The Biden administration’s plan to blanket U.S. highways with federally funded EV chargers will keep moving forward – no matter who sits in the Oval Office come nex...

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14:12

Tesla’s Cybertruck Canada Push, Longest Range EVs,...

Automotive State of The Union ·

2024/12/16

Shoot us a Text.With barely 2 weeks left in the year, we’re covering the extreme measures Tesla is taking to sell Cybertrucks. Plus, we look at the EVs with the longest range and explore how brick and mortar experiences are booming.Show Notes with links:Tesla is taking unprecedented steps to address waning demand for its Cybertruck by repurposing its premium Foundation Series models and turning its attention to the Canadian market.Foundation Series Cybertrucks, the first produced, were priced...

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9:35

Mini Cars, Maximum Inspiration with Marysville Toyota

Automotive State of The Union ·

2024/12/14

Shoot us a Text.Today we talk about not only what the industry is doing, but why the industry is doing it.Head Writer Chris Reeves shares how Marysville Toyota in Everett, Washington hosted a Toyota Mini Makers Garage event to ignite curiosity and inspire futures.Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/pus...

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