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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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18:30

Tekion-CDK Squabble, Maximising Last 2 Weeks Of Year,...

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2024/12/13

Shoot us a Text.12 days until Christmas, and today we’ve got Todd Caputo joining the show to discuss the Tekion lawsuit against CDK, how to make the most out of the last 2 weeks and GPT’s latest update that gives it vision.Show Notes with links:The battle over dealership data is heating up as Tekion files a federal antitrust lawsuit against CDK Global, claiming anti-competitive practices. CDK, however, is firing back, labeling the lawsuit as retaliatory and lacking merit.Tekion’s lawsuit accu...

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15:00

GM Shuts Down Cruise, Dealer Sentiment Up, Meet...

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2024/12/12

Shoot us a Text.With only 3 Thursdays left in the year, we’re covering how General Motors has shut down its robotaxi division. Plus, dealer sentiment is up now that we’re past the election, and Google has announced a potentially massive breakthrough in quantum computing.General Motors (GM) has decided to shut down its Cruise robotaxi division after years of significant investment and high hopes. Once considered a $50 billion revenue opportunity by 2030, the move signals a shift in GM's strate...

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14:48

You Can Buy Cars On Amazon, Rivian Tops Satisfaction,...

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2024/12/11

Shoot us a Text.On this hump day, we’re covering the news that Amazon’s partnership with Hyundai has finally gone live for the general public. Plus, Rivian tops a recent survey of brand satisfaction, and small businesses are the most optimistic they’ve been in over 3 years.Show Notes with links:Amazon has opened its car shopping marketplace, Amazon Autos, to 48 cities, including major hubs like Los Angeles, Dallas, and Miami. The platform offers a streamlined buying experience, starting with ...

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12:40

Stellantis Steadies, EVs Last For 20+ Years?, Sora Is...

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2024/12/10

Shoot us a Text.The internet is abuzz this morning as OpenAI released its long-anticipated video generator, Sora, to the public. But before we get there, we have to talk about Tim Kuniskis coming back to Stellantis as the new Ram CEO, and how studies are suggesting that EVs could last longer than ICE vehicles.Show Notes with links:Tim Kuniskis is back at Stellantis, stepping in as the new Ram truck brand CEO after a brief retirement. The return comes amidst a significant leadership shake-up f...

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14:27

Average Age of Cars = 13.6 Yrs, CO Dethrones CA,...

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2024/12/09

Shoot us a Text.As we enter a new week, we’re considering how the average age of cars is affecting parts and service. Plus Colorado is now the most EV state in the US, topping California, and a new study is showing that bad customer service is costing retail stores billions.Show Notes with links:Despite a record number of aging vehicles on the road, the auto repair and parts industry is facing challenges as economic pressures affect consumer spending habits.The average passenger car is now 13...

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7:20

This Dealer Provided Thanksgiving Meals to Over 2,500...

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2024/12/07

Shoot us a Text.Today on the Saturday episode, Kyle Mountsier and Kristi Canada talk about celebrating Head Writer Chris Reeves birthday!Kristi shares about a dealership in Fort Dodge, Iowa, collaborating with a culinary arts program to provide Thanksgiving meals for over 2,500 people and an additional 1,000 meals for the community. 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/c...

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17:11

Subaru Tops Reliability List, Tesla Intensifies...

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2024/12/06

Shoot us a Text.As we end the first week of December, we’re talking about how Subaru has risen to the top of Consumer Reports 2025 Brand Report Card, how Tesla is tapping into leasing to hit its ambitious sales targets, and OpenAI’s 12 days of product announcements and enhancements.Show Notes with links:Subaru dominated Consumer Reports’ 2025 Brand Report Card and reliability rankings, while domestic automakers struggle to keep pace in safety, performance, and reliability metrics.Subaru had a...

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7:09

GM Takes $5B Hit in China, $2M Treasure Hunt

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2024/12/05

Shoot us a Text.This Thursday morning, we’re covering GM having over $5B in non-cash charges with its China operations and how a crypto millionaire is launching a unique $2M treasure hunt.Show Notes with links:General Motors announced over $5 billion in non-cash charges tied to its struggling operations in China, reflecting the immense challenges foreign automakers face in the world’s largest auto market.GM faces charges of $2.6-$2.9 billion for restructuring and $2.7 billion for reduced valu...

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14:03

Nissan Reassures Dealers, US Adding EV Chargers,...

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2024/12/04

Shoot us a Text.We’re coming to you live from Bozard Ford Lincoln as we’re finishing up our More Than Cars shoot. Today, we’re talking about how Nissan is trying to reassure its dealers that the sky isn’t falling, how the US added 12,000+ new EV chargers in Q3, and how Google’s Veo, a generative AI video model, beat OpenAI’s Sora to market.Show Notes with links:Nissan Motor Co. is under pressure as financial challenges force the automaker to cut jobs and slow production. Activist investors an...

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12:17

Jaguar Roars, GM Sells, and we are Filming More Than...

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2024/12/03

Shoot us a Text.Welcome Michael Wood to the show to talk about the Jaguar vision reveal and it seems GM is backing off its battery building game. We are on the ground in St Augustine filming More Than Cars season 2 so follow us along on social media to see what we get into today. Show Notes with links:Jaguar's latest concept car, the Type 00, was unveiled at Miami Art Week, showcasing a radical design departure for the iconic brand. The design cues will inform Jaguar's electric grand tou...

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13:17

Tavares Dips, BYD Made Your Christmas iPad, Hyundai...

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2024/12/02

Shoot us a Text.Welcome to December as we talk about controversial Stellantis CEO, Carlos Tavares’ abrupt ending. We also talk about a huge partnership between BYD and Apple, as well as Hyundai’s venture into performance. Show Notes with links:Carlos Tavares has unexpectedly stepped down as Stellantis CEO following escalating tensions with the board over sales declines and stock performance. The leadership change highlights the automaker’s ongoing struggles in key markets like North Amer...

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9:55

Black Friday Tips and Tactics with Zac Kinch

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2024/11/29

Shoot us a Text.As we’re all still digesting the fun, excitement and food from yesterday, Black Friday kicks the holiday shopping season into full swing. Today, Zac Kinch, GM of Bob Rohrman Toyota in Lafayette, Indiana, co-hosts the show to share how he keeps his team engaged on holidays and how they’ve created unique marketing strategies to get customers in the door, starting with a $99 car deal.Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN...

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12:52

Presidential Buy/Sell Market, Huge Rivian Loan, Cheap...

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2024/11/27

Shoot us a Text.Warm up those appetites, folks. As we get ready to loosen our belts, the buy/sell market seems to be doing the same thing as the Trump era nears. We’re also talking about a gigantic but conditional loan from the government to Rivian, as well as cheaper turkeys for everyone this year. Show Notes with links:The 2024 presidential election outcome is expected to rejuvenate dealership buy-sell activity, as regulatory rollbacks and economic optimism provide a favorable environ...

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14:50

Porsche’s EV Struggles, CA’s Tax Credit Alternative,...

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2024/11/26

Shoot us a Text.2 days to turkey! Today we’re talking about how Porsche is realigning its EV goals and planning on more ICE and hybrids. Plus, California preps its own EV tax credit that won’t apply to Teslas, and air travel has its most complaints since the pandemic.Show Notes with links:Porsche is pivoting its strategy to address declining BEV sales, planning new combustion-engine models to align with regional demand, while managing challenges in China and profit pressures.Porsche’s BEV sal...

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10:47

Hyundai-Amazon Sales Coming In January, Betting on...

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2024/11/25

Shoot us a Text.We’re rooting for a great end to the month as we enter Thanksgiving week. Today, we’re talking about how Hyundai and Amazon’s online retail platform could enter its next phase in January, how Wall Street investors are still bullish on auto loans and how this week signals a new level of danger for drivers.Show Notes with links:Thank Dan Shine for having us on Fridays Daily Drive PodcastHyundai’s online retail platform with Amazon faced setbacks from the CDK cyberattack but is n...

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10:34

Cavender Auto Group Funds New Wing of a Ronald...

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2024/11/23

Shoot us a Text.Today ASOTU Head Writer joins Paul and Kyle to talk about how Cavender Auto Group employees gave both money and time to make sure 1000's of families will be taken care of in their biggest time of need. 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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15:18

Dale Pollak Moving On From Cox, F&I Gross Dips,...

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2024/11/22

Shoot us a Text.We’re closing out the week talking about how industry titan Dale Pollak will leave Cox Auto at the end of 2025. Plus, almost all of the public groups saw F&I gross profit dip in Q3 and apparently OpenAI is building its own web browser.Show Notes with links:Cox Automotive announced Dale Pollak, founder of vAuto and a pioneer in inventory management, will leave the company at the end of 2025 after nearly 50 years of shaping the industry.Pollak will spend 2024 transitioning k...

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15:06

EV Battery Prices To Plummet, Honda Double Range,...

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2024/11/21

Shoot us a Text.We’re back at our desks after some time on the road. Today we’re talking about Honda’s plans to double EV range while reducing cost and size, a new study that says price parity between EV and ICE could come as soon as 2026, and the response to an AI-altered Coca-Cola ad.Show Notes with links:Honda aims to double the driving range of its EVs by the late 2020s through the use of innovative all-solid-state batteries.Research head Keiji Otsu describes the initiative as a “game-cha...

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13:28

EV Rollback, jaGUar Copies Nothing, Flying ShakeShack

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2024/11/20

Shoot us a Text.Welcome to Wednesday as we talk about the likely EV regulation rollbacks on Trump’s Day One. We also talk about a Jaguar rebrand that’s unlike anything we’ve ever seen, as well Delta’s new initiative to serve ShakeShack on first class flights. Show Notes with links:Sean Duffy has been nominated to head the U.S. Department of Transportation by President-elect Trump, with a vision to lead America into a "golden age of travel." His nomination brings significant implications ...

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9:55

Supply vs Demand, BYD’s 10 Millionth Vehicle, Record...

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2024/11/19

Shoot us a Text.We’re live in Petersburg VA this morning as we’re shooting the next episode of More Than Cars. Today, we’re talking about the latest Cars Commerce Industry Insights and what it means for supply and demand, how BYD has produced its 10 millionth new energy vehicle, and how this Thanksgiving could be a record for travel.Show Notes with links:The October Cars Commerce Industry Insights Report reveals that new vehicle supply is way up, while demand has only seen a small increase.Ne...

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