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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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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...

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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,...

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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

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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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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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