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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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14:22

Selling Cars During Hurricanes, Auction EV Surprise,...

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2024/07/17

Shoot us a Text.Welcome to Wednesday! Paul’s in Moscow (not Russia), Kyle’s in Nashville as we talk about coastal dealers’ facing skyrocketing insurance premiums. We also talk about EV’s topping the Manheim auction charts, as well as humanoid robots spotted at a BMW plant…working.Show Notes with linksCoastal automotive dealers are facing skyrocketing insurance costs which have nearly doubled due to higher frequency and severity of storms, with wind coverage charges tripling in some areas from...

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11:58

CDK Hack Costs Dealers $1B, GM To Miss EV Target,...

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2024/07/16

Shoot us a Text.It’s Tuesday. That is all. Today, we’re talking about a new report that shows the CDK hack resulted in $1B in losses, how GM is pulling back from its EV target and what other retailers are doing to take advantage of Amazon Prime DayShow Notes with linksDealerships across the nation are reeling after a devastating cyberattack on CDK Global resulted in $1.02 billion in losses, as reported by the Anderson Economic Group (AEG).Between June 19 and July 15, dealerships lost 56,200 n...

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9:46

Which Is Cheaper To Own, EV or ICE?, Inflation Down,...

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2024/07/15

Shoot us a Text.It’s a new week and we’re in a new(ish) location, coming to you live from the 3rd Annual Beaver Toyota of Cumming Charity Golf Tournament. We’re covering a surprising JD Power study that shows that EVs are cheaper to own than ICE vehicles, how the auto industry is influencing inflation, and Tesla “unlocking” extra range for $1000+.Show Notes with linksWhile the high upfront cost of EVs deters many buyers, a J.D. Power analysis reveals that EVs are cheaper to own than gasoline-...

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13:10

Handling 'Creative' Ideas From Your Team Effectively...

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2024/07/13

Shoot us a Text.Today we have ASOTU writers Chris Reeves and Kristi Canada in the studio to dissect this LinkedIn post from the CMO of the West Herr Auto Group, Matt Lasher. Matt has one of the most creative and savvy marketing departments in the country. That means there is no shortage of ideas. Matt outlined how to get keep some level of order while the best ideas to the top and building a culture that isn't afraid to share them. Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily ...

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14:32

CDK To Pay Dealers, Kia Over Hyundai, A 5-Min EV Charge

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2024/07/12

Shoot us a Text.We’ve reached the end of another week in the automotive industry. There’s a buzz around news that CDK will financially compensate dealers for their losses due to DMS outages, more interesting Q2 data involving Kia’s EVs and a new battery that could help drive EV adoption.In a letter to over 15,000 dealerships, CDK Global CEO Brian MacDonald committed to compensating customers for financial losses caused by the June cyberattacks, saying "We recognize the events have been challe...

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13:18

Tesla Under 50% Market Share, 3 Row Pickups, AI...

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2024/07/11

Shoot us a Text.It’s another great day in the auto industry, and we’re digging into the news that Tesla’s EV market share has fallen below 50%. Plus, pickups are considering adding a 3rd row of seating, and AI is helping job applicants (and potentially BDCs in the future) ace their interviews.Show Notes with linksTesla's dominance in the U.S. EV market might be slipping, dropping below 50 percent as competitors gain ground, even as overall EV sales continue to rise.Cox Automotive’s Q2 report ...

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14:38

22 Months of Wholesale Declines, Carvana Tax Credits,...

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2024/07/10

Shoot us a Text.We’re rolling through the middle of the week as we cover Cox Automotive’s June wholesale price data and its warnings about lease maturities. Plus, Carvana is now offering used EV tax credits at checkout and Google is making it easier to have advanced account protection.Show Notes with linksUsed-vehicle wholesale prices experienced a decline in June, continuing a downward trend observed over the past 22 months, according to Cox Automotive.Non-adjusted prices decreased 2.2% from...

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16:48

Beryl Disrupts Dealers, Personalized Pricing Woes,...

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2024/07/09

Shoot us a Text.Tuesdays are for troublemakers! Today we zoom out to see the effects of Hurricane Beryl on the auto industry, talk about personalized pricing and how Target will stop accepting paper checks.Show Notes with linksHurricane Beryl's arrival as a Category 1 storm brought severe weather to southeast Texas on July 8, affecting car dealerships in the Houston area.Beryl caused temporary closures for seven CarMax stores and one vehicle auction location as a CarMax spokesperson stated "W...

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13:12

40 Under 40, Big Buzz Around Big EV Players, New Gen...

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2024/07/08

Shoot us a Text.We hope you’re as ready for this week as we are as we say ‘hello’ to the new Automotive News 40 Under 40 honorees. We also talk about the buzz over Tesla, Rivian, and Polestar and also the new Gen Z social media app. (We knew you wanted one more) Show Notes with links:It’s that time of year again as we get our first look at the Automotive News’ 13th annual 40 Under 40 class, showcasing the industry's brightest and most dedicated leaders. This year's honorees include...

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11:33

He Didn't Fit In Sales or Servce... But They Found A...

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2024/07/06

Shoot us a Text.Happy Saturday! Today, Head Writer Chris Reeves invites Head of Community Jordan Cox onto the show, so he can share about his recent trip to Rohrman Toyota.Jordan shares about some of the creative marketing campaigns they've done, plus how their GM Zac Kinch works to make sure everyone on the team is in the best seat.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/compan...

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10:22

Prices Up, Prices Down, Prices WAY Down

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2024/07/05

Shoot us a Text.You may be getting a multitude of OOO messages, but not from us! Today we’re talking about declining vehicle prices consumers aren’t seeing. We also talk about a sub $20/mo EV lease, as well as Fisker’s clearance rack. Show Notes with linksThe average price paid for new vehicles is set to drop for the first time since 2008, falling 3% year-over-year to about $45,000 in June, but rising interest rates are keeping monthly payments high.Monthly car payments have reached a re...

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10:51

BBQ Price Spike, Drone Explosion, Who’s On The Road

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2024/07/04

Shoot us a Text.Happy Independence Day! We’re giving you a quick hit of BBQ prices, drones v fireworks, and some substantial travel numbers. Grab some mac salad and join us. It will be an expensive Fourth of July for most consumers as BBQ prices hit an all-time high. As BBQ essentials have significantly increased in price, up 5% from last year and 30% from five years ago.The survey checked prices for a complete cookout including cheeseburgers, chicken breasts, pork chops, and more. Feedi...

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11:45

Is This The End Or Beginning, Hybrid Loyalty...

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2024/07/03

Shoot us a Text.Welcome to Wednesday as we cover the full restoration of CDKs DMS. We also talk about the big surge in hybrid loyalty, as well as a major insurance ultimatum set by State Farm to the State of California. Show Notes with links"We are ahead of the anticipated schedule, and as of this morning, substantially all dealer connections are live on the Dealer Management System," are words we’re sure that felt great for CDK to say and for Dealers to hear as the company announced sig...

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11:49

48 Hours To Full CDK, EV Prices Below Tesla,...

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2024/07/02

Shoot us a Text.The second half of 2024 is rolling and we’re talking about CDK’s race to fully restore services in teh next 48 hours. We’re also covering the drop in average EV prices below Tesla's for the first time in over a year as well as how our friends at Mohawk Chevrolet's "The Office"-inspired TikToks are taking the internet by storm.CDK Global expects its DMS to be fully restored by July 4 following cyberattacks that disrupted operations starting on July 19th for thousands of dealers...

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11:47

Farley’s Ode To EVs, Sub-$25K Jeep EV, Bugatti Robotaxi

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2024/07/01

Shoot us a Text.Welcome to a new month and a new quarter! Today we’re covering Jim Farley’s conversion from “petrol head” to EV enthusiast, Jeep’s plans to bring a sub-$25K EV to the US market and a new robotaxi from the CEO of Bugatti.Show Notes with links:Ford CEO Jim Farley has posted his argument for EVs on LinkedIn, discussing the potential and challenges of EVs, while emphasizing his personal experience and Ford's commitment to innovation.Farley describes his deep-rooted love for tradit...

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9:48

Dealers Giving Away Smiles (But Not The Way You're...

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2024/06/29

Shoot us a Text.It's the last Saturday of month! Head Writer Chris Reeves joins the show to talk about how Beaver Toyota of Cumming covered someone's dental costs as a part of the Fish Christmas Wish List.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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13:13

Big Group Back Up, Tesla’s Quality Fade, Consumer...

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2024/06/28

Shoot us a Text.We’re ripping into the last weekend in Q2 as we talk about more CDK stores coming back online. We also cover Tesla’s slipping quality ranking from JD Power, as well as the consistent overall drop in consumer experience. Show Notes with links:CDK Global is gradually restoring dealerships and a public retailer after the recent cyberattacks, with Group 1 now back online.CDK Global brought a second small set of dealer customers back online on June 27, including one large publ...

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11:46

CDK Back Online, Waymo For All, Netflix Mall

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2024/06/27

Shoot us a Text.Thursday seems ready to run as we talk about CDK coming back on-line yesterday for a test group of dealers. We also talk about Waymo’s green light in San Francisco as well as a major Netflix experience coming to a mall near you. Eight days after two cyberattacks severely disrupted its dealership management system, CDK Global has made progress by successfully testing a system reboot with a small group of dealers.In an afternoon statement to Automotive News, the company sai...

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16:17

Rivian Loves V-Dubs, Outage Latest, Target’s New AI

Automotive State of The Union ·

2024/06/26

Shoot us a Text.Welcome to Wednesday as we talk about Volkswagen's significant investment in Rivian, the latest on the DMS Outage as well as how Target plans to empower its retail associates with a new GenAI-powered chatbot tool.As thousands of Dealers on the CDK platform are about to enter their second week of ongoing disruptions, the company has said there is no resolution expected before June 30. CEO Brian MacDonald defends the company's crisis response amid rising tensions and legal...

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16:28

Who Owns The Driving Data? - Tesla Cyber-recall - Gen...

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2024/06/25

Shoot us a Text.This Tuesday we dive into a new survey showing that over 95% of American drivers want to own their vehicle data. We also discuss Tesla's latest Cybertruck recalls over wiper and trim issues, as well as the (maybe not-so-) surprising approach of Gen Z to find the truth online.Show Notes with links:A recent survey reveals that over 95% of American drivers want to own the data generated by their vehicles, posing significant challenges for automakers, insurance companies, and data...

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