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Automotive News Daily Drive

Automotive News

Daily Drive is a daily podcast series hosted by Automotive News Executive Editor Jamie Butters and Kellen Walker. We speak with industry experts, insiders and Automotive News reporters about events and trends impacting and reshaping the automotive industry.Automotive News is the leading source of news, data and understanding for the auto industry"s decision-makers. Learn more at autonews.com.

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6:24

Bonus Episode: Tekion CEO Jay Vijayan on...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/22

In the second half of his interview with Automotive News Retail Tech Reporter Mark Hollmer, Tekion CEO Jay Vijayan discusses the company’s path to profitability in 2026, why Tekion isn’t rushing to go public and how the company delivered 3,000 new features last year while building artificial intelligence tools with transparent return-on-investment dashboards for dealers.

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31:59

Feb. 21, 2026 | Weekend Drive: Will auto companies...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/21

Automotive News’ Larry P. Vellequette and Automotive News Canada’s Greg Layson discuss the U.S. Supreme Court ruling striking down many of Trump’s tariffs, steep price increases on Canadian and Japanese vehicles, VW workers ratifying their first UAW contract, and the looming threat of humanoid robots to auto manufacturing jobs.

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22:47

Feb. 20, 2026 | SCOTUS strikes down Trump tariffs;...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/20

Automotive News reporter John Irwin discusses the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down many Trump tariffs as unconstitutional, and what happens next for the billions paid by the auto industry. Volkswagen workers in Chattanooga ratify their first UAW contract in a landslide. Plus, a look at why the IRS is excluding negative equity from the new auto loan interest deduction and whether that could change.

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22:05

Feb. 19, 2026 | Tekion CEO Jay Vijayan on AI...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/19

Tekion CEO Jay Vijayan discusses the company’s growth to 3,000 rooftops and why he says artificial intelligence security is becoming more critical than ever. Auto executives report more job security anxiety than any other industry as disruption reaches record levels. Plus, General Motors bets leaner inventories will help it weather the next downturn.

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18:18

Feb. 18, 2026 | Reynolds & Reynolds CEO Chris Walsh;...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/18

Chris Walsh, president and acting CEO of Reynolds and Reynolds, discusses the company’s record year at NADA and how artificial intelligence is evolving. General manager invests in Oshawa upgrades while cutting capacity. Plus, Automotive News’ Laurence Iliff explains why automakers have an edge when it comes to manufacturing humanoid robots.

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15:17

Feb. 17, 2026 | Jesse Jackson's auto legacy;...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/17

A look at civil rights leader Jesse Jackson’s impact on the auto industry, his advocacy for minority-owned dealerships and suppliers, and his push to preserve Detroit jobs during the financial crisis. Ford CEO Jim Farley reportedly discussed U.S.-China carmaking joint ventures with Trump officials. Plus, Maria Anhalt, CEO of Elektrobit, discusses how software-defined vehicles will change ownership cycles.

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5:34

Feb. 15, 2026 | Bonus Episode: MichAuto’s Glenn...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/15

MichAuto Executive Director Glenn Stevens discusses the real-world impact of President Donald Trump’s threat to delay the Gordie Howe Bridge and what it means for cross-border investments.

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25:05

Feb. 14, 2026 | Weekend Drive: Gordie Howe Bridge...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/14

Automotive News’ Michael Martinez and Larry P. Vellequette discuss President Donald Trump’s threat to block the Gordie Howe Bridge opening and what it reveals about trade policy. Plus, Larry takes us inside Joby Aviation’s flight simulator and explains how Toyota is helping the air taxi startup prepare for commercial operations.

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20:08

Feb. 13, 2026 | Trump EPA tosses emissions rules; How...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/13

Automotive News reporter Molly Boigon talks about what the Trump EPA’s repeal of the basis for all federal emissions rules means for the industry and what happens next. Electric vehicle registrations fall for the first time in a decade. Plus, Marianne Johnson, Cox Automotive chief product officer, and David Richardson, vice president of AgentCore at Amazon Web Services, discuss how agentic artificial intelligence is transforming dealership operations beyond basic automation.

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21:48

Feb. 12, 2026 | Windsor mayor reacts to Trump’s...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/12

Drew Dilkens, mayor of Windsor, Ontario, discusses President Donald Trump’s threat to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge. Nissan exits all seven factories targeted for closure and runs ahead of schedule on job cuts. Plus, Ford CEO Jim Farley is joining McDonald’s board of directors.

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20:00

Feb. 11, 2026 | CDK CEO Brian MacDonald interview;...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/11

CDK Global CEO Brian MacDonald discusses how the company is moving beyond basic artificial intelligence applications to deliver data-driven insights for dealers. Ford posts its worst quarterly loss since 2008, driven by EV write-downs and tariff costs. Plus, Honda names a new leader for its critical U.S. operations.

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15:17

Feb. 10, 2026 | Lance Woelfer on Honda's fresh lineup...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/10

Lance Woelfer, vice president of automobile sales for American Honda, discusses how the company plans to grow in a contracting market with its refreshed lineup and flexible EV Hub production. Plus, President Donald Trump threatens to block the opening of the critical Gordie Howe International Bridge between Windsor, Ont., and Detroit.

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18:04

Feb. 9, 2026 | Toyota Highlander goes electric;...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/09

The Toyota Highlander nameplate is going all-electric for 2027. While Kia is stepping back from plug-in hybrids, Nissan is doubling down on them. Plus, TrueCar founder Scott Painter talks about his return to the company and how he plans to turn it around.

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11:52

Feb. 8, 2026 | Bonus Episode: More from NASCAR Champ...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/08

In the second and final part of Automotive News’ interview with three-time NACSAR champion Joey Logano, he talks more about his ownership stake in with Huntersville Ford and whether he plans to be in the auto retail business for the long haul.

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21:18

Feb. 7, 2026 | Weekend Drive: NADA 2026 wrap-up; ...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/07

Automotive News’ Michael Martinez and Larry P. Vellequette discuss the week’s biggest stories from the NADA Show in Las Vegas, including China making waves at the show and J.D. Power’s forecast for dealer profits in 2026. Plus, the UAW and Volkswagen reach a tentative agreement in Chattanooga.

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21:01

February 6, 2026 | Cox Automotive's Steve Rowley on...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/06

Cox Automotive President Steve Rowley joins Daily Drive from the NADA Show 2026 to talk about how the AI revolution is transforming dealerships. Toyota CFO Kenta Kon will become CEO effective April 1, just three years after the last major leadership change. Plus, LG Energy Solution buys out Stellantis’ stake in NextStar.

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22:02

Feb. 5, 2026 | Meet Megan and Lauren: dealership AI...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/05

Automotive News Retail Tech Reporter Mark Hollmer talks about how dealerships are starting to use AI avatars in their customer service. The UAW and Volkswagen have reached a tentative agreement covering the Chattanooga plant nearly two years after workers voted to join the union. Plus, VW of America aims for a 10 percent sales increase amid tensions with dealers.

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22:03

Feb. 4, 2026 | NASCAR champ Joey Logano on Ford...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/04

Three-time NASCAR champion Joey Logano discusses his partnership with Huntersville Ford and why he’s getting into automotive retail. J.D. Power expects U.S. dealer profits to drop 12 percent this year to $25.4 billion. Plus, China is top-of-mind at the 2026 NADA Show in Las Vegas.

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21:51

Feb. 3, 2026 | Hyundai, Kia set January sales...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/03

Hyundai and Kia post record January sales driven by hybrids and crossovers. Consumer Reports crowns nine hybrids in its top 10 vehicle rankings. Plus, Chrysler Brand CEO Chris Feuell talks about the minivan comeback, the refreshed Pacifica and why Chrysler is pivoting away from going all-electric.

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23:18

Feb. 2, 2026 | Dealers worry about economy ahead of...

Automotive News Daily Drive ·

2026/02/02

Automotive News Retail Reporter Paige Hodder discusses the 2026 Dealer Outlook Survey and how dealers are navigating economic uncertainty heading into this week’s NADA Show in Las Vegas. Bosch pushes back profit targets after a painful 2025. Plus, Stellantis ends remote work flexibility with a return-to-office mandate.

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