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Automotive State of The Union
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 people-first thinking.
From the showroom to Silicon Valley.
From Wall Street to Main Street.
Paul and Kyle connect the dots, keep it real, and make it make sense.
Learn more at https://www.asotu.com
Podcasting since 2021 • 1089 episodes
Automotive State of The Union
Latest Episodes
EV Credit Countdown, Toyota Goes Flex, Prime Day Plus 4
Episode #1089: The federal EV tax credit countdown is officially on—and startups like Slate are feeling the pressure. Toyota’s new “K-flex” line is redefining manufacturing versatility in Georgetown, while Amazon kicks off a four-day Prime Day ...
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Musk Gets Political, China’s EV Bloodbath, Helicopter Goodbye
Episode #1088: We’re kicking off the week with Elon Musk mixing politics and business, a brutal forecast for China’s crowded EV market, and one unforgettable funeral send-off in Detroit.Show Notes with links:Elon M...
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FOOOORRRRRDDDD In The USA
Happy July 4th! Today, Chris Reeves joins Paul and Kyle to celebrating the most amazing industry in the most amazing country in the world.Here's some fun facts about this July 4th:72.2 million Americans are expecte...
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Q2 Sales Up (With an Asterix), Carfax Best Place To Work, Chuck E. Cheese Grows Up
Episode #1086: Today we unpack Q2’s early sales surge and late slip, celebrate CARFAX’s workplace wins, and wonder about Chuck E. Cheese’s nostalgic new venture for grown-ups.Show Notes with links:U.S.
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Senate Passes Budget, Hyundai Hot Streak, Cloudflare Block AI Scrapers
Episode #1085: Today we’re diving into a high-stakes Senate budget bill that could end EV credits early, Hyundai’s record-breaking U.S. sales run, and Cloudflare’s bold move to make AI bots pay to crawl. Show Notes with l...
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