
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 • 1005 episodes
Automotive State of The Union
Latest Episodes
Top 150 Dealer Groups, Toyota’s Hybrid Demand, Job Market Uncertain For Grads
Episode #1005: The biggest dealership groups continue their march toward market dominance while Toyota’s hybrid boom is pushing suppliers to the limit. Meanwhile, Gen Z graduates face a tough reality as government hiring freezes throw career pl...
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Elking Auto Group Gives Smiles and Keys
Episode 1004: After we discuss the new name of this show (Automotive State of the Union), Paul and Kyle jump into a story Chris Reeves about the Elking Auto Group seeing a homeless mother and daughter in need and stepping up to help.
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Tariff Reactions, Tax Deduction for Auto Loan Interest?, Fisker’s Second Life
Episode #1003: Dealers and analysts react to President Trump’s tariff order, as the administration considers a tax deduction for auto loan interest paid. Plus, Fisker Oceans have found new life as a rideshare fleet in NYC.Show...
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Trump Tariffs Loom Again, Hyundai Opens in GA, OpenAI Upgrades Image Gen
Episode #1002: Today's show dives into Trump’s game-changing 25% auto tariff and what it means for car prices, Hyundai’s massive new EV plant in Georgia and OpenAI’s latest AI breakthrough in image and text generation.Show Not...
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Nissan’s Big US Bet, More Chargers Than Gas Pumps, AI In the Drive Thru
Episode #1001: Nissan reveals a bold new roadmap, slashing vehicle development times and expanding its EV lineup. Meanwhile, California now boasts more EV chargers than gas nozzles and AI is taking orders at drive-thrus—will customers embrace t...
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