The Automotive Troublemaker w/ Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier
The Automotive Troublemaker w/ Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier is a regular weekday show where progressive Automotive Dealers and industry partners aren’t afraid to make some trouble by pushing back on many popular, but failing, beliefs that persist in the Retail Automotive Industry. Beliefs that are degrading both the customer experience and the future of retail Auto Dealers. Paul and Kyle give their fresh take on industry news, technology, culture, and retail while trying not to have too much fun. // The Automotive Troublemaker is produced by Automotive State of the Union (ASOTU). Learn more at https://www.asotu.com
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Used Car Supply Stable, GM Supercharger Access, Home Improvement Recovery
It’s Friday again, and it feels like the first time in forever that we’re back in our normal seats. Today, we’re covering Cars Commerce’s latest Industry Insights Report, GM finally getting Supercharger access for its EVs and how home improveme...
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Finally An Interest Rate Cut, Ford Karaoke, AI Goes Hollywood
Finally An Interest Rate Cut, Ford Karaoke, AI Goes HollywoodDescription:Dealers across the country breathed a sigh of relief this morning at news of the Fed’s interest rate cut. We’ll be talking about ...
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Ram REVs Up EV Trucks, Tesla APR Incentives, Home Depot Overcharging Lawsuit
Happy hump day! Today, we’re covering how Ram is set to enter the EV truck fray, how Tesla is prepping to move inventory with a new round of incentives and how Home Depot allegedly changed prices on consumers between the aisle and the regist...
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VW Shifts Loans To Wells Fargo, Sticker Shock is Real, Auto Debt Surpasses Student Debt
We’re brimming with energy on this Tuesday morning, as we discuss VW’s decision to originate its US auto loans through Wells Fargo. Plus we talk about the growing gap between car buying expectations and car buying reality and how auto debt just...
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12:05
Volvo Ditches Subscription, Waymo Expansion Plans, Shopify Roblox Integration
It’s a brand new week and we’re heading to Will Guidara’s Welcome Conference in NYC. Before we get there, we need to talk about how Volvo is giving up on car subscriptions, more places you can take an autonomous rideshare, and more ways to buy ...
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Dealers Honoring Our First Responders On a Special Day
Today, Nathan, Chris and Jordan take over the show to talk about how a Cumming, Georgia dealership honored their first responders on 9/11 by feeding them lunch and giving the community an opportunity to get involved!
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11:44
Buy/Sell Market Setting Records, Ford Pro Architect Retires, Discretionary Spending On The Rise
Is it already the end of another week? We’re looking back this morning as we look at buy/sell activity from the first half of the year, reflect on the legacy of Ford Pro CEO Ted Cannis, and dig into how discretionary spending is on the rise.
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GM + Hyundai = Team Up, Stellantis + Dealers = Squabble, Consumers Accepting Cookies
As we’ve passed the halfway point of the week, we’ve got Michael Cirillo in the studio to discuss GM and Hyundai’s new partnership, how Stellantis and its dealers are in a little bit of a tiff, and a new study that says consumers know exactly w...
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Ally Faces Credit Crunch, GM Employees On The EV Train, The EV Slowdown Myth
Today, we pause and reflect on the events of 9/11/2001. No crisis can win.It’s Wednesday and DG is back for round two. We’re talking about how Ally Financial is dealing with consumer credit challenges, how GM is drawing a line...
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16:51
Rivian Referrals, Toyota’s Long Range Battery Plans, iPhone Intelligence
As we turn into Tuesday, we’ve got guest host Daniel Govaer with us in the studio! Today we’re looking at Rivian’s referral program, what the future holds for Toyota’s battery production and recap everything from Apple’s iPhone announcement eve...
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Polestar CEO Pushes for Software, Tesla Patents Wireless EV Charging, Autonomous AI Is Coming For Your Job
It’s a great Monday as we launch into the week with guest host Ben Hadley. Today we’re talking about software-defined vehicles and how Polestar is leaning in, Tesla’s recent patents for wireless home EV charging and autonomous AI bots that are ...
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Car Shows creating Community
Today on the show, Kyle, Chris, and Jordan talk about how cars shows create community and then featuring Walser's recent
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Dealers Pessimistic Outlook, Japan’s EV Battery Push, The OG Mustang
We’re almost through the week, and we’ve got Steve Greenfield back with us today to help us understand why dealers are feeling a little pessimistic about Q3. Plus we’ll discuss how Japan is investing heavily in EV battery production and have a ...
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14:27
VW vs The Union, Dealership Cybersecurity Survey, Tesla Crime Cameras
Happy Thursday! Today, we’re joined by the one and only Steve Greenfield, as we discuss VWs plans to close plants in Germany and its showdown with the union, how dealers should be improving their cybersecurity, and why Oakland police are towing...
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13:08
Sales Climb In August, Qualcomm Leads the Chip Pack, Canva Gets Pricey
Wednesday’s here! We’ve got Michael Cirillo joining the show to talk about the first look at August sales numbers, what’s happening on the chipmaker front in automotive and whether Canva’s new price strategy will backfire.Show...
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17:07
Rigged Robotaxi?, EV Buses Charging The Grid, “Open To Work” Insights
It’s Tuesday, Kyle’s back, and we’re ready to hit the ground running after the Labor Day holiday. Today we’re talking about data that suggests Tesla might rig its robotaxi debut, how the Oakland School District went EV with its buses and ask wh...
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12:42
Labor Day Special - Rescuing Chrysler, Dodging Parking Scams
It’s Labor Day and dealers all over will be out in force selling and servicing cars today. We’ve got our own Labor Day special, talking about a bold plan to reinvigorate the Chrysler and Dodge brands and how to watch out for QR codes scams....
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10:22
We Won An Award! (And Other Philosophical and Theological Musings)
It's a Saturday close to the month of August, and we've got some fun vibes this morning as Head Writer Chris Reeves and Head of Community Jordan Cox join Paul on the show.Last week at the NAMAD Annual Meeting, we won the Women of Color ...
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11:28
Carvana Megasite, New Blue Sky Outlook, Dealership Sting Operation
It’s the fifth Friday of the month heading into a holiday weekend, and we are covering how Carvana is launching a megasite, the latest on dealership buy/sell trends from Haig Partners, and a dealership delivery that ended in an arrest.
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16:33
Tesla Fights Tariffs, Gen Z Drives More, Most Disappointing National Park
It’s a great Thursday to be in the retail auto industry and we’ve got the one and only Ben Hadley on the show today. We’re covering how Tesla is pushing back against Canadian tariffs, how Gen Z and Millennials are driving more than previous gen...
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14:36
Hyundai Hybrid, Most Reliable Used Cars, Autotrader Dog ASMR
Happy Hump Day! On this Wednesday, we’ve got guest host Erikka Tiffani Wells in the studio, talking about Hyundai pressing in on hybrids, the most reliable used car brands, and how Autotrader is helping dog owners with their travel.<...
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16:13
CDK Data Safe!, The Future of Mobility, GPT High School
There’s 5 days left in the month as we welcome guest host Steve Greenfield back to the show. Today, we’re covering the CDK cyberattack for hopefully the last time, Steve’s new book on mobility and a unique high school that is replacing teachers...
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14:35
Holman is 100, Toyota Doubles Down, and Loyal Gen Z
Let’s kick off the last week of the month with guest host Daniel Govaer as we celebrate Holman’s century of automotive excellence, explore Toyota’s bold hybrid-only strategy as EV demand shifts, and dive into surprising brand loyalty trends amo...
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15:45
This JLR Store Creates Opportunities for Growth
Today, Chris Reeves and Jordan Cox talk about Jack Pearson and his team from Jaguar Land Rover South Shore in Indiana.Jordan spe...
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10:45
ASOTU Stranded, Trade Convos in Service, Rate Cut, and Pumpkin Spice
It’s a great Friday to be in the car business as the ASOTU crew braves the trip home from a week of being on the ground with Dealers, OEMS, and Industry Partners at two separate events. Today we’re talking about some service lane trade data, a ...
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