Automotive State of The Union

Shoot us a Text. Today we welcome special guest host Todd Caputo to talk about the resilience of physical standalone used car models as well as some big price adjustments from Ford on their Mach E Show Notes with links: It's appropriate that our Charlo...

Shoot us a Text. We’re rolling into Tuesday as guest host Steve Greenfield joins Paul to discuss relaxing government requirements on EVs. We also dig a little more into the broader EV numbers, as well as the potential end of the free shipping era. Show...

Shoot us a Text. It's President's Day and the Auto Industry is feeling patriotic as we discuss the rocky start for EV tax credit transfers, Mercedes-Benz's strategy navigating luxury and mainstream markets, and the harsh truths about plastic recycling....

Shoot us a Text. As is our Saturday tradition, writers Chris Reeves and Kristi Canada join the show to talk about the shinier things in the auto industry, the people! Today, we're highlighting the Ciocca family of dealerships again, who partnered with ...

Shoot us a Text. We’re screaming toward the end of another great week in auto as we talk about a great new insights report from our friends at CARS Commerce. We also talk about Jim Farley’s rather direct comments about Ford, as well as an ASOTU CON Spe...

Shoot us a Text. It’s Thursday and we’re talking about Ford’s comments on BYD’s strategic move to North America. We also cover the IRS’ issuance of advanced tax credits as well as Apple fans returning their VisionPro headsets. China's electric vehicle ...

Shoot us a Text. Welcome to Wednesday as we talk about what GM talked about in their private NADA meeting. We also spill the details on the world's largest Supercharger station, as well as a new retail experience from iconic Radio Flyer. Show Notes wit...

Shoot us a Text. We’re rolling into Tuesday talking about some impressive ad results for some automakers after the big game. We’re also talking about JD Power’s latest report showing a dip in quality as well as Fisker’s specific quality challenges. The...

Shoot us a Text. It’s Monday and now that the Superbowl is over, we can get back to the real game! Today we are talking about more shifting dynamics in both the new and used EV segments. We also talk about a rather fiery incident involving a Waymo vehi...

Shoot us a Text. It's the first Saturday after the 2024 NADA Show and we're catching up with writers Chris Reeves and Kristi Canada about post-NADA self care. A huge congrats from ASOTU to Rita Case on winning the Time Dealer of the Year Award! She tru...

Shoot us a Text. It’s a fun Friday as Paul and Kyle react to Super Bowl car commercials. We also talk about Toyota’s record stock price, as well as a CEO survey reflecting a modest return to optimism. Show Notes with links: Toyota set a new benchmark i...

Shoot us a Text. It’s just a few days to the big game but the plays are already being called as Ford discusses its profits and strategies to keep them where they are. We also talk about potential layoffs at Tesla, as well as a $2M bet with customers fr...

Shoot us a Text. Welcome to Wednesday as we give the inside scoop on OEM meetings at NADA. We also talk about EV drivers willing to jump brands for better connectivity as well as Southwest making seats thinner to pack in more passengers. NADA's Top 5 M...

Shoot us a Text. The ASOTU Crew is back in the saddle after an inspiring week at NADA. Today we’re talking about the variety of recalls across multiple manufacturers. We’re also covering Hertz’s parting of ways with Polestar, as well as an impressive a...

Shoot us a Text. We tracked down Yossi J Levi, the face behind the viral Car Dealership Guy brand. If you want to read more about where Car Dealership Guy came from, check out our deep dive. https://lnkd.in/gheXbUNR Saturday’s coverage of the 2024 Nati...

Shoot us a Text. We're kicking off the Expo Hall Opening Ceremony at the 2024 NADA Show! We are joined by Greg Uland, VP of Marketing for The Reynolds and Reynolds Company, Ed Roberts, and some other special guests. Friday's coverage of the 2024 Nation...

Shoot us a Text. All the anticipation. All the preparation. We are finally here at NADA Show opening day. Team ASOTU will be rolling in full force. Join us at the NADA Live Stage at 3:15p for a presentation about the More Than Cars docuseries. Today we...

Shoot us a Text. It’s wheels up to NADA Wednesday! Today, we’re covering GM reintroducing PHEVs to its US lineup, how Elon’s $55B Tesla pay plan could be in danger and if Amazon Prime Video ads will bring about the shoppable TV. General Motors is rethi...

Shoot us a Text. Things are looking up this Tuesday as GM and Toyota are doing the Q4 reporting dance. We also talk about a VERY long standing partnership that is going electric, as well as an attentive hiring strategy from a company that has a delicio...

Shoot us a Text. Welcome to a big week for the Auto Industry as we head into the NADA Show. But first we’re talking about the new Super Bowl outlook for the industry, a new ad platform on the market, as well as a growing, positive consumer sentiment ab...

Shoot us a Text. Writer Chris Reeves joins the show to talk about our plans at the 2024 NADA Show and what we're most excited about. Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dot...

Shoot us a Text. We’ve got that Friday feeling as we take on the morning news in Retail Auto together. The big conversation this week has been around the closure and subsequent layoffs at online vehicle retailer Vroom, they aren’t the only company show...

Shoot us a Text. It’s Thursday and there is a lot more than cars to talk about…but cars too. We break down Teslas earnings report as a key indicator of the EV market. We also welcome a next gen Kentucky Dealer, as well as a much deserved delay of game ...

Shoot us a Text. Welcome to Wednesday as we talk about welcoming our new Vroomates into the fold. We also cover a new BlackBook integration of EVs as well as Tesla’s plans for a low cost EV and Apples downgraded plans for its high cost EV. Check out ou...

Shoot us a Text. Here is our response to the announcement that Vroom was ceasing operations: Dear Vroom Employees Post It’s Tuesday and there is a lot to discuss as Vroom announced the halt of used vehicle sales just as Cox released a new study on the ...