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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
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The walls are closing in on Franchised Retail Auto Dealers as the industry is moving at break-neck velocity toward a new way of doing business. The convergence of economic and social volatility, new entrants like Tesla and Carvana, and the new rules of retail are putting Auto Dealers in a crucible that will either destroy them or refine them. Auto Collabs brings you deep into real-talk conversations with the brightest operators and innovators in the Retail Auto Industry who believe the Dealer network is the single greatest way to serve the transportation needs of communities across the country. The only way Retail Auto Dealers and Industry Partners will survive is by committing to innovate together, so let’s get started. Welcome to Auto Collabs.
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Forget the Zoom calls. We did it all live and in person. Join hosts Kyle Mountsier, Michael Cirillo, Paul J. Daly and more as we just hit the record button for some quick and very candid conversations with some of the most amazing guests at ASOTU CON. You'll hear from the best operators, amazing stories from inside and outside of auto, and gain new perspectives. All of it is live. All of it is unfiltered, and all of it is for you. These are the ASOTU CON Sessions by SpaceAuto // ASOTU CON Sessions is produced by Automotive State of the Union (ASOTU)
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In this dynamic and impromptu podcast, the ASOTU team brings you real-world, real-time interviews and intel with Dealers and Industry Leaders across the U.S. Meet the Automotive movers and shakers you’ve seen on the screen and some you’ve never heard of before as we have candid conversations, without any script or topic. ASOTU Unscripted was recorded live at ASOTU CON 2025, hosted by Erroll Bomar III, and is produced by Automotive State of the Union (ASOTU.
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The emergence of electrification and new technology has consumers leaning into the car business with a level of curiosity and enthusiasm we haven’t seen in decades. That’s why it is essential that top automotive executives, dealers, and industry partners collaborate like never before. It’s time to make the most innovative voices in retail automotive, louder.
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The ASOTU Wheelhouse - Hosted By Daniel Govaer is an Around-The-Horn style discussion around the issues facing the automotive retail industry. Part fun, part sarcasm and a whole lot of expert opinions.
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The Dealer Playbook features expert interviews, tactical advice, and relevant insights that will skyrocket your growth in retail automotive.
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Live from the 2025 NADA Show in New Orleans, LA, the team at ASOTU | More Than Cars is heading from booth to booth, bringing you the conversations that matter. Whether its new innovations in tech, how auto dealers are strategizing, tips for hiring and retention, we'll uncover them in these quick episodes hosted by Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier. More Than Cars is a media network trusted by thousands of retail auto dealers and industry partners who believe that thriving people are at the center of a thriving and profitable industry.
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Serving a community near Fort Cavazos, Cleo Bay Subaru of Killeen fully understands the importance of supporting our men and women in uniform. 🎖️
We give August a kiss goodbye as we set our sights on a super September. Today we’re talking about a new law favorable to home delivery, charging companies in a tight spot, as well as a new EV credit in Colorado.
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Have you ever wondered what hospitality, construction, and car sales have in common?
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Just imagine having a dream so powerful that you'd risk everything, even mortgage your home and live on a shoestring budget to make it a reality.
The shot clock is winding down on August as we talk about GM’s integration of Google AI. We also talk about Tesla’s charging diner concept, as well as Air B&B’s big shift from performance to brand marketing.
It’s Tuesday time, and we’re talking about the industry’s EV ongoings from Tesla’s court dates, one Dealer’s EV Bootcamp, and a little good natured ribbing from one automaker to another.
We aren’t economists, but we do know what dealers can do to be successful.
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Picture this: you're sipping a cup of coffee, flavored by a unique machine, while listening to engaging tunes.
We’re doing a burnout into the last last of August as we approach the end of Summer 2023. Today we’ll give you a lightning strike update on the UAW. We also talk about the rise of hybrids, the first sighting of a Supercharger with a screen, as well as an unusual brand collab.
Today we have our writers Chris and Kristi on the show to talk about a promise made by a now-dealer to serve others in the way he was served.
We’re kicking off the one week countdown to the end of August as the one and only Glenn Lundy joins the show to talk about the potential effect of a strike on auto parts manufacturers. We also talk about a very unique problem with some F150s as well as asking the question, ‘When is it too early for pumpkin spice?’
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Ever imagined buying a car 100% online?
It’s a great Thursday to be on a car lot as we talk about Kia’s plan for a send-off of the Rio. We also talk about EV’s effects on road conditions, as well as consumer preferences when it comes to product placement.
Welcome to Wednesday as we shift gears into the last week of the month. Today, we’re talking about Vinfast’s continued market climb, the impact of EVs on new car affordability and how malls are back.
Will people need dealers in the future? Can’t they just do the whole process online? In this rowdy episode of the Wheelhouse, host Daniel Govaer and the ASOTU Wheelhouse crew tackle this topic, but before we get there, we’ve got rumors and stolen ideas.
Tuesday is coming in hot as we talk about the very present reality of used car leasing. We also talk about the last remaining sub-$20k vehicle as well as the end of a Netflix customer experience that paved the way for streaming as we know it.
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Could you ever imagine making a daily commute from the Poconos to New Jersey just to pursue a career in the automotive industry? That's the story of Felicia Rey
Today we’re welcoming Kyle back from a well deserved family vacation as we talk about GM’s labor moves in the name of ‘simplicity’. We also cover the very first electric Lambo, as well as the massive brand power behind one man.
Today we have our writers Chris and Kristi on the show to talk about what other retail industry steps up like Auto in the face of a disaster.
We’ve got that Friday feeling as we skid into the weekend talking about VinFast’s dealership thinking, a new Canadian battery plant, and the Twitter founder says goodbye to Instagram.
It’s a perfect Thursday to love people more than cars as we have the CEO of the CMA group, Liza Borches as our guest host to talk about the new consumer data about EV adoption sentiment. We also talk about Texas’ landmark charging requirement, as well as one Service Advisor who made the Auto News 40 Under 40 list.
Welcome to Wednesday as Steve Greenfield joins Paul on the show again. Today they’re talking about VinFasts debut on Nasdaq, Warren Buffet divesting from GM big time, and Jim Farley’s revelations from his recent charging road trip.
Interpreting the data can be hard, but the Wheelhouse is here to help.
Tuesday is already moving as we talk about the President’s comments about the ongoing contract negotiations between the UAW and Big 3. We also talk about Ford’s new executive from Apple and his perspective on putting subscription ready hardware in every vehicle.
We’re power sliding into Monday as we talk about some record auto loan dept numbers. We also contrast that against the ongoing labor contract discussions. And did you know Rivian’s are burning through rubber at an alarming rate?