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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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Collaboration through connection. Hosted by Paul J Daly, Kyle Mountsier, and Michael Cirillo, Auto Collabs is your connect point to the human side of the retail automotive industry: what motivates its leaders, how they navigate change, and what keeps them pushing forward. It’s beyond-the-business-card conversations with real people powering dealerships, technology platforms, and everything in between. From the team behind the More Than Cars movement, this podcast is built on one big belief: thriving people create thriving businesses. With candid conversations, industry insight, and just enough unfiltered banter to keep things interesting, Auto Collabs delivers authentic stories that inspire real collaboration.
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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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It’s a beautiful Friday in auto as we talk about a recent study showing the effects of high heat on EV range. We also talk about the recent consumer satisfaction reports regarding infotainment, as well as what we can learn from the ongoing writers and actors strike.
ASOTU was on the ground with Michael Himes at Two Rivers Ford.
ASOTU was on the ground with Tammy Jacobs at Two Rivers Ford.
It’s Thursday in the car business, and we’re feeling fine as we talk about Tesla’s somewhat surprising earnings call yesterday, as well as EV maker VinFast’s fortitude with their new plant. We also talk about some really unique AR glasses from Toyota.
ASOTU was on the ground with Frank, Shannon and Barry at Two Rivers Ford.
Welcome to Wednesday campers! Today we’re having a look-see at GM’s new CMO. We’re also tip-toeing around Carvana’s announcement yesterday afternoon, as well as asking if too much collaboration can be a bad thing.
ASOTU was on the ground with Carl Dassinger III at Two Rivers Ford.
It’s a great Tuesday to get some people on the road as we talk about Ford’s recent cuts to F150 Lighting prices. We also talk about GM selling all the cars they are making, as well as a new solution to solve 2 energy problems at once.
Welcome to a beautiful Monday in the car business! Today we’re talking about the VW CEO’s fiery message to his managers. We also cover the first Cybertruck built in Austin, as well as the AI implications on the rookie workforce.
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On this Saturday episode, we're talking with head writer Chris Reeves about the Smail Auto Group visiting an animal rescue and creating content for them!
We’ve got that Friday feeling! The one that gives you all the jitters before a big weekend! Today we are checking in on Lithia’s growth plans, Gen-Zers getting dropped off at the mall, and avocados getting some automated slicing and dicing.
You never know who you will stumble upon in the morning pod! Welcome Ben Hadley to the show! Today we break down the UAW negotiations, check out the top OEMs according to dealers, and have spasms over Amazon’s design theory.
Midweek kudos to you for rolling in early today! It's Wednesday and we are talking about the government right to repair acronyms, Rivian taking the ever inventive dealership route, and AI images staying in the game for the long haul.
Happy Tuesday, troublemakers! Today we’re covering Toyota’s ramp-up of hydrogen fuel cells, the trouble with EV supply and demand, and the surprising rise of Threads.
Good Monday morning! We are blessed by the voice of Michael Cirillo on the pod this week. Today we are following the continuing story of Tesla’s NACS chargers, celebrating the Automotive News 40 under 40 list, and checking in on an AI lawsuit by some famous authors.
On this Saturday episode, we learn about how Subaru of Utica made a donation of blankets to their local cancer center.
It’s Friday and we’re feeling the flow as we talk about the sales rebound that is rolling strong. We also discuss the IRA loophole that is changing the EV sales landscape, as well as a global first in autonomy going down in Las Vegas.
Thursdays are for taking care of one another. It’s true! Today we’re talking about the new car payment data that has everyone digging a little deeper. We also talk about a unique sale coming from a Chrysler Dealership, as well as the science behind music in the showroom.
It’s a Wednesday that feels like a Monday but not really as we shake off the 4th and head into the second half of the year with bells on! Today we talk about consumer challenges getting their cars fixed, the coming surplus of EV’s, as well as the biggest gas station on the planet that just opened in Tennessee.
It’s time to celebrate some very real freedom throughout the country and the Auto Industry as we debunk a few myths and get down to the real data about one of our favorite holidays.
It’s that awkward Monday between the weekend and a holiday but the Auto Industry is showing up just the same! Today we’re talking about COO of Bozard Ford Ed Roberts’ perspective on only hiring entry level employees. We also cover the results of a new survey focusing on managers' sentiment toward Gen Z.
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FRIIIIDAAAYYY CLOSE! As we wrap up the first half of 2023 we’re looking back as we talk about the next round of EV standard moves. We also talk about the retail level reception of Costco’s latest crackdown on sharing memberships.
Ed Roberts is the Chief Operations Officer of Bozard Ford Lincoln.
Welcome to Thursday, racers. Today we’re talking about the challenges around current subprime lending, Toyota’s big sales bump, and a giant commuter drone that is one step away from reality.