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Automotive State of the Union

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

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Auto Collabs

Auto Collabs

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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ASOTU CON Sessions

ASOTU CON Sessions

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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Unscripted

Unscripted

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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Amplify

Amplify

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

The ASOTU Wheelhouse

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

The Dealer Playbook

The Dealer Playbook features expert interviews, tactical advice, and relevant insights that will skyrocket your growth in retail automotive.

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NADA Show Sessions by ASOTU

NADA Show Sessions by ASOTU

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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NAMAD Sessions

NAMAD Sessions

Hosted by Paul J Daly and Erroll Bomar III, the NAMAD Sessions features exclusive interviews recorded live at the National Association of Minority Auto Dealers (NAMAD) Annual Meeting. Each episode delivers quick, impactful conversations with leading auto dealers, industry innovators, and OEM representatives, shining a spotlight on the stories, challenges, and innovations influencing auto retail nationwide. NAMAD Sessions is brought to you by Mia and produced by the More Than Cars Media Network

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The Fight for America’s Auto Future with Congresswoman Debbie Dingell | The Merge 2025

The Fight for America’s Auto Future with Congresswoman Debbie Dingell | The Merge 2025

Auto Collabs
December 18, 2025

Send a text Recorded live at Merge 2025, this episode of Auto Collabs features Congresswoman Debbie Dingell of Michigan, a lifelong advocate for the auto industry and someone whose personal and professional history is deeply tied to it.

Inside Mercedes-Benz’s Biggest Product Push Ever with North American CEO Jason Hoff | The Merge 2025

Inside Mercedes-Benz’s Biggest Product Push Ever with North American CEO Jason Hoff | The Merge 2025

Auto Collabs
December 18, 2025

Send a text Recorded live at the Alliance for Automotive Innovation's the Merge 2025, this episode of Auto Collabs features Jason Hoff, CEO of Mercedes-Benz North America, sharing a clear look at where the brand is headed—and what that means for dealers.

A Bifurcated 2026, Tesla Misled Customers With FSD

A Bifurcated 2026, Tesla Misled Customers With FSD

Automotive State of the Union
December 18, 2025

Episode #1222: Today we break down Cox Automotive’s 2026 forecast and why fragmentation is becoming the industry’s defining theme.

China Is the Only Story That Matters Right Now with Michael Dunne | The Merge 2025

China Is the Only Story That Matters Right Now with Michael Dunne | The Merge 2025

Auto Collabs
December 17, 2025

Send a text Recorded live at the Alliance for Automotive Innovation's the Merge 2025, this episode features Michael Dunne, one of the most respected global analysts on the Chinese auto industry.

GM’s Autonomy Push, Used EVs Win November, Elon Musk Gets Richer

GM’s Autonomy Push, Used EVs Win November, Elon Musk Gets Richer

Automotive State of the Union
December 17, 2025

Episode #1221: Today we break down GM’s post-Cruise autonomy reboot, why used EVs are quietly outperforming new ones as buyers regain confidence, and how a soaring SpaceX valuation has pushed Elon Musk’s wealth past $650 billion.

Why The Auto Industry Can’t Afford to Keep Reinventing Software with Jeff Walker | The Merge 2025

Why The Auto Industry Can’t Afford to Keep Reinventing Software with Jeff Walker | The Merge 2025

Auto Collabs
December 16, 2025

Send a text Recorded live at Merge 2025, this episode of Auto Collabs features Jeff Walker, Chief Commercial Officer of SDVerse, unpacking one of the most important—but least understood—shifts happening inside modern vehicles: the move to truly software-defined architectures.

Is Paul Furious With Ford, HGreg Goes Lux, GM Rewards Hack

Is Paul Furious With Ford, HGreg Goes Lux, GM Rewards Hack

Automotive State of the Union
December 16, 2025

Episode #1220: Ford slams the brakes on big EV bets and kills the Lightning, pivoting to hybrids and EREVs.

Senator Bernie Moreno on The Real State of the Auto Industry | The Merge 2025

Senator Bernie Moreno on The Real State of the Auto Industry | The Merge 2025

Auto Collabs
December 15, 2025

Send a text Recorded live at the Alliance for Automotive Innovation's The Merge 2025, this candid conversation with Senator Bernie Moreno offers a clear look at how quickly sentiment in the auto industry has shifted.

Carvana is Stellantis, Mexico Blocking China, Tesla Robotaxi in Austin

Carvana is Stellantis, Mexico Blocking China, Tesla Robotaxi in Austin

Automotive State of the Union
December 15, 2025

Episode #1219: Carvana adds another CDJR store as its retail expansion heats up.

Showing Up To A Fire Department With Holiday Cookies

Showing Up To A Fire Department With Holiday Cookies

Automotive State of the Union
December 13, 2025

Episode #1218: Kyle Mountsier and Chris Reeves jump into the middle of December to talk about the all-team in-person meeting that More Than Cars had this past week.

Ionna Ramps Up EV Charging, VW Adds Range Extenders, Waymo Baby

Ionna Ramps Up EV Charging, VW Adds Range Extenders, Waymo Baby

Automotive State of the Union
December 12, 2025

Episode #1217: Ionna ramps up charging despite slumping EV demand, VW rethinks its electric strategy with range extenders, and a Waymo ride turns into a delivery room as a newborn arrives before first responders.

Sub-$25K New Vehicles Disappear, Nissan’s Turnaround Plan, Shop Target In ChatGPT

Sub-$25K New Vehicles Disappear, Nissan’s Turnaround Plan, Shop Target In ChatGPT

Automotive State of the Union
December 11, 2025

Episode #1216: Today we dig into the tightening-but-shifting new-car inventory landscape, explore Nissan’s bold attempt to rediscover its “North Star”, and watch Target leapfrog competitors by baking full-on AI shopping directly into ChatGPT.

Why Communities Are Choosing Their Own Energy Future with Cara Renee

Why Communities Are Choosing Their Own Energy Future with Cara Renee

Auto Collabs
December 10, 2025

Send a text Clean power is only half the story; affordability and access are the real battleground.

Why Auto Is Using Less Than 10% of Its Data with Jason Tryfon

Why Auto Is Using Less Than 10% of Its Data with Jason Tryfon

Auto Collabs
December 10, 2025

Send a text If your dealership tech stack feels broken, Jason says there’s a reason—and the fix starts way upstream.

Inside the Most Anticipated Comeback in the Auto Industry with Ryan Decker of Scout Motors

Inside the Most Anticipated Comeback in the Auto Industry with Ryan Decker of Scout Motors

Auto Collabs
December 10, 2025

Send a text This might be the definitive reboot in modern automotive.

Record Average Car Payments, VinFast Dealer Count Shrinks, The Social Media Anti-Trend

Record Average Car Payments, VinFast Dealer Count Shrinks, The Social Media Anti-Trend

Automotive State of the Union
December 10, 2025

Episode #1215: Today we break down why monthly payments keep climbing despite improving fundamentals, VinFast’s shrinking U.S.

How Better Data Could Transform the Entire Dealership Experience with Paul Hilton

How Better Data Could Transform the Entire Dealership Experience with Paul Hilton

Auto Collabs
December 9, 2025

Send a text If you’ve ever wondered why some dealers win online and others don’t, it often comes down to one thing: who has better data.

What Auto Retail Can Learn From Casinos About Guest Experience

What Auto Retail Can Learn From Casinos About Guest Experience

Auto Collabs
December 9, 2025

Send a text Most people think casinos and car dealerships live in different worlds.

Asbury’s New CEO, Ford Teams Up With Renault, Will Kei Cars Come To America?

Asbury’s New CEO, Ford Teams Up With Renault, Will Kei Cars Come To America?

Automotive State of the Union
December 9, 2025

Episode #1214: Asbury sets the stage for its next leadership chapter, Ford teams with Renault to regain momentum in Europe, and the President’s kei-car wish sparks a reality check on what it would take to bring microcars to U.S.

The Simple Device That Gives Any Car Autopilot with Will Bright

The Simple Device That Gives Any Car Autopilot with Will Bright

Auto Collabs
December 8, 2025

Send a text Autonomy isn’t the future of new cars—it might be the future of used cars too.

Inside Honda’s Zero-Fatality Plan for 2050 with Brian Bautsch

Inside Honda’s Zero-Fatality Plan for 2050 with Brian Bautsch

Auto Collabs
December 8, 2025

Send a text The biggest safety challenge Honda is tackling isn’t autonomy—it’s the way people actually drive.

Scout Goes Heavy on Service, Carvana Into S&P 500, Waymos Get Aggressive

Scout Goes Heavy on Service, Carvana Into S&P 500, Waymos Get Aggressive

Automotive State of the Union
December 8, 2025

Episode #1213: Today we’re talking Scout’s aggressive service-first launch strategy, Carvana’s stunning rise past Detroit’s giants as it joins the S&P 500, and Waymo’s shift from polite AV to confidently assertive city driver.

Live with COO/General Manager Ed Roberts of Bozard Ford Lincoln

Live with COO/General Manager Ed Roberts of Bozard Ford Lincoln

Automotive State of the Union
December 5, 2025

Episode #1212: Today we welcome our good friend Ed Roberts onto the show, to catch up on his new role and how he’s approaching the challenges of 2026.

The Personal Aircraft You Can Fly With No License: Inside Pivotal’s Helix with Cal Cruickshank

The Personal Aircraft You Can Fly With No License: Inside Pivotal’s Helix with Cal Cruickshank

Auto Collabs
December 5, 2025

This exclusive interview series from Automobility LA at the LA Auto Show is brought to you by Cars Commerce.

Why Electric Boats Make More Sense Than Electric Cars with Mitch Lee

Why Electric Boats Make More Sense Than Electric Cars with Mitch Lee

Auto Collabs
December 5, 2025

Everyone argues about electric cars — meanwhile, electric boats quietly solve problems the auto industry hasn’t touched.