The Automotive Troublemaker w/ Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier

First Saturday of the month! Today, Kyle is joined by Chris Reeves, Jordan Cox and Nathan Southwick to discuss the upcoming silent auction for Vehicles for Change at ASOTU CON and the custom guitar we've designed to give away. Plus, we cover why creativity is at the center of everything we do, and how we leverage it to be more effective. Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

It’s the first Friday in May as we talk about Rivian stepping up their presence in Normal, IL. We also cover the latest JD Power report regarding the service department as well as Cali taking aim at junk fees…for food. As Tesla cuts jobs, EV startup competitor Rivian is set to expand its Normal, IL plant, adding over 500 jobs to produce the new R2 crossover, leveraging a significant $827 million incentive package from the state. J.D. Power's 2024 studies highlight aftermarket services gaining on franchised dealerships in customer satisfaction, driven by easier access and quicker service. Starting July 1, California mandates the elimination of unexpected surcharges on restaurant bills, excluding taxes, requiring full disclosure of any fees in advertisements or menus. Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

It’s Thursday and we’re talking about Carvana’s best performance ever. We’re also discussing Hertz’s decision to sell more of it’s EV inventory, as well as a wild story about the ongoing dispute around the legendary Delorian. Carvana’s latest earnings are signaling a substantial turnaround with a net income of $49 million in Q1, a 17% increase and a significant recovery from a $286 million loss in the same quarter last year. Shares soared by 37% in premarket trading. Hertz is set to offload 30,000 electric vehicles from its fleet due to "substantial depreciation" and escalating maintenance costs, highlighting broader challenges in the EV rental market. Kat DeLorean, the daughter of the iconic car's creator, faces a trademark challenge in her quest to build a modern DeLorean, despite another company owning her family's name Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

Hot Take Incoming: The practical over the sensational is key when using AI in marketing. In this lively episode of 'Auto Collabs', we're joined by Kelly Good Stoop, the Regional Vice President at Lotlinx. Kelly shares her journey from being an "army brat" moving across continents to shaping the cutting edge of automotive digital marketing. From her early days selling traditional advertising to spearheading advanced digital strategies, Kelly's story is about adaptability and foresight. The conversation pivots around the fascinating intersection of technology and marketing, with Kelly detailing how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing how dealers connect with customers. Her experiences range from broadcasting to digital platforms, offering a unique perspective on both the challenges and innovations within the automotive space. Timestamped Takeaways 0:00 Intro with Paul J Daly, Kyle Mountsier and Michael Cirillo 4:26: The shift from traditional to digital advertising in automotive 6:29: Embracing digital trends in the auto industry 8:51: Lotlinx's strategic use of data and AI to optimize dealership marketing. 14:58: The influence of Kelly's diverse upbringing 18:55: Kelly's strategies for engaging with new ideas and technologies at industry events Kelly Good Stoop is the Regional Vice President of Lotlinx Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

There’s nothing like a sunny May 1st. Today we talk about Ford’s new AI driven Dealer training tool. We also review the fastest and slowest moving inventory, as well as the newly launched ability for Roblox users to purchase real life Walmart items in-game. AI-powered training platformhere accessible virtual e-commerceHosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

As stores across the country are playing ‘The Final Countdown’ as April wraps up, we’re talking about Asbury’s listing strategy for 10 of their stores. We’re also talking about Tesla’s next round of layoffs, as well as one Tiktoker who is less than excited about their interest rate. Show Notes with links: fifth among U.S. dealership groups aggressive cost-cutting strategyfaced the harsh realityQuote from Arnold: "I did not go with my husband and as a female I feel they took advantage of me. They knew I really wanted the car and that I was by myself," Arnold shared with The Daily Mail. Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

We’re starting out on the last few days of the month with a look at the Top 100 Used Car Dealers in the US. We also take a look at the potential of Tesla’s deal with China’s Baidu, and what it means for Full Self Driving. We’ll also review the latest Experian EV insights report. Top 100 Used Dealer Groups sealed a deal Q4 2023 Electric Vehicles Year in ReviewHosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

Welcome to the last Saturday of the month! Today, writers Chris Reeves and Kristi Canada join the show to talk about our partnership with Vehicles for Change and how we're giving away a car at ASOTU CON plus auctioning off a custom guitar to benefit the great things that Vehicles for Change do. Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

It’s the last Friday of the month as we pay tribute to a Ford leader who broke the mold. We also talk about a hot debate over legacy OEMs flirting with DTC models as well as consumer luxury purchases going on the rise. This morning we pay tribute to Don Petersen, a transformative leader who guided Ford through a critical phase in the 1980s. A recent Automotive News editorial is highliging a hot topic we’ll be discussing with the President’s of NADA and several State ATA’s on the main stage at ASOTU CON. Despite economic inflation, the U.S. luxury goods market has seen a substantial 86% increase in purchase intent from 2021 to 2024, according to YouGov's latest survey. Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

Happy Thursday! Today we cover Ford’s stock price recovers due to hybrid sales, Honda invests $12 BILLION in EV supply chain, and automatic refunds when your next flight gets canceled or delayed. released yesterday $11 billion investment plan fast refundsHosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

We’re mid-week and talking about Tesla's strategic shift amid falling profits.. We also cover VinFast's aggressive U.S. dealership expansion and the heartwarming story of a Dealership serving a single mother in South Dakota. Tesla's Q1 earnings VinFast is rapidly growing its U.S. restores both hope and a 2008 Chevy ImpalaHosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

This Tuesday we’re talking about why GM is smiling from their robust financial performance in Q1. We also talk about a controversial toggle on Tesla’s website, as well as what companies are ignoring in their surveys. Show Notes with links: robust financial performance tweeted a Model Y price whether they really helpHosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

It’s a fresh week and we’re talking about the UAW’s landmark unionization victory at Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant. We also cover Dealer response and legal threats over new sales models from Scout and Sony Honda Mobility as well as Tesla's swift response to a safety recall with a riveting fix. In a historic win for the UAW, employees at Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant in Tennessee voted decisively to unionize, marking the UAW's first significant success in the South. As Scout and Sony Honda Mobility venture into the U.S. market with plans to potentially bypass traditional dealership networks, dealer associations are gearing up for a possible legal confrontation. Tesla has responded swiftly to a significant safety concern with the Cybertruck's accelerator pedal by introducing a rivet-based solution to prevent the pedal pad from slipping off. Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

Today we're on with Head Writer Chris Reeves talking about how Car Dealers and OEMs are investing in generations. We also have a super secret promo code for ASOTUCON.com Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

It’s Friday already. Today we’re talking about Tesla's official Cybertruck recall. We also discuss GM's innovative move into hydrogen fuel as a diesel alternative, as well as the high-stakes wealth race in Silicon Valley as Mark Zuckerberg surpasses Elon Musk to become the world's third-richest person. Show Notes with links: being recalled replace diesel engines third-richest personHosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

Thursday is upon us as we talk about another EV-only carmaker announcing layoffs. We also talk about Ford’s new model year for the F150 Lightning, as well as a potential standard-setter for employee AI training. Show Notes with links: non-Dealership model Ford is opening potentially settingHosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

It’s a notable Wednesday as a looming UAW vote at the Chattanooga VW plant gets under way. We’re also talking about a new set of “trust principles” regarding autonomous vehicles, as well as a brand collab between Carvana and pro gaming. unionize the VW autonomy NRG and Rocket LeagueHosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

Today we’re talking about GM’s HQ move after 50 years. We also talk about Carmax’s major reduction in the customer return window, as well as an unintended acceleration issue with the Cybertruck. Show Notes with links: relocating its headquarters reducing the time stopped deliveries of the CybertruckHosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

Tax day is exciting enough, but what’s better than starting the second half of the month on a Monday? Today we’re talking about how the remaining Fisker Dealers are feeling as well as Ford and Tesla’s tennis match. Show Notes with links: remaining dealers striking back slashing subscription pricesglobal layoffsHosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

We're only 31 days away from ASOTU CON on this Saturday, and writers Chris Reeves and Kristi Canada join the show to share some More Than Cars Moments. Walser Polar Mazda got to hear from Will Guidara about the ideas of Unreasonable Hospitality and went back to their store and start implementing everything they learned. Shout out to Dayna Kleve for sharing the story with us! Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email