The Automotive Troublemaker w/ Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier ASOTU Podcasts

Shoot us a Text.Happy Hump Day as we’re halfway through the week! Today we’re covering a BYD hybrid that can drive from NYC to Miami on a single charge/tank, how Toyota and other OEMs are decarbonizing with ICE and why Gen Z is getting summer jobs.Show Notes with links:BYD has introduced a groundbreaking hybrid powertrain capable of exceeding 2,000 kilometers (1,250 miles) on a single charge and full tank, marking a significant advancement in hybrid technology.The new hybrid powertrain was un...

Shoot us a Text.It’s Tuesday and we’re talking about Ford lifting restrictions on which dealers can sell EVs, the political divide impacting EV adoption, and Bass Pro Shops' is the next retailer leaning affordability amid inflation.Show Notes with links:Ford is set to undo a key element of its EV certification program, opening EV sales to its entire U.S. retail network following backlash and lawsuits.Ford plans to reopen EV sales to its full U.S. retail network after feedback from 11 in-perso...

Shoot us a Text.We’re thankful for our nation on this Memorial Day 2024 as we reflect on all that have given their lives as a member of the US Armed Forces. Today, we’re talking about Memorial Day (and other holiday) sales strategies with the one and only Todd Caputo.Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet 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...

Shoot us a Text.We're kicking off Memorial Day weekend with a great story about two dealer groups being named in the top 50 best places to work by none other than Glassdoor. And that's sayin something. Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet 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

Shoot us a Text.We’re heading into a huge sales weekend and we’re talking big Memorial Day discounts on 2023 cars, Elon Musk's reversal on Chinese EV tariffs, and California's new bill requiring cars to beep when speeding.Show Notes with links:Edmunds reported that 2023 model year vehicles on U.S. lots rose to 6.8 percent in May. With higher inventories and many 2023 cars and trucks, Memorial Day weekend may be the ideal time to buy for some shoppers, but it depends on the brandMay saw ...

Shoot us a Text.It’s a busy Thursday as we roll towards the holiday weekend. Today, we explore the surprising interest in Chinese EVs among young Americans, Kia's launch of a new compact electric SUV amid cooling EV demand, and Yoshi Mobility's innovative mobile fast charging solution for EVs.Show Notes with links:A recent survey by AutoPacific reveals that younger Americans are increasingly open to purchasing vehicles from Chinese brands, despite privacy worries.35% of respondents aged 18 to...