AI Takes the Wheel, Dealer Trust Shifts, Retail Isn’t Dead

AI Takes the Wheel, Dealer Trust Shifts, Retail Isn’t Dead

Author: More Than Cars Media Network January 5, 2026 Duration: 13:47
Shoot us a Text. Episode #1235: Welcome to the first news show of the new year! CES puts autonomy and AI front and center as EV plans cool. Dealer sentiment improves—but trust gaps threaten CDJR and Nissan valuations. And despite years of doom-and-gloom, physical retail dominates holiday spending, with AI quietly reshaping how consumers shop across every channel. Show Notes with links: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/self-driving-tech-ai-take-center-stage-ces-automaker...

Every weekday, Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier get behind the mic for Automotive State of The Union, cutting through the noise of the daily news cycle. This isn't about recapping headlines; it's about finding the critical links between what's happening on dealership lots, in broader retail trends, across the tech landscape, and within our wider culture. The conversation is built for action, designed to give those steering the automotive industry the clarity and perspective needed to make decisive moves. You'll hear them break down how a shift in consumer behavior or a new software platform actually impacts the day-to-day reality of moving metal and serving customers. From the More Than Cars Media Network, this daily podcast serves as a vital briefing for anyone with a stake in the automotive world-whether you're managing a single rooftop, overseeing a large group, developing a new brand strategy, or supplying the industry. Tune in for a direct, unfiltered take on the forces reshaping how cars are sold and serviced, delivered with the energy and insight that turns information into a practical advantage.
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