Hybrids Take 1st, Is Tesla Leaving China, Equity in the Driveway

Hybrids Take 1st, Is Tesla Leaving China, Equity in the Driveway

Author: More Than Cars Media Network July 31, 2026 Duration: 10:28
Episode #1411: California hybrids reclaim the lead over EVs, Tesla reportedly weighs separating its China business ahead of a potential SpaceX merger, and record trade-in equity gives dealers and buyers more room to make a deal. California buyers are p...

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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