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🚙 Recap, Volg, and Cadillac's Last Tank
Happy Saturday, Friend!
Today, we have our usual recap with some extra fun. Be sure you check out our new vlog from Jaguar Land Rover South Shore or, jump straight to the commentary from this morning’s episode of The Automotive Troublemaker.
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🧠 Monday, we checked out Stellantis’ stock drop, Rivian’s Amazon van pause, and one EV driver’s slow-charging take! We also covered Ford’s rolling spa, mobile service with Bozard Ford Lincoln, and Tesla’s latest Cybertruck accessory.
🔄 Tuesday, we covered a slight bump in used-vehicle prices, GM’s global layoffs and China struggles, and the UAW’s accusations against Stellantis. Plus, we highlighted NAMAD’s upcoming event for connecting and growing in the auto industry.
🌪️ Wednesday, we looked into the UAW's strike threats against Stellantis, Trump's take on EV tax credits, and the EU's tariff revisions for Chinese-made EVs. Plus, we highlighted a fun approach to car buying at Bob Rohrman Toyota.
🦄 Thursday, we explored how hybrids are taking the lead, Ford’s shift towards them, and hydrogen’s comeback in heavy-duty sectors. Plus, Stellantis snags Rivian’s ex-VP while addressing profit challenges. Catch up on the latest powertrain trends and industry moves!
🎢 Friday, we saw EV sales climb 11% in Q2 while Ford rethinks its EV strategy, pushing hybrid SUVs. We ended the week on a high note celebrating this year’s Diversity Volume Leadership Awards.
PODCASTS
Auto Collabs
Tune in for a refreshing take on HR in the auto industry with Bethany Sobczak!
From transforming Fitzgerald Auto Mall into a 100% employee-owned company to rebranding HR as a positive, supportive partner, Bethany's insights will inspire and challenge your perceptions of workplace culture. Don't miss this one!
In The Dirt
Join Luis Cubeas and Jack Pearson from Jaguar Land Rover South Shore as they share their secrets to success!
Jack reveals the mindset shifts that drive excellence, while Luis focuses on the small changes that lead to 1% improvement every day. Hear how leadership and mentorship create a winning team dynamic.
Subscribe for more on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.
What Ya Watchin’?
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Humans, and worse yet, actors — what a mess.
As we are sure our friends at Mohawk Chevrolet can tell you, working with real human actors is a hassle.
We are guessing that is why so many classics are coming back around with animated installments. Check ‘em out.
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Watchmen: Chapter One
In many ways, the Watchmen graphic novel introduced the world to comic books that people could treat like serious art.
We’re not sure what value taking art too seriously really has, but this animated retelling of the original graphic novel will almost positively let some folks down, excite others, call in the question the quality of the 2009 movie, the HBO series, and lead to a new spike of sales for the original Alan Moore tome. Hooray reboots. 🤷
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The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim
This one takes us 200 years prior to the War of the Ring in an anime style.
The trailer feels like one of those weird cartoons that use to come on MTV late at night, but instead of a psychedelic trip through the counter culture, it’s more Princess Mononoke with Peter Jackson’s interpretation of Tolkien in the background. It is sure to be on of the shows of all time.
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TERMINATOR ZERO
Terminator without Arnold is always a risk, but making it full on cartoon is pushing all the chips forward without even looking at your cards.
While it may be good to be thinking about, “What do we do when the robots rise up?” plans, we never expected it would be to a remix of the Smashing Pumpkins.
But honestly, do you even have a movie trailer if you don’t slow down at least one hit song?
AROUND THE ASOTU-VERSE
See You There
🍎 September 16th — The Welcome Conference in NYC.
⚜️ January 23-26th, 2025 — NADA Show in New Orleans.
🦀 May 13-16th, 2025 — ASOTU CON in Baltimore, Maryland.
Quick Hits
Starbucks' new CEO, Brian Niccol, is facing backlash for his environmentally criticized 1,000-mile private jet commute from California to Seattle instead of relocating. 🛩️
Researchers at the German Aerospace Center have developed a system enabling robots to sense human touch without artificial skin, potentially revolutionizing human-robot interactions with cost-effective and intuitive communication. 🤖
Chick-fil-A is reportedly planning to launch its own streaming platform featuring family-friendly original shows, expanding its brand beyond fast food into the competitive entertainment industry. 🐥
History
1932: Amelia Earhart becomes the first woman to fly across the United States non-stop (from Los Angeles to Newark, New Jersey). 👩✈️
1945: Cadillac produced its last M24 Light Tank, concluding its significant contribution to World War II efforts, with a total of 4,731 tanks built in collaboration with Massey-Harris. 🪖
1985: The Yugo GV, known for its low cost and notorious reliability issues, went on sale in the United States, becoming an infamous symbol of budget automotive design. 🗑️
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