Here are highlights from the latest episodes of ‘Daily Drive’, Automotive News‘ weekday podcast, Nov. 7-10, hosted by Jamie Butters with Kellen Walker.
“Total contributions from the automotive industry were upward of $27 million. That’s a lot of money to try to influence Capitol Hill.” — Audrey LaForest, Automotive News Washington reporter, on the midterm elections
“I think dealers have gotten such a bad name throughout the years, and it’s all because it’s not a stress-free experience in purchasing a vehicle. And so, how do you make it more transparent?” — Diana Lee, Constellation CEO, on how the intersection of advertising technology and financial technology can create a frictionless online buying experience
“Imagine I would sell you a combustion engine vehicle with the promise that I fill up your gas tank half of your driving distance every single year throughout the lifetime of the vehicle. That would be a great-selling combustion engine vehicle.” — Laurin Hahn, Sono Motors CEO, on the company’s plan to sell its solar electric car for around $25,000
To listen to all episodes of ‘Daily Drive’, go to autonews.com/dailydrive