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Daily Drive is a daily podcast series hosted by Automotive News Executive Editor Jamie Butters and Kellen Walker. We speak with industry experts, insiders and Automotive News reporters about events and trends impacting and reshaping the automotive industry.Automotive News is the leading source of news, data and understanding for the auto industry's decision-makers. Learn more at autonews.com.

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A panel of experts discusses uncertainty and higher costs from tariffs, with one saying automakers are managing so far by “spreading the peanut butter” — distributing the financial burden across global operations. Automakers urge the EPA to ease tail... more

Former Congressman Mike Rogers, R-Mich., who is running for Michigan’s open U.S. Senate seat, says President Donald Trump’s tariffs are working to boost U.S. manufacturing investments. JLR extends its production shutdown again after this month’s cybe... more

Stellantis is the latest auto company to suffer a data breach. Jeep cancels the Gladiator 4xe. Plus, Larry Dominique, president of LD Management Consulting, talks about automaker tech challenges amid increasing threats from China.

Asbury Automotive Group CEO David Hult talks about the state of electric vehicle sales as regulations change and most federal support ends. Plus, Automotive News’ Molly Boigon provides a comprehensive look at the U.S. immigration raid at a joint batt... more

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Mike Rogers
Former US Congressman from Michigan
Episode: Sept. 23, 2025 | Former Congressman Mike Rogers Part 1; JLR extends shutdown
Larry Dominique
President of LD Management Consulting and former executive for PSA North America
LD Management Consulting
Episode: Sept. 22, 2025 | Stellantis data breach; Larry Dominique talks China threats
David Hult
CEO of Asbury Automotive Group
Asbury Automotive Group
Episode: Bonus Episode: Asbury CEO talks EV sales; fallout from Hyundai-LG raid
Cam O'Hagan
Pied Piper representative discussing service appointment rankings
Pied Piper
Episode: Sept. 19, 2025 | VW price hikes; Pied Piper ranks brands by service drive scheduling practices
Euisun Chung
Executive Chair of Hyundai Motor Group
Hyundai Motor Group
Episode: Sept. 17, 2025 | Hyundai Executive Chair Euisun Chung interview; EV registrations surge
Elizabeth Creer
CEO of the Center for Automotive Research
Center for Automotive Research
Episode: Sept. 16, 2025 | GM CEO Mary Barra Interview Part 2
Mary Barra
CEO of General Motors
General Motors
Episode: Sept. 15, 2025 | GM CEO Mary Barra Interview Part 1
Susann Kazunas
Group Vice President of Production Engineering at Toyota Motor North America
Toyota
Episode: Sept. 14, 2025 | Bonus Episode: SellMyRide says used-car demand at all-time high
Charles Kuck
Founding partner at Cook Baxter and attorney for Hyundai-LG workers
Cook Baxter
Episode: Sept. 12, 2025 | Attorney for Hyundai-LG workers describes their experience

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Kellen Walker
Host of Daily Drive, providing insights and updates on significant automotive news and trends.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 179 ratings
  • Communism Much?

    Show made by wokesters and ex-hippies. Listen to Autoline Daily for the same news without the bad flavor. Episode from Sep 6th, 2025 was the final straw for me. Love or hate Musk as much as you want, but to argue that a 1/8 compensation package for VALUE CREATION in new value as somehow “criminal” shows the commie flag flying hard. The covetousness & envy is disgusting. Then the idea that UNREALIZED capital gains should be taxed in an off hand comment continues the narrative of economic illitera... more

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    Logic Mechanic
    United States20 days ago
  • Could be improved

    The overall content can be presented in lesser time, and better structured. Conversations. Feels dragged. Also scope can cover more with global focus than just around US.

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    3
    SGSandMan
    India10 months ago
  • Great content, hard to listen

    I force myself to listen because the content is timely and valuable, but the “read the news” format is really hard to stay focused on. I end up having to rewind often as my mind drifts. Would be so so much better if it used a typical podcast conversational style. My preference would be that they trash the script and speak from bullet points.

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    Trish Listens
    Canadaa year ago
  • Snooze fest

    If you like the delivery style of NPR radio you’ll love Automotive News Daily Drive. The delivery style of a librarian telling you what happened in the auto industry. Very little opinion and analysis and what they do offer is so vanilla as to never offend OEMs. If you want more interesting daily auto news with actual opinion and analysis try Autoline Daily.

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    ConvergentLabs
    United Statesa year ago
  • It was fine, but now all it does is push electric vehicles and most of the news is electric centered. Pushing tailpipe emissions without disclosing the negative environmental harm electric batteries and their manufacturing process creates.

    Podcast Addict
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    Eric4953
    2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the timely, informative content related to the automotive industry.
Overall, it is considered essential for professionals in the automotive field seeking to stay informed about industry changes.
Some feedback indicates a desire for a more dynamic presentation style, as a few listeners find the delivery somewhat dry.
The discussions are generally seen as engaging, with industry experts providing valuable insights.

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Sept. 22, 2025 | Stellantis data breach; Larry Dominique talks China threats
Q: How do you see the influence of China playing out in the automotive industry?
The Chinese influence on legacy OEMs will be profound, particularly as they have faster manufacturing and technology integration, putting pressure on traditional automakers to innovate quickly.
Sept. 22, 2025 | Stellantis data breach; Larry Dominique talks China threats
Q: What factors led to Stellantis getting rid of the Gladiator 4xe?
The main reason for the cancellation is that Stellantis does not see sufficient demand for this type of pickup right now, despite the popularity of other models like the Jeep Wrangler 4xe and Cherokee 4xe.
Sept. 23, 2025 | Former Congressman Mike Rogers Part 1; JLR extends shutdown
Q: Do you see the tariffs as permanent?
Mike Rogers is optimistic that tariffs will lead to reshoring American manufacturing jobs but acknowledges the need for flexibility in policy.
Sept. 23, 2025 | Former Congressman Mike Rogers Part 1; JLR extends shutdown
Q: How do you think the government can address what those companies describe as a technical expertise shortage?
Mike Rogers mentions that the previous administration aimed to tackle temporary engineering jobs with boundaries on visas, ensuring they don't take long-term American jobs.
Sept. 23, 2025 | Former Congressman Mike Rogers Part 1; JLR extends shutdown
Q: Can you tell us what about the tariffs you think is effective?
Mike Rogers believes tariffs are crucial for returning manufacturing to the U.S. and reclaiming lost jobs, especially in the auto industry.

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2. Larry Dominique
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5. Euisun Chung
6. Elizabeth Creer
7. Mary Barra
8. Susann Kazunas

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