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A Journalist’s Perspective On Automotive with Brian Armstead | Public Policy Day 2025

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During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts.

In this episode, Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier sit down with longtime automotive journalist Brian Armstead to discuss his journey in the industry.

With decades of experience writing for major publications like Forbes, US News & World Report, and The Washington Post, plus radio and TV appearances, Brian brings a wealth of knowledge about the automotive world. He shares how his childhood passion for cars led him to become one of the most respected voices in automotive journalism, covering everything from consumer trends to OEM strategies.

The conversation also dives into the state of the industry, including the shift away from full EV adoption, the challenges with charging infrastructure, and how manufacturers are adapting to evolving consumer demand.

Brian shares insights on dealership dynamics, policy changes, and his favorite EVs on the market today (including a luxury pick you won’t expect!). Plus, he reflects on his work with NAMAD and the importance of diverse representation in the auto industry. If you love cars, industry insights, and great storytelling, this episode is a must-listen!

Timestamped Takeaways

0:00 Intro

0:25 Brian’s journey from car enthusiast to top automotive journalist

3:00 Breaking into the industry: Writing, radio, and big breaks

5:39 The dealer connection: How Brian engages with the retail side

6:32 Why manufacturers are pulling back on full EV adoption

7:49 The biggest EV challenges: Infrastructure, insurance, and consumer hesitation

8:25 One in five charging attempts fail—how this impacts adoption

9:33 Brian’s favorite EVs, from the Rolls-Royce Spectre to Hyundai and Chevy

12:10 The impact of NAMAD and diverse leadership in auto retail

Thanks to Ascent Dealer Services for making our Public Policy Day coverage happen!

https://www.ascentdealerservices.com/

Brian Armstead is a Freelance Automotive and Lifestyle Journalist

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-armstead-b33110114/

https://muckrack.com/brian-armstead/articles

⭐️ Love the podcast? Please leave us a review here — even one sentence helps! Consider including your LinkedIn or Instagram handle so we can thank you personally!
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✉️ Sign up for our free and fun-to-read daily email for a quick shot of relevant news in automotive retail, media, and pop culture.

🎧 Like and follow our other podcasts:

  1. Automotive State of the Union
  2. ASOTU CON Sessions
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During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts.

In this episode, Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier sit down with longtime automotive journalist Brian Armstead to discuss his journey in the industry.

With decades of experience writing for major publications like Forbes, US News & World Report, and The Washington Post, plus radio and TV appearances, Brian brings a wealth of knowledge about the automotive world. He shares how his childhood passion for cars led him to become one of the most respected voices in automotive journalism, covering everything from consumer trends to OEM strategies.

The conversation also dives into the state of the industry, including the shift away from full EV adoption, the challenges with charging infrastructure, and how manufacturers are adapting to evolving consumer demand.

Brian shares insights on dealership dynamics, policy changes, and his favorite EVs on the market today (including a luxury pick you won’t expect!). Plus, he reflects on his work with NAMAD and the importance of diverse representation in the auto industry. If you love cars, industry insights, and great storytelling, this episode is a must-listen!

Timestamped Takeaways

0:00 Intro

0:25 Brian’s journey from car enthusiast to top automotive journalist

3:00 Breaking into the industry: Writing, radio, and big breaks

5:39 The dealer connection: How Brian engages with the retail side

6:32 Why manufacturers are pulling back on full EV adoption

7:49 The biggest EV challenges: Infrastructure, insurance, and consumer hesitation

8:25 One in five charging attempts fail—how this impacts adoption

9:33 Brian’s favorite EVs, from the Rolls-Royce Spectre to Hyundai and Chevy

12:10 The impact of NAMAD and diverse leadership in auto retail

Thanks to Ascent Dealer Services for making our Public Policy Day coverage happen!

https://www.ascentdealerservices.com/

Brian Armstead is a Freelance Automotive and Lifestyle Journalist

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-armstead-b33110114/

https://muckrack.com/brian-armstead/articles

⭐️ Love the podcast? Please leave us a review here — even one sentence helps! Consider including your LinkedIn or Instagram handle so we can thank you personally!
We have a daily email!

https://www.asotu.com

✉️ Sign up for our free and fun-to-read daily email for a quick shot of relevant news in automotive retail, media, and pop culture.

🎧 Like and follow our other podcasts:

  1. Automotive State of the Union
  2. ASOTU CON Sessions
  continue reading

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