Life Update + The Straight Shift Podcast Pause
About this episode
The Car Chick shares a personal update about her mother's serious illness, explaining why The Straight Shift podcast will be on pause for a few weeks. Despite the break, she encourages listeners to stay informed through her bi-monthly newsletter covering important automotive industry news like tariffs, EV developments, and geopolitical impacts. She promises to return to podcasting as soon as possible and reminds listeners to stay savvy when dealing with dealerships.
We're pumping the brakes on The Straight Shift podcast for a little while, but that doesn't mean you can't still receive important automotive industry updates!
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tariffs
"...there's a lot going on in the automotive industry because between tariffs and the EV pullback and we declared war on Iran..."
Tariffs are extra taxes that countries put on things they buy from other countries. For cars, this means imported vehicles can cost more because of these extra fees.
Tariffs are taxes imposed by a government on imported goods, often used to protect domestic industries or as a political tool. In the automotive industry, tariffs can increase the cost of imported cars and parts, affecting prices for consumers and manufacturers.
EV pullback
"...there's a lot going on in the automotive industry because between tariffs and the EV pullback and we declared war on Iran..."
EV pullback means that companies are slowing down how many electric cars they make or sell for a while.
EV pullback refers to a reduction or slowdown in the production, sales, or investment in electric vehicles (EVs). This can be due to market conditions, supply chain issues, or changes in government policies.
dealership markup
"...until then, folks, drive safely and try not to fall for any dealership bullshittery."
Dealership markup is when car sellers add extra cost on top of the car's price to make more money.
Dealership markup is the amount a car dealer adds to the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) to increase profit. This can sometimes lead to paying more than the advertised price for a vehicle, especially during high demand or low supply.
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