Sept. 18, 2025 | Asbury CEO David Hult interview; Nissan drops Ariya EV in U.S.
About this episode
Nissan's decision to drop the Ariya EV in the U.S. due to slow sales and tariffs is a significant shift in its electric vehicle strategy. Asbury Automotive Group CEO David Holt discusses the complexities of mergers and acquisitions in the current market, emphasizing the importance of aligning with dealer cultures. The episode also covers the impact of recent Federal Reserve rate cuts on auto loans and affordability, highlighting ongoing challenges in the industry, including high vehicle prices and the need for better inventory management.
Asbury Automotive Group CEO David Hult talks about the mergers and acquisitions market, how tariffs are affecting the public retail group and more. Nissan says it will pause U.S. market production of its compact Ariya electric crossover for the 2026 model year. Plus, the Federal Reserve’s rate cut could ripple to auto loans.
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