Today's show features:
Vinay Shahani, Former Nissan Head of US Marketing & Sales
JB Burnett, General Manager of Boulevard Ford of Millsboro
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Key moments:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
05:07 Hyundai Visa Controversy
06:55 Rising Car Prices and Market Trends
07:53 Jaguar Land Rover Cyber Attack
10:31 Interview with Vinay Shahani
35:20 Product Lineup Improvements and Leasing Challenges
36:46 Vinay's Departure and Legacy at Nissan
39:08 CDG News and Chat GPT Workflows
41:45 Interview with JB Burnett: New Ford Facility
48:26 Ford's Recall Situation and Future Plans
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