Shift: A podcast about mobility

Dipti Vachani: Automakers’ survival relies on software smarts (Episode 290) Mar 02, 2025

The senior vice president and general manager of automotive business at computing tech firm Arm underscores the importance of software-defined vehicles to the automotive future. Further, she explains how carmakers can keep up with the frenetic pace of industry innovation.

Sino Auto Insights’ Tu Le breaks down BYD’s big ‘God’s Eye’ ambitions (Episode 289) Feb 23, 2025

The founder and managing director of consulting firm Sino Auto Insights discusses BYD’s new “God’s Eye” automated driving system and how it ratchets up competition with Tesla’s Full Self-Driving feature.

Further, Le underscores the significance of BYD surpassing 4 million vehicles sold in 2024 and China’s broader automotive ascendance.

Raquel Urtasun explains how generative AI underpins Waabi’s self-driving tech (Episode 288) Feb 16, 2025

The Waabi co-founder and CEO of the autonomous-trucking startup discusses a new partnership with Volvo Autonomous Solutions. Further, she details the generative AI advances at the heart of the company’s end-to-end AI stack and approach to developing “AV 2.0.”

Kodiak Robotics’ Don Burnette reaches a driverless milestone (Episode 287) Feb 09, 2025

Self-driving trucks are expected to make substantial progress in 2025. Here, the Kodiak Robotics CEO and founder takes stock of the burgeoning industry while detailing how his company readied fordriverless deployment with partner Atlas Energy in the Permian Basin area of Texas.

Dave Richardson on developing GM’s software ‘muscle’ (Episode 286) Feb 02, 2025

The General Motors senior vice president of software and service engineering details efforts to build a software-oriented culture, explains why the company eschewed Apple CarPlay and examines similarities between Apple and GM’s product-first focus.

Bye-bye bots: Nuro concentrates on licensing its self-driving tech (Episode 285) Jan 26, 2025

Nuro COO Andrew Chapin and Vice President of Engineering Tilo Schwarz explain the company’s pivot from developing bespoke delivery bots toward licensing automated driving tech to carmakers and others. Further, they detail testing efforts on private and public roads.

Avery Ash examines U.S. crackdown on Chinese connected-car tech (Episode 284) Jan 19, 2025

The executive director of the Coalition for Reimagined Mobility, part of the Securing America’s Future Energy think tank, breaks down new Commerce Department rules that keep Chinese and Russian software and hardware out of the connected-vehicle supply chain.Further, he discusses the state of America’s competitiveness with China in commercializing new transportation technology at meaningful scale.

CES: BCG’s Augustin Wegscheider | Mobileye’s Shai Shalev-Shwartz (Episode 283) Jan 12, 2025

From Las Vegas, BCG analyst Augustin Wegscheider provides an overview of auto-tech trends at CES. Then Mobileye chief technology officer Shai Shalev-Shwartz details the company’s plans for evolving its driver-assist features into fully autonomous vehicles.

EnCharge AI’s Naveen Verma pioneers chips that could upend vehicle computing architectures Jan 05, 2025

Ahead of CES, the CEO of DARPA-backed startup details artificial-intelligence advances that prioritize energy efficiency and eliminate memory bottlenecks. Further, he explains the impact of such gains in vehicle computing architecture and the ability to add new AI features.

Gary Shapiro outlines a ‘pivot or die’ strategy ahead of CES 2025 (Episode 281) Dec 22, 2024

The CEO of the Consumer Technology Association spotlights transportation technology headlines from the upcoming CES show in Las Vegas. Further, he offers candid thoughts on growing trade tensions and what it will take for American companies to survive and thrive amid global uncertainty.

Gartner’s Mike Ramsey sorts through the Cruise rubble (episode 280) Dec 15, 2024

The vice president at consulting firm Gartner, Inc. analyses General Motors’ decision to abandon robotaxi development and pivot its Cruise subsidiary toward personally owned vehicles. Further, he discusses the steep challenges legacy automakers like GM face in sustaining big technology bets.

How a ‘mobility czar’ could bolster transportation innovation Dec 08, 2024

Mobility strategist Selika Josiah Talbott and Michigan chief mobility officer Justine Johnson detail the prospect of a ‘mobility czar’ overseeing policy for autonomous and electric vehicles. Further, they discuss the role states can play in fostering innovation amid a changing federal landscape.

Bot Auto’s Xiaodi Hou takes his second stab at self-driving trucks (episode 278) Dec 01, 2024

The founder and CEO of Bot Auto showcases his new startup, recounts his fraught experience at TuSimple and explains what it really takes to ensure self-driving trucks are profitable. Bonus: He details his passion for music, from classical to Judas Priest.

Croft’s Roderick Blevins foments a ‘hydrogen rebellion’ (episode 277) Nov 24, 2024

The co-founder and CEO of startup Croft unveils plans for a hydrogen-powered pickup truck, details new technology that circumvents an intractable infrastructure barrier, and explains how a hydrogen movement comprised of “gearheads, rednecks and mad scientists” can help sustain the legacy of the automobile.

GlobalData’s Jeff Schuster on potential EV incentive, tariff changes under Trump (episode 276) Nov 17, 2024

Product planning will be difficult for automakers amid a changeover in the White House, said Jeff Schuster, global vice president of automotive research at GlobalData. He outlines the incoming Trump administration’s potential impact on electrification, affordability, automaker plant utilization and more.

LG Technology Ventures’ Sungkwon Kang warns of battery-investment headwinds (episode 275) Nov 10, 2024

The investment director at the LG Group’s venture capital arm discusses the investment atmosphere for battery startups, the race to develop low-cost battery chemistries and promising stationary energy storage developments.

Bryant Walker Smith examines the state of the self-driving industry Nov 03, 2024

The University of South Carolina professor and autonomous-driving safety expert discusses Tesla’s Cybercab rollout, Waymo’s growing operations, and how self-driving rules, regulations and laws might be shaped by upcoming elections.

ZEI’s John Motlow on solving hydrogen infrastructure challenges Oct 27, 2024

The chief strategy officer at Zero Emission Industries details the startup’s work in developing a suitcase-sized device that functions as a portable hydrogen fueling station. Further, he discusses ZEI’s work in pioneering hydrogen fuel-cell systems for first-of-their-kind maritime applications.

Looking at how the election outcome might sway U.S. transportation policy Oct 20, 2024

Mobility expert Selika Josiah Talbott and SkillFusion CEO Elaina Farnsworth offer a pragmatic look at how the 2024 election results could bolster mobility innovation, affect the zero-emission transition and impact the American workforce of the future.

Sion Power’s Pam Fletcher | EV Adoption’s Loren McDonald Oct 13, 2024

Pam Fletcher, a former leader at General Motors and Delta Air Lines, discusses her move to the battery startup world as CEO of Sion Power. Then Loren McDonald, CEO of analyst firm EV Adoption, provides a status report on the rollout of federally backed EV chargers.

Here’s how a leading utility company has prepared for the EV transition Oct 06, 2024

Kristy Fleischmann Groncki and Stephanie Leach, both of the clean energy solutions team at Baltimore Gas and Electric, detail first-of-their-kind initiatives which allow EV owners and utilities to explore time-of-use charging cooperation and vehicle-to-home power used in parallel with the grid.

Navigating the path toward developing software-defined vehicles Sep 29, 2024

False starts and missteps define the auto industry’s initial attempts to build software-defined vehicles. In this panel discussion from Automotive News Congress, experts detailed the right way to prioritize software and unlock its transformative potential.The panel includes Bosch’s Stefan Buerkle, Intel Automotive’s Rebeca Delgado, Gentex CEO Steve Downing, General Motors’ Achim Pantfoerder and Ford Motor Co.’s Alex Purdy.

Luminar CEO Austin Russell | Forth director Jeff Allen Sep 22, 2024

Shift brings two timely conversations this week. First, Austin Russell explores what it takes to industrialize lidar at a time of turbulence in the industry. Then, Jeff Allen, previews the Forth electric transportation conference as it moves to Detroit.

Tifani Sadek on keeping human drivers aboard ‘driverless’ cars Sep 15, 2024

The director of the University of Michigan’s Law and Mobility Program argues against removing humans from self-driving vehicles and suggests the autonomous-vehicle industry can learn a lot from aviation on building trust.

Ariel Wolf examines California’s tipping point on self-driving trucks Sep 08, 2024

The chair of the automated and connected vehicle practice at law firm Venable breaks down California’s new draft regulations regarding autonomous trucks. Further, he details the state of AV laws and regulations –- or absence thereof -- across the country.

Kameale Terry on what we don’t know about charging reliability Sep 01, 2024

The CEO of ChargerHelp weighs in on the industry’s inaccurate uptime calculation and what issues actually underlie charger unreliability.

Sam Abuelsamid delves into Ford’s EV retreat and GM’s software cuts Aug 25, 2024

The Guidehouse Insights principal analyst examines forces driving Ford Motor Co. to scale back its electric-vehicle plans, steady sales growth in the overall EV market, and why it’s hard for legacy automakers to get software right.

Shailen Bhatt delivers a new national V2X deployment plan Aug 18, 2024

The administrator of the Federal Highway Administration details a new U.S. DOT plan for rolling out a long-simmering technology capable of saving thousands of lives on American roads. Further, he discusses the ways artificial intelligence and infrastructure can accelerate safety improvements and reduce the more than 40,000 traffic deaths that occur in the U.S. every year.

Electrify Expo’s BJ Birtwell on the ways to win EV curious consumers Aug 11, 2024

The founder and CEO of the multi-city EV festival details the impact of a shift from early adopters to mass-market consumers and identifies counterintuitive ways to drive adoption of electric vehicles.

FM Capital’s Mark Norman on EV pain points and a ‘return to normal’ Aug 04, 2024

The managing partner at FM Capital examines barriers to electric-vehicle proliferation. Further, he discusses investing in transportation-tech startups and the economic conditions ending the “order taking” era in the auto industry.

FirstElement Fuel’s Shane Stephens on hydrogen trucks’ long-term advantage (Part II) Jul 28, 2024

Although hydrogen may cost more initially, the FirstElement Fuel co-founder and chief business development officer argues hydrogen-powered trucks will be more efficient and viable than battery-electric counterparts at scale.

FirstElement Fuel’s Shane Stephens unlocks hydrogen-powered transportation (Part I) Jul 21, 2024

The chief business development officer and founder of FirstElement Fuel details what it really takes to build hydrogen fueling infrastructure and the overall state of the nascent hydrogen ecosystem in California and beyond.

Sarasina Tuchen previews air mobility’s third chapter Jul 14, 2024

The investor, advisor and former U.S. DOT senior scientist links the emerging eVTOL industry with America’s global innovation leadership. She further explains how aviation must be better integrated with other transportation options.

Grayson Brulte on the rocky rollout of software-defined vehicles Jul 07, 2024

The founder and CEO of The Road To Autonomy examines the new Rivian-Volkswagen joint venture, casts some doubts on the auto industry’s electrification push and explores the broader mobility business landscape.

John O’Leary on the affordability gap for zero-emissions vehicles Jun 30, 2024

John O’Leary, CEO of Daimler Truck North America, discusses where he thinks hydrogen fits in commercial trucking and what role incentives play in increasing vehicle affordability. He also shares his perspective on charging infrastructure availability.

Steve Kiefer on eradicating the scourge of distracted driving Jun 23, 2024

Ahead of the July 4th holiday, historically a deadly date on U.S. roads, the Kiefer Foundation chairman details the steps that tech companies, automakers, lawmakers and individual drivers can all take to stop distracted driving and improve traffic safety.

Chevron’s Kaustav Sinha explores multiple paths in the energy transition Jun 16, 2024

The oil company’s director of strategic partnerships details efforts in renewable fuels, hydrogen and carbon capture, examines energy and auto industry synergies, and updates Chevron's work with Toyota and Cummins.

What should an EV sound like? Jun 09, 2024

On a special episode of Shift, Automotive News staffers are contestants on a game show about electric vehicle sounds. That is followed by an explanation of the factors driving electric vehicle sound design.

Gatik’s Arjun Narang firms up plans to scale self-driving trucks Jun 02, 2024

The co-founder and chief technology officer details the latest developments in the company’s driverless operations and shares how customers are replacing Class 8 big rigs with Gatik’s box trucks on repeatable, “Middle Mile” routes.

Ford’s Lisa Drake on the EV, hybrid future May 26, 2024

Drake, Ford’s vice president of electric vehicle programs and energy supply chain, shares her outlook on the EV future amid a slowdown in sales growth and explains why systemic change is necessary to create more opportunities for women in the industry. Drake was a keynote speaker at Automotive News Leading Women conference May 21. She spoke with reporter Hannah Lutz.

Wayve’s Alex Kendall raises $1 billion for shot at self-driving breakthrough May 19, 2024

The CEO and co-founder of the U.K. automated-driving startup details a fundraising round that includes investment from SoftBank, Nvidia and Microsoft. Further, he explains the company’s ChatGPT-like approach to utilizing AI in the traffic realm.

Toyota Ventures’ Jim Adler finds fresh opportunity for mobility investments May 12, 2024

The founder and general partner of the venture-capital firm details a new $300 million infusion from its namesake automaker, separates hype from reality in the AI boom, and discussions automotive’s convergence toward the energy realm.

Gartner’s Mike Ramsey ponders Tesla’s strategy shift May 05, 2024

The vice president of automotive, transportation and cross-manufacturing at research and advisory firm Gartner Inc. breaks down the disbanding of Tesla’s EV charging team, Elon Musk’s latest robotaxi promises and the company’s fresh “AI and robotics” focus.

Amazon’s Wendy Bauer accelerates the auto industry’s AI push Apr 28, 2024

The vice president of automotive and manufacturing at Amazon Web Services (AWS) talks about the proliferation of generative AI advances across different areas of the auto industry. Further, she details efforts to ensure women thrive in auto-tech careers.

Megan Kimble probes the high price of America’s highways Apr 21, 2024

The author of “City Limits: Infrastructure, Inequality and The Future of America’s Highways” examines the financial, environmental and human costs of highway expansions, explains the way interstates are funded, and details prospects of highway removal.

Greg McGuire explores Mcity’s next chapter Apr 14, 2024

The managing director of the connected-and-autonomous vehicle test track details the facility’s evolution into a makerspace for mobility innovation that encompasses a data engine and mixed-reality tech development.

Shay Natarajan on confident mobility investing through uncertain times Apr 07, 2024

The partner at investment firm Mobility Impact Partners explains how she looks beyond transportation-tech hype when investing and details a viable path for electrification through charging and infrastructure uncertainty.

Jay Joseph sketches out Honda’s hydrogen strategy Mar 31, 2024

The vice president of sustainability and business development at American Honda Motor Inc. details the automaker’s new CR-V fuel-cell variant, an H2-focused joint venture with General Motors, and the state of hydrogen infrastructure.

Justine Johnson touts Michigan as a hub for mobility Mar 24, 2024

Michigan’s chief mobility officer shares the state's efforts to ensure that transportation is equitable, clean and innovative across land, air and waterways.

Energy Department’s Chelsea Sexton finances transportation’s future Mar 17, 2024

The program officer in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office explains how EV and energy policy gets implemented through billions in federal loans, and how that work underpins a clean-energy economy.

Impact of the DARPA Grand Challenge reverberates 20 years later Mar 10, 2024

March 13 marks the 20-year anniversary of the inaugural DARPA Grand Challenge race which catalyzed interest in self-driving technology. DARPA director Tony Tether, Carnegie Mellon University’s Red Whittaker, Waymo’s Melissa Dumas Grimm and Pronto’s Anthony Levandowski offer reflections on that race and how it steered the course of automated-driving development.

BCG’s Augustin Wegscheider explores the nuances in AV, EV forecasts Mar 03, 2024

The co-leader of Boston Consulting Group’s Center for Mobility Innovation discusses complications in deploying automated-driving technology and points to limited EV offerings a contributing factor behind a sales slowdown.

Larry Burns identifies the biggest threat to the automotive future Feb 25, 2024

The retired General Motors vice president of R&D and adviser to Google and Waymo believes the way digital technology is reshaping our lives will impact both vehicle development and whether we need vehicles at all.

Union of Concerned Scientists’ David Reichmuth unpacks the plug-in hybrid revival Feb 18, 2024

Reichmuth, a senior engineer in the organization’s Clean Transportation Program, examines if plug-in hybrids will lead to reduced emissions amid renewed interest and calls out automakers with inefficient PHEV offerings.

Morningstar and Pitchbook experts on what VC investment says about the mobility sector Feb 11, 2024

Sanjay Arya, the head of innovation for index product at Morningstar, and Jonathan Geurkink, a senior research analyst for mobility and supply chain tech at Pitchbook, explain what venture capital investment says about mobility tech and why there is optimism about a competitor for Tesla’s supercharger network.

Panasonic’s Andrew Poliak on automotive’s seismic software push Feb 04, 2024

The chief technology officer at Panasonic Automotive details advances on software-defined vehicles and what they mean for consumers.

McKinsey’s Russell Hensley confronts the ‘permacrisis’ roiling the auto industry Jan 28, 2024

The partner and co-leader of the consulting firm’s Center for Future Mobility advises automakers on navigating software, autonomy and electrification transitions amid profound changes in technology, workforce and the global world order.

Anthony Levandowski marks 2024 as the ‘year of the robot’ Jan 21, 2024

The Pronto CEO and co-founder details the merits of pursuing off-road autonomy, provides a status report on self-driving technology and explains why he founded the Way Of The Future church as a framework for harnessing artificial intelligence.

Software-defined vehicle tech takes driver’s seat at CES Jan 14, 2024

“Software-defined vehicle” was much more than a buzzwordy catchphrase at CES. From Las Vegas, Elektrobit CEO Maria Anhalt and Qualcomm VP and head of software product management detail rapid advances and growing importance in auto software.

Michael Dunne charts China’s automotive ascendance Jan 07, 2024

The expert on Asia’s automakers and CEO of Dunne Insights warns that traditional automakers not named Tesla should be “terrified” of BYD across the globe. Further, he explains how China came to dominate battery materials and technology in the burgeoning EV market.

Clarios CEO Mark Wallace on the enduring role of low-voltage batteries in an EV era Dec 31, 2023

The Clarios CEO examines the growing importance of low-voltage batteries in fully electric vehicles, how recycling may ease geopolitical tensions the promise and realities of new battery chemistries.

Matt Markel wrings new innovation from an old technology Dec 24, 2023

The Spartan Radar CEO details how his company’s software serves as “eyeglasses” for conventional radar, vastly improving performance in the real world. Plus, he offers up an ideal holiday gift suggestion for budding engineers.

Gabe Klein explains the government's role as an EV charging catalyst Dec 17, 2023

Gabe Klein, executive director of the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation, argues that there is no electric vehicle sales slowdown. The segment is growing, and the charging infrastructure to support it will be “private sector-led and government-enabled,” he said.

Katelyn Foley rethinks the way transportation startups come to life Dec 10, 2023

The UP.Labs president details the thinking behind a “venture lab,” which custom-develops startups for companies like Porsche and Alaska Airlines. Further, she warns automakers and suppliers of fragility within their supply chains.

Phil Koopman outlines next steps for Cruise and the self-driving industry Dec 03, 2023

The Carnegie Mellon University professor and embedded systems expert makes recommendations on how GM subsidiary Cruise can improve its transparency and trust. Further, he says it’s time the entire industry develops a new safety message.

Mobileye’s Amnon Shashua eyes profits on road to full autonomy Nov 26, 2023

The CEO of the Israeli auto-tech company explains how driver-assist technology provides a financial bridge toward a self-driving future. He further details the rollout of SuperVision in China and assesses the state of the robotaxi industry.

Daimler Truck North America’s Rakesh Aneja Nov 19, 2023

The head of eMobility at Daimler discussed why the company is developing battery electric and hydrogen solutions at the same time, and how hydrogen combustion engine technology is a zero-emission solution with a lower barrier to entry for many fleets.

Plus CEO David Liu on the long haul toward fully automated trucks Nov 12, 2023

The CEO and founder of Plus describes his company’s evolutionary approach toward developing automated-driving technology. Further, he provides updates on work with partners like Amazon, Bosch, Cummings and more, and what’s ahead for Plus in 2024.

SAFE’s Allanté Whitmore: electric AVs can take a big bite out of pollution Nov 05, 2023

The director of the Autonomous Vehicles Initiative at thinktank Securing America’s Future Energy outlines findings of a new case study that shows how electric AVs could dramatically reduce air and noise pollution in San Francisco.

Bryant Walker Smith on Cruise’s suspension and what it means for the self-driving industry Oct 29, 2023

University of South Carolina law professor Bryant Walker Smith, an expert on legalities of automated driving, dissects the California DMV’s suspension of Cruise’s driverless permits and details the best ways to build a transparent and trustworthy safety culture.

EV slowdown fears mount, Hydrogen Hubs winners revealed and Cruise sets sights on Tokyo Oct 22, 2023

Automotive News reporters Pete Bigelow and Hannah Lutz dissect a busy week of news on the electrification and autonomous-vehicle frontiers. Plus, they discuss Pete’s visit with the Toyota Research Institute and Hannah’s takeaways from the GlobalData Automotive Outlook Conference.

Greg Winfree explains how Texas became a transportation technology hotbed Oct 15, 2023

The Texas A&M Transportation Institute director details autonomous-vehicle deployments in the Lone Star State, examines how new technology can reach users in an equitable way, and sheds light on the fragility of GPS.

Nth Cycle’s Megan O’Connor uses new tech to boost EV metals supply Oct 08, 2023

The co-founder and CEO of the refining technology startup details the supply squeeze for nickel and cobalt. She describes how her company can pioneer domestic production while decarbonizing dirty recycling and mining processes.

Tony Posawatz plugs EVs into grid resilience blueprints Oct 01, 2023

The Fermata Energy CEO explains how car owners can reap financial rewards from vehicle-to-grid technology while bolstering the electric grid. Further, the former General Motors executive recounts his time developing the Chevy Volt.

David Zipper on the problems with 'vehicular obesity' Sep 24, 2023

The writer and visiting fellow at Harvard University’s Kennedy School details the financial, safety and climate-related costs associated with pickups and SUVs and the potential of minicars and micromobility to change transportation.

Legal landscape around automated driving remains murky Sep 17, 2023

Automakers are introducing more sophisticated driving systems that complicate determining who or what may be held liable in the event of incidents. ZF board member Martin Fischer, Butzel attorney Jennifer Dukarski and Carnegie Mellon professor Phil Koopman scrutinize the details in a discussion pulled from last week’s Automotive News Congress in Detroit.

Margo Oge underscores the urgency behind reducing emissions Sep 10, 2023

The chair of the International Council on Clean Transportation discusses her role in spurring change at Volkswagen following the company’s emissions-cheating scandal and says 2023 marks a critical juncture in a shift toward green mobility.

BlueSpace.ai’s Christine Moon forges a fresh approach to autonomy Sep 03, 2023

The president and co-founder of BlueSpace.ai offers an alternate path to developing self-driving software, shares lessons learned from her first startup experience, and details the state of driverless deployments in San Francisco.

How technology could change the makeup of the auto industry Aug 27, 2023

Thilo Koslowski, board member for Arbe and a longtime industry advisor, says traditional automakers must change their cultures and attitudes now to keep their status in the future. He predicts that 10 percent of legacy automakers will be redefined or defunct because they failed to embrace the digital transformation.

Reporter roundtable: San Francisco braces for robotaxi rollout and EV charging disappoints drivers Aug 19, 2023

Automotive News reporters Hannah Lutz, Molly Boigon, and Pete Bigelow discuss the latest stories in the mobility realm, including Waymo and Cruise increasing their San Francisco robotaxi businesses and the EV charging problems revealed by a recent J.D. Power customer survey.

SBD Automotive’s Robert Fisher on why EV range anxiety might be overstated Aug 14, 2023

SBD Automotive’s domain principal for EV discusses to what extent vehicle owners view their brands as leaders in sustainability, why software is a stronger motivator for EV purchases in China, and how increasing awareness about the environmental costs of battery production might impact adoption.

Jeff Farrah on the “immense challenge” facing the self-driving industry Aug 07, 2023

The executive director of the Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association discusses the anti-AV sentiment brewing in California, efforts to revive federal legislation, and what self-driving tech’s rollout says about American competitiveness.

General Motors’ Charlie Freese on the potential for hydrogen fuel cells Jul 30, 2023

The executive director of GM’s hydrogen fuel cell business highlights the automaker’s decades-long history with fuel cell technology, explains when to use fuel cells vs. electric vehicle batteries and shares how GM is taking the technology to other industries. The episode is part of an Automotive News project on hydrogen fuel cell technology.

Motional’s Balajee Kannan on what it takes to run a robotaxi business Jul 23, 2023

The vice president of autonomy at Motional, a joint venture between Hyundai and Aptiv, breaks down the company’s “measured” approach to using self-driving technology to underpin a revenue-generating business.

Qmerit’s Tracy Price says EV charger electrician shortage could complicate rollout Jul 17, 2023

The convergence of “megawatts and megabytes” requires a new skillset for electricians who will install and maintain the nation’s emerging network of EV chargers, says Price, CEO of Qmerit. Price highlights the challenges to recruiting and quickly training EV charger technicians, identifies charging differences in urban, suburban, and rural areas, and explains why some automakers likely felt like they had to add Tesla’s charging connectors.

Reporter roundtable: Vigilantes thwart San Francisco AVs, Lordstown's beef with Foxconn Jul 09, 2023

Automotive News reporters Pete Bigelow and Molly Boigon discuss robotaxi problems in San Francisco, Volkswagen’s return to Austin, Texas, Lordstown’s Chapter 11 filing and progress along the Energy Department’s hydrogen roadmap.

Navier’s Sampriti Bhattacharyya says waterways are the new highways Jul 02, 2023

The CEO and co-founder of the electric, hydrofoiling boat startup Navier explores the quiet potential of e-boats in marine transportation and how better utilized waterways can carry both passengers and goods, alleviating on-road traffic.

Dawn Project’s Dan O’Dowd takes on Tesla Jun 25, 2023

The Green Hills Software CEO and The Dawn Project founder catalogs his concerns about the safety of Tesla’s Autopilot and “Full Self Driving” driver-assistance systems. He further scrutinizes the problems associated with software in safety-critical systems.

TeraWatt’s Neha Palmer plans to charge EV fleets across America Jun 18, 2023

The CEO and co-founder of TeraWatt infrastructure discusses the upcoming launch of a fleet-focused charging network, working with utility companies to meet power needs, and raising $1.1 billion to accelerate electrification efforts.

Department of Energy’s Michael Berube on the push toward decarbonizing transportation Jun 11, 2023

The deputy assistant secretary provides a status report on the DOE’s Hydrogen Hub initiative, the role of the national laboratories in researching new battery technology and progress toward electrification across America.

Joby Aviation’s Eric Allison foresees air mobility taking off in 2025 Jun 04, 2023

The head of product at the eVTOL startup breaks down the FAA certification process, discusses the company’s partnerships with Delta Air Lines and Uber, and explains how Toyota, a key investor, has imprinted its culture onto Joby’s plans to scale.

Zoox’s Amanda Prescott on the regulatory road ahead for robotaxis May 28, 2023

The vice president of homologation, vehicle safety and feature integration at Zoox describes the process the company used for self-certifying that its robotaxi conforms with federal standards and the status of the company’s self-driving deployments.

Beth Osborne explains how U.S. roads became 'Dangerous By Design' May 21, 2023

The vice president of transportation at Smart Growth America explores the role car-centric infrastructure plays in a growing traffic-fatality crisis, and how drivers are often blamed for errors that would be prevented by better design.

Blink Charging’s Brendan Jones on building a reliable charger network May 14, 2023

The president and CEO of Blink Charging discusses his company’s new contract with the U.S. Postal Service, his time spent launching the Nissan Leaf and global charging needs in an age of electrification.

Daimler’s John O’Leary and Nikola CEO Michael Lohscheller at ACT Expo May 07, 2023

John O’Leary, Daimler Truck North America’s CEO, and Michael Lohscheller, Nikola’s CEO, both spoke to Automotive News at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo in Anaheim. They discuss charging and fueling infrastructure challenges, the role of hydrogen in long-haul trucking and competition in the industry.

Mike Ramsey on the emerging business model reshaping the auto industry Apr 30, 2023

The VP for automotive and smart mobility at research firm Gartner discusses how new functions-as-a-service business models and a Right To Repair Law are changing the way everyone thinks about car ownership.

Joseph Vellone on how EV drivers and utilities can make the most of the electrical grid Apr 23, 2023

Joseph Vellone, the head of North America at ev.energy, explains how smart charging can help reduce strain on the electrical grid. He says different regional utilities face different challenges, including weather and grid capabilities.

Jodi Searl on what EV customers are missing at the dealership Apr 16, 2023

Jodi Searl, the vice president of industry solutions and client value for automotive at Medallia offers her advice for meeting the needs of customers looking at electric vehicles. She says there are reams of driver data that can inform companies, and EV drivers have a particular set of needs.

Shira Sarid-Hausirer on surprising security vulnerabilities for electric vehicles Apr 09, 2023

Upstream Security’s Vice President of Marketing evaluates automakers’ commitment to fighting cybersecurity threats and the double-edged sword of connectivity. White-hat hackers, she says, are playing an important role in rooting out threats.

Center for Sustainable Energy's John Gartner on lessons for EV charger installation at scale Apr 02, 2023

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Dr. Yan Li on the tension between convenience and safety for e-bikes and e-scooters Mar 26, 2023

The CEO of NIU Technologies discusses the growth of the micro-mobility market and the public’s changing perceptions of solutions like bikes and scooters. The technology’s cool factor, he said, encourages new users but might have a downside.

Alan Amici on why advanced tech lacks widespread adoption Mar 19, 2023

The president and CEO of the Center for Automotive Research (CAR), talks about a recent report on the state of advanced driver-assistance systems, autonomous vehicles and connectivity. Among the barriers to more widespread adoption, he says, is consumer skepticism.

Nvidia gets into in-vehicle gaming, factory 'digital twins' Mar 12, 2023

Danny Shapiro, vice president of automotive at Nvidia, explains how Nvidia uses digital tools to help design, build and drive cars. He also shares how the company went back to its gaming roots to launch an in-vehicle gaming system.

Sila’s Gene Berdichevsky pioneers next-generation battery materials Mar 05, 2023

The CEO and co-founder of battery technology company Sila Nanotechnologies describes his company’s materials breakthrough, ongoing work with Mercedes-Benz and how he went from a childhood in the Ukraine to Tesla.

Researcher Ashley Nunes finds blind spots in EV transition efforts Feb 26, 2023

The researcher fellow at the Harvard Law School and Breakthrough Institute director examines the effectiveness of the Inflation Reduction Act, urges more focus on electric-vehicle affordability, and foresees a long road ahead for meaningful carbon-reduction efforts.

Tenet’s Alex Liegl on solving the EV affordability problem Feb 19, 2023

The CEO and founder of the financing and loan startup discusses the attributes of EVs not often considered by traditional lenders and how recent Tesla and Ford price cuts alter the cost competitiveness of electric vehicles.

Bryan Reimer examines the balance between safety and convenience in driver-assistance technology Feb 12, 2023

The MIT research scientist discusses his work with the Advanced Vehicle Technology Consortium probing how new driver-assistance tech influences human behavior, and how these systems differ by manufacturer.

Celina Mikolajczak explores the battery challenges ahead in the EV transition Feb 05, 2023

Lyten’s chief battery technology officer discusses the limits of conventional lithium ion technology, the arduous process of manufacturing battery cells and how she dreamed of batteries during her time at Tesla.

Don Burnette navigates the road toward self-driving truck deployments Jan 29, 2023

The Kodiak Robotics CEO and co-founder discusses economic headwinds facing the autonomous-driving industry, how his company is positioned to avoid them and the timeline for deploying driverless trucks in commercial service.

Siyu Huang previews what solid-state battery breakthroughs bring to the EV transition Jan 22, 2023

The CEO and co-founder of Factorial Energy details the increased energy density and safety offered by solid-state batteries, her company’s work with Stellantis, Mercedes-Benz and Hyundai, and how solid-state may “leapfrog” today’s lithium-ion status quo.

Shawn McLaughlin on the big benefits unlocked by bidirectional charging Jan 15, 2023

The Emporia Energy CEO details how cars can pull double duty as energy storage devices in an EV era, the challenges ahead for the electric grid and how he’s building products for a “future that has yet to come.”

EVs reach an inflection point at CES Jan 08, 2023

CES placed a spotlight on the momentum electric vehicles are gaining across transportation. Shift host Pete Bigelow discussed the trends and challenges with the Electric Drive Transportation Association’s Genevieve Cullen, Panasonic’s Andrew Poliak, Navier’s Sampriti Bhattacharyya and Blink Charging’s Brendan Jones on the ground in Las Vegas.

Virginia’s Madhur Behl pushes the envelope in robot race cars Jan 01, 2023

The University of Virginia professor previews the upcoming Indy Autonomous Challenge at CES, discusses his work with the Cavalier Autonomous Racing team and explores how self-driving technology might migrate from racing to robotaxis.

Aurora’s Kendra Phillips writes the playbook for self-driving truck service Dec 11, 2022

The vice president of service delivery for self-driving tech company Aurora Innovation explains how autonomy can help double the utilization rates in trucking and what it takes behind the scenes to run a self-driving operation.

Praveen Penmetsa drives EV and autonomous innovations into farming Dec 04, 2022

The CEO and co-founder of Monarch Tractor explores the use of connected, autonomous and electric-vehicle technology in agriculture, details how a V2G-enabled Toyota Prius sparked a big idea, and highlights the start of production with Foxconn.

JB Straubel on recycling’s role in fortifying the EV future Nov 27, 2022

The Redwood Materials founder and CEO details a breakthrough battery-materials deal with Panasonic, explains how recycling bolsters a domestic electric-vehicle supply chain and reflects on his tenure as Tesla’s chief technology officer.

Jan Becker accelerates the arrival of software-defined vehicles Nov 20, 2022

The president, CEO and co-founder of startup Apex.Ai advises automakers in adapting to a software-dominated world, discusses his work helping to author the Levels of Automation and details his work on self-driving tech a decade before the DARPA challenges.

From sea to space, GM stretches itself beyond cars Nov 13, 2022

General Motors vice president Travis Hester details the plans behind GM Energy, a new business unit focused on energy storage and distribution. Then GM’s Bill Mack explains how the company uses its battery tech and components across transportation.

Keith Phillips lays groundwork of America’s domestic EV supply chain Nov 06, 2022

The Piedmont Lithium CEO discusses how a $141.7 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy helps accelerate a lithium project already underway, and how a shortage of raw materials for batteries may hamper the auto industry.

Ellen Carey shines a spotlight on EV supply chain accountability Oct 30, 2022

The vice president for global policy and public affairs at Circulor explains how new technology can precisely track emissions, prevent exploitative mining practices, and help automakers prove they meet Inflation Reduction Act requirements.

Sara Baldwin provides a primer on the Inflation Reduction Act’s EV impact Oct 23, 2022

The electrification director at nonprofit thinktank Energy Innovation charts the path forward for understanding how the far-reaching IRA affects electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, raw material production and U.S. power grid.

Alex Mueller of IIHS explains how drivers use – and sometimes misuse – partially automated systems Oct 16, 2022

The research scientist at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety delves into her new report on motorists’ habits involving three leading driver-assistance systems and discusses the complexities of human and machine collaboration behind the wheel.

Zipcar co-founder Robin Chase envisions a future beyond car dependency Oct 09, 2022

The serial transportation entrepreneur discusses the promise of electric micromobility, finding joy in transportation and why “infrastructure is destiny.”

Assembly Ventures’ Chris Thomas on Detroit’s role in the new mobility world Oct 02, 2022

The co-founder and partner of the transportation-focused venture capital firm discusses investing amid uncertainty, how the Motor City will evolve in the transition to EVs, and the accelerating bifurcation of worldwide supply chains.

Starting from scratch, Harbinger CEO John Harris seeks EV middle ground Sep 25, 2022

The co-founder of the new electric vehicle startup details his focus on the medium-duty commercial market, a fast track toward production and the importance of designing a vehicle from the ground up.

Sarah Nielsen on readying the grid for EV charging demand Sep 16, 2022

The executive director of electric vehicle programs at Consumers Energy discusses the role utility companies play in meeting consumer expectations for electric vehicles and details the need for a resilient power grid.

Laura Chace touts technology’s role in thwarting traffic deaths Sep 11, 2022

The president and CEO of ITS America details the life-saving potential of V2X technology, explains why it’s taking so long to bring connected-car tech to the market, and urges a fresh mindset on the concept of infrastructure.

Author Patrick McGinty keeps self-driving cars alive in science fiction Sep 04, 2022

McGinty, an English professor at Slippery Rock University, recently wrote his debut novel, “Test Drive,” about an autonomous-vehicle safety driver in Pittsburgh. He discusses the book and explores the muddled language so often used to describe self-driving tech.

Selika Josiah Talbott on building a reliable, equitable transportation system Aug 28, 2022

The consultant and transportation strategist argues in favor of creating a “czar” who oversees AV and EV policy efforts across the federal government, and underscores the importance of pushing beyond one-size-fits-all transportation technology.

Rewiring America's Ari Matusiak on Inflation Reduction Act and future of electrification Aug 21, 2022

The former Obama White House official says his company's goal to "electrify everything" isn't just optimistic, it's also a practical and realistic vision for the future. And he says President Joe Biden's signing of the Inflation Reduction Act is a game-changer that will propel America toward that new reality.

Upstream Security CEO Yoav Levy on automotive cyber threats Aug 14, 2022

Levy says the threat of cyber attacks on vehicles, technology and infrastructure is getting worse, not better. He talks about what the nature of those threats looks like in 2022, as well as Upsteam Security's work with automakers to address these pressing issues.

Levi Tillemann on America’s bold step into its next EV chapter Aug 08, 2022

The inventor, author, and vice president of policy and international outreach at Ample dissects the proposed Inflation Reduction Act and explains what the bill’s passage would mean for the auto industry and efforts to build a domestic supply chain.

Sara Martin says EV charging equipment doesn’t have to be boring Jul 31, 2022

The design center director for Atom Power and principal at Open Door Architecture discusses the effect of electric vehicles on commercial architecture and integrating charging equipment into public spaces in creative ways.

Sam Abuelsamid examines whether AVs, EVs are ready for prime time Jul 24, 2022

The principal research analyst at Guidehouse Insights discusses the state of the robotaxi industry, his annual autonomous-vehicle leaderboard rankings, and whether consumer are ready to embrace electric vehicles.

Kyle Wiens fights for the right to repair cars Jul 17, 2022

The co-founder and CEO of online repair community iFixit describes the auto industry’s attempts to use copyright law to restrict who can repair cars. He further explores the meaning of ownership in a software-defined era.

Kelly Funkhouser clears confusion around driver-assist systems Jul 10, 2022

The manager of vehicle technology at Consumer Reports sheds light on federal reports related to crashes involving driver-assist systems and clarifies terminology that manufacturer and drivers use in describing new features and in-car tech.

Author Jessie Singer rebuffs our notion of ‘accidents’ Jul 03, 2022

The journalist and author delves into the details of her new book, “There Are No Accidents,” and explains how the word protects the status quo and hinders us in taking pragmatic steps to thwart preventable crashes.

Inrix’s Avery Ash on data’s role in combatting traffic deaths Jun 26, 2022

The head of global public policy at traffic analytics company Inrix details a new partnership with General Motors which combines data from cars on the road with other information to provide insights on road safety and help cities thwart trouble spots.

BrightDrop’s Rachad Youssef on the electric delivery vehicle market Jun 19, 2022

General Motors is trying to capture a sizable slice of the delivery market with BrightDrop electric vans. BrightDrop Chief Product Officer Rachad Youssef hints at BrightDrop’s plans for the future and the opportunity within the delivery and logistics market.

WiTricity’s Alex Gruzen on the ease of wireless EV charging Jun 12, 2022

The CEO of the wireless charging company unveils a $25 million strategic investment from Siemens, infrastructure needed to support electric vehicles, and why wireless options are imperative for people with disabilities.

David Woessner on mobility’s new reality Jun 05, 2022

The investor and advisor at FutureOf details the financial straits facing many electric-vehicle companies, explains why autonomous vehicles remain a long-term endeavor and explores the mobility opportunities that remain.

Kristin Dziczek on the three variables shaping EV adoption May 29, 2022

The automotive policy advisor with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago discusses the ways in which electric vehicles must reach parity with their conventional counterparts to ensure a widespread growth trajectory.

Maniv Mobility’s Michael Granoff finds EVs in a Better Place (Episode 149) May 22, 2022

The founder and managing director of venture capital firm Maniv Mobility explores Israel’s role in advancing auto-tech and reflects on his experience with one-time electric-vehicle startup Better Place.

Luminar's Austin Russell envisions lidar as a ‘21st century seatbelt’ (Episode 148) May 15, 2022

The founder and CEO of Luminar Technologies lays out lidar’s role in dramatically reducing traffic deaths, the company’s march toward industrialization and a new deal with Nissan that brings lidar to the mass market.

McKinsey’s Eric Hannon on the auto industry’s path to net zero (Episode 147) May 08, 2022

The partner in McKinsey & Co.’s Center for Future Mobility explores the opportunity and risks for automakers in an EV-dominant future and the urgency needed in accelerating that transition.

Goodyear Ventures’ Erin Spring on investing in mobility startups (Episode 146) May 01, 2022

The senior director of new ventures at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. explains the strategy behind her fund’s portfolio, innovating at a 123-year-old company and where the rubber meets the road ahead.

Tom Stephenson on the burgeoning hydrogen economy (Episode 145) Apr 24, 2022

The chairman and CEO of Pajarito Powder explains hydrogen’s role in thwarting climate change and impacting energy security. He further details how hydrogen fuel cell vehicles complement rather than compete with battery electrics.

Angie Schmitt sketches a blueprint for safer streets (Episode 144) Apr 17, 2022

The founder of transportation consulting company 3MPH and author of “Right Of Way” explains what’s behind a substantial increase in pedestrian deaths and details the best ways for moving communities beyond car-centric infrastructure.

Anuja Sonalker touts the allure of automated parking (Episode 143) Apr 10, 2022

The founder and CEO of Steer Tech details her company’s new AV pilot project with Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, explores the state of automotive cyber security and explains why “convenience is a narcotic” for consumers.

Embark’s Alex Rodrigues maps a path toward self-driving trucks at scale (Episode 142) Apr 03, 2022

Fresh off the company’s first-ever earnings call, the co-founder and CEO of Embark Trucks outlines the route to commercialization, how trucks handle construction zones and why Embark partnered with a major real-estate firm.

Michael DeKort concerned over blind spots in self-driving industry (Episode 141) Mar 27, 2022

The founder and chief technology officer at Dactle and one-time Lockheed Martin whistleblower questions gaming-derived approaches to simulation and details why he thinks there are danger signs ahead for the autonomous-tech industry.

Mary Nichols on the pursuit of a zero-emissions future (Episode 140) Mar 20, 2022

The former chair of the California Air Resources Board discusses the restoration of California’s authority to set stringent emissions requirements, her work with Ford CEO Jim Farley at the Coalition for Reimagined Mobility and whether EVs move the U.S. toward energy independence.

Andy Kunz makes the case for high-speed rail in the U.S. (Episode 139) Mar 13, 2022

The president and CEO of the U.S. High Speed Rail Association details how super-fast trains could help alleviate traffic congestion on the road and in the air, discusses the nation's historic investment in Amtrak and examines rail’s role in global economic competitiveness.

Argonne's Jessica Durham on 'end of life' planning for lithium-ion batteries (Episode 138) Mar 06, 2022

The Argonne National Lab materials scientist outlines how batteries can be recycled without sacrificing profits, how technology borrowed from mining can be used to extract value from old cells, the promise of solid-state, and why the U.S. is on track to meet its goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

NTSB’s Robert Molloy on the fragile promise of connected vehicles (Episode 137) Feb 27, 2022

The director of the National Transportation Safety Board’s Highway Safety Office explains how V2X communications could have prevented a multi-vehicle crash in Pennsylvania, and how connected-car tech could someday save lives on U.S. roads.

Author Peter Norton urges self-reflection from self-driving industry (Episode 136) Feb 20, 2022

The University of Virginia professor and author of “Autonorama: The Illusory Promise Of High-Tech Driving” details a decades-long history of autonomous-driving promises and scrutinizes America's car-dependent transportation system.

Cheng Lu details TuSimple’s ‘Driver Out’ autonomous truck tests (Episode 135) Feb 13, 2022

The CEO of the publicly traded self-driving truck company recounts the latest driverless tests in Arizona, discusses a key partnership with Union Pacific Railroad and explains how TuSimple’s business model differs from those of competitors.

Andrew Maynard on balancing risk with innovation in transportation (Episode 134) Feb 06, 2022

The Arizona State University professor and director of the Risk Innovation Lab discusses the ideas of risk and safety in driving, the advent of new technology like Tesla’s “Full Self Driving” beta system, and the role of regulation in a software age.

Garlin Gilchrist on Michigan’s role in securing GM’s historic EV bet (Episode 133) Jan 30, 2022

Michigan’s lieutenant governor explains the state’s unprecedented $600 million direct grant for General Motors’ EV expansion, discusses the state’s readiness for an electric-vehicle influx and describes government efforts to support transportations startups.

Regina Clewlow on micromobility’s role in reshaping cities (Episode 132) Jan 23, 2022

The CEO and co-founder of mobility data platform startup Populus discusses how city transportation departments manage mobility, the underappreciated value of curb space and the future of shared transportation.

Kristin Slanina “stress tests” EV readiness on Charge Across America (Episode 131) Jan 16, 2022

The managing director of last fall’s Charge Across America competition discusses the cross-country race, and what it reveals about the state of U.S. infrastructure at a time electric vehicle sales are proliferating.

John Deere's Deanna Kovar on revolutionizing farming through automation (Episode 130) Jan 09, 2022

After a groundbreaking CES, John Deere's VP of production and precision AG production systems explains why the company's fully autonomous tractor could have the same impact on farming as moving beyond horses 100 years ago, and why the new technology is critical to feeding a growing population.

CES Episode #4: Brunswick's David Foulkes makes a case for marine-auto tech collaboration Jan 06, 2022

The former Ford engineer, now CEO of the recreational boating leader, describes how the marine industry is adopting connected, autonomous, shared and electrified transportation to help navigate situations such as docking, anchoring and classifying objects in the water. He also talks about moving quickly from an in-person booth at CES to a virtual one.

CES Episode #3: Voltaiq’s Tal Shoklapper on the marriage between batteries and Big Data Jan 06, 2022

The CEO and co-founder of the battery-intelligence startup discusses battery analytics, what information automakers should glean about real-world performance and why battery cells are like living, breathing beings.

CES Episode #2: TTP’s Tom Jellicoe on the innovation influx in vehicle sensors Jan 04, 2022

The head of autonomous technology at the U.K. design and testing firm outlines the latest advances in lidar and radar, provides insight on CES sensor developments and details the power of ultrasonic technology to keep sensors clean.

CES Episode #1: Paul Mitchell previews the Indy Autonomous Challenge Jan 03, 2022

Mitchell, CEO of Energy Systems Network, co-sponsor of the Jan. 7 event, discusses why high-speed racing is an "awesome platform" to test autonomous vehicle components and software, develop a world-class talent pipeline for the AV industry and build on the groundbreaking example of the DARPA challenges.

Gary Shapiro previews CES, ponders the state of American innovation (Episode 129) Dec 20, 2021

Gary Shapiro previews CES, ponders the state of American innovationShapiro, president and CEO of the Consumer Technology Association, which runs CES, explains what showgoers can expect in Las Vegas, notes transportation-related highlights and discusses U.S. global competitiveness in the technology realm.

Kiwibot's Felipe Chavez Cortes on the rising prominence of delivery bots (Episode 128) Dec 12, 2021

Felipe Chavez Cortes, CEO and co-founder of Kiwibot, explains the economic case for last-mile robots, how bots can provide safety data for cities and how he’s building the “internet of atoms.”

Self-driving trucks might soon alleviate the supply-chain squeeze (Episode 127) Dec 06, 2021

From easing the driver shortage to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, Finch Fulton, VP of policy and strategy at Locomation, and Andrew Smith, CEO at Outrider, foresee automation offering substantial benefits in the trucking realm. They outline two distinct approaches to the market in the near term.Here’s the article Finch referenced on upcoming truck driver pay changes: https://locomation.ai/upcoming-driver-pay-changes-that-will-reshape-the-trucking-industry-locomation-customers-will-be-ready/

Waymo’s Trent Victor reconstructs deadly crashes to inform AV safety (Episode 126) Nov 29, 2021

Trent Victor, director of safety research and best practices, dives into Waymo’s efforts to simulate how its virtual driver would have performed in real-life crash scenarios culled from its metro Phoenix operating area. He also details his previous work on crash avoidance at Volvo.

Cox Automotive's Vanessa Ton on lowering EV ownership barriers (Episode 125) Nov 21, 2021

The senior manager of research and market intelligence discusses Cox's latest EV study; how dealers play a vital role in EV buying decisions, despite feeling ill-prepared; the growing importance of styling, and why going electric isn't as expensive as people think.

Grayson Brulte: Mobility businesses should place big bets on premium experiences (Episode 124) Nov 14, 2021

Brulte, mobility strategist and consultant, details how autonomous-vehicle operators can expand profit margins from unique experiences, how providers can provide more seamless charging for EV owners and whether Rivian can challenge Tesla.

Raunaq Bose teaches the human side of automated driving (Episode 123) Nov 07, 2021

Bose, chief technology officer of U.K. startup Humanising Autonomy, describes how AI helps AVs understand the intentions of pedestrians, how pedestrian behavior differs among cultures and how that intelligence can lead to safer streets.

Olaf Sakkers urges a faster shift from car ownership to ‘trip economy’ (Episode 122) Oct 31, 2021

Olaf Sakkers, general partner at mobility-minded venture-capital firm Red Blue Capital, considers progress toward pollution-reduction targets in terms of electric miles rather than electric-vehicle sales. He further advocates for a bolder U.S. infrastructure proposal.

Nuro’s Greg Rogers on the crossroads of food policy and transportation (Episode 121) Oct 24, 2021

Greg Rogers, public policy manager at Nuro, explains how the company uses its robots to deliver fresh groceries, discusses the climate for AV laws in Washington D.C. and details how his experience as a ride-hailing driver influenced his views on transportation.

Chelsey Colbert on new 'gold standard' for transportation data privacy (Episode 120) Oct 17, 2021

The policy counsel for the Future of Privacy Forum discusses the potential risks of sharing information from dockless scooter rides, the emerging debate over AI and driver monitoring cameras, and the words that "make privacy nerds bristle."

Gretchen Whitmer and Trevor Pawl outline Michigan’s mobility future (Episode 119) Oct 10, 2021

Michigan’s governor and chief mobility officer discuss the state’s current infrastructure – from road conditions to electric-vehicle chargers – and detail new initiatives designed to ready the state for the proliferation of EVs.

PitchBook’s Asad Hussain sketches ‘early innings’ of a mobility transformation (Episode 118) Oct 03, 2021

Asad Hussain, senior mobility analyst at financial data company PitchBook, discusses Ford’s recent electric vehicle investments, how investors have rethought funding mobility startups and the future of transportation beyond cars.

From Ford to photonics: Shauna McIntyre bridges automotive and lidar realms (Episode 117) Sep 26, 2021

The CEO of lidar company Sense Photonics discusses why the company stands out in a crowded field, her experiences working for Ford Motor Co. and the importance of manufacturing expertise in lidar.

Plug In America on the missing links between consumers and car dealers (Episode 116) Sep 22, 2021

Joel Levin and Kat Urquhart from Plug In America, explain the underappreciated role dealerships play in increasing electric vehicle sales, how their PlugStar program trains sales staff, and preview the upcoming National Drive Electric Week.

Archer Aviation's Geoff Bower sees smooth skies for air-mobility era (Episode 115) Sep 20, 2021

The chief engineer of Archer Aviation discusses the company’s recent FAA certification milestone, his work with global automaker Stellantis, and why humans will remain in the cockpit for the foreseeable future.

How Aurora and Volvo's self-driving truck partnership actually works (Episode 114) Sep 12, 2021

Sterling Anderson, co-founder of Aurora, and Nils Jaeger, president of Volvo Autonomous Solutions, delve into the technical details of integrating an automated-driving system and truck platform and discuss the business case for hub-to-hub freight transportation.

Clare Jones explores the three words that can change transportation (Episode 113) Sep 05, 2021

The chief operating officer of What3Words examines the shortcomings of traditional street addresses, the power of new microlocation tools and what's possible when the world is divided into three-meter squares.

How 5G could make the car a 'phone on wheels' (Episode 112) Sep 01, 2021

Hakan Ekmen and Navid Firouz of engineering and consulting company umlaut discuss the "impressive" strides being made in fifth-generation wireless, 5G's potential to improve safety and enhance the in-vehicle experience and the company's latest research into digital cockpits.

Ouster’s Angus Pacala intends to put lidar on ‘every moving thing on earth’ (Episode 111) Aug 29, 2021

The CEO discusses the wide range of market opportunities, from mining to robotrucks; taking the SPAC route to public trading, navigating the chip crisis, and why “it's better to be selling the pickaxes in the gold rush.”

Zoox’s Mark Rosekind says safety and innovation go hand in hand (Episode 110) Aug 22, 2021

Zoox chief safety innovation officer Mark Rosekind explains his curious job title, reflects on his work as NHTSA administrator and NTSB board member, and describes his efforts to curb traffic deaths nationwide.

Mandy Bishop reflects on what Columbus learned from the Smart City Challenge (Episode 109) Aug 15, 2021

Five years after Columbus, Ohio, won the $50 million Smart City Challenge, program manager Mandy Bishop details the successes and challenges in implementing next-generation transportation technology.

U.S. DOE's Michael Berube on the quest for a clean-transportation future (Episode 108) Aug 08, 2021

The deputy assistant secretary for sustainable transportation in the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy discusses the need for better batteries, why automation can reduce pollution, the advent of zero-emission airplanes and a hydrogen energy 'Earthshot.'

Lyft’s Jody Kelman on ride-hailing’s role in delivering the autonomous future (Episode 107) Aug 01, 2021

Jody Kelman, head of Lyft’s autonomous division, details the company’s new deal with Ford and Argo AI, explains business insights gathered from driving data and recounts her first ride in a self-driving vehicle.

Our Next Energy's Mujeeb Ijaz on doubling the range of electric vehicles (Episode 106) Jul 25, 2021

The veteran engineer and scientist, now CEO of a battery startup, discusses why it's critical for EVs to go longer distances, the need for a cheaper, safer and more sustainable alternative to nickel-cobalt, and why two batteries are better than one.

Trucks VC's Reilly Brennan on picking winners in the 'wild garden' of transportation (Episode 105) Jul 18, 2021

The venture capital firm's founding general partner tells why he sees opportunities in "zero-emission entrepreneurship," a growing role for driver monitoring and industrial AV players becoming more attractive targets than robotaxis.

Kodiak’s Don Burnette maps a ‘constrained’ path to self-driving success (Episode 104) Jul 11, 2021

Don Burnette, CEO and co-founder of Kodiak Robotics, discusses fresh investments from Bridgestone and BMW iVentures, Kodiak’s unique mapping strategy and building a truck-specific self-driving system.

CEO Khaled Hassounah on how battery-swapping could juice up the EV market (Episode 103) Jun 27, 2021

Hassounah's Silicon Valley startup has a Lego-like system for quickly removing and replacing battery modules. He discusses his company’s approach to swapping and what it could mean, especially for fleet and ride-share drivers.

GM’s Jeff Miller on readying Super Cruise for widespread rollout (Episode 102) Jun 20, 2021

Jeff Miller, assistant chief engineer on Super Cruise, discusses the latest on the driver-assist system’s planned deployment on more than 20 models by 2023, advances that now allow lane changing, and progress on other enhancements.

Waabi’s Raquel Urtasun underscores need for AI breakthroughs (Episode 101) Jun 13, 2021

Raquel Urtasun, former head of Uber ATG’s R&D efforts, discusses her new self-driving startup, new ways to utilize machine learning in self-driving systems and why trucks are the natural first use case for automated-driving tech.

Sibros' Hemant Sikaria on simplifying software for connected cars (Episode 100) Jun 06, 2021

Hemant Sikaria, CEO and co-founder of Sibros, sheds light on how automakers can handle complex software in cars, his role in helping Tesla pioneer over-the-air updates and how to distill meaningful insights from vehicular data.

NTSB’s Jennifer Homendy addresses the ‘public-health crisis’ on nation’s roads (Episode 99) May 30, 2021

The National Transportation Safety Board member and President Biden’s nominee to become the board’s new chair discusses increased traffic fatalities, ongoing examinations of new automotive technology and the NTSB’s “Most Wanted List” of safety improvements.

Hyundai's Pam Cohn on the connection between automakers and aviation (Episode 98) May 23, 2021

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ZF’s Christophe Marnat on enhancing auto safety with driver-support systems (Episode 97) May 16, 2021

Christophe Marnat, executive vice president of electronics and advanced safety systems at global supplier ZF, discusses the evolution of driver monitoring into occupant monitoring, clarity in naming assist systems and new advances on the sensor front.

Anthony Foxx on building the long road to transportation equity (Episode 96) May 09, 2021

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Light, Cameras, Breakthrough: Dave Grannan on 1,000-meter perception tech (Episode 95) May 02, 2021

The CEO of sensor startup Light discusses the company’s 3D camera technology, how it can perceive objects at ranges three times farther than current industry standards and its potential for improving automated-driving systems.

Researcher Liza Dixon on the perils of ‘autonowashing’ (Episode 94) Apr 25, 2021

Liza Dixon, a Ph.D. candidate studying human-machine interaction, discusses the dangers of automakers overstating the capabilities of their driver-assist systems and the delicate trust they must forge between motorists and technology.

Aerion Supersonic’s Matt Cram on ‘Speed As A Service’ (Episode 93) Apr 18, 2021

Matt Cram, chief commercial officer at Aerion Supersonic, discusses the rebirth and future of supersonic air travel and the company’s partnership-minded approach to creating a “global mobility network.”

Edwin Olson charts bold changes at May Mobility (Episode 92) Apr 11, 2021

An international expansion. A new vehicle platform. A new senior management team. May Mobility CEO Edwin Olson discusses the company’s series of changes over the past year and its overall place in the transportation ecosystem.

Raven Hernandez pioneers an EV-only ride-hailing service (Episode 91) Apr 04, 2021

Move over, Uber and Lyft? Raven Hernandez, founder and CEO of startup Earth Rides, discusses why she’s launched a Nashville ride-hailing network with Teslas, a Ford Mustang Mach-E and Polestar electric vehicles, and how she’s found quick success.

Jonathan Adkins fights latest surge in pedestrian-death crisis (Episode 90) Mar 28, 2021

Pedestrian deaths have risen by nearly 50 percent over the past decade. Jonathan Adkins, executive director of the Governors Highway Safety Association, analyses the long-running challenges, and provides fresh details on a troubling rise in fatality rates during the first six months of COVID.

Sean Harrington on the 'ideal' setting for deploying AVs (Episode 89) Mar 21, 2021

The CEO of Optimus Ride discusses his company's strategy of placing self-driving shuttles in campus environments, its plans to raise additional capital and the transition to full autonomy.

Phil Koopman proposes an easier way to talk about automated driving (Episode 88) Mar 14, 2021

Phil Koopman, co-founder and chief technology officer at Edge Case Research, offers a consumer-friendly complement to the SAE Levels of Automation. Further, he discusses safety standards for self-driving cars and methods for ensuring systems can handle rare driving scenarios.

J.D. Power's Stewart Stropp on lukewarm EV shoppers (Episode 87) Mar 07, 2021

Stewart Stropp, senior director of automotive retail, talks about the results of J.D. Power’s inaugural U.S. Electric Vehicle Consideration study. For some consumers, a Tesla isn’t always tried and true. For others, one factor that makes them hesitant about a EV is a lack of information.

Plus co-founder Shawn Kerrigan: Trucks ride a ‘continuum’ toward self-driving future (Episode 86) Feb 28, 2021

Shawn Kerrigan, chief operating officer and co-founder at trucking-tech company Plus, says his company will commercialize an advanced driver-assist system for trucks this year, and that’s a starting point on an evolution toward fully autonomous big rigs. He further discusses rising demand for freight movement amid the pandemic.

Alisyn Malek on establishing a firm foundation for EV progress (Episode 85) Feb 21, 2021

Alisyn Malek, executive director at the Commission On The Future Of Mobility, a nonprofit thinktank, discusses the infrastructure needs for electric vehicles, the role of public transit in a post-COVID world, and kickstarting a new effort to address global mobility challenges.

Using simulation and software to accelerate autonomy(Episode 84) Feb 12, 2021

Tooling has always been an auto-industry backbone. In a software era, Qasar Younis and Peter Ludwig, the CEO and CTO, respectively, at Applied Intuition, argue it’s all the more important. The two discuss software and simulation that let others develop and test AVs, and their experiences bridging Detroit and Silicon Valley.

Otonomo CEO Ben Volkow on the burgeoning marketplace for connected-car data (Episode 83) Feb 07, 2021

Otonomo CEO Ben Volkow delves into the Israeli startup’s plans to go public via a SPAC, how the company guards consumer privacy and the insights gleaned from more than 100 data points emerging from cars.

Elektrobit's Maria Anhalt on the rise of software-defined cars (Episode 82) Jan 31, 2021

Anhalt, who took the helm of Elektrobit as CEO in January, talks about the company’s approach to software-defined vehicles, its strategy for this year, and her career experience going from software development to automotive.

Motional’s Laura Major on the company’s ambitious AV strategy (Episode 81) Jan 24, 2021

Laura Major, chief technology officer of the Hyundai-Aptiv joint venture, talks about the company’s recent driverless permit approval in Nevada, its newly released voluntary safety self-assessment and its plans to deploy a robotaxi with Lyft in 2023.

Harman’s Kelei Shen on the car as a third living space (Episode 80) Jan 17, 2021

Harman Chief Technology Officer Kelei Shen talks about the company’s connected vehicle strategy, unique in-vehicle cockpit experiences and evolving consumer demands for entertainment and safety features.Open configuration options

CES Week Ep. 4 | Aptiv’s Glen De Vos on the next generation of driver assist Jan 14, 2021

Glen De Vos, Aptiv CTO, talks about the company's new platform to manage ADAS software and ways to simplify a vehicle’s electrical architecture.

CES Week Ep. 3 | Magna’s Sherif Marakby draws the blueprint for an electric future Jan 13, 2021

Sherif Marakby, executive vice president of Magna International, explains how the global supplier is building flexibility into its EV plans, talks about a new joint venture with LG and describes the company’s electric truck concept showcased at CES.

CES Week Ep. 2 | Panasonic's focus on the driver experience Jan 13, 2021

Scott Kirchner, president of Panasonic Automotive Systems, discusses the supplier’s CES innovations, such as a new head-up display, as well as the role that AI and augmented reality play in the company’s automotive strategy.

CES Week Ep. 1 | Gary Shapiro previews an all-virtual CES Jan 10, 2021

Gary Shapiro, president and CEO of the Consumer Technology Association, discusses how the organization planned a virtual CES, how the show plans to combat "Zoom fatigue," and what's ahead in auto-tech developments.

Jessica Robinson: A prepared workforce can fuel new ‘Arsenal of Mobility’ (Episode 75) Jan 03, 2021

Jessica Robinson, co-founder and board chair of the Michigan Mobility Institute, outlines the skills workers need in a new mobility economy and examines COVID-related changes in transportation trends.

USDOT sketches road rules ahead for self-driving vehicles (Episode 74) Dec 27, 2020

Finch Fulton, U.S. deputy assistant secretary for transportation policy, and NHTSA general counsel Jonathan Morrison discuss the federal government’s recent Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on automated driving systems, other AV initiatives, and new complications facing connected cars.

Why did Aurora acquire Uber ATG? Chris Urmson explains (Episode 73) Dec 20, 2020

Aurora CEO Chris Urmson delves into details on the engineering ‘horsepower’ provided by the groundbreaking acquisition, why he favors a trucking-first approach to autonomy and the versatility of the company’s virtual driver. Plus Pt. 2 of "Mobility at a Crossroads," featuring highlights from this month's Shift virtual event.

Refraction AI’s Matthew Johnson-Roberson reflects on surging delivery demand (Episode 72) Dec 13, 2020

In Part 1 of our Mobility at a Crossroads series, Matthew Johnson-Roberson, co-founder and chief technology officer of Refraction, discusses the pandemic’s impact on delivery robotics in particular and the gig economy in general. Plus, highlights from Shift's virtual event.

SAFE’s Robbie Diamond sounds alarm on China’s leadership in transportation technology (Episode 71) Dec 06, 2020

Robbie Diamond, CEO and founder of think tank Securing America’s Future Energy, discusses the intersection of transportation and energy policy, the supply chain for EV batteries and the state of American innovation and competitiveness.

Gautam Narang seeks self-driving success along the ‘middle mile’ (Episode 70) Nov 29, 2020

Gautam Narang, co-founder and CEO of self-driving truck startup Gatik, details a new partnership with Canada’s largest grocery chain and lays out the business and operational promise of concentrating on middle-ground delivery routes.

How safe is safe enough? RAND researcher Marjory Blumenthal finds no easy answer (Episode 69) Nov 22, 2020

Marjory Blumenthal, senior policy researcher at RAND Corp., discusses her latest paper on automated vehicle safety, the idea of ‘roadmanship’ and how the industry can build a strong safety culture.

Space: The Final Mobility Frontier (Episode 68) Nov 15, 2020

For Michigan’s burgeoning aerospace industry, the sky isn’t the limit. It’s the starting point. Gavin Brown, executive director of the Michigan Aerospace Manufacturers Association, details the state’s potential as a commercial space hub. Meanwhile, Adam Kall, co-founder of Kall Morris Inc., explains why his Marquette, Mich.,-based startup is laser-focused on collecting junk in space.

Intel’s Jack Weast on how math can safeguard self-driving vehicles (Episode 67) Nov 08, 2020

Jack Weast, senior principle engineer at Intel and vice president of automated vehicle standards at Mobileye, discusses driver-assist developments, including the partners' work with Geely. He also gives the lowdown on a mathematical model that provides a real-world safety framework for AVs.

Nauto’s Jennifer Haroon on the power of predictive collision alerts (Episode 66) Nov 01, 2020

Jennifer Haroon, chief operating officer at artificial-intelligence startup Nauto, discusses how driver-monitoring technology can help improve human driver habits, lower costs for fleets and anticipate and prevent collisions.

Giovanni Circella on mobility's triple revolution (Episode 65) Oct 25, 2020

Giovanni Circella, director of the 3 Revolutions Future Mobility Program at UC Davis, discusses the institute’s studies of electrification, automation, and shared mobility, the role it plays in training mobility experts, and how the pandemic is changing the landscape.

Mobility and the law: Jennifer Dukarski walks us through an emerging legal landscape (Episode 64) Oct 18, 2020

Jennifer Dukarski, an automotive technology attorney based in Ann Arbor, Mich., discusses ways automakers can mitigate in-vehicle cyberattacks, what the automotive cybersecurity regulatory landscape looks like and how the California Consumer Privacy Act affects the automotive industry.

Qualcomm’s Nakul Duggal on 5G’s increasing role in automotive (Episode 63) Oct 11, 2020

Nakul Duggal, senior vice president and GM of automotive at Qualcomm, discusses the rollout of 5G across the auto landscape, the latest on V2X communications and the company’s efforts in powering vehicle cockpits of the present and future.

Nancy Sun on Ike's long-haul approach to automated trucking (Episode 62) Oct 04, 2020

Nancy Sun, co-founder and chief engineer at Ike, discusses her work history, why the automation technology company recently started testing on roads and the meaning behind its “long-term fast” motto.

Spin's Kay Cheng provides a macro view of micromobility (Episode 61) Sep 27, 2020

Kay Cheng, head of policy initiatives at Spin, discusses micromobility in the age of coronavirus, the ideal infrastructure for e-scooters, how city streetscapes are changing and whether these changes are here to stay.

Policy expert Hilary Cain on fading hopes for AV legislation (Episode 60) Sep 20, 2020

Hilary Cain, vice president of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, discusses the importance of an AV bill, why the lack of one is hindering development and how competitive the U.S. is in terms of mobility.

BCG’s Nikolaus Lang on thwarting an ‘urban mobility meltdown’ (Episode 59) Sep 13, 2020

Nikolaus Lang, global leader of the Global Advantage practice at Boston Consulting Group and director of BCG's Center for Mobility Innovation, explains the role of self-driving vehicles in preventing urban mobility problems, the five city transportation types and why he advocates for robo-shuttles, not robotaxis.

AAA’s Greg Brannon pumps the brakes on ADAS (Episode 58) Sep 06, 2020

Greg Brannon, AAA’s director of automotive engineering and industry relations, discusses the results of the auto club's recent study on advanced driver assistance systems, how the technology interacts with pedestrians, and the latest on driver monitoring.

Autotech Ventures’ Quin Garcia on VCs, startups and investing during a pandemic (Episode 57) Aug 30, 2020

Venture capital firm’s managing director discusses ground transportation opportunities, SPAC ‘mania,’ ‘Zoom dating’ and lessons learned from the rise of Lyft and the fall of Better Place

Designated Driver’s Manuela Papadopol on an AV system “safety net” (Episode 56) Aug 23, 2020

Manuela Papadopol, CEO of Designated Driver, discusses why the industry adopted teleoperations and how the startup is augmenting AVs and human-driven vehicles alike.

Gartner’s Mike Ramsey on AVs Navigating 'The Trough Of Disillusionment' (Episode 55) Aug 17, 2020

Senior analyst Mike Ramsey discusses his consulting firm’s latest transportation-tech Hype Cycle report, realistic timelines for widespread self-driving vehicle deployments, the prospect of air taxis, and the new Jim Farley era at Ford.

WEF’s Michelle Avary on transportation’s COVID “stress test” (Episode 54) Aug 10, 2020

The head of automotive and autonomous mobility at the World Economic Forum discusses how the pandemic has upended a push for equity in mobility. She also addresses the opportunity to reimagine car-centric cities.

VectoIQ’s Steve Girsky on SPAC-tacular success (Episode 53) Aug 03, 2020

The current managing partner at VectoIQ and former General Motors vice chairman discusses the advantages of taking a company public via a Special Purpose Acquisition Company, how he wound up choosing Nikola as a SPAC partner, and his plans for the future.

Michigan’s Chief Mobility Officer on the State of Mobility (Episode 52) Jul 27, 2020

Trevor Pawl, chief mobility officer for the State of Michigan, discusses his plans in the new role, how the region’s manufacturing expertise can play a part in new mobility and how COVID-19 is impacting the state’s mobility efforts.

Arity’s Gary Hallgren on COVID-19 travel habits (Episode 51) Jul 20, 2020

Gary Hallgren, president of the mobility and data analytics company, discusses how the pandemic has altered travel habits in the U.S. and discusses other data trends the company is seeing.

Jianxiong Xiao Says ‘X’ Marks Success In China (Episode 50) Jul 13, 2020

Better known as ‘Professor X,’ the founder and chief executive officer of self-driving startup AutoX provides insight on the company’s recent deployment of 100 test vehicles in Shanghai and China’s broader efforts to lead in transportation technology.

Researcher Ashley Nunes provides an AV reality check (Episode 49) Jun 29, 2020

Robotaxis are supposed to usher in a new era of travel. But Harvard and MIT researcher Ashley Nunes says the costs of running these networks are substantially more than those of traditional transportation.

Jessica Cicchino of IIHS sheds light on the real safety potential of AVs (Episode 48) Jun 22, 2020

Jessica Cicchino, vice president of research at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, discusses why autonomous vehicles may fail to prevent most accidents, the myths and realities of self-driving safety and how the institute is testing driver assist systems.

Karl Iagnemma on the ‘mission’ of Hyundai-Aptiv JV (Episode 47) Jun 15, 2020

Karl Iagnemma, CEO of the Hyundai-Aptiv autonomous driving joint venture, discusses simulation vs. road testing, how the joint venture is trying to make autonomous mobility a global reality and why it is focusing on airport pickups and drop-offs.

Magna’s Swamy Kotagiri on ‘flexibility’ of AV investment (Episode 46) Jun 08, 2020

Swamy Kotagiri, president of Magna International, returns to the podcast to discuss the company’s investment in Waymo, its PPE production projects and the new normal for suppliers.

J.D. Power’s Kristin Kolodge on the language of mobility (Episode 45) Jun 01, 2020

Kristin Kolodge, executive director of human machine interface and driver interaction at J.D. Power, discusses why mobility terminology is important, the impact of COVID-19 on public transportation and how the pandemic could change consumer sentiment of AVs and EVs.

Nvidia’s Danny Shapiro on pivoting to ADAS technology (Episode 44) May 25, 2020

Danny Shapiro, senior director of automotive at Nvidia, discusses the company’s pivot to support ADAS technologies, consumer trends to watch and how AI is helping in the fight against COVID-19.

Bosch’s Kay Stepper on AV tech development during a pandemic (Episode 43) May 18, 2020

The regional head of driver assistance and automated driving at Bosch discusses why the company is continuing to develop self-driving technology as others pull back and how consumer interest in autonomous vehicles will change as a result of COVID-19.

A smart city with a Southern flair (Episode 42) May 11, 2020

Brian Johnson, city manager of Peachtree Corners, Georgia, discusses the city’s AV test track and smart city living laboratory.

ZoZoGo’s Michael Dunne on China’s COVID recovery (Episode 41) May 07, 2020

Michael Dunne, founder and CEO of automotive advisory firm ZoZoGo, sketches out the status of traditional car sales, ride-hailing networks and autonomous vehicle programs in Asia – and what that portends for the U.S. economic climate.

Ford’s chief futurist on consumer behavior in a post-pandemic world (Episode 40) May 04, 2020

Ford’s Sheryl Connelly on how COVID-19 could influence our attitudes and actions, forever change the mindset of Generation Z, and spark a return of the trusty road trip.

Harry Campbell, The Rideshare Guy, on dramatic mobility changes (Episode 39) Apr 27, 2020

From public transit to ride-hailing, COVID-19 has quickly reshaped the mobility landscape. Harry Campbell, a driver who started The Rideshare Guy blog and podcast, delves into the details on the ripple effects on safety and service.

The importance of commercial vehicles in a fragile economy (Episode 38) Apr 20, 2020

Businesses big and small rely on commercial vehicles, and they can be surprisingly hard to find, says Kathryn Schifferle, CEO of Work Truck Solutions. She discusses better ways to match buyers and sellers, and underscores the importance of work trucks to driving the nation’s economy through the COVID-19 crisis.

Self-Driving Shuttles Find New Purpose In Fight Against COVID (Episode 37) Apr 13, 2020

CEO Joe Moye reveals how Beep’s shuttles are being used to deliver coronavirus tests in a partnership with the Jacksonville Transportation Authority, and more broadly discusses insights from the company’s early operations near Orlando.

KBB’s Karl Brauer on coronavirus and cars (Episode 36) Apr 06, 2020

Karl Brauer, executive publisher at Kelley Blue Book, discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic compares to the Great Recession, what automakers and suppliers can learn from crisis and how it will make the industry more digital.

Lunewave’s John Xin on innovation in uncertain times (Episode 35) Mar 30, 2020

The startup’s co-founder talks about how 3D-printing enabled his company to transform a decades-old technology into a compelling new radar product – and how he’s exploring ways to use 3D-printing to help fight coronavirus.

Auto industry impacted by coronavirus (Episode 34) Mar 23, 2020

The Automotive News Shift mobility team is joined by Automotive News publisher Jason Stein in a discussion on the impact of COVID-19 on the future of the mobility industry, as well as automakers, car dealers and suppliers.

Smart Cars, Now Meeting Smart Homes (Episode 33) Mar 16, 2020

Anuja Sonalker, CEO and co-founder of Steer Tech, discusses her company’s self-driving parking feature, which eases hassles of parking at home and near transit hubs. Brian Brackenbury, director of connected products at auto supplier Gentex, talks about car-to-home automation and the links between the mobility industry and smart-home technology.

Michigan’s fledgling drone industry takes flight (Episode 32) Mar 02, 2020

Jim Makowske, CEO of the Michigan Unmanned Aerial Systems Consortium, discusses efforts to make Michigan a backbone for the drone industry. Michael and Ana Healander, co-founders of Airspace Link, a Detroit startup, talk about creating a rulebook for highways in the sky.

Nuro’s David Estrada on an AV milestone (Episode 31) Feb 17, 2020

David Estrada, Nuro’s chief legal and policy officer, talks about the company’s exemption from NHTSA to allow AVs on the road, what that means for the company and why delivery vehicles are good for testing.

Continental’s Tammy Snow on AVs, cockpit innovations and improving the user experience (Episode 30) Feb 03, 2020

Tammy Snow, North American head of research and advanced engineering for Continental, discusses her CES experience, how the company approaches innovation and what it’s doing to combat wrong-way driving.

EV adoption and thermal cameras (Episode 29) Jan 20, 2020

Boston Consulting Group’s Xavier Mosquet discusses EV adoption around the world. Raz Peleg from AdaSky talks about the company’s work with thermal sensors for autonomous vehicles.

CES Week Ep. 5 | Virgin Hyperloop One, Honda Innovations and the Goodyear Blimp Jan 10, 2020

On this episode: -Honda Innovations’ Dennis Clark on working with mobility startups. -Ryan Kelly from Virgin Hyperloop One discusses the potential benefits of high-speed tube travel.-Riding in the Goodyear Blimp.

CES Week Ep. 4 | Elaine Chao, Showstoppers and thermal cameras Jan 09, 2020

On this episode: -U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao discusses the new “AV 4.0” guidance. -Flir’s Frank Pennisi on the company’s thermal cameras for driver-assistance and autonomous-driving systems. -Highlights from the Showstoppers and Digital Experience! events at CES.

CES Week Ep. 3 | Vehicle cybersecurity, Bosch AI and TomTom mapping Jan 08, 2020

In this episode:-Upstream product chief Dan Sahar talks about automotive cybersecurity.-Bosch North America President Mike Mansuetti discusses AI developments.-TomTom’s George de Boer and Willem Strijbosch share what the navigation company is doing with advanced driver-assistance systems.

CES Week Ep. 2 | Flying vehicles, EVs and AV sensor subscription Jan 07, 2020

In this episode:-Robin Lineberger, global aerospace leader for Deloitte, talks autonomous flying cars.-Byton’s Dre Nitze-Nelson discusses the Chinese EV company’s digital focus.-Luminar CEO Austin Russell explains the lidar maker’s shift from “high-value component company to solutions company.”

CES Week Ep. 1 | Intel’s Jack Weast and supplier preview Jan 06, 2020

Jack Weast, senior principal engineer at Intel, talks about autonomous vehicle safety, CES memories and the China transportation market. Later, Alexa St. John shares what to expect from automotive suppliers at CES.

CES preview with Gary Shapiro (Episode 23) Dec 16, 2019

Gary Shapiro, president and CEO of the Consumer Technology Association, talks about the upcoming CES and looks back at the electronics extravaganza through the years.

Jay Rogers on 3D vehicle printing and autonomous shuttles (Episode 22) Dec 09, 2019

Local Motors CEO and co-founder Jay Rogers talks about the company’s shuttle, transit equity and how his time in the Marines inspired him to create Local Motors.

Nikola Motor’s Trevor Milton on electrification, Tesla and a beer delivery (Episode 21) Dec 02, 2019

Trevor Milton, Nikola Motor Company CEO, discusses the company’s “battery breakthrough,” his thoughts on Tesla and what a successful delivery of Budweiser beer means for his business.

LG Chem Power’s Denise Gray on everything batteries (Episode 20) Nov 25, 2019

Denise Gray, CEO and president of LG Chem Power, talks about the status of battery tech, when EV adoption will reach its tipping point and her work on the Chevrolet Volt.

ICYMI: Retail Realities, an Automotive News special podcast series Nov 20, 2019

In this four-part series, our reporters were dispatched to dealerships across the U.S. to examine dealers’ challenges and progress from right inside their stores. To listen, subscribe to the Automotive News Special Reports podcast or check out the full special report at autonews.com/retailrealities.

Midwest Mobility Testing (Episode 19) Nov 18, 2019

Craig Hoff and Diane Peters from Kettering University in Flint, Mich., discuss the university’s Mobility Research Center and how a recent grant allows startup companies to use the center for testing. Later, Maryn Weimer, from the Transportation Research Center in East Liberty, Ohio, and Patrick Smith of DriveOhio talk about the state’s role in the smart mobility conversation.

Missy Cummings on AV testing and levels of autonomy (Episode 18) Nov 11, 2019

Missy Cummings, a professor of engineering at Duke University, discusses her time as a fighter pilot, the role of safety drivers in AV testing and her thoughts on the levels of autonomous driving.

PSA’s Larry Dominique on car-sharing, Peugeot’s U.S. return (Episode 17) Oct 28, 2019

PSA’s Larry Dominique talks about the company’s return to the U.S. after a two decade absence. He also discusses Free2Move, the company’s car sharing service which currently has operations in Washington, D.C.

AV sensors with WaveSense CEO Tarik Bolat (Episode 16) Oct 14, 2019

WaveSense CEO Tarik Bolat talks about sensors needed for widespread autonomous vehicle adoption and the work his company is doing with ground-penetrating radar.

Motor City mobility with Mark de la Vergne (Episode 15) Sep 30, 2019

Mark de la Vergne, chief mobility officer for the City of Detroit, discusses a recent grant the city received from the US Department of Transportation and city’s new mobility efforts, including scooters and e-bikes.

Ford’s Marcy Klevorn on transformation and transportation (Episode 14) Sep 16, 2019

In her last interview before retirement, Ford chief transformation officer Marcy Klevorn discusses her career at Ford, along with the company’s past, present and future mobility efforts.

Anita Sengupta on air taxis and landing on Mars (Episode 13) Sep 02, 2019

Airspace Experience Technologies co-founder and Chief Product Officer Anita Sengupta joins Pete and Leslie to talk about her past at NASA helping the Curiosity rover land on Mars and her current role in getting personal air transportation off the ground.

AV safety expert Robbie Miller on self-driving “science fiction“ (Episode 12) Aug 19, 2019

In this episode, Leslie and Pete talk to Robbie Miller, chief safety officer at Pronto, a company developing advanced driver assistance systems for trucks. He discusses how he became a whistleblower at Uber, why miles driven may not be the best way of measuring safety, and what he’s up to now.

CAR’s Carla Bailo on mobility, union negotiations and what’s next for MBS (Episode 11) Aug 05, 2019

In this episode, Pete and Leslie sit down with Carla Bailo, president and CEO of Center for Automotive Research, who previews this year ’s Management Briefing Seminars. She also talks about smart cities, industry trends and what’s next for MBS.

Argo AI’s Bryan Salesky on VW partnership, DARPA lessons and approach to AVs (Episode 10) Jul 22, 2019

On this episode, Leslie and Pete speak to Bryan Salesky, co-founder of Argo AI about the company’s partnership with Volkswagen. He also discusses how lessons learned from the DARPA challenge and his work at Google helped form his approach to building a self-driving system.

Airless tires and upcoming AV deployments (Episode 9) Jul 08, 2019

On this episode, Pete discusses V2X, the role of data in mobility and upcoming autonomous vehicle deployments with ITS America CEO Shailen Bhatt. Later, Leslie sits down with Michelin’s Cyrille Roget to examine the company’s recent airless tire announcement.

Waymo's John Krafcik on Lyft partnership, self-driving trucks and more (Episode 8) Jun 24, 2019

Pete talks with John Krafcik on the latest developments from Waymo, including the company's fifth-generation self-driving system and international aspirations. Leslie and Pete share takeaways from the Shift event held in Mountain View, California, earlier this month.

DARPA champion and Magna CTO on self-driving vehicles (Episode 7) Jun 10, 2019

On this episode, Pete and new Shift editor Leslie Allen talk to famed roboticist Red Whittaker on his past as a DARPA Urban Challenge champion and his views on the state of autonomous vehicles. They also talk to Magna CTO Swamy Kotagiri about the company’s AV developments and his predictions for AV tech.

Aurora and Aggieland: Advancing Connected and Autonomous Technology (Episode 6) May 27, 2019

In this episode, Pete talks to Aurora Innovation co-founder Sterling Anderson about the company’s big lidar-related acquisition. Pete also discusses the precarious state of life-saving connected-car tech with Greg Winfree, executive director of the Texas A&M Transportation Institute.

Self-driving shuttles, and the rise of China as an auto-tech power (Episode 5) May 13, 2019

On this episode of Shift, Pete talks to Alisyn Malek of May Mobility about the company’s latest self-driving shuttle deployment and its aim of solving first-mile, last-mile challenges. He also spoke with Michael Dunne of ZoZo Go about the Trump administration’s ongoing tariff battle with China, and its larger impact on the country’s ambitions to be the dominant player in tech.

AVs, anthropology and the Moral Crumple Zone (Episode 4) Apr 29, 2019

On this episode of Shift, Pete talks to Jessica Robinson from the Michigan Mobility Institute about the region’s talent pipeline. That’s followed by a conversation with anthropologist Madeleine Clare Elish about her research paper Moral Crumple Zones: Cautionary Tales in Human-Robot Interaction.

AV leaders with Navigant Research’s Sam Abuelsamid (Episode 3) Apr 15, 2019

On this episode of Shift: A podcast about mobility, Sharon and Pete talk to Sam Abuelsamid from Navigant Research about the company’s automated driving vehicle leaderboard. They also discuss mobility challenges in urban areas and ways to combat them.

Uber crash implications, one year later (Episode 2) Apr 01, 2019

On this episode of Shift: A podcast about mobility, Sharon and Pete talk to Claudia Laughridge from Terry Reid Auto Group. They also discuss the recent one year anniversary of the Uber crash in Tempe, Arizona, which claimed the life of a pedestrian and continues to have big implications for the autonomous vehicle industry.

SXSW: Tattoos, tacos and Toyota’s Jim Adler (Episode 1) Mar 18, 2019

On this episode of Shift: The Mobility Podcast, Sharon and Pete talk to Jim Adler from Toyota AI Ventures. They also discuss South by Southwest, Navigant Research’s leaderboard for automated vehicles, the DOT’s response to a GM request and AAA’s study on consumer attitudes toward self-driving cars.

Coming soon — Shift: A podcast about mobility Mar 12, 2019

Starting March 18, Futurismo will become Shift: A podcast about mobility. Every other week, Automotive News reporters Sharon Carty and Pete Bigelow will take an optimistic yet skeptical eye at the new tech and business models planned for the auto industry. Join Sharon and Pete for a recap of the news of the week and a chat with a leading newsmaker in the industry.

Rainbow Road (Season 3, Episode 8) Aug 31, 2018

In “Rainbow Road,” the Season 3 finale of Automotive News’ “Futurismo” podcast, host Shiraz Ahmed journeys to Orlando to see how one company, lidar startup Luminar Technologies, is preparing for the next chapter of the autonomous vehicle age.The manufacturer of sensors that act as the “eyes” of self-driving vehicles has tie-ups with Toyota and Volvo. We tour Luminar’s r&d operations, test its technology and hear about the challenges ahead in the race to self-driving vehicles.

Going Home (Season 3, Episode 7) Aug 19, 2018

In “Going Home,” the seventh episode of Season 3 of “Futurismo,” we talk with Saginaw city leaders about the role advanced transportation technologies will play in the future of small-town America. Listen to the episode above or wherever you get your podcasts.

How to Make A Million Dollars (Season 3, Episode 6) Aug 05, 2018

In “How to Make a Million Dollars,” the sixth episode of Season 3 of “Futurismo,” we chat with Jim Adler, managing director of Toyota AI Ventures, the Japanese carmaker’s venture capital arm.He has invested in companies ranging from lidar sensor developers to low-level autonomous shuttle providers. We talk to Adler about how he found his way to venture capital, what a startup needs to do to impress him and why corporate investors — such as himself — can sometimes “smother” startups. Go to your favorite podcast source to hear the full episode or check it out above.

Becoming Human (Season 3, Episode 5) Jul 22, 2018

In the fifth episode of Season 3 of Futurismo, Automotive News' podcast on tomorrow's cars, we're going to look closely at the relationship between the car and the driver -- or, maybe in the future, the passenger."We treat technology as another social actor, and certainly we treat our cars that way with or without the technology," said Pamela Pavliscak, a researcher at Chance Sciences interviewed in this episode.

Relics of the Future (Season 3, Episode 4) Jun 24, 2018

In the fourth episode of Season 3 of "Futurismo," Automotive News' podcast on tomorrow's cars, we trace what this iconic monument to the rise, fall and subsequent resurgence of the Motor City means for a company that needs to shift the conversation when it comes to its autonomous vehicle efforts.

Beginnings (Season 3, Episode 3) Jun 10, 2018

In the third episode of Season 3 of "Futurismo," the Shift team profiles the beginning of the autonomous revolution. Host Shiraz Ahmed takes a ride in a self-driving pilot in Las Vegas with Glen De Vos, chief technology officer at Aptiv, the technology supplier, and discusses what the path ahead for autonomous cars looks like. In the second half of the episode, Shift magazine editor Sharon Silke Carty chats with Staff Reporter Mike Wayland about his story on the competition between Waymo and General Motors for dominance in the robotaxi race.

Who's afraid of AI? (Season 3, Episode 2) May 26, 2018

In our second episode of Season 3, "Who's Afraid of AI?" we explore this technology that's affecting nearly every aspect of the auto industry and beyond. Host Shiraz Ahmed interviews Maya Pindeus, the 27-year-old CEO of Humanizing Autonomy, an AI startup focused on human-machine interactions with autonomous cars. Pindeus met a Daimler executive at Ars Electronica, a conference that focuses on the nexus of arts and technology, in Austria, and later began collaborating on a project.

Treasure Map (Season 3, Episode 1) May 12, 2018

In the debut episode of Season 3 of "Futurismo," "Treasure Map," the Shift team travels to Austin for South by Southwest, the eclectic arts and technology festival, to find out how the conversation around the future of transportation is bigger than just carmakers.

Gold Rush (Season 3 preview) Apr 29, 2018

In Season 3 of "Futurismo," the Automotive News podcast on tomorrow's cars, we'll go inside an industry being transformed by new technology and new ideas, following the path of startups and gargantuan carmakers to understand how the ecosystem for innovation is changing how we get around.(720720)

Detroit (Season 2, Episode 8) Jun 09, 2017

In “Detroit,” the finale of the second season of our Futurismo podcast, we take a look at how civic leaders view the promise of new mobility solutions. We’ll hear from Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto on what Uber gets wrong on self-driving cars, look at what cities want from car-sharing and examine what mobility means for the city that birthed the auto industry a century ago.

A Hydrogen World (Season 2, Episode 7) May 27, 2017

In our latest episode, we go to a country that's set on eliminating its reliance on fossil fuels in a big way.

A Matter of Life and Death (Season 2, Episode 6) May 14, 2017

In this episode of 'Futurismo,' we investigate how self-driving cars can be both life-saving technology and out-of-control robot cars. We'll peek in on a self-driving shuttle road-trip across America, find out how the public reacts to autonomous fatalities, and pose an infamous thought experiment to experts in the field.

Tomorrow for Sale (Season 2, Episode 5) Apr 28, 2017

In "Tomorrow for Sale," the fifth episode of Season 2 of our podcast "Futurismo," we examine how the industry can get consumers -- skeptics, early adopters and everyone in between -- to support and embrace its vision.

Light & Sound (Season 2, Episode 4) Apr 16, 2017

In the latest episode of 'Futurismo,' we investigate how car designers are developing the language self-driving cars will use to exchange information with people in and around them. "Light and color," the fourth episode of our second season, features engineers, designers and researchers tackling some of the thorniest autonomous design problems.

Up in the air (Season 2, Episode 3) Mar 31, 2017

For the airline industry, autonomous technology is an old story. In "Up in the air," we find out how pilots manage automation at 200 mph, and see what lessons we can learn for self-driving cars.

Patent No. US3359539 (Season 2, Episode 2) Mar 19, 2017

In Season 2, Episode 2 of Futurismo, “Patent No. US3359539,” we tell the story of the seat-belt ignition interlock and alarm, a device that requires drivers to buckle up in order to start the car. We delve into how it was born, how, in just a few years, it became the center of a national conversation, and finally we’ll learn how it failed. Engineers working on advanced safety systems today and the self-driving car of tomorrow should heed this cautionary tale, because if one truism holds true through history is that humans can be fickle users.

Will you love the car of tomorrow? (Season 2, Episode 1) Mar 04, 2017

The future is filled with unknowns. Will the industry’s bet on green powertrains pay off? Is it enough to assume the public will love self-driving cars? In the debut of Season 2 of ‘Futurismo,’ we get comfortable with uncertainty and frame the tough questions the industry must address.

Byte #5 - EVs 'R Us Feb 26, 2017

In our last (for now) Byte, we talk about how to start children on the path to becoming the next great automotive inventor -- with advice from Tony Fadell, a co-creator of some of Apple's biggest products.

Byte #4 - Grab the barf bag Feb 19, 2017

Blegh! Will the autonomous era turn the self-driving car into a vomit rocket? In our latest Byte, car designers tackle a gross, unexpected side-effect of more free-time in the car.

Byte #3 - Ditch the Porsche, buy a scooter Feb 10, 2017

Automakers and startups have been coming up with new devices to transport people over short distances. Hyundai showed an Ioniq scooter at CES. Audi has its own concept scooter that fits perfectly into its mobility concept car. Even Honda has something called the Uni-Cub, a vehicle that looks like a golf bag. So what's the deal? Why are carmakers spending time pitching something more suitable for college students rather than car-buyers? Automotive News Silicon Valley reporter Katie Burke, investigates.

Byte #2 - This is how we (will) jam Feb 03, 2017

In this weeks Futurismo Byte, "This is how we (will) jam," we host a competition between staff members to gauge the difficulty of matching two random individuals' music tastes. Meanwhile, Brian Hamilton of GraceNote, a music classification and discovery company, describes his idea to solve the challenge of picking the perfect tune while car-pooling.

Byte #1 - What Grand Theft Auto teaches us about self-driving cars Jan 29, 2017

In Futurismo Byte #1, our snap-shots of the quirky in the road to tomorrow, we look at how violent video game "Grand Theft Auto" is helping self-driving car engineers.

The Ownerless Car (Season 1, Episode 6) Sep 09, 2016

In the Season 1 finale of “Futurismo,” Automotive News’ podcast series about the future of the auto industry, we take a look at how vehicles will change in the age of ride-hailing — how they will work, their level of technology, their very nature.“Futurismo” sat down with experts from Lyft and the ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena, Calif., to learn about the challenges of designing and engineering this new breed of car, one that will play a vastly different role in society. We also tell the story of the Taxi of Tomorrow, New York City’s effort to create the perfect shared vehicle of the future.

Will mobility be truly transformational? (Season 1, Episode 5) Sep 02, 2016

Season 1 of “Futurismo,” Automotive News’ podcast series about the future of the auto industry, has focused on how the rise of the car-sharing culture threatens to turn the vehicle manufacturing industry upside down. But does everyone agree that a revolution in mobility is predestined? In Episode 5 of Season 1 of “Futurismo” we talk to some of the skeptics.

Visions Of Mobility (Season 1, Episode 4) Aug 25, 2016

Episode 4 of Season 1 of “Futurismo,” envisions the transportation market as it looks a quarter-century from today. Automotive News staff reporter Hannah Lutz is our future forecaster, chatting with experts in the car ownership and sales realm to examine the potential of mobility. We talk to the self-described Doom Angel of Disruption, meet a car dealer anxious about his business and profile one start-up that trying to make mobility "so easy that it's free."

Third Age (Season 1, Episode 3) Aug 11, 2016

Episode 3 of Season 1 of “Futurismo,” takes a look at carmaker strategies in an era of mobility. We drop by Ford Motor Co. headquarters in Dearborn, MI, to see how its globe-spanning experiments are affecting change at home, talk to experts about the gold rush to pick up mobility companies, and see how start-ups and carmakers can collaborate in the coming third age of car-sharing.

The Revolution (Season 1, Episode 2) Aug 08, 2016

Episode 2 of Season 1 of “Futurismo,” Automotive News’ new podcast series about the next quarter century in the auto industry, introduces some of the foot soldiers in the mobility revolution — the founders and CEOs of transportation start-ups. They aren’t necessarily the people you’d expect. There’s a mother who was inspired to start a business as she ferried her kids around town; a former eBay executive whose service allows anyone with a car to post it on his website for others to use; and a San Francisco entrepreneur who works with local leaders in the Bay Area to test out ideas that encourage car-pooling.And there is the story of an Iraq War veteran who set up an app that churns through all transportation options — buses, trains, car-and-bike-sharing, whatever — to plot the best route to a destination. The app soon caught the attention of one of the world’s largest automakers.

Conversion (Season 1, Episode 1) Jul 28, 2016

Episode 1 of Season 1 of our new podcast, “Futurismo,” we set out to find people around the country who are living without the burden and convenience of car ownership. Naturally, they are all 20-somethings living in big urban areas where it’s easy to go without a car, right? Actually, no. We discovered busy people in rural regions and in large sprawling metropolitan areas with precious little public transportation who are doing quite nicely without a vehicle. We found car fanatics and truck drivers and people of all ages who have gone off the car-ownership grid. Meet the converts to the cult of car-sharing.

I HAVE SEEN THE FUTURE (Season 1 preview) Jul 21, 2016

More than 70 years ago, a car company enlisted a theater set-piece designer to imagine what the cities of tomorrow would look like. His work quickly shaped how people envisioned the world of tomorrow. In our preview for Futurismo, we talk about the inspiration behind Automotive News' first podcast, announce the theme of season one and discuss how the future of cars may not be about cars at all.

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