AI Auto Podcast

In this episode talk to Anthony Garbis, Sr. Manager of Product Planning at Audi of America and Ryan Compton, President of the Audi Club North America, about the new 2022 Audi RS3, which returns with a five-cylinder engine, new RS driving modes and RS Torque Splitter, which enable a new dimension of driving dynamics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abou...

In this episode, we travel to Nashville, Tennessee, to talk to Trevor Lai, Manager, Product Planning, Hyundai Motor America, about the Korean manufacturer´s electrification strategy, which is targeting 7% of the global EV market by 2030 with 1.87 million electric vehicles sold annually by 2030.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

In this episode, we travel to Austin, Texas for the first test drive of the 2023 Acura Integra, a premium, turbocharged 5-door liftback sports car, designed for a new generation of enthusiast drivers, We talk to Acura´s Business Planning Leader, to learn all about the 5th. generation Integra, which will start at just $30,800.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for infor...

In this episode we demonstrate that sedans are not dead, with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz. We talk to  Bernie Glaser, Head of Product Management for MBUSA, about all the technologies included in the new generation of this classic German model.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we go to New York and talk to Rob Filipovic, Director of Product Planning at Jaguar Land Rover North America about the 2023 Range Rover Sport, the third-generation model, which is the most desirable, advanced and dynamically capable yet and an early candidate to take the SUV of the Year Award.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our...

In this episode we travel to San Antonio, Texas, to test drive the 100% electric Ford F150 Lighting and declare it the 2023 North America Truck of the Year. We also talked to engineer Dapo Adewusi, about how it was developed in record time to get way ahead of the competition. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...

In this episode we travel to Las Vegas to test drive the 2023 Nissan Z on the race track and talk to Paul Hawson, Director of Advanced Product Planning & Strategy for Nissan North America, about the importance of the legendary gasoline-engine sports car in an era of electric SUVs.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of person...

In this episode we share an ultra luxury experience with Paul Strauss from The Awesomer.com and the new 2022 Range Rover, the original luxury SUV that has led by example for 50 years, combining serene comfort and composure with incredible capability. We fly on helicopters, drink the best wines of Sonoma Valley and visit a couple of 5 Star Hotels.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm...

In this episode we recap the big wins for Hyundai at the 2022 New York Auto Show where it took 4 World Car of the Year Awards for the all electric IONIQ5 and Person of the Year for Executive Vice President for Design and Chief Creative Officer, Luc Donckerwolke. We also talk to Mitja Borkert about the 2023 Lamborghini Huracán Técnica.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...

In this episode we analyze the list of winners for the 2022 World Car of the Year Awards, which were announced at the New York International Auto Show, where Hyundai took 4 trophies with the 100% electric IONIQ 5 and one more for Luc Donckerwolke, Hyundai Chief Creative Officer, who was named the 2022 World Car Person of the Year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for i...

In this episode we test drive the new 2022 Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 on a natural off-road trail outside Palm Springs, California, guided by Liana Prieto, co-founder of Dirt Days, and Vehicle Performance Engineer, Jeff Scott.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we travel to Dearborn, Michigan for the Lincoln 100th Archive Experience and talk to Archives and Heritage Manager Ted Ryan, who takes us on a brief recap of the history of the American luxury brand, which was bought by Henry Ford in 1922. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are in Palm Spring, California to test drive the new 2022 Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 and talk to Liz and Benjamin Wilkins, the married couple who designed it, while working from home during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we talk to Michael Tripp, Vice President of Vehicle Marketing & Communications at Toyota North America, about the first-ever 2023 Toyota GR Corolla, which was developed by the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing team, with 300 hp, 273 lb.-ft. of torque from a 1.6L, 3-cylinder direct/port injected turbo engine and a manual transmission only!     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ads...

In this episode we talk to Michael Hughes, Chief Commercial and Revenue Officer at ChargePoint, the leading EV charging network, which will offer customers home and public EV charging solutions for the launch of the 100% eléctirc 2023 Toyota bZ4X SUV. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode from Istanbul, a group of 6 US journalists talk about their experiences while exploring the fast growing automotive industry in Turkey, which has become a major global player as the 14th. car manufacturer in the world, with a capacity of up to 2 million units a year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of person...

In this episode we travel to Istanbul, Turkey, to talk to Albert Saydam, Chairman at Turkish Automotive Suppliers Association, which is a key player in the global automotive industry, with 485 registered companies, 183 R&D Centers, more than 200,000 employees and $25 billion in business volume. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and u...

In this episode we travel to Los Angeles and talk to Bosch-s Product Manager, Mariana Eitchel, about the INTELLIGENT PARK PILOT technology in the all-electric 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS, with smartphone app integration, as part of a holistic demonstration of the future vehicle experience for consumers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection a...

In this episode we travel to Palm Springs, California for the first test drive of the new Plug-in Hybrid Volvo XC60 T8 Recargue and the 100% electric Volvo C40, part of the electrification strategy for the Swedish luxury brand. We also talk to Anders Gustafsson, Sr. Vice President Americas and President and CEO, Volvo Car USA, about the current challenges in the automotive industry and how he is s...

In this episode we complete our coverage of the 2022 Amelia Island Concours d´Elegance with Martin Fritsches, President & CEO, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Americas at The Amelia, where he explains how the British luxury brand delivered the highest-ever annual sales results in it´s 117-year history in 2021 and about the electrification era coming up as soon as next year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...

In this episode we talk to with Sebastian Mackensen, President & CEO BMW of North America at the 2022 Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance, where the German luxury manufacturer unveiled the newly updated BMW 8 Series and kicked off a year-long celebration of 50 Years of M with the gathering of vehicles spanning the whole history of BMW M.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...

In this episode we talk to McKeel Hagerty, the CEO of the Hagerty Group, which after years of being involved as an active sponsor and partner, added this iconic event to our portfolio of automotive experiences, as part of its effort to "Save the Drive". Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we visit the BMW Car Club America Foundation in Greer, South Carolina, right across Highway 101 from the BMW Manufacturing Plant, and down the street from the BMW Performance Center. We talked to Jackie Jouret and Michael Mitchel at the BMW Car Club America Foundation about the upcoming exhibit Power of M: Celebrating 50 Years, which will open to the public on Monday, May 16, 2022...

In this episode, we travel to Scottsdale, Arizona, to Test Drive the new 2022 Lincoln Navigator, which has new exclusive Black Label Themes, and to talk to Lincoln President, Joy Falotico, who shares the electrification strategy for the American luxury brand, along with it´s plans to keep improving the overall ownership experience for the Lincoln consumers in the United States. Hosted by Simplecas...

In this episode, we talk about the new wave of bad news affecting the automotive industry; from the high gas prices; the fact that in the month of January, new car buyers paid 82.2% over MSRP; a new way to collect money from EV owners in Texas and the end of the 3G era, which will affect millions of old cars. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c...