AI Auto Podcast

In this episode we analize this week´s most annoying, stupid and absurd news from the Automotive Industry, including issues about restricting your ability to modify your car in California, making gas stations liable for DIUs in New Mexico. and the prediction that the global EV battery industry will be sold out by 2025. Of course, we also talk about billionaires flying to space and what that had to...

In this episode, we talked about the 2021 Chicago Auto Show, which opened to the public with a 2021 Special Edition inside McCormick Place, as the first automotive exhibit post the COVID-19 Pandemic. This marks the first time in history that the show, traditionally hosted in February, will be held in the summertime. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abou...

In this episode we analyze all the news about the electrification of the automotive industry around the world, including the announcement from the Stellantis Group, which created a new "electrification approach" for each of its 14 brands. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this 4th of July special episode, we discuss the annual Top 10 report on "The Most American Car", and if that really matters in today's global economy. Most consumers would be surprised about how many German, Korean and Japanese cars are MADE IN USA, and how many American cars are made all over the world! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co...

In this episode we take a deep dive into the all new 2021 Ford Bronco in Austin, Texas, where we drove it on and off-road, and debate if there will be anything else that can take away the North American Utility Vehicle of the Year Award.  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 Joe Eberhardt, President CEO Jaguar-Land Rover North America from Warren Henry, the newest and largest dealership for both British luxury brands in the US, where we test drove the updated 2021 Jaguar XF sedan, the F-Pace SUV and finally, the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection a...

In this episode, we drive the new 2021 Mercedes-Benz S Class in Rhode Island, with Bernie Glaser, Director of Product Management at Mercedes-Benz USA, to learn about the legendary and traditional engineering expertise that defines the luxury segment in the automobile industry. The new S-Class, which is on the list of candidates for Car of the Year, can be experienced with your senses – seeing, fee...

In this episode, we analyze the list of candidates for the 2022 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards (NACTOY), which for the first time in history includes electric vehicles in each of the three categories. Despite that, we agree that the winners for this year will still have an internal combustion engine. We might be wrong. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...

In this episode, we talk to Jack Hollis, Senior Vice President of the Automotive Operations Group at Toyota Motor North America, during the HQ Confidential Program in Plano Texas, where the Japanese manufacturer gave us a glimpse of everything new coming in 2022 and beyond. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data f...

In this episode, we talk to Russell Shepherd, Technical Communications Director at Michelin Tires, to remind travelers to check in on their vehicle before hitting the road this summer after the pandemic lock down.  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 (virtually) to Yokohama, Japan, for an exclusive interview with Senior Vice President for Global Design at Nissan Motor Corporation, Alfonso Albaisa. Alfonso leads a team of designers around the world in this new era for two of the most important global automotive brands. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection a...

In this episode we talk to Miles Johnson, Sr. Manager, Quality, Service and Technology Public Relations at Hyundai Motor America about the all-new IONIQ 5, an electric crossover utility vehicle (CUV), which has a targeted driving range of 300 miles and best-in-class ultra-fast charging from 10 to 80 percent in just 18 minutes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for infor...

In this episode, we talk about the launch of the Hagerty Drivers Foundation, which is rooted in the company’s long standing mission to celebrate car culture and preserve the simple, joyful act of driving. Through an initial pledge of $2.5 million, the foundation will focus its work in three key areas: Culture, Education and Innovation Awards. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswi...

In this episode Lauren shares her experience as a 1st. time Judge at the 2021 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance in the Super Car Category and interviews her husband, Paul Fix, who actually won a couple of years ago in the same show. We also get an update one the new electric car company Lucid and a glimpse to the past, present and future of the electric cars of Volkswagen. Hosted by Simplecast, an...

In this episode we talk to one of the first US customers to get a 100% 2021 Volkswagen ID-4, who got his happy delivery day ruined by a dishonest dealership (South Motors Volkswagen in Miami), who tried charge him ridiculous "dealer fees" and double his monthly lease payment, on a car he had already signed for 100% Online Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informatio...

In this episode, Karl and Javier travel to Montana for the first Test Drive of the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder, where we interview Vishnu Jayamohan, the Senior Manager of Global EV and Core Model Product Lifecycle Strategy and Marketing at Nissan Motor Corporation. The 5th. Generation Pathfinder is all-new from the ground-up and every inch of the vehicle was carefully designed to convey a sense of stre...

In this episode, Lauren interviews Thomas Plucinsky, Head of the BMW Group Product Communications Team in North America, to learn about its far-reaching electric car technology offensive without forgetting the legendary Ultimate Driving Machine philosophy the German manufacturer has practiced for decades. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our colle...

In this episode, Karl talks about his first LongTail Rally, driving his Ford GT during an epic trip over 8 days, 1,700 miles on the road and 2 track events along with over 60 other exotic cars. Lauren and Javier share some news about the World Car of the Year Awards and are getting ready to hit the road too! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co...

In this episode we talk to Mike Battaglia, Sr. VP of Sales and Business Development for Blink Charging, one of the leading companies building 13 million charging stations and infrastructure across the United States by 2030 to address the growing demand of electric vehicles. If you are considering a charging station in your home, check out the Blink chargers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compan...

In this episode, we talk to Brad Oleshansky, Founder and CEO of The Motor Enclave, the first ever unified brand for experiential automotive communities. The first venue will open next summer on a 200+ acre site at the intersection of I-75 and I-4 adjacent to the Tampa Executive Airport with 300+ Private Garages, a 1.6-mile Tilke-designed Performance Circuit and an 80 acre Off-Road experience. Host...

The Biden administration and most of the car manufacturers are pushing the Green New Deal and the production of electric cars with all their power, even though consumers don't seem to be ready for the big change and the United States is way behind other countries - like China - in getting the infrastructure ready. We discuss all of this with special guests Michael Harley and Paul Brian. Hosted by...

In this episode, we talk to Jim Morrison, Vice President of the Jeep Brand in North America about the new 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid, with a powertrain that delivers 49 MPGe and is capable of 21 miles of electric-only propulsion, with impressive performance of 375 hp, 470 lb.-ft of torque and a 0-60 mph time of just 6 seconds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.co...

In this episode, Lauren, Karl and Javier, the 3 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year jurors, talk to Jens Minors, from the World Car of the Year organization, about the 2021 Winners, including the 100% electric Volkswagen ID.4, which took the trophy for the main category. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use...

In this episode Lauren, Karl and Javier travel to Tucson, Arizona to drive the 4th. generation Tucson SUV and to take the first look at the all new Sport Adventure Vehicle Santa Cruz. We talk with designer Bradley Arnold about the first pickup truck from Hyundai and to Product Manager, Trevor Lai, about the 4th. generation Tucson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for i...

In this episode, we talk to one of the most popular and successful YouTubers in the Automotive category, whose channel has an audience of 2.97M subscribers, which is larger than the population of 61 countries! Among other topics, Jason explains the difference between the point of view of an engineer versus the one from an automotive journalist and how that can affect the consumers ́buying decision...