AI Auto Podcast

In this episode, we take a look at what seems to be a very difficult road ahead for the global automotive industry in 2025, in particular the traditional manufacturers who are struggling to catch up with the fast advancement coming from China. 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 New Zealand, sharing the experience with a couple of Kiwis —one of whom now lives in Chile and another who wants to move to Japan. It made me wonder why everyone else in the world seems to want to come here instead.   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 Austin, Texas to test drive the 2025 Kia K4 compact sedan and hear from Russell Wager, VP of Marketing, about where he thinks the Korean brand will be in 2030. 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 at the Radford Driving School in Arizona for the first test drive of the 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona, the 100% electric version of the iconic American Muscle Car, which produces 670 horsepower and goes 0 to 60 miles per hour in 3.3 seconds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertisi...

  In this episode we are at the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens with Andrea Ferraresi, Design Director and Strategy Director at Ducati, for the global debut of the Panigale V4 Tricolore, a masterpiece of design and innovation, held during Art Basel Miami 2024. 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 at Art Miami 2024, where Jaguar unveiled the Type 000 concept car, which set the new beginning for the legendary British car manufacturer who decides it does not want to be just another heritage brand, but become a brand with heritage. 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 Miami with a 1967 Volkswagen Kombi Bus, who was intrigued about the looks and performance of the all-electric 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz and finally got the chance to compare them in person.   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 at the 10th Test Drive Program for the World Car of the Year Awards with jurors from all over the world: Chile to Austria, the United Arab Emirates, México and Great Britain, who share their experience evaluating the potential winners in each of 6 categories.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of perso...

In this episode we are at the Los Angeles Auto Show with Claudia Márquez, COO at Genesis Motor North America, who shares the story about how she became one of the most successful executives in the global automotive industry.   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 at a celebrated example of mid-century modern architecture, the  Goldstein House in Los Angeles for the global debut of the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9  a three-row, all-electric SUV with up to 335 miles.   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 at the 2025 World Car Awards Test Drives, where we learn about the H.E.L.P.® Alerts system debuting in 2025 Volkswagen models, which protects  motorists when approaching disabled vehicles, emergency responders and other roadway hazards on their drive path. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal d...

In this episode we are with  Andreas Meyer, Vice President of BMW Product Management, at the BMW Group Plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary and it's now the largest production facility for the luxury German brand in the world.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...

In this episode we are at the 2024 BMW Test Fest in Greenville, South Carolina, where we  explore, once again, the benefits of the BMW Hydrogen Technology, which will finally be available in the United States by 2028. 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 at the Lamborghini Movember Bulls Rally in Miami with Brittany Veneris, Director of Fundraising for the United States at Movember Foundation, a global charity that raises funds for men's health research and support programs. 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 Francisco N. González Díaz, Executive President of the National Auto Parts Industry, where he represents more than 900 companies in Mexico, which have attracted more than $55 billion of foreign direct investment. 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 Harrald Gottsche, CEO and President at the BMW Group Plant in San Luis Potosí, México, which started producing the legendary 3 Series in 2019 and now it's creating a positive impact in the community and the country.   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 at the 2025 North American Car, Trucks and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Test Drives in Ann Arbor, Michigan and we talk about our favorites to win in each category.   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 Nice, France, with Dr. Werner Thomas, Project Manager of OLED-Lighting at Audi AG, who explains the amazing technology included in the 2025 Audi A5 and S5 models and why customers in the United States won't be able to enjoy it to its fullest potential.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal...

In this episode we are in San Francisco with Sr. Product Specialist, Ryan Gavin, for the first drive of the 100% electric 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz, which is finally hitting the US market this November.   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 James Melfi, the Product Manager at XPEL, a company which specializes in automotive paint protection film, window tint, and other car care products that will keep your car looking like new forever. 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 at the Homestead-Miami Speedway for a chance to enjoy the NASCAR Driving Experience and talk to Guillermo Santa Cruz, who is the new track President and is working to get everything ready for his first Playoffs Race later this month. 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 Milan, Italy to learn the truth about vegan leather and what true leather is all about. Here’s the truth, leather is the most sustainable, most green and looks great forever. Plastic will always be plastic leather is the real deal.   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 Jackson Hole, Wyoming with Christian Samson who leads the Product Identity team to make sure that every Polestar car has the attributes to make it a very special EV.   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 review the 2025 North American, Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle Awards´ Best of list and pick the winners in each category, even before the official election date. 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 about the official delay of the global automotive industry electrification from 2030 to 2040, due to the low sales volumes of EVs, the lack of effective infrastructure of charging stations and slow development of new battery technologies to improve range past 500 miles.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...