Like every other aspect of automotive, the retail arm of the industry is undergoing immense change. Yet one constant remains for dealerships, no matter where they are located or which logos are on the building: it’s the people business first, the car business second.
Jennifer Lennox is the Vice President of People, Culture, and Learning at AutoCanada, a North American dealer group operating over 80 franchised locations comprised of nearly 30 brands. In this episode of AutoVision News Radio, Jennifer expands on why diversity, equity, and inclusion are among AutoCanada’s core values and why the organization works diligently to invest in its relationships with employees and customers.
Consumer trust is one of the most significant pieces of the ADAS puzzle. Although the importance of consumer trust with regard to ADAS is well acknowledged, it’s no less important, especially as technologies like DMS enter the picture.
What is the link between consumer trust and the fully optimized synchronization of ADAS and DMS? Seeing Machines has been tackling this topic for over two decades. CEO Paul McGlone joins Carl to discuss the relationship between ADAS and DMS, why consumer trust is essential, and how the company continues to rally around its foundational principles of safety.
Daily traffic volumes have rebounded from pandemic lows in 2020, but perhaps not surprisingly, traffic and pedestrian fatalities have risen in tandem. Unsafe driving behaviors like speeding, texting, and operating under the influence continue to impact these statistics. Among the questions are why people engage in risky behaviors behind the wheel and what countermeasures can be implemented to prevent such behavior.
These questions are at the core of the latest Traffic Safety Culture Index (TSCI) survey from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. Senior Researcher Dr. Rebecca Steinbach joins Carl to provide additional insight into the findings of the latest TSCI survey.
As the world moves towards an electric vehicle revolution, the need for certified technicians to maintain the charging infrastructure is greater than ever. For EVs to reach their full potential, consumers must have complete faith and confidence in the charging infrastructure.
SkillFusion co-founder and COO Alisyn Malek joins Carl to discuss this topic, sharing insight into how SkillFusion is developing a nationwide talent pipeline that can operate and maintain electric vehicle chargers for peak performance and availability. Alisyn also recalls her early years at General Motors, her time with May Mobility, and why ”pushing the needle forward” is one of her guiding philosophies.
During Reuters Events Automotive USA 2023, Carl Anthony went on a ride-and-drive demonstration with LeddarTech. The company’s engineers showcased the company’s perception platform, specifically the low-level sensor fusion architecture.
Following the drive, Carl talked with Pierre Olivier, LeddarTech’s Chief Technology Officer. During the discussion, Pierre shared more about LeddarTech’s focus and how the company identified certain key market trends. Pierre also shared how low-level sensor fusion works and the legacy he and LeddarTech wish to leave for the future of mobility.
Joel Ayres is the Executive Director of The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation, or AACF for short. AACF is a 501c3 nonprofit that helps automotive aftermarket industry members and their families when they need it most. Before his work with AACF, Joel served on the SEMA Board of Directors and started SEMA Cares in 2007.
Carl Anthony sits down with Joel for this special episode of AutoVision News Radio on the value of sharing our time, talent, and treasure. Joel shares with us the mission of AACF and how SEMA Cares came to fruition.
Vehicles with all-wheel drive can provide more traction and stability, but how exactly do these systems achieve that? In an era of electrification, what are the differences and synergies between traditional all-wheel drive systems for gasoline-powered cars and e-drive systems?
AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony visited GKN Driveline North America in Auburn Hills, MI, to gain additional insight from Ben DeLand, Director of Electrical Hardware Engineering.
The latest body of research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that drivers who use ADAS features grow comfortable with the technology over time, but the degree of that comfort could raise potential concerns. In essence, drivers who engaged with common ADAS features began to lower their overall attention to the driving task as the study went on. In this solo episode, AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony recaps and summarizes the findings from AAA and shares key insights from technical director Dr. William Horrey.
During AutoSens Brussels in September 2023, we conducted our AutoVision News LIVE at AutoSens interview series from the exhibition floor. One of our guests during the event was Jan Aelterman, assistant professor at Ghent University and imec. Since earning his Ph.D. degree in engineering from Ghent University, Jan has built a lengthy academic record in different application fields like MRI, CT, microscopy, consumer video, and automotive perception.
During AutoSens Brussels, Jan explained the idea behind cooperative sensor fusion, what trends he sees on the horizon, and why he loves the Concorde supersonic airliner.
During AutoSens Brussels 2023, we conducted our AutoVision News LIVE interview series from the exhibition floor. One of our guests during the event was Colin Kwan, President and CEO of MEMS Drive Inc. MEMS is short for Micro-ElectroMechanical System, which Colin helped us further understand during AutoSens Brussels 2023. Colin also shared the philosophy behind Safe Drive with MEMS Drive, what trends he sees on the horizon, and what he loves most about working in automotive.
Join Carl and Colin for this previously live broadcast from the exhibition floor at the Autoworld Museum during AutoSens Brussels 2023.
AutoSens Brussels 2023 marked the end of an era as a new chapter unfolds for the world’s leading exhibition on ADAS and autonomous vehicle technology development. The AutoSens and InCabin conferences will co-locate in 2024, first in Detroit in May 2024 and then in Barcelona in October 2024.
From the exhibition floor at the Autoworld Museum, Carl talks with Rob Stead, Managing Director of Sense Media, the organizers of the AutoSens and InCabin conferences. Rob recalls the early days of AutoSens, some of the most significant trends in ADAS over the years, and what he is most proud of as the conference enters a new era.
The Detroit Autonomous Vehicle Group is an open community built around the development of miniaturized self-driving cars. Drawing from his struggles in middle school after moving to the United States, DAVG founder Alex Polonsky has modeled the group into a safe space where tech enthusiasts can share ideas and learn from one another.
On this episode of AutoVision News Radio, Alex shares his rebellious early years as his family sought to leave the USSR and how scary it can be to land in a new place where nothing is familiar and you cannot speak the language. Alex also shares why young and aspiring engineers should get their hands dirty and work on projects and why it’s important to foster a community of innovation and inclusion.
In an age of electrification, autonomy, and software-defined cars, what does it mean to preserve the history of the automobile? As we seek to build a better and more equitable world under the banner of future mobility, how can we safeguard the stories and experiences of those before us?
Casey Maxon, Senior Manager of Heritage at the Hagerty Drivers Foundation, joins Carl for this episode of AutoVision News Radio. Casey shares the vision of the Foundation, the inspiration behind the National Historic Vehicle Register, and how platforms like YouTube are powerful tools for preserving automotive history.
Frank Meguiar, Jr. made his first bottles of furniture polish in 1901 with an egg beater, working at night to fill orders. 50 years later, Meguiar’s Mirror Glaze was the go-to choice for car manufacturers, dealerships, and consumers.
Mike Pennington, Director of Training and Consumer Relations, and Tony D’Amato, Senior Manager of Experiential Marketing and PR at Meguiar’s, join Carl for this episode of AutoVision News Radio. Mike and Tony share the evolution of automotive paint and detailing technology, how enthusiasts are embracing EVs, and why the inside of the bottle matters most.
If the “future of mobility” were an equation, REE Automotive would solve it with creativity and ingenuity. Co-founder Daniel Barel and the REE team are more than familiar with the drawing board as they pursue a collective vision of building the ultimate customer-centric vehicle.
In this episode of AutoVision News Radio, Daniel takes Carl through the company’s latest innovations – the REEcorner and REE platform – from a design and engineering perspective. Daniel opens up about his life, sharing his business philosophies of always hearing the customer’s voice and never giving up.
Michigan’s Office of Future Mobility and Electrification, or OFME for short, was established in 2020 to enhance Michigan’s mobility ecosystem by supporting the startup and scale-up of emerging technologies and businesses.
OFME Program Manager Janine Ward joins Carl for this episode of AutoVision News Radio where Janine shares her past years working at the Detroit Autorama, how the Michigan Mobility Funding Platform fosters innovation in The Wolverine State, and why equitable mobility is more than just a “buzzword.”
Established in 2001, the Automotive Women’s Alliance Foundation is dedicated to the advancement of every woman in the automotive and mobility industries. AWA co-founder and Director of Business Development for Schwartz Machine Company Kim Ziomek joins Carl for this episode of AutoVision News Radio. Kim shares why she enjoys being with customers, the power of networking, mentorship, and communication, and how we can work together to ensure a bright future for women in automotive.
Angus Pacala, Chief Executive Officer of Ouster, takes Carl through the basics of LiDAR and Moore’s law, underscoring the significance of analog to digital transformations. Carl recalls his AM radio days in Iowa covering severe weather, while Angus shares Ouster’s origin story and the impressive specifications behind the company’s latest innovations.
PreAct Technologies founder Paul Drysch joins us to discuss what he sees as the “writing on the wall” in the automotive industry. Paul shares how simulation expedites vehicle development, the roadblocks to private ownership of self-driving cars, and why the potential for EVs to have a longer service life is essential to recognize.
Live from Brussels, Belgium, Carl Anthony talks with some of the industry’s leading minds at AutoSens and InCabin. The automotive space is undergoing a dynamic transformation, which impacts all aspects of ADAS and in-cabin monitoring. What does the future hold? How will we continue to push the boundaries of innovation? Join Carl and these thought leaders as they share their insight and experience.
Drivers worldwide admire and enjoy Lotus cars for their beautiful design, sharp handling, and breathtaking performance. Given their historical trajectory, it’s easy to overlook the sports car manufacturer as a leader in ADAS. But that’s far from the truth.
Paolo Foglino, Head of ADAS for Lotus, shares the challenges of integrating ADAS functionality into a two-door sports car, what Lotus has learned from validation testing, and why the 97T is his favorite car.
The average price paid for a new vehicle in the United States reached its highest in June 2022, according to Kelley Blue Book. Average transaction prices surpassed $48,000 for new vehicles, beating the previous high of $47,202 set in December 2021. The rising transaction prices also impacted hybrid and EV buyers.
Carl Anthony, Managing Editor of Automoblog and AutoVision News, examines the key data points and findings from Kelley Blue Book.
Unlike humans, autonomous vehicles cannot think or act for themselves. Instead, they rely on high-definition maps to supply context about the environment. Machines can’t improvise or adapt like humans, so safety concerns arise if a vehicle suddenly encounters an unplanned obstruction or outdated map.
That said, can cars rely on real-time scene construction and reduce its dependency on prior maps and localization? To help us understand this, we sat down with Sravan Puttagunta, CEO of Hyperspec AI.
As automakers shift to electrified and software-defined vehicles, addressing cyber risk is vital, especially within the charging infrastructure. As an author, keynote speaker, and lecturer with over 25 years of experience at the intersection of technology and business, Professor Thomas Koehler joins us to share valuable insights on the future of electrification, autonomy, and cybersecurity.
We also talk about Professor Koehler’s work as an author and the vehicle that “puts a grin on his face” whenever he drives it.
In the context of automotive safety, we don’t usually think of cybersecurity as being experienced dynamically and personally, at least not to the degree of something like an airbag. Yet as our cars become more software-defined, the gap between safety and security will close. Protecting our data and the integrity of the vehicle drive systems against malicious actors will be as crucial as seatbelts and crumple zones.
Jennifer Tisdale, Chief Executive Officer of GRIMM, a cyber research firm, joins Carl to discuss what a robust cybersecurity strategy looks like, why testing for vulnerabilities is not a sign of weakness, and what legacy she hopes to leave in the automotive industry.
An engineer, technologist, and advocate, Indu Vijayan is the Director of Product Management for AEye and the founder of Women in Autonomy. Over the years in automotive, Vijayan noticed how few women were at the table and set out to reverse this trend. Under Vijayan’s leadership, Women in Autonomy has grown into an influential forum that educates, equips, and empowers women in all industries, from automotive and mobility to industrial, robotics, smart cities, and beyond.
In this episode, we go back to Vijayan’s college years; we explore the potential of adaptive LiDAR and see what the future holds for Women in Autonomy.
Sound engineering will make a product more robust, while sound marketing will give it more reach. But what are the benchmarks for a successful marketing platform in automotive? We know that social media is essential, but what about graphic design and written content?
Katelyn Magney, founder of Magney Creative, has developed a “One Woman Show” for companies looking to overhaul their marketing and communications strategy. As the MarCom Director for VSI Labs, Katelyn oversaw the promotion of successful ADAS-focused programs. She brings her experience to the table to help us understand why marketing for automotive , especially after COVID, is more important than ever.
The modern automobile is a collection of many different systems combined to create a finished product. No one system is “better” than another as each serves a specific and essential function. In the same way, our automotive careers are the sum of many different experiences, none of which we should discount.
Justin C. McKnight, founder of Steady Growth Consulting, is many things: an engineer, executive, technical sales professional, leadership coach, hip-hop artist, and father. Justin shows us how what we do in life and business is interconnected and how it’s possible to take what we have learned and channel it towards a more fulfilling future.
OEMs need cutting-edge technology that meets even the most ambitious cost reduction targets and form factor requirements. This is essential in today’s ultra-competitive automotive landscape, but what is the secret? Is it having a great product or a talented team? Maybe, it’s exceptional customer service? Or is it a delicate combination of all three?
Andy Hanvey, Director of Automotive Marketing at OMNIVISION, shares how the company identifies market trends ahead of time and how they deliver real-world solutions to OEMs. Andy also shares his thoughts on in-cabin monitoring and key insights from his decades-long career in automotive.
Software-defined architectures are the key to making the “car of the future” possible. An electrified vehicle with the highest levels of connectivity and convenience can likely only be achieved through a software-centric platform. While such platforms promise increased safety, comfort, and functionality, the computing power requirements jump exponentially.
To gather some insight into software-defined cars, we turned to Daniel Sisco, the Senior Director of Digitial Product Strategy at Renesas. We explore how Renesas is helping set the tone for many converging trends in automotive, including electrification and autonomy. Daniel also shares his early college years and why he pursued a career in automotive.