Shift: A podcast about mobility

Shift: A podcast about mobility

Author: Automotive News Language: English Episodes: 100
Shift: A podcast about mobility cuts through the hype surrounding the future of transportation. Hosted by Automotive News tech and innovation lead Pete Bigelow, each episode digs into the practical realities behind the headlines-from electric vehicles and autonomous driving to shifting ownership models and supply chain revolutions. Pete brings the authority of the industry's leading publication while maintaining a balanced, inquisitive tone, equally enthusiastic about potential and clear-eyed about pitfalls. This isn't just speculation; it's grounded analysis for professionals and curious observers who want to understand the actual forces reshaping how we move. The conversations go beyond mere announcements, examining the business strategies, technological hurdles, and societal impacts that will define the next era. As a production of Automotive News, this podcast offers direct access to the reporters and thinkers at the center of this transformation. Tune in for a nuanced exploration where optimism meets healthy skepticism, providing a essential guide to the complex world of modern mobility.
Episodes
Richard Ward: Vehicle owners should own vehicle data [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:49
Richard Ward, executive director of the American Vehicle Owners Alliance, joins Automotive News reporter Molly Boigon on the “Shift” podcast to talk about the debate in Congress over ownership of vehicle data. He also ex…
Nuro's Andrew Chapin: Only a few robotaxi companies will survive [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:59
Andrew Chapin, COO at Nuro, joins Automotive News reporter Molly Boigon on the “Shift” podcast to talk about why he thinks robotaxis won’t become a commodity. He also explains why Nuro is diversifying its business, inclu…
Alex Oyler: Starting fresh is easier than merging old and new on SDVs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:51
Alex Oyler, consulting director at SBD Automotive, joins Automotive News reporter Molly Boigon on the “Shift” podcast to talk about whether traditional automakers can keep up with the pure-play electric vehicle manufactu…
Stephan Keese: ADAS features at risk from helium shortage [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:55
Stephan Keese, senior partner at Roland Berger North America, joins Automotive News tech and innovation reporter Molly Boigon on the “Shift” podcast to talk about how the Iran war is constricting the supply of helium use…
NTSB's Kristin Poland: ADAS advertising does not reflect reality [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:39
Kristin Poland, deputy director of the National Transportation Safety Board’s Office of Highway Safety, joins Automotive News tech and innovation reporter Molly Boigon on the “Shift” podcast to talk about why the board b…
John Bozzella: Kill the gas tax [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:44
John Bozzella, the CEO of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, joins Automotive News tech and innovation reporter Molly Boigon on the “Shift” podcast to talk about why the Alliance is calling for eliminating the gover…