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Automotive Insiders

Jason Stein
Sustainability
Electric Vehicles
Automotive Industry
Battery Electric Vehicles
Supplier Distress
Circular Economy
Internal Combustion Engines
Hydroforming
Automotive Industry Regulation
China
Workforce Development
Supply Chain
Supply Chain Management
Automotive Supply Chain
Rivian
Remanufacturing
Investor Community
Material Lifecycle Assessments
Powertrain
Labor Challenges

Automotive Industry expert Jason Stein presents a podcast focused on the automotive industry. It launched in 2022 and covers various industry topics, trends, and projections that are impacting the future of automotive. Jason will interview some of the industry’s key thought leaders and industry insiders. The podcast will be available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and Pando... more

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In this episode of Automotive Insiders, Arthur D. Little Partners Jörn Buss and Frank McCleary preview a landmark study which is set to debut at the MEMA OE Suppliers Annual Conference. It highlights solvable barriers, supply chain resilience, and st... more

Costs, labor, and global competition are reshaping the backbone of auto manufacturing. In this episode of Automotive Insiders, Wipfli’s Laurie Harbour breaks down the challenges, opportunities, and what’s ahead at the MEMA/Wipfli 2025 Tooling and Sup... more

Global trade uncertainty continues to shape the automotive industry. In our latest Automotive Insiders episode, Jeffrey Richardson of Miller Canfield unpacks the U.S.–China negotiations, the ripple effects of tariffs, and what USMCA means for supplie... more

Supplier disputes are on the rise — and the stakes have never been higher. In this episode of Automotive Insiders, Adam Ratliff of Warner Norcross + Judd explains why litigation is surging, how new legal rulings are changing the game, and what steps ... more

On this episode of Automotive Insiders, Butzel’s Mitch Zajac breaks down the legal implications in today’s supply chain — from volume fluctuations and tariffs to force majeure clauses and sustainability mandates.

Accuride CEO Kent Jones joins Automotive Insiders to talk EVs, durability, smart coatings — and why the road ahead is built on lighter, tougher, more connected wheels..

What does the future of commercial vehicles look like in a world of electrification, AI, and shifting regulations? Allison Transmission’s John Coll and MEMA’s Collin Shaw join Automotive Insiders to break down the transformation already underway.

Can North America stay competitive without long-term investment certainty? Michael Robinet of S&P Global joins Automotive Insiders to reveal what’s at stake for suppliers in an era of policy, tariff and EV whiplash.

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Recent Guests

Laurie Harbour
Partner at Wipfli, LLP and respected industry expert
Wipfli, LLP
Episode: Tooling Under Pressure
Jeffrey Richardson
Specializes in export controls, sanctions, customs, and foreign direct investment
Miller Canfield
Episode: Trade tensions, tariffs & USMCA – what suppliers need to know
Adam Ratliff
Legal expert from Warner Norcross, Judd specialized in supplier litigation
Warner Norcross, Judd
Episode: Navigating the Rising Tide of Supplier Litigation
Kent Jones
The newly appointed CEO of Accuride Corporation, a key supplier in the commercial vehicle industry with expertise in steel and aluminum wheels.
Accuride Corporation
Episode: A Look at the Future of Commercial Wheels
John Coll
Senior Vice President, Global Marketing Sales and Service at Allison Transmission
Allison Transmission
Episode: Charting the Course for the CV Future
Collin Shaw
President of MEMA OE Suppliers
MEMA
Episode: Charting the Course for the CV Future
Jay Logel
Senior Counsel specializing in regulatory and legislative matters impacting the mobility sector
Dykema
Episode: What’s next for EVs?
Amarish Kapadia
Global Head of Sales and Product Strategy at MiNDCAN
MiNDCAN
Episode: What’s Changing the Game in Software?
Mark Wakefield
Global Automotive Market Lead, Executive Partner and Managing Director at AlixPartners
AlixPartners
Episode: Looking for Clarity Amid the Chaos

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Jason Stein
Host of Automotive Insiders, focusing on key trends and insights in the automotive sector.

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Tooling Under Pressure
Q: What are the long-term trends that could shape the tooling industry?
New launches of US-built pickup trucks could create significant tooling demand in the next 24 months.
Tooling Under Pressure
Q: What steps can tooling suppliers take to adapt to current challenges?
Tooling suppliers can improve lead times and focus on reducing the hours needed to build tools.
Tooling Under Pressure
Q: What is the current state of the automotive tooling industry?
It's been difficult in the past three to five years since COVID, with product development challenges and slowed tooling activity.
Trade tensions, tariffs & USMCA – what suppliers need to know
Q: Can you summarize what Mima is saying and maybe, you know, what's an important update here related to all of this talk of trade and tariffs?
Mima has been lobbying for suppliers and advocates for keeping the current USMCA structure as it provides a framework for North American automotive trade.
Strategies to Solve Shifting Contract Terms
Q: What about the ones that affect small to medium sized businesses? What's your advice there?
Seek creative solutions in negotiations, diversify supplier portfolios, and collaborate with OEMs to mitigate impacts of cost increases and tariff effects.

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Exploring the dynamic landscape of the automotive industry, this podcast covers a range of critical topics impacting suppliers and manufacturers alike. With a focus on themes such as cost management, the evolution of software-defined vehicles (SDVs), the complexities of tariffs, and emerging technologies, the discussions often feature interviews with industry experts. The content tends to highlight real-world implications of market trends, such as the transition to electric vehicles and the challenges surrounding sustainability and cybersecurity. The insights shared are valuable for professionals looking to navigate the evolving automotive sector and remain competitive amidst change.

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Recent guests on Automotive Insiders include:

1. Laurie Harbour
2. Jeffrey Richardson
3. Adam Ratliff
4. Kent Jones
5. John Coll
6. Collin Shaw
7. Jay Logel
8. Amarish Kapadia

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