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Shift: A podcast about mobility

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On Shift: A podcast about mobility, Automotive News tech and innovation team leader Pete Bigelow takes an optimistic yet skeptical eye at the new tech and business models planned for the auto industry. Shift is a production of Automotive News, the leading publication covering the auto industry. Check out our reporting online at autonews.com/shift and follow us on Twitter @Automotive_News.

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Ryan Falor, director of AV/ADAS data at GM, and Jason Ekelmann, manager of the advanced vehicle integration team at GM, join Automotive News reporter Lindsay VanHulle on the “Shift” podcast to talk about how the automaker is leveraging its shuttered ... more

RJ Scaringe, Rivian’s CEO, joins Automotive News reporter Laurence Iliff on the “Shift” podcast to talk about how the automaker is spending more on R&D for autonomy than in any other area.

He also explains why the company is still focused on persona... more

RJ Scaringe, Rivian’s CEO, joins Automotive News reporter Laurence Iliff on the “Shift” podcast to talk about how Rivian reduced its tariff impacts from thousands of dollars to the “low hundreds of dollars” per vehicle. 

He also explains how Rivian ... more

Kameale Terry, CEO of ChargerHelp, joins Hannah Lutz, director of technology and innovation coverage at Automotive News, on the “Shift” podcast. Terry breaks down a major issue for electric vehicle chargers: software failure.

“We just need to unders... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan Falor
director of AV and ADAS data at GM
GM
Episode: Ryan Falor and Jason Ekelmann: How GM is merging its robotaxi venture with Super Cruise
Jason Ekelmann
manager of the Advanced Vehicle Integration Team at GM
GM
Episode: Ryan Falor and Jason Ekelmann: How GM is merging its robotaxi venture with Super Cruise
RJ Scaringe
CEO of Rivian Automotive
Rivian Automotive
Episode: RJ Scaringe Part 1: How Rivian is navigating tariff impacts
Michael Berube
CEO of Calstart
Calstart
Episode: Calstart’s Michael Berube: How the industry can improve EV education
Erin Keating
Senior director of economic and industry insights at Cox Automotive
Cox Automotive
Episode: Cox Automotive’s Erin Keating: EV sales drop after the end of the tax credit
Jennifer Tisdale
Senior Director of Strategic Engagements for North America at Upstream Security
Upstream Security
Episode: Upstream’s Jennifer Tisdale: Is the auto industry ready for the next vehicle hack?
John Wall
Chief Operating Officer at QNX
QNX
Episode: QNX's John Wall on how software recalls are changing the development process
Shmuel De Leon
CEO of De Leon Energy, an Israeli battery consulting firm
De Leon Energy
Episode: Shmuel De-Leon on solid state battery benefits, why the U.S. should speed development
Todd Deaville
Vice President of Advanced Manufacturing Innovation at Magna International
Magna International
Episode: Magna’s Todd Deaville on how the mega-supplier uses AI

Hosts

Molly Boygon
Tech and innovation reporter and co-host of this podcast.
Hannah Lutz
Director of Technology and Innovation Coverage and co-host of the podcast.
Pete Bigelow
Host and reporter covering technology and innovation in the automotive industry.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • A future looking podcast

    The content is deep, sophisticated and provocative. It covers topics that predict the future not just in the auto industry but across many fields.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ScottWrightMD
    United States10 months ago
  • Outstanding Podcast about Autos

    Pete Bigelow’s knowledge of the auto industry is one of the many true positives of this podcast. His interview style is calming and engaging at the same time. I’ve learned so much about current events in the auto industry and Shift does a great job of giving me a lot of information in a short time period especially how Aurora has penetrated the auto market. It’s a MUST listen to anyone interested in current auto innovations!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daprez14
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best insights on what’s driving mobility

    I’m an avid podcast listener that works in the automotive industry. Shift is my favorite weekly listen to learn from experts on various aspects of the industry that are not always in the spotlight (but should be). The automotive industry’s change is profound. Pete Bigelow does an amazing job highlighting this on Shift.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jared App
    United States3 years ago
  • From an EV Technician 👍🏼

    I’ve been listening all year every Sunday love the podcast, great insights, great insider tech news and overall a great insight into the EV industry

    I have 10 yrs industry EV Tech experience and 20 automotive experience

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EV Tech
    United States3 years ago
  • 🚙 CenturyAuto.ca 🚙 ❤️ Shift

    Great show 🤟

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael MacGillivray
    Canada4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth and sophistication of the content, noting its relevance to current trends in the automotive industry.

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RJ Scaringe Part 2: Rivian is betting on autonomy
Q: When you started this company, did you ever imagine you'd be where you are now with two highly acclaimed vehicles and launching the R2, partnering with VW?
I just focused on developing our technology platform and ensuring the R2 launch is successful, which is crucial for our future car models.
Why do EV charging attempts fail? ChargerHelp’s Kameale Terry explains.
Q: Is the charging industry still facing a technician shortage?
Kameale notes that while labor is necessary, reliability is fundamentally a technology problem and does not heavily rely on labor shortages anymore.
Why do EV charging attempts fail? ChargerHelp’s Kameale Terry explains.
Q: What are the reasons behind the failures of EV charging attempts?
Kameale explains that most failures are due to software implementation issues rather than hardware problems.
Why do EV charging attempts fail? ChargerHelp’s Kameale Terry explains.
Q: How does this EV sales forecast affect the charging landscape?
Kameale indicates that even without incentives, there's still strong interest in electric vehicles, especially among fleet operators and in the growing used car market.
Calstart’s Michael Berube: How the industry can improve EV education
Q: What is the biggest challenge in getting private and public sectors to work together to deploy clean transportation?
Volatility in policy approaches complicates planning for automakers and suppliers, making stability essential.

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The content focuses on key issues confronting the automotive industry, particularly in relation to electric vehicles (EVs), technological advancements, and the evolving mobility landscape. Noteworthy topics include the challenges of EV charging infrastructure, the impact of governmental policies on vehicle sales, and cybersecurity concerns as vehicles become more interconnected. The discussions often feature insights from industry leaders, emphasizing data-driven assessments about market shifts, the interplay between technology and vehicle safety, and the importance of consumer education in navigating these rapidly changing environments.

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1. Ryan Falor
2. Jason Ekelmann
3. RJ Scaringe
4. Michael Berube
5. Erin Keating
6. Jennifer Tisdale
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