AI Auto Podcast
Javier Mota
Updated 1 day agoThe AI Auto Podcast covers a wide range of automotive topics, including new car reviews, shopping guidance, buying advice and news stories impacting the automotive marketplace.
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Episodes (444)
S6E10 - The United States has lost the car battle against Japan and South Korea
In this episode we analyze the latest market study from iSeecars.com, which shows how far the US automotive industry has fallen behind the competition from Japan and South Korea and what will happen if the Chinese brands ever get into this market. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
S6E9 - Is the automotive global industry in its most chaotic time in history?
In this episode we talk with Ed Kim, President and Chief Analyst at AutoPacific about the challenges the whole automotive industry is facing not only in the United States and its new anti-EV policies, but around the globo with the ferocious competition 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.
S6E8 - The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 can now go off-roading
In this episode we are outside Palm Springs, California with Ricky Lao, Director of Product Planning at Hyundai Motor America, to talk about the mid-generation update of the IONIQ 5, one of the most successful EVs, which gets a lot of upgrades for 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
S6E7 - Do you know the difference between all-season and winter tires?
In this episode we are at the Bridgestone Winter Driving School in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, where we learn the big difference between all-season, winter and other types of tires and how they can make you a better driver. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
S6E6 - The 2025 Lexus LX700h experience in Napa Valley
In this episode, we are in Napa Valley for the first drive of the 2025 Lexus LX 700h and we talk to Cynthia Tenhouse, Vice President, Lexus Guest Experience, who is responsible for telling the story about the new flagship SUV. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
S6E5 - How much has the automotive industry changed in the last 30 years?
In this episode we talk to Rick Deneau, the Head of Communications at the Stellantis Group in North America, who is retiring after more than 30 years and has seen everything in the automotive industry around the world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
S6E4 - One week into the new administration, the automotive industry looks confused
In this episode we are in San Diego driving the 100% electric 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S, which is hitting dealerships this week as the policies from the new administration in Washington have the whole automotive world reconsidering the future of electric vehicles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
S6E3 - The winners of Car, Truck and SUV for 2025 are out. Did we get them right?
In this episode we review the winners for the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards and Top 10 and Top 5 finalists for World Car of the Year ... and we don't agree with some of the results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
S6E2 - CES Las Vegas 2025, IA, Toyota Woven City and everything Made in China
In this episode we are at the Consumer Electronics Show CES Las Vegas 2025, where there was a noticeable absence of tradicional automotive automakers except for Toyota and Honda, which lead to a massive presence of Chinese companies, not only in cars, but in every field. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
S6E1 - Toyota Woven City, with CTO John Absmeier at CES Las Vegas 2025
In this episode we are at the Consumer Electronics Show Las Vegas 2025 to explore what the Toyota Woven City will offer as a test course for everything about mobility, including autonomous vehícles, drones and much more, starting later this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
S5E81 - 2025 will be a difficult year for the auto industry
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.
S5E80 - Driving the 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander around New Zealand
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.
S5E79 - Where will Kia be in 2030? - Russell Wager, has the answer
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.
S5E78 - Adam Forte, Director of Vehicle Development, 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona
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 advertising.
S5E77 - Global unveiling of the Ducati Panigale V4 Tricolore at Art Miami
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.
S5E76 - Why did the Jaguar Type 00 have its global debut at Art Miami?
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.
S5E75 - How does the 2025 VW ID.Buzz compare with a 1967 VW Kombi Bus?
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.
S5E74 - The World Car of the Year Awards Test Drives, Los Angeles 2024
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 personal data for advertising.
S5E73 - Claudia Márquez, COO at Genesis Motor North America
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.
5E72 - The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 global debut at the LA Auto Show
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.
S5E71 - Volkswagen implements H.E.L.P.® Alerts to safe lives
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 data for advertising.
S5E71 - The BMW Group celebrated 30 years in Spartanburg, South Carolina
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 advertising.
S5E70 - Why does the BMW Hydrogen vehicles make the most sense for an EV?
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.
S5E69 - The Lamborghini Movember Bulls Rally in Miami, having fun for a good cause
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.
S5E67 - How the automotive industry is changing Mexico in the best possible way
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.