AI Auto Podcast

AI Auto Podcast

Javier Mota

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The 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 (449)

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.

Nov 19, 2024 20 min

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.

Nov 15, 2024 12 min

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.

Nov 13, 2024 13 min

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.

Nov 04, 2024 15 min

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.

Nov 01, 2024 16 min

S5E68 - The BMW Plant in San Luis Potosí, México, is doing much more than cars

In this episode we visit Harrald Gottsche, CEO and President at the BMW Group Plant in San Luis Potosí, México, which started producing the legendary 3 Series in 2019 and now it's creating a positive impact in the community and the country.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 30, 2024 14 min

S5E66 - We have the winners for Car, Truck and SUV of the Year

In this episode we are at the 2025 North American Car, Trucks and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Test Drives in Ann Arbor, Michigan and we talk about our favorites to win in each category.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 25, 2024 16 min

S5E65 - 2025 Audi S5 and why we won't get all the amazing OLED technology in the US

In this episode we are in Nice, France, with Dr. Werner Thomas, Project Manager of OLED-Lighting at Audi AG, who explains the amazing technology included in the 2025 Audi A5 and S5 models and why customers in the United States won't be able to enjoy it to its fullest potential.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 23, 2024 12 min

S5E64 - The 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz is finally here ... and it's amazing!

In this episode we are in San Francisco with Sr. Product Specialist, Ryan Gavin, for the first drive of the 100% electric 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz, which is finally hitting the US market this November.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 18, 2024 15 min

S5E63 - XPEL will keep your car looking like new forever!

In this episode we talk to James Melfi, the Product Manager at XPEL, a company which specializes in automotive paint protection film, window tint, and other car care products that will keep your car looking like new forever. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 11, 2024 29 min

S5E62 - The 2024 NASCAR Driving Experience at the Homestead.-Miami Speedway

In this episode we are at the Homestead-Miami Speedway for a chance to enjoy the NASCAR Driving Experience and talk to Guillermo Santa Cruz, who is the new track President and is working to get everything ready for his first Playoffs Race later this month. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 04, 2024 16 min

S5E61 - We to Milan, Italy to learn the truth about real leather in your car

In this episode, we are in Milan, Italy to learn the truth about vegan leather and what true leather is all about. Here’s the truth, leather is the most sustainable, most green and looks great forever. Plastic will always be plastic leather is the real deal.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 27, 2024 13 min

S5E60 - What makes a Polestar 3 such a different EV? It's the people who make it!

In this episode we are in Jackson Hole, Wyoming with Christian Samson who leads the Product Identity team to make sure that every Polestar car has the attributes to make it a very special EV.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 20, 2024 16 min

S5E59 - The 2025 Car, Truck and SUV candidates are out ... and we already have the winners!

In this episode we review the 2025 North American, Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle Awards´ Best of list and pick the winners in each category, even before the official election date. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 13, 2024 19 min

S5E58 - The new date for the EV revolution is 2040 … for now!

In this episode we talk about the official delay of the global automotive industry electrification from 2030 to 2040, due to the low sales volumes of EVs, the lack of effective infrastructure of charging stations and slow development of new battery technologies to improve range past 500 miles.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 06, 2024 20 min

S5E57 - He loves his Rivian, but might consider getting this Chinese car!

In this episode we are in the Ski Portillo Resort in Chile, where we took a 2024 Great Wall Motors Tank, an adventure SUV which attracted so much attention that a Rivian owner from the US wanted to take a ride in it! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 03, 2024 16 min

S5E56 - We drove the GWM Tank 300 to go skiing in Chile and we loved it!

In this episode we are in Chile driving the 2024 GWM Tank 300 to the Portillo Ski Resort with a couple of world travelers and car enthusiasts, who are not only surprised by the design, technology a capability of this adventure SUV, but mostly by it´s price. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 30, 2024 17 min

S5E55 - The 2025 Genesis G80 is Car of the Year candidate again, 16 years later

In this episode we are in Lexington, Kentucky, for the first drive of the 2025 Genesis G80, the car that started the Genesis story back in 2009, when it won the North American Car Of The Year Award. Will it win it again in 2025? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 27, 2024 16 min

S5E54 - The 2025 Volvo EX90 is an amazing technology machine

In this episode we are in Newport Beach for the global launch of the 2025 Volvo EX90, a 7-seater luxury SUV, with an electric powertrain, up to 308 miles of range and the most advanced technology for safety, entertainment and performance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 23, 2024 30 min

S5E53 - The 2024 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance

In this episode we are at the 2024 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, which has become one of the most important Auto Shows in the world, where the modern cars meet the classics and millions of dollars exchange hands in a matter of seconds.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 19, 2024 21 min

S5E52 - The Quail at Monterey Car Week on the Rolls-Royce Spectre

In this episode we share the experience of driving around in the all-electric 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre with some of the most influential automotive journalists in the United States on our way to The Quail, the Motorsports Gathering at the Monterey Car Week.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 16, 2024 16 min

S5E51: 2025 Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE with engineer Damian Hampen

In this episode we are in Malibu, California, driving the 2025 Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE with engineer Damian Hampen, who explains the latest incorporation of Formula 1 technology into this production car.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 09, 2024 13 min

S5E50: 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe, the new threat to the Germans

In this episode we are in Minneapolis test driving the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe, which went from concept to production in just 15 month to help the Korean luxury brand gain market share from its Germans and the Japanese rivals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 06, 2024 17 min

S5E49 - Are there really any "All-new" cars out there?

In this episode we are driving around after another 45-minute presentation and we talk about the worn-out phrases automakers use to promote their newest models, and how most of that only confuses customers.. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 02, 2024 16 min

S5E48: The 2025 Ford Explorer and the passion from the Explorer Forum

In this episode we are in Detroit for the first test drive of the 2025 Ford Explorer, where we met a couple of the most enthusiastic members of ExplorerForum.com, which has over 600,000 members, who love the legendary American SUV.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 23, 2024 15 min