The Auto Tech Show
You are listening to The Auto Tech Show, a podcast dedicated to the evolution of technology in the automotive industry! Join your host, Marc Babin, as he talks shop with industry experts on this ever-changing landscape. From the latest in tech to groundbreaking new processes, you won’t want to miss a single episode.
Episodes
61 episodes
Solving Fleet Challenges Through Smarter Integration, Tire Intelligence, and Disruptive Thinking
In this episode of the Auto Tech Show, Marc Babin interviews Franck Leveque, a veteran in the European fleet and mobility industry. They discuss the current state of the European fleet market, the challenges faced by fleet operators, and the im...
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Episode 61
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50:50
The Connected Factory: How Digital Transformation is Driving Automotive Manufacturing
In this episode of the Auto-Tech Show, host Marc Babin discusses the evolution of technology in the automotive industry with Zebra Technologies' Stephan Pottel. They explore the impact of digital transformation, AI, and automation on manufactur...
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Episode 60
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41:41
How Sustainable Partnerships and Smarter Logistics Are Reshaping EV Supply Chains
*This episode of the Auto Tech Show is sponsored by Zebra TechnologiesIn this episode of the Auto-Tech Show, host Marc Babin discusses the evolving landscape of the automotive industry with Lucie Dobeer from Unipart and Maria Nelson-Cla...
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Episode 59
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45:09
How Service Pros Can Help Drivers Stay Ahead of Vehicle and Tyre Maintenance
*This episode of The Auto Tech Show is sponsored by Zebra TechnologiesIn this episode of the Auto Tech Show, host Mark Babin interviews Ryan, the owner of Hashtag Mechanic, about the importance of vehicle and tire maintenance. They disc...
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Episode 58
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33:13
Tires, Data, and AI: Unlocking the Future of an Evolving Industry
*This episode of the Auto Tech Show is sponsored by Zebra TechnologiesIn this episode of the Auto Tech Show, host Marc Babin interviews David Shaw, CEO of Tire Industry Research, about the evolving tire industry and the role of data and...
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Episode 57
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42:27
The Future of AI in Automotive: Commercializing AI for Real-World Impact
*This Episode of The Auto Tech Show is Sponsored by Zebra Technologies. In this episode of the Auto-Tech Show, host Marc Babin discusses the transformative potential of AI in the automotive industry with Stuart Hubbard, Senior Director ...
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Episode 56
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37:54
From Spreadsheets to Smart Decisions: The Road to AI-Driven Fleet Management
In this episode of the Auto Tech Show, Marc Babin speaks with Chuck Drews from Fleetio about the transformative impact of AI on fleet management. They discuss fleet operators' challenges with data collection and management, the inefficiencies c...
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Episode 55
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45:18
Driving Digital from the South: How Latin America is Shaping Automotive Tech
In this episode of the Auto Tech Show, Marc Babin interviews Matias Borges, co-founder and CEO of Bravo Digital Solutions, about Latin America's pivotal role in shaping the future of automotive technology. They discuss the unique factors drivin...
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Episode 54
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38:30
Driving Innovation: How AI is Transforming Automotive Retail
In this episode, Marc Babin sits down with Jay Vijayan, founder and CEO of Tekion Corp, to dive deep into how AI is revolutionizing the automotive retail industry. 🚗💡 From enhancing customer experiences to overcoming technology adoption challen...
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Episode 53
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46:26
Sustainable Fleet Management: The Environmental and Economic Benefits of Tire Retreading
This episode of the Auto Tech Show dives deep into the topic of tire retreading, exploring its environmental and economic benefits. Host Marc Babin speaks with David Stevens, Managing Director of the Tire Retread and Repair Information Bureau (...
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Episode 52
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47:31
Proven Strategies for Sustainable Fleet Operations
In this episode of the Auto Tech Show, Marc Babin speaks with Pete Rushmer about sustainable fleet operations, focusing on the critical role of driver behavior, technology, and maintenance in achieving sustainability goals. They discuss how dri...
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Episode 51
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43:54
Transforming Tire Sales: Merging Digital Innovation with Seamless In-Store Solutions
In this episode of the Auto Tech Show, host Marc Babin wraps up the SEMA Auto Show 2024 series with Chance Harrington from Tire Connect by Bridgestone. They discuss the evolution of tire sales, the impact of digital transformation on consumer b...
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Episode 50
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30:52
How AI is Driving Innovation in Tire Health Monitoring and Predictive Maintenance
In this episode of the Auto Tech Show, host Marc Babin speaks with Fernando Herrera, CEO of Tirebase, about the transformative role of AI in the tire industry. They discuss how AI is enhancing tire health monitoring, predictive maintenance, and...
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Episode 49
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25:14
Bridging the Gap Between Mechanics and Technology
In this episode of the Auto Tech Show, host Mark Babin discusses the evolving landscape of automotive technology with Brandon Matthews from Opus IVS. They explore the increasing complexity of vehicles, the widening gap between technicians and e...
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Episode 48
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27:30
Opportunities and Challenges in Automotive Product Development
In this episode of the Auto Tech Show, host Marc Babin interviews Lizz Callaway, the director of partnership development at Origence, discussing the future of product development in the automotive industry. They explore the challenges and oppor...
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Episode 47
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28:56
Harnessing Big Data and Analytics for Industry Circularity
In this episode of the Auto Tech Show, host Marc Babin speaks with Marius Vogt from Circunomics about the transformative role of big data in creating sustainable and circular business models within the automotive industry, particularly focusing...
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Episode 46
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28:34
Insights from the Frontline of Fleet Management
In this episode of the Auto Tech Show, host Marc Babin speaks with Brian Antonellis, Senior Vice President of Fleet Operations at Fleet Advantage, about the evolving landscape of fleet management, superficially on the front line. They discuss f...
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Episode 45
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30:53
How IoT and GPS are Transforming Everyday Business Operations
In this episode of the Auto Tech Show, host Marc Babin speaks with Eleanor Uffizioabout the transformative impact of GPS and IoT technologies in the transportation sector. They discuss the evolution of these technologies, unexpected application...
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Episode 44
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22:27
The Role of Autonomous Vehicles in Modern Transportation
In this episode of the Auto Tech Show, host Marc Babin interviews Peter Hafmar, Vice President and Head of Autonomous Solutions at Scania Group, discussing the evolving role of autonomous vehicles in modern transportation. They explore technolo...
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Episode 43
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23:31
Building a Sustainable Transport Ecosystem: Collaboration and Partnerships
In this episode of the Auto Tech Show, host Marc Babin engages with Kim Johanna Kohlmeyer, Policy Manager for e-mobility at Transport and Environment Germany. They discuss the critical role of collaboration and partnerships in building a sustai...
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Episode 42
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28:16
Overcoming Barriers to Sustainable Fleet Transition
In this episode of the Auto Tech Show, host Marc Babin speaks with Cara Kirchfeld from Hylane about the challenges and solutions in transitioning to sustainable fleet operations. They discuss the financial barriers companies face, the importanc...
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Episode 41
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21:24
Innovations in Sustainable Freight & Digital Transformation
In this episode of the Auto Tech Show, host Mark Babin speaks with Jacob Lee Ornstrand, CEO of P & O, about the challenges and innovations in the automotive industry, particularly focusing on sustainable freight and digital transformation. ...
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Episode 40
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26:31
Exposing the Service Bay: Radical Transparency in Vehicle Inspections
summaryIn this conversation, the topic of radical transparency in vehicle inspections and the role of technology is discussed. The conversation covers various technological products that enhance transparency, such as dealer managemen...
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Episode 39
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45:45
Using Proactive AI to Keep Drivers Safer
Today we are looking how automotive companies are proactively using AI to help keep drivers safer on the roads – and its not how you may expect. To help me dive more into this topic, I am excited to welcome Vania La Rocca, the Director of Produ...
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Episode 38
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31:28
Unleash Ultimate Fleet Transparency and Control
On this episode, I am speaking with the Co-Founder & Managing Director at Motum, Dr. Moritz Weltgen, about enhancing fleet transparency and control. As a former German professional handball player, Dr Weltgen knows what it tak...
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Episode 37
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