AI Auto Podcast
by 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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- S7E56 – How South Korea Became an Industrial Superpower: The Hyundai Motor Group Story — And Why Mexico Is Falling Behind · 15 minFour members of the World Car Awards jury are in South Korea to explore one of the most remarkable industrial success stories of our time. How did a relatively small country…
- S7E55 – Hyundai Takes Off-Road Seriously: Introducing the New XRT Pro Lineup · 13 minIn this episode, we get behind the wheel of the 2027 Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro alongside Melvyn Bautista, Product Planning Manager at Hyundai Motor America, who gives us an inside…
- S7E54 - Why Are People So Worried About My Retirement? And Ai ironic commentary · 9 minA year from now I will close my "professional career". The reactions poured in: “I’ve never seen you NOT working!” “Won’t you be bored?” “What will you do without traveling?” (5+…
- S7E53 – Celebrating 1 Million Vehicles at Mazda Toyota Manufacturing with Tom Donnelly · 16 minIn this episode we celebrate a major manufacturing milestone with Tom Donnelly, President and CEO of Mazda North American Operations: the production of the one-millionth vehicle…
- S7E52: Who Makes the 2027 Audi Q9 Digital Matrix LED System So Advanced? · 11 minIn this episode, we sit down with Dr. Michael Kruppa, Head of Headlight Development at Audi, to explore the groundbreaking Digital Matrix LED headlights making their U.S. debut…
- S1E51: From Iceland’s Loneliest House to Chile – Powering Remote Dreams with EcoFlow · 17 minIn this episode, we sit down with Jeremy Hart, the producer behind the remarkable story of how the EcoFlow TITAN 5000 Plus is now powering the “loneliest house in the world” on…
- S7E50 - From 4 BMWs to a 2027 Rivian R2: One Owner’s EV Leap · 18 minIn this episode we’re back in Miami meeting one of the very first owners of the 2027 Rivian R2. After a lifetime of gas-powered BMWs (four in a row), he made the jump to electric…
- S7E49 – Jaguar Type 01 Finally Revealed: Live from the New York Global Launch with CTO Thomas Müller · 16 minWe’re in New York City for the global premiere of the all-new Jaguar Type 01 — the boldest car Jaguar has ever built. Designed, engineered, and manufactured in the UK on the…
- S7E48 – How Vaughn Gittin Jr. & RTR Brought the 2026 Ford Mustang RTR to Life · 15 minWe’re live at Thunderhill Raceway Park with Vaughn Gittin Jr., founder and President of RTR (Ready to Rock Vehicles), as he reveals the full story behind the first-ever official…
- S7E47 – Ford Mustang Chief Engineer Carl Widmann Watches His Dark Horse Run at Sonoma · 16 minIn this episode, we’re at Sonoma Raceway, where we catch Ford Mustang Chief Engineer Carl Widmann on the Turn 11 Terrace. As the 2026 Mustang Dark Horse tears around the track…
- S7E46: Inside the 2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid with the Engineers, Designers & Planners Who Built It · 16 minIn this episode, we sit down with the engineers, designers, and product planners who spent years developing the all-new 2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid for the U.S. market. They walk us…
- S7E45: Autonomy Expands Beyond EVs with Ford Mustang, F-150 & Bronco · 20 minIn this episode of AI Auto Podcast, we sit down with Fred Weick, the new CEO of Autonomy, to discuss the company’s next chapter. Known for its focus on all-electric vehicle…
- S7E44 – Driving the 2026 BYD Shark: The Plug-In Hybrid Pickup That Could Crush It in the U.S. · 10 minIn this episode, I’m behind the wheel of the 2026 BYD Shark—the first plug-in hybrid 4x4 pickup available in Chile. Built on BYD’s Dual Mode Off-road platform, it pairs a…
- S7E43 - The Iván Espinosa Effect: Pride & Inspiration at Nissan Aguascalientes · 18 minIn this episode, we travel to Mexico with Nissan CEO Iván Espinosa as he visits his native country for the first time since taking the top job. Under his leadership, Nissan has…
- S7E42 – Who’s Behind the New Secret Sauce at Mitsubishi Motors USA? · 15 minIn this episode, recorded outside Seattle, Washington, we sit down with Travis Wattles, Director of Product Strategy at Mitsubishi Motors North America. He unpacks the company’s…
- AI Auto Podcast S7E41 — Why You Should Be Paying More Attention to Mitsubishi · 18 minIn this episode, we get an in-depth look at the updated Mitsubishi Outlander, featuring a new, highly advanced plug-in hybrid powertrain designed to improve performance…
- S7E40: The Auto Industry Is in Crisis—Is It Time to Walk Away? · 20 minThe automotive industry is being hit from every direction: tariff wars, layoffs, bankruptcies, shrinking media, China's growing dominance, volatile fuel prices, the slow death of…
- S7-E39 - One Month in Chile… and Suddenly Retirement Doesn’t Sound So Crazy · 11 minFor the first time in 25 years, I took an entire month off. No press launches. No test drives. No deadlines. At first it felt strange.Then it felt necessary. Spending July in…
- S7-E38: Are Chinese EVs Being Banned? The Future of American Cars · 15 minIn this episode we unpack why Polestar is leaving the U.S. market under new connected vehicle security rules, what the regulations mean for GM, Ford, and other automakers, and…
- S7E37: Automotive Media 2026 — Survival, Influence, and the Fight for Credibility · 16 minAfter months of conversations and analysis, one conclusion stands out: Traditional journalism is not perfectly independent, and creators and influencers are not automatically…
- S7E36: Top 10 Differences Between Traditional Automotive Media and New Media in 2026 · 10 minIn this episode, we asked Grok to break down the third installment in our series on Automotive Media in 2026. The verdict? The industry has become a glorious, chaotic circus. On…
- S7E35 - Ultimate 2026 Press Trip Survival Guide: What Media Should NEVER Do + What PR Pros Must Fix · 12 minIn this special episode, we asked Grok to combine two of the most valuable topics from our 2026 Automotive Media series into one powerhouse episode. Discover the Top 10 Things…
- S7E34: The First-Ever Ford Bronco Filson – Rugged American Heritage? · 18 minIn this episode, we’re joined by Ford to explore the First-Ever Bronco Filson Edition — a powerful collaboration where Bronco’s Built Wild spirit meets Filson’s legendary…
- S7E33: Luxury, Performance & Rescue Dogs at Bentley Palm Beach · 9 minIn this episode we experience an exclusive first drive of the all-new 2026 Bentley Continental GT S and Continental GTC S at a special charity event hosted by Bentley Palm Beach…
- S7E32: Behind the Scenes with two of Chevrolet’s Indy 500 Heroes · 14 minIn this episode from the 110th running of the Indy 500, we go behind the scenes with two of Chevrolet’s most passionate and knowledgeable professionals: Judith Dominick…
- S7E31 - Why Don’t People Listen to the Experts on a Race Track? · 20 minIn this episode, we head to the legendary Road America race track during the Midwest Automotive Media Association Spring Rally, where we get a private lesson from Bradley Pines…
- AI Auto Podcast S7E30: Lexus’ Bold Electrification Move – Right on Time · 11 minIn this episode, we’re in La Jolla, California for an exclusive test drive of the 2027 Lexus ES — now available as both a hybrid and full EV — plus our first look at the all-new…
- S7E29: Ford and Carhartt Celebrate a Century of Workwear and Truck Heritage · 13 minIn this episode, we travel to Detroit for a special celebration between Ford and Carhartt — two iconic American brands shaped by generations of hard work on the same job sites…
- S7E28: Inside Hyundai’s MetaPlant—A Multi-Propulsion Future Takes Shape in Georgia · 15 minIn this episode, we visit Hyundai Motor Group’s MetaPlant near Savannah, Georgia, for a closer look at the company’s forward-looking manufacturing and product strategy. Dan…
- S7E27: 2027 Infiniti QX65 First look – Real Gold Paint, Next-Gen Tech & Klipsch Audio · 16 minIn this episode we’re in Nashville for an exclusive first drive of the all-new 2027 Infiniti QX65, where we break down the SUV’s bold new direction, including the stunning…
- S7E26 - Nissan’s AI-Driven Future — Smart Strategy or Hype? · 13 minIn this episode, we break down Nissan’s bold AI strategy unveiled during the Mobility Intelligence for Everyday Life event. President and CEO Ivan Espinosa positions artificial…
- S7E25: The 3 Biggest Car-Buying Mistakes—and One Simple Fix · 19 minIn this episode, we sit down with Ray Shefska, co-founder of CarEdge, who brings decades of industry experience and deep data insights to the car-buying process. He breaks down…
- S7E24: Why Slate Auto’s Head of Design Tisha Johnson Calls It Her Dream Job · 13 minIn this episode, we’re in New York visiting Tisha Johnson, Head of Design at Slate Auto, an emerging startup preparing to launch an affordable, ultra-versatile electric pickup…
- S7E23 - The 2026 BMW iX3 Dominates World Car Awards – Grok’s Predictions Were 100% Spot On! · 16 minIn this exciting episode we celebrate the 2026 BMW iX3’s massive double victory at the World Car Awards! Grok called it perfectly — predicting the iX3 would take home top honors…
- S7E22 - Pirelli at the 2026 Miami Open 2026 with CEO Claudio Zanardo · 18 minIn this special episode from the 2026 Miami Open, we sit down with Claudio Zanardo, CEO of Pirelli North America, to explore how Pirelli is bringing its world-class…
- S7E21 — Grok AI Predicts a BMW iX3 Triple Win at the 2026 World Car Awards in NY · 17 minIn this episode, we consult Grok Ai for its bold predictions across all six categories of the 2026 World Car Awards, set to be revealed live at the New York International Auto…
- S7E20 — From Petaluma to Patagonia: A Journey to Malalcahuello, Chile · 16 minIn this episode, we travel to southern Chile to meet Matt Barnett—an American adventurer from Petaluma, California—whose journey led him far beyond expectations. After…
- S7E19: The Car Collector Who Stopped at 1992 — When Cars Got Too Smart · 15 minIn this episode, we explore why this car collector draws the line at 1992—the turning point when Computer-Aided Design (CAD) transformed car design. As engineering shifted from…
- S7E18 — Does Kia’s VP of Marketing have the easiest job in the U.S. Auto Industry? · 16 minIn this episode we sit down with Russell Wager, Vice President of Marketing at Kia America, who explains the strategy behind one of the industry’s most consistent success…
- S7E17: Why Audi Is as Excited About the 2026 Q3 as Its New Formula 1 Team · 13 minIn this episode, we’re in San Luis Obispo, California, test-driving the all-new 2026 Audi Q3. The latest generation raises the bar in the compact SUV segment with best-in-class…
- S7E16: Genesis & Genesis Inspiration Foundation Drive STEAM Education in Miami · 14 minThe Genesis Gives corporate social responsibility initiative from Genesis Motor America partnered with Breakthrough Miami to host a hands-on STEAM workshop for more than 40…
- S7E15: The Next-Generation Dodge Charger Is Finally Complete · 14 minIn this episode, we speak with Matt McAlear, CEO of Dodge, about the fully realized next-generation Dodge Charger lineup. He explains why the new Charger family makes more sense…
- S7E14 – Behind the Wheel of History: Driving the 1886 Benz Patent Motor Car · 18 minRecorded at Moda Miami 2026, this episode captures a once-in-a-lifetime moment: driving the 1886 Benz Patent Motor Car, widely regarded as the first automobile ever built. I’m…
- S7E13 — Inside Mazda’s Strategy: How the 2026 CX-5 Reinvents Their Best-Seller · 13 minFrom Encinitas, California, we explore the fully updated 2026 Mazda CX-5 and why Mazda sees it as the cornerstone of its global strategy. With more interior space, improved…
- S7E12 - Jeep Reset Explained: Inside the Strategy with Mauricio López Ramos · 15 minIn this episode we test drive the 2026 Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and sit down with Mauricio López Ramos, Global VP of Sales Operations at Jeep, who explains Jeep Reset—a…
- S7E11 - Have you ever made an engineer cry from pure emotion during an interview? I didn't think so! · 20 minAI Auto Podcast S7E11 - In this captivating episode, Mazda´s Engineer Matthew Valbuena shares the story about how his deaf father, Francisco René Valbuena, taught him that true…
- S7E10 | Why Toyota Accelerating its EV Strategy now? What Do They Know That Others Don’t? · 19 minIn this episode, we’re on location in Ojai, where Toyota unveiled its expanding electric vehicle roadmap. We get a first look at the upcoming 2027 Highlander EV, then hit the…
- S7E9 – How to Win an Automotive Engineering or Journalism Scholarship? · 17 minIn this episode, we break down a new $100,000 educational initiative from the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) in partnership with the SAE…
- S7E8 – Why the gas-powered 2026 Audi A6 Still Matters in Audi’s EVEra · 16 minRecorded in Palm Springs, California, this episode features Anthony Garbis, Sr. Manager of Product Planning at Audi of America, as we test drive the 2026 Audi A6, a gas-powered…
- S7E8 — Formula E Insights and the Story Behind Nissan’s No. 23 · 16 minFrom the paddock at the 2026 Miami E-Prix, we sit down with Nissan Formula E drivers Oliver Rowland and Norman Nato. The conversation covers the unique demands of Formula E…
