Created by longtime Automoblog managing editor Carl Anthony with support from the global AutoSens and InCabin communities, AutoVision News is a boutique publication focused on future vehicle technology, including next-generation ADAS innovations, electrification, and software-defined cars. As we stand in the middle of what will be deemed one of the most significant eras in automotive, Carl amplifies the minds and voices behind this historic transformation as the host of AutoVision News Radio, all while coming to terms with middle age, father loss, and what it means to be successful in Detroit.
As part of AutoSens and InCabin USA 2024, we welcomed a number of industry thought leaders as part of our AutoVision News LIVE broadcasts from the exhibition floor. One such expert was Krishna Govindarao, co-founder and Head of Product at LightMetrics.
While at AutoSens and InCabin, Krishna talked with AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony about LightMetrics’ strategic expansion into developing driver monitoring systems for passenger cars. Krishna also shared more about the LightMetrics AI stack and why he enjoys working on complex and challenging problems.
Join Carl and Krishna for this previously live broadcast from the exhibition floor at the Huntington Place in downtown Detroit during AutoSens and InCabin USA 2024.
In this special episode of AutoVision News Radio, Carl Anthony teams up with Jan Griffiths, founder of Gravitas Detroit and host of the Automotive Leaders Podcast, for an in-depth conversation with Alan Amici, President and CEO of the Center for Automotive Research (CAR).
Discussing the need for a cultural shift in the automotive industry to match its technological advancements, Alan points out the strategies implemented by General Motors and Ford to attract new talent. He also underscores the industry’s need for more diversity, particularly women in leadership roles, to improve decision-making.
Alan also expands on the challenges around electrification, the significance of over-the-air updates, and the impact of increased global competition from China.
During AutoSens and InCabin USA 2024 in Detroit, Daniel Shwartzberg, Director of Business Development and System Solutions at Valens Semiconductor, joined AutoVision News Radio Host Carl Anthony for a discussion about MIPI A-PHY, the importance of that standard, and how the automotive industry can continue to leverage and embrace it.
Daniel also talks about the A-PHY-compliant chipsets from Valens, the VA7000 Series, engineered to withstand harsh EMC and environmental interferences and cable degradation that results from age, temperature change, and physical impacts. He also shares what he loves most about his work and what legacy he hopes to leave at the end of his career.
As part of AutoSens and InCabin USA 2024, we welcomed a number of industry thought leaders as part of our AutoVision News LIVE broadcasts from the exhibition floor. One such expert was Rubén Pérez-Aranda, co-founder and CTO of KDPOF.
Rubén helped Carl Anthony understand the KD7251 for automotive applications, a single-chip solution integrating optical fiber interface, optical engine, photonics, and electronics in a hybrid package supporting a standard reflow assembly process.
Join Carl and Rubén for this previously live broadcast from the Huntington Place in downtown Detroit during AutoSens and InCabin.
On March 7th, 2024, AutoVision Radio host Carl Anthony moderated a webinar from Reuters Events called the Software Defined Future of Automotive. The webinar examined the topic from both a passenger and commercial vehicle perspective, the importance of merging hardware and software, and why organizational culture change is necessary for software-defined cars.
Carl was joined by two respected and distinguished panelists: Sreenath K.R., Vice President of Computational Systems Infrastructure at Volvo Group Truck Technologies, and Filip Krnja, Chief Designer for Advanced Design at Ford of Europe.
Join us for a rebroadcast of this previously live webinar from Reuters Events on the Software-Defined Future of Automotive.
On Wednesday, May 8th, AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony moderated a panel session on software-defined vehicles as part of SDV Social 2024 organized by Intrepid Control Systems. Carl was joined by three respected panelists: Colt Correa, Chief Operating Officer of Intrepid Control Systems; Paul Fleck, founder and CEO of Dataspeed; and Marty Gubow, Product Manager at Keysight Technologies.
The panel discussion delved into crucial aspects that set software-defined vehicles apart from traditional ones, the necessary adaptations for electronic architectures, and Detroit’s pivotal role as the automotive industry transitions to a software-defined model.
Join us for a rebroadcast of this previously live panel discussion from the Intrepid Control Systems headquarters in Troy, Michigan.
Raising speed limits on highways could lead to more crashes on nearby roads, according to research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. This ”Spillover Effect” creates unintended safety hazards for local communities that might not be involved in the decision-making process to raise the posted speed limit on a nearby highway.
Dr. William J. Horrey, Technical Director for the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, joins Carl for this episode of AutoVision News Radio. Dr. Horrey shares the Foundation’s research on Spillover Effects, including how ”Hot Spot” analyses can provide new insights for road safety.
Meanwhile, Carl takes us back to rural Iowa and imagines how Spillover Effects might impact his former home.
On March 7th, 2024, AutoVision Radio host Carl Anthony moderated a webinar from Reuters Events called the Software Defined Future of Automotive. The webinar examined the topic from both a passenger and commercial vehicle perspective, the importance of merging hardware and software, and why organizational culture change is necessary for software-defined cars.
Carl was joined by two respected and distinguished panelists: Sreenath K.R., Vice President of Computational Systems Infrastructure at Volvo Group Truck Technologies, and Filip Krnja, Chief Designer for Advanced Design at Ford of Europe.
Join us for a rebroadcast of this previously live webinar from Reuters Events on the Software-Defined Future of Automotive.
When it comes to next-generation ADAS innovations and higher levels of vehicle automation, an almost infinite number of images and point-cloud frames must be annotated in a way that is fast, affordable, and at scale. Time, cost, and quality factor into this process and are among the primary challenges when realizing ADAS and automated driving functions that require validation via high volumes of annotated data.
Juergen Daunis, CEO of understand.ai, provides a more in-depth look at these challenges, how AI and machine learning play a role, and the importance of a CI/CD toolchain.
Gravitas Detroit founder Jan Griffiths is the architect of cultural change. Whether on stage, walking the shop floor, or behind the microphone as the host of the Automotive Leaders Podcast, Jan has become the industry’s most significant force for authentic leadership, a style of leadership that demolishes old silos and antiquated principals, building up trust and inspiration in their place.
Jan joins AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony to discuss why she left her high-powered executive role, why a culture overhaul in automotive is necessary, and why having her daughter’s support means everything to her.
Jayada Pandit loved being on the manufacturing floor at her father’s company in India. As a young girl, well before university, her passion for engineering was ignited by her father’s side as she would rush to the factory after school. In adulthood, she later worked on patents with her father, still remembering the toy airplane he gifted her years ago.
Today, Jayada is the Head of Marketing, Branding, and Thought Leadership Initiatives at KPIT Americas and oversees KPIT’s Women in Mobility program. In this special episode of AutoVision News Radio, Jayada shares her personal and professional journey, how women can overcome imposter syndrome, and why she seeks to ”die empty” in honor of the name given to her by her father.
On March 5th, 2024, Dodge debuted the Charger Daytona, the brand’s first multi-energy muscle car.
AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony provides an in-depth look at the Charger Daytona’s spec sheet, including the importance of the STLA Large platform, the three-in-one architecture of the electric drive modules, and key features of the Hurricane engine.
“Despite all the chatter around the E.V. powertrain, the Charger Daytona can be optioned with a gasoline powertrain.,” Anthony said. “The Stellantis Hurricane engine is a three-liter twin-turbo inline-six with V8 levels of power.”
Connected cars are forecasted to make up 95 percent of all vehicles on the road by 2030, with each one generating an estimated 25 gigabytes of data per hour – as much data as it would take someone to stream nearly 600 hours of music. How such data may be leveraged for new revenue channels through personalized, value-added features is a prime area of focus for the automotive industry.
Achyut Jajoo, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Manufacturing and Automotive at Salesforce, joins Carl to discuss the relationship between connected cars and the Automotive Cloud, how the industry can enhance its communication with customers, and the promise that software-defined vehicles represent.
Carl and Achyut also travel back to 1999 to the founding of Salesforce in San Francisco and reminisce about fond memories of learning to drive when they were teenagers.
While consumers may not understand all the jargon, quirks, and idiosyncrasies of the automotive industry, their interests are piqued once they have a basic definition of a connected car and its potential benefits. However, that interest only extends so far, as consumers view certain connected car features and capabilities as more valuable than others.
This realization is among the key findings in a body of research from Salesforce in partnership with YouGov, released in January 2024, that surveyed nearly 2,200 U.S. drivers aged 18 and over.
In this solo episode, AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony summarizes the findings of this Salesforce study on connected cars and shares key insights from the survey on which features consumers will either pay more money or trade their personal data for.
Like every other aspect of automotive, the retail arm of the industry is undergoing immense change. Yet one constant remains for dealerships, no matter where they are located or which logos are on the building: it’s the people business first, the car business second.
Jennifer Lennox is the Vice President of People, Culture, and Learning at AutoCanada, a North American dealer group operating over 80 franchised locations comprised of nearly 30 brands. In this episode of AutoVision News Radio, Jennifer expands on AutoCanada’s core values and why the organization works diligently to invest in its relationships with employees and customers.
Consumer trust is one of the most significant pieces of the ADAS puzzle. Although the importance of consumer trust with regard to ADAS is well acknowledged, it’s no less important, especially as technologies like DMS enter the picture.
What is the link between consumer trust and the fully optimized synchronization of ADAS and DMS? Seeing Machines has been tackling this topic for over two decades. CEO Paul McGlone joins Carl to discuss the relationship between ADAS and DMS, why consumer trust is essential, and how the company continues to rally around its foundational principles of safety.
Daily traffic volumes have rebounded from pandemic lows in 2020, but perhaps not surprisingly, traffic and pedestrian fatalities have risen in tandem. Unsafe driving behaviors like speeding, texting, and operating under the influence continue to impact these statistics. Among the questions are why people engage in risky behaviors behind the wheel and what countermeasures can be implemented to prevent such behavior.
These questions are at the core of the latest Traffic Safety Culture Index (TSCI) survey from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. Senior Researcher Dr. Rebecca Steinbach joins Carl to provide additional insight into the findings of the latest TSCI survey.
As the world moves towards an electric vehicle revolution, the need for certified technicians to maintain the charging infrastructure is greater than ever. For EVs to reach their full potential, consumers must have complete faith and confidence in the charging infrastructure.
SkillFusion co-founder and COO Alisyn Malek joins Carl to discuss this topic, sharing insight into how SkillFusion is developing a nationwide talent pipeline that can operate and maintain electric vehicle chargers for peak performance and availability. Alisyn also recalls her early years at General Motors, her time with May Mobility, and why ”pushing the needle forward” is one of her guiding philosophies.
During Reuters Events Automotive USA 2023, Carl Anthony went on a ride-and-drive demonstration with LeddarTech. The company’s engineers showcased the company’s perception platform, specifically the low-level sensor fusion architecture.
Following the drive, Carl talked with Pierre Olivier, LeddarTech’s Chief Technology Officer. During the discussion, Pierre shared more about LeddarTech’s focus and how the company identified certain key market trends. Pierre also shared how low-level sensor fusion works and the legacy he and LeddarTech wish to leave for the future of mobility.
Joel Ayres is the Executive Director of The Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation, or AACF for short. AACF is a 501c3 nonprofit that helps automotive aftermarket industry members and their families when they need it most. Before his work with AACF, Joel served on the SEMA Board of Directors and started SEMA Cares in 2007.
Carl Anthony sits down with Joel for this special episode of AutoVision News Radio on the value of sharing our time, talent, and treasure. Joel shares with us the mission of AACF and how SEMA Cares came to fruition.
Vehicles with all-wheel drive can provide more traction and stability, but how exactly do these systems achieve that? In an era of electrification, what are the differences and synergies between traditional all-wheel drive systems for gasoline-powered cars and e-drive systems?
AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony visited GKN Driveline North America in Auburn Hills, MI, to gain additional insight from Ben DeLand, Director of Electrical Hardware Engineering.
The latest body of research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that drivers who use ADAS features grow comfortable with the technology over time, but the degree of that comfort could raise potential concerns. In essence, drivers who engaged with common ADAS features began to lower their overall attention to the driving task as the study went on. In this solo episode, AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony recaps and summarizes the findings from AAA and shares key insights from technical director Dr. William Horrey.
During AutoSens Brussels in September 2023, we conducted our AutoVision News LIVE at AutoSens interview series from the exhibition floor. One of our guests during the event was Jan Aelterman, assistant professor at Ghent University and imec. Since earning his Ph.D. degree in engineering from Ghent University, Jan has built a lengthy academic record in different application fields like MRI, CT, microscopy, consumer video, and automotive perception.
During AutoSens Brussels, Jan explained the idea behind cooperative sensor fusion, what trends he sees on the horizon, and why he loves the Concorde supersonic airliner.
During AutoSens Brussels 2023, we conducted our AutoVision News LIVE interview series from the exhibition floor. One of our guests during the event was Colin Kwan, President and CEO of MEMS Drive Inc. MEMS is short for Micro-ElectroMechanical System, which Colin helped us further understand during AutoSens Brussels 2023. Colin also shared the philosophy behind Safe Drive with MEMS Drive, what trends he sees on the horizon, and what he loves most about working in automotive.
Join Carl and Colin for this previously live broadcast from the exhibition floor at the Autoworld Museum during AutoSens Brussels 2023.
AutoSens Brussels 2023 marked the end of an era as a new chapter unfolds for the world’s leading exhibition on ADAS and autonomous vehicle technology development. The AutoSens and InCabin conferences will co-locate in 2024, first in Detroit in May 2024 and then in Barcelona in October 2024.
From the exhibition floor at the Autoworld Museum, Carl talks with Rob Stead, Managing Director of Sense Media, the organizers of the AutoSens and InCabin conferences. Rob recalls the early days of AutoSens, some of the most significant trends in ADAS over the years, and what he is most proud of as the conference enters a new era.
The Detroit Autonomous Vehicle Group is an open community built around the development of miniaturized self-driving cars. Drawing from his struggles in middle school after moving to the United States, DAVG founder Alex Polonsky has modeled the group into a safe space where tech enthusiasts can share ideas and learn from one another.
On this episode of AutoVision News Radio, Alex shares his rebellious early years as his family sought to leave the USSR and how scary it can be to land in a new place where nothing is familiar and you cannot speak the language. Alex also shares why young and aspiring engineers should get their hands dirty and work on projects and why it’s important to foster a community of innovation and inclusion.
In an age of electrification, autonomy, and software-defined cars, what does it mean to preserve the history of the automobile? As we seek to build a better and more equitable world under the banner of future mobility, how can we safeguard the stories and experiences of those before us?
Casey Maxon, Senior Manager of Heritage at the Hagerty Drivers Foundation, joins Carl for this episode of AutoVision News Radio. Casey shares the vision of the Foundation, the inspiration behind the National Historic Vehicle Register, and how platforms like YouTube are powerful tools for preserving automotive history.
Frank Meguiar, Jr. made his first bottles of furniture polish in 1901 with an egg beater, working at night to fill orders. 50 years later, Meguiar’s Mirror Glaze was the go-to choice for car manufacturers, dealerships, and consumers.
Mike Pennington, Director of Training and Consumer Relations, and Tony D’Amato, Senior Manager of Experiential Marketing and PR at Meguiar’s, join Carl for this episode of AutoVision News Radio. Mike and Tony share the evolution of automotive paint and detailing technology, how enthusiasts are embracing EVs, and why the inside of the bottle matters most.
If the “future of mobility” were an equation, REE Automotive would solve it with creativity and ingenuity. Co-founder Daniel Barel and the REE team are more than familiar with the drawing board as they pursue a collective vision of building the ultimate customer-centric vehicle.
In this episode of AutoVision News Radio, Daniel takes Carl through the company’s latest innovations – the REEcorner and REE platform – from a design and engineering perspective. Daniel opens up about his life, sharing his business philosophies of always hearing the customer’s voice and never giving up.
Michigan’s Office of Future Mobility and Electrification, or OFME for short, was established in 2020 to enhance Michigan’s mobility ecosystem by supporting the startup and scale-up of emerging technologies and businesses.
OFME Program Manager Janine Ward joins Carl for this episode of AutoVision News Radio where Janine shares her past years working at the Detroit Autorama, how the Michigan Mobility Funding Platform fosters innovation in The Wolverine State, and why equitable mobility is more than just a “buzzword.”
Established in 2001, the Automotive Women’s Alliance Foundation is dedicated to the advancement of every woman in the automotive and mobility industries. AWA co-founder and Director of Business Development for Schwartz Machine Company Kim Ziomek joins Carl for this episode of AutoVision News Radio. Kim shares why she enjoys being with customers, the power of networking, mentorship, and communication, and how we can work together to ensure a bright future for women in automotive.
Angus Pacala, Chief Executive Officer of Ouster, takes Carl through the basics of LiDAR and Moore’s law, underscoring the significance of analog to digital transformations. Carl recalls his AM radio days in Iowa covering severe weather, while Angus shares Ouster’s origin story and the impressive specifications behind the company’s latest innovations.
PreAct Technologies founder Paul Drysch joins us to discuss what he sees as the “writing on the wall” in the automotive industry. Paul shares how simulation expedites vehicle development, the roadblocks to private ownership of self-driving cars, and why the potential for EVs to have a longer service life is essential to recognize.
Live from Brussels, Belgium, Carl Anthony talks with some of the industry’s leading minds at AutoSens and InCabin. The automotive space is undergoing a dynamic transformation, which impacts all aspects of ADAS and in-cabin monitoring. What does the future hold? How will we continue to push the boundaries of innovation? Join Carl and these thought leaders as they share their insight and experience.
Drivers worldwide admire and enjoy Lotus cars for their beautiful design, sharp handling, and breathtaking performance. Given their historical trajectory, it’s easy to overlook the sports car manufacturer as a leader in ADAS. But that’s far from the truth.
Paolo Foglino, Head of ADAS for Lotus, shares the challenges of integrating ADAS functionality into a two-door sports car, what Lotus has learned from validation testing, and why the 97T is his favorite car.
The average price paid for a new vehicle in the United States reached its highest in June 2022, according to Kelley Blue Book. Average transaction prices surpassed $48,000 for new vehicles, beating the previous high of $47,202 set in December 2021. The rising transaction prices also impacted hybrid and EV buyers.
Carl Anthony, Managing Editor of Automoblog and AutoVision News, examines the key data points and findings from Kelley Blue Book.
Unlike humans, autonomous vehicles cannot think or act for themselves. Instead, they rely on high-definition maps to supply context about the environment. Machines can’t improvise or adapt like humans, so safety concerns arise if a vehicle suddenly encounters an unplanned obstruction or outdated map.
That said, can cars rely on real-time scene construction and reduce its dependency on prior maps and localization? To help us understand this, we sat down with Sravan Puttagunta, CEO of Hyperspec AI.
As automakers shift to electrified and software-defined vehicles, addressing cyber risk is vital, especially within the charging infrastructure. As an author, keynote speaker, and lecturer with over 25 years of experience at the intersection of technology and business, Professor Thomas Koehler joins us to share valuable insights on the future of electrification, autonomy, and cybersecurity.
We also talk about Professor Koehler’s work as an author and the vehicle that “puts a grin on his face” whenever he drives it.
In the context of automotive safety, we don’t usually think of cybersecurity as being experienced dynamically and personally, at least not to the degree of something like an airbag. Yet as our cars become more software-defined, the gap between safety and security will close. Protecting our data and the integrity of the vehicle drive systems against malicious actors will be as crucial as seatbelts and crumple zones.
Jennifer Tisdale, Chief Executive Officer of GRIMM, a cyber research firm, joins Carl to discuss what a robust cybersecurity strategy looks like, why testing for vulnerabilities is not a sign of weakness, and what legacy she hopes to leave in the automotive industry.
An engineer, technologist, and advocate, Indu Vijayan is the Director of Product Management for AEye and the founder of Women in Autonomy. Over the years in automotive, Vijayan noticed how few women were at the table and set out to reverse this trend. Under Vijayan’s leadership, Women in Autonomy has grown into an influential forum that educates, equips, and empowers women in all industries, from automotive and mobility to industrial, robotics, smart cities, and beyond.
In this episode, we go back to Vijayan’s college years; we explore the potential of adaptive LiDAR and see what the future holds for Women in Autonomy.
Sound engineering will make a product more robust, while sound marketing will give it more reach. But what are the benchmarks for a successful marketing platform in automotive? We know that social media is essential, but what about graphic design and written content?
Katelyn Magney, founder of Magney Creative, has developed a “One Woman Show” for companies looking to overhaul their marketing and communications strategy. As the MarCom Director for VSI Labs, Katelyn oversaw the promotion of successful ADAS-focused programs. She brings her experience to the table to help us understand why marketing for automotive , especially after COVID, is more important than ever.
The modern automobile is a collection of many different systems combined to create a finished product. No one system is “better” than another as each serves a specific and essential function. In the same way, our automotive careers are the sum of many different experiences, none of which we should discount.
Justin C. McKnight, founder of Steady Growth Consulting, is many things: an engineer, executive, technical sales professional, leadership coach, hip-hop artist, and father. Justin shows us how what we do in life and business is interconnected and how it’s possible to take what we have learned and channel it towards a more fulfilling future.
OEMs need cutting-edge technology that meets even the most ambitious cost reduction targets and form factor requirements. This is essential in today’s ultra-competitive automotive landscape, but what is the secret? Is it having a great product or a talented team? Maybe, it’s exceptional customer service? Or is it a delicate combination of all three?
Andy Hanvey, Director of Automotive Marketing at OMNIVISION, shares how the company identifies market trends ahead of time and how they deliver real-world solutions to OEMs. Andy also shares his thoughts on in-cabin monitoring and key insights from his decades-long career in automotive.
Software-defined architectures are the key to making the “car of the future” possible. An electrified vehicle with the highest levels of connectivity and convenience can likely only be achieved through a software-centric platform. While such platforms promise increased safety, comfort, and functionality, the computing power requirements jump exponentially.
To gather some insight into software-defined cars, we turned to Daniel Sisco, the Senior Director of Digitial Product Strategy at Renesas. We explore how Renesas is helping set the tone for many converging trends in automotive, including electrification and autonomy. Daniel also shares his early college years and why he pursued a career in automotive.
