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
50 episodes
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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Season 1
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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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37:04
Enabling a Data Driven Revolution
In today's episode, we are entering the realm of data-driven innovation and its profound impact on automotive companies. From OEM manufacturers to service centers and niche operators, data has become the fuel propelling innovation forward. But ...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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29:30
What is Driving the Future of Mobility and Tire Innovation
What a show we have for you today, where we ask the all-important question – what is driving the future of mobility and tire innovation. Obviously we have a ton of variables involved, but by understanding those driving forces, perhaps we can ge...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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56:51
Lasting Impacts of the Pandemic on Tire Retail and Wholesale
This episode, we are discussing the lasting impacts that the covid pandemic has had on both the tyre wholesale and retail markets. While the pandemic is visually behind us, its effects have made significant changes on these industries.
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Episode 34
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28:23
Closing Tire Retail Gaps with Cutting-Edge Automotive Technology
On today's podcast, we are discussing how cutting-edge technology in the automotive space can help close the tire retail gaps that exist. To help me do this today, I am excited to welcome Tony Mann, the Managing Director at Tyresc...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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22:03
Talking National Tire Safety Week 2024
Last year's show: https://youtu.be/FVz1qwp0v4YMore from UTSMA: https://www.ustires.org/More from TIA: https://www.tireindustry.org/More from Discount Tire: https://www.discounttire.com/Today is a big show. Not only in terms ...
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Episode 32
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51:27
The Complex and Critical Nuances of Fleet Management
Today on the show we are taking a look behind the curtain of fleet management, looking at the distinct and at times complex nuances of the industry. And our guest that will help guide us through this journey is the man for the job. Now with Geo...
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Episode 31
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32:33
The value and edge that education and collaboration bring
On this episode, the Auto Tech Show is on the road, recording live from the TMC Automotive event in New Orleans, Louisianna. And we are sitting here with a veteran in the automotive space, Martin Redilla. He has over 30 years in the automotive ...
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Episode 30
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29:03
Achieving Fleet Sustainability with Transport Topics
On this episode, we are set to discuss the growing topic of sustainability in the fleet industry and are very fortunate to be joined by Seth Clevenger, the Managing Editor of Features at Transport Topics. Transport Topics, of course, proudly ow...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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29:22
Preventing Tire and Wheel Failures on Fleet Vehicles with SKF
On this show, we are talking about the fantastic preventative maintenance potential when you merge cutting-edge hardware with modern software solutions. It is a time of exponential innovation in the fleet industry, and we are excited to talk ab...
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Episode 28
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27:09
Using Data to Manage the Lifecycle of your Truck Fleets
On this episode I am excited to welcome the Senior Vice President of Fleet Operations at Fleet Advantage, Brian Antonellis. With more than 15 years of direct fleet operational experience, Brian is a well experience executive in charge of system...
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Episode 27
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31:56
Tires: The Make or Break Element for Fleet Operators, ft. Brian Cunningham of Bridgestone
Today we are not only back talking about the fleet industry, but we are doing so with a giant in the business. Bridgestone is the world's largest tire and rubber company, not to mention a household name, but more than that, they are rapidly bec...
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Episode 26
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22:09
