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Autocar Business

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Welcome to the Autocar Business podcast, our industry focused audio channel that brings you closer to all the key themes and people in the automotive industry. For even more in-depth industry insight, head over to our new Change Makers podcast where we hear how some of the UK's most agile and disruptive companies are dramatically reshaping the automotive landscape, with unprecedented access to the executives and thought leaders driving that change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episodes

  1. Why fleets should go electric (ep.15)

    In this episode we sit down with Mike Nakrani, CEO of VEV, to discuss the many positives of going electric for fleet owners and drivers alike, and how lower total cost of ownership for electric vehicles is making the switch even more compelling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

  2. Is ‘mobility’ dead? (ep.14)

    In this episode we sit down with Natalie Sauber, director of automotive at Arcadis, to discuss why we are seeing a “weeding out” of faltering automotive start-ups, China’s ongoing domination of EV technology and manufacturing, and whether the ‘mobility’ industry as we know it is dead. Hosted on...

  3. ‘Payment anxiety’ – the problem with public EV charging (ep.13)

    In episode 13, we sit down with Sara Sloman, chief strategy officer at Paythru, to discuss how overly complicated payment processes for public EV charging have given rise to "payment anxiety". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. What is a software-defined vehicle? (ep.12)

    In episode 12, we sit down with Derek de Bono, vice president of software-defined vehicles at Valeo, to discuss how over-the-air software updates will change the face of car usership, what OEMs need to do to future-proof their cars, and what's next for the world of pay-to-use in-car features....

  5. What even is a ‘car dealer’ in 2024? (ep.11)

    In episode 11, we sit down with mobility expert Lukas Neckermann to discuss the relationship between startups and OEMs in the mobility space, how technologies such as over-the-air software updates are changing the face of car ownership, and the role of dealerships in 2024. Hosted on Acast. See...

  6. Autocar Business Live: The future of aftersales

    So much of the talk around electric cars has been on the initial purchase, and what needs to be done to help people make the decision. But once that decision has been made and that new electric car has been delivered to the customer, what happens next? Enter the world of aftersales. To discuss…

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  7. Autocar Business Live: Selling Cars in 2024

    The post-Covid car market has been on a rocky path to recovery, but recent surges at the end of 2023 have sparked hope of a return to pre-pandemic normality. But, what will the world of car sales look like in 2024? That is the question we will be answering. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

  8. Power List 100 Podcast: Retailer royalty (ep.5)

    Welcome to episode five of the all-new, five-part Autocar Business Power List 100 Podcast, produced in partnership with automotive experience platform Keyloop. Throughout the series, we'll be inviting industry experts to discuss the biggest names, companies and topics outlined in the Autocar...

  9. Power List 100 Podcast: The top designers and engineers (ep.4)

    Welcome to episode four of the all-new, five-part Autocar Business Power List 100 Podcast, produced in partnership with automotive experience platform Keyloop. Throughout the series, we'll be inviting industry experts to discuss the biggest names, companies and topics outlined in the Autocar...

  10. Power List 100 Podcast: The rise of China's car makers (ep.3)

    Welcome to episode three of the all-new, five-part Autocar Business Power List 100 Podcast, produced in partnership with automotive experience platform Keyloop. Throughout the series, we'll be inviting industry experts to discuss the biggest names, companies and topics outlined in the Autocar...

  11. Power List 100 Podcast: The top automotive disruptors (ep.2)

    Welcome to episode two of the all-new, five-part Autocar Business Power List 100 Podcast, produced in partnership with automotive experience platform Keyloop. Throughout the series, we'll be inviting industry experts to discuss the biggest names, companies and topics outlined in the Autocar...

  12. Power List 100 Podcast: The top global CEOs and OEM leaders (ep.1)

    Welcome to episode one of the all-new, five-part Autocar Business Power List 100 Podcast, produced in partnership with automotive experience platform Keyloop. Throughout the series, we'll be inviting industry experts to discuss the biggest names, companies and topics outlined in the Autocar...

  13. The future of Lotus (ep.10)

    In episode 10, we sit down with Conor Horne, UK & Ireland director for Lotus Cars, to discuss his career in the automotive industry, the wholesale versus agency model debate and the electrified future of Lotus Cars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  14. How Connected Kerb is rethinking on-street EV charging (ep.9)

    In episode nine, we sit down with Ben Boutcher-West, chief digital officer at Connected Kerb, to discuss the fallout of the 2035 ICE ban pushback, the real-world effects of winter weather on electric vehicles and how Connected Kerb is rethinking on-street electric vehicle charging. Hosted on…

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  15. GRIDSERVE's amazing EV ecosystem (ep.8)

    In episode eight we sit down with Rob Buckland, chief sales officer at Gridserve, to discuss the future of second-life EVs, industry scaremongering and Gridserve's innovative Sun-to-Wheel ecosystem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  16. Big EV myths (and the rise of Myenergi) (ep.7)

    In episode seven, we sit down with Jordan Marie Brompton, CMO at Myenergi, to discuss her journey as an entrepreneur, how Myenergi’s products are changing the game for renewable power and big EV myths. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  17. Editor's briefing: what 2030 ICE ban delay means

    Editor-in-chief Steve Cropley, editor Mark Tisshaw, news editor Felix Page and deputy news editor Will Rimell break down the government's huge decision to push back the UK's ban on new ICE cars to 2035. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  18. The true cost of running an electric vehicle (ep.6)

    In episode six, we sit down with Toby Poston, director of corporate affairs at the BVRLA, to discuss the supply and demand imbalance for used EVs, new controversial legislation around leasing and the true cost of running and electric vehicle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

  19. London's big problem with car sharing (ep.5)

    In episode five, we sit down with Joseph Seal-Driver, commercial director at Sustainable Ventures, to discuss his love for micro-mobility, the difference between ride-hailing and chauffeured services and London's big problem with car sharing. To listen to more great industry analysis, head over…

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  20. Editor's briefing: why JLR is betting £2.25bn on Jaguar's future

    Join editor-in-chief Steve Cropley, editor Mark Tisshaw, news editor Felix Page, and correspondent Nick Gibbs as we address the global car industry's hottest topics: Will the investment in Jaguar pay dividends; what the latest rise in UK car production really means; and why Tata investing in the...

  21. Is keyless car sharing secure? (ep.4)

    In episode four, we sit down with Ramu Nair, Head of Sales for INVERS, to find out how INVERS’ car sharing platform is building a brighter future for accessible mobility, and how its keyless technology provides even better security for providers and users alike. Hosted on Acast. See...

  22. How Hyundai is rethinking online car subscriptions with Mocean (ep.3)

    In episode three, we sit down with Oxana Grishna, Head of Future Retail and Transformation at Hyundai UK, to find out how Hyundai's in-house car subscription service, Mocean, is shaping its retail strategies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  23. Is car leasing the future of retail? (ep.2)

    We sit down with Karl Howkins, Managing Director of SOGO, to find out how his monthly leasing company is changing the game for flexible usership, and why top-drawer customer service is key to beating OEMs and dealer groups in this space. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  24. Will car sharing replace ownership? (ep.1)

    Welcome to the new Autocar Business Change Makers podcast, produced in partnership with car subscription software platform Tomorrow's Journey. Throughout the series, we will hear how some of the UK's most agile and disruptive companies are dramatically reshaping the automotive landscape, with...

  25. Introducing the new Autocar Business Change Makers Podcast

    Welcome to the new Autocar Business Change Makers podcast, produced in partnership with car subscription software platform Tomorrow's Journey. Throughout the series, we will hear how some of the UK's most agile and disruptive companies are dramatically reshaping the automotive landscape, with...

  26. Autocar Business Live: The challenges facing the used car market (and how to conquer them)

    Karen Hilton, CEO of quality used car marketplace Heycar; Jacqui Barker, Global OEM Director at Keyloop; Nigel Hurley, CEO of CarShop; and Martin Miller, owner of EV Experts, join us for the next instalment of Autocar Business Live as we will discuss how used car dealers and OEMs can overcome the...

  27. Editors briefing: Could the US electrify faster than Europe?

    Join news editor Felix Page, correspondent Nick Gibbs and – for the first time – AutoForecast Solutions Vice President Sam Fiorani as we address the global car industry's hottest topics: Will president Biden's new EV targets have an impact on European car makers? Why is Ford leaning on its…

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  28. Autocar Business Live: Why the car dealer has never been more important

    Tony Whitehorn, former CEO of Hyundai UK, Matthew Patchett, from automotive customer experience specialists Reputation, and Martin Sewell, COO of Rocker Tech, join us for the next instalment of Autocar Business Live, discussing why the in-person car dealer experience is more crucial than ever....

  29. Editors Briefing: Are manufacturers jumping the gun on agency sales?

    Are traditional car makers such as Ford and Mercedes-Benz making the right move in adopting the agency sales model? Can they match traditional dealers for the quality of their service? Genesis’s search for UK dealer partners suggests that murky waters may lie ahead. Listen to the latest episode…

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  30. Autocar Business Live: What's the future of manufacturing?

    Should car factories be nimble in the shift to electrification, or will scale be the key? Micro-factories aren't a new concept but are gaining in popularity thanks to start-up disruptors, yet legacy manufacturers are ploughing billions into enormous sites. Is a huge shift on the horizon? Listen…

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  31. Autocar Business Live: How to make a luxury website

    Join the conversation with guest speakers Darren Jobling, CEO at ZeroLight, Brett Ward, CTO at H.R Owen and Autocar's very own Editor, Mark Tisshaw. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  32. The Autocar Awards 2022, with Alison Jones, Peter Schreyer and Mate Rimac

    Join Autocar's Executive editor Rachel Burgess and Editor-at-large Matt Prior as they introduce the 2022 Autocar Awards, celebrating both the best cars and the best people in the car industry. Featuring special interviews with Alison Jones, UK Group Managing Director and Senior Vice President of...

  33. Autocar Business Live: What is the future for just-in-time manufacturing?

    The semiconductor crisis and ever more complex supply chains have threatened car production like never before. Is the just-in-time model no longer fit for purpose Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  34. Autocar Business Live: Is an agency model the future of retail?

    Polestar and Stellantis are at the forefront of this shift, among others. But what does it actually mean for retailers and customers? We will be joined by guests from OEMs, retailers and a digital agency behind the changes, as we take a detailed look at the implications. Hosted on Acast. See...

  35. Autocar Business Live: a conversation with Bentley's CEO Adrian Hallmark

    We discuss all the latest developments with the boss of Bentley, Adrian Hallmark, delving into those impressive sales figures, what it means for the factory in Crewe and how the firm’s electrification plans are shaping up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  36. The Autocar Awards 2021 Podcast

    Autocar's editor-at-large Matt Prior introduces all the winners of the 2021 Autocar Awards, sponsored by Britishvolt, and is joined by members of the Autocar team to discuss our dream road trips and the cars we'd take on them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  37. The Autocar Podcast

    Welcome to the pilot episode of the Autocar Podcast, or Autopod, or whatever we opt to call it. This is Episode Zero - and it's our awards special. So join your hosts Rachel Burgess and Matt Prior as they run through the week's biggest news, and reviews, and then the 2020 Autocar Awards…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to the Autocar Business podcast, our industry focused audio channel that brings you closer to all the key themes and people in the automotive industry.

For even more in-depth industry insight, head over to our new Change Makers podcast where we hear how some of the UK's most agile and disruptive companies are dramatically reshaping the automotive landscape, with unprecedented access to the executives and thought leaders driving that change.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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