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The global auto tech podcast that breaks down the latest in automotive innovation and shows you how it can transform your business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  1. Why technology can’t fix a broken process

    In this episode of Drivetime, Jacqui is joined by Siddharth Kashyap, Consulting Partner at Tata Consultancy Services, to explore the systems, processes and data behind the modern automotive customer journey. Drawing on 15 years in the automotive industry, Siddharth explains why transformation...

  2. How Mazda Is Navigating AI

    In this Gear Change episode of Drivetime, Jacqui continues the conversation with James Crouch, Marketing Communications Director at Mazda UK. They dive deeper into his experience helping drive digital adoption across Mazda Europe and what marketers can learn from the industry's ongoing...

  3. Mazda’s James Crouch On The Secret Behind Successful Digital Transformation

    What does it take to evolve a heritage automotive brand through 15 years of digital disruption? In this episode of Drivetime, Jacqui sits down with James Crouch, Marketing Communications Director at Mazda UK, to explore how automotive marketing has transformed from dealer magazines and TV…

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  4. AI at its Best: Practical Strategies for AI Success

    What does successful AI adoption actually look like in practice? In this week’s gear change episode of Drivetime, Jacqui Barker is joined once again by Caz Moore, AI Centre of Excellence Director at Keyloop, for a fast-paced conversation packed with practical advice, leadership insights and...

  5. AI Isn't Magic: How to Build a Strategy That Actually Works

    AI is everywhere, but how do you move beyond the hype and start using it in a way that delivers real value? In this episode of Drivetime, Jacqui sits down with Caz Moore, AI Centre of Excellence Director at Keyloop, to explore what it takes to build a practical, people-focused AI strategy. From...

  6. Why Dealers Can't Just Sell Cars Anymore

    It’s time for a gear change as Thomas Møller Sørensen, Director of DI Automotive, Denmark's dealer association, returns to reflect on some of the biggest themes shaping automotive retail. Thomas explains why the pace of change facing dealers today is unlike anything the industry has experienced...

  7. How MICHELIN Mobility Intelligence Helps Governments Turn Data Into Safer Roads

    This final episode in our MOVE Monday series features Chris Stokes, UK Country Manager at MICHELIN Mobility Intelligence, whose purpose is to provide customers, fleets and governments with actionable data that helps them make the right decisions. While many people associate MICHELIN with tyres,...

  8. Inside Toyota's AI Transformation

    This bonus episode of Drivetime — MOVE Monday — features Raúl Gómez Garrido, Digital Transformation and AI leader at Toyota Motor Europe, discussing how AI, data and software-defined vehicles are reshaping the way cars are designed, developed and improved. Drawing on his background in performance...

  9. What 90% EV Adoption Looks Like: Lessons from Denmark

    Denmark has become one of the world's leading EV markets, with more than 90% of private new car sales now electric. But what happens when the transition becomes reality? In this episode of Drivetime, Jacqui travels to Denmark to speak with Thomas Møller Sørensen, Director of DI Automotive, the...

  10. How your car is becoming a device on wheels

    This bonus episode of Drivetime — MOVE Monday — features Sven Eckoldt, Head of Global Partnerships at CARIAD, the software company behind the Volkswagen Group's software-defined vehicle strategy. Sven explains how CARIAD is helping transform some of the world's best-known automotive brands by...

  11. Turning fleet data into action

    This special MOVE Monday episode of Drivetime features Matt Walters and Amélie De Valroger from Arval, the world's largest fleet leasing provider. They discuss the evolving role of fleet management, the challenges of electrification, and why the future of mobility will be built on data, insight…

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  12. AI, Consumer Law and Why Human Connection Still Matters

    In this gear change episode of Drivetime, Jacqui is joined once again by legal experts Peter Jaari and Mikko Koskinen from Lexia Attorneys to explore the practical realities of consumer law and AI regulation in automotive retail. Peter shares advice for retailers selling used vehicles…

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  13. The Human Side of Autonomous Driving

    This bonus episode of Drivetime — MOVE Monday — features Avinash Balachandran, VP of Human Interactive Driving at the Toyota Research Institute, discussing what comes next for autonomy and why the future may be less about replacing drivers and more about empowering them. Drawing on more than a...

  14. Why Connected Cars Need Global Standards

    This bonus episode of Drivetime — MOVE Monday — features Alysia Johnson, President of the Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC), and Ian Televik, Senior Marketing Director at the organisation. They discuss the role global standards play in making connected vehicle technology simpler, safer and more...

  15. What the EU AI Act Means For Automotive Retailers

    What does the EU AI Act mean for automotive retailers? And how can dealers balance growing consumer expectations with increasing regulatory scrutiny? In this episode of Drivetime, we’re joined by Peter Jaari and Mikko Koskinen from Lexia Attorneys to explore two of the biggest legal and…

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  16. How GRIDSERVE is building the UK's electric freight network

    This bonus MOVE Monday episode of Drivetime features Sam Clarke, Advisor and Brand Ambassador at GRIDSERVE, discussing one of the biggest challenges on the road to net zero: electrifying heavy goods vehicles. With more than 20 years in the EV industry, Sam shares how a £62.7 million...

  17. The human side of autonomous mobility

    This bonus episode of Drivetime — MOVE Monday — features Carlo Iacovini, author of The Human Side of Autonomous Mobility, discussing what it really takes to bring autonomous mobility from pilot projects into real-world operation. Drawing on 20 years working across electric mobility, shared...

  18. EV adoption is not just about the car. It’s about the ecosystem around it.

    In this gear change episode of Drivetime, Jacqui is joined again by Peter McDonald from Ohme to dig deeper into the practical realities of EV charging, smart tariffs and the myths that still shape customer confidence. Peter McDonald explains why retailers do not need to become energy experts, but...

  19. How to turn a vehicle from a liability into an asset

    This bonus episode of Drivetime — MOVE Monday — features Peter Wilson, Co-founder and CEO of Volteras, discussing how connected vehicle data is transforming fleet management, EV ownership and the future of mobility. Peter shares the story behind Volteras, a platform that connects directly to OEM...

  20. Why context is the missing piece in fleet data

    This bonus episode of Drivetime — MOVE Monday — features Juho Hyytiäinen, Co-founder and CEO of Way, discussing how fleets can move from simply collecting vehicle data to making smarter business decisions with it. Drawing on a career spanning AI startups, Lucid and connected vehicle technology,...

  21. Why home charging could unlock the next wave of EV adoption

    In this episode of Drivetime, host Jacqui is joined by Peter McDonald, Director of Ohme, to explore how home charging is reshaping the EV conversation for consumers, retailers and OEMs. From his early career at Volkswagen and Nissan to his move into smart charging, Peter McDonald shares a…

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  22. How Geopost is building a road intelligence network

    Recorded live at MOVE 26, this bonus episode of Drivetime — MOVE Monday — features Martin Calmels, CEO of Geopost Vision, the data business created within Geopost, one of Europe's largest parcel delivery networks. Martin explains how Geopost Vision is turning one of Europe's largest logistics...

  23. The next frontier for fleet intelligence

    Recorded live at MOVE 26, this bonus episode of Drivetime features Chandresh Patel, CEO of Mobilisights, the wholly owned Stellantis subsidiary helping fleets unlock the value of connected vehicle data. Drawing on experience spanning Apple, tech startups and the NFL, Chandresh shares how a fresh...

  24. From Scotland to Silicon Valley: How Lucid Motors is redefining the electric car

    Lawrence Hamilton, President of Lucid Motors, returns to Drivetime to explore what it takes to build one of the most ambitious EV brands in the industry today. Lawrence shares the story behind Lucid, a company founded with a simple goal: build the best cars in the world through relentless...

  25. The car is a platform now (why software-defined vehicles change everything)

    Recorded live at MOVE 26, this bonus episode of Drivetime features Christiane Soppa, Head of Sales for Mobility and Logistics at Bosch, in conversation with Jacqui about the shift towards software-defined vehicles, software-defined fleets and a more connected mobility ecosystem. Christiane Soppa...

  26. Redefining the customer experience & building SMART from a blank sheet

    Recorded live at MOVE 26, this bonus episode of Drivetime features Aymen Ismail, Director of Customer Service at SMART Europe, in conversation with Jacqui about what happens when an iconic automotive brand gets rebuilt from the ground up. Aymen Ismail shares how SMART Europe has blended…

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  27. Electric luxury: Can Lucid become the Rolls-Royce of EVs?

    This week on the Drivetime podcast, Jacqui Barker is joined by Lawrence Hamilton, President of Lucid Motors, to discuss how the Silicon Valley-born EV manufacturer is challenging traditional automotive thinking. Lawrence shares his journey through more than three decades in the automotive…

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  28. Who really owns the EV driver?

    Why does EV charging feel harder than it should? This Move Monday episode, recorded live at MOVE 2026, involves a conversation between Jacqui and Jingjing Ma, Chief Revenue Officer at Gireve. The aim was to explore the technology helping connect Europe's rapidly growing EV charging ecosystem.…

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  29. How cars are learning to react like humans

    What if your car could react to the road before you even noticed it had changed? In this Move Monday episode, recorded live at MOVE 2026, Jacqui is joined by Aleksandr Timofeev, CEO and Co-Founder of Polyn Technology. Their conversation explores the hidden semiconductor technology helping…

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  30. The automotive career tool you're probably underusing

    Most people think LinkedIn is only for finding a job. In this Gear Change episode, Michelle Harris, Head of Automotive at LinkedIn, shares practical advice on how automotive professionals can build their network, grow their profile and create new opportunities throughout their careers. Building…

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  31. Why AI won't fix automotive's biggest problem

    In this Move Monday episode, recorded live at MOVE 2026, Jacqui is joined by Kerim Galijatovic, VP EMEA at Upstream, to explore why more vehicle data doesn't automatically lead to better decisions. From connected vehicles and digital twins to cybersecurity and autonomous mobility, Kerim explains...

  32. The autonomous bus revolution is closer than you think

    What happens when cities can no longer find enough people to drive their buses? In the first Move Monday episode, recorded live at MOVE 2026, Jacqui is joined by Eran Ofir, CEO of Imagry, to discuss why autonomous buses could become one of the most important mobility innovations of the next…

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  33. Why LinkedIn is becoming the most important platform in automotive

    What happens when the world's largest professional network becomes one of the most trusted sources for AI search?In this episode of Drivetime, Jacqui is joined by Michelle Harris, Head of Automotive at LinkedIn, to explore how automotive brands, retailers and leaders can use LinkedIn to build...

  34. The reality of running an AI dealership (and why it’s harder than it looks)

    Running a dealership might look simple: buy low, sell high. But in this gear change episode, James Baggott lifts the lid on the reality, from warranty claims ruining birthday parties to the personal toll of running a business 24/7. Building on the main episode, this conversation gets more…

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  35. The AI car dealer selling cars in 7 days

    What happens when a journalist builds an AI-powered dealership from scratch? In this episode, Jacqui is joined by James Baggott, Editor-in-Chief of Car Dealer Magazine and founder of the AI-led Clever Car Collection. From launching a print title in the 2008 financial crisis to running a…

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  36. Why service, not product, is the future of auto retail

    After unpacking the big themes shaping automotive in the main episode, this gear change conversation with Gary Scott (Founder, Scottify) takes things in a slightly different direction — blending market insight with the human side of the industry. From shifting retail models in South Africa to…

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  37. We must connect what’s currently fragmented

    In this episode of Drivetime, Jacqui is joined by Gary Scott, Founder of Scottify, who shares a candid, experience-led view of where the industry is heading and where it’s getting stuck. From EV adoption and changing consumer expectations to the rising cost of acquisition and the untapped value…

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  38. The search mistakes costing dealers sales (and how to fix them)

    Recorded live from BrightonSEO, this episode of Drivetime features one of the most recognisable voices in search: Greg Gifford. With a career rooted in automotive and SEO, Greg shares unfiltered insight into how digital marketing is evolving – and where dealerships are still getting it wrong.…

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  39. AI search is rewriting the rules - are you showing up where it matters?

    Search is changing. Fast. Recorded live at BrightonSEO, the largest search marketing conference in the UK, this episode of Drivetime features Gijs de Groot, CEO and co-founder of Promptwatch, a fast-growing startup helping brands understand and optimise their presence in AI-driven search. In just...

  40. Frustration as the catalyst for innovation

    In this Gear Change episode of Drivetime, Jacqui reconnects with Duncan Licence from Arrive for a shorter, more accessible take on the themes explored in the main show. From the frustration that drives innovation to the role of software in shaping the in‑car experience, Duncan breaks down how...

  41. Mobility, in‑car payments and the future of friction‑free driving

    In this episode of Drivetime, Jacqui is joined by Duncan Licence, Head of Automotive & Data at Arrive, to explore how mobility technology is quietly transforming the everyday driving experience — often in ways drivers don’t even realise. From the evolution of Parkopedia and its acquisition by...

  42. EV myths, mandates and market reality

    In this gear change episode of Drivetime, Jacqui is joined once again by Mike Hawes, Chief Executive of the SMMT, to cut through the noise around electrification and tackle the biggest misconceptions facing the UK automotive industry. Building on the main episode, this shorter conversation…

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  43. Navigating electrification, policy and the future of UK automotive

    In this episode of Drivetime, Jacqui is joined by Mike Hawes, Chief Executive of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), to unpack the biggest forces reshaping the UK automotive industry. Drawing on more than a decade at the helm of the SMMT, Mike shares a candid view on how OEMs,...

  44. From idea to impact: How innovation really gets to market

    In this Gear Change episode of Drivetime, Jacqui reconnects with Mona Eghanian for a fast‑paced, myth‑busting conversation that cuts straight to the heart of automotive and mobility innovation. Building on the main episode, Mona breaks down how ideas actually move from early concept to real‑world...

  45. Incubating the car of the future: Innovation, talent & mobility in Ontario

    In this episode of Drivetime, Jacqui is joined by Mona Eghanian, Deputy Head of the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (VIN), to unpack how the province is turning big ideas into commercially viable technologies – and why innovation doesn’t stop at the vehicle itself. Ontario has quietly become…

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  46. Dealers are ready to change - whether the industry is or not

    In this week’s gear change episode, Jacqui is joined once again by Niel Hiscox, President of Universus Media and Clarify Group. Building on insights from the main episode, this shorter conversation distils the big takeaways, digs into industry myths, and explores what’s ahead for Canadian...

  47. Tariffs, tech & amp; turbulence: the truth about Canada’s auto future

    In this episode of Drivetime, Jacqui sits down with Niel Hiscox, President of Universus Media and Clarify Group, and one of the most influential voices in the Canadian automotive landscape. Recorded in Toronto during a packed week for the industry, this conversation digs into the big forces…

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  48. Taking the pain out of EV charging

    It’s gear change time, as we welcome Phil Nunn back to the studio to unpack the real-world challenges and opportunities emerging as EVs accelerate into the mainstream. Phil is the founder of the EV‑installation software platform Jumptech. From demystifying home charging to uncovering industry…

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  49. Fixing the EV charging experience

    This week on Drivetime, Jacqui sits down with Phil Nunn, founder and CEO of Jumptech, to unpack one of the biggest friction points in the electric vehicle transition: home charging. They discuss: - Why the home‑charger installation journey is still too complicated for consumers - How Jumptech...

  50. Drivetime on the road at AM Live – Part 4

    In the fourth and final instalment of our bonus AM Live series, Jacqui brings you a packed line-up of innovators reshaping the automotive landscape. This episode features four fascinating conversations with businesses that support the automotive ecosystem behind the scenes, helping retailers,...

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The global auto tech podcast that breaks down the latest in automotive innovation and shows you how it can transform your business.

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