AI Auto Podcast

The World Car of the Year Awards announced the Top Three finalists in the six categories and before 96 journalists from 30 countries vote again, we predict the winners, which will be officially announced at the New York Auto Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

n this episode we are in San Francisco being chauffeured in the 100% electric 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ with Product Manager Bradford Grems, who gives us all the reasons why this is the best Escalade ever. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at the Amelia Island Concours d'elegance with Thomas Plucinsky, Head of BMW Group Classic USA, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the German manufacturer in the United States and the legendary 3 Series. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are with Steve Cowing, the legendary Public and Media Relations Manager for Ski-Doo to learn everything about the 2026 model line-up and why no other brand is allowed in the Yellowstone National Park. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we analyze the latest market study from iSeecars.com, which shows how far the US automotive industry has fallen behind the competition from Japan and South Korea and what will happen if the Chinese brands ever get into this market. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we talk with Ed Kim, President and Chief Analyst at AutoPacific about the challenges the whole automotive industry is facing not only in the United States and its new anti-EV policies, but around the globo with the ferocious competition coming from China. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are outside Palm Springs, California with Ricky Lao, Director of Product Planning at Hyundai Motor America, to talk about the mid-generation update of the IONIQ 5, one of the most successful EVs, which gets a lot of upgrades for 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at the Bridgestone Winter Driving School in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, where we learn the big difference between all-season, winter and other types of tires and how they can make you a better driver. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we are in Napa Valley for the first drive of the 2025 Lexus LX 700h and we talk to Cynthia Tenhouse, Vice President, Lexus Guest Experience, who is responsible for telling the story about the new flagship SUV. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we talk to Rick Deneau, the Head of Communications at the Stellantis Group in North America, who is retiring after more than 30 years and has seen everything in the automotive industry around the world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are in San Diego driving the 100% electric 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S, which is hitting dealerships this week as the policies from the new administration in Washington have the whole automotive world reconsidering the future of electric vehicles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we review the winners for the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards and Top 10 and Top 5 finalists for World Car of the Year ... and we don't agree with some of the results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at the Consumer Electronics Show CES Las Vegas 2025, where there was a noticeable absence of tradicional automotive automakers except for Toyota and Honda, which lead to a massive presence of Chinese companies, not only in cars, but in every field. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at the Consumer Electronics Show Las Vegas 2025 to explore what the Toyota Woven City will offer as a test course for everything about mobility, including autonomous vehícles, drones and much more, starting later this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we take a look at what seems to be a very difficult road ahead for the global automotive industry in 2025, in particular the traditional manufacturers who are struggling to catch up with the fast advancement coming from China. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we are in New Zealand, sharing the experience with a couple of Kiwis —one of whom now lives in Chile and another who wants to move to Japan. It made me wonder why everyone else in the world seems to want to come here instead. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are in Austin, Texas to test drive the 2025 Kia K4 compact sedan and hear from Russell Wager, VP of Marketing, about where he thinks the Korean brand will be in 2030. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at the Radford Driving School in Arizona for the first test drive of the 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona, the 100% electric version of the iconic American Muscle Car, which produces 670 horsepower and goes 0 to 60 miles per hour in 3.3 seconds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens with Andrea Ferraresi, Design Director and Strategy Director at Ducati, for the global debut of the Panigale V4 Tricolore, a masterpiece of design and innovation, held during Art Basel Miami 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at Art Miami 2024, where Jaguar unveiled the Type 000 concept car, which set the new beginning for the legendary British car manufacturer who decides it does not want to be just another heritage brand, but become a brand with heritage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are in Miami with a 1967 Volkswagen Kombi Bus, who was intrigued about the looks and performance of the all-electric 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz and finally got the chance to compare them in person. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at the 10th Test Drive Program for the World Car of the Year Awards with jurors from all over the world: Chile to Austria, the United Arab Emirates, México and Great Britain, who share their experience evaluating the potential winners in each of 6 categories. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at the Los Angeles Auto Show with Claudia Márquez, COO at Genesis Motor North America, who shares the story about how she became one of the most successful executives in the global automotive industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at a celebrated example of mid-century modern architecture, the Goldstein House in Los Angeles for the global debut of the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 a three-row, all-electric SUV with up to 335 miles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at the 2025 World Car Awards Test Drives, where we learn about the H.E.L.P.® Alerts system debuting in 2025 Volkswagen models, which protects motorists when approaching disabled vehicles, emergency responders and other roadway hazards on their drive path. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are with Andreas Meyer, Vice President of BMW Product Management, at the BMW Group Plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary and it's now the largest production facility for the luxury German brand in the world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at the 2024 BMW Test Fest in Greenville, South Carolina, where we explore, once again, the benefits of the BMW Hydrogen Technology, which will finally be available in the United States by 2028. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at the Lamborghini Movember Bulls Rally in Miami with Brittany Veneris, Director of Fundraising for the United States at Movember Foundation, a global charity that raises funds for men's health research and support programs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we talk to Francisco N. González Díaz, Executive President of the National Auto Parts Industry, where he represents more than 900 companies in Mexico, which have attracted more than $55 billion of foreign direct investment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we visit Harrald Gottsche, CEO and President at the BMW Group Plant in San Luis Potosí, México, which started producing the legendary 3 Series in 2019 and now it's creating a positive impact in the community and the country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at the 2025 North American Car, Trucks and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Test Drives in Ann Arbor, Michigan and we talk about our favorites to win in each category. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are in Nice, France, with Dr. Werner Thomas, Project Manager of OLED-Lighting at Audi AG, who explains the amazing technology included in the 2025 Audi A5 and S5 models and why customers in the United States won't be able to enjoy it to its fullest potential. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are in San Francisco with Sr. Product Specialist, Ryan Gavin, for the first drive of the 100% electric 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz, which is finally hitting the US market this November. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we talk to James Melfi, the Product Manager at XPEL, a company which specializes in automotive paint protection film, window tint, and other car care products that will keep your car looking like new forever. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at the Homestead-Miami Speedway for a chance to enjoy the NASCAR Driving Experience and talk to Guillermo Santa Cruz, who is the new track President and is working to get everything ready for his first Playoffs Race later this month. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we are in Milan, Italy to learn the truth about vegan leather and what true leather is all about. Here’s the truth, leather is the most sustainable, most green and looks great forever. Plastic will always be plastic leather is the real deal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are in Jackson Hole, Wyoming with Christian Samson who leads the Product Identity team to make sure that every Polestar car has the attributes to make it a very special EV. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we review the 2025 North American, Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle Awards´ Best of list and pick the winners in each category, even before the official election date. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we talk about the official delay of the global automotive industry electrification from 2030 to 2040, due to the low sales volumes of EVs, the lack of effective infrastructure of charging stations and slow development of new battery technologies to improve range past 500 miles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are in the Ski Portillo Resort in Chile, where we took a 2024 Great Wall Motors Tank, an adventure SUV which attracted so much attention that a Rivian owner from the US wanted to take a ride in it! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are in Chile driving the 2024 GWM Tank 300 to the Portillo Ski Resort with a couple of world travelers and car enthusiasts, who are not only surprised by the design, technology a capability of this adventure SUV, but mostly by it´s price. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are in Lexington, Kentucky, for the first drive of the 2025 Genesis G80, the car that started the Genesis story back in 2009, when it won the North American Car Of The Year Award. Will it win it again in 2025? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are in Newport Beach for the global launch of the 2025 Volvo EX90, a 7-seater luxury SUV, with an electric powertrain, up to 308 miles of range and the most advanced technology for safety, entertainment and performance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are at the 2024 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, which has become one of the most important Auto Shows in the world, where the modern cars meet the classics and millions of dollars exchange hands in a matter of seconds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we share the experience of driving around in the all-electric 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre with some of the most influential automotive journalists in the United States on our way to The Quail, the Motorsports Gathering at the Monterey Car Week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are in Malibu, California, driving the 2025 Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE with engineer Damian Hampen, who explains the latest incorporation of Formula 1 technology into this production car. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are in Minneapolis test driving the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe, which went from concept to production in just 15 month to help the Korean luxury brand gain market share from its Germans and the Japanese rivals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are driving around after another 45-minute presentation and we talk about the worn-out phrases automakers use to promote their newest models, and how most of that only confuses customers.. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are in Detroit for the first test drive of the 2025 Ford Explorer, where we met a couple of the most enthusiastic members of ExplorerForum.com, which has over 600,000 members, who love the legendary American SUV. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode we are Goodwood England for the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed, which celebrated its 31st anniversary. As always, this iconic event once again brought together an extraordinary collection of vehicles, from classic motorsport legends to cutting-edge supercars. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.