Best TechMobility Productions Inc Podcasts (2025)

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Faraday Future: Back fro the Dead - AGAIN! 10:22

7d ago10:22

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Since starting my radio show back in 2017, I have talked about a number of new and promising EV start-ups, some are still around, some have faded from memory and some, like Rivian, are thriving. Faraday Future, a company that introduced its first prototypes to the world at CES back in 2017, is one such company. I have detailed their ups and downs, …

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US New Car Dealership Count on the Rise 10:58

7d ago10:58

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The American dealership landscape tells an equally compelling story of strategic consolidation. While Detroit automakers trim their franchise networks, remaining dealers achieve significantly higher sales volumes—particularly luxury brands seeking exclusive retail experiences. Toyota leads with an astonishing 1,607 vehicles per dealership annually …

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2025 Nissan Altima SR sedan review 10:07

7d ago10:07

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Nissan continues defying industry trends with its commitment to sedan models. The 2025 Altima offers impressive value at $30,330 (with AWD) in a market where average transaction prices approach $50,000. Though solidly built with exceptional headlights and generous cargo capacity, the vehicle reveals its aging platform through absent modern features…

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Boston's Behind-the-Meter EV Charging Solution, Nissan Altima SR review, New Dealership Numbers Up, It's Faraday Future - AGAIN! 44:10

7d ago44:10

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! Boston's innovative approach to EV charging infrastructure is reshaping urban mobility possibilities by tackling one of the most significant barriers to widespread adoption: access for apartment dwellers. The city's behind-the-meter curbside charging solution not only eliminates install…

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Boston's Curbside EV Charging Solution 10:54

7d ago10:54

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Boston's innovative approach to EV charging infrastructure is reshaping urban mobility possibilities by tackling one of the most significant barriers to widespread adoption: access for apartment dwellers. The city's behind-the-meter curbside charging solution not only eliminates installation costs for homeowners but transforms their curb space into…

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Navigating Commercial Trucking's "Messy Middle" 10:38

13d ago10:38

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During this episode, I explore commercial trucking's "messy middle" – the experimental phase between traditional diesel power and zero-emission transportation that could last decades. For long-haul applications, battery electric solutions face significant challenges with weight, range, and charging time, while alternatives like hydrogen fuel cells …

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No Human Need Apply! 10:46

13d ago10:46

10:46

Shopify's CEO Toby Lutke has implemented a radical new hiring policy that could foreshadow dramatic workplace changes. Teams must now "assume AI, prove the need for humans" – demonstrating that artificial intelligence cannot adequately perform a job function before justifying human hires. This raises profound questions about who determines when AI …

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Most Reliable Vehicle in America - According to JD Power 9:51

13d ago9:51

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The automotive reliability landscape revealed surprising strength from American manufacturers in JD Power's latest Vehicle Dependability Survey. While Lexus claimed the top spot, Buick secured second place overall and ranked as the top mass-market brand, outperforming Toyota. Even more surprising was General Motors' dominance with four brands in th…

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EV Manufacturer Rivian Spins off Micromobility Start-up 11:28

13d ago11:28

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Rivian is expanding beyond traditional electric vehicles with a bold new venture into micromobility. The EV manufacturer that's attracted billions in investment from Amazon, Ford, and Volkswagen has launched "ALSO" – a separate startup focused on developing small, lightweight electric vehicles for global markets. With $105 million in initial fundin…

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Rivian's Micromobility Revolution, America's Most Dependable Vehicles, No Human Need Apply, Navigating Trucking's Messy Middle 44:14

14d ago44:14

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! Rivian is expanding beyond traditional electric vehicles with a bold new venture into micromobility. The EV manufacturer that's attracted billions in investment from Amazon, Ford, and Volkswagen has launched "ALSO" – a separate startup focused on developing small, lightweight electric v…

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Will the AI Data Boom Save Rural America? 10:35

21d ago10:35

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Rural America. Long regarded by the well-heeled on the coasts as “fly-over” country. Sections of it are dirt poor and losing population as soon as they can graduate and move away for better jobs and more opportunity. It seems that perhaps the pendulum may be swinging the other way as the need for cheap land and bountiful electricity are bringing Bi…

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Today Go-Karts, Tomorrow, F1 10:52

21d ago10:52

10:52

Their names are Alessandro and Julian and they race 160 pound go-karts. The are fierce competitors in the World Series of Karting championship and they just may become the next generation of Formula One drivers. By the way, they are aged 11 and 12 and have been competing since they were nine and ten. Fun fact: every current F1 driver started in a g…

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2025 Kia K4 GT-Line Turbo sedan review 10:05

21d ago10:05

10:05

Who says you can’t have your cake and eat it too? The Kia K4 sedan is a compact car manufactured by the automaker in Mexico as a replacement for the long-running Forte sedan. Initially introduced to the public in March, 2024 at the New York International Auto Show, the first-ever K4 is offered by the automaker in five distinct trim levels. Power fo…

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Trucking's Hydrogen Future 11:17

21d ago11:17

11:17

The transportation landscape is undergoing a hydrogen revolution that few are talking about. While headlines focus on battery electric vehicles, hydrogen is quietly emerging as the true contender for zero-emission long-haul trucking. As I reveal in this episode, hydrogen offers two compelling pathways - direct combustion in modified engines or elec…

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Humanoid Robots Get Real Jobs. 10:20

21d ago10:20

10:20

After years of testing and development, humanoid robots are taking their place in warehouses and on or near assembly lines on the factory floor. Make no mistake, this new generation of robots are in fact replacing actual human beings. Should we be concerned? These machines are already replacing human workers in warehouses and factories, offering co…

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You Can Still Buy a NEW Car for Less than $30K! 10:50

21d ago10:50

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With the average new vehicle sticker price hovering around $50,000, it would be easy to assume that a good, quality NEW car for much less than that would not be possible. Consumer Reports brings welcome news for budget-conscious car shoppers, highlighting several excellent vehicles available under $30,000, including the Subaru Forester, Toyota Camr…

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Why Can't You Find Anything at the Store? 9:45

21d ago9:45

9:45

Have you had this experience: You visit an actual store looking for a particular item, only to be told that not only is not in stock, but you can buy it online? Yeah, me too and its not ok. The retail landscape continues its dramatic transformation as brick-and-mortar stores increasingly function as showrooms rather than fully-stocked shopping dest…

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Volkswagen's New Budget EV Gets a Boost from Rivian Tech 11:31

21d ago11:31

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Volkswagen's $1.3B investment in Rivian brings affordable EVs closer to reality. Their upcoming ID.1 electric minicar will cost just $20K and launch in 2027. The EV revolution is finally reaching mainstream price points. What's your price threshold for going electric?

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Cheap Cars, Empty Stores, and Workers That Don't Need Bathroom Breaks 44:01

21d ago44:01

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! Volkswagen's groundbreaking partnership with Rivian marks a pivotal moment in the democratization of electric vehicles. With a substantial $1.3 billion investment, the German automaker has accelerated its EV timeline, bringing forward the launch of its first software-defined vehicle (SD…

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Gas Who? Hydrogen's Takes the Wheel, Kia K4 GT-Line Review, From Go-Karts to F1, AI Reshapes Rural America 43:54

21d ago43:54

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! The transportation landscape is undergoing a hydrogen revolution that few are talking about. While headlines focus on battery electric vehicles, hydrogen is quietly emerging as the true contender for zero-emission long-haul trucking. As I reveal in this episode, hydrogen offers two comp…

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What is a Self-Driving Car? 10:57

27d ago10:57

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Over the last ten years, no doubt you have hear about the promise of the self-driving car, also called the autonomous car or even the robot-car. But what exactly is it, and why has it been so hard to actually bring one to market for the general populace? We explore an industry white paper for a refresher.…

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Bringing the Service Department to You! 10:59

27d ago10:59

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Customer service. When it comes to “going to the dealership”, most consumers have a negative view. From having to wait for the vehicle to be serviced, or being shuttled to or from home/work to even perhaps dealing with a loaner vehicle – it seems to be more hassle than its worth. With this in mind, a growing number of new car dealers, along with th…

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Ford Ranger SuperCrew Raptor pickup truck review 10:05

27d ago10:05

10:05

This is really a story about two pickup trucks named Ford Ranger. Introduced in early 1982 for the 1983 model year, the all-new domestically produced compact pickup truck was developed as a replacement from the Mazda-sourced Ford Courier that was sold in North America from 1972 through 1982. The production of this pickup was discontinued after the …

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National EV Charging Buildout in Jeopardy 11:10

27d ago11:10

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The Administration has suspended the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure funding formula program. This puts over $1.5B in previously available funding in limbo. This will directly stall state-level efforts to build out a nation wide EV charging network.

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Why Traffic Death Rates are NOT Falling in the United States 10:50

27d ago10:50

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Despite years of technical advances, traffic deaths and injuries in the United States have remained stubbornly high. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an average of 112 Americans were killed every day on US roads in 2023. Safety experts equate that to one plane crash a day. What’s going on?…

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Forklift-Free Factories 11:00

27d ago11:00

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The lowly forklift. Invented in 1917 by Eugene Clark, it is a mainstay in thousands of warehouses, freight depots and manufacturing plants around the world. However, the persistence of serious injuries and even deaths from mishaps with forklifts have some of the country’s biggest manufacturers backing away from the equipment. This is big.…

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The True Truth About Retiring Abroad 9:52

27d ago9:52

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Every year it seems, various publications, social media posts, podcasts, and the like reveal new “best places to retire abroad” lists. Providing snapshot overviews and amazingly beautiful photos of top expat countries, these features are wildly popular whether its audience is seriously considering moving to a foreign country or just in the “wouldn’…

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General Motors Names its First-Ever Chief AI Officer 11:31

27d ago11:31

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General Motors has hired a long time technology executive to be its first-ever Chief AI Officer. The new position will lead efforts to accelerate the automaker's use of AI across its corporate footprint. Will other automakers follow suit?

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EV Infrastructure Challenges, Ford Ranger Raptor Review, The Mobile Service Department, and What is a Self-Driving Car? 44:13

28d ago44:13

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! The electric vehicle landscape in America faces a pivotal moment as the suspension of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Funding Formula Program puts $1.5 billion of charging station development on hold. As public funding stalls, private solutions emerge with major automakers …

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AI Revolution in the Auto Industry, A Forklift-Free Future, Why Traffic Deaths are Stubbornly High 44:13

28d ago44:13

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! General Motors has made a pivotal move in the automotive industry by appointing Barak Turovsky, formerly of Cisco and Google, as its first-ever Chief AI Officer. This signals GM's commitment to revolutionizing how artificial intelligence shapes everything from manufacturing processes to…

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For Sale: A Personal Land Aircraft Carrier 10:56

1M ago10:56

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The Land Aircraft Carrier. This futuristic marvel comes from the AeroHT subsidiary of the Chinese automaker Xpeng. It combines an off-road capable, six-wheeled electric van with a detachable electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft that is neatly folded into the rear compartment. Is this the future?…

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Military Readiness Challenges 11:36

1M ago11:36

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Air Force General Randall Reed, commander of the United States Transportation command (USTRANSCOM) testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee and made a request for the purchase of ten used cargo ships to bolster the aging fleet that supports American military operations overseas. I don't know about you, but there are plenty of red flags …

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Small Nuclear Reactor Projects Gain Momemtum in the United States 10:58

1M ago10:58

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Corporate conventional legends Siemens Energy and Rolls-Royce SMR are teaming up to develop small modular reactor nuclear projects. I guess that small scale nuclear energy is having a moment after years of being out of favor.

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2024 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter review 10:06

1M ago10:06

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The Toyota Tacoma. A mainstay of the automaker’s American line-up since its 1995 debut, the Tacoma pickup truck was originally considered to be a compact in only its first generation. With the introduction of the second-generation Tacoma in 2004, it moved up to a midsize classification. Toyota designed the truck to better suit the needs of the US a…

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From Aging Military Ships to Futuristic Land Aircraft Carriers: A TechMobility Journey 44:14

1M ago44:14

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! America's military might seems unstoppable on paper, but a critical vulnerability lurks beneath the surface. The Pentagon is urgently seeking to purchase used cargo ships to bolster an aging logistics fleet that supports global military operations. Despite spending more on defense than …

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A Columbian "Hotel for Cows" 10:51

1M ago10:51

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The El Hatico farm in Cali, Columbia has been transformed by the family who owns it into a radically new environment. Called a silvopasture, it’s the intentional integration of trees, grasses, and livestock. Turns out that its good for both the cows and the environment.

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Why America Still Imports Crude Oil 10:59

1M ago10:59

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Here is a sobering fact: although the United States of America is the WORLD’S largest oil producer, it still needs to import more crude oil than it makes. I will explain why during this podcast!

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Copyrights, AI, and The Human Authorship Standard 9:53

1M ago9:53

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This topic is near and dear to those of us who care about protecting the right of human authorship in the sea of rising AI-created content. The US Copyright Office has issued a report – Copyright and Artificial Intelligence Part 2, which provides critical insight into how AI-generated works fit or don’t fit within existing copyright law. You will w…

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Cadillac Continues its EV Ways with the all new VISTIQ 11:29

1M ago11:29

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GM's luxury nameplate is adding more choices for EV customers with th debut of the 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ, a luxury 3-row SUV that the automaker contends will deliver on the brand's promise of performance, craftsmanship and technology. But does it though?

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Cadillac's Electric Revolution Continues; The Human Authorship Standard; Why America Imports Oil; and a Hotel for Cows 44:13

1M ago44:13

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! Cadillac's electric revolution takes center stage as Ken Chester examines the upcoming 2026 Vistiq, a luxury three-row SUV that represents the brand's ambitious push to dominate the EV market. Despite packing a massive 102-kilowatt-hour battery, the Vistiq's 300-mile range falls short c…

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Who Has The Right of Way? 10:51

2M ago10:51

10:51

Who should legally have the right of way on city streets? When I started this program about eight years ago, my board operator at the time and I got into a conversation about city streets and bike trails. On that subject, he got very angry and insisted that cars and trucks should ALWAYS have the right of way, regardless. Well, fast forward to now a…

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How Tariffs Will Hurt the American Auto Industry 10:58

2M ago10:58

10:58

On again, off again. Its tariff musical chairs. As of this writing, the big three domestic automakers have gained a one-month reprieve from the tariffs being levied on Canada and Mexico. But speaking for an industry that moves in years, not weeks or months, it’s a hollow victory. There will be no winners here.…

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2025 Audi Q7 55 SUV review 10:05

2M ago10:05

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The Audi Q7 was the first SUV sold by the automaker, being originally introduced to the public in September 2005 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. This mid-size luxury crossover SUV has been manufactured at the Volkswagen Bratislava Plant in Bratislava Slovakia since its debut. The Q7 was introduced into the US market in 2006 as a 2007 model. The second…

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AI Powered, Autonomous Cars - Chinese Automakers Go All In 11:36

2M ago11:36

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Chinese automakers are going all-in on the latest tech. Can that spell trouble for American auto manufacturers? Listen to learn about BYD's self-driving technology on nearly all its cars, while XPENG has introduced the P7+, the world's first AI-defined vehicle.

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What Are Natural Climate Solutions? 10:52

2M ago10:52

10:52

While technology has a significant role to play when it comes to tackling climate change, its not enough. We will also need to utilize the natural systems that are already in place. A McKinsey & Company white paper explains what they are and the importance of their impact.

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Robot Umpires Come to Major League Baseball 10:59

2M ago10:59

10:59

Spring training. The time of year where hope springs eternal and Americans prepare to enjoy that favorite pastime known as Major League Baseball. But there are changes a foot – a change that will see robot umps calling balls and strikes during major league spring training games. Is NOTHING sacred?

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AI Driven Microgrids, A Solution for the Electrical Grid? 9:59

2M ago9:59

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With the evolution of all the new technology that is around us on a daily basis, it would come as no surprise that the US electricity system is changing rapidly. An important driver of this change is the growing deployment of distributed energy resources. Referred to in the industry as DERs, they include a diverse set of technologies, such as distr…

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When EV Regulations Get Ahead of EV Truck Technology 11:29

2M ago11:29

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In Massachusetts, new state requirements on the sale of new electric medium and heavy duty trucks has the industry in an uproar. There is a lack of EV truck charging infrastructure in the state and truck sellers have to sell a certain amount of EV trucks before they can even think about selling a diesel. The result? Buyer who want to buy and seller…

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Navigating Technology's Double Edge: AI in Mobility, Audi Q7 Review, and Urban Street Debates 44:14

2M ago44:14

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! AI is revolutionizing the transportation industry at breakneck speed, but are we ready for the consequences? Chinese automakers BYD and XPENG are leading this charge with groundbreaking innovations that could reshape our automotive landscape forever. BYD's decision to implement their "G…

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AI-Directed Microgrids, Robot Baseball Umpires and Natural Climate Solutions 44:14

2M ago44:14

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! Technology and tradition collide in this fascinating exploration of how innovation disrupts established systems—sometimes for better, sometimes creating unforeseen challenges. Massachusetts' well-intentioned EV truck regulations have created a peculiar standstill: dealers can't sell the…

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