Automotive Insiders takes the podcast on the road this week to talk investment in South Carolina’s growing automotive ecosystem. In part one of a three-part series from the MEMA OE South Carolina Regional Meeting, host Jason Stein sits down with Troy Cales, President of JTEKT North America, to discuss South Carolina as a strategic focus.

The semiconductor and software-defined vehicle space is changing at a lightning pace. Where are the next frontiers and what opportunities could emerge in the technology race? Mark Ng of Texas Instruments joins Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein to discuss the key questions and answers.

Whether the issue is ICE vs. EVs, tariffs or the desire for more growth, the headwinds in the space are numerous for suppliers. What’s the best way to chart a path in an uncertain future? Brad Hehl, EY-Parthenon’s auto mobility practice leader, talks about resiliency and reshaping supplier business with host Jason Stein.

What are the goals and objectives on sustainability and where are the challenges. On this Earth Day, we take a closer look from the MEMA perspective and the supplier view with guests Bryan Russell, Senior Director of the MEMA Center for Sustainability, and  Heather Pishalski, Executive Director of Sustainability at American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM)

What are the trade tools being used in the tariff decisions and what is the planning that needs to occur in order to lower costs and reduce risk? Mark Ludwig, national leader of RSM’s trade and tariff advisory services, joins Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein to discuss best practices on tariffs and answers key questions.

Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks with Katie Crysler, associate attorney at Warner Norcross and Judd, about the implications of product liability and how it is an increasing concern for suppliers. How can suppliers mitigate the risk of product liability claims and reduce their level of liability exposure?

Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks with Nick Schaefer of Automated Logistics Systems about the implications of tariffs on the logistics side of the industry. What are logistics companies seeing in response to tariffs?  What are the best tactics and strategies for companies managing logistics, specifically to tackle supply chain issues? We explore it all.

Automotive Insiders launches a new program called “Spotlight Series” where host Jason Stein sits down with a MEMA Board Member to discuss the topics of the day. Collin Shaw, President of MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers, and Jennifer Slater, President and CEO of STRATTEC, are our guests to talk traffic, trade policies and global economic shifts.

As the industry marches closer to a tariff deadline, Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks to Michael Robinet is Vice President of Forecast Strategy at S&P Global Mobility. They talk about the April 2 deadline, USMCA renegotiation and the chances for EV adoption in a changing world.

Suppliers which are looking for a pathway on sustainability have much to consider, including environmental, social and governance issues. In this episode, Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks to Mitch Zajac, shareholder at Butzel, about compliance programs, customer terms and best practices.