Automotive Insiders

During a live recording of Automotive Insiders at the MEMA/SCAC 2024 South Carolina Regional Meeting, Yaron Saghiv, Chief Marketing Officer of UV-EYE, explains the change occurring in the industry in the field of automated inspections. What’s the feedback from dealers and OEMs? And how is it changing the world?

With a shift to less carbon-intensive production methods in the U.S. steel market, where are the advantages and opportunities? Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks steel sustainability with Michael Fitzgerald, Vice President Development Metals at Argus.

Part 2: Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a movement within the industry built around the necessary changes that need to be made – a change where meeting society’s need for mobility produces nothing but a positive impact on humanity and the environment. In Part 2 of this 2-part series, Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks sustainability with John Chalifoux, Chief Sustainability Officer, MEMA and COO, MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers; and Mike Troupos, Vice President, Foresight Management.

Part 1: Finding solutions in a journey to sustainability
 
The sustainability journey is picking up speed and the opportunities are open for an industry in transition. In Part 1 of this 2-part series, Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks sustainability with John Chalifoux, Chief Sustainability Officer, MEMA and COO, MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers; and Mike Troupos, Vice President, Foresight Management.

Nana Danso, Rivian’s director of learning and development, outlines the automaker’s plan to encourage young workers to learn a skilled trade and chart a career in the auto industry. He tells Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein that the sky is the limit for those pointed in the right direction. How is Rivian approaching the shortage of skilled workers? By showing them the way.

Joe McCabe, President and CEO of AutoForecast Solutions dispels some myths about the future of automotive production and provides a supplier reality check on the state of consumer demand, pricing, and electrification. Where are the barriers and where are the opportunities? He tells Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein.  

Valeo is using South by Southwest 2024 in Austin, Texas to debut a world first: Valeo Racer, a new extended reality in-car gaming experience for passengers – demonstrating one way ADAS sensors and software can reimagine the interior experience. On Automotive Insiders, host Jason Stein talks to Valeo’s Jeff Shay about why SXSW was the perfect stage for the launch.

Suppliers who are facing difficult situations, regardless of the circumstances, should follow this playbook to deal with financial issues and chart a new path forward. Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks to A.J. Webb of Frost Brown Todd about strategies for suppliers in a state of distress.

With increased design flexibility, improved strength and advanced durability, Hydroforming could change the way suppliers think of manufacturing and design. In this first episode of 2024, Schuler North America’s Chris McMahon shares the Hydroforming story with Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein. What can be learned and how will the industry respond?

China is a multi-modal issue for automotive suppliers with uncertainties and risks in commercial operations and the supply chain. Bain executives Prashant Iyer and Rob Pick talk to Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein about China and its changing nature.