In this episode, we're going to be discussing some of the key changes that are happening in cars and automotive manufacturing and what you need to do in order to stay ahead of the curve. This episode is especially important if you work in the automotive industry, or are planning to enter it in the near future or even if you are a car enthusiast. We'll be discussing how cars are changing and what it will mean for customers in the future. The role of software and how cars will be similar to computers. Maziar Adl from Gocious shares some of his in-depth knowledge on this topic. The automotive industry is undergoing a massive transformation. Vehicles are becoming increasingly connected, autonomous, shared and electric. This new generation of technologically-advanced and software-defined vehicles is poised to disrupt the entire automotive ecosystem. Cars are essentially becoming computers on wheels. Advanced driver assistance systems, connectivity, and autonomous driving capabilities are being enabled by artificial intelligence, sensors, and software. As a result, the core competencies of automakers are shifting from mechanical engineering to software engineering and user experience design. For customers, this means vehicles will become more personalized, predictive, and convenient. Your car will know your preferences, habits and destinations. It will tap into data from other vehicles and infrastructure to optimize your route and experience. Maintenance and service will also become more predictive and proactive. The implications of these changes are massive and multifaceted. Automakers and suppliers will need to rethink their business models, partnerships and talent strategies. Policymakers and infrastructure players will need to make investments to enable connected and autonomous vehicles at scale. Overall, the automotive industry is accelerating into a period of rapid innovation that will transform transportation and mobility. The future is here, and it's time to get ready for the ride.