The Culture Lane

There is so much buzz around AI, but how is it poised to drive the world of automotive and mobility? Episode seven of The Culture Lane dives into that very topic and some of the pros and cons associated with the wider adoption of AI in the sector. The featured guest is Ashok Divakaran  ̶  AI sector lead for automotive and mobility at the consulting company Deloitte.

Episode six of The Culture Lane explores the design processes that drive the color and materials palette for the Jeep Wrangler, with a focus on the 2024 model line-up. The episode also delves into the role that color will play in the future of the Wrangler and the Jeep brand overall. The featured guest is La Shirl Turner – VP of Advanced Color and Materials at Stellantis.

Episode five of The Culture Lane dives into what very well could be the key to business success in the new competitive world of automotive and mobility – culture itself. The featured guest is Marcus Collins – an award-winning marketer, a professor at Ross School of Business, and author of the book For the Culture: The Power Behind What We Buy, What We Do, and Who We Want to Be.

Episode four of The Culture Lane explores the tech company WiTricity, which is focused on completely transforming the EV landscape with wireless charging pads. Featured guest – WiTricity CEO Alex Gruzen – discusses the market positioning strategy for the company’s charging technology for both consumers and fleet businesses.

In-cabin technology is playing a pivotal role in the evolving world of automotive. Episode three of The Culture Lane takes a deep dive into one of the companies helping to lead that evolution – Harman Automotive. Our guest is Armin Prommersberger, who is charged with leading Harman's efforts in the space as VP of product development, automotive.

Episode two of The Culture Lane takes a deeper dive into how the GMC Hummer EV and its Ultium battery platform are driving GM’s electrification strategy. Featured guest Andy Oury – engineering technical leader for high-voltage battery packs at GM – discusses everything, from strategic partnerships in the EV space to enhancing the Ultium platform.

Episode one of The Culture Lane features Marques McCammon – the newly appointed president of Karma Automotive. The seasoned auto exec, who has 25-plus years of experience in the transportation industry, shares his insight on some of the challenges facing the business and how he envisions Karma gaining traction in the new world of mobility.        

The intro to The Culture Lane sets the stage for what promises to be an insightful journey exploring the new world of automotive and mobility.  The host is Marcus Amick, a journalist with nearly 20 years of experience covering transportation. The Culture Lane will take a different route than most, providing listeners with a more unique perspective on the automotive and mobility industry.