The InEVitable
The InEVitable is a MotorTrend podcast about the future of mobility, the car and transportation. Hosts Ed Loh and Jonny Lieberman explore where the automotive world is heading and how we will get there. Each episode features guests such as celebrities, industry leaders and devoted car enthusiasts. The show mixes news, interviews and commentary on electric vehicles and emerging technology.
Episodes
Tesla Semi: Diesel Killer or Giant Cybertruck?
A million-mile trucker shares his first impressions of the 1,076-hp Tesla Semi after driving it solo and towing 37,000 pounds.
This $18K Electric Vehicle Has a Face—and a Plan to Drive Itself | Meet Chip
Chip Motors CEO Jameson Detweiler explains his quirky $18,000 six-seat EV: 100 miles of range, a 25-mph top speed, remote operation and a smiling digital face. He also shares plans for autonomy, distributed manufacturing and winter 2026 deliveries in Miami.
Can Detroit Survive the AI Car Revolution? Mamatha Chamarthi on Ferrari, China and EVs
Former Stellantis software executive Mamatha Chamarthi explains the shift to AI-defined vehicles, why legacy automakers struggle to transform, what Ferrari’s EV gamble gets wrong, how Detroit can compete with China and whether EVs, autonomy and flying cars are inevitable.
Tips on How to Make Your Car Audio Come Alive | JBL Automotive's Rishi Daftuar
JBL Automotive chief engineer Rishi Daftuar explains how premium car audio is designed and tuned, how EVs and Dolby Atmos change the experience, which tracks expose a system’s flaws, and simple ways to improve your sound.
The Rideshare Guy: How Uber Drivers Make Money—and When Robotaxis Take Over
Harry Campbell, founder of The Rideshare Guy, reveals how Uber and Lyft drivers maximize earnings, what gig work really pays, and why Waymo, Zoox and Tesla robotaxis could reshape mobility within five years.
Why Used EVs Are Suddenly the Best Deal in Cars | Plug CEO Jimmy Douglas
Used electric vehicles are flooding the market—and they may be the smartest automotive purchase you can make today. In this episode of The InEVitable, Ed Loh and Jonny Lieberman are joined by Jimmy Douglas, CEO of Plug Motors, to explain why falling prices, lease returns, and rising gas costs have created a once-in-a-generation opportunity for used EV buyers.
The discussion explores EV depreciatio
Why Most EVs Feel Wrong to Drive | Joakim Rydholm on Steering, EVs & the Polestar 5
What makes a car truly fun to drive? In this episode of The Inevitable, Ed Loh and Jonny Lieberman sit down with Joakim Rydholm, Polestar's Head of Driving Dynamics, to explore the art and science of steering feel, chassis tuning, suspension development, and why software alone can't create a great driver's car. Rydholm also shares stories from his decades at Saab, Volvo, and Polestar, his experien
Boss Talk: QNX and Vector Presidents on Simplifying the Complexity of Future Cars
On this special episode of The InEVitable, I ventured out to Ottawa, the capital of Canada and home of the engineering side of QNX, the automotive software supplier and longtime sponsor of MotorTrend’s Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) Innovator Awards.
Recorded inside “The Garage” at QNX, where the company’s engineers build and test all sorts of robotic and automotive software and hardware, I met wi
Jay Leno’s Garage Secrets: Tesla Semi, Corvette ZR1X & American Cars Dominating
Jay Leno returns to The InEVitable Podcast for an epic deep dive into the future of cars, EVs, and American performance. From driving the Tesla Semi to breaking down the Corvette ZR1X, Mustang GTD, and Rolls-Royce Specter, Jay shares unmatched insight from decades of experience as a collector, historian, and true car enthusiast.
We also dive into:
Leno’s Law 2.0 and the fight to preserve classic
Porsche GT Boss on the Future of NA Engines, GT Cars & the New GT3 Cabriolet
What does the future of Porsche GT cars really look like?
In this special episode of The Inevitable, we sit down with Andreas Preuninger, the man behind Porsche’s legendary GT lineup—GT3, GT3 RS, GT2 RS, and more. With over 20 years at Porsche and 26 GT cars to his name, he breaks down everything from naturally aspirated engines to Nürburgring rivalries and the controversial new 911 GT3 Cabriole
The Truth About Chinese EVs: BYD, NIO, XPeng vs Tesla | Wheelsboy Interview
China’s auto industry is evolving faster than anyone expected—and it might already be ahead of the West. In this episode of The InEVitable, MotorTrend's Ed Loh sits down with Ethan Robertson of Wheelsboy to break down what’s really happening inside the Chinese EV market.
From BYD and NIO to XPeng and Xiaomi, we dive into the companies reshaping the future of cars—and why Tesla may no longer be the
Rivian Built an E-Bike?! 100-Mile Range & No Chain (Also TM-B First Ride)
MotorTrend’s The InEVitable goes hands-on with one of the most interesting e-bikes ever built — the ALSO. TM-B (Transcendent Mobility Bicycle), born from Rivian’s skunkworks. We talk with ALSO's Director of Product Line, Saul Leiken about what makes this bike unique. This isn’t your typical e-bike. With pedal-by-wire tech, no chain, regenerative braking, and automotive-grade battery tech, the TMB
Tesla FSD vs REAL LA Streets | Insane Edge Case Torture Test (Mount Washington + 110 Freeway)
We put Tesla’s latest Full Self-Driving (FSD v14) to the ultimate real-world test—no easy suburban routes, no perfect conditions. Instead, we dropped it straight into old Los Angeles chaos: ⚠️ Blind corners ⚠️ One-lane mountain roads ⚠️ Garbage trucks, pedestrians, and zero lane markings ⚠️ The infamous 110 freeway on-ramp (with basically NO acceleration lane) This is a true edge-case torture test
EV Charging Still Sucks. This Guy Is Making It Better
What does it take to compete with Tesla’s Supercharger network? In this episode of The Inevitable by MotorTrend, we sit down with Seth Cutler, CEO of IONNA, the fast-growing EV charging network backed by BMW, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, and Toyota. IONNA has gone from zero to 100+ charging sites in just two years, with plans to scale to 30,000 high-powered chargers by 2030.
How QNX + Vector Are Recruiting the Engineers Who Will Build Software-Defined Vehicles
From Ottawa’s QNX Garage, we sit down with Karen Xiong (Vector) and Andy Gryc (QNX) to talk about the talent behind software-defined vehicles. We cover career paths into automotive software, what companies actually look for in engineers today (CI/CD, systems thinking, reliability), and why “vibe coding” isn’t replacing safety-critical development anytime soon. Plus: practical tools and skills stud
How Hyundai Became a Design Powerhouse | Bradley Arnold, Head of Design
In this episode of The InEVitable Podcast by MotorTrend, the hosts sit down with Bradley Arnold, Head of Design at Hyundai Design North America. Bradley shares his journey from growing up around motorcycles to becoming one of the key designers shaping Hyundai’s bold new design language. The conversation dives into Hyundai’s rapid rise in the automotive world, how the brand approaches design and in
Tesla Veteran Building Ford’s Next EV Platform | The $30K Electric Truck Explained
Alan Clarke spent over a decade at Tesla — working on Model S, Model X, Model 3, Model Y, Cybertruck, and even Tesla’s battery swap program. Now he’s Ford’s Executive Director of Advanced EV Development — leading the Ford Universal EV Platform and the upcoming affordable midsize electric pickup targeting ~$30,000 and 300 miles of range.
Inside 38 Years of Honda Car Design with Dave Marek
After 38.5 years at Honda and Acura, legendary designer Dave Marek finally retires — and joins us to reflect on one of the most influential careers in modern automotive history.
From the golden era of Japanese performance to the birth of Acura… from the original NSX to the Element and Ridgeline… from the HondaJet to EV collaborations with GM — Dave was there for all of it.
This is a masterclass in
Tesla FSD v14 1-HOUR+ Live Test + Rivian R2 First Drive Impressions
In this special live-drive episode of The InEVitable, Ed Loh takes MotorTrend Technical Director Frank Markus on a real-world test of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) Version 14.2.2.3 in a Model Y — while diving deep into Frank’s first-drive impressions of the highly anticipated Rivian R2. This episode kicks off a new MotorTrend series on semi-autonomous driving systems, comparing Tesla’s ca
How Rivian Designed the R1, R2 & R3 — Jeff Hammoud, Chief Design Officer
On this episode of The InEVitable by MotorTrend, we sit down with Jeff Hammoud, Chief Design Officer at Rivian, to unpack the full design story behind the Rivian R1T, R1S, R2, and R3.
Jeff shares his journey from Chrysler and Jeep to joining Rivian in its earliest days—when there was no logo, no brand, and barely a prototype.
We dive deep into how Rivian’s iconic design language was created, why t
From CES: Solving SDV Complexity With QNX + Vector’s New Alloy Kore Platform
Live from CES, MotorTrend’s The InEVitable sits down with Justin Moon (VP, Core Product Engineering, QNX) and Dr. Marc Weber (VP, Product Management, Embedded Software & Systems, Vector) to unpack what it really takes to build software-defined vehicles—without drowning in integration complexity.
They explain why “doing it all in-house” can slow OEMs down, how Alloy Kore aims to reduce duplicat
From Audi TT to Electric Dune Buggies: Freeman Thomas on Design, EVs & Automotive Icons
Freeman Thomas returns to MotorTrend’s The Inevitable for a candid, wide-ranging conversation on automotive design, electric vehicles, and what it really takes to modernize an icon without losing its soul.
Now Vice Chairman of Meyers Manx, Thomas explains why the company made the costly decision to pause and completely rethink its electric Manx before launch—redesigning the vehicle around new ba
Singer’s Founder & New CEO Explain Why Analog Cars Still Matter
In this episode of MotorTrend’s The Inevitable, we visit Singer Vehicle Design’s headquarters in Torrance, California, for an in-depth conversation with Singer founder Rob Dickinson and CEO Raj Nair, former Ford executive and Multimatic leader.
The discussion spans how Singer scaled without sacrificing craftsmanship, why quality trumps speed, what it takes to run a low-volume automotive manufactur
Rivian’s AI Master Plan: Hands-Free Driving, R2 + LiDAR, and the Road to Personal Level 4 Autonomy
Rivian is making a bold bet on autonomy—and it’s very different from Tesla’s approach. In this episode of MotorTrend’s The Inevitable, Jonny Lieberman and Ed Loh sit down with James Philbin, Rivian’s VP of Autonomy & AI, following Rivian’s Autonomy & AI Day. Midway through the conversation, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe joins unexpectedly to dive deep into LiDAR, sensor strategy, and why Rivian b
Designing the New Scout: Chris Benjamin on Rivian Comparisons, EVs, and the Future of Off-Roading
In this episode of MotorTrend’s The Inevitable, hosts dive deep with Chris Benjamin, Chief Design Officer at Scout Motors, to explore his remarkable journey—from growing up in Queens and Miami, to working nights at Taco Bell while designing for Mercedes, to leading the rebirth of one of America’s most iconic off-road brands.
Chris reveals how the new Scout SUV and truck were designed, what he chan
Karma Automotive President Reveals the Future of American Ultra-Luxury EVs
In this episode of The InEVitable by MotorTrend, hosts Jonny Lieberman and Ed Loh sit down with Marques McCammon, President of Karma Automotive, to talk about the company’s reboot, its American-made ultra-luxury vision, and why the future isn’t fully electric—it’s EREV.
Marques traces his incredible career from creating the Dodge Neon SRT-4 to pivotal roles at ASC, Saleen, Aptera, Wind River, Rica
The Battery Future: Recycling, U.S. Lithium, and the Next Big Leap
In Episode 122 of The InEVitable, MotorTrend welcomes one of the smartest guests we’ve ever had on the show: Ryan Melsert, CEO of American Battery Technology Company — former Tesla Gigafactory founding engineer, award-winning innovator, and a leading voice in U.S. battery materials, recycling, and critical minerals.
Ryan dives deep into the real future of EVs, battery production, battery recycling
Reviving Willow Springs and The Future of LA Car Culture, with Singer's - Mazen Fawaz
In this episode of The InEVitable by MotorTrend, hosts Ed Loh and Jonny Lieberman sit down with Mazen Fawaz, Chief Strategy Officer at Singer Vehicle Design, to talk about Singer’s bold new venture — the acquisition and revival of Willow Springs International Raceway, the fastest track in the West.
Fawaz shares how the deal came together, Singer’s plans to modernize the historic circuit, and how i
Magnus Walker on EVs, Porsches, and the Future of Driving
In this episode of The InEVitable by MotorTrend, hosts Ed Loh and Jonny Lieberman sit down with the one and only Magnus Walker—fashion icon, Porsche collector, designer, and automotive outlaw. Magnus opens up about his love-hate relationship with EVs, why Porsche’s electric strategy might be backfiring, and what the brand needs to do to stay true to its roots. He also shares behind-the-scenes stor
Inside GM’s Future: AI Cars, Hands-Free Driving, and Next-Gen Batteries
In this episode of The InEVitable by MotorTrend, host Ed Loh takes you inside GM Forward — General Motors’ technology showcase in New York — to explore the company’s electrified, autonomous, and AI-driven future. From new lithium manganese-rich batteries that cut costs while keeping range high, to hands-free, eyes-off driving coming to the 2028 Cadillac Escalade IQ, and even Google Gemini AI built
How Do We Get More Kids Racing? Ferdi Porsche & Rob Smedley - F.A.T. Karting League
In Episode 118 of The InEVitable, MotorTrend hosts Ed Loh and Jonny Lieberman sit down with two racing powerhouses — Ferdi Porsche, great-grandson of Ferdinand Porsche, and Rob Smedley, former Ferrari race engineer to Felipe Massa — to talk about FAT Karting League, a bold effort to democratize motorsport. Karting has always been the entry point for Formula 1 hopefuls — but at costs reaching over
The Electric AE86 with a Stick Shift with Kenji Arai, Chief Engineer
In this episode of The InEVitable by MotorTrend, hosts Ed Loh and Jonny Lieberman go hands-on with one of the most surprising EV conversions ever attempted — the Toyota AE86 Levin BEV, an electric restomod created by Lexus Electrified Development Division. Joining them are Kenji Arai, Chief Engineer at Lexus Electrified, and Toshi Hayama, JDM legend and translator, to discuss why Lexus chose to el
BMW’s Neue Klasse vs. Mercedes GLC at IAA Munich + AI Cars, VW x Rivian, Polestar 5 & 204-mph Lucid!
Ep116 - Welcome back to The Inevitable by MotorTrend—where we dig into the future of the automobile. Fresh off IAA Munich 2025, we compare BMW’s Neue Klasse / iX3 with Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric, talk mega watt charging, battery design, interiors, and who’s really leading right now.
Guest Kyle Conner (Out of Spec) joins us first, then Frank Markus and Ed go deep on Qualcomm x BMW tech from the s
We’re Back! State of the EV Industry + Deep Dive with Kyle Conner
WE’RE BACK! The InEVitable is unstoppable and back to ask and answer all sorts of questions about the future of the car, with one of the sharpest minds in the automotive scene, Out of Spec founder and man of the world, Kyle Connor.
What do Jeeps, Porsches & iPhones have in common? | Mike Kunigonis, Corning Automotive Glass Solutions
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Mike Kunigonis, VP & GM of Corning Automotive Glass Solutions. From iPhones to windshields! The guys discuss fiber optics in cars, Gorilla Glass, their partnership with Apple, their newest innovation: Fusion 5, the evolution of glass technology, AR & HUDs, and much more.
0:28 - Introduction to Corning Automotive Glass Solutions.
2:35
Electrifying Icons with Everrati Founder & CEO Justin Lunny
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Everrati Founder & CEO Justin Lunny. Everatti is electrifying your favorite classics! From Mercedes, to Porsche, to Land Rover and more! Some classics are just better electrified!
0:07 - Introduction to Everati and Electric Resto Mods.
2:17 - Everati's Mission and Unique Approach.
4:50 - Addressing Criticism from Automotive Enthusiasts
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The Re-Emergence of Scout Motors with President & CEO Scott Keogh
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Scout Motors President & CEO, Scott Keogh! The guys discuss Scout's Reemergence into the Market with the Scout Traveler SUV & Terra Truck, Market Demand for EREVs, their Unique Electrification Strategy, Community UX Infotainment System, Consumer Reception, and How Their Plan to Refresh on the Modern American Truck & SUV Market.
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The Future of Dodge with CEO Matt McAlear
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Dodge CEO, Matt McAlear! The guys dive into the all new Dodge Charger Daytona(EV & ICE), the "Fratzonic" artificial sound, their transition to EVs, how the new administration may shake things up, generational perspectives on EVs, defining success for the Charger EV, Hornet, Durango, Viper, EV adoption, and other opportunities for Dodge in
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Passenger Vehicles with Brian Goldstein of Energy Independence Now
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with the Executive Director of Energy Independence Now, Brian Goldstein! Learn more at EINow.com & DriveH2.org!
0:57 - Question of the Day - Choosing The Right EV.
9:27 - What is Energy Independence Now
13:40 - California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger's Hydrogen Highway Initiative.
19:12 - Where Are We With Hydrogen Stations?
21:00 - Infrast
The Escape of Carlos Ghosn with Sean McLain of WSJ
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Wall Street Journal's Sean McLain! The group discusses Sean's Book (Boundless: The Rise, Fall, & Escape of Carlos Ghosn) & Documentary (Wanted: The Escape of Carlos Ghosn), about the unprecedented story of one of the most feared and admired automotive executives - Carlos Ghosn.
1:22 - Die Hard!
05:05 - Sean's Path into Automotive Jou
Tesla’s Early Years + Software Defined Trailers with Ali Javidan, Founder & CEO of Range Energy
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Founder & CEO of Range Energy, Ali Javidan! The guys chat with Ali about his incredible resume (Ground Control Suspension, Tesla, Google, Zoox, Dinan), Tesla before & after Elon Musk, bringing the original Tesla Roadster & Model S to life, AND they talk all about his new company, Range Energy - Electric Powered Trailer Systems! Le
Why America Is Struggling with EVs with MotorTrend’s Mexico Editor Miguel Cortina
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with MotorTrend's Mexico Editor, Miguel Cortina! Miguel talks about the success of his TWO documentaries for MotorTrend - "China's Big Bet On Mexico" & "Why America Is Struggling With EVs".
0:35 - Question of the Day: Concerns About EV Charging Infrastructure.
3:24 - About today's guest: MotorTrend's Mexico Editor.
6:45 - Miguel's Documentary
Designing For The Future with GM’s Brian Smith
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman chat with GM's Director of Advanced Design in California, Brian Smith! Brian discusses his 30 years of designing for GM, the Future of Cadillac EVs, Formula 1, Lessons from Chinese EVs, Autonomy, innovations in user experience, and more!
0:43 - Jaguar's Type 00 Concept Unveiled.
6:07 - Brian's Background in Car Design.
13:19 - Favorite Projects Over the
Balancing the Transition of Powertrain with Dimitris Psillakis, President & CEO Mercedes-Benz North America
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with President & CEO of Mercedes-Benz North America, Dimitris Psillakis! Dimitris discusses the E-Class winning MotorTrend's 2025 Car of the Year, the Introduction of the Electric G-Class, current hurdles for EV adoption, Level 3 Autonomous Driving with Mercedes-Benz Drive Pilot, Formula 1, innovations in AI, and how to balance the transition
Coming to America with Cupra CEO Wayne Griffiths
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Cupra CEO, Wayne Griffiths! After much success in the European market, Cupra will be heading to the U.S.!
0:35 - QOTD - Why aren't Independent Gas Stations adding EV Chargers?
5:19 - About Cupra
8:55 - Introducing Cupra! Success in Europe and Plans for the US.
13:12 - Understanding the US Market and Consumer Preferences.
22:36 - Cupra's Pr
Hydrogen Powered Boats with Zero Emission Industries CEO Joe Pratt
MotorTrend's Ed loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Zero Emission Industries (ZEI) CEO, Joe Pratt to talk all about HYDROGEN BOATS! Why does Hydrogen make sense for Maritime use? Let's get into it!
0:45 - Could Deregulation Lead to Faster Hydrogen Adoption?
3:20 - Introduction to ZEI (Zero Emission Industries).
4:27 - The Case for Hydrogen in Maritime Transportation.
6:04 - Bunker Fuel vs. Hy
Converting Classics with Moment Motor Company Founder & CEO Marc Davis
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman chat with Moment Motor Company Founder & CEO, Marc Davis! "When you think about driving a classic (car) every day, this is the best way to do it." - Marc Davis.
0:42 - About our guest.
2:50 - Converting classic cars into EVs since 2017.
4:50 - The Evolution of Electric Vehicle Components.
8:52 - Crashed Teslas.
10:00 - Challenges of Classic Car Conver
New EV Charging Infrastructure Solutions with ItsElectric COO & Co-Founder Tiya Gordon
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with COO & Co-Founder of ItsElectric, Tiya Gordon! Tiya talks about her company's mission to tackle urban charging challenges with curb-side chargers in YOUR city! Ask them for a charger - it's FREE! Join the waitlist at www.itselectric.us/join
0:36 - QOTD - New Adm inistration.
1:30 - Elon Musk’s influence and the potential impact on EV poli
Let’s Talk About EV Tires with Tire Rack’s Woody Rogers
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Tire Rack's SVP Marketing, Woody Rogers, to talk all about TIRES! No matter the vehicle, they need tires! The guys discuss the history of Tire Rack, three top tire tips, how to make a more informed tire purchase decision, EV tire myths, Winter vs Summer tires, heat cycling, tire shaving, and more!
0:59 - QOTD - Fleet EVs.
9:44 - Woody's his
The Future of Nissan with Jonathon Ratliff & Jonathan Miller
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Nissan's Director of Technology Planning & Research, Jonathon Ratliff, and Director of EV Transformation, Jonathan Miller! The group discusses the move to NACS, the new Nissan Energy Charge Network, MyNissan App, battery storage, ASSBs (All-Solid-State-Batteries), how to make charging easier, and more!
0:42 - About our guests!
5:15 - Tra
Electric Mini Trucks with Jason Marks & Forrest North of TELO
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman chat with Founder/CEO, Jason Marks, and Founder/CTO, Forrest North, of TELO! The guys talk all about their TELO MT1 Urban Adventure Vehicle, their battery tech & crash safety innovations, capabilities of the truck, Software Defined Vehicles, autonomy, the current state of electric pickup trucks, EREV (Electric Range Extended Vehicle), and more!
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Our Electrified Future with Ponz Pandikuthira, Nissan Americas
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Nissan Americas' Regional SVP & Chief Planning Officer, Ponz Pandikuthira, to talk about the future of the industry, EVs, Software Defined Vehicles, autonomy, Formula E, as well as Nissan's current & future product lineup, including EVs & hybrids!
0:40 - About today's guest.
6:06 - Why electrification is InEVitable.
9:33 - Sellin
Can the Grid handle all these EVs? | Cody Smith, CA ISO, RC West
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Grid Operations Manager for California ISO/RC West - Cody Smith! The big question on everyone's mind - "Can the grid handle all these EVs?" Let's discuss...
0:36 - Meat smoothie!?
5:11 - Guest intro & role of CA ISO.
7:52 - Deregulated power grids and market transparency.
11:52 - How does the Grid work in America? East, West, & Texas
What Happened To Uber China? | Voistory CEO Ben Chiang
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with former Head of Uber China and current Founder & CEO of Voistory, Ben Chiang! Ben shares the story of Uber China, ride sharing in China, what led to its demise, Ben's current projects - Volar & Voistory, as well as Ben's outlook on AI & practical tips for getting started!
0:15 - About our guest Ben Chiang.
2:40 - Ben's background
Reverse Engineering Today’s EVs with Sandy Munro, Munro CEO & Design Prophet
MotorTrend's Ed Loh chats with Munro's CEO & Design Prophet, Sandy Munro! Ed & Sandy discuss everything from death threats to the future of the automotive industry! Sandy talks about Munro's role in the industry, his infamous Tesla Model 3 reaction, BMW i3, working on the GM EV 1 roadster, his favorite trucks on the market (Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T), the skateboar
From Baby Diablo to the Future of Restomods with Maurizio Reggiani of Eccentrica
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman chat with former CTO of Lamborghini & current Advisor at Eccentrica, Maurizio Reggiani! Maurizio talks about the Bugatti EB 110, his engineering background, Marcello Gandini, his path to Lamborghini, Audi's acquisition of Lamborghini, the expansion of the Lamborghini brand, and Eccentrica's V12 Lamborghini Diablo restomod!
0:54 - Question of the Day
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Sam Abuelsamid of Guidehouse Insights on Electrification, Cybertruck’s Viral Fail, & OEM Survival
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman chat with Principal Analyst for Guidehouse Insights, Sam Abeulsamid! The guys discuss misconceptions about battery life, charging infrastructure issues, cheap EVs, lessons learned from the early adoption phase, the viral WhistlinDiesel Tesla Cybertruck durability test fail video, why Tesla abandoned their $25k model, whether NACS is a good idea, Ionna char
2024 Pebble Beach Car Week with Nilu27’s Sasha Selipanov, Pininfarina’s David Amante, & Lamborghini’s Mitja Borket
The future of hypercars! MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Liebermna take the show on the road to 2024 Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum for a panel discussion with three top designers - Sasha Selipanov (Founder/CEO Nilu27), Davide Amantea (Chief Design Officer Automobili Pininfarina), & Mitja Borkert (Design Director, Automobili Lamborghini)!
0:33 - Pebble Beach Car Week!
3:30 - Today's guests...
SEMA President Mike Spagnola
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman chat with CEO & President of SEMA - Mike Spagnola! SEMA, or Specialty Equipment Market Association, is one of the largest trade shows in America! The guys chat with Mike about the history of SEMA, ushering in the EV era, The Chevron Doctrine, CARB EO, Cal Bill SB301, drivers of tomorrow, & what to look out for this year!
0:40 - Special Announcemen
Rivian Founder & CEO RJ Scaringe on the Rivian R2, R3, R3X & Beyond!
Motortrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Rivian Founder & CEO, RJ Scaringe! RJ talks about EV adoption, Rivian R2, Rivian R3 & R3X, Rivian Commercial Van, Autonomy, Improvements from Gen 1 to Gen 2, NVIDIA partnership, Android Automotive, Unreal Engine, VW partnership, GenAI, international markets, NACS, Halloween mode, and a lightning round!
2:26 -Are EVs really InEVitabl
Portland E-Prix with Nissan Formula E Team’s Cristina Fernandez & Charlotte Henry
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman take the podcast on the road to Portland International Raceway for Portland E-Prix to chat with Nissan Formula E Team's Head of Performance & Simulation, Cristina Fernandez, AND Track Side Electronic & System Engineer, Charlotte Henry! The group discusses the Portland E-Prix, specifics about Portland International Raceway, the race strategy of a Fo
Portland E-Prix with Nissan Formula E Team’s Managing Director & Team Principal, Tommaso Volpe
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman take the podcast on the road to the 2024 Portland E-Prix to chat with Nissan Formula E Team's Managing Director & Team Principal, Tommaso Volpe! Tommaso talks about the race season, the evolution of Formula E, the new Gen 4 car, the chess game of Formula E racing, finding the right drivers for Formula E, and more!
0:56 - Question(s) of the Day - Formu
The Future of User Experience with Mercedes’ Dalal Elsheikh
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with MBRDNA Experience Designer, Dalal Elsheikh! What will user experience look like 10-15 years from now? Will we be exclusively looking at screens? What about VR or AR? How will AI be implemented?
2:12 - Question of the Day.
7:43 - Dalal's role at Mercedes.
11:51 - Will Screens be the standard moving forward?
15:00 - CarPlay.
18:27 - Can cars k
Driving Around the World with Andrew Comrie-Picard | TransGlobal Car Expedition
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with stuntman, Rally Champion, X Games athlete, & world explorer - Andrew Comrie-Picard! Andrew talks all about the TransGlobal Car Expedition - the world's FIRST around-the-world expedition through BOTH geographic poles!
Learn more at TransGlobalCar.com
0:36 - Question of the Day.
5:12 - What is the TransGlobal Car Expedition!? The route.
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Electrify Expo Founder BJ Birtwell on the EV Learning Curve, His Ah-ha Moment, & Electrify Expo’s 8 City Tour!
MotorTrend's Ed oh & Jonny Lieberman chat with Electrify Expo Founder & CEO - BJ Birtwell! Want to test drive an EV? Want to learn more about EVs? The guys discuss the mission of Electrify Expo, the EV learning curve, the politicization of EVs, fighting FUD, rapid advancement by the Chinese market, and more!
Learn more at ElectrifyExpo.com!
0:37 - Question of the Day!
8:35 - 3 years of E
Tesla-Powered Hondas with RyWire Founder Ryan Basseri
High performance EV tuning! MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with RyWire Founder/Owner, Ryan Basseri! Ryan discusses his EV S2k - a Honda S2000 with a Tesla Motor & batteries, his first EV conversion with Bisimoto, his Honda Civic EG & EK conversion kits, and more!
0:45 - Question of the Day - EV Trolls.
6:50 - Honda guy.
9:00 - Honda tuning.
10:31 - The EV S2k - Tesla-Po
Smart Charging & Energy Management with The Mobility House
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with The Mobility House's CEO North America, Greg Hintler, and Head of Business Development & Growth North America, Zoheb Davar! The mission of The Mobility House to create Zero Emission, Zero Cost charging through the use of their smart charging technology - ChargePilot!
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The Future of Home Energy with GM Energy’s Wade Sheffer & Aseem Kapur
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Out of Spec Review Founder Kyle Conner PART 2 | Towing, Charging, & Today’s Top EVs
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman continue their conversation with Out Of Spec Review Founder, Kyle Conner! PART 2 includes Kyle's thoughts on towing with EVs, tow racing over the Rocky Mountains, Silverado EV, cold weather, charging in freezing weather, plug-in hybrids, BMW XM, charging infrastructure, Electricity America, NACS, Rivian, EV testing, and the most important factor about an E
Out of Spec Review Founder Kyle Conner PART 1 | Tesla Model 3 Performance vs Hyundai IONIC 5 N, Cyberbeast, & Reviewing EVs
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman chat with Out of Spec Review Founder, Kyle Conner! PART 1 includes Tesla Model 3 Performance vs Hyundai IONIC 5 N, Tesla Cyberbeast, cars in the Out of Spec fleet, Porsche Macan Electric, One-Pedal driving, breaking the Cannonball Run record in EV, automotive influences, about his review process, his interest in EVs, and misinformation around EVs! Hear mor
McKeel Hagerty discusses Autonomy, Fighting for the Right to Drive, & Preserving Car Culture!
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman chat with Hagerty CEO, McKeel Hagerty! McKeel discusses the wide reach of Hagerty, the All-Porsche Broad Arrow x Air|Water Auction, the early years of Hagerty, the National Historic Vehicle Registry, the impact of Autonomous driving on car insurance, his passions to fight for our right to drive, preserving car culture, Tesla, the EV Holy War, his first EV
How to Make a Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) with Jeff Chou & Robert Day
MotorTrend's Ed Loh sits down with Sonatus Co-Founder/CEO Jeff Chou, and ARM's Director of Automotive Partnerships Robert Day! The group discusses the partnership between Sonatus & ARM, and how they're assisting the automotive industry's transformation into the Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) era.
0:55 - Question of the Day.
6:36 - About today's guests.
9:42 - What is Sonatus?
12:25 - What is
Daniel Wu discusses China’s EV Adoption Boom, the Ji Yue 01 AI-Powered ”Robocar”, & American Born Chinese
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman welcome back Actor/Director/Producer - Daniel Wu! Daniel discusses racing in the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, his recent trip to Shanghai & Hong Kong, the Chinese EV adoption boom, his experience at Jidu headquarters exploring the Ji Yue 01 "Robocar", American Born Chinese, Asian representation in Hollywood, his future racing goals, Software Defined
How SDVs Will Reshape Our Cities | Dylan Jones of Gensler
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman chat with Gensler's Mobility & Transportation Practice Area Leader, Dylan Jones, about Gensler's new book, "Design for a Radically Changing World". What will our future cities look like in a world of Software Defined Vehicles?
0:58 - Question of the Day: InEVitable.
7:30 - What is Gensler?
10:18 - How the automobile has shaped our cities.
14:26 - The
2024 Fiat 500e hits America with Head of Fiat North America Aamir Ahmed
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman chat with the Head of Fiat North America, Aamir Ahmed! The guys chat with Aamir about the all-electric Fiat 500e being released in the North American Market, Fiat Pass, Fiat House, Fiat Live Store, and more!
0:37 - Question of the Day: Big Brother.
5:07 - 2024 Fiat 500e - Best selling city car in Europe!
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Are Fossil Fuels the Problem? | Dr. Emily Fischer of Science Moms
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman chat with Dr. Emily Fischer of Science Moms to talk all about climate change, atmospheric science, wildfires, outdoor & indoor air quality, childhood asthma, and what we can do to combat all of this! Dr. Emily Fischer is a Professor in the Department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University, and member of Science Moms! Learn more at ScienceM
The Future of Software Defined Recreational Vehicles with Pebble’s Bingrui Yang & Stefan Solyom
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman chat with Pebble's CEO Bingrui Yang & CTO Stefan Solyom! Pebble is taking the hassle out of recreational living with their 100% electric, remote controlled, self-propelled, and self-hitching - Pebble Flow!
0:53 - Question of the Week: Small affordable EVs.
5:32 - About Pebble.
7:43 - Getting a look at the Pebble Flow, all-electric camper!
8:37 - Magi
Sasha Selipanov on the Tesla Cybertruck, Lamborghini Huracán, & Defining the Perfect Hypercar
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman sit down with Founder & CEO of Hardline27 - Sasha Selipanov! Sasha talks about his recent experience with the Tesla Cybertruck, his Bertone Pharoah design, his role on the Lamborghini Huacán, his design philosophy, Bugatti Chiron, Genesis Essentia, Koenigsegg, his take on EVs, what defines a good hypercar, Hardline27, and more!
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Our SDV Future with AWS’ Stefano Marzani & Level 3 Autonomy, ChatGPT with Mercedes’ Magnus Oestberg
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman are back with their final episode from the CES show! FIRST, the guys chat with MotorTrend's 2024 SDV Innovator Award Winner - Worldwide SDV Tech Leader for Amazon Web Services, Stefano Marzani, about how AWS Cloud Services are assisting the automotive industry, and what our Software Defined future will look like. NEXT, the guys chat with Mercedes Benz AG C
Flying Cars with XPeng’s Brian Gu & SDV’s of the future with Jack Cheng of MIH Consortium
MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman are back with more from the CES show as they chat with XPeng Motors President & Vice Chairman, Dr. Brian Gu, AND the CEO of MIH Consortium, Jack Cheng! This episode is all about Flying Cars, "Smartification", and Software Defined Vehicles!
1:39 - Question of the Week! Chinese EVs in America?
6:38 - Dr. Brian Gu on XPeng's AeroHT - FLYING CAR!
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