Shows
The TechMobility PodcastCold Weather Trucking Autonomy, Hyundai’s Hybrid Pickup Play, Ultra-Fast EV Charging, and the AI Housing GatewayDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!A driverless semi rolling through Michigan in winter is a different kind of test. Sunbelt miles are one thing, but snow, ice, road spray, lane shifts, and Detroit-area traffic pressure every sensor and every line of autonomy code. I dig into Torq Robotics, taking autonomous trucking north toward Ann Arbor, and ask the questions most people skip: who regulates this when federal law is still patchwork, will states require safety drivers, and what happens when a 60-ton tractor-trailer meets real Midwest weather at...
2026-04-2743 min
The TechMobility PodcastEV Narrative Is Cracking, Maritime Gaps, How RVs Are Evolving, and Why Experience Still MattersDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!EV fatigue is real, but the market is not behaving the way the loudest voices would have you believe. We dig into what happened after federal EV tax credits shifted and why the “EV sales will crater” storyline misses what consumers actually do when a product hits the mark. The anchor example is Volvo’s EX60, a premium electric SUV seeing stronger-than-forecast demand in Europe, strong enough to force production ramp-ups and unusual capacity moves. I also share what stood out from driving it, in...
2026-04-2743 minThe TechMobility PodcastAutomation, Exclusivity, and Access: Pool Tech, First Class, and Aging Behind the WheelDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!A $1,500 cordless robotic pool cleaner that claims it can scrub the waterline, climb walls, clean the floor, and even skim the surface sounds like the future of pool ownership. We dig into what that kind of home automation really replaces and what it doesn’t, because “fully automated” is a big promise when you’re staring at leaves, pollen, and debris on a hot Saturday. I also want to know where you land on the trade-off: do you trust a pool robot like the Beat...
2026-04-1343 min
The TechMobility PodcastBig Rigs, Big Power, Big Questions: Trucks, Hellcats, Japanese Robots, and BiofuelsDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!A trucker takes a wrong turn with a 40-foot trailer and backs out as if it never happened, thanks to the cab layout and screens that finally make the job easier. That story kicks off a deeper look at the Tesla Semi and why electric Class 8 trucking is suddenly getting something close to genuine respect from people who live in diesel miles and tight schedules. We dig into what actually matters to fleet operators: range that fits real routes, fast charging, service differences...
2026-04-1343 min
The TechMobility PodcastBuick Sedan Rumors, Lincoln Aviator Reality, Teen Stock Trading Risks, and the Green Steel ShowdownDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!A Buick sedan in America again? That idea feels like a throwback until you consider how crowded the crossover market has become and how quickly buyer preferences can change when something seems too common. We start by examining the rumor that General Motors might bring back a Buick-branded sedan in the U.S. and ask the tough questions: who is it for, what would it represent, and how does Buick offer comfort and value without overshadowing Cadillac? If you’ve ever wondered whether th...
2026-04-0643 min
The TechMobility PodcastTesla’s Battery Trailer, a Strained Power Grid, Smarter Flight Delays, and the ADU Housing FixDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!Tesla aims to address EV range anxiety with what sounds like a punchline: a tow-behind battery trailer. I explore the patent details, the promise of “automatic” energy management, and the complicated real-world questions nobody can ignore, like safety in a rear-end crash, charging at a Supercharger, battery maintenance, and even whether insurance companies would cover it. If a range extender makes your car less practical and more complex, is it really progress for electric vehicles?From there, I step back and cons...
2026-04-0643 min
The TechMobility PodcastFrom Beijing to Your Driveway, 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness review, 3D Metallic Glass, and The Great Housing ShrinkflationDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!China’s automakers aren’t just “coming someday”; they’re laying track right now, and Canada might be the staging ground. We explore the real-world mechanics behind a North American expansion: import quotas, vehicle certification, dealer networks, and local financing. We also look at the uncomfortable question hanging over the U.S. auto industry: what happens when a wave of new brands arrives with aggressive pricing, rapid product cycles, and a clear plan to scale?Then we move from geopolitics to the drivew...
2026-03-3043 minThe TechMobility PodcastThe Great EV Reset, Fewer Parts, Lower Costs, Finland's Housing First model, and AI Starts Selling CarsDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!EV headlines often suggest the industry is either completely committed or pulling back, but the reality is more complex and offers more insights. We analyze what happened when EV tax credits vanished, why hybrids suddenly seem like the safest choice for many automakers, and how consumers ultimately influence the market through their spending. A key example is Sony Honda Mobility’s Afeela, a high-priced electric vehicle project that gets put on hold even after production preparations have started, raising a straightforward question: when de...
2026-03-3043 minThe TechMobility PodcastGrid Saving Windows, Volvo's EV Bet, Peak Shale Oil, and Fewer Teen DriversDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!A window that acts like a wall may sound like science fiction, but it could be one of the most practical solutions to a very real problem: an aging US electrical grid facing increasing demand from EVs, AI, and data centers. I explore a Fast Company report on LuxWall’s vacuum-insulated windows, why an R-18 style performance claim is significant, and how reducing heating and cooling needs can relieve grid stress faster than building new power plants. When utilities start offering incentives, energy ef...
2026-03-2343 minThe TechMobility PodcastFuel Shocks and Future Tech: From $100 Fill-Ups to AI Robots and Wildfire-Resilient CommunitiesDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!Gas prices don’t just hurt at the pump; they can also reshape the entire car market. I journey off the usual script to trace a real-world chain reaction: oil tankers stuck at a global chokepoint, crude becoming scarcer in the wrong places, and gasoline prices rising even as the US produces huge amounts of oil. Then I address the practical question most drivers are quietly asking: where’s the pain point that will influence your next purchase? From there, I analy...
2026-03-1643 min
The TechMobility PodcastTesla’s Robot Ambitions, 2026 Lexus NX impressions, Amazon’s AI Factory Lessons, and a New Kind of Sports CameraDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!Tesla is making moves that force a hard question: what if the most valuable “car company” products aren’t cars anymore? I dig into reports that Tesla plans to end production of the Model S and Model X and retool its Fremont, California, facility for Optimus humanoid robots, aiming for massive scale. From there, I pressure-test the Cybercab robotaxi vision, including the uncomfortable reality that the U.S. still doesn’t have clear federal laws for fully autonomous vehicles at nationwide volume.Then...
2026-03-1643 min
The TechMobility PodcastCheaper Lucid Gravity, Smart Hyundai Ioniq 9, Mechanical Batteries and AI at WarDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!Speed meets substance when efficiency takes center stage. We start with a detailed look at Lucid’s Gravity Touring and why a smaller 89 kWh pack can still provide over 300 miles of range. The secret isn’t just hardware—it’s software. From energy management to motor control, Lucid demonstrates how smart algorithms and over-the-air upgrades can extend mileage, enhance performance, and even increase long-term value. Then we move on to the all-new Hyundai Ioniq 9, a three-row EV designed with “aerosthetic” styling. With a 0.259 drag coeffic...
2026-03-0943 minThe TechMobility PodcastOld Car - Better Warranty, Driving Naked, Vanishing Native Bees, and Iowa HydrogenDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!A small warranty on an old car might not seem like a major breakthrough—until it prevents a family from getting stranded by a hidden repair. We start with GM’s Car Bravo and why a 30-day, 1,000-mile powertrain guarantee on high-mileage vehicles signals a change in the used-car market. With certified pre-owned options limited by the pandemic, automakers are offering real, if modest, protection where buyers need it most. We explain what this means for affordability, financing traps, and how to handle “as is”...
2026-03-0943 min
The TechMobility PodcastRivian’s Future Plans, Real-Deal Honda SUV, John Deere Blues, EPA Nixes Human FactorDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!A lot changes when technology grows faster than the rules. We kick off with Rivian’s survival playbook—why the R2’s push for affordability, a delayed Georgia plant, and an in-house autonomy stack paired with subscriptions might keep the lights on if pure EV sales stumble. We weigh what “hands-free” really means when drivers still bear legal liability, and where a custom processor and point-to-point features promise value but raise hard questions about responsibility and price.From there, we get tactile wi...
2026-02-2443 minThe TechMobility PodcastAutonomy, Brainwave Cars, Chimneys, and Housing StrategyDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!Autonomy is having a second act, and not everyone is ready for it. We open with Nissan—a brand that once led with the Leaf—now aiming to leapfrog rivals with a hands‑off, eyes‑on system by 2028, even as core models age and Infiniti searches for a pulse. We explain why bold software roadmaps can’t paper over weak product strategy, how legal gray zones and weather still hem in robotaxis, and where autonomy is paying off first: long‑haul trucking across the Sun Belt...
2026-02-2443 min
The TechMobility PodcastThe New Value Playbook: Cheap Chinese EVs, Dodge Charger Daytona review, Salvage Titled Cars and the Home Ownership TrapDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!Want a clear view of where mobility and money intersect right now? We dive into how Chinese carmakers are lining up to enter the U.S. through joint ventures, Canadian quotas, and Mexican assembly—and why that strategy echoes the Japanese and Korean playbook that reshaped the market decades ago. The core story is affordability: a massive gap below $25K that Chinese brands are ready to fill with high-quality, feature-rich EVs, potentially under familiar badges. We unpack what that means for IP sharing, ta...
2026-02-1643 min
The TechMobility PodcastHybrid Sales Boom, Bronco Stroppe Reality Check, High Elevation and No Water, Ford Drops EscapeDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!Shoppers are speaking with their wallets, and the data speaks loudly. We kick off with a clear-eyed look at why Hyundai and Kia just posted record January sales, driven by hybrids and value-forward crossovers—and how Chevy’s layered lineup keeps affordable options on the lot. Then we take the 2025 Ford Bronco Stroppe Special Edition into focus: what its Baja-tuned suspension, GOAT modes, and 315-hp EcoBoost deliver off-road, and where price, fuel economy, seat design, and daily usability fall short. If you’r...
2026-02-1043 min
The TechMobility PodcastWhy Minivans Are Winning Again, AI Won’t Replace Seatbelts Yet, and Elevators Cost a FortuneDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!Forget the hype cycle—let’s talk about what actually moves people and markets. We start with a comeback story no one saw coming: minivans. After years of SUV dominance, buyers are rediscovering why sliding doors and low floors beat lifted ride heights and tiny cargo openings. We break down the latest sales spikes in the U.S. and Canada, explain why Toyota’s hybrid Sienna and Chrysler’s Pacifica are leading, and show how the core use cases—grandparents on long road trips, gig...
2026-02-1043 min
The TechMobility PodcastVolvo Looks East to Grow West, Is the Lexus ES sedan still relevant, The Truth About Chinese AI, and Climate Change in the ArticDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!Big promises meet hard limits—from the showroom to the server room to the edge of the map. We open with Volvo’s rumored supersized SUV, backed by Geely’s global toolbox and Zeekr’s three-row PHEV. Dealers want a GLS and X7 rival to keep buyers in the fold, but the financials are rough: low volumes, high capex, and a U.S. plant not set up for a true full-size. Importing a China-built variant might pencil out better, assuming tariffs don’t blow up th...
2026-02-0343 minThe TechMobility PodcastLuxury, Labor, and the Grid: Why the Future Is a Series of Hard TradeoffsDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!A six-wheel Lexus that treats the back seat like a boardroom. Hundreds of thousands of Americans working well into their 80s. Hydropower storage poised to shore up a shaky grid. It sounds like three different stories, but they all point to the same reality: our future hinges on better design, smarter tradeoffs, and respect for the laws of physics.We start with the Lexus LS concept, a seven-seat “personal sanctuary” that pushes the rear wheels to create a lounge-like cabin and prov...
2026-02-0343 min
The TechMobility PodcastChina’s EV Edge, Charging Roads, Ford’s 2025 Expedition Comes Up Short, and 7 Parenting Habits That Future Proof KidsDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!A quiet revolution is reshaping the roads around us—and it’s moving faster than most of us realize. We open with a clear-eyed look at how China is accelerating EV adoption across Latin America and Canada, while U.S. policy whiplash risks sidelining our manufacturers. It’s not a culture war; it’s a competitiveness test. Auto jobs, suppliers, and regional economies depend on aligning with what global buyers want, and today that means strong EV and hybrid portfolios alongside targeted gasoline offering...
2026-01-2743 minThe TechMobility PodcastHigh Beef Prices, Tight Crops, Time Banking, Toll Road Backlash, and Beyond LinkedInDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!Beef prices at the store feel painful, yet many ranchers are finally breathing easier. We unpack that paradox by tracing tight cattle supply, steady domestic demand, and export strength—then contrast it with row crops, where corn, soybeans, and wheat are squeezed by high input costs, softer demand, and Brazil’s bumper harvests. You’ll hear why economists see input costs, not interest rates, as the main barrier through 2026, and how mixed operations can use livestock to stabilize a struggling crop balance sheet.
2026-01-2743 min
The TechMobility PodcastCan AI Run a Nuclear Plant, Inside the 2025 Toyota Prius Nightshade, Secret Life of Dormant Car Brands, and the Billion-Dollar Vintage Car EconomyDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!A bold claim kicked this one off: can artificial intelligence safely replace humans in nuclear power plants? We revisit the cautionary history of nuclear incidents and weigh it against the current state of AI—powerful, yes, but prone to hallucinations, bias, and adversarial manipulation. Human-in-the-loop isn’t optional when the stakes include public safety, long-lived waste, and grid stability. We also unpack the reality of small modular reactors, the generational skills gap in nuclear engineering, and why tech for tech’s sake can become...
2026-01-1943 minThe TechMobility PodcastHow Did $60,000 Pickups Become Normal? Understanding Vehicle Pricing, CAFE Rollbacks, and AI Security RisksDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!Prices keep climbing, and the easy villain is “too much safety.” We pull that apart by taking a clear look at how active safety reduces injuries and claims, then follow the money to where it really pools: full-size trucks, SUVs, and premium trims designed to maximize profit. From holiday discounts that barely dent margins to the psychology of sub-brands like Denali and Avenir, we lay out why the average new vehicle sits near $50,000 and why a $60k pickup is the new normal....
2026-01-1943 min
The TechMobility PodcastOne Truck an Hour, a Jeep Identity Crisis, and the New Rules of Buying CarsDrop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode!What if a $10 part could swing millions, and a single extra truck per hour could add a quarter billion in revenue? We open with the hard math behind Ford’s production ramp-up, showing how small cost changes and modest line-speed gains compound into outsized financial results. It’s a revealing look at why automakers obsess over pennies, manage thousands of suppliers, and make capacity moves that ripple through jobs, community investment, and market share.Then we switch lanes to the Jeep Wago...
2026-01-1343 min