Best SAE International Podcasts (2025)

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284. Removing Roadblocks to Fleet Electrification 38:35

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What does it really take to electrify America’s fleets? From skyrocketing insurance rates to policy risks to reduced incentives, the market dynamics are complex. Enter Electrada, a Cincinnati-based EV infrastructure company revolutionizing how fleets transition to clean energy. As the developer, owner, and operator of electric fueling assets, Elect…

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283. Riding the EV Wave With Smarter Batteries 31:48

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As OEMs race to deliver new vehicle lineups with greater speed and efficiency, the industry finds itself navigating a complex crossroads between full EVs and hybrid models. That’s where ENNOVI steps in. With a focus on smarter battery management and cutting-edge electrical architecture, ENNOVI is staying agile—offering the right product mix to help…

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282. Engineering with Purpose: The SAE Story You Need to Hear 32:24

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Innovation isn’t a solo act—it’s a team sport. And if you’re an engineer, the world needs your expertise now more than ever. SAE International is a place where engineers, dreamers, and doers unite to build a safer, smarter future. Our lively community is made up of cross-disciplinary volunteers who develop life-saving standards, mentor the next gen…

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281. How Autonomy is Breathing New Life into Farming 34:10

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Labor shortages are pushing many family farms to the brink. Thesolution? Autonomous technology which is emerging as a game-changer—boosting productivity, cutting risk, and giving family farms a fighting chance to thrive for generations to come. At the forefront of this transformation is Blue River Technology, a JohnDeere subsidiary leading the char…

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280. BRIEFS: Roberto Signs Off…Here’s Why You’ll Want to Follow Along 3:06

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After delivering sharp, witty insights on automation, EVs, and sustainability, Roberto Baldwin’s time on SAE Tomorrow Today Briefs is wrapping up, but for listeners, the journey’s just getting interesting. In his final episode, Roberto shares what’s next: joining the SAE MediaGroup to cover even more of the mobility universe—from traditional gas-po…

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279. Scalable AV Deployment Starts with Fewer Close Calls 52:13

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The hallmark of exceptional autonomous driving technology isn’t just how it reacts in a crisis but how it avoids one altogether. That’s the vision behind May Mobility: a world where self-driving cars confidently navigate busy intersections, unexpected detours, and pedestrian-filled crosswalks with the instincts of a seasoned human driver. At the co…

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278. BRIEFS: Scaling Software-Defined EV Fleets 27:43

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When it comes to electrifying commercial vehicle fleets, one company offers a transformative modular platform that can drastically reduce the time to market. REE Automotive is a publicly traded company that designs and manufactures advanced software-defined vehicles (SDVs) that are fully electric, capable of autonomy, and compatible with existing f…

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277. Advancing the Path to Full Autonomy 34:03

2M ago34:03

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From advancements in ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) to the importance of AI and redundancy, the path to autonomy is paved with delivering valuable intelligence that optimizes safety. Mobileye is a leader in autonomous driving and driver-assistance technologies, harnessing world-renowned expertise in computer vision, artificial intelligen…

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276. UNPLUGGED: The Fragmentation of the Robotaxi Market 12:10

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The robotaxi market is experiencing significant change, with the once-dominant Waymo now facing competition from new entrants like Nuro and Wayve who are licensing their autonomous driving technology — a strategy that could reshape the industry. In addition, Tesla’s Cybercab is aiming to launch a commercial service by the end of 2025 that allows ow…

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275. BRIEFS: NEVI and America’s EV Charging Future 16:09

2M ago16:09

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The National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program (NEVI) is a $5 billion initiative aimed at developing EV charging infrastructure across all 50 states and Puerto Rico. However, recent executive orders have put the program and its funding on hold. To dig into what this all means, Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility S…

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274. Simulating Off-Road Autonomy in Combat 39:04

2M ago39:04

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As warfare becomes more technologically advanced, the military requires a “one-to-many” system that allows one operator to control a fleet of air, ground, and surface-level assets. This type of technology can also support industries like construction that may be experiencing labor shortages. . To bring these visions to reality, there is a critical …

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273. AI-Powered Solution for Seamless EV Charging 31:30

3M ago31:30

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It’s no secret that the EV charging experience can be a frustrating one. But what if you could connect the various EV charging networks to apps and services, standardizing them into a single point of integration? One company is doing just that by harnessing data to create a seamless, secure, and reliable EV charging experience. Meet Emobi, the lead…

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272. BRIEFS: Perfecting Solid-State Battery Production 22:40

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When it comes to electrification, Honda has been focused on long-term strategy, emphasizing that the transition to EVs is a marathon, not a sprint. Recently, however, the company has been bullish on solid-state battery technology. By using a solid electrolyte instead of a liquid one, solid-state batteries offer advantages like higher energy density…

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271. SAE J3108: Alerting First Responders to Lithium-Ion Batteries 18:03

3M ago18:03

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Less than one-third of first responders are trained on lithium-ion battery incidents, leading to potentially dangerous situations that can occur during vehicle fires, especially as the adoption of EVs grows. . To help address this challenge, first responders must first know whether a vehicle is equipped with a lithium-ion battery or another alterna…

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270. Electrified Trailers for the Heavy-Duty Truck Market 40:20

3M ago40:20

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Can the commercial transportation industry move beyond diesel? Yes, and it starts with practical decarbonization that makes trailers smarter, safer, and more efficient. . Range Energy is accelerating the electrification of commercial transportation via powered trailers for the heavy-duty truck market. With a solution that can easily hook up to any …

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269. BRIEFS: How Are Automakers Reacting to Tariffs? 16:20

3M ago16:20

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There is no doubt that businesses, especially automakers, do not like uncertainty. So how are they reacting to potential tariffs and the impact on cross-border manufacturing? . Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, recently sat down with Transportation and Business Journalist, Abigail Bassett, to the discuss th…

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268. A Breakthrough in Sustainable Aviation Fuel 35:43

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We often hear about sustainable fuel options when it comes to vehicles, but what about aerospace? With aviation fuel demand expected to rise to 160 billion gallons per year by 2050, new and innovative Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) pathways are certainly needed. . In response, CleanJoule has developed a proprietary manufacturing process that produ…

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267. Optimizing Energy Data for the Cold Supply Chain 33:32

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The growing complexity of fleet electrification has highlighted the importance of understanding how energy is used and where you can reduce waste. To optimize energy intensity at industrial facilities, one company is leveraging integrated data and AI-powered intelligence to reduce both cost and fleet-related emissions, particularly when it comes to…

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266. Are Internal Combustion Engines Making a Comeback? 45:44

4M ago45:44

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As a new presidential administration takes shape, the automotive world is preparing for a possible resurgence in Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) development, alongside a continued push for both hybrids and EVs. . To break down the shifting regulatory landscape, we sat down with Adam Gryglak and Gary Newton at AVL Mobility Technologies, a thought-l…

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265. BRIEFS: Power Grid Solutions for EV Charging 20:22

4M ago20:22

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How do we balance the demands of EV charging with the capabilities of the power grid? The answer lies in coordination between automakers, consumers and utilities. . Enter ChargeScape, a software platform that harnesses data analytics and managed EV charging to reward drivers for their flexibility and reduce the total cost of EV ownership. The goal …

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264. Launching Human Space Travel with a Luxury Balloon 29:21

4M ago29:21

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Imagine a six-hour journey to outer space that includes a world-class meal, cocktail service, Wi-Fi, and unprecedented views of Earth. This experience could soon become reality. . Space Perspective, the world's first carbon-neutral spaceflight experience company, is commercializing space travel with Spaceship Neptune, a pressurized capsule propelle…

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263. Matching Buyers & Sellers to Advance SDV Development 41:54

5M ago41:54

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From evolving consumer expectations to changing business models to updates to the car itself, there is no doubt that software is radically transforming the automotive industry—and companies must adapt now or risk being left behind. . The rise of smartphones has permanently altered consumer expectations, and software-defined vehicles (SDVs) are expe…

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262. BRIEFS: Top EV Trends to Watch in 2025 24:02

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2024 saw several advancements in EV technology and charging capabilities including the rollout of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program and the growing adoption of the J3400 charging standard. . Looking ahead to 2025, new EV models and more affordable options are poised to make an impact, capturing public interest and continui…

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261. How AI Alignment Makes AVs Safer 43:11

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In order for AVs to perform safely and reliably, we need to teach them the language of human preference and expectations—and accelerating AI alignment can do just that. . Enter Kognic, the industry-leading annotation platform for sensor-fusion datasets (e.g., camera, radar, and LIDAR data). By helping companies gather, organize, and refine massive …

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260. Reshaping Air Freight with Blended Wing Body Design 35:07

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For more than 60 years, the air freight industry has adapted passenger aircraft for cargo fleets resulting in limited capacity and diminished fuel efficiency. However, a long-overdue shift toward a volume-optimized blended wing body (BWB) design is enabling freight aircrafts to carry 40-50% more in cargo capacity per trip while also reducing greenh…

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259. BRIEFS: How to Scale EV Charging at Gas Stations 26:06

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As EV charging infrastructure grows and evolves, so too does the role of gas stations, convenience stores, and auto repair shops — all of which are key players in a thriving mobility ecosystem. . Enter Vontier, a global industrial technology company transforming fueling and charging infrastructure, convenience store technology and fleet management.…

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Episode 03: Connecting the Dots: How Sean Grant is Transforming Data and AI at SAE International 42:13

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In this episode of the SaleSage Podcast, host Brooks Canavesi sits down with Sean Grant, Director of Data Products at SAE International and a USMC Iraq veteran, to explore the transformative power of AI and knowledge graphs. Sean shares how his Marine Corps background influenced his leadership and problem-solving approach, the evolution of data str…

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258. Scaling Connected Vehicles with Over-The-Air Updates 42:31

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As the automotive world shifts toward fully software-defined vehicles (SDVs), many OEMs are hesitant to embrace a consumer-driven model for over-the-air (OTA) updates. Enter Sibros, a company offering holistic OTA software that enables automakers to achieve scalable, software-defined mobility. . By providing AI-powered insights that deliver continu…

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257. The Future of Hydrogen Fuel: A Distribution Revolution 35:26

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Jules Verne was ahead of his time—and so is a company inspired by his name that recognizes hydrogen's immense potential as a clean energy solution. . Verne develops and commercializes a novel technology to store and distribute hydrogen in its densest form, cryo-compressed. This approach maximizes hydrogen density, addressing the limitations of comp…

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256. UNPLUGGED: Entering The Golden Age of Autonomy 8:12

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Could the next 18 months mark the beginning of a golden age in autonomy? . In this Unplugged episode of SAE Tomorrow Today, host Grayson Brulte discusses the incoming presidential administration’s plans to establish a national framework that could enable autonomy to scale across all 50 states. . Key topics include the future of autonomous trucking,…

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255. BRIEFS: The Future of Solid-State Batteries 11:37

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Most EV batteries are heavy and provide limited range. But Factorial Energy is developing breakthrough solid-state solutions that offer longer range per charge and increased safety. . With higher energy density—390 watt-hours per kilogram to be exact—Factorial’s solid-state batteries allow for less weight and extended EV range. And the company’s pa…

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254. Assessing the Global Automotive Landscape 52:56

7M ago52:56

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When it comes to the expansion of AVs and EVs, the global automotive landscape is awash in shifting trends, strategic partnerships, and geopolitical implications. . For some perspective, we sat down with Michael Wayland, Detroit-based auto reporter for CNBC, for a wide-ranging conversation on the latest happenings affecting the global automotive in…

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Episode 02 Trailer: Leveraging both big and small data to truly understand customer behavior with Kate Minogue 0:34

7M ago0:34

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By Brooks Canavesi

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Episode 02: Leveraging both big and small data to truly understand customer behavior with Kate Minogue 1:17:55

7M ago1:17:55

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In this episode of the SaleSage Podcast, host Brooks Canavesi sits down with AI and data science expert Kate Minogue. With a background in data-driven roles at companies like Meta and the Bank of Ireland, Kate shares her insights on how AI is revolutionizing sales and marketing, why understanding customer behavior is more crucial than ever, and the…

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253. Building a Better EV Battery Supply Chain 40:19

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The global manufacturing landscape for EV battery technology is complex, to say the least. But one company is using its decades-long experience to simplify the battery supply chain for cell manufacturers and their OEM and Tier 1 customers. . YUNEV helps companies navigate battery manufacturing and e-mobility challenges with strategic advisory servi…

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Episode 01: "Minds on Fire: In the Golden Age of Sales Right Now" with Shannon Gregg, PhD 43:28

7M ago43:28

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of the SaleSage Podcast! In this episode, host Brooks Canavesi sits down with Dr. Shannon Gregg, a renowned expert in sales technology and CRM adoption, to explore how AI and automation are reshaping the sales landscape. Shannon shares her journey from an unconventional start in English literature to becoming an inf…

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Trailer EPISODE 01 "Minds on Fire: In the Golden Age of Sales Right Now" with guest Shannon Gregg 0:38

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Trailer EPISODE 01 - "Minds on Fire: In the Golden Age of Sales Right Now" with special guest Shannon Gregg, PhD Host: Brooks Canavesi, CXO Problem Solutions Guest: Shannon Gregg, PhD, President, Cloud Adoption Solutions, Renowned speaker and author on sales leadership and enablement Join us as we explore the "Golden Age of Sales" and discover how …

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252. BRIEFS: Powering EVs Outside of the Grid 24:54

7M ago24:54

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What if you could power your EV using a streetlight? Or access off-the-grid power units for emergency situations? Beam Global is accomplishing this and much more by building resilience into sustainable energy infrastructure. . With innovative products that operate independently of the electrical grid, Beam delivers rapid, infrastructure-free, renew…

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251. UNPLUGGED: Tesla's Cybercab: The Future of Personal Autonomy? 7:56

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In 2011, famed venture capitalist Marc Andreessen wrote his magnus opus, “Why software is eating the world.” Now it’s reshaping the future of AVs. . In this Unplugged episode of SAE Tomorrow Today, host Grayson Brulte discusses how software has fundamentally transformed various industries with a focus on Tesla’s recently unveiled Cybercab, and how …

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250. Scaling Wireless EV Charging with SAE J2954 39:46

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How close is the EV industry to commercializing wireless charging? . The answer lies in the SAE J2954 standard which establishes an industry-wide specification that defines the acceptable criteria for interoperability, electromagnetic compatibility, EMF, minimum performance, safety, and testing for wireless power transfer (WPT) of light-duty plug-i…

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249. BRIEFS: The Rise of Electrified Two-Wheelers 24:07

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EVs don’t always have four wheels. Enter the rise of smart electric two-wheel vehicles, including e-scooters and e-bikes, both of which are growing mobility options in cities across the U.S. and globally. . To learn more about this rising trend, Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, sat down with Joseph Constan…

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248. Taking Fleet Electrification to the Next Level 46:14

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How can companies electrify their fleets without the high costs and challenges of owning EV infrastructure? One company has the answer. . Founded in 2017, Zeem Solutions is the leading provider of contract-based EV charging and fleet management services, serving more than 15,000 qualified fleets. With charging, parking, leasing, and co-locating sol…

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247. UNPLUGGED: Are Automakers Making the Most of AI? 8:16

8M ago8:16

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Can a car anticipate our desires before we even enter it? It can, however, the majority of global OEMs do not fundamentally understand how to harness AI-powered software. . Hear from Grayson Brulte, Host of SAE Tomorrow Today, on how we are missing out on a magical user experience—and why it’s time for automakers to up their game. . Have your own t…

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246. Refining SAE J3400 for Standardized EV Charging 39:27

8M ago39:27

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As most EV enthusiasts know, the Tesla-developed North American Charging System (NACS) is being standardized as SAE J3400 — unlocking the ability for any EV supplier or manufacturer to use, manufacture, or deploy the J3400 connector on EVs and at charging stations across North America. . Recently, the SAE J3400 NACS Task Force voted to establish th…

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245. BRIEFS: How "Talking" Cyber Tires Make Driving Safer 15:32

9M ago15:32

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What if your tires could talk? And your car would listen? . Pirelli's new Cyber™ Tyres use Bluetooth-connected sensors to communicate directly with the car, using data to make adjustments in real time. This information – including temperature and pressure – is vital when it comes to increasing safety. . To learn more, Roberto Baldwin, Sustainabilit…

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244. BRIEFS: Why AC Charging Deserves More Attention 25:07

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When it comes to EV charging infrastructure, much of the focus centers on DC fast charging. However, AC charging may be just as important to EV adoption due to its lower cost and simplicity. . To learn more, Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, sat down with Sam Abuelsamid, Principal Research Analyst at Guideh…

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243. BRIEFS: Protecting EV Battery Packs From Water 18:10

9M ago18:10

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Can you drive your EV in the rain? Thanks to SAE Standard J3277 you can. . To learn more about the liquid leak tightness evaluation methodology, Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, sat down with Hemi Sagi, SAE Standard J3277 Sponsor, to discuss how manufacturers are protecting the EV battery pack from water. …

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242. What is the Future of the Car? 39:21

10M ago39:21

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From autonomy to software to customization, the future of the car is multifaceted. . As one of the world’s largest suppliers in the automotive space, Magna International uniquely understands this. The company’s capabilities span the entire vehicle – from design to manufacturing to technology – thus optimizing vehicle performance and shaping the fut…

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241. Balancing Fleet Sustainability with Competitiveness 47:38

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As trucking fleets strive to minimize their environmental impact, it’s important to balance sustainability with competitiveness. . From adhering to new government guidelines to considering alternative fuel sources like battery, electric, and hydrogen, Covenant Logistics carefully factors in evolving requirements for more sustainable solutions, whil…

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240. Making the Most of the Curb 36:16

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While the curb is an often overlooked piece of infrastructure, it is vital to the mobility ecosystem with impacts to parking, delivery, rideshare, and much more. Better curb management is a path towards improving accessibility, optimizing digital infrastructure, scaling autonomy, and opening up municipal revenue streams. . To learn more, we sat dow…