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Autology trailer

Welcome to AutoTechInsight's brand new dedicated podcast series! From AVs to V2X, join our experts and industry leaders in Autology - a freely accessible weekly podcast that discusses the latest news and megatrends in the world of automotive technology. Listen in on the Autology Trailer to hea...

29-Apr-2021 Podcast New Products Pinned

Additive manufacturing maturity in automotive

In this week’s episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss additive manufacturing or 3D printing in the automotive industry. We sit down with Skuld LLC to discuss additive manufacturing’s place in the automotive sector and what needs to happen for more mainstream acceptance in high-volume...

29-Jun-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

EVS35: Checking the industry pulse in the EV heartland

On this weeks Autology podcast, we discuss all the hot topics trending at last weeks EVS35 event held in Oslo, Norway. Graham Evans dives into exactly what the EVS35 event is, what it signifies and aims to achieve as well as some of the key take away points from his visit to the city that has taken ...

24-Jun-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

Displays arms race, where will it lead?

In this week’s episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss the growing number of displays in vehicles and the ramifications. With more displays, larger display sizes and higher resolutions comes a need for stronger processing power. We look at how this evolution impacts technology but also wha...

15-Jun-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

Chip crisis – The never-ending story?

In this week’s episode of Autology, experts from S&P Global Mobility discuss the current state of the ongoing semiconductor shortage that has roiled the automotive industry for more than two years now. We will talk about the impact of the recent announcements around fab expansions from vari...

09-Jun-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

Wait, so where will I charge my EV?

In this week’s episode of Autology, experts from S&P Global Mobility and Parkopedia discuss the current landscape of the EV charging infrastructure and how this is expected to change over the next few years. We will talk about the importance of accurate parking information and challenges th...

01-Jun-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

Consumer sentiments toward in-vehicle displays and other HMI features

In this week’s episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss consumer sentiments toward vehicle displays and other human machine interface (HMI) features. We discuss some of the key preferences for display sizes and configurations along with other technology like head-up displays (HUD) ...

25-May-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

Who wants an NFT Alfa?

In this week’s episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss Alfa Romeo’s new plug-in hybrid SUV, Tonale, which comes with a non-fungible token (NFT). We get an understanding of what NFTs are and ultimately what they have to do with the automotive industry. With other players in the ...

18-May-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

What do American millennials want in a car?

In this week’s episode of Autology, S&P Global Mobility experts discuss what American millennials want in their vehicles. As the largest generational group in the US, we take a look at what makes millennials an important consumer segment, as well as what features and technology are of most int...

12-May-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

How automakers make money even after the car leaves the lot

In this week’s episode of Autology, S&P Global Mobility experts discuss the topic of how automakers generate revenue from their aftersales activities. Our experts from the aftermarket and connected car teams discuss on-going innovative strategies, including e-retailing of parts, decentraliz...

04-May-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

Tesla Cyber Rodeo event, new 4680 battery cells

In this week’s episode of Autology, S&P Global Mobility experts discuss Tesla’s Cyber Rodeo event celebrating the official launch of the Giga Texas factory. Attendees were invited to view the Cybertruck, tour the facility, and hear some of the latest news on Tesla’s battery production. ...

27-Apr-2022 Podcast Corporate developments

NYIAS 2022 review

In this week’s episode of Autology, S&P Global Mobility experts discuss key takeaways and noteworthy sightings from the New York International Auto Show. NYIAS is back after a two-year pause and we will cover topics such as the dominance of EVs and why there is an increasing emphasis on experi...

21-Apr-2022 Podcast New Products

Part 2: Pledges vs Practicality - Are governments keeping their EV promises?

In this week’s episode of Autology, S&P Global Mobility experts discuss what governments are doing to keep their EV promises. This includes a look at where the EV industry currently stands in key automotive markets globally and how these markets will evolve in the coming years. The regulato...

13-Apr-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

Part 1: Pledges vs Practicality - Are governments keeping their EV promises?

In this week’s episode of Autology, S&P Global Mobility experts discuss what governments are doing to keep their EV promises. This includes a look at where the EV industry currently stands in key automotive markets globally and how these markets will evolve in the coming years. The regulato...

06-Apr-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

A fuel’s errand - Will hydrogen vehicles ever be mass market?

In this week’s episode of Autology, S&P Global Mobility experts discuss the topic of hydrogen internal combustion and fuel cell vehicles. With inputs from the light passenger vehicle team as well as the medium heavy commercial team, we dive into topics including the supply chain of hydrogen ve...

30-Mar-2022 Podcast Corporate developments

Enormous downside risk to automotive as the war in Ukraine continues

This week’s episode dives into the impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on the automotive industry. As the war continues to rage on, vehicle production, demand, and the global supply chain supporting this sector are experiencing major disruption. We discuss the revised outlook for vehicle p...

23-Mar-2022 Podcast War In Ukraine

Lighting ahead staging the future vehicle design

In this week’s episode of Autology, S&P Global Mobility experts discuss with Todd Morgan, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer at Lumax Industries, how vehicle lighting is influencing the automotive design in the coming years. With new lighting and design concepts, the overall vehicle st...

16-Mar-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

National targets but local needs: How to establish what EV charging infrastructure is really needed

In this week’s episode of Autology, S&P Global Mobility experts discuss what’s needed to establish the right EV charging infrastructure - globally, nationally, and locally. This includes how the charging infrastructure deployment is progressing relative to EV market adoption and which maj...

09-Mar-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

Materials as a Service

In this week’s episode of Autology, S&P Global Mobility experts talk about partnering with material suppliers to create a supply chain for new materials, which are needed for features and vehicle construction. The functions and capabilities of vehicles are rapidly changing with megatrends, ...

02-Mar-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

Getting in the zone – The future of EE architecture

In this week’s episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss how E/E architecture is set to develop over the coming years. This includes when and what new architectures may come into play and the challenges of transitioning from domain to zonal. Does software play a role? And finally, what...

23-Feb-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

Keep on truckin' - Generation EV

Pickup trucks are still the highest-selling vehicle segment in the United States. As EV pickup trucks make their way onto automotive assembly lines, it is clear that this new segment of vehicles will have a significant impact on the North American auto industry. In this week’s episode of Autolo...

16-Feb-2022 Podcast Corporate developments

Moving in the right direction – the next generation of Sat Nav

In this week’s episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss navigation technology and the next generation of satellite navigation. We sit down with HERE Technologies to discuss the major trends related to location and how the future looks for embedded vs brought-in navigation. What is the ro...

09-Feb-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

Steeling ourselves for supply chain shortages: Is electrical steel next?

The auto industry discussion of constraints around electric vehicle uptake often centers on the battery and its constituent raw materials. Meanwhile, the broader semiconductor shortage continues to have a damaging impact on vehicle production output of almost all manufacturers. Yet another, lesse...

02-Feb-2022 Podcast New Products

An electric chemistry - NCM, LFP and the future of battery cathodes

In this week’s episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss battery technology and the battery market. With a basic understanding of how NCM (nickel, manganese, cobalt) and LFP (lithium, iron phosphate) batteries work we dive deeper into the importance and implications of different cathode m...

28-Jan-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

Acquisition of Wind River – an apt step for Aptiv?

In this week’s episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss the acquisition of the software company Wind River by Aptiv. We will be delving into the details of the deal, why this acquisition took place, and what this means for the automotive software market. Tune in to find out the answer...

20-Jan-2022 Podcast Acquisition, divestment & Spinoff

CES 2022 - Final Recap

Autology brings the final, all-encompassing recap of the biggest automotive news from the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Two years removed from the last physical CES, we’ve covered all of the big announcements around the future of Mobility, what’s next in the tumultuous ...

17-Jan-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

CES 2022 - Day 3

Autology brings daily recaps of the biggest automotive news from the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada throughout the week. Two years removed from the last physical CES, we’ll cover all of the big announcements around the future of Mobility, what’s next in the tumultuous wor...

07-Jan-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

CES 2022 - Day 2

Autology brings daily recaps of the biggest automotive news from the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada throughout the week. Two years removed from the last physical CES, we’ll cover all of the big announcements around the future of Mobility, what’s next in the tumultuous wor...

06-Jan-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

CES 2022 - Day 1

Autology will bring daily recaps of the biggest automotive news from the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada throughout the week. Two years removed from the last physical CES, we’ll cover all of the big announcements around the future of Mobility, what’s next in the tumultuous...

05-Jan-2022 Podcast Technology Trends

Swap shop: Our test of EV battery swapping technology

In this week’s episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss the world of Battery swapping and how it impacts the electric vehicle market. With discussions around the pro’s and con’s of battery swapping when compared to vehicle charging, as well as a report of a firsthand experience ...

23-Dec-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

Cashing in the chips from coast to coast - Nvidia vs Qualcomm

Following Nvidia holding its GPU Technology Conference (GTC) in California and Qualcomm’s analyst day in New York in November, this week’s podcast will explore some of the most interesting news that transpired from those respective events. Bey...

16-Dec-2021 Podcast Corporate developments

A cunning Fox(conn)

In this week’s episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss how Foxconn is building its automotive business with a strong focus on vertical integration in the EV manufacturing space. Taiwan-based Foxconn is promoting a new electric vehicle (EV) business model that has the potential to drive ...

10-Dec-2021 Podcast Corporate developments

Charging ahead - Emerging tech for chargeable cars

In this week’s episode of Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss how charging infrastructure is set to develop over the coming years. This includes whether there are sufficient charging points to support electric and plug-in vehicles worldwide, and–importantly–can power grids handle the deman...

03-Dec-2021 Podcast Policy & Regulation

Will consumers be over the moon about over-the-air updates?

In this week’s episode of Autology, we discuss over-the-air (OTA) updates and what they actually mean for the consumer with our special guest Omkar Panse, vice-president at KPIT Technologies. This includes passenger-facing benefits such as improved maps and infotainment, as well as more practic...

25-Nov-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

Red, white and green – Biden’s American EV dream

Following this week’s passing of the United States USD1 trillion infrastructure bill, EV charging is set to benefit from around USD7.5 billion investment. IHS Markit analysts break down exactly how many chargers, and what types of chargers, this could translate into. Importantly, they also answ...

18-Nov-2021 Podcast Policy & Regulation

Chip on their shoulder - The cars suffering from the chip shortage

With the current chip shortage in headlines, we continue our coverage and analysis of the impacts on the automotive industry in this week’s episode of Autology. Our experts discuss how pervasive the shortage is and what countermeasures automakers are putting in place in order to minimize its im...

17-Nov-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

From seats to software - Defining the premium vehicle

As carbuyers’ wants and needs shift to focus on software features over traditional hardware, IHS Markit experts explain how OEMs and suppliers alike are changing their business models to accommodate these new expectations. However, the evolution of the ‘software-defined vehicle’ does not ne...

10-Nov-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

London calling - Will low-emission zones be coming to your town too?

The City of London recently expanded its Ultra-Low Emission Zone on October 25, forcing those with non-compliant high-emissions vehicles to pay a daily fee of £12.50 to drive in the area. This is in addition to the daily Congestion Charge fee. IHS Markit experts explain what vehicles are subject...

05-Nov-2021 Podcast Policy & Regulation

An Ultra upgrade – How does GM’s new Ultra Cruise stack up?

General Motors recently released its new hands-free driving system, Ultra Cruise – an upgrade from its Super Cruise predecessor. IHS Markit experts discuss its ADAS capabilities and how it compares to its rivals, most notably Tesla’s automated ‘full self-driving’ technology, as well...

02-Nov-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

A byte of the Apple (Car) - Is Project Titan set to rule the autos world?

While Apple is yet to confirm or deny exploring vehicle development under the codename Project Titan, also referred as Chromium, a vast array of automotive stakeholders and commentators have been inquisitive of what may materialize from the so-called ‘Apple Car’. Due to the secrecy around its...

27-Oct-2021 Podcast Corporate developments

Staying cool - How much driving range will the A/C drain on my EV?

It’s no secret that we expect certain freedoms from our automobiles. The ability to drive long distances and complete journeys in comfort, regardless of the weather outside, is a key prerequisite. We know that the climate control systems of battery electric vehicles do indeed affect the driving...

22-Oct-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

The sound of music – The best and upcoming in-vehicle audio tech

Does branded audio necessarily mean premium audio? This week on Autology, IHS Markit experts discuss what defines a good sound system and how the trend of branded audio from the likes of Beats and Bose is set to grow as car buyers look more towards an ‘improved’ in-vehicle experience. The ...

14-Oct-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

Qualcomm has 'Arrivered' - The potential of the Veoneer takeover

This week, Qualcomm and investment firm SSW Partners acquired ADAS (advanced driver-assistance systems)-focused supplier Veoneer for USD4.5 billion. The move terminated Magna’s prior takeover agreement with the company. The deal also saw the sale of Veoneer’s Arriver autonomy software busines...

08-Oct-2021 Podcast Acquisition, divestment & Spinoff

Chain reaction – Is e-mobility threatening auto suppliers?

This week’s episode explores how the move towards a greener society is negatively impacting the automotive industry – in particular, for the companies who manufacture and supply car parts. As the European Commission rolls out its Green Deal – a plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 55%...

30-Sep-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

What is an e-axle and why is it so crucial for EVs?

Tune into this week’s Autology podcast to find out how electric vehicles (EVs) are powered and how their underpinnings will develop in the years to come. IHS Markit’s e-mobility director Graham Evans teams up with American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM)’s head of electrification business To...

16-Sep-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

IAA Mobility 2021 round-up

Welcome back from the summer break! We’re back with a bang with a round-up of the technology highlights from IAA Mobility 2021 (September 7-12) in Munich, Germany. Despite a backdrop of climate activist protests outside the show, there was a heavy focus on environmentally friendly ...

10-Sep-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

The battery market - On a cellular level

Following a series of developments in the battery industry in recent weeks, IHS Markit deep dives into the impact and significance they are expected to have. These include Nissan and Envision AESC’s plan to build the UK’s first gigafactory adjacent to the OEM’s Sunderland pla...

05-Aug-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

In case you missed it – The best bits so far

This week we are giving you an opportunity to catch up on the key soundbites pulled from every Autology episode so far. From Formula E to R&D, tune in to recap the latest automotive technology news and megatrends. We’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode at our autology@ihsmarkit....

29-Jul-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

Money on the move - R&D budgets of the future

Automotive research and development (R&D) is at a pivotal moment as we enter a new age of vehicles, with electrification, autonomy and connectivity all driving technological advancements. With this in mind, how are industry stakeholders shifting their R&D budgets? IHS Markit’s Research ...

21-Jul-2021 Podcast Investments

How long does it actually take for an EV to charge?

As EVs sales continue to grow, the question remains if global charging infrastructure and technology is adequate for consumers. For those who may be still wary of purchasing fully electric vehicles over traditionally fueled cars, a key factor to consider is how long will EVs take to charge? Will ...

14-Jul-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

The blueprint - How 3D printing will be used in cars

As OEMs increasingly explore three-dimensional printing for vehicle components, IHS Markit experts ask whether or not the technology is likely to go mainstream. The technology is particularly on a growth trend as a result of the move towards electrified vehicles, as the weight from batteries need...

07-Jul-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

Robot wars - Why Android is beating the competition

With connectivity playing a pivotal role in new car experiences, IHS Markit looks at the major player set to dominate the infotainment market—Android. Google has a full suite of offerings under its automotive ecosystem with Android Automotive OS supporting Google Automotive Services (GAS), Gene...

30-Jun-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

Chips ahoy! Making up the chip shortfall

This year has seen the automotive industry come to a halt—with various OEMs pausing their vehicle production all over the world—due to a small but vital missing piece: chips. While the shortage may seemingly be backfilled for now, IHS Markit experts reveal why this supply-demand issue is yet ...

23-Jun-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

5G on wheels - Revolution or evolution?

In this week’s episode of Autology, we discuss 5G’s impact on the IoT ecosystem and specifically on the automotive industry, including the transition away from 4G LTE, the first applications to deploy it, and the implications that will result. Infrastructure investments are bearing fruit by w...

16-Jun-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

"Hey Siri, ask Alexa to turn on my fog lights"

As smart voice systems transform our interactions in the car just as rapidly as they are in the home, we dive into the world of virtual personal assistants (VPAs) in this week’s episode of Autology. Our experts discuss how simple voice commands such as: “Navigate me to the shopping cente...

09-Jun-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

Why driverless cars will never roam Roman roads

In this week’s episode of Autology, we discuss how and when autonomous vehicles will penetrate markets, understanding things such as technical, regional and consumer acceptance challenges. Vehicle-to-everything (V2X) has gained momentum over the years and OEMs are keen to upgrade cars with more...

02-Jun-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

Formula E - Fast tracking the car tech of tomorrow

In the debut episode of the new Autology podcasts, we discuss how Formula E is driving technology for EVs on the road, including how OEMs-come-race-teams like Nissan and Jaguar Land Rover are applying their learnings in energy regeneration systems to their production vehicles. The sport has come ...

21-May-2021 Podcast Technology Trends

Autology trailer

Welcome to AutoTechInsight's brand new dedicated podcast series! From AVs to V2X, join our experts and industry leaders in Autology - a freely accessible weekly podcast that discusses the latest news and megatrends in the world of automotive technology. Listen in on the Autology Trailer to hea...

29-Apr-2021 Podcast New Products

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