In this episode, Harry interviews Daniel and Andres Munoz, co-founders of Tower Mobility. They discuss their extensive backgrounds in global strategy, operations, and last-mile logistics, as well as how they launched Tower Mobility during the pandemic with a focus on wheelchair accessible vehicles. The conversation delves into Tower Mobility's operational model, including its fleet of over 600 vehicles, primarily electric, and workforce of 2,000 W2 employees. Key topics include their partnerships with Uber and Waymo, the advantages and challenges of managing a large EV fleet, and how they are preparing for an autonomous vehicle future. The episode wraps up with insights on safety training, driver coaching, and the potential for human-powered services in the evolving mobility market.
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- 0:00 Who are the founders of Tower Mobility and how did the company begin?
- 02:59 How did Tower Mobility get started during the pandemic?
- 04:13 What is the W2 driver model and how does it work?
- 06:43 What types of drivers does Tower Mobility recruit and how do they find them?
- 13:27 How does Tower Mobility partner with Uber?
- 20:00 What safety and insurance measures are in place?
- 21:38 Why is adhering to speed limits so important?
- 22:16 How does the hourly pay model compare to being an independent contractor?
- 23:16 What are the main challenges of managing a fleet?
- 26:28 How are electric vehicles being used in fleet operations?
- 28:41 What cost benefits come with electric vehicles?
- 32:18 What does the charging infrastructure for EV fleets look like?
- 34:07 How might autonomous vehicles shape the future of fleet management?
- 39:20 What are the final thoughts and takeaways from the discussion?
- Daniel’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-munoz-gmvp/
- Andres’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andres-munoz-0278926/
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