Ep. 48 - Autonomous Vehicles

In this episode of the Supply Chaney podcast, Nathan Chaney interviews Raghavender Sahdev, founder and CEO of Nuport Robotics. They discuss Raghavender's journey from his early years in India to his education in computer science and robotics, leading to his entrepreneurial ventures in the autonomous vehicle industry. Raghavender shares insights on the importance of safety in autonomous trucking, the retrofit strategy for existing fleets, and the significance of sustainability in transportation. He also offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and emphasizes the need for collaboration between technology and human drivers.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Autonomous Vehicles
03:05 Raghavender's Early Years and Influences
06:01 Educational Journey and Early Career
08:43 Entrepreneurial Beginnings and Lessons Learned
12:01 Founding Nuport Robotics
14:49 Business Strategy and Customer Focus
17:42 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
21:07 Technology and Sustainability in Trucking
23:50 Powertrain Options and Environmental Considerations
27:09 The Future of Autonomous Driving
29:49 Ideal Customers and Market Dynamics
33:10 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

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