The TechMobility Podcast

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The transportation landscape is undergoing seismic shifts that will fundamentally alter how people and goods are moved across America. Autonomous trucking has quietly evolved from experimental technology to commercial reality, with companies like Aurora now operating routes of 1,000 miles or more that dramatically outperform human-driven alternatives. When a self-driving...

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The digital transformation of agriculture takes center stage as we dive into John Deere's strategic acquisition of Sentera, a company revolutionizing farming through drone-based imaging technology. This partnership promises farmers unprecedented precision in weed management and resource allocation, potentially saving thousands in herbicide costs while reducing envir...

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The autonomous vehicle revolution is happening faster than anyone predicted. Tesla recently made headlines by delivering a Model Y from its Austin factory directly to a customer's home—with no driver, no remote operator, and no human intervention whatsoever. This empty vehicle navigated 30 minutes of city traffic at speeds up to 72 mph, stopping for pedestrians and ...

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When technology evolves faster than legislation, who protects your privacy? This episode dives deep into the concerning world of automatic license plate readers operated by companies like Flock Safety, which are collecting data on your movements without consent or oversight. We expose how law enforcement agencies have been caught circumventing state laws to conduct natio...

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The automotive industry has always been a battleground where dreams and capital collide - something startup EV manufacturer Bollinger Motors discovered firsthand. Beginning with prototype models B1 and B2, Bollinger's journey from ambitious newcomer to acquisition target illustrates the fundamental truth about automotive manufacturing: you need billions, not million...

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From lunar technology to invasive surveillance, the mobility landscape is transforming in ways both promising and concerning. This episode explores three critical developments reshaping how we move—and who's watching us move.

Michelin's groundbreaking lunar rover tires represent innovation at its finest. Designed to withstand extreme temperatures from ...

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Battery technology is evolving faster than most consumers realize. GM's announcement of its new lithium manganese-rich (LMR) battery cell represents a significant shift toward more affordable, efficient electric vehicles. By replacing expensive, rare-earth materials like nickel and cobalt with more abundant manganese and utilizing a more efficient prismatic cell des...

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Behind the wheel of a commercial truck weighing up to 60 tons, distraction can turn deadly in seconds. New research reveals a shocking truth: 79% of truck drivers reported close calls due to distraction, primarily from mobile devices. At highway speeds, these massive vehicles cover a football field every few seconds—a sobering reality for everyone sharing the road.
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The mobility landscape is transforming rapidly, with innovations that make clean transportation more accessible to underserved communities. Massachusetts' new e-bike incentive program offers vouchers up to $1,200 for lower-income residents, addressing transportation deserts where public transit is limited and car ownership impossible. These electric-assisted bikes f...

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The mobility revolution is accelerating across multiple fronts, and this episode dives deep into the most exciting developments reshaping how we move.

Volkswagen has emerged as a surprising contender in the autonomous vehicle race, announcing plans to deploy thousands of self-driving ID Buzz electric minivans on Uber's platform starting in Los Angeles next ...

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A revolutionary material that could transform our built environment is emerging from laboratories into commercial production. Super Wood, developed at the University of Maryland, demonstrates strength properties that outmatch conventional steel while maintaining a dramatically lighter profile. With 50% greater tensile strength and a weight-to-strength ratio ten times bet...

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Hyundai Mobis has revolutionized EV safety with a breakthrough battery fire suppression system that doesn't just delay thermal runaway fires—it prevents them entirely. The technology utilizes real-time temperature and voltage monitoring to command fire suppressant within five minutes of ignition, stopping fires before they spread to adjacent cells. This innovation c...

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What happens when one of the world's richest men decides to challenge Tesla with a $20,000 electric vehicle that strips away every non-essential feature imaginable? We're diving deep into Slate, the Jeff Bezos-backed EV startup that's reimagining affordability with plastic body panels, hand-crank windows, and a revolutionary "bring your own device&quo...

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Revolutionary solar paint technology from Mercedes could transform how we power our vehicles. This breakthrough innovation promises to deliver enough energy annually to drive nearly 8,700 miles without plugging in—eliminating range anxiety and potentially reshaping the entire EV landscape. With current photovoltaic cells functioning at just 20% efficiency, future improve...

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California's charging revolution has quietly reshaped the electric vehicle landscape, with the Golden State now boasting an astonishing 48% more EV chargers than gas nozzles. This remarkable milestone challenges the persistent narrative about charging scarcity, though important questions remain about fast charger availability and accessibility for apartment dwellers...

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The mobility landscape is transforming before our eyes, with technological advancements creating both opportunities and challenges that demand our attention.

Commercial trucking is undergoing a significant shift as PACCAR brands Kenworth and Peterbilt introduce fully electric vocational trucks after five years of development. These aren't mere experiments—t...

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Take a thrilling journey through cutting-edge mobility innovations that are transforming how we power, live in, and learn about our world. Ken Chester dives deep into BYD's revolutionary EV charging technology that delivers 249 miles of range in just 5-10 minutes—a game-changing advancement that effectively eliminates one of the biggest barriers to electric vehicle ...

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A digital doppelgänger might be stealing cars in your name right now. The automotive industry is facing an alarming new threat as sophisticated scammers deploy deep fake technology to defraud dealerships and manufacturers. These criminals create convincingly realistic digital personas—sometimes mimicking actual customers—to orchestrate vehicle thefts worth tens of thousa...

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The automotive world continues to evolve with groundbreaking solutions to age-old problems – theft, affordability, and safety. This week, we dive deep into Ford's innovative approach to vehicle security with their new mobile app engine immobilizer for its F-150 trucks. Imagine being able to prevent your truck from starting even if thieves have your keys, all control...