NosillaCast Apple Podcast NC #1056 Thomas Mattock Interviews Perplexity, Choosing a New EV with Pat Dengler, Security Bits
Aug 2, 2025
Bart Bouchard, a cybersecurity expert from Ireland, shares insights on current security challenges and a pivotal UK court case involving Apple's iCloud. Pat Dengler discusses her journey of selecting a new electric vehicle, touching on decision factors, leasing options, and the balance between aesthetics and functionality. They delve into innovative AI tools that enhance digital interactions and privacy, while exploring the evolving landscape of electric vehicles and the critical importance of making informed tech choices.
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Pat's Tesla Delivery Anxiety
- Pat Dengler leased her Tesla Model Y and had delivery anxiety waiting six months for it.
- She was without a car for about a month between leases, adapting to alternative arrangements.
One-Pedal Driving Is Essential
- One-pedal driving was a decisive must-have feature in Pat's new EV search.
- Lack of one-pedal driving disqualified many candidates except the Kia EV6.
QFD Tool For EV Decision
- Allison Sheridan helped Pat make a QFD decision tool to weigh EV criteria.
- The tool used 1, 3, or 9 values to score importance and vehicle fulfillment per criterion.