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Visual assets are one of the most important deliverables as OEMs prepare to launch their latest models. As the saying goes, we only get one chance to make a good first impression—these words are especially true during those critical moments when the curtain is lifted, and the world sees that shiny new vehicle for the first time.     Whether on stage during the reveal, for the press release, the retail website, or to share on social media, the photos and videos associated with a particular vehicle go a long way in selling it to the public. However, producing and organizing these visual assets is a remarkable challenge.        Faruk Heplevent, founder of The Scope, joins Carl Anthony for this episode of AutoVision News Radio. The Scope is an innovative company that uses computer-generated imagery to create visual assets for vehicle launches and advertisements. Faruk recalls his early years in the 1990s as an automotive photographer, how CGI reduces the complexity of an extensive campaign like a product launch, and why The Scope team built an entire CGI city for its clients.    More Resources: The Scope Studio: https://tinyurl.com/4ht4um9s  CGI animation explained: definition, history, and examples via Adobe: https://tinyurl.com/y33ezb9h  Follow AutoVision News Radio on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b

Mechanic Ghislain Mahy (1907-1999) would see his dream of a living history museum realized when the Autoworld opened its doors on July 1st, 1986, in Brussels, Belgium. Alongside sons Hans and Ivan, Ghislain would restore about 1,000 vehicles throughout his life, 200 of which were incorporated into the Autoworld on its opening day. In this special episode of AutoVision News Radio, Carl Anthony takes us on an audio tour of this extraordinary museum. Carl recounts Mahy's journey and Autoworld's devotion to those who aim their creative pursuits and technical passions toward all things motorized.   Cars featured on this tour of the Autoworld: 1904 Oldsmobile Model 6 1911 Opel 1948 Bentley MK VI Saloon Vanden Plas 1963 Alpine M63 1966 Porsche 912 1969 Volvo 121 "Amazon" 1988 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1990 Honda NSX 2020 Bugatti Centodieci 2021 Bugatti La Voiture Noire 2020 Bugatti Divo More Resources: Autoworld Brussels: https://tinyurl.com/4u3kyvcn  Beautiful 75th Anniversary Book Chronicles Porsche's Original Sports Car: https://tinyurl.com/yckfveru  Rare Bugatti Supercars, The Wild Italdesign Aztec & Other Amazing Historical Cars: A Grand Tour of the Autoworld Museum via the Automoblog YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/5n82v7yd  Follow AutoVision News Radio on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b

In late October 2024, the Automotive Women's Alliance Foundation (AWAF) held its annual Step Into Power event. Attendees met the latest AWAF scholarship recipients and heard a Q&A presentation from Aruna Anand, President and Chief Executive Officer for Continental Automotive North America. During the event, Marley Devergilio, Membership Board Chair for AWAF, spoke with Carl Anthony about the role of organizations like AWAF in the automotive industry. Marley shares why it's important to "bridge the gap" and encourages younger women to consider three key variables to determine if automotive is the right career for them. Meanwhile, Carl recalls some of the most impactful lessons and insights from Aruna Anand's Q&A presentation. More Resources:  Automotive Women's Alliance Foundation: https://awafoundation.org/  Kimberley Cole, Risky Women Radio host, interviews Dr. Juliet Bourke: https://tinyurl.com/33nxrr5k  The Diversity and Inclusion Revolution: Eight Powerful Truths—Deloitte Review, Issue 22: https://tinyurl.com/3dnefwap  Leave No Woman Behind ft. Kim Ziomek of AWAF Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/45hr6xy8  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y98yt6uf  Follow AutoVision News Radio on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b 

Reuters Automotive USA 2024 united over 100 expert speakers and 700 senior and executive-level attendees at the Huntington Place in downtown Detroit. In addition to the collaborative roundtables, a breaking news day with fireside chats, and over a dozen hours of networking time, AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony made his home on the Blue Stage, which focused on software-defined vehicles. After moderating five panels and helping to host the Blue Stage as an MC, Carl recaps some actionable insights in this episode of AutoVision News Radio. Topics include generative AI, cybersecurity, vehicle architectures, and the in-cabin experience. "I hope this summary of the panels and talks on the Blue Stage during Reuters Automotive USA 2024 will prove useful to those working in the industry," Anthony said. "The Reuters Events team has organized yet another world-class conference that expanded on the topics in automotive that impact our careers." More Resources: The Future of Automotive is Now—Reuters Automotive Europe 2025: https://tinyurl.com/22ussh3y  Revolutionize Automotive: Electrify, Automate, Innovate—Reuters Automotive USA 2025: https://tinyurl.com/yh3seear  Michigan Public Service Commission: https://www.michigan.gov/mpsc  The Software-Defined Future of Automotive ft. Volvo Group, Ford of Europe, and AutoVision News Radio via Reuters Events: Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/4z26vvfj  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/w5yvjkxv Follow AutoVision News Radio on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b 

Immersive infotainment and navigation systems, robust powertrains and propulsion technologies, and autonomous vehicles are pushing the envelope regarding current bandwidth and data capacities. When we consider the "vehicle of tomorrow," what is the solution for the automotive industry when such data capacities reach their threshold?   John Simon, Product and Applications Manager at Intrepid Control Systems, joins us for this episode of AutoVision News Radio. He provides insight into how automotive Ethernet is evolving and why participation in organizations like IEEE and the OPEN Alliance are pathways to success. As a co-author of Automotive Ethernet—The Definitive Guide, John shares more about his contributions to this helpful resource for industry professionals.     2024 IEEE Ethernet & IP Automotive Technology Day: https://tinyurl.com/5ay94e53 OPEN Alliance: https://opensig.org/ Automotive Ethernet—The Definitive Guide, 2nd Edition: https://amzn.to/4dBp09D Automotive Ethernet in One Hour: https://tinyurl.com/5f7vpkwp Understanding Media Access Control Security (MACsec) via Juniper Networks: https://tinyurl.com/466mf8rk  Definitions, Challenges & Considerations of SDVs ft. Intrepid Control Systems, Dataspeed, Keysight Technologies, and AutoVision News Radio: Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2dcekyea  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/mr2vptvr  Follow AutoVision News Radio on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b 

In September 2024, AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony attended a Tech Day hosted by Magna International in Troy, Michigan. During the outing, Magna innovations like ClearView and EtelligentCommand showed why creativity is one of the essential brushstrokes when painting the picture of the "future of mobility."    Tom Rucker, President of Magna's Power & Vision and Complete Vehicles groups, joins Carl to discuss how the global supplier strategically and creatively positions its product lineup to enable some of the automotive industry's most ambitious goals, from safety to sustainability. Tom shares how Magna combines its global presence with its startup mindset to offer cutting-edge innovations that address key challenges for the OEMs while also providing end consumers with an efficient, fun-to-drive vehicle. Inspired by his longtime love for trucks, Carl also provides a comprehensive overview of Magna's ClearView and EtelligentCommand. Magna International Newsroom: https://tinyurl.com/ytd5rcnw Magna's New Mobility Group: https://tinyurl.com/595bdc5f Carl's Magna International Media Kit: https://tinyurl.com/4xm94j35  The Software-Defined Future of Automotive ft. Volvo Group, Ford of Europe, and AutoVision News Radio via Reuters Events: Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/4z26vvfj  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/w5yvjkxv Definitions, Challenges & Considerations of SDVs ft. Intrepid Control Systems, Dataspeed, Keysight Technologies, and AutoVision News Radio: Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2dcekyea  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/mr2vptvr  Follow AutoVision News on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b   

Since 2018, there has been $160 billion in investment dollars linked to electric vehicles in North America, based on data from the Center for Automotive Research (2024 CAR Book of Deals). For EVs to reach their full potential, consumers must have complete faith and confidence in the charging infrastructure. Like how consumers think nothing of a gas pump when they pull up, building that same level of trust with charging stations is imperative.    Elaina Farnsworth, co-founder and CEO of SkillFusion, joins Carl to discuss a significant (and perhaps overlooked) opportunity for skilled trade professionals as more EVs populate our roadways. Elaina and her team at SkillFusion are building the talent pipeline of certified electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) workers through its EVSE Diagnostic Technician (EDT) Program. This robust talent pool will ultimately ensure charging stations across the United States are operational and reliable, increasing consumer confidence in EVs.  Elaina shares more insight into the EDT program, how she and her fellow co-founder saw a unique need, and why "playing with computers" has always served her well.   More Resources:  SkillFusion’s EVSE Diagnostic Technician (EDT) Certification Program: https://tinyurl.com/52u4ct35  National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program: https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/nevi/  Uplift San Bernardino: https://upliftsb.org/  Pushing The Needle Forward ft. Alisyn Malek of SkillFusion Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y5x6dpuk  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/5d492x6b  CAR Affiliate Program: https://tinyurl.com/4c4du9dt (Book of Deals)   Follow AutoVision News on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b   

Dive into the latest in automotive innovation as industry leaders discuss the future of electrification and automated driving. Discover the staggering $160 billion investment in electric vehicles and the challenges of the supply chain. Explore the environmental impact of EVs versus traditional vehicles, plus insights on expanding charging infrastructure. Hear from students on aligning education with industry needs, and learn about groundbreaking wireless charging technologies. Get ready to engage with the future of mobility!

A recent survey reveals that nearly 80% of Gen Z loves driving, showing a strong interest in collector cars. This generation is being influenced by social media, films, and video games, connecting them to automotive culture. The conversation dives into the contrast between Gen Z's passion for classic cars and the preference for modern SUVs. It also emphasizes the importance of preserving automotive history and how younger drivers are navigating a changing landscape of car ownership.

If we had only a handful of words to define the trajectory of our lives, what words would we choose? Inspired by her parents, who immigrated to the United States, and her years as a mechanical engineer, Anne Partington, Managing Director of the Tauber Institute for Global Operations at the University of Michigan, encourages us to find those few special words that truly define us.  With extensive automotive industry experience, Anne has held leadership roles in product development, program management, and global supply chain at General Motors and Stellantis where she led a $3.5 billion mechatronics global purchasing team. She has also led an automobility technology commercialization program at the University of Michigan. Anne holds a BSE in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan and an MSES in Management of Technology from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.  Anne joins AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony to discuss the value of family and inclusion, why placing ourselves where the work is getting done matters, and why advocating for the next generation is vital.    More Resources: Tauber Institute for Global Operations at the University of Michigan: https://tauber.umich.edu/    Automotive Women's Alliance Foundation: https://awafoundation.org/  Leave No Woman Behind ft. Kim Ziomek of AWAF Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/45hr6xy8  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y98yt6uf  Follow AutoVision News on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b