Automotive News Daily Drive
Daily Drive is a daily podcast series hosted by Automotive News Executive Editor Jamie Butters and Kellen Walker. We speak with industry experts, insiders and Automotive News reporters about events and trends impacting and reshaping the automotive industry.Automotive News is the leading source of news, data and understanding for the auto industry's decision-makers. Learn more at autonews.com.
Latest episodes
Oct 22, 2024 • 18min
Oct. 22, 2024 | Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson interview; GM raises guidance on good earnings
Oct. 22, 2024 | Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson interview; GM raises guidance on good earnings by Automotive News
Oct 21, 2024 • 20min
Oct. 21, 2024 | Stellantis begins layoffs in Michigan; election’s impact on innovation
Oct. 21, 2024 | Stellantis begins layoffs in Michigan; election’s impact on innovation by Automotive News
Oct 19, 2024 • 20min
Oct. 19, 2024 | Weekend Drive: How AI is reshaping the auto industry
Oct. 19, 2024 | Weekend Drive: How AI is reshaping the auto industry by Automotive News
Oct 18, 2024 • 15min
Oct. 18, 2024 | EV market share pushes up; Beaman Toyota’s Caleb Dunbar
Oct. 18, 2024 | EV market share pushes up; Beaman Toyota’s Caleb Dunbar by Automotive News
Oct 17, 2024 • 21min
Oct. 17, 2024 | Nissan plans late entry into hybrids; supporting EV investments in Alabama
Nissan plans to deliver a pair of electrified Rogue crossovers in the next two-and-a-half years. A General Motors wheel supplier files for bankruptcy. Plus, Brooks Kracke of North Alabama Industrial Development Association and Kevin Taylor of the Alabama Department of Commerce join the show to talk about efforts to develop the state and its workforce to support electric vehicle investments.
Oct 16, 2024 • 17min
Oct. 16, 2024 | Tesla’s Cybercab plans won’t work under U.S. rules; EVAdoption’s Loren McDonald
Experts say U.S. and state rules do not allow for mass deployment of Tesla’s robotaxis. GM's latest effort to make vehicle development virtual. Plus, EVAdoption’s Loren McDonald gives an update on the status of federally funded charging infrastructure projects.
Oct 15, 2024 • 20min
Oct. 15, 2024 | VW’s Pablo Di Si on ID Buzz rollout; Stellantis ends work-from-home push
Volkswagen Group of America CEO Pablo Di Si talks about the launch of the automaker’s critical ID Buzz electric SUV and more. Stellantis employees are heading back to the office at least three days a week. Plus, a supplier for GM and Mercedes wins a big grant for microchip production.
Oct 14, 2024 • 16min
Oct. 14, 2024 | Sion Power CEO Pam Fletcher; dealerships reopen after Milton
Oct. 14, 2024 | Sion Power CEO Pam Fletcher; dealerships reopen after Milton by Automotive News
Oct 12, 2024 • 18min
Oct. 12, 2024 | Weekend Drive: A week of shake-ups at Stellantis; Best Dealerships To Work For
Automotive News Executive Editor and Daily Drive Executive Producer Jake Neher talk about Stellantis’ big executive moves, Tesla’s Cybercab reveal and more. Plus, Retail Editor Melissa Burden joins the show to recap this week’s Automotive News Best Dealerships To Work For awards in Nashville.
Oct 11, 2024 • 19min
Oct. 11, 2024 | Stellantis N.A. top bosses out; collision repair customer service
The top North America bosses at Stellantis are out and CEO Carlos Tavares will retire in 2026. Tesla finally shows the world its robotaxi. Plus, CCC Intelligent Solutions’ Mare Yu talks about the firm’s recent study that looked at how collision centers can best serve their customers.
