The BMW Podcast | Changing Lanes

Like Bluetooth and WiFi, only more secure – ultra-wideband is already used in medicine and even cell phones. Now it’s the next big thing in smartphones and cars. We explain what UWB is all about, how it is used for car keys, and why drivers will benefit from this type of connection in the future. In this episode of Changing Lanes, the official podcast from BMW, you'll also learn how the technology will be used in the new BMW iX. 00:53 Ultra-wideband explained 02:35 How it works 05:17 UWB in cars / BMW Digital Key Plus 06:32 Ultra-wideband in the BMW iX And if you want to read more about ultra-wideband, go to BMW.com:  https://www.bmw.com/en/innovation/bmw-digital-key-plus-ultra-wideband.html  “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If the first thing you think of when you think of sustainability is electromobility, you're not wrong. But there's a lot more the automotive industry is working on. CO2 reduction, recycling, and using resources more efficiently are goals BMW has set for itself. But what exactly is BMW doing to become more sustainable and achieve these goals? Join us for a deeper dive into the world of sustainability in this episode of Changing Lanes, BMW's official podcast, and find out why even peanuts can contribute to change.  05:15 sustainable supply chain  07:19 green power 09:47 closed material loop  13:29 sustainable car models  14:42 peanuts in the automotive production And if you want to read more about sustainability go to BMW.com:  https://www.bmw.com/en/innovation/sustainability-at-bmw.html  “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From a huge collection of art to one very special piece: The BMW 8 Series has become a masterpiece with the help of artificial intelligence (AI). But what exactly does that mean? If you’re as curious as we were, this episode of Changing Lanes, the official podcast of BMW, is for you. We talk to creative technologist Nathan Shipley, take a look behind the scenes of his unique project, and learn how the BMW 8 Series, AI and art were used to create something completely new. 01:35 Introduction of Nathan Shipley  04:20 Concept of AI art  10:00 Message of the project 16:15 Selection process  18:00 Influence of AI  20:26 The 8 as a canvas 27:22 AI art impact in the future 33:05 Limits of AI in creativity  41:16 Future of AI artistic cars “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There is a lot of talk about it, but hardly anyone really knows how it works: torque. We get to the bottom of the term that even kids know, but many adults and even petrolheads can't explain - whether they admit it or not. How torque works, why you can't accelerate without it and what the difference is to horsepower - Nicki and Jonathan give a little crash course in the new episode of Changing Lanes, the official podcast of BMW. 03:20 calculating torque 06:58 torque and power 09:40 e-cars accelerating And if you want to read more about torque and horsepower go to BMW Classic:  TBD “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

24 hours at the limit: Drivers must prove their strongest mental strength, driving abilities and endurance in the 24 hour race at the Nürburgring. The legendary race at the green hell, one of the longest race tracks in the world, has 51 years of story to tell. In this episode of Changing Lanes, the official podcast from BMW, we invite you to immerse yourself with us in this story full of nerve-racking, fast-paced and emotional highlights at its debut race.    And if you want to read more about the Nürburgring 24h race go to BMW Classic: https://www.bmwgroup-classic.com/en/classic-heart/classic-heart-pool/classic-heart/nuerburgring.html   “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you've ever wondered how efficient electric cars really are, don't know what impact recycled materials have on the automotive industry, or have never heard the term circular economy, this episode will provide "aha-moments". Sustainability expert Dr. Irene Feige exposes common myths and explains what the automotive industry and each individual can change to be sustainable - on and off the road. To find out all this and why sustainability shouldn't be reduced to better CO2 emissions, listen to the new episode of Changing Lanes, the official podcast of BMW.   01:36 Circular initiative 03:30 Common myths 11:45 CO2 reduction 18:15 Sustainable production 22:08 Combustion vs. electric 28:48 BMW iX 30:46 Sustainable materials 41:10 Change at BMW   “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One of the toughest challenges ever at Changing Lanes: Nicki and Jonathan compiled their personal favorite BMW race cars into a list of 6. What sounds like an almost impossible task among all the race cars turned out to be an interesting journey through the history of BMW motor sports. Dive with us into a new episode of Changing Lanes, the official podcast of BMW, and find out which cars have made the cut. You think the list is great or still too short and want to add something? Send us an email at changinglanes@bmw.com and tell us what you think.  02:05 BMW 328 (1940)  06:33 BMW 700RS (1960)  10:03 BMW 3.0 CSL (1973)  14:22 BMW Brabham BT52 (1983) 18:29 BMW M3 (1987)  22:05 BMW IFE.18 (2019)  “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The invention of windshield wipers, vehicle heating or kevlar fibers are groundbreaking and today it is impossible to imagine the automotive world without them. Yet few people know that it’s not men who are behind these inventions, but women who have made a name for themselves in the often male-dominated automotive industry through these innovations. In this episode of Changing Lanes, the official podcast of BMW, Nicki and Jonathan focus on 11 strong women who have shaped the automotive industry through their inventions and their victories in motorsport. 05:27 Wilhelmine Ehrhardt 08:07 Stefanie Kwolek 10:25 Clärenore Stinnes 13:27 Mary Anderson 16:44 Bertha Benz 20:42 Margaret Wilcox 22:37 Danica Patrick 25:20 Suzanne Vanderbilt 28:08 Charlie Martin 30:32 Lella Lombardi 34:20 Jutta Kleinschmidt “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

She's had gasoline running through her veins since she first watched Formula 1 at age 11, she loves chocolate, and is also our new co-host at Changing Lanes: Nicki Shields! Fast cars are in her blood - whether she talks about them or drives them herself. Get to know our new host Nicki and learn how she turned her hobby into a career in this round of introductions at Changing Lanes, the official podcast of BMW. “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Few things are better than a beautiful road and a perfectly matched car to enjoy it. And even though convertible season is over in most parts of the world, it’s never the wrong time to get dreaming about the next great vacation drive. And possibly book a flight and rent a convertible. So join us in this episode of Changing Lanes, the official podcast of BMW, for a quick trip to Australia, Italy, and many places more, in which we give you 8 ideas for epic road trips. Oh and they aren’t convertible-only, so if you prefer a roof over your head or you’re a motorbike enthusiast, that’s fine for us as well. 1:34 Great Ocean Road in Australia 3:25 Transfăgărășan in Romania 4:19 Atlantic Road in Norway 5:24 Jebel Hafeet in Abu Dhabi 6:35 Milford Road in New Zealand 7:25 Overseas Highway in the USA 9:09 Stelvio Pass in Italy 10:39 Chapmans Peak Drive in South Africa And if you want to read more about these convertible road trip ideas, go to BMW.com:  https://www.bmw.com/en/automotive-life/the-best-convertible-car-road-trips.html  “Changing Lanes” is the official podcast of BMW. Subscribe for new episodes each week, in which our hosts take you on an exciting journey and talk about innovative technologies, lifestyle, design and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.