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Automotive Insiders
Automotive Industry expert Jason Stein presents a podcast focused on the automotive industry. It launched in 2022 and covers various industry topics, trends, and projections that are impacting the future of automotive. Jason will interview some of the industry’s key thought leaders and industry insiders. The podcast will be available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and Pandora with new episodes that will be featured weekly.
Episodes
- Automotive Insiders
The Logistical Complexity of Tariffs
Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks with Nick Schaefer of Automated Logistics Systems about the implications of tariffs on the logistics side of the…
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Inside the Chaos of Tariffs
As the industry marches closer to a tariff deadline, Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks to Michael Robinet is Vice President of Forecast Strategy at…
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Finding A Footing in the World of Sustainability
Suppliers which are looking for a pathway on sustainability have much to consider, including environmental, social and governance issues. In this episode…
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Battling Back Cybersecurity Threats
The threat of cybersecurity touches every area of the supply base. How to combat it in a world of dangerous activity? Just ahead of a MEMA event on Feb. 19…
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The Supplier Scramble Amid Possible Tariffs
On the eve of possible tariffs, Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks to Alejandro Gomez and Vanessa Miller, partners at Foley & Lardner LLP, about the…
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Winning the Software-Defined Vehicle Battle
We kick off the year in a prelude to CES by talking to Sonatus Chief Marketing Officer Dr. John Heinlein about the future of the software-defined vehicle…
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Finding a Propulsion Solution in a Changing Industry
From the MEMA Annual Conference, host Jason Stein interviews Rajaey Kased President, Control Devices Division at Stoneridge, to talk about China, tariffs and…
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Where Does AI Go From Here?
In the second part of our interview at the MEMA Annual Conference, SAP’s Bill Newman and Rich Wilkins talk with Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein about the…
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Taking Stock of Suppliers in a Post-Election World
In an interview at the MEMA Annual Conference, SAP’s Bill Newman and Rich Wilkins talk with Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein about the state of the…
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Navigating Immigration and Labor Options
Immigration, employment, and labor are front and center in so many discussions today and the options for suppliers can be a bit complex. Sarah Bileti, senior…
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Decoding Industry 4.0 Tech and How to Harness it for your Operation
Host Jason Stein sits down with Joe LaRussa, owner of Supremo Consulting and the expert in residence at the Industry 4.0 Accelerator. Joe breaks down all of…
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What’s Next on Trade and the USMCA?
Ahead of the MEMA Annual Conference, host Jason Stein interviews Pat D’Eramo, CEO of Martinrea International, to discuss trade, policy, tariffs and the…
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How to Find Efficiency in Battery Technology
Innovation in battery technology is driving a reduction in emissions, improving efficiency, and advancing the transition to electric vehicles, helping…
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The Implications of an EPA Change
The EPA’s Clean Trucks Plan comes into play in January 2027 and there are significant implications for suppliers. Diego Depetris of Bain & Company is a guest…
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How To Source and Identify Cost Reduction
Where are the opportunities to find cost optimization in the IT space? In this episode of Automotive Insiders, host Jason Stein interviews RSM’s David Brassor…
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How to Win in the ESG Journey
In this episode of Automotive Insiders, host Jason Stein talks to Laurie Hoose of Plante Moran, about the role of ESG in planning and preparing for changing…
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M&A: Where are the opportunities and the challenges?
To participate in M&A or not? Dan Bonucchi, Partner at Warner Norcross + Judd and co-chair of the firm’s Mergers & Acquisitions Practice Group, talks with host…
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Supplier Barometer Reading: Caution
Collin Shaw, President of MEMA’s Original Equipment Suppliers group, sits down with host Jason Stein to discuss the latest findings in the supper barometer.
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Breaches of Contract & Stalemates: What to do when a supplier wants to exit?
In this two-part discussion of Automotive Insiders, host Jason Stein talks about the concept of material breach as well as navigating stalemates. Two experts –…
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How to Win the Race with Software-Defined Vehicles
The automotive ecosystem is expanding rapidly around software-defined vehicles. But what’s the route to achieve scale? And where is progress really being made?…
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Solving Skillset Issues, One Position At A Time
On this week’s episode of Automotive Insiders, host Jason Stein interviews Anthony Murphy of Plex by Rockwell Automation to discuss major trends in…
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The secret sauce of accelerating innovation
Discussing the trends around connectivity, including over-the-air updates, data logging and remote commands. Have we only scratched the surface – and how could…
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The Way Forward with Software Defined Vehicles
On this week’s episode of Automotive Insiders, host Jason Stein interviews Ivy Nguyen, to talk about the industry’s transition to software defined vehicles and…
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How to Tackle An Industry of Uncertainties?
Automotive Insiders, host Jason Stein interviews Peter Maithel and Ken Royce of Infor, on timeliness, positions and implications of the current industry. Also…
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Data as the New Capital in Quality, Leadership
In this episode of Automotive Insiders, host Jason Stein talks to Brian Martensen, Product Manager, Plex Quality Management System, about the importance of…
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Creating a Leaner, Resilient Supply Base
Circular packaging can offer not just a solution, but an opportunity to also ensure leaner and more resilient supply chain operations. On this episode of…
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Talent and quality in an ICE & EV age
As the market for EVs and ICE vehicles continues to evolve, we turn our focus to quality improvements and the needs of the industry. Automotive Insiders host…
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Navigating engineering’s big shifts
Host Jason Stein sits down with Deloitte’s Stavros Stefanis and Kevin Prendeville on Automotive Insiders to discuss the complexity, efficiency and changing…
Automotive InsidersTariffs, powertrain and labor: Breaking down a trifecta of industry issues
On this week’s episode of Automotive Insiders, host Jason Stein interviews Ambrose Conroy, CEO and Founder of Seraph Consulting, on the challenges associated…
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Getting to the Heart of Training and Opportunity
During a live recording of Automotive Insiders at the MEMA/SCAC 2024 South Carolina Regional Meeting, BMW Manufacturing’s Paul Sinanian and James Richter of…
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The Impact of Automated Inspections
During a live recording of Automotive Insiders at the MEMA/SCAC 2024 South Carolina Regional Meeting, Yaron Saghiv, Chief Marketing Officer of UV-EYE, explains…
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Focusing in on sustainability and steel
With a shift to less carbon-intensive production methods in the U.S. steel market, where are the advantages and opportunities? Automotive Insiders host Jason…
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Part 2: Finding solutions in a journey to sustainability
Part 2: Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a movement within the industry built around the necessary changes that need to be made – a change where…
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Part 1: Finding solutions in a journey to sustainability
Part 1: Finding solutions in a journey to sustainability The sustainability journey is picking up speed and the opportunities are open for an industry in…
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How Rivian is finding and cultivating great talent
Nana Danso, Rivian’s director of learning and development, outlines the automaker’s plan to encourage young workers to learn a skilled trade and chart a career…
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Who wins, who loses in the new world of BEVs and the Chinese?
Joe McCabe, President and CEO of AutoForecast Solutions dispels some myths about the future of automotive production and provides a supplier reality check on…
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Why Valeo picked SXSW to make world debut
Valeo is using South by Southwest 2024 in Austin, Texas to debut a world first: Valeo Racer, a new extended reality in-car gaming experience for passengers –…
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A game plan for dealing with distress
Suppliers who are facing difficult situations, regardless of the circumstances, should follow this playbook to deal with financial issues and chart a new path…
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How Hydroforming is reshaping the industry
With increased design flexibility, improved strength and advanced durability, Hydroforming could change the way suppliers think of manufacturing and design. In…
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Creating a successful strategy in a changing Chinese market
China is a multi-modal issue for automotive suppliers with uncertainties and risks in commercial operations and the supply chain. Bain executives Prashant Iyer…
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A glimpse into the Honda purchasing model
How does Honda view its relationship with its suppliers and where will the market turn going into the new year? Mike Lapham, vice president of procurement for…
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How the commercial market leads the way for all suppliers
Angela Timmen, Director of the North American Aftermarket Purchasing Group for Daimler Truck North America, shares her strategy in the truck space with…
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Searching for answers amid industry upheaval
The industry transformation is full of changes in technology, manufacturing process and a new way of looking at OEM-supplier relations. What does that mean for…
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Looking into the crystal ball for Class 8
In the commercial space, Class 8 trucks are playing a significant role in the economy and are a vital aspect of the commercial vehicle market. But what does…
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Breaking through the economic clouds
What economic conditions will affect the supply base the rest of this year and what factors could impact future production plans as we edge into 2024? Laurie…
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Inside the future brain of the vehicle
Software Defined Vehicles are the new central brain system of vehicles. On this episode of Automotive Insiders, Jason Stein interviews Deloitte’s Chris Ahn to…
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Suppliers: How to scale up and stand out
In a redefined, fast-paced landscape, Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks to Plante Moran partner Mark Barrott about the ability of suppliers to adjust…
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Winning the battle of IT integration
Streamlining IT operations and improving overall efficiency in these challenging times takes a changed mindset and new methods of operational efficiency. Mike…
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The EV effect across all industries
The preparation for the electric vehicle revolution isn’t just touching the light-vehicle market, automakers and their suppliers. It also extends across other…
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The lingering effects of a UAW strike
Suppliers are being hit hard by the UAW strike, but how will today’s actions impact the future – especially after the strike reaches a resolution? Automotive…
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Understanding the impacts of the UAW strike
What’s the effect of the current UAW strike on suppliers across the industry? Automotive Insiders talks to two experts about the strike’s impact and the…
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Labor Unrest and Changing Contracts
Jason Stein of Automotive Insiders talks to Homayune Ghaussi of Warner Norcross & Judd to discuss the impact of a potential UAW strike on suppliers -- as well…
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Tackling complexity at every turn
Automotive suppliers are increasingly feeling market pressure to combat a host of challenges that might not have been as prevalent in prior years. Anthony…
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AlixPartners’ take on the future of auto
Mark Wakefield, Global Co-Leader of the Automotive and Industrial Practice at AlixPartners, talks to Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein about the release of…
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How to navigate nearshoring in Mexico
There is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to Mexico. Legal considerations, including supply chain structures and labor obligations, are crucial for…
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Logistics, labor and tariffs – oh my!
As the industry looks to source more parts in North America, and manage the USMCA’s and IRA rules, how best to understand the Mexico market? Jason Stein of…
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The importance of healthy supplier base
More types of vehicles mean more programs for suppliers to manage — and often with an ever-shrinking profit margin. Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks…
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Solutions for supply chain woes
Reading the fine print has never been more important to automotive suppliers struggling with supply chain issues. Knowing the terms and conditions upfront and…
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Kia tries to build for the future
OEMs like Kia not only must evolve their products and propulsion systems to meet the demands of tomorrow, but also reach out directly to future employees to…
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Bold predictions for an evolving auto industry
Joe McCabe, president and CEO of AutoForecast Solutions, joins Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein to lay out how very different the near-term and long-term…