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AI Auto Podcast

Javier Mota

The AI Auto Podcast covers a wide range of automotive topics, including new car reviews, shopping guidance, buying advice and news stories impacting the automotive marketplace.

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  • English

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  • Yesterday · 18 min

    S7E50 - From 4 BMWs to a 2027 Rivian R2: One Owner’s EV Leap

    In this episode we’re back in Miami meeting one of the very first owners of the 2027 Rivian R2. After a lifetime of gas-powered BMWs (four in a row), he made the jump to electric and now walks us through his decision process and, more importantly, what it’s actually like leasing and living with an EV day-to-day.

  • October 1 · 15 min

    S7E48 – How Vaughn Gittin Jr. & RTR Brought the 2026 Ford Mustang RTR to Life

    We’re live at Thunderhill Raceway Park with Vaughn Gittin Jr., founder and President of RTR (Ready to Rock Vehicles), as he reveals the full story behind the first-ever official Ford–RTR collaboration: the 2026 Ford Mustang RTR. From childhood dream to production reality, Vaughn breaks down how this special-edition American pony car came to life.

  • September 25 · 15 min

    S7E47 – Ford Mustang Chief Engineer Carl Widmann Watches His Dark Horse Run at Sonoma

    In this episode, we’re at Sonoma Raceway, where we catch Ford Mustang Chief Engineer Carl Widmann on the Turn 11 Terrace. As the 2026 Mustang Dark Horse tears around the track during the hot-lap portion of its first-drive event, Widmann takes a moment to admire the newest chapter of America’s legendary pony car—the direct result of years of hard work.

  • September 21 · 15 min

    S7E46: Inside the 2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid with the Engineers, Designers & Planners Who Built It

    In this episode, we sit down with the engineers, designers, and product planners who spent years developing the all-new 2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid for the U.S. market. They walk us through the next-generation ultra-efficient e-POWER system and what it took to bring this model to production. We even got behind the wheel of a pre-production test mule before the real thing hits the road.

  • September 10 · 20 min

    S7E45: Autonomy Expands Beyond EVs with Ford Mustang, F-150 & Bronco

    In this episode of AI Auto Podcast, we sit down with Fred Weick, the new CEO of Autonomy, to discuss the company’s next chapter. Known for its focus on all-electric vehicle subscriptions, Autonomy is expanding beyond EVs by adding a lineup of popular gas-powered Ford vehicles to its flexible, month-to-month subscription platform. We discuss what’s driving the shift beyond EVs, how vehicle subscriptions are evolving, and what consumers can expect from a more flexible alternative to traditional ca

  • September 4 · 10 min

    S7E44 – Driving the 2026 BYD Shark: The Plug-In Hybrid Pickup That Could Crush It in the U.S.

    In this episode, I’m behind the wheel of the 2026 BYD Shark—the first plug-in hybrid 4x4 pickup available in Chile. Built on BYD’s Dual Mode Off-road platform, it pairs a 1.5-liter turbo gasoline engine with dual electric motors for a combined output of more than 430 horsepower. It’s capable, refined, and genuinely impressive. So here’s the big question: just how successful could this truck be if it ever made it to the U.S. market?

  • August 24 · 17 min

    S7E43 - The Iván Espinosa Effect: Pride & Inspiration at Nissan Aguascalientes

    In this episode, we travel to Mexico with Nissan CEO Iván Espinosa as he visits his native country for the first time since taking the top job. Under his leadership, Nissan has staged a remarkable turnaround—from the brink of bankruptcy to an operational profit of $488 million in Q1 2026 and a projected $1.2 billion for the 2025–2026 fiscal year. Join us as we witness the pride and inspiration his return has sparked at the Aguascalientes plant. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  • August 20 · 15 min

    S7E42 – Who’s Behind the New Secret Sauce at Mitsubishi Motors USA?

    In this episode, recorded outside Seattle, Washington, we sit down with Travis Wattles, Director of Product Strategy at Mitsubishi Motors North America. He unpacks the company’s electrification strategy and explains how it’s giving Mitsubishi’s vehicles a competitive edge that stands out in today’s market.

  • August 13 · 17 min

    AI Auto Podcast S7E41 — Why You Should Be Paying More Attention to Mitsubishi

    In this episode, we get an in-depth look at the updated Mitsubishi Outlander, featuring a new, highly advanced plug-in hybrid powertrain designed to improve performance, efficiency, and everyday usability. We also get behind the wheel of the 2027 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross EV for our first test drive. With bold styling, electric performance, and technology that could shake up the competitive North American SUV market, Mitsubishi may have a genuine contender for North American SUV of the Year.

  • August 7 · 19 min

    S7E40: The Auto Industry Is in Crisis—Is It Time to Walk Away?

    The automotive industry is being hit from every direction: tariff wars, layoffs, bankruptcies, shrinking media, China's growing dominance, volatile fuel prices, the slow death of traditional auto shows and IA generated content. After 25 years in the business, we're asking a question we never thought we'd ask: Is it finally time to retire?

  • July 29 · 11 min

    S7-E39 - One Month in Chile… and Suddenly Retirement Doesn’t Sound So Crazy

    For the first time in 25 years, I took an entire month off. No press launches. No test drives. No deadlines. At first it felt strange.Then it felt necessary. Spending July in Chile, working on the (Not So) Tiny House instead of chasing the next story, gave me actual space to think.Maybe it’s time to start talking seriously about retirement.

  • July 2 · 14 min

    S7-E38: Are Chinese EVs Being Banned? The Future of American Cars

    In this episode we unpack why Polestar is leaving the U.S. market under new connected vehicle security rules, what the regulations mean for GM, Ford, and other automakers, and whether consumers should expect higher car prices. We also explore what makes a car "American" in 2026, why the Tesla Model 3 tops the American-Made Index, the truth about U.S.-built BMWs and Toyotas, and which new car we'd buy today.

  • June 25 · 15 min

    S7E37: Automotive Media 2026 — Survival, Influence, and the Fight for Credibility

    After months of conversations and analysis, one conclusion stands out: Traditional journalism is not perfectly independent, and creators and influencers are not automatically compromised. Most operate somewhere in the gray area between editorial integrity and industry access, balancing credibility with the need to earn a living.

  • June 18 · 10 min

    S7E36: Top 10 Differences Between Traditional Automotive Media and New Media in 2026

    In this episode, we asked Grok to break down the third installment in our series on Automotive Media in 2026. The verdict? The industry has become a glorious, chaotic circus. On one side, traditional media still serves up 6,000-word suspension deep-dives they genuinely believe make for riveting reading. On the other hand, new media is yelling “THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING!!!” while launching cars with aggressive RGB lighting and theatrical launch-control fireworks.

  • June 10 · 11 min

    S7E35 - Ultimate 2026 Press Trip Survival Guide: What Media Should NEVER Do + What PR Pros Must Fix

    In this special episode, we asked Grok to combine two of the most valuable topics from our 2026 Automotive Media series into one powerhouse episode. Discover the Top 10 Things Media Should Never Do on an Automotive Press Trip (2026 updated edition) and the Top 10 Things Automotive Journalists Hate at Press Events — now merged into a practical, no-nonsense survival guide for both sides of the table. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  • June 4 · 18 min

    S7E34: The First-Ever Ford Bronco Filson – Rugged American Heritage?

    In this episode, we’re joined by Ford to explore the First-Ever Bronco Filson Edition — a powerful collaboration where Bronco’s Built Wild spirit meets Filson’s legendary Unfailing Goods. This is more than a special edition — it’s a celebration of rugged adventure and field-tested excellence.

  • May 26 · 14 min

    S7E32: Behind the Scenes with two of Chevrolet’s Indy 500 Heroes

    In this episode from the 110th running of the Indy 500, we go behind the scenes with two of Chevrolet’s most passionate and knowledgeable professionals: Judith Dominick, Chevrolet Racing Trackside Communications Representative, and Cody Bulkley, Chevrolet Corvette Chassis Development Engineer. These are the people who make the magic happen — both on the racetrack and on the road.

  • May 21 · 20 min

    S7E31 - Why Don’t People Listen to the Experts on a Race Track?

    In this episode, we head to the legendary Road America race track during the Midwest Automotive Media Association Spring Rally, where we get a private lesson from Bradley Pines, Chief Instructor at CGI MotorSports High Performance Driving Schools. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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