Best Grayson Brulte Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 220 | The Future of Battery Recycling: Closed Loop Ecosystems 37:26

3h ago37:26

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The future of battery recycling is a closed loop ecosystem. David Klanecky, CEO of Cirba Solutions joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast for a wide-ranging discussion about the future of battery recycling. With growing demand for critical minerals, geopolitics and fluctuating commodity prices it's vitally important to build out the …

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Electrify Expo’s BJ Birtwell on the ways to win EV curious consumers 49:01

3d ago49:01

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The founder and CEO of the multi-city EV festival details the impact of a shift from early adopters to mass-market consumers and identifies counterintuitive ways to drive adoption of electric vehicles.By Automotive News

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Episode 219 | Autonomous Rail to Road Vehicles 33:48

7d ago33:48

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Kevin Damoa, Founder & CEO, Glīd Technologies joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss Glīd’s autonomous to rail system. Kevin is a veteran with two tours in Iraq and experience in the National Guard, is the entrepreneur behind Glīd, a company developing autonomous vehicles capable of operating on both rail and road. Glīd’s …

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Episode 218 | Autonomy Insights: Insurance for Personally Owned Autonomous Vehicles 14:54

8d ago14:54

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You bought a personally owned autonomous vehicle (self-driving car). But do you need insurance? Wondering how you are going to insure the vehicle? Sergey Litvinenko, CEO of Koop Insurance joined Grayson Brulte on Autonomy Insights to explain how insurance and personally owned autonomous vehicles will work and who will be responsible in a crash. Cha…

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FM Capital’s Mark Norman on EV pain points and a ‘return to normal’ 51:15

9d ago51:15

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The managing partner at FM Capital examines barriers to electric-vehicle proliferation. Further, he discusses investing in transportation-tech startups and the economic conditions ending the “order taking” era in the auto industry.By Automotive News

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Episode 217 | Robotaxis, Energy Storage, OEM Strategies and The Future of Mobility 43:08

14d ago43:08

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Pete Bigelow, Senior Reporter, Automotive News joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss Alphabet's additional $5 billion investment into Waymo, energy storage and traditional automakers autonomy strategies. Chapters 0:00 Alphabet Goes All In on Waymo 7:17 Waymo compared to Uber in San Francisco 10:21 Waymo's Pending Vehicle …

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Episode 216 | Autonomy Insights: Capital Cities/ABC of Autonomy 13:18

15d ago13:18

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Tom Murphy, CEO of Capital Cities/ABC excelled at capital allocation. Following the example set by Mr. Murphy, Don Burnette, Founder & CEO of Kodiak is implementing his version of Capital Cities/ABC capital allocation strategy as he grows Kodiak. Don Burnette joined The Road to Autonomy Founder Grayson Brulte on Autonomy Insights to discuss Kodiak’…

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FirstElement Fuel’s Shane Stephens on hydrogen trucks’ long-term advantage (Part II) 29:00

16d ago29:00

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Although hydrogen may cost more initially, the FirstElement Fuel co-founder and chief business development officer argues hydrogen-powered trucks will be more efficient and viable than battery-electric counterparts at scale.By Automotive News

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Episode 215 | Preparing for Driver-Out Operations 40:45

21d ago40:45

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Ossa Fisher, President of Aurora joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss how Aurora is preparing for driver-out operations in Texas by the end of the year. Aurora is taking a disciplined approach that Ossa likens to the preparation of elite athletes training for the Olympics. Aurora’s advanced perception system combined wit…

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FirstElement Fuel’s Shane Stephens unlocks hydrogen-powered transportation (Part I) 30:04

25d ago30:04

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The chief business development officer and founder of FirstElement Fuel details what it really takes to build hydrogen fueling infrastructure and the overall state of the nascent hydrogen ecosystem in California and beyond.By Automotive News

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Episode 214 | Autonomy Economy: Oil Market Outlook: Global Demand, Geopolitics & Energy Trends 41:34

25d ago41:34

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Dean Foreman, Chief Economist, Texas Oil & Gas Association joined Grayson Brulte on The Autonomy Economy podcast to discuss key trends and geopolitical issues that are impacting the global oil and natural gas markets. Today, there is record high global demand for oil and natural gas, driven by economic growth and increased consumption of petrochemi…

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Episode 213 | The Future of Parking: How Autonomous Vehicles Will Transform Urban Mobility 39:05

28d ago39:05

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Martin Sandström, Chief of Staff, EasyPark Group joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss the evolving landscape of urban parking and its intersection with autonomous vehicles and city planning. Parking is a crucial tool for cities to manage mobility as it’s often the second-largest revenue stream for municipalities after ta…

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Episode 212 | Autonomy Insights: Powering Off-Road Autonomy 14:20

29d ago14:20

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Applied Intuition is developing an off-road autonomy stack to address the growing demand for autonomous solutions in industries such as mining, agriculture, and defense. Qasar Younis, CEO and Peter Ludwig, CTO, Co-Founders of Applied Intuition joined The Road to Autonomy Founder Grayson Brulte on Autonomy Insights to discuss Applied’s approach to o…

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Sarasina Tuchen previews air mobility’s third chapter 44:53

1M ago44:53

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The investor, advisor and former U.S. DOT senior scientist links the emerging eVTOL industry with America’s global innovation leadership. She further explains how aviation must be better integrated with other transportation options.By Automotive News

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Episode 211 | The Dawn of Affordable Robotics: How Vayu is Revolutionizing Autonomous Systems 42:13

1M ago42:13

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Anand Gopalan, CEO & Co-Founder Vayu Robotics joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss the dawn of a new era in robotics and autonomous systems. Anand believes the industry is on the cusp of a breakthrough, moving from fragmented point solutions to horizontal intelligence applicable across various robotic applications. Vayu’…

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Episode 210 | Autonomy Insights: Supervised Autonomy Solves Labor Shortages and Boosts Safety 13:48

1M ago13:48

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Vinay Shet, Co-Founder and CEO of Teleo joined Autonomy Insights to share his perspective on why Teleo is partnering with construction companies like Ajax Paving and Tomahawk Construction to deploy supervised autonomy in their operations. Supervised Autonomy allows operators to control heavy machinery remotely from a comfortable office setting, rat…

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Grayson Brulte on the rocky rollout of software-defined vehicles 52:03

1M ago52:03

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The founder and CEO of The Road To Autonomy examines the new Rivian-Volkswagen joint venture, casts some doubts on the auto industry’s electrification push and explores the broader mobility business landscape.By Automotive News

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Episode 209 | Developing and Deploying Autonomous Ground Vehicles with the Military 44:00

1M ago44:00

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Corey Clothier, Co-Founder, ARIBO joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss developing and deploying autonomous ground vehicles with the military. In this insightful episode, Grayson and Corey explore the rapidly evolving world of autonomous vehicles, with a special focus on military applications and their spillover into comm…

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John O’Leary on the affordability gap for zero-emissions vehicles 33:24

2M ago33:24

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John O’Leary, CEO of Daimler Truck North America, discusses where he thinks hydrogen fits in commercial trucking and what role incentives play in increasing vehicle affordability. He also shares his perspective on charging infrastructure availability.By Automotive News

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Episode 208 | Accelerating Autonomy: Navigating Policy, Economics and Global Competition 43:24

2M ago43:24

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India Herdman, Senior Manager, Policy Affairs, Consumer Technology Association (CTA) joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss the current state of autonomous vehicle / truck policy and why a National Autonomous Vehicle Framework will unlock economic growth in the U.S. The conversation begins by examining the current state of…

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Episode 207 | Autonomy Insights: Warehouse Automation: An Emerging $150 Billion Market 13:30

2M ago13:30

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Dive into the cutting-edge world of warehouse automation as Josip Cesic, CEO & Co-Founder, Gideon joined The Road to Autonomy Founder Grayson Brulte to discuss the current state and future of this rapidly evolving market. During the conversation they discuss how AI and robotics are revolutionizing supply chain operations, particularly in the realm …

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Steve Kiefer on eradicating the scourge of distracted driving 54:33

2M ago54:33

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Ahead of the July 4th holiday, historically a deadly date on U.S. roads, the Kiefer Foundation chairman details the steps that tech companies, automakers, lawmakers and individual drivers can all take to stop distracted driving and improve traffic safety.By Automotive News

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Episode 206 | NHTSA's New AEB Mandate: A Stumbling Block or Stepping Stone to Full Autonomy? 45:24

2M ago45:24

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Dr. Matt Markel, Business Leader, Radar & Autonomy Expert with experience at Waymo and in the defense industry joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss the NHTSA mandate requiring AEB (automatic emergency braking) systems in all new light vehicles by 2029 and what impact this mandate will have on the development of autonomou…

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Chevron’s Kaustav Sinha explores multiple paths in the energy transition 37:20

2M ago37:20

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The oil company’s director of strategic partnerships details efforts in renewable fuels, hydrogen and carbon capture, examines energy and auto industry synergies, and updates Chevron's work with Toyota and Cummins.By Automotive News

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Episode 205 | Daimler Truck's Vision for Autonomous Trucking 34:53

2M ago34:53

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Joanna Buttler, Head of the Global Autonomous Technology Group, Daimler Truck North America joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss the introduction of the autonomous battery electric Freightliner eCascadia demonstrator, Daimler’s 2027 autonomous truck commercial launch and the company’s vision for the future of autonomous …

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What should an EV sound like? 17:12

2M ago17:12

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On a special episode of Shift, Automotive News staffers are contestants on a game show about electric vehicle sounds. That is followed by an explanation of the factors driving electric vehicle sound design.By Automotive News

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Episode 204 | Risky Business: Navigating Risk Aversion in an Autonomous World 43:46

2M ago43:46

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Matt McLelland, VP of Sustainability and Innovation, Covenant joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss why certain trucking companies aversion to risk could slow down innovation and have negative economic consequences on their businesses if they delay the rollout of autonomous trucks. This is a thought-provoking, unstructure…

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Gatik’s Arjun Narang firms up plans to scale self-driving trucks 47:32

2M ago47:32

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The co-founder and chief technology officer details the latest developments in the company’s driverless operations and shares how customers are replacing Class 8 big rigs with Gatik’s box trucks on repeatable, “Middle Mile” routes.By Automotive News

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Episode 203 | Exploring Tesla’s Potential Entry Into the Rideshare Market with The Rideshare Guy 50:11

3M ago50:11

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Harry Campbell aka The Rideshare Guy joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss the potential of Tesla entering the rideshare market both with human driven vehicles and autonomous vehicles. In a wide-ranging discussion, Grayson and Harry touch on several key topics surrounding Tesla’s potential entry into the rideshare market …

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Episode 202 | Autonomy Insights: Why Trucking Insurance Costs Are Skyrocketing: The Impact of Nuclear Verdicts 13:09

3M ago13:09

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The skyrocketing costs of commercial vehicle insurance in the trucking industry is a pressing issue that is causing economic harm. Commercial insurance premiums rose a staggering 9.8% in Q1 2024, driven by three main factors: the proliferation of nuclear verdicts over $10 million, a shortage of experienced drivers, and inflated vehicle repair costs…

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Ford’s Lisa Drake on the EV, hybrid future 39:51

3M ago39:51

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Drake, Ford’s vice president of electric vehicle programs and energy supply chain, shares her outlook on the EV future amid a slowdown in sales growth and explains why systemic change is necessary to create more opportunities for women in the industry. Drake was a keynote speaker at Automotive News Leading Women conference May 21. She spoke with re…

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Episode 201 | Autonomy Economy: Economics of Electrifying Commercial Fleets 41:40

3M ago41:40

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Paul Gioupis, Founder & CEO, Zeem Solutions joined Grayson Brulte on The Autonomy Economy podcast to discuss the economics of electrifying commercial fleets and the current state of the electric commercial fleet market. As the global push for sustainability intensifies, the trucking industry faces immense pressure to transition towards zero-emissio…

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Episode 200 | Nothing Runs Like an Autonomous Deere: Increasing Efficiency on Farms 28:45

3M ago28:45

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Aaron Ticknor, Product Manager, Large Ag Autonomy, John Deere joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss the future of autonomous tractors on farms. Farming has remained one of humanity’s most essential endeavors since the dawn of civilization. But in the 21st century, a technological revolution is transforming traditional far…

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Episode 199 | Autonomy Insights: Autonomous Trucking is Closer Than You Think, With Favorable Regulations Already in Place 13:07

3M ago13:07

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In 2019, the U.S. Department of Transportation (US DOT) issued guidance through their AV 3.0 framework that specifically stated that going forward, federal trucking regulations from the FMCSA will no longer assume that a commercial vehicle driver must be a human present in the vehicle. This cleared the way for self-driving trucks to operate legally…

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Wayve’s Alex Kendall raises $1 billion for shot at self-driving breakthrough 56:59

3M ago56:59

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The CEO and co-founder of the U.K. automated-driving startup details a fundraising round that includes investment from SoftBank, Nvidia and Microsoft. Further, he explains the company’s ChatGPT-like approach to utilizing AI in the traffic realm.By Automotive News

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Episode 198 | Autonomy Economy: Tesla's Robotaxi Gamble: License FSD to Automakers or Go At It Alone 51:06

3M ago51:06

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Pete Bigelow, Senior Reporter, Automotive News joined Grayson Brulte on The Autonomy Economy podcast to discuss Tesla’s robotaxi gamble and the prospects for Tesla to license FSD. In this wide-ranging conversation, Grayson and Pete dive into the bold promises and ambitious plans surrounding Tesla’s bid to launch CyberCab and a robotaxi service. As …

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Episode 197 | Increasing Warehouse Efficiency and Solving Labor Shortages with Autonomous Forklifts 34:07

3M ago34:07

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Josip Cesic, CEO & Co-Founder, Gideon joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss the transformation that the warehouse logistics industry is undergoing driven by an urgent need for increased efficiency and automation. Labor shortages are rampant, with younger generations showing less interest in roles such as forklift driving.…

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