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Shift: A podcast about mobility

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On Shift: A podcast about mobility, Automotive News tech and innovation team leader Pete Bigelow takes an optimistic yet skeptical eye at the new tech and business models planned for the auto industry. Shift is a production of Automotive News, the leading publication covering the auto industry. Check out our reporting online at autonews.com/shift and follow us on Twitter @Automotive_News.

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“Shift” podcast co-host Molly Boigon gets help from Alex Oyler, director of SBD Automotive, North America, to explain how the architecture of the vehicle has evolved over time.

She and Jake Neher, the executive producer of audio at Automotive News, ... more

Ozgur Tohumcu, general manager for automotive and manufacturing at Amazon Web Services, joins Automotive News reporter Molly Boigon on the “Shift” podcast to talk about how companies are using small language models on board the vehicle to enable bett... more

George Lenyo, EY’s Americas automotive leader, joins Automotive News tech and innovation reporter Molly Boigon on the “Shift” podcast at CES 2026 to talk about how artificial intelligence is turbocharging the simulations used to train autonomous vehi... more

At CES 2026, Amnon Shashua, CEO of Mobileye, joins Automotive News Managing Editor Jerry Hirsch on the “Shift” podcast to talk about how humanoid robots can fill labor shortages.

He also explains why it makes sense for autonomous technology companie... more

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Recent Guests

Ozgur Tohumcu
General Manager for Automotive and Manufacturing at AWS
AWS
Episode: AWS' Ozgur Tohumcu: Satellite connectivity will enable software-defined vehicles
George Lenyo
EY's America's automotive leader
EY
Episode: EY's George Lenyo: Consumers are willing to pay for software subscriptions
Amnon Shashua
CEO of Mobileye
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Episode: CES: Mobileye's Amnon Shashua says robotics are natural investment for autonomous tech companies
Gary Shapiro
CEO of the Consumer Technology Association
Consumer Technology Association
Episode: Gary Shapiro: Tariffs are diverting attention from innovation at CES
Itay Michaeli
Senior analyst at TD Cowen
TD Cowen
Episode: Itay Michaeli: Autonomous vehicles will gain traction at CES
Ryan Falor
director of AV and ADAS data at GM
GM
Episode: Ryan Falor and Jason Ekelmann: How GM is merging its robotaxi venture with Super Cruise
Jason Ekelmann
manager of the Advanced Vehicle Integration Team at GM
GM
Episode: Ryan Falor and Jason Ekelmann: How GM is merging its robotaxi venture with Super Cruise
RJ Scaringe
CEO of Rivian Automotive
Rivian Automotive
Episode: RJ Scaringe Part 2: Rivian is betting on autonomy
Kameale Terry
CEO and co-founder of ChargerHelp
ChargerHelp
Episode: Why do EV charging attempts fail? ChargerHelp’s Kameale Terry explains.

Hosts

Molly Boygon
Tech and innovation reporter and co-host of this podcast.
Hannah Lutz
Director of Technology and Innovation Coverage and co-host of the podcast.
Pete Bigelow
Host and reporter covering technology and innovation in the automotive industry.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • A future looking podcast

    The content is deep, sophisticated and provocative. It covers topics that predict the future not just in the auto industry but across many fields.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ScottWrightMD
    United Statesa year ago
  • Outstanding Podcast about Autos

    Pete Bigelow’s knowledge of the auto industry is one of the many true positives of this podcast. His interview style is calming and engaging at the same time. I’ve learned so much about current events in the auto industry and Shift does a great job of giving me a lot of information in a short time period especially how Aurora has penetrated the auto market. It’s a MUST listen to anyone interested in current auto innovations!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daprez14
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best insights on what’s driving mobility

    I’m an avid podcast listener that works in the automotive industry. Shift is my favorite weekly listen to learn from experts on various aspects of the industry that are not always in the spotlight (but should be). The automotive industry’s change is profound. Pete Bigelow does an amazing job highlighting this on Shift.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jared App
    United States3 years ago
  • From an EV Technician 👍🏼

    I’ve been listening all year every Sunday love the podcast, great insights, great insider tech news and overall a great insight into the EV industry

    I have 10 yrs industry EV Tech experience and 20 automotive experience

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EV Tech
    United States3 years ago
  • 🚙 CenturyAuto.ca 🚙 ❤️ Shift

    Great show 🤟

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael MacGillivray
    Canada4 years ago

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Some feedback indicates that listeners have faced inconsistency in episode production, raising concerns about the podcast's regularity.
Listeners appreciate the depth and sophistication of the content, noting its relevance to current trends in the automotive industry.

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AWS' Ozgur Tohumcu: Satellite connectivity will enable software-defined vehicles
Q: How do you think about that kind of tension in the industry right now regarding vehicle efficiency and power draw?
In the early phases, the focus is on functionality and innovation, and efficiency will be considered later.
AWS' Ozgur Tohumcu: Satellite connectivity will enable software-defined vehicles
Q: Is the expectation that consumers will begin to expect faster development timelines because of Chinese vehicles?
It's more about consumer expectations around the technology they use rather than specifically linked to China.
AWS' Ozgur Tohumcu: Satellite connectivity will enable software-defined vehicles
Q: How important do you think AI is to some of the innovations and transformations happening in the automotive space?
AI has a profound impact on both the vehicle and customer journeys, particularly in sales, marketing, and in-vehicle experiences.
EY's George Lenyo: Consumers are willing to pay for software subscriptions
Q: Do you think the industry is eventually going to eliminate support for smartphone mirroring services?
The desire to mirror smartphones is strong among consumers, making it likely that automakers will need to consider this demand in their future developments.
EY's George Lenyo: Consumers are willing to pay for software subscriptions
Q: How do you think that sort of monetization strategy is coming along in tandem with the technology?
Several automakers are struggling with the monetization strategy for software-defined vehicles, especially concerning consumer willingness to pay for certain features.

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The content focuses on key issues confronting the automotive industry, particularly in relation to electric vehicles (EVs), technological advancements, and the evolving mobility landscape. Noteworthy topics include the challenges of EV charging infrastructure, the impact of governmental policies on vehicle sales, and cybersecurity concerns as vehicles become more interconnected. The discussions often feature insights from industry leaders, emphasizing data-driven assessments about market shifts, the interplay between technology and vehicle safety, and the importance of consumer education in navigating these rapidly changing environments.

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1. Ozgur Tohumcu
2. George Lenyo
3. Amnon Shashua
4. Gary Shapiro
5. Itay Michaeli
6. Ryan Falor
7. Jason Ekelmann
8. RJ Scaringe

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