Oct. 19, 2026 | Is AI the future of the software-defined vehicle or hype? Plus, Pentagon taps ex-Detroit execs
Leaders from GM, Bosch and McKinsey debate whether AI is the real deal for software-defined vehicles. Plus, Subaru’s first in-house EV, Waymo eyes Toronto, and the Pentagon recruits former Detroit 3 e...
19 Okt 14min
Oct. 18, 2026 | Bonus Episode: Jeep is sliding, but Wrangler special editions are drawing orders
Vince Bond Jr. explains why Jeep sales are down 8 percent through September and why dealers who built standalone showrooms are struggling. Plus, how Jeep’s monthly Wrangler special editions worked.
18 Okt 13min
Oct. 17, 2026 | Weekend Drive: Tesla’s ‘flying’ Roadster; Ford’s certified pre-owned push
Larry P. Vellequette and Michael Martinez discuss Tesla’s thruster-powered Roadster, Ford’s certified pre-owned push, Penske Automotive’s $16.3 billion buyout and Lexus’ extra inventory.
17 Okt 20min
Oct. 16, 2026 | Tesla’s rocket-powered Roadster; InformedIQ’s Jessica Gonzalez on generative AI fraud
Tesla shows a second-generation Roadster that uses SpaceX thrusters. Plus, InformedIQ’s Jessica Gonzalez explains how generative AI fuels auto loan fraud, and how dealers and lenders can fight back.
16 Okt 19min
Oct. 15, 2026 | Penske Automotive going private; fast-charging industry charges ahead
Penske Automotive agrees to go private in a $16.3 billion deal. Plus, EVgo’s Badar Khan and Chargeonomics’ Loren McDonald discuss what automakers can do to make public charging easier.
15 Okt 18min
Oct. 14, 2026 | Fain wins second UAW term; Acura confirms two new crossovers
Shawn Fain sweeps the UAW presidential vote. Acura adds two crossovers. Plus, David Wyler, CEO of Jeff Wyler Automotive Family, talks dealer culture and why he won’t sell Chinese vehicles.
14 Okt 22min
Oct. 13, 2026 | Stellantis plans V-8 Hellcat Charger; affordability crisis
A planning document points to a V-8 Hellcat Charger from Stellantis. Plus, experts from Hyundai, Cox and Mobility Global debate who ends up paying for tariffs.
13 Okt 22min
Oct. 12, 2026 | Tesla drops ‘Full Self-Driving’ name in Europe; Albert Gore on clean tech
Tesla renames its driver-assist system in Europe. BYD shows off a nine-minute charger. Plus, Albert Gore of the Zero Emission Transportation Association talks about how clean tech companies are planni...
12 Okt 22min
