Visual assets are one of the most important deliverables as OEMs prepare to launch their latest models. As the saying goes, we only get one chance to make a good first impression—these words are especially true during those critical moments when the curtain is lifted, and the world sees that shiny new vehicle for the first time.

Whether on stage during the reveal, for the press release, the retail website, or to share on social media, the photos and videos associated with a particular vehicle go a long way in selling it to the public. However, producing and organizing these visual assets is a remarkable challenge.

Faruk Heplevent, founder of The Scope, joins Carl Anthony for this episode of AutoVision News Radio. The Scope is an innovative company that uses computer-generated imagery to create visual assets for vehicle launches and advertisements. Faruk recalls his early years in the 1990s as an automotive photographer, how CGI reduces the complexity of an extensive campaign like a product launch, and why the Scope team built an entire CGI city for its clients.

More Resources:

The Scope Studio: https://tinyurl.com/4ht4um9s

CGI animation explained: definition, history, and examples via Adobe: https://tinyurl.com/y33ezb9h

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Mechanic Ghislain Mahy (1907-1999) would see his dream of a living history museum realized when the Autoworld opened its doors on July 1st, 1986, in Brussels, Belgium. Alongside sons Hans and Ivan, Ghislain would restore about 1,000 vehicles throughout his life, 200 of which were incorporated into the Autoworld on its opening day.

In this special episode of AutoVision News Radio, Carl Anthony takes us on an audio tour of this extraordinary museum. Carl recounts Mahy's journey and Autoworld's devotion to those who aim their creative pursuits and technical passions toward all things motorized.

Cars featured on this tour of the Autoworld:

1904 Oldsmobile Model 6

1911 Opel

1948 Bentley MK VI Saloon Vanden Plas

1963 Alpine M63

1966 Porsche 912

1969 Volvo 121 "Amazon"

1988 Mazda MX-5 Miata

1990 Honda NSX

2020 Bugatti Centodieci

2021 Bugatti La Voiture Noire

2020 Bugatti Divo

More Resources:

Autoworld Brussels: https://tinyurl.com/4u3kyvcn

Beautiful 75th Anniversary Book Chronicles Porsche's Original Sports Car: https://tinyurl.com/yckfveru

Rare Bugatti Supercars, The Wild Italdesign Aztec & Other Amazing Historical Cars: A Grand Tour of the Autoworld Museum via the Automoblog YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/5n82v7yd

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In late October 2024, the Automotive Women's Alliance Foundation (AWAF) held its annual Step Into Power event. Attendees met the latest AWAF scholarship recipients and heard a Q&A presentation from Aruna Anand, President and Chief Executive Officer for Continental Automotive North America.

During the event, Marley Devergilio, Membership Board Chair for AWAF, spoke with Carl Anthony about the role of organizations like AWAF in the automotive industry. Marley shares why it's important to "bridge the gap" and encourages younger women to consider three key variables to determine if automotive is the right career for them.

Meanwhile, Carl recalls some of the most impactful lessons and insights from Aruna Anand's Q&A presentation.

More Resources:

Automotive Women's Alliance Foundation: https://awafoundation.org/

Kimberley Cole, Risky Women Radio host, interviews Dr. Juliet Bourke: https://tinyurl.com/33nxrr5k

The Diversity and Inclusion Revolution: Eight Powerful Truths—Deloitte Review, Issue 22: https://tinyurl.com/3dnefwap

Leave No Woman Behind ft. Kim Ziomek of AWAF

• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/45hr6xy8
• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y98yt6uf

Follow AutoVision News Radio on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b

Reuters Automotive USA 2024 united over 100 expert speakers and 700 senior and executive-level attendees at the Huntington Place in downtown Detroit. In addition to the collaborative roundtables, a breaking news day with fireside chats, and over a dozen hours of networking time, AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony made his home on the Blue Stage, which focused on software-defined vehicles.

After moderating five panels and helping to host the Blue Stage as an MC, Carl recaps some actionable insights in this episode of AutoVision News Radio. Topics include generative AI, cybersecurity, vehicle architectures, and the in-cabin experience.

"I hope this summary of the panels and talks on the Blue Stage during Reuters Automotive USA 2024 will prove useful to those working in the industry," Anthony said. "The Reuters Events team has organized yet another world-class conference that expanded on the topics in automotive that impact our careers."

More Resources:

The Future of Automotive is Now—Reuters Automotive Europe 2025: https://tinyurl.com/22ussh3y

Revolutionize Automotive: Electrify, Automate, Innovate—Reuters Automotive USA 2025: https://tinyurl.com/yh3seear

Michigan Public Service Commission: https://www.michigan.gov/mpsc

The Software-Defined Future of Automotive ft. Volvo Group, Ford of Europe, and AutoVision News Radio via Reuters Events:

• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/4z26vvfj
• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/w5yvjkxv

Follow AutoVision News Radio on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b

Immersive infotainment and navigation systems, robust powertrains and propulsion technologies, and autonomous vehicles are pushing the envelope regarding current bandwidth and data capacities. When we consider the "vehicle of tomorrow," what is the solution for the automotive industry when such data capacities reach their threshold?

John Simon, Product and Applications Manager at Intrepid Control Systems, joins us for this episode of AutoVision News Radio. He provides insight into how automotive Ethernet is evolving and why participation in organizations like IEEE and the OPEN Alliance are pathways to success. As a co-author of Automotive Ethernet—The Definitive Guide, John shares more about his contributions to this helpful resource for industry professionals.

2024 IEEE Ethernet & IP Automotive Technology Day: https://tinyurl.com/5ay94e53

OPEN Alliance: https://opensig.org/

Automotive Ethernet—The Definitive Guide, 2nd Edition: https://amzn.to/4dBp09D

Automotive Ethernet in One Hour: https://tinyurl.com/5f7vpkwp

Understanding Media Access Control Security (MACsec) via Juniper Networks: https://tinyurl.com/466mf8rk

Definitions, Challenges & Considerations of SDVs ft. Intrepid Control Systems, Dataspeed, Keysight Technologies, and AutoVision News Radio:

• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2dcekyea
• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/mr2vptvr

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In September 2024, AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony attended a Tech Day hosted by Magna International in Troy, Michigan. During the outing, Magna innovations like ClearView and EtelligentCommand showed why creativity is one of the essential brushstrokes when painting the picture of the "future of mobility."

Tom Rucker, President of Magna's Power & Vision and Complete Vehicles groups, joins Carl to discuss how the global supplier strategically and creatively positions its product lineup to enable some of the automotive industry's most ambitious goals, from safety to sustainability. Tom shares how Magna combines its global presence with its startup mindset to offer cutting-edge innovations that address key challenges for the OEMs while also providing end consumers with an efficient, fun-to-drive vehicle.

Inspired by his longtime love for trucks, Carl also provides a comprehensive overview of Magna's ClearView and EtelligentCommand.

Magna International Newsroom: https://tinyurl.com/ytd5rcnw

Magna's New Mobility Group: https://tinyurl.com/595bdc5f

Carl's Magna International Media Kit: https://tinyurl.com/4xm94j35

The Software-Defined Future of Automotive ft. Volvo Group, Ford of Europe, and AutoVision News Radio via Reuters Events:

• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/4z26vvfj
• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/w5yvjkxv

Definitions, Challenges & Considerations of SDVs ft. Intrepid Control Systems, Dataspeed, Keysight Technologies, and AutoVision News Radio:

• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2dcekyea
• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/mr2vptvr

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Since 2018, there has been $160 billion in investment dollars linked to electric vehicles in North America, based on data from the Center for Automotive Research (2024 CAR Book of Deals). For EVs to reach their full potential, consumers must have complete faith and confidence in the charging infrastructure. Like how consumers think nothing of a gas pump when they pull up, building that same level of trust with charging stations is imperative.

Elaina Farnsworth, co-founder and CEO of SkillFusion, joins Carl to discuss a significant (and perhaps overlooked) opportunity for skilled trade professionals as more EVs populate our roadways. Elaina and her team at SkillFusion are building the talent pipeline of certified electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) workers through its EVSE Diagnostic Technician (EDT) Program. This robust talent pool will ultimately ensure charging stations across the United States are operational and reliable, increasing consumer confidence in EVs.

Elaina shares more insight into the EDT program, how she and her fellow co-founder saw a unique need, and why "playing with computers" has always served her well.

More Resources:

SkillFusion’s EVSE Diagnostic Technician (EDT) Certification Program: https://tinyurl.com/52u4ct35

National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program: https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/nevi/

Uplift San Bernardino: https://upliftsb.org/

Pushing The Needle Forward ft. Alisyn Malek of SkillFusion

• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y5x6dpuk
• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/5d492x6b

CAR Affiliate Program: https://tinyurl.com/4c4du9dt (Book of Deals)

Follow AutoVision News on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b

The Management Briefing Seminars, organized by the Center for Automotive Research, bring together the industry's brightest minds and boldest ideas for an action-packed week. With its 2024 theme of Engage, Embrace, and Embark, attendees heard from some of the automotive industry's most dynamic decision-makers on impactful topics like electrification, green manufacturing, software-defined vehicles, cybersecurity, supply chain, and more.

Join AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony and Jan Griffiths, host of the Automotive Leaders Podcast for CAR MBS 2024 Unplugged. During the week of August 5th, 2024, Carl and Jan set up shop at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa and conducted a series of interviews during the 59th annual CAR MBS.

Industry experts and thought leaders interviewed by Carl and Jan for CAR MBS 2024 Unplugged include:

Tara Andringa, Executive Director of Partners for Automated Vehicle Education (PAVE)

Scott Tobin, CEO of Envorso

Collin Shaw, President of MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers

Bob Lee, Corporate Executive VP and Head of North America for LG Energy Solution

Judd Herzer, Mobility Director of Michigan State University

Pamposh Zutshi, Vice President of Product Strategy and Planning at WiTricity

Stefan Buerkle, Regional President, Cross Domain Computing Solutions at Bosch North America

Joe McCabe, CEO and President of AutoForecast Solutions

Dr. Robert K. McMahan, President of Kettering University

Kevin Gilleo, Vice President of Electronic Systems at Toyota Motor North America, Inc.

Special Guests: Tharunika Vasudevan, Andrew Nodge, and Liuyan He from Wayne State University and part of the Students@MBS program.

More Resources:

CAR Affiliate Program: https://tinyurl.com/4c4du9dt

CAR Students@MBS: https://tinyurl.com/2ay84f99

What Keeps Automotive Leaders Awake at Night? ft. Alan Amici of CAR

• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2tu9nwfd
• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/mpszfjcp

The Software-Defined Future of Automotive ft. Volvo Group, Ford of Europe, and AutoVision News Radio via Reuters Events:

• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/4z26vvfj
• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/w5yvjkxv

Definitions, Challenges & Considerations of SDVs ft. Intrepid Control Systems, Dataspeed, Keysight Technologies, and AutoVision News Radio:

• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/2dcekyea
• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/mr2vptvr

Gravitas Detroit: https://gravitasdetroit.com/

Automotive Leaders Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3kry7azt

Follow AutoVision News on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b