Automotive Insiders
Automotive Industry expert Jason Stein presents a podcast focused on the automotive industry. It launched in 2022 and covers various industry topics, trends, and projections that are impacting the future of automotive. Jason will interview some of the industry’s key thought leaders and industry insiders. The podcast will be available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and Pandora with new episodes that will be featured weekly.
Episodes
132 episodes
Strategies to Solve Shifting Contract Terms
On this episode of Automotive Insiders, Butzel’s Mitch Zajac breaks down the legal implications in today’s supply chain — from volume fluctuations and tariffs to force majeure clauses and sustainability mandates.
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13:49
A Look at the Future of Commercial Wheels
Accuride CEO Kent Jones joins Automotive Insiders to talk EVs, durability, smart coatings — and why the road ahead is built on lighter, tougher, more connected wheels..
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14:45
Charting the Course for the CV Future
What does the future of commercial vehicles look like in a world of electrification, AI, and shifting regulations? Allison Transmission’s John Coll and MEMA’s Collin Shaw join Automotive Insiders to break down the transformation already underwa...
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19:46
The Pitfalls of Uncertainty
Can North America stay competitive without long-term investment certainty? Michael Robinet of S&P Global joins Automotive Insiders to reveal what’s at stake for suppliers in an era of policy, tariff and EV whiplash.
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16:06
What’s next for EVs?
Is the EV revolution hitting the brakes? Dykema Senior Counsel Jay Logel joins Automotive Insiders to break down what shifting policies mean for suppliers on the front lines.
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16:02
What’s Changing the Game in Software?
Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein interviews Amarish Kapadia, Global Head of Sales & Product Strategy at MiNDCAN, to discuss how software can tackle cost, programs, sustainability, and CRM. It’s a platform designed by practitioners to el...
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10:01
Looking for Clarity Amid the Chaos
Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks to Mark Wakefield about AlixPartners’ 2025 Global Automotive Outlook, the consulting firm’s annual in-depth industry analysis. Automotive companies must pursue a wholesale transformation of their opera...
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15:42
Finding Clarity Amid Supplier Disruption
From raw material shortages to labor strikes and global conflicts, suppliers are getting squeezed. What contract provisions are most critical right now to help suppliers protect themselves against unforeseen disruptions? Warner Norcross + Judd ...
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11:31
South Carolina Regional III: The Impact of Cost Management for Suppliers
Matthew Smith, President and CEO of 3C Software, talks to Automotive Insider host Jason Stein about cost management strategies for suppliers, including the challenges of dealing with the current environment. This podcast is the third in a three...
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10:42
South Carolina Regional II: How CU-ICAR is Growing with the Industry
In part two of our three-part series from the MEMA OE South Carolina Regional Meeting, Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein interviews David Clayton, Executive Director, CU-ICAR, to talk about the expansion of the campus, its investment in the ...
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South Carolina Regional I: JTEKT’s Continued Rise in the U.S. South
Automotive Insiders takes the podcast on the road this week to talk investment in South Carolina’s growing automotive ecosystem. In part one of a three-part series from the MEMA OE South Carolina Regional Meeting, host Jason Stein sits down wit...
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11:23
The Opportunity of SDVs and Semiconductors
The semiconductor and software-defined vehicle space is changing at a lightning pace. Where are the next frontiers and what opportunities could emerge in the technology race? Mark Ng of Texas Instruments joins Automotive Insiders host Jason Ste...
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12:04
The Search for Certainty in Uncertain Times
Whether the issue is ICE vs. EVs, tariffs or the desire for more growth, the headwinds in the space are numerous for suppliers. What’s the best way to chart a path in an uncertain future? Brad Hehl, EY-Parthenon’s auto mobility practice leader,...
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11:49
An Earth Day Conversation About Sustainability
What are the goals and objectives on sustainability and where are the challenges. On this Earth Day, we take a closer look from the MEMA perspective and the supplier view with guests Bryan Russell, Senior Director of the MEMA Center for Sustain...
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12:22
The Real Cost of Tariffs
What are the trade tools being used in the tariff decisions and what is the planning that needs to occur in order to lower costs and reduce risk? Mark Ludwig, national leader of RSM’s trade and tariff advisory services, joins Automotive Insider...
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18:54
Navigating Product Liability
Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks with Katie Crysler, associate attorney at Warner Norcross and Judd, about the implications of product liability and how it is an increasing concern for suppliers. How can suppliers mitigate the risk of...
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12:00
The Logistical Complexity of Tariffs
Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks with Nick Schaefer of Automated Logistics Systems about the implications of tariffs on the logistics side of the industry. What are logistics companies seeing in response to tariffs? What are the...
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19:00
Spotlight Series: MEMA Board Member Jennifer Slater
Automotive Insiders launches a new program called “Spotlight Series” where host Jason Stein sits down with a MEMA Board Member to discuss the topics of the day. Collin Shaw, President of MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers, and Jennifer Slater, P...
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Inside the Chaos of Tariffs
As the industry marches closer to a tariff deadline, Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks to Michael Robinet is Vice President of Forecast Strategy at S&P Global Mobility. They talk about the April 2 deadline, USMCA renegotiation and ...
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16:22
Finding A Footing in the World of Sustainability
Suppliers which are looking for a pathway on sustainability have much to consider, including environmental, social and governance issues. In this episode, Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks to Mitch Zajac, shareholder at Butzel, about c...
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10:33
Battling Back Cybersecurity Threats
The threat of cybersecurity touches every area of the supply base. How to combat it in a world of dangerous activity? Just ahead of a MEMA event on Feb. 19, Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks to Gene Price and Matt Schantz, partners at ...
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17:55
The Supplier Scramble Amid Possible Tariffs
On the eve of possible tariffs, Automotive Insiders host Jason Stein talks to Alejandro Gomez and Vanessa Miller, partners at Foley & Lardner LLP, about the impact of trade policies and what suppliers can do strategically to protect themsel...
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16:26
Winning the Software-Defined Vehicle Battle
We kick off the year in a prelude to CES by talking to Sonatus Chief Marketing Officer Dr. John Heinlein about the future of the software-defined vehicle. What’s the future and where are the opportunities?
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