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Welcome to the MotoManTV Podcast, the reimagined version of Inside the MotoMan Studio. Join MotoMan for in-depth conversations with the key people shaping the automotive, tech & business worlds. From CEOs and legendary designers to race car drivers, we bring you the human stories behind the cars we love along with a glimpse into the future. Subscribe for new episodes every week. For more driving adventures, visit the #MotoManTV Cars channel @ https://www.youtube.com/@MMTVCars Or catch our short form content @ https://x.com/MotoManTV https://www.instagram.com/motomantv #MotoManTVPodcast

  1. The Man Behind the Chiron & Huracán Built His Own Car Company • Sasha Selipanov | MotoMan Podcast #012

    FEB 25

    The Man Behind the Chiron & Huracán Built His Own Car Company • Sasha Selipanov | MotoMan Podcast #012

    In this episode of the MotoMan Podcast, Sasha Selipanov shares the story behind some of the most important modern performance cars — and why he ultimately left the biggest automotive brands to start his own company. From growing up in 1990s Russia and sketching cars as a kid, to shaping icons like the Lamborghini Huracán and Bugatti Chiron, Sasha reveals the tension between engineering and design inside major OEMs, the creative realities of studio life, and what he learned working with Ferdinand Piëch and Koenigsegg. The conversation then shifts to Sasha’s next chapter: founding Nilu and creating the Nilu 27 — a car built around analog driving, a manual transmission, and a philosophy that challenges the industry’s shift toward automation and AI. If you’re interested in how iconic cars are created — and what it takes to build a new automotive brand from scratch — this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:50 - Cars that became real 00:05:06 - Sketching Lamborghinis 00:06:46 - Formative Years 00:09:46 - Collecting Bullets 00:11:55 - Art center 00:12:40 - Meeting Inna 00:14:14 - Sketching Cars as kid 00:17:11 - 90's living in Russia 00:20:35 - From Volkswagen to Koenigsegg 00:21:59 - The Huracan 00:23:41 - The Chiron 00:28:11 - Studio vs Big Car Company's 00:29:37 - Ferdinand Piëch 00:35:56 - Engineering vs Designing 00:37:47 - Going into Genesis 00:42:22 - Koenigsegg 00:45:30 - Committee approach or dictatorship 00:47:27 - His experience at Koenigsegg 00:48:59 - Car production in Sweden 00:50:52 - Koenigsegg Gemera and CC850 00:54:02 - Sketches vs Reality 00:55:38 - Sketching thinking on a production level 00:57:18 - AI in the Automobile industry 00:59:47 - Life after Koenigsegg 01:02:15 - Starting a car company 01:05:08 - Getting Investors 01:07:45 - Throwing back to basis 01:12:35 - Nilu Engine Manufacturers/Hartley Engines 01:14:09 - Nilu 27 01:21:52 - Nilu's Manual transmission/Cima 01:24:27 - Challenges 01:28:07 - The Nilu Reception 01:31:09 - The choices he made 01:33:36 - Final Thoughts #MotoManPodcast #SashaSelipanov #CarDesign #Hypercar #Nilu27 #Koenigsegg #Bugatti #Lamborghini #AutomotiveDesign #ManualTransmission #Supercar #CarDesigner #CarPodcast #MotoManTV #NILU27 #CarDesign #BugattiChiron #Koenigsegg #V12 #ManualTransmission For driving adventures & car reviews, before sure to visit us @ https://www.youtube.com/@MMTVCars Download the MotoManTV Podcast @https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motomantv-podcast/id1836304387 https://open.spotify.com/show/0V4AKzLYrZc6rNCF23kwOt https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/90ba9b31-fe69-4baf-817d-cb3816a33c21/motomantv-podcast Connect with our Short Form content here: https://www.instagram.com/motomantv/ https://x.com/MotoManTV Proudly shot on Sony’s Cinema line of Cameras

    1h 35m
  2. The "Tesla Mistake": Why Hyundai is Bringing Back Buttons • Brad Arnold | MotoMan Podcast # 011

    11/20/2025

    The "Tesla Mistake": Why Hyundai is Bringing Back Buttons • Brad Arnold | MotoMan Podcast # 011

    Hyundai is on a design tear — from the IONIQ 5 N to the bold new “Art of Steel” Hyundai Crater Adventure Concept. But what’s really driving Hyundai’s rise? In this episode of the MotoMan Podcast, Hyundai Americas Design Director Brad Arnold sits down with MotoMan for a deep dive into the real story behind Hyundai’s design revolution. Brad shares how he went from “not a car guy” to leading design at one of the world’s most aggressive automotive studios. He opens up about his time at ArtCenter, the brutal reality of design school (including sleeping in a Chevy S10), and the surprising work ethic of car designers. He also tells incredible behind-the-scenes stories — including how the Hyundai Chairman personally saved the IONIQ 5, why Hyundai brings back physical buttons while others chase screens, and what really happened in GM’s secret design studio. Plus: Brad reveals exclusive details about the new Hyundai Crater Adventure Concept, the future of Hyundai EV design, and whether Hyundai is finally preparing a real off-road, Jeep competitor. If you’re into car design, Hyundai’s rise, or the unexpected in the car world — this is one you don’t want to miss. Chapters 00:00 From "Not a Car Guy" to Hyundai Design Manager04:06 Growing Up with Honda Racing & Motorcycles06:00 Discovering ArtCenter & The "Night Program"10:36 The Hyundai Meritocracy: Why the Best Idea Wins12:13 Leaving for GM: Inside the Secret "Transformers" Studio16:33 Returning to Hyundai: The Genesis & Luc Donckerwolke Era21:15 Teaching at ArtCenter: How Students Have Changed26:11 Sleeping in a Chevy S10: The Brutal Reality of Design School28:09 The Shocking Work Ethic Difference: US vs. China33:08 How the Chairman Saved the IONIQ 535:17 Why Hyundai Designs Are So Aggressive41:37 First Look: The New "Art of Steel" Adventure Concept45:23 Making EVs Fun: The IONIQ 5 N47:50 Why Hyundai is Bringing Back Physical Buttons53:21 SangYup Lee’s Regrets Designing the Camaro56:38 Imposter Syndrome in Car Design1:00:54 Can Hyundai Build a Real Off-Roader? #Hyundai #HyundaiDesign #Ioniq5 #Ioniq5N #GenesisDesign #CarDesign #AutoDesign #EVDesign #HyundaiIoniq #HyundaiEV #MotoManPodcast #MotoManTV #BradArnold #ArtCenter #HyundaiCrater #HyundaiCraterConcept For driving adventures & car reviews, before sure to visit us @ https://www.youtube.com/@MMTVCars Download the MotoManTV Podcast @ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motomantv-podcast/id1836304387 https://open.spotify.com/show/0V4AKzLYrZc6rNCF23kwOt https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/90ba9b31-fe69-4baf-817d-cb3816a33c21/motomantv-podcast Connect with us here: https://www.instagram.com/motomantv/ https://x.com/MotoManTV Proudly shot on Sony’s Cinema line of Cameras

    1h 4m
  3. They Sent ARMED TROOPS to Steal My $2B Supercar Factory • Steve Saleen | MotoMan Podcast #010

    11/12/2025

    They Sent ARMED TROOPS to Steal My $2B Supercar Factory • Steve Saleen | MotoMan Podcast #010

    In this episode of the MotoMan Podcast, we sit down with Steve Saleen — racing legend, car builder, and the man behind some of the most iconic American performance cars ever made. From selling his house to go racing… to building the original Saleen Mustang… to secretly engineering the Dodge Viper and manufacturing the 2005 Ford GT, Steve shares stories few have ever heard — including the rise and collapse of his $2 billion China venture, complete with a hostile takeover and 500 stolen patents. This is the untold story of America’s Supercar pioneer, told in Steve’s own words. Chapters: 0:00 How Far Would You Go to Chase a Dream? 1:50 Welcoming Racing Legend Steve Saleen 3:56 Growing Up in Southern California Car Culture 4:54 The 1956 Porsche That Started It All 6:26 Why He Sold His Porsche for a Shelby Mustang 8:03 My First Shelby: The "Cobra Kai" Car & 4-Foot Flames 11:20 The Near-Fatal Crash: "I Went Off a 200ft Cliff" 16:33 The Hard Lesson & Building a Race Car from a $300 Shell 17:53 My First Race: "The Worst Possible Thing Happened... I Won" 20:23 I Sold My House to Buy a Formula Atlantic Race Car 24:28 The Pivot: From Pro Racer to Car Builder 26:28 Ford’s SVO Plan & Why "America Wants a V8" 30:11 The Original Saleen Business Plan: Fund Racing 32:19 My Sister Funded the First Saleen Mustang 36:03 Debut Race: A Corvette Landed On My Hood 40:09 The Genius Move: Selling WITH a Full Ford Warranty 45:04 How the Ford Probe Almost Replaced the Mustang 48:03 The Saleen SC & The Pain of EPA Certification 52:04 The Big Secret: Steve Saleen Built the Dodge Viper 53:01 Surprise #2: Saleen Built the 2005 Ford GT 56:42 Creating the Saleen S7 Supercar 59:49 How the S7 Was Designed: No Clay, Straight to Carbon Fiber 1:02:23 How the S7 Won Saleen the Ford GT Contract 1:06:15 The Ford GT Engine Debate: V10 vs. Supercharged V8 1:08:23 Manufacturing the Ford GT with the UAW 1:11:22 Ford GT Pricing: I Wanted $200k, Ford Said $129k 1:15:41 The China Venture: Building a Global Car Company 1:18:49 The 850-Acre, 500,000-Car/Year Factory 1:21:21 The Global Plan: EV, SUV, and the Saleen S1 1:24:26 The Perfect Storm: How the China Deal Imploded 1:25:21 Hostile Takeover: "They Sent in Armed Troops" 1:27:31 The Aftermath: $2B Lawsuit & 500 Stolen Patents 1:31:39 What Is Saleen Doing Today? 1:33:04 The New Saleen Mustang & Truck Lineup 1:37:46 What's Next: The Saleen S1 and S11 Supercar 1:39:08 Curating the "Birth of the American Supercar" Exhibit 1:47:48 "American Idol" for a Car: Fans Vote on the S11 Design 1:50:00 Collector Talk: The 2005 Ford GT's Value 1:55:46 The Three Events That Defined Steve Saleen #SteveSaleen #FordGT #SaleenS7 #DodgeViper #SaleenMustang #MotoManPodcast #AmericanSupercar For driving adventures & car reviews, before sure to visit us @ https://www.youtube.com/@MMTVCars Download the MotoManTV Podcast @https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motomantv-podcast/id1836304387 https://open.spotify.com/show/0V4AKzLYrZc6rNCF23kwOt https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/90ba9b31-fe69-4baf-817d-cb3816a33c21/motomantv-podcast Connect with us here: https://www.instagram.com/motomantv/ https://x.com/MotoManTV Proudly shot on Sony’s Cinema line of Cameras

    1h 57m
  4. The EV Transition Was a Cynical Failure • Jack Baruth | MotoMan Podcast #009

    10/29/2025

    The EV Transition Was a Cynical Failure • Jack Baruth | MotoMan Podcast #009

    What really killed America’s optimism — and car culture along with it? In this explosive new episode, MotoMan sits down with Jack Baruth — automotive journalist, racer, and one of the most outspoken voices in the car world — for an unfiltered conversation about everything wrong (and right) in today’s auto industry. From telling off David Spade at the Tower Bar to why the Lincoln Mark VIII represented the last great moment of American optimism, Jack opens up about how we lost the plot — and how car enthusiasm might still make a comeback. They dive deep into: 🚗 The real reason young people can’t afford cars⚡ Why the “inevitable” EV transition failed🇨🇳 Whether China is dumping cheap EVs on the world🏎️ How modern racing killed car culture💥 Why Jack says Porsche has lost its soul🇺🇸 And 3 positive signs that American car culture isn’t dead yet If you love cars, hate buzzwords, and miss honesty in automotive media — this is the interview you’ve been waiting for. Chapters: 0:00 Intro: Jack Baruth Unfiltered 2:17 The Most Controversial Guest Arrives 3:31 Jack's Resume: From Ford Credit to Philosophy 4:59 Why the Car Business is "Working in Dreams" 5:47 The Lincoln Mark VIII: A Symbol of Lost Optimism 8:10 Selling the Legendary Infiniti Q45 Active 10:00 Story: Telling Off David Spade at the Tower Bar 12:15 What Killed America's Optimism? 12:56 The Real Reason Young People Can't Afford Cars 14:54 "Interest in cars is a function of what's available." 15:52 Why Jack Baruth Hates the 1000hp Corvette 16:10 Jack Roasts Toyota's Entire GR Sports Car Lineup 18:12 The "Inevitable" EV Transition Was a Huge Failure 19:56 What is the First True Enthusiast EV? 20:46 The $75,000 EV: A Huge Missed Opportunity 23:27 The #1 Thing EVs Need to Succeed (It's Not Range) 26:13 Are Auto Journalists Just Shills for China? 26:58 Why the Chinese Auto Model Will NEVER Work in the US 31:39 Is China "Dumping" Cheap EVs on the World? 35:48 The Biggest Dumper: The US Government 36:15 GM Takes a $1.6 BILLION Loss on EVs 41:01 A Side of Jack You've Never Seen 45:09 3 Positive Signs for the Future of Car Culture 45:19 1: Stellantis $16B Bet on US Manufacturing 46:51 2: The Hemi is NOT Dead 47:52 The "Made in America" Comeback is Real 53:47 How EVs Secretly Killed the Affordable Small Car 58:05 "The root of car enthusiasm is young men." 59:06 Why is Car Culture "Good for America"? 59:23 The Auto Industry's Failed Duty to Young Men 1:02:46 The Chevy Trax Ad: A Dream for Women, Nothing for Men 1:06:12 Bold Claim: The Auto Industry's Job is to Give Men an Identity 1:08:20 Cletus McFarland is Right 1:11:35 Orwell's 1984: Have We Been Taught to See 5 Fingers? 1:14:05 What Changed Jack Baruth? 1:17:51 Jack's BRUTAL Takedown of Modern Porsche 1:18:25 "Porsche is a company without a soul." 1:21:26 "Porsche = Audi with a fancy nose" 1:23:13 Porsche is the Rolex of Cars (Artificial Scarcity) 1:24:54 The Problem with "Destination Cars" (GT3) 1:30:26 The Mythical Manual Pontiac 6000 STE 1:31:36 3 Positives & 3 Pitfalls for American Car Culture 1:35:46 Pitfall 1: Massive R&D Debt from the EV Pivot 1:38:44 Pitfall 2: Racing is Dying (It's Too Expensive) 1:41:42 "Car culture is downstream from racing." 1:42:51 Final Word: Car Enthusiasm is for Everyone #MotoManTVPodcast #JackBaruth #CarCulture #EVs #Porsche #AutomotiveIndustry #MadeInAmerica #CarEnthusiast #ElectricCars #AutoIndustry #AmericanCars For driving adventures & car reviews, before sure to visit us @ https://www.youtube.com/@MMTVCars Download the MotoManTV Podcast @ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motomantv-podcast/id1836304387 https://open.spotify.com/show/0V4AKzLYrZc6rNCF23kwOt https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/90ba9b31-fe69-4baf-817d-cb3816a33c21/motomantv-podcast Connect with us here: https://www.instagram.com/motomantv/ https://x.com/MotoManTV Proudly shot on Sony’s Cinema line of Cameras

    1h 44m
  5. Cadillac’s Next Chapter: Design, ICE Cars & the Future Beyond Escalade • Bob Boniface | MotoMan Podcast #008

    10/22/2025

    Cadillac’s Next Chapter: Design, ICE Cars & the Future Beyond Escalade • Bob Boniface | MotoMan Podcast #008

    In this episode, MotoMan sits down with Bob Boniface, Design Director of  @Cadillac , for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of Cadillac design and the brand’s next chapter beyond the CELESTIQ and Escalade. Bob shares his journey from  @buick  to Cadillac, insights on leading a design team through the EV transition, and why Cadillac is not abandoning internal combustion just yet. From the evolution of American luxury design to what opportunities lie ahead for Cadillac, this episode dives deep into how the brand plans to stay relevant — and aspirational — in a changing automotive world.Chapters:0:00 Intro: Bob Boniface - Cadillac's Design Mastermind0:16 Back to Cadillac: Bob Boniface Returns!0:48 Designing the Buick Wildcat: A New Face1:12 Evolution of an Icon: Reimagining the Cadillac Crest1:42 How a Design Sketch Changed Buick Forever2:30 Inside GM: Cadillac's Unique Standards & Processes3:30 The Cadillac Difference: Material & Switchgear Secrets4:30 Non-Negotiable Design: Sheet Metal Quality Matters5:50 Why Subtle Details Make or Break Luxury Design7:30 Unconventional Path: From Econ Major to Car Designer9:15 Breaking In: Bob's Internship Journey (ASC & Chrysler)9:58 Secret Origin: Designing the Impala SS Concept11:15 Chrysler's "Justice League": Working with Legends12:12 Creating an Icon: The Chrysler 300 Story14:38 Joining GM: Designing the 5th Gen Camaro Concept16:55 Concept King: Crafting the Chevy Volt17:28 Best & Worst Career Moments: Camaro & Volt Insights18:10 Childhood Obsession: How Bob Started Drawing Cars19:00 Earliest Cadillac Memory: The '66 Grille Imprint20:10 Q&A: Getting Into Car Design School21:10 Why a Late Start Helped Bob's Design Career23:15 Buick Wildcat: Gauging Public Reaction & Impact24:20 Buick & China: Why is This Market So Crucial?25:45 What is GM Doing RIGHT Today? Bob Explains26:50 Defining Cadillac: Proportions, Stance & Presence28:30 Keeping the Momentum: Cadillac's Design Future31:05 EV vs. ICE: Balancing Cadillac's Powertrain Strategy33:00 Flexible Future: GM's Architecture Advantage33:45 The Coupe Conundrum: Why Sedans/Coupes Struggle35:35 Is a Modern Cadillac Eldorado Possible?37:05 Celestiq is Just the Beginning: What's Next?37:45 Bob's Current Focus: Leading Cadillac Design39:10 Bob's Wishlist: Bigger Wheels, Better Stance!40:00 Q&A: What Defines a TRUE Cadillac Flagship?40:50 Final Thoughts & Wrap Up#BobBoniface #Cadillac #MotoManPodcast #GeneralMotors #GMDesign #CadillacCELESTIQ #CELESTIQ #CadillacEscalade #AutomotiveDesign #CarDesign #ICEcars #EV #FutureofCadillac #LuxuryCars #AutoIndustry #DesignDirector #TransportationDesignFor driving adventures & car reviews, before sure to visit us  @MMTVCars Download the MotoManTV Podcast @https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motomantv-podcast/id1836304387https://open.spotify.com/show/0V4AKzLYrZc6rNCF23kwOthttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/90ba9b31-fe69-4baf-817d-cb3816a33c21/motomantv-podcastConnect with us here:https://www.instagram.com/motomantv/https://x.com/MotoManTVProudly shot on Sony’s Cinema line of Cameras

    41 min
  6. He Left a Dream Job at Mazda to Build a Car Company From NOTHING • Derek Jenkins | MotoMan Podcast 007

    10/15/2025

    He Left a Dream Job at Mazda to Build a Car Company From NOTHING • Derek Jenkins | MotoMan Podcast 007

    MotoMan sits down with Lucid Motors' Senior VP of Brand and Design, Derek Jenkins, for an unfiltered discussion. We talk about the launch of the Lucid Air, the Gravity SUV, the company's funding journey, and Derek's career through VW, Audi and Mazda. Plus, a deeply personal conversation about his car collection and surviving the Malibu Fires.Chapters:0:00 He Walked Away From His Dream Job for an EV Startup2:31 The Secret Pitch That Lured Derek Jenkins from Mazda to Lucid5:31 The Ex-Tesla Team That Convinced Him Lucid Could Win6:49 Sedan vs SUV: Lucid's First High-Stakes Debate9:29 Why Lucid Had to Be a Luxury Car Company10:46 Catching a Falling Knife: Why Lucid Gambled on the Sedan12:11 The Surprising German Super Sedan Lucid Targeted14:50 Naming a Car Company is Scarier Than Designing a Car19:15 From Sketching Cars to Building a Brand's DNA22:42 Bob Lutz: The One EV I'd Buy is a Lucid Air24:04 Why Lucid Took Money From Saudi Arabia (Not China)28:16 Lucid's Secret Plan to Be More Than a Car Company30:16 Can a Luxury Brand Also Power Uber & Your House?34:52 The Lucid Gravity SUV Was Always Part of the Master Plan36:41 From Millions to Billions: The Shocking Cost to Launch a Car39:02 Is the Gravity SUV Already Outselling the Air Sedan?40:53 The Real Reason Lucid Built its Factory in Arizona46:52 From Surf Kid to Legendary Car Designer51:22 How Valet Parking Led to a 28-Year Marriage52:48 The Story Behind the Groundbreaking Audi A2 Design56:47 Derek Jenkins' Hidden Role in the VW New Beetle1:00:05 Devastating Loss: His Self-Built Malibu Home & Car Collection1:02:25 The One Car That Miraculously Survived the Fire1:15:47 Using Lucid Tech to Restore His Classic Lotus Esprit1:18:02 Why He Really Left Volkswagen for Mazda1:20:14 Inside the Design Bake-Off for the ND Mazda Miata1:26:26 REVEALED: Lucid's Next Car to Compete with Tesla Model Y1:32:17 A Designer's Total Control: Cars, Showrooms & Marketing1:34:15 Analog vs Digital: A Battle for the Soul of the Luxury Car1:38:29 Will Lucid's Next Platform Leapfrog Porsche's Charging Tech?1:41:29 The 3 Keys to a Legendary Career in Car Design#LucidMotors #LucidAir #LucidGravity #DerekJenkins #MotoManTVPodcast #EVDesign #ElectricCars #CarDesign #Lucid #Future of Cars #Automotive Design, #CarDesigners #LucidMotorsSaudiArabia #PIFSaudiArabiaFor driving adventures & car reviews, before sure to visit us @ https://www.YouTube.com/@MMTVCarsDownload the MotoManTV Podcast @https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motomantv-podcast/id1836304387https://open.spotify.com/show/0V4AKzLYrZc6rNCF23kwOthttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/90ba9b31-fe69-4baf-817d-cb3816a33c21/motomantv-podcastConnect with us here:https://www.instagram.com/motomantv/https://x.com/MotoManTVProudly shot on location at https://www.instagram.com/sbcustomsandexotics/

    1h 47m
  7. Jeff Bezos' $25,000 EV Truck Has One Fatal Flaw • Jeff Jablansky | MotoMan Podcast 006

    10/08/2025

    Jeff Bezos' $25,000 EV Truck Has One Fatal Flaw • Jeff Jablansky | MotoMan Podcast 006

    In this episode of the MotoManTV Podcast, we discuss the $25,000 EV Revolution: Slate Auto's Customizable EV Pickup. Is this the electric pickup that finally makes EVs accessible for everyone? The Slate Auto is an ultra-minimal, $25,000 electric workhorse with a radical plan: let the owner decide what their truck should be. In this special podcast episode, we dive deep with Jeff Jablansky of Slate into the philosophy and engineering behind the blank Slate. We discuss: The Radical Price: Can the $25,000 EV Pickup win over buyers as the government incentives end?Modularity & Customization: From a two-seat work truck to a full five-seat SUV, the Slate can transform. We explore the add-on kits, 3D-printed accessories, and DIY personalization.The 'Anti-Tech' Approach: Why a minimalist interior with crank windows and no giant screen is a feature, not a bug.Range & Specs: A look at the battery options, mileage, and utility.The Jeff Bezos Connection: What does the Amazon founder's backing mean for this new EV startup?Whether you're an EV skeptic, a truck enthusiast, or just looking for an affordable vehicle, the Slate Auto is a game-changer. Tune in! Chapters: 0:00 Intro: Can This New American Car Company Save Us From $50,000 Cars?  2:37 Why a Top Kia Exec Left to Join a Startup  4:10 What is Slate? The Mission to Make Cars Affordable Again  5:50 A $25k EV Truck That Becomes an SUV? Slate Explained  7:09 The "Bring Your Own Screen" & 3D Printed Parts Concept  12:13 Slate's Real Mission: Bringing Manufacturing Back to the USA  16:29 Building an Automotive "Dream Team" from Volvo, Harley & More  18:49 How Slate Plans to Survive Without EV Tax Credits  24:06 Slate vs. Ford Maverick: The Battle for the Affordable Truck  25:07 Slate's Secret Weapon: The Harley-Davidson Playbook  31:10 Who is Funding Slate? The Jeff Bezos Connection  35:45 SWOT Analysis: Is a Two-Door Truck a Mistake?  39:34 SWOT Analysis: No AWD & Limited Range... Big Problems?  42:56 Why Show a $25k Truck at Pebble Beach?  44:38 Slate's Range Strategy: Why a Smaller Battery Makes Sense  51:24 The Live Demo: Turning a Truck into an SUV in 45 Minutes  56:28 Will Slate Offer Financing?  57:42 The Coming Threat: Ford & Toyota Enter the Fight  59:31 Inside the Slate Factory: From Phone Books to EV Trucks  1:08:33 Outro: What's Your Slate SWOT Analysis? #MotoManTV #SlateAuto #EVPickup #ElectricTruck #EVStartup #MadeInUSA #ElectricVehicles #Tesla #Rivian #CarPodcast #AutoIndustry #EVInnovation #FutureOfCars For driving adventures & car reviews, before sure to visit us @ https://www.youtube.com/@MMTVCars Download the MotoManTV Podcast @ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motomantv-podcast/id1836304387 https://open.spotify.com/show/0V4AKzLYrZc6rNCF23kwOt https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/90ba9b31-fe69-4baf-817d-cb3816a33c21/motomantv-podcast Connect with us here: https://www.instagram.com/motomantv/ https://x.com/MotoManTV Proudly shot on Sony’s Cinema line of Cameras

    1h 10m
  8. GM's 2008 Mistake, The EV Lie & The Collapse of Car Media • Craig Cole | MotoMan Podcast 005

    10/01/2025

    GM's 2008 Mistake, The EV Lie & The Collapse of Car Media • Craig Cole | MotoMan Podcast 005

    In this episode of the MotoManTV Podcast, automotive journalist Craig Cole joins us to break down the changing world of car media. From EV startups like Slate shaking up the industry to the evolution of automotive journalism, we explore where the industry has been, where it’s going, and what it means for enthusiasts, journalists, and automakers alike. Craig shares his candid thoughts on: The rise of EV startups and how they’re disrupting the automotive worldThe state of automotive media and how journalism has changed since 2015What the future holds for car coverage, journalism, and content creators If you care about cars, media, or the industry’s future, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. 🔔 Don’t forget to rate/review & subscribe to the MotoManTV Podcast for more in-depth conversations with leaders, journalists, and insiders shaping the automotive world. Chapters: 0:00 Intro: Craig Cole  1:52 The Biggest Change in the Auto Industry This Year  2:37 The Pivot From EVs to Hybrids  3:37 Corvette ZR1: A Stroke of Genius or a Big Mistake? 6:13 Corvette is CRUSHING the Competition | C8 Sales Numbers  9:33 Introducing Auto Esoterica with Craig Cole  13:30 GM's Risky EV Sales Strategy: A Repeat of 2008?  16:36 Did Toyota Just Make a HUGE Mistake with EVs?  21:51 How the Corvette Finally Became a 'Cool' Car  24:43 The Bugatti Tourbillon Makes a Rolls-Royce Feel Cheap 29:18 The BIG Problem with Screens in Modern Cars  37:12 Will Jeff Bezos's Car Company (Slate) Succeed?  44:28 Is Toyota Losing Its Reliability Crown?  50:48 Inside the World of Bugatti Owners: Renting NASA & F1 Tracks  55:18 The Collapse of Automotive Media  1:04:02 Outro: A Special Award #CraigCole, #EVstartups, #automotivemedia, #automotivejournalism, #carjournalism, #mediadisruption, #EVindustry, #MotoManTV, #carindustry2025, #futureofcars For driving adventures & car reviews, before sure to visit us @ https://www.youtube.com/@MMTVCars Download the MotoManTV Podcast @https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motomantv-podcast/id1836304387 https://open.spotify.com/show/0V4AKzLYrZc6rNCF23kwOt https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/90ba9b31-fe69-4baf-817d-cb3816a33c21/motomantv-podcast Connect with us here: https://www.instagram.com/motomantv/ https://x.com/MotoManTV Proudly shot on Sony’s Cinema line of Cameras

    1h 6m
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Welcome to the MotoManTV Podcast, the reimagined version of Inside the MotoMan Studio. Join MotoMan for in-depth conversations with the key people shaping the automotive, tech & business worlds. From CEOs and legendary designers to race car drivers, we bring you the human stories behind the cars we love along with a glimpse into the future. Subscribe for new episodes every week. For more driving adventures, visit the #MotoManTV Cars channel @ https://www.youtube.com/@MMTVCars Or catch our short form content @ https://x.com/MotoManTV https://www.instagram.com/motomantv #MotoManTVPodcast

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