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🎙️This week, Oxa CEO, Gavin Jackson spoke with Jane Wakefield and UKTN on how autonomy will address the really hard challenges businesses and cities are facing with current transport technology. “I don’t think the world is necessarily calling out for self-driving cars and robotaxis today, what they are saying is 'I need goods to move around the world, I really need shared passenger transportation to continue or grow and be more accessible to more people.'” You can listen to the full conversation on the UKTN Podcast. #AutonomousVehicles #UKTN #FutureMobility`

Path to Autonomous Driving - From driver-only to robo-taxi https://lnkd.in/dhF5eGS

Advanced Air Mobility (AAM): Passenger vs. Cargo — Parallels with Robotaxis and Autonomous Trucks? 🛫 🚚 In summary: AAM passenger services will face significant initial hurdles due to high capital costs and regulatory requirements, akin to robotaxis, while AAM cargo will follow the smoother path of autonomous trucking, driven by immediate demand, lower public risk and favourable unit economics. Why? As AAM evolves, it's interesting to compare it to similar autonomous transportation models like Robotaxis and Autonomous Trucks. Here’s my point of view after listening to Chris Urmson (start at 43m27s): 🟢 AAM Passenger Operations vs. Robotaxis: Both AAM passenger services and robotaxis are exciting innovations, but the high capital cost of AAM (aircraft, infrastructure, and regulatory compliance) presents a significant barrier to entry. Just as robotaxis will struggle with profitability, AAM passenger operations will need to lower costs over time for widespread adoption. Will technology scale and capital costs decrease enough to see prices driven down to make them accessible to achieve the volume to make it profitable? It hasn't happened with helicopters. I think it will unprofitable for most—similar to how robotaxis are expected to evolve. 🔵 AAM Cargo Operations vs. Autonomous Trucks: On the cargo side, AAM has a stronger comparison to autonomous trucking. Both markets have immediate demand for moving goods more efficiently, and the larger unit economics help justify the investment in technology. AAM cargo, like autonomous trucks, will deliver clear logistical advantages, making freight transport safer, faster, and more cost-effective without the high barrier to entry that passenger operations face. In this podcast Chris Urmson discusses the autonomous trucking opportunity on the #pivotpodcast (start at 43m27s). Gary Vermaak, your thoughts? https://lnkd.in/ggfmkcwF #AAM #AutonomousTrucks #Robotaxis #eVTOL #CargoInnovation #Autonomy #Logistics #vertiports #FutureOfTransport #TransportationTechnology

The Kodiak Driver doesn't need maps to localize. Autonomous systems have traditionally used highly detailed, dense, and difficult-to-update high-definition maps as the ground truth. The Kodiak Driver takes a different approach. Our CEO, Don Burnette, joined Tasha Keeney, CFA and Daniel Maguire, ACA on ARK Investment Management LLC's "FYI" podcast, explaining how this strategy has allowed us to adapt easily and quickly to different environments, including off-road driving. Learn how we're building technology that enables us to safely adapt and scale at an unprecedented speed. https://lnkd.in/guWPEQbF

Can we expect robotaxies in the near future? Andy Palmer, former Aston Martin CEO and the man behind the Nissan Leaf, weighs in on autonomous driving and what it will take to make these technologies a safe and realistic option. New episode of Cleaning Up out now with Michael Liebreich on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts #cleaninguppod

Beep, Inc. Chief Revenue Officer, Toby McGraw, joined Jim Frazer, host of ARC Advisory Group's The Sustainability Podcast, for a conversation focused on the challenges and opportunities in the autonomous vehicle industry and some of Beep’s latest autonomous shuttle deployments. Learn more about how Beep is prioritizing sustainability in its mobility solutions below. #Sustainability #AutonomousVehicles #Mobility #Podcast

Exploring the Future of Mobility with Gridwise's Ryan Green   In an insightful discussion on our latest podcast, Ryan Green from Gridwise shares how gig economy dynamics are profoundly influencing the mobility sector. He elaborates on the vital data analytics that Gridwise provides, aiding gig workers in maximizing earnings and enhancing operational efficiency. Ryan also discusses the future of transportation, highlighting the role of autonomous vehicles and innovative delivery systems. This conversation is a must-watch for professionals interested in the intersection of technology, gig work, and urban mobility.   Listen to the entire episode: YouTube: http://bit.ly/3kuUTLp Audio: https://lnkd.in/grqBvfpx Web: https://bit.ly/3OheLho If you would like to be a guest on the show contact: namarketing@avl.com #Gridwise #GigEconomy #Mobility #FutureOfWork #TransportationInnovation #AutonomousVehicles #UrbanMobility #ProfessionalNetworking #podcasting #automotiveindustry #avl 

🎙️ I had the chance to join Stephan A. Tarnutzer, MBA on Reimagine Mobility Podcast, where we dived deep into the future of mobility. We discussed how the gig economy is transforming mobility and Gridwise's role in empowering gig workers and reshaping mobility. 🚗 We also covered insights on autonomous vehicles and innovative delivery systems! 🚀  #FutureOfMobility #Gridwise

In our latest podcast, Rene and I discuss what's holding back a resumption in China-European flights and when they might return to pre-pandemic levels. We also look at the recent explosion of IPO applications by China's booming but money-losing autonomous driving technology companies