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In this episode, Alexander Rosen, Co-founder of DeepDrive, sits down with us to explore innovations in the Tier 1 automotive sector. From extending EV battery range to revolutionizing powertrain technology and intelligent modules that amalgamate numerous functions into a singular unit, we discuss how these innovations are not only disrupting the Tier 1 sector but enabling automakers by significantly reducing total cost of ownership, enhancing safety, and setting new standards in serviceability. 

As a co-founder of DeepDrive with vast research experience in wheel hub motors, fault-tolerant electric machines, and manufacturing technologies, Alexander played a pivotal role at Fraunhofer Institute before contributing to Bosch as a Senior Expert in Electrical Machines.

Special guest Matt Harden, AVP Business Development at AT&T, takes us on a drive down 5G lane. How is 5G enabling new vehicle functionalities and supporting mission-critical connected vehicle functions? What challenges are networks facing to support the shift to the software defined vehicle? And what does the future have in store for 5G and automotive?

Matt Harden, AVP Business Development, is responsible for AT&T Connected Solution’s Connected Car team. His team is responsible for managing each of AT&T’s OEM relationships from RFx, to contracting, to deploying, and supporting after launch. Matt joined AT&T as part of the Leadership Development Program in 2008. Since then, Matt has held positions in Network Operations, New Product Deployment, Business Solutions, and IoT Product Development. Matt serves on the board of two different 501c3 organizations, Hackin’ for Harden and the Navy Football Brotherhood, and also supports the US Naval Academy’s admission office as a Blue and Gold Officer representative in Georgia. Matt holds an MBA from the University of Georgia and a Bachelor of Science degree from The United States Naval Academy. Following graduation from the Naval Academy, he served 9 years on active duty and continues to serve in the reserves with multiple deployments in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom – Afghanistan, and Enduring Freedom – Philippines. Matt and Andreea have been married for 18 years and have 4 daughters.

Brian Carlson, Director of Global Product and Solutions Marketing at NXP, is back on Point B to continue his discussion on the evolution of SDVs, this time with a focus on software. How are new E/E architectures (discussed in last month’s episode) changing the way automakers do software? How are OEMs navigating this new world of OTA updates and full-vehicle data logging? What challenges must be overcome to ensure success?

Brian Carlson is responsible for global marketing of automotive processors and solutions at NXP Semiconductors. He focuses on enabling new innovations that can create new automotive industry business opportunities. He has over 30 years’ experience driving leading-edge, computing and communications products, with roles in product development, technology marketing, product management, and business development. He served as vice-chairman on the MIPI Alliance board of directors where he led the mobile charge into adjacent markets including automotive and IoT. Brian holds a Master’s of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Southern Methodist University.

Point B welcomes the Director of Global Product and Solutions Marketing at NXP, Brian Carlson, to discuss how new vehicle architectures are changing the world. What changes is the automotive industry seeing? Is there one vehicle architecture to rule them all (domain vs. zonal)? What are the implications of these shifts, and what are silicon providers doing to support and address them? 

Brian Carlson is responsible for global marketing of automotive processors and solutions at NXP Semiconductors. He focuses on enabling new innovations that can create new automotive industry business opportunities. He has over 30 years’ experience driving leading-edge, computing and communications products, with roles in product development, technology marketing, product management, and business development. He served as vice-chairman on the MIPI Alliance board of directors where he led the mobile charge into adjacent markets including automotive and IoT. Brian holds a Master’s of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Southern Methodist University.

In this episode of Point B, our host Steve Schwinke is joined by electric vehicle expert Peter Savagian to talk about EVs: where they started, where they stand now, and what to expect in the next five years.

Peter Savagian is the Principal and Founder of Electrified Future Inc. and a lecturer at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Prior to Electrified Future, Peter served as CTO at Canoo, SVP of Engineering for Ampaire, and SVP of Engineering at Faraday Future where he oversaw the technical development of its FF91 Beta and Gamma-level vehicles. Peter also spent 18 years at General Motors where he serves as General Director and Chief Engineer, responsible for Electrification Systems and Electric Drives product development. His work at GM brought electrification to GM automobiles and involved several innovations in architecture, hardware, software systems, new development systems, and new integration methods. Notably, Peter's work resulted in the first modern Electric Vehicle - the GM EV1. Peter finds his purpose in sustainable mobility and transportation, and actively works towards creating a cleaner future through innovations and initiatives, particularly in the EV sector.

Point B is a Sibros original podcast that looks under the hood at the latest innovations in automotive technology and how they are impacting the trajectory of the industry. In other words, how are we getting from where we are now, Point A, to the future, Point B? In these quick, bite-sized episodes, we interview industry experts on key topics like micromobility, connectivity, electric vehicles, autonomous vehicles, transportation 2.0, and more. 

In our premiere episode of Point B our guest moderator Jo Borras of Clean introduces the regular hosts of Point B: Michael Kara and Steve Schwinke. From being a kid obsessed with cars to a dad who found his hobby-calling as a DJ, these guys dive into what first brought them to the automotive industry, the issues they’ve encountered, and where the connected vehicle industry is headed.

Michael Kara is the Technical Solutions Manager at Sibros, managing the presales relationship for Sibros with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers worldwide. Prior to joining Sibros, Michael worked at HARMAN as a Partnership manager for Harman IGNITE as well as supporting HARMAN Redbend’s OTA solution in a pre-sales capacity. Earlier in his career, Michael spent over 20 years in technical workflow and business process consulting.

Steve Schwinke is Vice President of Customer Engagement at Sibros, working closely with OEMs and Tier One suppliers to accelerate their connected vehicle solutions. He is a pioneer in the industry having spent 22 years at General Motors as an original Executive member of the OnStar team designing their first 3-button system, developing and launching numerous industry-first connected vehicle products and services. He is a recognized expert in connected vehicle technology having served on the Executive Board of Directors for the Telecommunications Industry Association and has been awarded 34 patents involving telecommunications, telematics, and navigation. Steve holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan and a Master's of Science in Wireless Communication Systems from Santa Clara University.

Jo Borras is the regular host of CleanTechnica’s Clean Tech Talk & The Electrified News Podcast. He has over 20 years of industry experience including writing for major industry publications such as CleanTechnica, The Truth About Cars, Popular Mechanics, and more.