Driving the Future

Driving the Future is a podcast about where the automotive industry is going, and how not only to keep up with the rapidly changing business, but to shape it. Fueled by such factors as the climate crisis and the digital revolution, the automotive industry is changing. Whether we’re talking about autonomous cars and electric vehicles or the new customer experiences that digital technologies enable, whether it’s transforming from being an auto manufacturer into an organization that provides mobility services, the map of the industry is being re-drawn. Are you going to follow the path that others lay out, or grab the wheel and shape the future of mobility yourself? The promise of technology is big, but how do you get there? Driving the Future is a podcast by Capgemini. Web - https://www.capgemini.com/gb-en/insights/research-library/driving-the-future-a-podcast-series/Email - Podcasts.cor@capgemini.com

Driving the Future is a business podcast hosted by Capgemini, with 44 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Capgemini hosts Driving the Future, a business show with 44 episodes published.

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  Episode #46

  Software Driven Evolution : Connected Cars and Partnerships in Automotive

  Sep 26, 202528 minS0

  <p>In this episode of "Driving the Future," we dive deep into the software revolution transforming the automotive industry. Industry leaders from Renault, Valeo, Vector, and Jefferies share their perspectives on how software is becoming the foundation of the modern vehicle—reshaping everything from design and user experience to business models and investment strategies.</p><p>Discover how the shift to software-defined vehicles is driving unprecedented collaboration across OEMs, suppliers, and technology partners. Our guests discuss the challenges and opportunities of over-the-air updates, the need for new skills and faster innovation, and the evolving relationship between automakers, investors, and customers.</p>...

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  Episode #44

  Closing the Gap: Localizing Battery Production in Europe

  Jun 25, 202515 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Driving the Future, we bring you insights from Rising Star Speak by Automotive News Europe. Sebastian Wolf from Volkswagen’s PowerCo and Chiara Kalenberg from Capgemini discuss how localized battery production can accelerate Europe’s electric vehicle ambitions and help close the gap with dominant players like CATL.</p><p>They explore the regulatory challenges facing the industry, the transformative role of digital innovation, and the critical skills needed to build a resilient and sustainable battery ecosystem. Tune in to hear how collaboration, technology, and bold thinking are shaping the next chapter of Europe’s EV jou...

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  Episode #43

  Using real-time data to shape the future of connected cars with Tassilo Wirth & Christian Hummel

  May 21, 202528 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Driving the Future, Christian Hummel - Executive Vice President, Global</p><p>Head of Automotive at Capgemini Invent - shares with us how excited he is about the future</p><p>of the automotive as he believes it to be the industry which has seen the most change within</p><p>the last 20 years, with everything from energy, technology and digitalisation all changing and</p><p>presenting new challenges and ideas.</p><p>Christian is joined by Tassilo Wirth - Head of Data Analytics & Business Intelligence for the</p><p>Connected Car at BMW...

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  Episode #42

  Powering the future: Europe's battery revolution

  Apr 23, 202516 minS0

  <p>In this episode, we present insights from Rising Star Speak by Automotive News Europe. Join Florian Wunsch from UP Catalyst and Michael Mueller from Capgemini Engineering as they explore the critical shifts required for advancements in battery manufacturing. Discover their perspectives on sustainability, supply chain transformation, and the future of circular battery solutions and learn about the bold moves required to produce batteries at scale, the importance of innovation, and the collaborative efforts needed to drive the future of mobility. </p><p>Tune in to understand how these industry leaders are navigating the challenges and opportunities in the transition...

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  Episode #41

  Accelerating Change: the Future of Green Mobility

  Mar 20, 202516 minS0

  <p>This month, in the spirit of Women's Day, Driving the Future brings you a special episode featuring insights from two leaders shaping the future of automotive sustainability.</p><p>Join Cléa Martinet (Renault Group) and Laurence Noël (Capgemini, EVP, Head of Automotive) as they discuss groundbreaking strategies in sustainability—redefining circular economies, leveraging cutting-edge technology, and driving real change in the industry.</p><p>Tune in to hear how these trailblazers are making mobility greener, smarter, and more efficient for the future.</p><p>Courtsey - https://arcxp-prod.autonews.com/sponsored/in-the-drivers-seat/sustainability-in-motion-how-eurostars-clea-martinet-and-laurence-noel-are-driving-change/</p><p><br></p>

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