Simulation optimization. Generative design. Predictive algorithms. These AI-powered activities can “automate the mundane” and transform the way engineers work, for the better. . As a forerunner in digitalization and automation, Siemens co-creates with customers across all industries to address highly complex challenges. By harnessing data and connecting the real and digital worlds, Siemens is using AI to increase operational efficiencies and accelerate the development of aerospace and defense applications. . To learn more, we sat down with Todd Tuthill, Vice President, Aerospace & Defense Industry, Siemens, to discuss how the company is integrating AI and other advanced technologies to take the aerospace industry to the next level of efficiency—and how that will multiply the impact of engineers by freeing them to focus on what they do best. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

With all the hype around battery EVs, what role will hydrogen propulsion play in the future of sustainable transportation? The answer is a significant one, especially in the heavy-duty truck market.  . Listen in as Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, sits down with Steve Mathison, Vice President and Hydrogen Technologies Fellow at FirstElement Fuel and sponsor of SAE Standard J2601/5 to discuss why large trucks, particularly Class 8, are ideal for hydrogen propulsion—and what we can expect from hydrogen-powered medium and heavy-duty vehicles over the next decade.  . For more information about the evolution of sustainability, head on over to sustainablecareers.sae.org. There you can read about how the Mercedes eSprinter electric delivery van will be a force for creating jobs.  . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform.  . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

The best way to bring safety and scalability into eVTOL flight is to do so autonomously. Why? Because increased automation doesn’t eliminate humans, it allows them to focus on higher level tasks that make scaling air taxis safer and more accessible. . That’s the vision behind Wisk Aero, an urban air-mobility company on a mission to leave traffic on the ground and make sustainable, autonomous flight a reality for everyday life. The company is building and certifying the world’s first autonomous eVTOL aircraft for commercial passenger use and working with the FAA on a type certification program. . To learn more, we sat down with Brian Yutko, CEO, Wisk Aero, to discuss the company’s critical interface between autonomy and human oversight, working with the FAA from a regulatory standpoint, the strategic advantages of the Wisk’s aircraft design, and the future of autonomous eVTOL flight. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

Each year, the U.S. needs roughly 400,000 new engineers. Projections estimate that nearly one-third of these roles will remain unfilled each year through at least 2030. What’s worse? There's $450 billion of lost economic output at risk.  . To address this dire need, Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and SAE International are working together to find new and creative ways to close the gap. The 40 by 30 initiative aims to boost the number of women in engineering roles to 40% by 2030, and along the way, open up pathways for all individuals who are interested in training, upskilling, and shifting across engineering disciplines.  . To learn more, we sat down with SAE Board Member and Trustee, Joan Wills, Executive Director, Software & Electronics Engineering, Cummins Inc., and Sibley Nebergall (Lovett), Partner, BCG, to understand the challenges, the opportunities, and how a public-private partnership can strengthen the engineering talent pipeline. It’s an eye-opening conversation you won’t want to miss!  . To be a part of the 40 by 30 initiative, please reach out to Joan or Sibley via LinkedIn. If you’d like to help empower the next generation of engineers, visit www.saefoundation.org.  . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform.  . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

Many of us have heard the news. The BYD Seagull is an EV available in China for under $10,000 and any company that builds and sells EVs in America should be scared. But should we really be worried about cheap Chinese EVs? , Listen in as Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, offers his take on whether or not American OEMs should be concerned with less expensive Chinese EVs flooding the market and why it’s important to stay informed in a complex geopolitical landscape.  . For more information about the evolution of sustainability, head on over to sustainablecareers.sae.org. There you can read about all the battery manufacturing facilities being built in the US over the next few years and what it means for job seekers. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

As a former rancher in Patagonia, Alex Foessel understands the challenges facing the ag market and is working to advance safety and integrity in off-road autonomy. . As Managing Partner of Balanced Engineering, Alex and his team support the production and commercialization of highly automated off-road equipment though a proven safety case framework and certification process — getting great ideas to the ag market sooner. With experts in Iowa, Pennsylvania and Brazil, the company is maximizing productivity in agriculture through the integration of automation and AI. . To learn more, we sat down with Alex to discuss the challenges facing the ag market, the importance of safety, and how off-road ag technology will evolve over the next decade. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

For farmers, fully autonomous tillage and advanced spraying technology can modernize workflow and unlock massive efficiencies. And when you add in the power of AI to manage data and enhance decision-making, farmers are free to shift their focus from the mundane to doing what they do best. . With more than 180 years of developing equipment and services for farmers and builders, CNH Industrial is advancing agriculture by layering its proven experience in automation with autonomy. The company is bringing noticeable value to the farming community with fully autonomous tillage, green-on-brown and green-on-green spraying technology, and a redesigned tech stack. . To learn more, we sat down with Marc Kermisch, Chief Digital and Information Officer, to discuss how CNH Industrial is delivering easy to use, mobile first digital experiences, coupled with advanced vehicle technology that is transforming productivity in agriculture. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

The White House is giving automakers a bit more time to determine the best way forward in terms of EV adoption. By adding plug-in hybrids to the mix and agreeing to concessions on powertrains, the US Department of Energy and EPA fuel efficiency rules that go into effect in 2026 are a compromise that will lead us to a cleaner world with fewer carbon emissions. . Listen in as Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, breaks down these new fuel efficiency rules and explains why compromise helps us all breathe easier.   . For more information about the evolution of sustainability, head on over to sustainablecareers.sae.org. There you can read about Honda's new Plug-in hybrid hydrogen fuel cell CRV and what it means for the automaker. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

Flexible, adaptable and upgradable. Not to mention cost effective and scalable. With all of this potential, the full value of radar has yet to be unlocked—until now. . Built on a proven military grade software, Spartan Radar is harnessing the power of mobility sensing for the safer and more reliable movement of people and things. With the highest clarity in the radar image, Spartan’s proprietary software works with existing sensor stacks to enhance resolution without more expensive hardware. The powerful combination of radar, cameras and software can bring cost-effective safety and autonomy to the masses. . To learn more, we sat down with Dr. Matt Markel, CEO, Spartan Radar, to discuss why radar has yet to be fully utilized in the market, the amazing potential it holds in democratizing safety, and how camera and radar can work together to unlock the full power of mobility sensing. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

If you’re an engineer looking to easily search SAE standard parts or materials with OnQue, the time is here! . SAE recently partnered with Cognistx, an applied AI company, to develop technology for its expansive library of engineering standards. Cognistx data scientists used natural language processing and text intelligence to pave the way for thousands of documents to be parsed, indexed and stored. . With the power of generative and extractive AI, this ground-breaking solution enables users to access interoperable digital standards for seamless integration, speed and accuracy throughout the product development lifecycle. . To learn more, we sat down with Sanjay Chopra, Co-Founder & CEO, Cognistx, and Leslie McKay, Senior Manager, Digital and Information Products, SAE International, to discuss their trailblazing partnership, the future of digital standards, and the profound impact of AI. For more information on this groundbreaking technology, visit https://www.sae.org/onque-digital-standards. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

From software-defined vehicles to EV batteries and the circular economy, the automotive industry is in the midst of a profound shift. To understand and adapt effectively, a meeting of the minds is needed—a place where engineers can discuss trending topics, solve problems, and build community. . Enter North America's largest technical mobility event, the WCX™ World Congress Experience. It’s the place for the brightest and best across all engineering disciplines, as well as the entire supply chain community, to come together to discuss how the mobility industry can move forward. . For insight on this year’s event, we sat down with Marc LeDuc, Content Development Manager, Engineering Events for SAE International, to discuss what attendees can expect from the more than 1,200 sessions spanning technology, consumer metrics, regulatory standards, sustainability, and much more. . If you’re ready to problem-solve with your peers, register now for WCX 2024 taking place April 16 - 18, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. Hope to see you there! . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

What powers the EV market? Electric drive systems, of course. And GKN Automotive knows a thing or two about delivering mass production mobility solutions for an evolving industry. . As the trusted partner for 90% of the world’s automotive companies, GKN Automotive powers more than 2 million EVs worldwide with its electric drive systems. The company recently unveiled a new plug-and-play eDrive concept designed to meet the growing demand for modular electric drive technology. . To learn more, we sat down with Dr. Dirk Kesselgruber, Chief Technology Officer, to discuss GKN’s competitive advantage in developing, building and supplying driveline systems and advanced ePowertrain technologies – and what’s next in an electrified future. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform.  . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

Is EV charging anxiety real? Yes. Can the issues plaguing our current EV charging infrastructure be solved? Also, yes. . While there is no doubt the EV market has faced a variety of headwinds in recent months, there are also several factors that indicate the state of EV charging is reaching a critical turning point. . Listen in as Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, kicks off his first Tomorrow Today BRIEFS episode by discussing the challenges facing the EV market, and why recent news suggests the future of the EV charging is brighter than ever. . Be sure to tune in to future BRIEFS segments for quick hits on what’s trending in sustainability and what it means to you! . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

Over the last 18 months, the EV market has been on a rollercoaster ride. From lack of affordable options to challenges with charging infrastructure, it’s clear that OEMs, suppliers, and consumers are all experiencing their share of EV growing pains. . For a fresh take on the state of the EV market, we sat down with SAE’s own Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions. Roberto’s long-time experience covering the convergence of automotive trends and technology gives him unique insight to the future of sustainable mobility. Listen in as he shares his thoughts on what consumers want in an EV and how automakers can adapt. . And we’re thrilled to announce that Roberto will host a new Tomorrow Today BRIEFS segment launching Tuesday, March 12! Tune in for quick updates on what’s trending in sustainability and what it means to you. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

How does a company like Stellantis decide what new technologies will go into each of its iconic brands? . Whether its Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Fiat or Maserati, a common software platform differentiated by brand ensures Stellantis has a global approach alongside the ability to customize each vehicle and tailor its technology based on language, regional requirements, etc. . Armed with lessons learned from the recent semiconductor shortage and direct engagement with the start-up community, Stellantis is enhancing the performance of its software defined vehicles with proven best practices and strategic partnerships. . We sat down with Steve Rober, Senior Vice President, Global Head of Automotive Research and Advanced Engineering, to discuss how Stellantis is applying new technology across its legendary brand line-up. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

40 million miles of real-world driving experience? That’s enough to drive to the Moon and back 80 times! And Waymo is putting that experience to work with an urgent, research-driven approach to AV safety. . As the world’s first autonomous ride-hailing service, Waymo One is available in San Francisco, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and soon, Austin. To date, the data indicates that the Waymo Driver is already reducing traffic injuries and fatalities in these locations. . At the recent Government/Industry Meeting in Washington, DC, we sat down in-person with Francesca Favaro, Head of Safety Best Practices, to discuss how Waymo’s Safety Case Framework is saving lives and improving mobility. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

With both human drivers and AV options, Uber is in a unique situation when it comes to developing safety standards. From company culture to engineering to operations, prioritizing safety is job number one. . In 2022, Uber publicly released safety guidelines for autonomous operators on their platform, the first of its kind. With partners like Waymo and Aurora, Uber is developing the technology necessary to power AVs and meet exceptional safety standards. . To learn more, we sat down with Kevin Gay, Director, Head of Safety, Autonomous Mobility & Delivery, at the 2024 Government/Industry Meeting to discuss Uber’s approach to safety and how they are building public trust in AVs. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

The commercialization of autonomous vehicles requires proficiency across many domains: engineering, product development, logistics, public policy, and more. But no matter the area of expertise, one theme is constant: safety must come first. But how do you measure AV safety in a tangible and transparent way? . Just ask Aurora. As the company approaches their first commercial AV trial run from Dallas to Houston, they are laser focused on achieving their Aurora Driver Ready milestone by validating software, hardening hardware, and closing the Aurora Driver Safety Case, an industry first. . At the recent Government/Industry Meeting in Washington, DC, we sat down in-person with Nat Beuse, Chief Safety Officer and member of the US Department of Transportation’s Transforming Transportation Advisory Committee, to discuss Aurora’s approach to AV safety and why scaling AVs will be a tremendous benefit to society. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

It’s election season – and we’re talking presidential politics with renowned political commentator, Amy Walter, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of the Cook Political Report. For more than 25 years, Amy has built a reputation as an accurate, objective, and insightful political analyst. As one of Washington's Most Powerful Women in 2023 & 2021, she understands the issues, trends, and events that shape the political landscape. Listen in as SAE Tomorrow Today host, Grayson Brulte, sits down with Amy to discuss her perspective on the 2024 presidential race, the issues that matter most to voters, and what to expect as election season heats up. Subscribe now to the Cook Political Report, the right analysis for getting it right. Use a free day pass 'CPRday' if you'd like to kick the tires first. We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform.   Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

Some mobility and energy products are not well suited for heavily automated production—and that’s where Edison Manufacturing and Engineering comes in. . As a low volume contract manufacturing partner, Edison is focused on capital-light assembly of complex mobility and energy products—everything from AVs to EVs to hydrogen systems to conventional vehicles. The company’s production approach is capital-conscious and intentional, resulting in a high-quality manufacturing process for low volume and niche builds. . We sat down with Brandon Bartneck, Vice President and General Manager, Edison Manufacturing and Engineering, to discuss the how low volume manufacturing will play a critical role in the future of mobility as companies introduce new products, launch new technologies, and produce legacy products in volumes below their standard production. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to podcast@sae.org. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform.  . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.