PAVEcast: A conversation about autonomous vehicles
PAVEcast is the official podcast of Partners for Automated Vehicle Education, a nonprofit coalition working to raise the level of public knowledge about autonomous vehicle (self-driving car) technology. Join us for a conversation about the future of transportation. You can find us @PAVECampaign on social media or on the web at www.pavecampaign.org.
Episodes
111 episodes
Live from CES: An Interview with Eran Ofir of Imagry
In this special episode of the PAVECast live from CES, we interviewed Eran Ofir, CEO of Imagry. Listen for a discussion on the current state of autonomous public transportation, challenges in automating buses, Imagry's plans for 2025, and more....
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Live from CES: An Interview with Jordan Coleman of Kodiak
In this special episode of the PAVECast live from CES, we interviewed Jordan Coleman, Chief Legal and Policy Officer at Kodiak. Listen for a discussion on Kodiak's recent milestones, 2025 trends in autonomous trucking, potential impacts of the ...
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Live from CES: An Interview with Michael Wiesinger of Kodiak
In this special episode of the PAVECast live from CES, we interviewed Michael Wiesinger, VP of Commercialization at Kodiak. Tune in for a review of Kodiak's major achievements in 2024, the current state of the autonomous trucking industry, chal...
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Live from CES: An Interview with Ben Lewis of Simulytic
In this special episode of the PAVECast live from CES, we interviewed Ben Lewis, VP of Business Development at Simulytic. Listen for a discussion on the greater AV ecosystem, the role insurance plays in the industry, what's ahead for Simulytic ...
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Live from CES: An Interview with Andrew Culhane of Torc Robotics
In this special episode of the PAVECast live from CES, we sat down with Andrew Culhane, Chief Commercial Officer at Torc Robotics. Tune in for a discussion on the current state of autonomous trucking, the importance of engaging communities, pre...
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AVs in 2025: A Fireside Chat with Waymo's Head of Federal Policy
We launched our 2025 PAVE Virtual Panel series with a fireside chat featuring David Quinalty, the head of federal policy and government affairs for Waymo. Tune in to hear insights from this industry leader on what to expect in 2025 in AV techno...
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From Aviation to Autonomous Vehicles: Leveraging the InfoShare Model for AV Safety
For many years, the aviation industry has held an annual InfoShare event, where stakeholders share challenges, ideas, and best practices for cross-industry implementation. The forum has been instrumental in fostering collaboration and enhancing...
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United States of AV Regulation: Insights from Bryant Walker Smith
In this episode of the PAVECast, we interview Bryant Walker Smith, associate professor at the University of South Carolina and affiliate scholar at Stanford Law School's Center for Internet and Society. We break down Bryant's
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Autonomous Vehicles in a New Administration: An Interview with Finch Fulton
In this episode of the PAVECast, we interview Finch Fulton, former Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy at the U.S. Department of Transportation during Trump's first presidential term. We discuss the future of autonomous vehicles under Trump's...
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Live from the Texas State Fair: TxDOT Leaders on Autonomous Trucking
Earlier this fall, PAVE held an Autonomous Trucking Weekend at the Texas State Fair with members Aurora, Plus, and Torc. We were also joined by Erica Kemp and Brandi Bush from the Texas Department of Transportation. Tune in to this episode of t...
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Spotlight on Pedestrian Safety: Can Thermal Cameras Improve ADAS
According to a report by the Governor’s Highway Safety Association, over 7,300 pedestrians were killed by drivers last year – a 14% increase from pre-pandemic levels. At night, traffic fatalities increase threefold. Automatic Emergency Braking ...
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Now Hiring: Workforce Development in the Autonomous Vehicle Industry
As the autonomous vehicle (AV) industry advances and self-driving cars become a part of our reality, questions arise over what this will mean for jobs and the economy. A new coalition — USAVjobs.com – seeks to compile resources, job training pr...
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From Bedside to Fedside: Insights From an Emergency Physician Turned NHTSA Administrator
In this episode of the PAVECast, we interview Dr. Ricardo Martinez, an emergency physician and former NHTSA administrator. Dr. Martinez details his unique journey from medicine to federal administration, highlighting the need for c...
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Global Perspectives: How Legal Frameworks and Safety Standards are Shaping ADAS & AV Development
Around the globe, regulators are working to shape legal frameworks and safety standards that guide the development of ADAS and automated driving technologies. These efforts aim to strike a balance between innovation, safety, and standardization...
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The Future of Freight: A Look Into Torc Robotics' Texas Road Tour
In this episode of PAVECast, we interview Anita Kim, Director of Government Affairs and Policy at TORC Robotics. Anita gives listeners insight into TORC's recent activities, including a road tour that engaged first responders throughout Texas. ...
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PAVE Europe: Understanding and Pricing AV Deployment Risk
With every new deployment of autonomous vehicles, new obstacles and learnings emerge. For those who develop the AV drivers, for operators, and for insurers, assessing and pricing the associated risk remains a challenge.In this episode o...
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From Code to Road: Oxa and Beep CEOs to Discuss Recent Commercial Deployments
Earlier this year, UK-based Oxa teamed up with Beep to deploy autonomous passenger shuttles in Jacksonville, Florida. The project was carried out in partnership with the Jacksonville Transportation Authority and Florida State College at Jackson...
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Open Roads Ahead: Using Big Data to Predict Rural AV Performance
To date, most autonomous vehicle testing has been conducted in urban areas, making it difficult to address the safety concerns of rural driving. But a joint effort between DriveOhio, TRC, and Youngstown State University is working to change tha...
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PAVE Europe: How can AVs Help to Leave No-One Behind?
CCAM (Connected, Cooperative and Automated Mobility) is not just about self-driving cars but has many public and shared transport applications as well. However, automated or semi-automated driving presents challenges to several groups of passen...
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Pioneering Roadway Readiness: Insights from Michigan's I-94 CAV Corridor
Along a 39-mile stretch of Michigan’s I-94, MDOT and Cavnue are developing the world’s first Connected & Automated Vehicle (CAV) corridor. Nicknamed the “world’s most sophisticated roadway,” the project was launched in 2020 to maximize the ...
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AVs & Accessibility: The Road to Inclusive Autonomous Mobility
In this episode of the PAVECast, we interview Mark Riccobono, President of the National Federation of the Blind (NFB). Tune in to hear President Riccobono's insights on the history of NFB, the advocacy work they do for blind individuals, and ho...
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PAVE Europe: Autonomous Mobility and AI
Autonomous Vehicles are increasingly benefiting from artificial intelligence (AI) for AI-driven perception, situational awareness, and decision-making components.Nevertheless, AI may demonstrate unfairness, bias, and sensitivity to unex...
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Autonomous Vehicles & Aging: A Conversation with NCOA
Join us for a conversation with Jessica Johnston, Senior Director at the National Council on Aging (NCOA). Tune in for insights on aging, independence, equity, and NCOA's role in supporting older adults through these changes. We also discuss ho...
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Charging Ahead: How Electrifying Automated Vehicles Can Help the Planet
Across the globe, there has been a push toward electric vehicles, and for good reason: EVs are more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly than their internal combustion engine counterparts. In recognition of Earth Month, this PAVECast e...
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Counting Down to the ITS America Conference With President & CEO Laura Chace
Taking place April 22-25 in Phoenix, AZ, the ITS America Conference & Expo brings together leaders from the public and private sectors to discuss new technologies that will enable safer, greener, and smarter transportation solutions....
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