Talk Auto: An Automotive Podcast

In this episode of Talk Auto, we discuss: What stands out as the biggest differences between the US and European automotive marketsWhy dealers have been quicker to adopt AI and what Europe could learn from their experienceHow AI is being used across automotive retail and where dealers are seeing real value What the development of robotaxis and autonomous vehicles in the US could tell us about their future in EuropeWhat the growth of Chinese automotive manufacturers in Europe could mean for the US market The defining automotive industry trends of the last 12 months and the lessons businesses should take into the year aheadGuests: Jonathan Smoke - Chief Strategy Officer, Cox Automotive Inc.Philip Nothard - Insight Director, Cox Automotive Europe Have feedback? We want to hear it. Email us at [email protected]. LinksGet more automotive trends and insights from Cox Automotive.Watch full episodes on YouTube, or follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram for more updates.

In this episode of Talk Auto, we discuss:   The importance of EV aftersales as more brands enter the UK market   What makes EV repair, bodywork and parts planning different from ICE vehicle support Why battery diagnostics and specialist EV expertise matter for long-term ownership confidence   How strong aftersales infrastructure can support residual values, remarketing confidence and long-term trust in EV ownership   Guests: Antonia Stephenson, Director of Operations at EV Battery Solutions Ben Hurford, Aftersales Director at AION Have feedback? We want to hear it. Email us at [email protected]. LinksGet more automotive trends and insights from Cox Automotive.Watch full episodes on YouTube, or follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram for more updates.

In this episode of Talk Auto, we discuss: How fleet trends are reshaping the wider automotive market The role of company cars, salary sacrifice and taxation in fleet decision-making How fleet electrification is influencing EV demand, new vehicle pricing and market growth Why electric van adoption continues to lag behind the passenger car market The challenges facing the used vehicle market, including supply, residual values and buyer confidence How current fleet cycles and future de-fleet volumes could affect used vehicle supply and pricing Guests: Jon Lawes, Managing Director, Novuna Vehicle Solutions Jon Hilton, Director of Relationship Management, Cox Automotive Europe Have feedback? We want to hear it. Email us at [email protected]. LinksGet more automotive trends and insights from Cox Automotive.Watch full episodes on YouTube, or follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram for more updates.

In this episode of Talk Auto, we discuss: How EV charging infrastructure is entering a new phase What charging strategy means for operating costs, uptime and long-term planning How smart charging can help manage energy demand and reduce operating costs The role vehicle-to-grid technology could have in EV adoption and energy management How battery health, charging behaviour and bidirectional capability could influence future residual values Why stronger partnerships between OEMs, retailers, leasing providers, fleets, energy companies and chargepoint operators will be important as adoption scales Guests: Sam Clarke, Head of eHGV, GRIDSERVE Olga Spence, Strategy Manager, Cox Automotive Europe Have feedback? We want to hear it. Email us at [email protected]. LinksGet more automotive trends and insights from Cox Automotive.Watch full episodes on YouTube, or follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram for more updates.

In this episode of Talk Auto, we discuss: How the automotive retail landscape has changed over the last decade The evolving relationship between retailers, marketplaces and OEMs Lessons from the agency retail model   What retailers can learn from new brands entering the UK market How partnerships and platforms are shaping automotive retail performance The skills, technologies and relationships that could define future retailer success Guests: Sarah Blewett, Head of Research at Carwow Jake Roden, Business Development Manager at Cox Automotive Europe Have feedback? We want to hear it. Email us at [email protected]. LinksGet more automotive trends and insights from Cox Automotive.Watch full episodes on YouTube, or follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram for more updates.