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In the time it takes you to read this sentence, a UVeye system will have scanned your entire vehicle, left to right and top to bottom, producing a comprehensive health report for you and the technicians working on your vehicle. With its groundbreaking approach, UVeye has reimagined vehicle inspections by using computer vision and deep learning in its drive-thru systems to identify underbody leaks, corrosion, broken parts, small windshield cracks, tire wear, wheel alignment, and more. With UVEye scans, consumers have more clarity on their vehicle's condition, while service advisors and technicians gain more insight into the repairs needed. And all you do is simply drive through the machine. UVeye co-founder and CEO Amir Hever joined AV Radio host Carl Anthony from the showroom at LaFontaine Buick GMC Cadillac in Highland, Michigan, where LaFontaine Automotive Group and UVeye announced a strategic partnership. During the event, attendees saw the UVeye system in action as vehicles passed through and could even review the corresponding reports on a large digital display. The partnership will ultimately see the implementation of UVeye’s technology at more than 40 LaFontaine locations across Michigan, creating the world’s first cross-state network of complimentary drive-through vehicle health scans, open to all residents regardless of where they purchased their vehicle. Amir discussed why trust and transparency are key pillars of UVeye’s philosophy, recalling an instance when both eroded around his own vehicle when he took it in for service. He also expanded on UVeye’s reputation as the “MRI for Cars,” how OEMs can leverage the technology to provide a new level of customer service, and what the future holds for one of the most promising companies in the automotive industry today.   More Resources: UVeye Technical Overview: https://uveye.com/technical-overview/ UVeye Customer Success Stories: https://uveye.com/success-stories/ UVeye Integrations: https://uveye.com/partners/integrations/ Follow AV Radio on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b AV Radio is a Detroit Deep Media Production: https://detroitdeepmedia.com/

Full self-driving vehicles, in-car payment systems, and smart home ecosystem integration are among the innovations The Harris Poll identifies as part of the "next wave" in its 2026 AutoTECHCAST study, an annual survey of more than 10,000 U.S. consumers examining which automotive technologies are most likely to drive purchase decisions and brand loyalty.   The 2026 findings also show how younger generations have placed increasing importance on technology over the past decade, citing it as a deciding factor in which make and model they choose, and why.   Join AV Radio host Carl Anthony as he sorts through key data points from the 2026 AutoTECHCAST survey, comparing and contrasting the findings with his own experience of brand loyalty growing up in a small rural Iowa community in the 1990s.   More Resources:   AutoTECHCAST 2026 via The Harris Poll: https://tinyurl.com/u62ssbzs   “Heads or tails, this time everybody wins!” 1998 Dodge Intrepid road test via MotorWeek: https://tinyurl.com/2rdd556d   Hagerty Study Finds Gen Z Loves Driving, Gravitating Towards Collector Cars via AV Radio: https://tinyurl.com/29t39cha   Younger generations seek re-engineered classics to embrace their love of driving. Stuart Wilson of Velocity Restorations joins AV Radio from The Henry, Autograph Collection in Dearborn, Michigan: https://tinyurl.com/us8682mf    Follow AV Radio on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b   AV Radio is a Detroit Deep Media Production: https://detroitdeepmedia.com/

For U.S. Navy veteran Stuart Wilson, a difficult restoration project led him to create the process and client experience he wished existed in the first place. What began as a small garage operation, shaped by the problems Stuart ran into restoring his own Bronco, became Velocity Restorations, a company now operating from a 135,000-square-foot facility in Florida, building what's known as Re-Engineered Classics.   AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony met with Stuart at The Henry, Autograph Collection in Dearborn, Michigan, where the two sat inside his personal truck, a Founder's Series International Scout, to talk shop. The two discuss the difference between a restomod and a Re-Engineered Classic, how the buyer base continues to evolve, and why Velocity-built vehicles are meant to be driven, enjoyed, and even passed down.   More Resources:   Velocity Restorations Official Site: https://www.velocityrestorations.com/   Velocity Restorations Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/velocityrestorations/   Square Body Trucks: Complete Guide to the 1973–1987 GM Generation via Velocity Restorations: https://tinyurl.com/yc8ytp6c   Hagerty Study Finds Gen Z Loves Driving, Gravitating Towards Collector Cars via AV Radio: https://tinyurl.com/29t39cha   Follow AV Radio on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b   AV Radio is a Detroit Deep Media Production: https://detroitdeepmedia.com/

The relationship between software-defined vehicles and EVs, the evolution of new propulsion technologies, and the ways AI is being leveraged across the automotive industry.   These topics were among the core themes at SDV Social 2026, presented by Intrepid Control Systems. Held on the evening of Thursday, May 14th, at the Intrepid HQ in Troy, Michigan, the event featured cutting-edge tech demos, networking opportunities, and live music from Detroit rockers J2C. The evening concluded with an expert panel discussion on the future of software-defined cars moderated by AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony.   Alongside Carl on the panel were three respected industry leaders: John McElroy of Autoline, Christine Thelesklaf of Bosch in North America, and Jordan Choby of Toyota Motor North America, Research and Development. Each panelist provided key takeaways on the current SDV landscape, including the role of AI, trends in the commercial space, and considerations for everyday car buyers.   Join us for a rebroadcast of this previously live panel discussion from the Intrepid Control Systems headquarters in Troy, Michigan.    More Resources:     AI in the automotive industry: Trends, benefits & use cases via S&P Global Mobility: https://tinyurl.com/4n2dtbsu   SDVs Today: Driving Factors, Role of AI & Trends on the Horizon: https://tinyurl.com/yjtenhwt   Definitions, Challenges & Considerations of SDVs ft. Intrepid Control Systems, Dataspeed, Keysight Technologies, and AutoVision News Radio: https://tinyurl.com/4mnu6wvd   The Software-Defined Future of Automotive ft. Volvo Group, Ford of Europe, and AutoVision News Radio via Reuters Events: https://tinyurl.com/mr2upmnr   Why Hydrogen ft. Tarek Abdel-Baset of FORVIA with AutoVision News Radio: https://tinyurl.com/y35pjp2j   Follow AutoVision News Radio on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b   AV Radio is a Detroit Deep Media Production: https://detroitdeepmedia.com/

Spring has arrived, and for many of us, that means dealing with seasonal allergies and taxes. While this episode of AutoVision News Radio won’t help with the sneezing and watering eyes (unless you count moral support), it can certainly help you make the most of your 2026 tax refund.   With the average IRS refund estimated at $3,500, AV Radio host Carl Anthony explores how to turn that one-time check into a long-term investment for your vehicle. We discuss how a principal-only payment can shave months off a car loan, which maintenance services are most important for longevity, and how to modernize your daily commute with something like a premium radar detector.   More Resources:    4 smart ways to use your 2026 tax refund to save thousands on your car via Carl Anthony for How-To Geek:https://tinyurl.com/mucye67r   Tax filing season progressing smoothly with timely refund processing and a high use of electronic filing via the Internal Revenue Service: https://tinyurl.com/msk76598   I ran a dealership express lube—these 4 services help your car last 200,000 miles via Carl Anthony for How-To Geek: https://tinyurl.com/yhtuyrjz   Follow AutoVision News Radio on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b   AV Radio is a Detroit Deep Media Production: https://detroitdeepmedia.com/