This episode of Drivetime is the first in a mini-series spotlighting the Canadian market. Host Jacqui sits down with Niel Hiscox, CEO of Clarify Group—a research and consultancy firm specialising in automotive insights. They discuss how recent US and Canadian elections are shaping the automotive landscape, the ripple effects of tariff tensions, and the unique market opportunities now emerging.Niel also shares details of Clarify Group’s pioneering research into automotive retail technology, the first study of its kind conducted in Canada.Drivetime is the global auto tech podcast powered by Keyloop. It’s designed to help you navigate the fast-moving world of automotive innovation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Gear change: When will my car remind me to pick up my kids from school?!
Rebecca Day, founder of She's Electric, returns to the podcast for this fun outtakes edition of Drivetime. Packed with personality, the episode covers the next wave of AI, dispels the myth that EVs are like spaceships, and delves into how tech can help out parents everywhere. Drivetime is the global auto tech podcast dedicated to helping you navigate the fast-moving world of automotive innovation. Subscribe today to stay tuned into an industry that innovates with no speed limit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The emotional decisions driving EV adoption
In this episode of Drivetime, Rebecca Day, founder of She’s Electric, joins us to explore the emotional side of EV adoption.We discuss why customers need to experience an EV before they buy one, and how important it is to acknowledge the emotional connection people have with their cars. From the thrill of driving to the reassurance of reliability, EVs are more than just a rational purchase decision.Rebecca shares how live, in-person events can spark that emotional connection and why OEMs and retailers should embrace these experiences to bring EVs to life in a fun, accessible way.Tune in to discover how retailers can meet customers where they are—balancing emotion with logic—to drive true engagement in the electric future. Topics covered:Why experience is essential to EV adoptionEmotional vs. logical car buyingHow events can bring the EV story to lifeThe role of retailers and OEMs in shaping connected customer experiencesSubscribe now and join us for a ride through the dynamic world of automotive innovation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Gear Change
Drivetime is the global auto tech podcast powered by Keyloop. It's designed to help you navigate the fast-moving world of auto tech innovation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How dealers and OEMs prepare for an AI future
In this episode, Jacqui sits down with Scott Gairns from Sophus3, a tech-enabled consultancy that tracks OEM touchpoints to help optimise digital sales. They discuss the evolving customer journey, the future of AI and how dealers can best prepare for it, and much more. Explore how technology is shaping the future of automotive retail and what it means for our customers. Be part of the conversation and don’t forget to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.#DrivetimePodcast #AutoTech #Keyloop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The global auto tech podcast that breaks down the latest in automotive innovation and shows you how it can transform your business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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