AMN Drivetime: Eric Steinbecher (Video)
One might think working at Porsche would be the pinnacle of any car lover’s career, however Eric Steinbecher, president Automotive Aftermarket – Americas, Schaeffler, says it is the automotive aftermarket that he wishes he had found sooner.
Will 20% of new vehicle sales be EVs in 2030?
Recent data suggests new EV sales will be 13-20% of new vehicle sales in the U.S. by 2030. But, there are caveats to that.
AMN Drivetime: Jim Franco (Video)
Jim Franco, CEO of Autologue Computer Systems, knew at a very young age that he wanted more out of life. Entering the workforce at age 11, he made money mowing lawns, washing windows and delivering newspapers.
Up close with Ford’s hybrid pickup, the 2022 Ford Maverick
Ford says the Maverick, marketed as getting 40 MPG in the city, is the first standard full-hybrid pickup truck in America.
AMN Drivetime: John R. Washbish (Video)
Popular speaker and industry veteran John R. Washbish, president and CEO of the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, got his start in the aftermarket in the late 50s at his father’s warehouse distributorship. Needless to say, after six decades in the business, this southern gentleman can tell a great story. In fact, he shares quite a few of them in the latest episode of AMN Drivetime with Bill Babcox. This is an episode you don’t want to miss.
How strong is the OEM appetite for EVs?
Gas- and diesel-powered vehicles aren’t going anywhere anytime soon, but OEMs aren’t shy with new EV announcements either.
AMN Drivetime: Kathleen Schmatz (Video)
In episode 2 of AMN Drivetime, Babcox Media CEO Bill Babcox talks with industry icon Kathleen Schmatz. The two longtime friends and colleagues chat about Schmatz’s remarkable career, with her beginnings writing press releases on a typewriter to eventually leading one of the nation’s leading trade associations.
Introducing The Buzz: EV News from AMN
You’ve probably noticed our automotive landscape is changing. Yet, despite the progress being made in electrification, there’s still room – a lot of room – for innovation. It’s our job to cut through the static to deliver you the latest electric vehicle news and innovations, to help you understand where this market is headed and how you can evolve with it.
AMN Drivetime: Clay Millican (Video)
In this inaugural episode of AMN Drivetime, Babcox Media CEO Bill Babcox talks with six-time NHRA world champion about his career trajectory from the Kroger warehouse driving forklifts to drag racing, his most meaningful race, “Your Car. Your Data. Your Choice,” and how he stays fit at 55.
