An entrepreneurial spirit, a passion for informing people about the latest trends and technologies as they relate to electric vehicles, and a golden doodle who is possibly related to Chewbacca. All of that (and more) encompasses the life and work of Elena Ciccotelli, host and producer of the EVs for Everyone podcast!

Her podcast offers a fun and entertaining look at how some of the world's most innovative and imaginative stakeholders are racing towards an electrified future. Elena is a respected corporate influencer who works with leading brands to create content that "steals the spotlight" so key messages are received and understood. As she often says, "I'm your secret weapon to cut through the noise and get noticed."

Elena joins AV Radio host Carl Anthony to share more about her time with Lyft, the inspiration behind the EVs for Everyone podcast, and how the industry made a marketing misstep when electric vehicles first hit the road. She also opens up about the challenges of entrepreneurship, the joy of having the companionship of a pet, and why it's always best to simply be yourself.

More Resources:

EVs for Everyone Podcast: https://evs4everyone.com/

Work with Elena: https://evs4everyone.com/elena/

Top 20 Voices in Automotive 2025 via Automotive IQ: https://tinyurl.com/4577r48n

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Although ADAS features can be beneficial in certain situations, drivers must remain diligent and engaged behind the wheel. In a comprehensive study, AAA researchers evaluated five passenger vehicles with low-speed-capable active driving assistance systems across the Los Angeles metropolitan area.

Two primary objectives were established for the study: How do the active driving assistance systems of late-model vehicles perform in heavy traffic, and how does a hands-off system compare with a hands-on system?

AV Radio host Carl Anthony summarizes the findings of this AAA study, in which the ADAS systems under test experienced a "notable event" every nine minutes.

More Resources:

Active Driving Assistance: Promising Technology, Lingering Challenges via AAA Newsroom: https://tinyurl.com/3fd8u5ee

Clearing the Confusion—Common Naming for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems: https://tinyurl.com/yc4xrvzu

Would You Trust a Self-Driving Car? ft. Greg Brannon of AAA: https://tinyurl.com/25xhzwdt

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Although these safety tips are perfect for the "Back to School" season, they can be used all year by parents and guardians. AV Radio host Carl Anthony provides a summary of the School Safety Checklist from the National Safety Council, which includes tips for children who walk, bike, or ride the bus to school.

More Resources:

School Safety Checklist from the National Safety Council: https://tinyurl.com/2dhyvd4y

Reducing the Illegal Passing of School Buses via NHTSA: https://tinyurl.com/3urvzrxx

9 Surprising Facts About the History of Pencils via Brandon Specktor for Reader's Digest: https://tinyurl.com/5d4xutj4

The History of How School Buses Became Yellow via Bryan Greene for Smithsonian Magazine: https://tinyurl.com/49hft3bn

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From biometric sensing, connectivity, and audio innovations on the technology side, to DMS/OMS, health and wellness, and personalization on the application side, the in-cabin ecosystem is expanding, fueled by rapid demand in China, new regulations, and even the implementation of AI and synthetic data.

As vehicles increasingly become our "third spaces," how do we ensure such spaces are safe, comfortable, and productive? If we are working in the automotive industry, and specifically, the in-cabin space, how can we keep up with the latest trends and technologies?

Sara Sargent, Principal Brand Strategist for the global InCabin conference, organized by Sense Media Group, joins us for this edition of AV Radio. Although an already established ADAS engineer, Sara recalls the steep learning curve when she first entered the in-cabin space and how interfacing with companies and stakeholders eventually shaped her vision for the InCabin conference.

She also shares why personalization is paramount in the Chinese automotive market, how audio innovations will contribute to future vehicle design, and why having a sense of humor is always a good thing.

Additional items and resources mentioned in this episode with Sara Sargent of Sense Media Group:

InCabin Official Website: https://incabin.com/

Download the Free InCabin Report: https://www.sense-media.com/incabin-report

CES 2025 Report via Sara Sargent for AutoSens and InCabin: https://tinyurl.com/3dke4x3k

Audio Foundry: https://www.audiofoundry.org/

Step Into Power ft. Marley Devergilio of the Automotive Women's Alliance Foundation: https://tinyurl.com/5a4zybej

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Valens Semiconductor continues to be a key contributor to and champion for the MIPI A-PHY standard, the first such standard in automotive developed for high-speed sensor and display connectivity. MIPI A-PHY is designed to meet next-generation ADAS requirements, enabling high-bandwidth, low-latency connectivity to ensure passenger safety throughout the entire vehicle lifecycle.

While global adoption of the standard is ongoing, China in particular has become a pioneering region in terms of A-PHY, being home to vendors of platforms, SoCs, silicon, camera sensors, and IP & development tools, all supplying A-PHY products. The A-PHY ecosystem in China is expanding in response to market demand, especially as Chinese OEMs move at a lightning pace.

Daniel Shwartzberg, Director of Business Development and System Solutions at Valens Semiconductor, joins AV Radio Host Carl Anthony for a discussion about MIPI A-PHY, its growing presence in China, and how a significant announcement by Mobileye will further propel the A-PHY standard. Recorded during AutoSens and InCabin USA 2025 in Detroit, Daniel also shares how a new Valens diagnostic solution can reduce vehicle repair costs and what he enjoys most about this work.

More Resources:

20x More Noise Resilience: Valens' Connectivity Technology Sets a New EMI Performance Standard via Daniel Shwartzberg: https://tinyurl.com/ymedpznx

"Isn't This Overkill?" A Head-to-Head EMC Comparison w/ Daniel Shwartzberg at CES: https://tinyurl.com/3wex6u6n

Built-in Advanced Diagnostics for the Valens VA7000 at Automotive World Japan 2025: https://tinyurl.com/44ymmm7c

MIPI Alliance Overview: https://www.mipi.org/about-us

Press releases and announcements cited in this episode in chronological order:

Valens Semiconductor Collaborates with Sony Semiconductor Solutions to Complete EMC Testing of an Interoperable A-PHY Chip System: https://tinyurl.com/4xry2j4r

Valens Semiconductor Announces Three Automotive Design Wins from Leading European OEMs: https://tinyurl.com/54uvbn69

Valens Semiconductor Partners with Seven MIPI A-PHY Silicon Vendors, Successfully Completing Product Interoperability Testing to Advance the MIPI A-PHY Ecosystem in China and Globally: https://tinyurl.com/v43fmyw3

Mobileye Selects Valens Semiconductor's VA7000 MIPI A-PHY Chipsets for Automated and Autonomous Driving Projects: https://tinyurl.com/bp98aauw

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The phrase "living on the edge" is commonly associated with risky and potentially dangerous behavior. However, in an automotive context, living at the "intelligent edge" might be a catalyst for a safer vehicle, one equipped with next-generation ADAS features that make quicker and more intuitive decisions. Likewise, the intelligence edge can provide a more personalized in-vehicle experience for future car buyers.

Javed Khan, EVP & President of Software, Advanced Safety and User Experience at Aptiv, joins us for a discussion about what is meant by the intelligent edge and why understanding such a concept is essential in an era of software-defined vehicles. Recorded at Aptiv's Troy Technical Center, Javed also shares key technical leadership lessons and what he enjoys most about his work.

More Resources:

The Story of Aptiv's Smart Vehicle Architecture: https://tinyurl.com/3j99j9cb

Aptiv Completes the Acquisition of Wind River from TPG: https://tinyurl.com/mwrv62sf

What is a Hypervisor via Wind River: https://tinyurl.com/47sp27cw

Living On The Edge: Where Physical And Digital Worlds Intertwine via Javed Khan for Forbes Technology Council: https://tinyurl.com/2d7ucpnn

SDVs in 2025: Driving Factors, Role of AI & Trends on the Horizon: https://tinyurl.com/2hfmmtp9

When are we ever gonna have to use this poster: https://tinyurl.com/yc3kk3cr

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This episode is sponsored by AVL, a leading mobility technology company recognized globally for its engineering, simulation, and testing solutions in the automotive industry.

Matt Hortop, Electrified Vehicle Research Scientist at AVL Test Systems, joined Carl Anthony at the 2025 Reimagine Mobility Conference. During their reception fireside chat, Matt expanded on a few key points regarding vehicle electrification:

-- Headlines Versus Headwinds: Although total combined power outputs are attention-grabbing, behind the scenes, engineers once contended with less-than-desirable testing equipment for validating critical EV system components.

-- Time Savings Bank: Matt and his colleagues work diligently to save AVL customers time and resources in the long run, ultimately allowing them more opportunities for innovation.

-- EVs & The S Curve: EVs open up new opportunities for consumers to experience vehicle ownership (i.e., software-defined cars). With each product iteration comes a new and different way for drivers to interact with their vehicles. These changes, whether for the powertrain technology or the owner's experience inside the car, necessitate a more rigorous testing and development process.

-- Stay Curious: Matt encourages all automotive professionals to ask lots of questions and take prediction timelines with a grain of salt.

More Resources:

AVL Reimagine Mobility Conference & Exhibition: https://tinyurl.com/48fr9rea

AVL Testing Solutions: https://tinyurl.com/279dj4ty

AVL Inverter Testing Solutions: https://tinyurl.com/e6vsr2d4

Electric Vehicle Power Inverter Market to Reach Revenues of $30.8 Billion by 2032, at 17.8% CAGR via ResearchAndMarkets: https://tinyurl.com/bdck5t6a

Guide to S-Curves: Definition, Stages and Inflection Points via Donna Weidinger for Indeed:https://tinyurl.com/6z2mcfkx

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