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We do not chase headlines; we host the newsmakers. From the founders of unicorn startups to the CEOs of publicly traded companies, our guests join The Road to Autonomy to articulate their vision, defend their strategies, and signal their next moves.
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Our audience gains unparalleled, unfiltered access to the C-Suite executives, founders, and policymakers who are building and regulating the future.
From the founders of unicorn startups to the CEOs of publicly traded companies, our guests join to articulate their vision, defend their strategies, and signal their next moves.
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Founder, The Road to Autonomy & Co-Founder & Co-CEO AUTNMY AI
Grayson Brulte is a visionary strategist and one of the foremost authorities on autonomy, automation, and the emerging Autonomy Economy™. Widely recognized for anticipating what's next, his work sits at the intersection of innovation, policy, and emerging technology, where he serves as a trusted advisor to executive teams throughout the autonomy landscape.
Grayson coined the term Autonomy Economy to describe the convergence of automation, autonomy, commerce, and economic growth. His insights have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, Los Angeles Times, Bloomberg, Reuters, Forbes, CNN, and The Hollywood Reporter.
Recent Episodes
New episodes every Tuesday. Watch on YouTube, X and Spotify and listen on your favorite podcast platform.
November 18, 2025
The Next Autonomous Vehicle M&A Wave Starts Below the Line
Hugh Nguyen from KPMG discusses how the real value in autonomous vehicle M&A lies in operational capabilities like fleet management, depot operations, and safety protocols rather than headline-grabbing technology partnerships. He predicts the next 18-24 months will see strategic consolidation focused on acquiring talent and operational expertise that enables profitable scaling of robotaxi services.
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October 28, 2025
GM’s Return to Autonomy
GM is re-entering the autonomous vehicle market with plans to launch a hands-free, eyes-free driving system beginning with the 2028 Cadillac Escalade IQ under Chief Product Officer Sterling Anderson's leadership. The strategy focuses on developing personally-owned autonomous vehicles rather than robotaxis, emphasizing profitability and consumer trust as GM evolves beyond its current Super Cruise technology.
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October 14, 2025
Magna’s Vision for Autonomy Begins at Level 2
Magna's Director of Engineering David Doria discusses the company's incremental approach to autonomous driving, emphasizing that the transition from Level 2 ADAS to fully autonomous systems requires building core technologies today through innovation, safety protocols, and industry collaboration. The episode covers key technical components including mapping, sensors, compute systems, and software partnerships that are essential for scaling autonomous driving capabilities from current Level 2+ systems already deployed on roads.
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October 7, 2025
The Next 15 Months Will Define Autonomous Vehicle Policy in America
Legal expert Varun Jain discusses how the next 15 months represent a critical window for establishing a comprehensive federal autonomous vehicle framework in America, driven by new NHTSA leadership and Congressional momentum around proposed legislation including the Self-Drive Act and America Drives Act. The conversation emphasizes that creating a national regulatory framework covering vehicles over 10,001 pounds will be essential for safety standards, economic competitiveness, and the transition from autonomous vehicle concepts to mainstream adoption.
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September 30, 2025
Peak Car by 2035: The $1.2 Trillion Autonomous Vehicle Industry Takes Shape
Bank of America forecasts a $1.2 trillion total addressable market for autonomous vehicles by 2040, driven by AI breakthroughs, falling sensor costs, and regulatory improvements across passenger cars, logistics, ports, mining, and agriculture sectors. The industry has attracted over $200 billion in investment since 2010 and is transitioning from experimental technology to commercial deployment, with 2035 projected as the peak year for traditional car adoption.
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September 23, 2025
Autonomous Trucking’s Watershed Moment: Bot Auto Proves Less is More
Bot Auto achieved a fully autonomous 40-mile trucking run with no human driver in under two years using less than $45 million in funding, while competitors spend $600+ million annually. This milestone could reshape the autonomous trucking industry's approach to technological development and commercialization strategies.
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