Disruption Drive

by Hari Sripathi

Season 1

When the Car Becomes a Device (Partha Goswami, PG Mobility Analysis, ex-GM)

We used to judge a car by its horsepower, the roar of the engine, and the freedom of the open road. But today? We are witnessing the biggest shift in mobility since the Model T. The car is no longer just a machine. It is increasingly a device. I recently sat down with Partha Goswami for a deep-dive podcast episode that completely reframed how I see the vehicle sitting in my driveway. We explore the philosophy of the Connected Car. - What is a Connected Car? - What is the New Data that is now available? - What are new business models that are emerging? - Does a Smart Car lead to Smarter Cities? - What constraints and needs get created with this profusion of data? #FutureOfMobility #ConnectedCars #IoT #SoftwareDefinedVehicle #TechPhilosophy #AutomotiveTrends #Podcast

S1 · E21

Dec 9, 2025

35:24

One Line to Move Them All: The Vision for Transit (Dan Grossman, Robert Baertsch, Line Mobility)

A very special episode where I host Dan Grossman (ex-Zipcar, GM Ford Chariot) and Robert Baertsch (Line Mobility, ex-NASA) on an audacious vision to change transport without creating congestion. If you thought the Jetsons were a century away, think again. We talk: - What is Personal Rapid Transit (PRT)? How does it move more people? - How do we improve Transit infrastructure? Stations, signals and roads/rails? - Who is adopting these innovations as first movers? - What technological progress is making this change possible? - What do the jobs of the future look like? Tune in

S1 · E20

Nov 19, 2025

21:15

A First Look at Autonomous Buses and Public Transit (Deniz Cetin, Karsan)

I host Deniz Cetin, Chief Commercial Officer at Karsan. Karsan is revolutionizing public transit and has deployed the first ever autonomous buses on European and US roads. Watch this episode for a great discussion on: 1. Civilizational imperative of public Transport 2. Barriers to adopting public transport 3. Does size matter in buses? 4. Can the humble Bus be a greater Autonomous Vehicle than a Robotaxi? 5. What is the human in the loop for an Autonomous Bus? 6. Will sporting mega events - FIFA and the Olympics - create an inflection point for Bus transport?

S1 · E19

Nov 13, 2025

24:47

What Does it Mean to be a Mobility Company? (John Moon, Mochanix, Covesa, ex-Honda Innovation)

I host the inimitable John Moon, a true expert on disruption to discuss what it means when a Manufacturer decides that they want to become a Mobility company: 1. What does Mobility mean as different from Manufacturing? 2. How does building Software differ from Manufacturing and what do companies get wrong when pursuing such approaches? 3. How does Autonomy change Mobility? 4. What lessons and parallels can we draw to the Smartphone era? Join us for another exciting episode once again

S1 · E18

Nov 4, 2025

19:10

What Freight and Logistics Can Teach Robotaxis (Mark Norman, FM Capital)

I host the brilliant Mark Norman to talk about the massive commercialization going on in Freight and Logistics automation. Mark has worn every hat imaginable in Automotive - CEO, Operator and now a Venture Capitalist investing in the transportation ecosystem. We talk: 1. How do you contrast the adoption curves of Robotaxis with the equally profound disruptions in Freight? 2. What lessons translate from Freight to Robotaxis? 3. How does the "Human in the Loop" look for the new age? 4. What excites him about the disruptions in Logistics more broadly than just Fleet? Do tune in to this mesmerizing episode.

S1 · E17

Oct 28, 2025

23:11

Is Software Finally Eating the Vehicle? (Bhuvan Atluri, MIT Mobility Initiative)

This week I host Bhuvan Atluri, of the MIT Mobility Initiative to discuss the history, present and future of Software Defined Vehicles. We talk about the implications of what the current trajectory of automotive manufacturing looks like: - How do SDVs help Automakers? - How are Suppliers adapting as a result? - What are the implications for Mechanics, Dealers and Technicians? - What new Business Models emerge in Cars? - What could possibly go wrong?

S1 · E16

Oct 22, 2025

25:07

How Upshift Envisions Vehicle Access in an Autonomous World (With Ezra Goldman, Upshift)

This week, I host Ezra Goldman, CEO and Founder of Upshift, a true mobility pioneer. Upshift is envisioning a world where a car comes to you, runs your errands, parks itself and is cleaned and maintained for you to use when you want - all for a monthly fee. After the many fitful starts for vehicle subscriptions, Upshift may just have gotten the business model and timing right in time for Autonomous Vehicles, Teleoperations and Fleet Connectivity. We talk: - The Future of Car Ownership - The Role of Dealers and Fleet Operators - How Upshift Has Learnt from Prior Failures of OEMs - Mitigating Operational Risk Do tune in and let us know what you think of Upshift's mission

S1 · E15

Oct 22, 2025

14:52

How to Build a Supply Chain For Zero Accidents? (Prof. Gad Allon, Wharton School)

I host Prof. Gad Allon, of the Wharton School of Business to talk through how to build a Supply Chain and Organization when you aim at Zero Defects and Zero Deaths. When an entire industry and billions of dollars have gone in promising exponential benefits in safety, how can an organization tasked with that massive responsibility actually implement that vision? We talk: 1. Are Zero Deaths even realistic? 2. How can an organization design such a process? 3. Does a pursuit of Zero Defects hinder commercialization? 4. Are we entering a winner take all market? Do tune in.

S1 · E14

Oct 22, 2025

22:19

How to Build the Future of Transit for Megacities? (Anthony Trasatti, Ontra Mobility)

I host Anthony Trasatti, one of the founders at Ontra Mobility, a Y Combinator backed disruptor aiming to help transport agencies plan routes, inventory, fleet and increase ridership for public transport. We talk about one of the world's biggest challenges - building affordable, accessible and sustainable public transit. We debate: 1. What trends are making this a unique time for public transit? 2. What is the core end goal for public transit? 3. Are rideshare and transit always in conflict? 4. How do Autonomous Vehicles affect their mission?

S1 · E13

Oct 22, 2025

17:55

How Vontier Sees the Future of Fleet, Energy and Repair for Mobility 4.0? (Ganesh Kalpundi, Vontier)

I host Ganesh Kalpundi, Chief Strategy Officer at Vontier. Ganesh spends his days thinking deeply about the implications of Mobility 4.0 and the evolution of fleet technology from data collection to advanced insights. We talk: 1. What is Mobility 4.0? 2. Why is the Convenience Store a core enabler for Transport infrastructure? 3. What does a Multi-Energy future look like? 4. How is Fleet Repair changing? Join us for a lively, deep discussion on Disruption Drive

S1 · E12

Oct 22, 2025

22:45

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