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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On a carefree summer evening in the early 1990s, AV Radio host Carl Anthony and his childhood friends "discovered" a sporty black car in the neighbor's driveway up the street. In a rural Iowa town where trucks and minivans dominated, this mysterious machine halted 10-speed bikes, grounded all flying footballs, and shut down the nightly water gun fights.

Never had a vehicle interrupted the activity of the kids on Ridgewood Drive, a candy-cane-shaped road at the edge of a tall cornfield.

Many in the automotive industry can recall a similar story where a particular car made a profound impact on them. And all these years later, that vehicle, for any number of reasons, still resonates with them. Infiniti engineers Anand Patel and James Mastronardi feel that same passion each day, most recently through their work on the 2026 QX60.

In this special edition of AV Radio, Anand and James guide Carl through the 2026 Infiniti QX60, helping him gain a deeper understanding of the vehicle's new camera technology, turbocharged powertrain, and Artistry in Motion design language.

In This AV Radio Episode:

-- Brief history of Infiniti.

-- Google built-in connectivity.

-- Klipsch Reference Premiere audio system.

-- ProPILOT Assist 2.1 features and functionality.

-- The link between the 2025 QX80 and the 2026 QX60.

-- Engine isolation measures for the VC Turbo powertrain.

-- Front Wide and Invisible Hood View camera technologies.

-- 2026 QX60 content by trim level, including the new Sport model.

-- What Anand and James enjoy most about their work on the 2026 QX60.

More Resources:

2026 Infiniti QX60 Receives First-Ever Sport Trim, Plus New Klipsch Audio System via Alvin Reyes for Automoblog: https://tinyurl.com/mtay8rzf

2026 Infiniti QX60 Spec Deck: https://tinyurl.com/49prsx26

How Infiniti harnesses AI to bring its Artistry in Motion to life: https://tinyurl.com/yue3bumy

2025 Infiniti QX80 overview via the Automoblog YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/yc5r2c2t

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The BMW Concept Speedtop made a lasting impression at the 2025 Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este, set against the picturesque backdrop of Lake Como. Never has a shooting brake looked so desirable yet so intent in its sport-touring aspirations.

As a stellar follow-up to the Concept Skytop unveiled in 2024, the Speedtop will feature BMW's most powerful production V8, matched by styling elements that enthusiasts and collectors will discuss for years to come.

Join AV Radio host Carl Anthony as he provides a quick but detailed overview of the BMW Concept Speedtop.

More Resources:

Rare BMW Concept Speedtop Offers Beautiful & Bespoke Styling via Alvin Reyes for Automoblog: https://tinyurl.com/54d72dr4 (article includes a full gallery of photos)

BMW Concept Skytop design study press release: https://tinyurl.com/43tfdke6

Legends Both—The BMW 503 and 507 via BMW Group Classic: https://tinyurl.com/3c2jyebt

An Audio Tour of the Autoworld Museum: https://tinyurl.com/bdfkp4bd

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What factors drive the automotive industry's evolution toward software-defined vehicles? What are the organizational challenges? And what role do things like artificial intelligence play?

These were among the fundamental questions during SDV Social 2025 on Thursday, May 16th, presented by Intrepid Control Systems. In addition to technical demos and networking opportunities, the evening included an in-depth panel discussion on the future of software-defined cars moderated by AutoVision News Radio host Carl Anthony.

Joining Carl were three respected industry leaders: Eugen Beslic of ETAS, Partha Goswami of 3IS, and Colt Correa of Intrepid Control Systems. Each panelist provided a unique perspective on the SDV landscape, including the role of AI, considerations related to corporate culture, and upcoming trends.

Join us for a rebroadcast of this previously live panel discussion from the Intrepid Control Systems headquarters in Troy, Michigan.

More Resources:

Definitions, Challenges & Considerations of SDVs ft. Intrepid Control Systems, Dataspeed, Keysight Technologies, and AutoVision News Radio: https://tinyurl.com/4mnu6wvd

The Software-Defined Future of Automotive ft. Volvo Group, Ford of Europe, and AutoVision News Radio via Reuters Events: https://tinyurl.com/mr2upmnr

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

Automotive Ethernet & The OPEN Alliance ft. John Simon of Intrepid Control Systems: https://tinyurl.com/4fkkwdfw

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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.

Mick Winship, Executive Director for AVL's Advanced Simulation Technologies division, joins Carl Anthony to discuss key challenges before the industry, including the direction of the powertrain landscape and the rising MSRP of new vehicles.

Mick also expands on how AVL team members leverage advanced simulation and in-depth benchmarking to help customers decrease the number of physical prototypes, which allows them to save time and money.

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

AVL Simulation Solutions: https://tinyurl.com/4cz9s79b

AVL LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/4hjemxys

1 in 5 New-Car Shoppers Committed to an 84-Month Loan in Q1 2025 via Edmunds: https://tinyurl.com/4hdc3hm8

Used Car Prices Rise for the First Time in 2 1/2 Years via iSeeCars: https://tinyurl.com/5fw4h3sf

Follow AutoVision News Radio on LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/49jyrd3b