The Off-Highway Podcast from iVT: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to The Off-Highway Podcast from iVT, audio brand of iVT International. Each month we’ll be bringing you news, views and interviews with vehicle design and engineering experts from across the off-highway vehicle industry. Listen on a wide variety of streaming platforms, and we will help keep you up to date with the latest industry developments as well as enable you to gain key insights from thought leaders working in OEM design teams and beyond.
Daniel Heussen is general manager for business transformation at Komatsu Europe. In conversation with iVT deputy editor Anjali Sooknanan, Daniel discusses the adoption of smart technology and AI in off-highway construction, examining how these disciplines are transforming job sites and the criteria for successful implementation. He also shares insights on the future of autonomous sites and predictive technology.
Michael Schankin is head of engineering and creation at EAO Automotive. In conversation with iVT deputy editor Anjali Sooknanan, Michael discusses functional safety in heavy-duty applications, exploring what it means, why it matters, and how data bus systems relate to safety requirements.
He also introduces EAO's newly launched S09 Keypad – the first certified keypad on the market – and explains the specific benefits this certification offers to customers working with safety-critical applications.
This episode is sponsored by EAO Automotive.
Petra Kaiser is brand manager of Systems & Components with DLG, organisers of Agritechnica. In conversation with iVT deputy editor Anjali Sooknanan, Petra talks about the key highlights of this month’s event including the event theme, must-attend conference sessions and exciting new additions.
One for your Agritechnica diaries:
WHEN: Wednesday 12th November, 11am
WHERE: Experts stage, Systems and Components
WHAT: iVT editor Tom Stone chairs the group discussion The challenges of designing electric mobile machinery for agriculture and how to overcome them. The panel includes experts from Merlo UK, AGCO Power, Danfoss Editron Delta-Q Technologies and Bosch Rexroth.
Juha-Pekka Asikainen is senior project manager with AGCO Power. In conversation with iVT deputy editor, Anjali Sooknanan, Juha-Pekka – also known as JP - discusses the design philosophy behind its new CORE engine platform, the performance benefits and how it addresses both current sustainability goals and future emission regulations.
This episode is sponsored by AGCO Power
Viki Bell is CEO of the CEA, the UK’s Construction Equipment Association. In conversation with iVT deputy editor Anjali Sooknanan, Viki talks about delivered on manifesto pledges, the biggest challenges facing OEMs in the UK and how the CEA is addressing those challenges.
Plus there is a discussion with iVT's outgoing commercial manager, Kevin Barrett, who reflects on 30 years on the title - and how the industry has changed in that time.
Adam Khaw is head of autonomy at episode sponsor, Danfoss Power Systems. In conversation with iVT deputy editor Anjali Sooknanan, Adam talks working with OEMs, the speed of autonomous adoption, machine learning and integrating with third party components.
Mark Findlay is CEO of Drive System Design (DSD), specialists in propulsion systems. In conversation with iVT deputy editor Anjali Sooknanan, Mark discusses the challenges of off-highway electrification, the progression of autonomous development and the differences between automotive and off-highway testing.
Trevor Bonifas is general manager for motive power with Crown Equipment. In conversation with iVT editor Tom Stone, Bonifas talks about the lift-truck manufacturer's new V-Force power system which means battery, charger and vehicle are fully integrated and delivered by Crown, enhancing reliability and ease-of-use for operators. He also discusses the challenges of charging and competing demand on the grid, forging partnerships with stakeholders to create product integration for improved operator safety, how a reduction in battery sizes may affect industrial design in the future, and whether lithium is here to stay.
Vinay Shet is co-founder and CEO of Teleo, an autonomy firm that aims to revolutionise heavy equipment operations. In conversation with iVT editor Tom Stone, Vinay talks through the technology that sits behind Teleo’s autonomy offering, working with OEMs, retrofitting, and whether the future of vehicle design will be cabless.
Michael Lefebvre is manager, global marketing and product strategy with John Deere Power Systems. He discusses the impact of on-highway engine technology on off-highway, as well as sustainability - and what JDPS has up its sleeve. Plus news and conversation with Tom Stone and Saul Wordsworth.
This episode is sponsored by John Deere Power Systems.
This episode is published in conjunction with DLG, organisers of Agritechnica.
Tom Stone and Saul Wordsworth preview Sunday's Agritechinca in Hanover including interviews with DLG's Systems and Components' brand manager, Philippa von Loe, and two representatives of German exhibitor, InMach.
There are not many within the industry who need no introduction, but Melker Jernberg is one. As president of Volvo Construction Equipment he is presiding over the company's breathtaking push towards zero emissions. He talked exclusively with iVT editor Tom Stone at ConExpo 2023, Las Vegas.
Interview begins 5:15
Our feature interview today is with Alastair Hayfield, director and off-highway specialist at Interact Analysis. Alastair discusses industry trends, the rise of electrification, challenges of hydrogen, and how he predicts 2023 will unfold for off-highway.
David Wilkie - a legend in the world of design and head of industrial design for Case IH - speaks with iVT International about his career, concept vehicles and the importance of good design. Plus news and conversation with Tom Stone and Saul Wordsworth.
The interview begins 4:50
Michel Denis speaks exclusively with iVT International about Bauma, Manitou's new portfolio of electric vehicles, and its roadmap for the future.
Plus news and conversation with Tom Stone and Saul Wordsworth.
This episode of The Off-Highway Podcast by iVT is sponsored by Manitou.
Joerg Emmert is head of machinery automation for Bosch Rexroth. Joerg offers his views on the current state of off-highway automation, the use of assistance functions and what he means by ‘real automation’.
Plus news and conversation with Tom Stone and Saul Wordsworth.
This episode of The Off-Highway Podcast by iVT is sponsored by Bosch Rexroth: Transforming Mobile Machines.
Seth Crawford is managing director of precision ag and digital for AGCO. In this interview he discusses Agriculture 4.0, autonomous vehicle development, AI and machine learning, and where he sees precision ag in 2030. Plus news and conversation with Tom Stone and Saul Wordsworth.
The interview begins 5:45
The interviews in this episode are brought to you by our sponsors Forsee Power and Warner Electric.
The first features an interview with Dave Ebling, president of Warner Electric, a leading provider of electromagnetic brakes and clutches to OEMs – the other is with Sébastien Romboville-Nicolle, vice president business development with Forsee Power, a leader in battery technology for off-highway and beyond.
Our interview is with Thomas Bitter, head of technology for Volvo Construction Equipment. Thomas talks about decarbonisation, fossil-free steel and Volvo CE's’s recent Zeus concept vehicle.
Charlie Alexander, director of automotive products at Ultraleap, talks with iVT editor Tom Stone about gesture control and hand tracking in off-road vehicles, and how mid-air haptics are the missing piece of vehicle HMI.
Rob Oliver is CEO of the UK's Construction Equipment Association (CEA). In this far-reaching conversation he addresses the effects of both covid and Brexit on the construction equipment landscape in the UK and Europe, as well as matters concerning sustainability and future fuels.
Interview begins 7:15.
Joris Hiddema is co-founder of revolutionary new autonomous solutions provider AgXeed. He discusses Agxeed’s current collaboration with Claas, the AgBot autonomous tractor they are rolling out next year and the challenges OEMs face as the industry moves away from more traditional machines. Plus news and conversation with Tom Stone and Saul Wordsworth.
Interview begins at 6.45
Gaetan Bouzard is heavy equipment industry lead with Siemens Digital Industries Software. Bouzard will discuss digital twins, the reliability and future of such simulations as well as the forthcoming iVT-Siemens webinar on this subject. Plus news and conversation with Tom Stone and Saul Wordsworth.
Interview begins 6:15
Azizi Tucker is co-founder and CTO of podcast sponsors Xing Mobility. He talks about the company’s move from motorsport to industrial vehicles, battery pack flexibility and the importance of cooling in a battery’s lifecycle.
The episode is sponsored byXing Mobility - empowering every and any industrial vehicle to go electric.
Manuel Kagelman is head of product portfolio management for batteries with Webasto. He discusses his company’s entry into the off-highway battery market, the huge potential for electrification in the industry and the link between thermal management – the company's other business – and battery technology.
The episode is sponsored by Webasto - your partner for future-proof battery solutions.
Since appearing on the cover of our latest issue Martin Lehner has announced his departure as CEO of Wacker Neuson. He reveals his reasons for stepping down, what he has learnt in 33 years at the company, what the future might look like and how a new business model built around rentals could revolutionise off-highway.
Plus a look back at the year with Tom Stone, Saul Wordsworth and long-time iVT colleague Kevin Barrett.
Interview with Martin Lehner begins at 12.15.
Johan Holmén is deputy chief technology officer for Volvo Autonomous Solutions. With a strong background across both autonomous and electric transport solutions, Johan explores the correlation between autonomous and electric, the follow-up from Volvo's autonomous electric site project and whether skilled workers will ever be replaced.
Plus news and conversation with Tom Stone and Saul Wordsworth.
Christophe Gurtner is CEO of Forsee Power, a leading designer and manufacturer of smart lithium-ion batteries for the electromobility market. Christophe talks about what made Forsee Power enter off-highway, the differences between agriculture and construction in electrification, and where he sees zero emissions in five years time.
The episode is sponsored by Forsee Power
Alan Berger has over 25 years product development experience in off-highway, including product lead with Volvo CE and chief technology officer with CNH Industrial. A holder of 21 patents, he will talk about hype vs reality in technology trends, how in his view time is running out for the established equipment industry order, and the future of diesel.
Plus news and conversation with Tom Stone and Saul Wordsworth.
Jo Bamford is heir to the JCB empire and executive chairman of Ryse Hydrogen, a company dedicated to affordable hydrogen for transport users in the UK and Europe. He talks about his recent world-first hydrogen excavator and the need for greater infrastructure if hydrogen is to penetrate the off-road industry.
Plus all the latest news and chat with Tom Stone and Saul Wordsworth.
In a wide-ranging and fascinating interview Michel Denis, CEO and president of Manitou Group, discusses changing direction because of Covid, working through lockdown and gazing into the future (interview begins 8:05). Plus all the latest news and chat with iVT editor Tom Stone and deputy editor Saul Wordsworth.
We speak with Sara Feuling, director of the construction sector for the hugely influential AEM, the Association of Equipment manufacturers in the United States. Plus all the latest news and chat with Tom Stone and Saul Wordsworth.
We speak with Joachim Schmid, managing director for construction with the VDMA, Europe's largest association representing OEMs and mechanical engineers. Plus all the latest news and chat with Tom Stone and Saul Wordsworth.
We speak with Jon Pope, legendary industrial vehicle designer who has worked with Volvo CE, John Deere and Mahindra. Plus all the latest news and chat from Tom Stone and Saul Wordsworth.
The focus of this second Covid-19 special is divided between construction and agriculture. The first half features a wide-ranging discussion with iVT International editor Tom Stone. Topics include the latest coronavirus news along with what possible opportunities this may present for OEMs. The second half offers up reflections on the coronavirus pandemic from Jérôme Bandry, secretary general of CEMA, the European Agricultural Machinery organisation, including his lobbying for agricultural machinery manufacture to be an 'essential industry'.
Covid-19 has taken the world by surprise, endangering millions, affecting billions and changing the workplace for everyone. We speak with two industry insiders - Riccardo Viaggi, secretary general of CECE and Ken Simonson, chief economist with the Associated General Contractors of America - to gauge how they believe construction and construction equipment manufacturing will be affected in the short and long term.
Volvo Construction Equipment's Ahcène Nedjimi is at the vanguard of the electrification revolution. He discusses battery technology, the difference between automation and electrification and where he sees Volvo's electromobility project in five years' time.
Plus all the latest news from the off-highway industry.