Ep39 - The 48V push, Chat GPT in cars and Hey Mercedes!

Ep40 - Keeping up with RedBull, the EV downturn & a day in dirt

In this episode, the two talk about the off track drama happening in F1 outpacing the on track battles as it returns for the 2024 season. Meanwhile MotoGP returns with some really exciting developments to follow this season, including a promising rookie in Pedro Acosta and a beloved hero Marquez on a faster motorcycle. The two also talk about decline in the EV market globally, and share the experience of spending a day riding Kawasaki dirt bikes on track. Share feedback at akshay@octane101.com [akshay@octane101.com] or tweet at @octane_101 [https://twitter.com/octane_101] Follow us at @the_motonomad  [https://twitter.com/the_motonomad]and @sayanRS [https://twitter.com/sayanRS]

Ep39 - The 48V push, Chat GPT in cars and Hey Mercedes!

In this episode, the two look back at some of the biggest developments of 2023 so as one would expect, MotoGP in India was mentioned way too many times. But also the sub 500cc motorcycle segment, EU's move towards data protection and some more. On top of that, they talk about Dakar rally and hopes for Harith Noah, who by the time of posting finished 1st in Rally2, the new himalayan without riding it, which by the time of posting, they had riddem and lot of AI news from CES Share feedback at akshay@octane101.com [akshay@octane101.com] or tweet at @octane_101 [https://twitter.com/octane_101] Follow us at @the_motonomad  [https://twitter.com/the_motonomad]and @sayanRS [https://twitter.com/sayanRS]

Ep38 - The driving data crisis, confusing driverless future and return of a forgotten brand

In this episode, the two talk about the very first episode of Octane101 Podcast as the topic of data generated by cars finally gains some traction. They also discuss the unusual developments in driverless space where on one end, we saw giant funding rounds while on the other, some setbacks. And they eventually end up at their favorite topic of bashing SUVs and discuss Colarado's new policy to tax SUVs. Share feedback at akshay@octane101.com [akshay@octane101.com] or tweet at @octane_101 [https://twitter.com/octane_101] Follow us at @the_motonomad [https://twitter.com/the_motonomad]and @sayanRS [https://twitter.com/sayanRS]

Ep37 - MotoGP in India, bad days for Perez and the fear of Android Auto

In this episode, the two hosts dissect the recent Formula 1 Singapore and Japanese Grand Prix, debating about the position Perez is in right now.. We then shift gears to the historic moment in Indian motorsport: the debut of MotoGP in India. Experience the excitement as our hosts take you through the race highlights and discuss in detail everything that went right for the race, and everything that needs to be fixed for the next year. In the usual news, some conversation around Tata's latest Nexon EV. Plus Tesla's latest move as they navigate the transition away from the controversial yoke steering wheel. Share feedback at akshay@octane101.com [akshay@octane101.com] or tweet at @octane_101 [https://twitter.com/octane_101] Follow us at @the_motonomad [https://twitter.com/the_motonomad]and @sayanRS [https://twitter.com/sayanRS]

Ep36 - More yoke steerings, the future of 400s and another day at Tesla

Rec Aug11- In this episode, as usual, the two debate over Sergio Perez and his poor performance somewhere in other F1 related talks. They also talk about yoke steerings coming to more cars, optimistic plans of Goa to go EV, impact of changes in subsidies, some weird incidents in EV space, and most importantly, the brand new Triumph Speed 400 and Harley 440x. Share feedback at akshay@octane101.com [akshay@octane101.com] or tweet at @octane_101 [https://twitter.com/octane_101] Follow us at @the_motonomad [https://twitter.com/the_motonomad]and @sayanRS [https://twitter.com/sayanRS]