The Art and Science of Designing a Car

Oz is at the Web Summit in Qatar this week, and he’s taking you with him. This episode was recorded live on stage with Wired’s global editorial director Katie Drummond. Katie and Oz talk about what it’s like to cover this moment, from DOGE and tech titans in the White House to AI ... Show More

If the 20th century was defined by oil, journalist and author Nicolas Niarchos bets that the 21st century will be defined by batteries. In his book, The Elements of Power: A Story of War, Technology and the Dirtiest Supply Chain on Earth, Niarchos unpacks the hidden costs behind ... Show More

How do you feel about AI in your art, your music, and your video games? Oz is joined by Kill Switch host, Dexter Thomas, to discuss Switchbot's AI Art Frame and the video gamers who are holding developers to account. But will the anti-AI outrage continue to make change? Then, Oz ... Show More

<p>What's the key to a good car interior? What techniques do lead designers use when they're crafting the interior of vehicles like the Bugatti Veyron? Join Scott and Ben as they take a closer look at the past, present and future of automotive interior design.</p><p> </p> Learn m ... Show More

<p>Every year, car companies pour millions of dollars into racing technology. This isn't just for entertainment -- check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how innovations in racing technology have influenced the technology in everyday cars.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ... Show More

Les voitures autonomes sont de plus en plus populaires, et s’imposent dans les concessions automobiles comme un défi d’avenir pour les constructeurs. Si Nissan, General Motors, et d’autres marques sont déjà bien engagés dans cette course, c’est pourtant Tesla qui est la plus en p ... Show More

The landscape of technological advancement in the art and design world is constantly evolving at a rapid pace. In recent years, we have witnessed the emergence of groundbreaking concepts like the Metaverse, NFTs, and easily accessible A.I. available to anyone with an Internet con ... Show More

<p>For the most part, cars have several common design components -- two headlights, for example, or four wheels -- but why is that? Tune in and learn more about the stories and science behind basic car design in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com.</p><p> </p> Learn more about yo ... Show More

<p>Released in Japan in 2007, the Nissan GT-R has quickly become an iconic car for Nissan. But what inspired it, and how does it compare with other supercars? Join Scott and Ben as they continue their in-depth discussion of the Nissan GT-R.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-ch ... Show More

<p>The engineers and drivers of race cars constantly push the limit, and sometimes their innovations become commonplace in mainstream vehicles. So what can we expect from race cars in the future? Join Scott and Ben as they take a closer look.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad- ... Show More

<p>The Nissan Skyline changed the face of the auto industry -- and for more than a year, listeners have patiently asked Scott and Ben to take a closer look at its rise.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.ihea ... Show More

A car's quickness and overall speed depend on both the power of the engine and the way that energy is routed throughout the vehicle. Learn why electric vehicles can be quicker (but aren't as fast) as gas-powered cars in this episode of BrainStuff. Learn more about your ad-choices ... Show More