How do you transform a 100-year-old trucking giant into a software-driven, zero-emission company? Karin Rådström, CEO of Daimler Truck, joins Nicolai Tangen to discuss the massive changes reshaping the trucking industry. They explore the shift from diesel to electric and hydrogen power, the development of autonomous vehicles, and the cultural transformation needed to accelerate innovation in a traditional German engineering company. Karin also opens up about her leadership philosophy of "tough love," her background as a Swedish national rowing champion, and what it's like being the first woman to lead a major truck manufacturer. With 105,000 employees worldwide, Daimler Truck is steering toward a sustainable future. Tune in for an inspiring conversation!
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The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by David Høysæter.
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