by IAM RoadSmart
Are the promises of fantastical transport in science fiction possible… and if so, what are the facts? Each episode, racing driver, presenter and motoring connoisseur Rebecca Jackson is joined by an expert guest to find out how close we are to these futuristic dreams becoming reality. This is an IAM RoadSmart podcast
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March 2, 2026
In the final episode of this series Paul Wilson, Chair of the Smart Cities World advisory board, talks with Rebecca Jackson about what alternative energy sources could be used to power our transport of the future. They discuss the need to find a solution that is both renewable and sustainable, the pros and cons of alternatives such as biofuels and the big one – hydrogen. Plus, the main challenges of transitioning to these new energy sources. All opinions expressed are those of the individuals. This is an IAM RoadSmart podcast. You can find out more about IAM RoadSmart here. To support their work with a donation, head to iamroadsmart.net/donate Presented by Rebecca Jackson. Produced by Kate White. This is an Our Media Production. Guest bio: Paul Wilson is Chair of the Advisory Board for Smart Cities World, read by over 1m people worldwide. He is also Senior Advisor at Open & Agile Smart Cities with 170 city members and an honorary Research Fellow at the University of Bristol’s Smart Internet Lab. Until recently Paul was Chief Business Officer at Connected Places Catapult, the UK’s innovation accelerator for cities, transport, and place leadership. Paul founded the pioneering Smart City Project ‘Bristol Is Open’, winning numerous international Smart City awards, and became a founder and Board member of the UK Government’s UK5G. Paul draws on 30 years’ international leadership experience in technology and cities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
February 23, 2026
Karla Jakeman, formerly Head of Automated Transport at TRL, joins Rebecca to talk about self-driving taxi cabs. They discuss what the passenger experience will be like in a Robo Taxi and how soon will this be part of our everyday lives. Plus, what safety factors need to be considered to protect passengers and how will an automated cab cope with passengers with accessibility needs? They also discuss the cultural shift that this move towards self-driving commercial vehicles brings with it; are the days of ‘The Knowledge’ drawing to an end and will we miss having a bit of banter with the cabbie? All opinions expressed are those of the individuals. This is an IAM RoadSmart podcast. You can find out more about IAM RoadSmart here. To support their work with a donation, head to iamroadsmart.net/donate Presented by Rebecca Jackson. Produced by Kate White. This is an Our Media Production. Guest bio: Karla Jakeman is a strategic transport leader with nearly 30 years’ experience driving innovation across government, industry, and academia. Formerly Head of Automation in Transport and now Head of Safety Business Development at TRL, she is a respected voice in connected and automated mobility and transport more widely. Karla plays a pivotal role in shaping safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
February 16, 2026
Arun Ulahannan, Assistant Professor of Future Transport, joins Rebecca Jackson to talk about the future of electric vehicle charging – could the charge-as-you-drive roads shown in science fiction ever become a reality? They discuss of whole range of different potential wireless charging options, from charging pads for our taxis and buses, to dynamic charging on our motorways. They also explore the safety implications of wireless charging and whether range anxiety could finally be a thing of the past. All opinions expressed are those of the individuals. This is an IAM RoadSmart podcast. You can find out more about IAM RoadSmart here. To support their work with a donation, head to iamroadsmart.net/donate Presented by Rebecca Jackson. Produced by Kate White. This is an Our Media Production. Guest bio: Arun Ulahannan is Assistant Professor at the National Transport Design Centre (NTDC) at Coventry University. He completed a Master’s in Manufacturing Engineering at Warwick University. Following this he completed his Engineering Doctorate in Self-Driving Vehicles with Jaguar Land Rover and Warwick University. He is now leading research studies at the National Transport Design Centre, Coventry University, in electric vehicles, aviation and with the National Centre for accessible transport; working with disabled people to research new and more inclusive transport design. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Are the promises of fantastical transport in science fiction possible… and if so, what are the facts? Each episode, racing driver, presenter and motoring connoisseur Rebecca Jackson is joined by an expert guest to find out how close we are to these futuristic dreams becoming reality.
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