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No longer science fiction, we're living in the age of self driving cars. Segment 1: Trapped in Cyber Space Are you a tech junky? The car may be the ideal platform to stay connected and enhance your digital lifestyle without losing touch with the physical world. Gartner's Thilo Koslowki discusses the connected car movement. Segment 2: Timing Is Everything By 2020, Gartner's Thilo Koslowski predicts that 70% of all new vehicles will come with connectivity options. Are consumers ready to accept this new technology? Segment 3: Traditions and Changes Now's the time to embrace the traditional car. Why? Because we're on the precipice of self driving cars that will revolutionize how we think about transportation. Thilo Koslowski describes the evolution of our interaction with cars. Segment 4: What's AMG? It may well be one of the best kept secrets of the auto industry. AMG has transformed the face of Mercedes-Benz to transport autos to an exciting new place. Case and point; the G63 AMG 6x6. Segment 5: Go Fast with AMG Did you know that there are 22 hand-built AMG Mergedes-Benz models available? Branden Cot? shares how AMG is combining the luxury of Mercedes-Benz with the power that auto enthusiasts love. Segment 6: No More Accidents Mercedes-Benz is a pioneer in the intelligent car space. In fact, they're aiming to eliminate car accidents by the year 2030. Branden Cot? explains what safety technology Mercedes-Benz is implementing today. Segment 7: A Good Cause Barrett-Jackson car auctions feature some of the most notable vehicles and automobilia around. Steve Ling fills us in on the Ford charity car crossing the block at the upcoming Reno auction. Segment 8: Mulally Magic When Alan Mulally turned down the TARP money, America had a glimmer of what a strong and thoughtful leader Ford had at the helm. We take a moment to discuss how he shaped the corporate climate at Ford. Segment 9: Mark Fields and Mustang From tough times to "Zoom Zoom", Mark Fields was instrumental in the revival of Mazda. Now, he's stepping into the large shoes of Alan Mulally as Ford's CEO. Segment 10: TARDEC The Tank Automotive Research Development and Engineering Center is positioned in the heart of the automotive R&D community. Today, there is a keen focus on autonomous systems. Segment 11: Autonomous Convoy The U.S. Army and Lockheed Martin have recently completed a joint capability demonstration with a seven vehicle autonomous convoy. We explore the benefits and risks that may come with this advanced technology. Segment 12: Picking Favorites What is the one projects the TARDEC's Director, Dr. Paul Rogers like most of all? With so many new an innovative ideas that work together, it's impossible to choose! We learn more about what's new for TARDEC. Segment 13: Remember the Troops Fireworks are beautiful, but this Independence Day we hope that you take a moment to honor the sacrifice of those who have fought for our freedom. Thank you to the men and women who have served our great country. Segment 14: New Ford CEO BJ Killeen phones in with her take on Ford's decision to have Mark Fields step in to replace Alan Mulally as CEO. Then, Alan rants on why he has always appreciated when car manufacturers do recalls. Segment 15: Mazda CX-9 Most people don't associate Mazda with large SUV's. BJ Killeen reviews the 2014 Mazda CX-9, a car not to be overlooked. Segment 16: Seinfeld and Acura Acura has chosen an interesting new advertising tactic and enlisted comedian Jerry Seinfeld to pen humorous commercial spots. Gary Robinson explains why Acura has made this bold choice. Segment 17: Energi V. Storm It's time for an oddball side-by-side comparison of the hybrid 2014 Ford Fusion Energi and producer Jason's sweet 1992 Geo Storm. Segment 18: Upcoming Car Shows BJ Killeen offers a bit of dating advice to all of the single ladies out there; go to a car show!