Under The Hood: Automotive Storytelling

Episode 10 - Dr. Jan Wehinger, MHP - A Porsche Company: Cultural impact of SDV

Stephane Lagresle Season 1 Episode 10

⚡ THE TRANSFORMATION BLUEPRINT DECODED

In this episode of "Under the Hood: Automotive Storytelling" from The Storytelling Tribe, we connect with Dr. Jan Wehinger, Partner at MHP and automotive transformation expert, to explore how the industry is navigating the complex shift from hardware-defined to software-defined vehicles while managing unprecedented cultural transformation.

🎯 KEY INSIGHTS

Tech Giants vs. Traditional OEMs: The Cultural Collision

Jan reveals how over 50% of SDV transformation success depends on cultural change, not technology implementation, and why traditional automotive companies face unique challenges compared to greenfield players.

The Partnership Evolution Strategy

Discover how the industry is shifting from competitive advantages to collaborative advantages, requiring new partnership models between OEMs, Tier 1s, and tech companies to succeed in the SDV era.

The AI-Driven Future of Automotive Leadership

Learn how AI agents will begin guiding employees and why autonomous driving – not monthly subscriptions – will be the real business model game-changer for software-defined vehicles.

💡 PRACTICAL TAKEAWAYS

  • Deploy Strategy Rapidly: Abandon massive PowerPoint decks, go for immediate execution and continuous re-steering in fast-changing markets
  • Prioritize Cultural Transformation: Invest 50%+ of transformation resources in changing organizational mindset from hardware to software-defined thinking
  • Evaluate Partnership Portfolio: Assess collaborative advantages over competitive ones when building SDV capabilities with tech partners
  • Focus on Trust-Building: Leverage traditional automotive brand heritage for safety-critical features like autonomous driving differentiation

🌟 ABOUT YOUR GUIDE

Dr. Jan Wehinger brings over a decade of experience in automotive transformation consulting. Partner at MHP (a Porsche company) since 2019, previously Senior Manager and researcher at Volkswagen focusing on future trends and innovation management. Currently leads strategic craftsmanship initiatives combining technology implementation with organizational change across Europe, China, UK, and US markets.


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"Under the Hood: Automotive Storytelling" uncovers the human narratives driving innovation in an industry that impacts lives worldwide. Hosted by Stéphane Lagresle, this podcast explores how the power of storytelling ultimately connects technology to humans.