Toyota

Howard Lutnick: How America Can Hit 6% GDP Growth in 2026

All-In Podcast

Japanese auto manufacturer whose products are discussed in the context of trade deals and market access.

Richard Wolff: Marxism and Communism | Lex Fridman Podcast #295

Lex Fridman

An automotive manufacturer mentioned as producing electric cars but still focused on individual car ownership rather than mass transit solutions, contributing to a criticized 'fucking nuts' approach to transportation.

Israel Adesanya: Becoming World Champion Was The Lowest Day Of My Life!

The Diary Of A CEO

A car brand, specifically a 'beat-up Honda' and the preparation for a sports car.

How To Fix Your Focus & Stop Procrastinating: Johann Hari | E114

The Diary Of A CEO

A car manufacturer whose Gothenburg branch moved mechanics to a six-hour day, leading to 114% more production and 25% profit increase.

#AIS: Bestie AMA with Valor's Antonio Gracias

All-In Podcast

Mentioned as the previous occupant of the Freemont factory that Tesla took over and retooled, highlighting opportunities to reinvigorate older US manufacturing facilities.

Klarna Founder: From $0 to $46 Billion: Sebastian Siemiatkowski | E98

The Diary Of A CEO

Japanese multinational automotive manufacturer, referenced for its "Toyota Way" principles which emphasize learning through observation and reflection, used as an example of effective learning methods.

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang GTC 2026 Full Keynote

Yahoo Finance

A large established automotive company, now a partner in NVIDIA's self-driving car platform.

It's Surprising How Much Small Teams Can Get Done - Sam Chaudhary of ClassDojo

Y Combinator

Mentioned in the context of the New United Motor Manufacturing, Inc. (NUMMI) plant, which served as a model for improving company culture and issue resolution.

LA's Wildfire Disaster, Zuck Flips on Free Speech, Why Trump Wants Greenland

All-In Podcast

Mentioned as getting behind by NVIDIA's CEO, implying a collaboration or endorsement related to self-driving technology.

Josh Waitzkin - The Cave Process, Advice from Future Selves, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss

Mentioned in relation to Deming and manufacturing excellence, symbolizing process improvement and efficiency in identifying steps within a process.

Vijay Kumar: Flying Robots | Lex Fridman Podcast #37

Lex Fridman

Automaker exploring 'shared autonomy' or 'collaborative autonomy' as a paradigm for human-robot interaction in vehicles.

George Hotz: Comma.ai, OpenPilot, and Autonomous Vehicles | Lex Fridman Podcast #31

Lex Fridman

One of the primary car manufacturers supported by Openpilot, with the 2020 Corolla noted for its excellent performance.

Scientists Find New Way To Control Quantum Computers

Sabine Hossenfelder

Currently filing the most patents in the autonomous vehicles sector.

How to Negotiate a Prenup — Ramit Sethi

Tim Ferriss

Car brand Ramit Sethi's dad would frequently consider when buying a car.

Seth Godin on The Game of Life, The Value of Hacks, and Overcoming Anxiety | The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss

Japanese automaker used as an example of a product that reliably 'meets spec,' thus demonstrating high quality according to Deming's definition.

Hydrogen Will Not Save Us. Here's Why.

Sabine Hossenfelder

Has been selling hydrogen-fueled cars for about a decade.

Oliver Cameron (CEO, Voyage) - MIT Self-Driving Cars

Lex Fridman

A car manufacturer mentioned in the context of developing back-carrying robots that could assist seniors.

E20: Robinhood wrap up, Insiders vs. Outsiders, California's failing report card & how to fix it

All-In Podcast

Automaker that moved its headquarters out of California, cited as an example of corporate exodus.

The FTX Disaster is Deeper Than you Think

ColdFusion

The Savings Expert: The Truth About America Collapsing! The Cost Of Living Is About To Skyrocket!

The Diary Of A CEO

Bee AI: The Wearable Ambient Agent

Latent Space

Implied in the context of automotive technology and AI.

MIT 6.S094: Deep Learning

Lex Fridman

Mentioned as a sponsor or partner for the course.

MIT 6.S094: Deep Learning for Human Sensing

Lex Fridman

A car manufacturer thanked for their contribution to the class.

How To Get Your First Users

Y Combinator

A Japanese automotive manufacturer used for comparison with the Tesla Model Y's suspension and comfort.