Stellantis Launches Weekly Automotive Design Podcast
The new series offers a behind-the-scenes look at car design and is available to stream every Thursday.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Car Types
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Stellantis has launched a new weekly podcast, Car Concepts with Ralph Gilles, which explores the intricacies of automotive design from initial sketch to production. Episodes are recorded at the historic Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in Detroit.
Why it matters
The podcast offers automotive enthusiasts and Detroit residents a behind-the-scenes look at how passion for art and engineering shapes the vehicles we drive today. It provides listeners with direct insights into the development process from industry leaders.
The podcast features one inaugural season with episodes recorded at Detroit's Conner Avenue Assembly Plant. Guests slated for the first season include Bob Lutz, Cristy Lee, and Scott Krugger.
The players
Stellantis
A global automotive manufacturer known for brands including Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep.
Ralph Gilles
The host of the podcast and a prominent design executive at Stellantis.
The details
Hosted by design executive Ralph Gilles, the show facilitates conversations between designers, engineers, and creators to demystify how a vehicle transforms from a concept sketch into a consumer product. By recording at the Conner Avenue facility, the production bridges the gap between creative automotive theory and the actual site of manufacturing history in Detroit.
Timeline
October 29, 2026: The podcast series launched with its premiere episode.
Every Thursday in 2026: New episodes are scheduled for digital release.
The Home Front
The series follows a growing trend of major automotive brands leveraging historic industrial sites to cultivate deeper consumer connections through digital storytelling. This move mirrors broader shifts in how manufacturers are utilizing heritage infrastructure to maintain brand identity in a digital-first market.
Detroit-area car enthusiasts can stream the series on platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube to hear insights from design industry experts. Keep an eye on weekly release schedules to track discussions on upcoming vehicle concepts and engineering trends.
The takeaway
The series brings the complex world of automotive design directly to your home through accessible weekly discussions. Listeners can follow the inaugural season by subscribing to the podcast on major platforms including Amazon Music and Audible.
What happens next
New episodes of the podcast are scheduled to release every Thursday throughout the remainder of 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest developments in vehicle design and enthusiast culture in the Car Types section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by DBusiness Magazine.
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