Are We There Yet?

Every year there is one place to find all of the cutting-edge technology leading the business aviation space: The NBAA BACE Conference. This annual event, hosted this year in Orlando, Florida, is truly the epicenter of exciting things happening in business aviation. Every company and industry leader were at this year’s premier event, showcasing new […]

The NADA (National Automobile Dealers Association) annual conference is THE automotive industry event of the year!  And NADA 2023 in Dallas, Texas continued this trend, with the top companies in the industry showcasing their newest products, services, and cutting-edge technologies!   MarketScale’s Grant Harrell, Host of the transportation/mobility-focused video podcast series, Are We There Yet?, decided […]

The Consumer Technology Association’s annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) gathering is the premier event in consumer technology. This year’s fast-moving CES 2023 event featured exhibitions from global tech powerhouses and presentations from entrepreneurs and industry-leading keynote presentations.  During this weeklong Las Vegas event, transportation/mobility was very much a hot topic, and in fact, led […]

In the latest, special-edition episode of “Are We There Yet?”, host Grant Harrell speaks with leaders in facility management about current and forthcoming changes in the field. Harrell discusses his visit to the annual IFMA World Workplace 2022, which kicked off in Nashville, Tennessee over the course of three days in late September. Harrell noted […]

Grant Harrell, host of Are We There Yet? had the pleasure of attending Informa Markets’ The Battery Show in Novi, Michigan from September 13-15, 2022. The show featured the latest trends and topics in the transportation and mobility industry. It is the “largest battery and electric vehicle technologies trade show in America.”  When it comes to […]

Mobility is the thread woven into every industry and every way of life. And, by extension, the vehicle is part of that identity. Challenges arise through that mobility evolution, and space is an issue today. No sugar coating on this one; there are a lot of cars on the road being driven at any given […]

Small satellites are categorized by weight, under 500 kg or 1100lb, developed for navigation, communication, earth observation, and other activities. Fortune Business Insights projects the market to reach 10.75 B in 2028. Vaya Space is poised to take its fair share of the market in small satellite launches in the future. Vaya delivers safer launches […]

The railroad industry has been plagued by disturbing derailments in recent months. Some companies are working to fix this – including Holland LP, a rail solutions provider that focuses on switching out traditional track building methods for more innovative solutions. But what kind of solutions have they come up with and why are they important […]

The automobile dealer industry experienced quite the rollercoaster over the past few years. Everything from crazy consumer demand, empty lots, supply chain issues, personnel shortages, rising interest rates, and higher gas prices. With the art of selling automobiles shifting and changing with each new loop, how do dealers face strategic shifts in training their teams? […]

For many of us, airline travel is almost as ordinary as driving a car.  In fact, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) handles more than 45,000 flights a day and over 16 million flights per year in the United States.  How, exactly, does the FAA regulate so many flights and help ensure safety for the more […]

The NADA (National Automobile Dealers Association) annual conference is THE automotive industry event of the year!  And NADA 2023 in Dallas, Texas continued this trend, with the top companies in the industry showcasing their newest products, services, and cutting-edge technologies!   MarketScale’s Grant Harrell, Host of the transportation/mobility-focused video podcast series, Are We There Yet?, decided […]

Flying is a chore for many individuals today, often laden with many layovers and alterations in flight times. The charter aviation industry is starting to bring ease to many customers in eliminating these travel pains, and new jet delivery is expected to grow with 6,362 new jet sales between 2020 and 2029. What are private […]

The Consumer Technology Association’s annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) gathering is the premier event in consumer technology. This year’s fast-moving CES 2023 event featured exhibitions from global tech powerhouses and presentations from entrepreneurs and industry-leading keynote presentations.  During this weeklong Las Vegas event, transportation/mobility was very much a hot topic, and in fact, led […]

The United States Postal Service is purchasing 66,000 electric vehicles as they work to upgrade their fleet. The entire purchase will bring 106,000 new vehicles to the fleet by 2028. The cost for the upgrade is in the neighborhood of about $9.5 billion, about $3 billion of which is from the Inflation Reduction Act. […]

As we journey through the fourth industrial revolution, we are witnessing the rapid evolution of transportation. The global market is experiencing a dramatic shift, with electric vehicles becoming the norm. Within this space, electric motorcycles, in particular, are coming of age. As the push for sustainability grows, a significant numbers of enthusiasts are looking […]

In an era increasingly marked by a desire to embrace travel while maintaining personal space, the recreational vehicle (RV) industry has witnessed an impressive boom. A sector once thought of as catering to retirees and vacationing families is expanding rapidly and innovating at an unprecedented pace. Today, the RV industry is a $140 billion market, […]

In an era where electric vehicles are becoming the norm, one iconic brand stands out, not just as a nostalgic nod to the past but as a reimagined vision for the future. The DeLorean Motor Company, known for its iconic DMC-12 model and its association with the “Back to the Future” franchise, is now […]

To separate EV fact from fiction, one needs to look further into the electrification revolution occurring in the automotive industry. According to the International Energy Agency, 300 million electric cars could be on the road by 2030. There’s no denying EV popularity growth and increasing global market share. But what are the issues, challenges, and […]

In an era of constant digital connection, can virtual access provide opportunities where a physical presence isn’t attainable? The march towards an increasingly digital world creates the capacity to exist in multiple locations simultaneously through virtual platform technology. From learning services to trade shows, industries are finding innovative ways to incorporate these new capabilities. One […]

Cameron Balloons is the World’s favorite brand of hot air balloons.  And this isn’t just “hot air”!  Whether for recreational fun, competition, advertising, passenger ride operations, or special-shape balloons, Cameron knows more about ballooning, and how to use balloons for sport, marketing, advertising, and commercial purposes, than anyone in the industry.  And, Cameron is in […]

What does the Shell Starship 3.0 initiative mean for the overall sustainability goals of the heavy transport sector? A lot!  In fact, Shell is very much in the driver’s seat of the industry’s integration of clean transportation technologies and move towards sustainability. The transport sector is one of the significant contributors to global carbon […]

Autonomous trucking, Are We There Yet? To answer this question, Host Grant Harrell turns to Kodiak Robotics, an autonomous trucking company founded in 2018 that specializes in developing self-driving technology for long-haul trucking.  Within aim to transform the logistics industry, Kodiak’s innovative approach focuses on safety, scalability, and efficiency. Within this engaging episode that nearly […]

Within the world of business aviation, accessing the cloud in the clouds, Are We There Yet? To answer this question, Host Grant Harrell looks to SmartSky Networks, an industry-leading organization that has established a next-generation air-to-ground (ATG) network that provides an unmatched connected experience inflight for both cabin and crew. SmartSky Networks’ patented beam-forming […]

Ray Novak of ICOM America recapped the exhilarating 2023 EAA AirVenture show on “Are We There Yet?”. The event drew an impressive crowd of over 677,000 attendees and showcased over 10,000 airplanes, ranging from commercial aviators to DIY aircraft builders. ICOM’s booth and remote location were buzzing with activity, where they commemorated the Warbirds […]

Making waves at EAA AirVenture 2023, Airbus unveils a skyward revolution, setting new benchmarks in sustainable aviation for the world. At EAA’s AirVenture 2023 exhibition, Amanda Simpson, Vice President of Research and Technology and Head of Sustainability for Airbus Americas, showcased the Delta-branded A350 airliner, emphasizing Airbus’s commitment to pioneering sustainable aerospace. The A350, […]

The United States Postal Service is purchasing 66,000 electric vehicles as they work to upgrade their fleet. The entire purchase will bring 106,000 new vehicles to the fleet by 2028. The cost for the upgrade is in the neighborhood of about $9.5 billion, about $3 billion of which is from the Inflation Reduction Act. […]