Mark Preston of StreetDrone shared exciting advancements at the Cenex Expo. He detailed future plans in vehicle autonomy. These plans focus on industrial and logistics environments. The conversation centered on StreetDrone’s successful work at Nissan’s Sunderland plant. The company transitioned from their 5GCal project to a newly funded endeavor. This new project is focused onContinue reading “Driving Autonomous Innovation: Mark Preston Discusses StreetDrone’s Progress at Cenex Expo”
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Navigating Speed, Strategy & Innovation in Motorsport and Beyond
Mark Preston shares his extensive career in motorsport and mobility innovation, detailing his engineering roles at Arrows and McLaren, founding Super Aguri F1, and successes in Formula E. He discusses leadership, strategic clarity, and the application of AI in autonomous vehicles, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and high-performance teams.
Mark Preston on the Rise of Formula E: A Chat with the CEO of DS TECHEETAH
In a recent interview, Mark Preston, CEO of DS TECHEETAH Formula E team, shared insights into the world of electric Motorsport and the strategies driving its growing popularity. From its unique approach to fan engagement to its commitment to sustainability, Formula E is carving out a distinct identity in the racing world. From Engineering Roots toContinue reading “Mark Preston on the Rise of Formula E: A Chat with the CEO of DS TECHEETAH”
Motorsport Passions
Mark Preston, currently the Motorsport Director at Lola Cars, shares his inspiring journey in the racing world. From his early days working with Formula Fords in Australia to leading teams in Formula 1 and Formula E. His passion for motorsport has been a constant throughout his career, driving him to innovate and adapt to newContinue reading “Motorsport Passions”
Experimenting with AI for creating a Podcast
As you all well know, AI tools are moving forward at a great rate of knots, so its worth saying that this post is being created in Oct 2024, because this might be out of date in months if not weeks! If you haven’t had a try of Google’s NotebookLM, its definitely worth experimenting with.Continue reading “Experimenting with AI for creating a Podcast”
How to become an F1 Technical Director
🚀 Thrilled to share my journey in motorsport through the “How to Become an F1 Technical Director” interview. I reflected on my transition from a mechanical engineer in Australia. This journey led me to work with some of the top teams in Formula 1 and Formula E. It has been an incredible experience. The keyContinue reading “How to become an F1 Technical Director”
24 Great Truckin’ Songs
In 1976 I was 8 years old, living on a farm in Kiacatoo, outside Condobolin in central New South Wales, and… into trucks. For Christmas that year I was given my first LP: ’24 Great Truck Drivin’ Songs’. It even had CB Trucker Talk code words on the back to decode the “secret” trucker talk, and thisContinue reading “24 Great Truckin’ Songs”
Move the Ball: Mark Preston, Pushing the Boundaries in Motorsports and Beyond
Mark Preston’s journey in motorsports, from his early days on an Australian farm to groundbreaking achievements in Formula 1 and Formula E, reflects his passion, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit. As Motorsport Director at Lola Cars, he continues to drive innovation with a focus on sustainability, marking him as a significant figure in the evolution of motorsports.
The StreetDrone Origin Story
STREETDRONE STORY_ If you want to understand how StreetDrone came to be, simply visit their office courtyard around the end of June every summer. The StreetDrone Summer Party has become legendary in the tech industry in the UK. In this little corner of Oxford, you’ll find autonomous vehicles running nonchalantly up and down the roadContinue reading “The StreetDrone Origin Story”
Lola Cars returning to top-tier global motorsport with technical partners Yamaha by joining the Formula E grid
Lola partners with Yamaha to enter ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, marking its return to global motorsport. The alliance aims to develop and supply high-performance electric powertrains, focusing on sustainability. Lola’s rich history and expertise in motorsport, combined with Yamaha’s innovation, promise exciting opportunities in the zero emissions transportation space.