Dr. Linda Ng Boyle, NYU Tandon School of Engineering: The Role Of Cars In The Future Of Work

Episode 130 June 24, 2026 00:29:36
Dr. Linda Ng Boyle, NYU Tandon School of Engineering: The Role Of Cars In The Future Of Work
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Dr. Linda Ng Boyle, NYU Tandon School of Engineering: The Role Of Cars In The Future Of Work

Jun 24 2026 | 00:29:36

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Show Notes

What if the daily commute in your car became one of the most productive parts of your day? Today’s WorkforceRx guest, Dr. Linda Ng Boyle of the NYU Tandon School of Engineering, is going to help us understand how close we may be to that level of human-machine interaction and what it means for the future of work and mobility. “It's going to be a really dramatic shift for a lot of workers. As more driving responsibilities are handed over to autonomous vehicles, there will be more people using their car as a mobile extension of the office." That coming reality is prompting interior design changes that involve lighting, acoustics, larger displays and even using windows as digital whiteboards. In this fascinating conversation, Futuro Health CEO Van Ton-Quinlivan explores the implications of these changes for safety, productivity, well-being, and which sectors, including healthcare, will be impacted most. You’ll also learn about the complex relationship dynamics between humans and technology; the positive aspects of autonomous vehicles for seniors and people with mobility challenges; and the career path into human factors engineering. Mentioned in this episode:

NYU Tandon School of Engineering

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