Next Generation Car Lovers Enjoy Passion-Fused Tech and Horsepower | #285

THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #285

The next generation of car lovers has arrived and it’s in the hands of the industry experts to help them tame their passion. We begin the first hour with Tony Bowie, who shares the mission of the Southwest Research Institute and their involvement with the Shell Eco-marathon. Then, Alan introduces freelance automotive journalist, George Kennedy III, to talk about their shared test drive of the Volvo V90 XC, and George’s 24 Hours to LeMons race. In the second hour, we jump back a couple months to a great show from February; we hear from the king of horsepower, John Hennessey, as well as BJ Killeen, KBB’s Karl Brauer, and owner of Workshop 5001, Marlon Goldberg. Join us to fuel your passion for cars.

 

  • [00:00:00] A New Generation of Automotive Passion
  • [00:05:54] Southwest Research Institute Inspires Youth
  • [00:12:30] The Sure-Footed Drive Feel of Volvo
  • [00:19:51] Volvo V90 XC is a Lifestyle Station Wagon
  • [00:28:59] A Sweet Appreciation for Station Wagons
  • [00:35:53] Race $500 Cars at 24 Hours of LeMons
  • [00:42:13] Hennessey Performance Revamps 2017 Ford Raptor
  • [00:48:400] Horsepower 101: Aftermarket Mods for Camaro ZL1
  • [00:54:43] BJ Killeen Buys Lincoln MKC SUV, Enjoys Luxury Perks
  • [01:02:04] Hyundai Ioniq’s Modular Drivetrain Platform
  • [01:12:42] Vintage Porsche Sales Rise Says Workshop 5001 Founder
  • [01:18:05] Boutique LA Garage, Workshop 5001, Restores Classics

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Autonomous Cars, Late Model Test Drives, Dodge Demon Hype and More | #284

THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #284

BJ Killeen shares some knowledge about the recent accident involving an autonomous Uber vehicle, and while it was determined that human error was involved, the cities that are allowing these test cars without drivers are still a bit cautious. Alan gives his review of the Toyota Prius Prime. Next, BJ and Alan talk about the 2017 Jeep Compass Trailhawk that can climb almost anything. James Bell of KIA talks about the ‘engineered for fun’, KIA Stinger, with its rear wheel bias all-wheel drive designed for excellent performance handling. Chris Duke joins us on the show for more predictions on the release of the Dodge Demon and to tell us about the aftermarket ATV upgrades he has been doing on Motorz TV. In the second hour, we flash back to one of our favorite shows from 2017 featuring Burt Reynold’s Trans Am, Josh Hancock’s review of The Classic Auto Show, BJ Killeen’s review of the KIA Niro Hybrid and we explore some future innovations with KBB’s Karl Brauer. Listen Now.

 

  • [00:00:00] Autonomous Uber Car Involved in Accident
  • [00:06:26] Toyota Prius Prime is a Quality Hybrid
  • [00:12:30] 2017 Jeep Compass Trailhawk Can Climb
  • [00:19:51]  Hype Continues to Rise for Dodge Demon
  • [00:26:41] KIA Stinger is Built for Fun Performance
  • [00:35:52] Chris Duke Hits Sand in RZR XP 1000
  • [00:42:12] Burt Reynolds’ 1977 Trans AM Sold at Barrett-Jackson
  • [00:48:10] Josh Hancock Reports from The Classic Auto Show
  • [00:54:43] Technology Paves Way for Safer Car Security
  • [01:02:03] BJ Killeen Reviews New KIA Niro Hybrid
  • [01:08:21] Dodge Demon Release Coming Soon
  • [01:018:04] Exploring Future Ford Innovations with Karl Brauer

 

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