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Read more about the article Car Reviews, Hollywood Rides, and Safety Features | #291

Car Reviews, Hollywood Rides, and Safety Features | #291

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #291

Alan is back from a trip to Spain and he’s ready to talk cars. Autotrader’s Brian Moody was Alan’s test drive co-pilot across the sea, and they review the 2017 Volvo XC60. Brian also talks about the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe, HomeLink tech, and the future of autonomous vehicles. Josh Hancock talks Cars III and addresses some car rumors floating around Hollywood. Tim Clyde tells about how Katzkin Leather, Inc. can refresh any car interior from the mid-late 90s on up. Tony Gaunter of Global Transportation Services discuses Ford’s new leadership and why he believes Mark Fields was replaced. BJ Killeen reviews the 2017 Volvo S60 Polestar. And last but not least, we chat with Karl Brauer of Kelley Blue Book about his visit to the Honda research and development facility. Karl also tells us his thoughts on software companies taking over the automotive industry. Listen now.

  • [00:00:00] Volvo XC60 Beckons Raving Fans
  • [00:06:49] Is the Chevrolet Tahoe the Perfect Car?
  • [00:12:31] Does Technology Come with the Price?
  •  [00:19:52] Automakers Debut Cars in Movies
  • [00:29:11] Famous Cars’ Auction Prices Rise
  • [00:35:53] A Tasty Bite of  Business & Burgers
  • [00:42:14] Lingenfelter Chevrolet Silverado Facelift
  • [00:48:19] Specialty Interior with Katzkin Leather
  • [00:54:46] Stocks Fall After Ford Loses Mark Fields
  • [01:02:07] BJ Killeen Reviews Volvo S60 Polestar
  • [01:11:28] Honda’s Turbocharged Small Engines
  • [01:18:09] Technology is Taking the Wheel

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Read more about the article Indianapolis 500, 24 Hours of LeMons, Audi R8 V10, and More | #290

Indianapolis 500, 24 Hours of LeMons, Audi R8 V10, and More | #290

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #290

From wrecks at the Indianapolis 500 to sexy supercar reviews, this episode is full of excitement! We hear from CEO of Justice Brothers, Ed Justice, Jr., about his exciting experience at the Indy 500. Then, automotive journalist, George Kennedy, tells us about the creative cars at 24 Hours of LeMons, and his excitement over the upcoming Barrett-Jackson in Connecticut. Brian Armstead, automotive journalist for Roadfly, reviews his new love, the 2017 Audi R8 V10 Plus. RACER Magazine’s Steven Cole Smith tells us about a 69 year old sprint car race called the Little 500. We end the hour with Autotrader’s Michelle Krebs who tell us about the current state of dealerships.

  • [00:00:00] Scott Dixon Had One Crazy Week
  • [00: 05:45] Takuma Sato Takes Indy 500 Win
  • [00:12:30] Surprises at the Indianapolis 500
  • [00:19:51] 24 Hours of LeMons $500 Car Race
  • [00:28:14] Inside the 2017 Toyota RAV4
  • [00:35:52] Barrett-Jackson Comes to Mohegan Sun
  • [00:42:13] Audi R8 V10 Plus Wakes the Neighbors
  • [00:48:59] 2017 Audi R8 V10: A Street Racecar
  • [00:54:43] 2017 Audi R8 V10 Plus is a Drive Machine
  • [01:02:04] The Little 500, A Don’t-Miss 69-Year-Old Race
  • [01:11:38] Auto Buying Trends Affecting Car Dealers
  • [01:18:04] Sales of SUVs Continue to Rise

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