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Read more about the article Automotive Genius at its Finest and Priciest | #296

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #296

Technology, engineering, horsepower, and even insurance rates – everything in the automotive industry is on the rise. We head into this hour chatting with Karl Brauer, Executive Publisher of Kelley Blue Book, who reviews the 2018 Dodge Demon, Durango SRT, and the Challenger TA. Then, automotive journalist for Roadfly.com, Brian Armstead, reviews the 2018 Infiniti Q50S. Next, John Ellis, technology expert of Ellis and Associates, shares information on higher insurance rates for Tesla drivers and discusses how the data generated by our cars may someday be worth more than the cars themselves. Skipping over to some excitement surrounding Monterey Car Week, Gordon McCall, President and CEO of McCall Events, Inc., explains the history behind Gordon McCall’s Motorworks Revival, and the details of another exclusive event, The Quail. We end the hour with automotive journalist for Racer.com, Steven Cole Smith, who reviews the Dodge Demon and the Ford Raptor, and shares his experience at the Formula E races in New York City. Get your engines or motors revving, listen now.

  • [00:00:00] Poppin’ Wheelies and Takin’ Charge
  • [00:06:25] Karl Brauer Drives the 2018 Dodge Demon
  • [00:12:30] Challenger Trans Am: Old School Translation
  • [00:19:51] Infiniti Puts Best Foot Forward with Q50 Red Sport
  • [00:30:08] AAA Announces Higher Insurance for Tesla Drivers
  • [00:35:50] Data Generated Could Potentially Mean Free Cars
  • [00:42:11]  Gordon McCall’s Motorworks Revival
  • [00:48:55] Cars, Planes, and Gourmet Eats
  • [00:54:42] Dodge Demon is Full of Hidden Gems
  • [01:02:03] Ford Raptor is an Unbelievable Truck On or Off-road
  • [01:13:06] Michelin Pickup Design Challenge
  • [01:18:01] Formula E Race on the Streets of New York

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #295

Whether you’re into muscle, horsepower, electric vehicles, or even celebrity car guys, we’ve got a little something for every gearhead. Automotive journalist BJ Killeen reviews the luxurious 2018 Lincoln Navigator and tells us about the pure glamour of this large SUV. Next, we chat with Michelle Krebs, Senior Analyst at Autotrader, who talks about the fate of sedans, the sales of EVs, and gives some insight on Tesla. Then, we talk with Greg Migliore, Editor-in-Chief of Autoblog, who takes us on a journey into the future with discussions on the 2020 Ford Bronco and Aston Martin Valkyrie. He also has some inside information on his co-worker’s  test drive of the Dodge Demon and the power of the  Jeep Trackhawk. We end the hour with excitement from Ed Justice, Jr., President and CEO of Justice Brothers, Inc., about Monterey Car Week. This week is full of must attend parties including Gordon McCall’s Motorworks Revival and The Quail. Tune in.

  • [00:00:00] Rapid Changes in the Automotive Hobby
  • [00:06:23] 2018 Lincoln Navigator Exudes Excellence
  • [00:12:30] Expedition and Navigator Shared Platform
  • [00:19:51] Utility Vehicles Replace Sedan Sales
  • [00:26:52] Will Tesla Model 3 Live Up to Expectations?
  • [00:35:51] EV Sales Less the 1% of Auto Market
  • [00:42:11] We Eagerly Await the 2020 Ford Bronco
  • [00:48:12] The Future is the Aston Martin Valkyrie
  • [00:54:42] Dodge Demon and Jeep Trackhawk Represent
  • [01:02:03] Monterey Car Week is Just Around the Corner
  • [01:10:30] Jay Leno and Jerry Seinfeld Wouldn’t Miss It
  • [01:18:01] Exclusive, Sophisticated Parties at Pebble Beach

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #294

Electric cars, luxury performance, and travel trailers are just a taste of what’s in store for this episode. JoshCAR’s Hollywood Car Consultant, Josh Hancock, raves about the 2018 Maserati Levante,  a performance SUV wrapped in luxury. Next, Josh talks about Telsa’s most affordable yet, the Model 3. Then, we take to the skies with Mark Murphy of TravelPulse who discusses hidden fees and booking mysteries behind our travel plans. Switching gears, we chat with Dan Sandberg, CEO of Brembo North America, about a recent inductee to the Automotive Hall of Fame. After all that excitement, you might need an on-the-ground vacation. Bob Wheeler of Airstream shares the history of iconic travel trailers and talks new trailer models. Hopping over to Connecticut, automotive journalist, George Kennedy, describes his first ever Barrett-Jackson held at the Mohegan Sun. Then, Richard Rawlings fills us in on his new show Garage Rehab and his energy drink, aptly named Gas Monkey Energy. We end with icon Steve Saleen of Saleen Automotive who tells us about the 30-year Championship Edition Saleen Mustangs.

  • [00:00:00] Maserati Levante is a Luxurious Performance SUV
  • [00:05:58] Tesla Starts Production on Model 3 Two Weeks Ahead
  • [00:12:30] Airlines Leave Final Booking Cost a Mystery
  • [00:19:51] Forget About Third Party Hotel Booking
  • [00:28:01] Brembo Brakes Selected As Standard for Many OEMs
  • [00:35:50] Quality Brakes Could Save Your Life
  • [00:42:10] Airstreams: Ultimate Tool for Travel and Adventure
  • [00:48:19] Not Just a Travel Trailer, Airstreams Can be a Home
  • [00:54:41] Behind the Scenes at Barrett-Jackson Northeast
  • [01:02:01] Garage Rehab Saves Shops in Financial Devastation
  • [01:09:20] Gas Monkey Energy Drink Hits Stores Near You
  • [01:17:59] 30-Year Championship Edition Saleen Mustangs

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Read more about the article Modern Galmping, Cars of Cuba, and Future Travel Laws | #293

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #293

We begin the hour chatting about the wonderful world of RVing, and BJ Killeen describes her idea of ‘roughing it’. BJ also reviews the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan that is larger than the previous model. Shifting over to something new, Executive Director of Hot August Nights, Mike Whan, tells us all about the event that upwards of 10,000 classic cars will attend. You can look forward to live music, delicious food, cruises, and an autocross track. Next, Karl Brauer, Executive Publisher of Kelley Blue Book, reviews the 2017 Porsche 911 Turbo S. Then, Karl clears up some confusion on a statement Volvo made regarding all-electric vehicles by 2019. Changing gears back to reviews, Brian Moody, Site Editor for Autotrader, raves about the 2017 Subaru Impreza Sport. He then predicts that the possible remodel of the Honda Accord could determine the future of the sedan market. Flying over to our new guest, we talk with Mark Murphy, Founder of Travelpulse.com, about the classic cars he saw on a recent trip to Cuba. Then Mark educates us on new travel laws looming in the near future. We end the hour with a bang; JoshCAR’s Josh Hancock tells us about two car heist movies that are making waves in Hollywood. Tune in now.

  • [00:00:00] The ‘Glamping’ Lifestyle is Here to Stay
  • [00:05:51] Second Generation Volkswagen Tiguan
  • [00:12:32] VW Offers Multiple Trim Packages for Tiguan
  • [00:19:54] Hot August Nights: A Car Lover’s Dream
  • [00:27:22] Mark Your Calendars for Hot August Nights
  • [00:35:55] Karl Brauer Reviews 2017 Porsche 911 Turbo S
  • [00:42:16] Volvo’s Electric Motor Press Release Confuses Buyers
  • [00:49:09] Head-Over-Heels for 2017 Subaru Impreza Sport
  • [00:54:49] New Honda Accord Seals Fate for Sedan Category
  • [01:02:10] Classic Cars Hidden by Cuban Embargo Since 1950s
  • [01:09:46] New Travel Requirements for Electronics on Flights
  • [01:18:10] Two Heist Car Movies Hitting Silver Screen

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Barrett-Jackson, Hot August Nights, NASCAR, and Apex Motor Club | #292

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #292

There’s a lot of excitement happening this summer for all of you car lovers out there. Alan has the inside scoop on recent and upcoming events. We cover the 2017 Northeast Barrett-Jackson collector car auction at the Mohegan Sun Casino and Resort in Connecticut. Chris Duke tells us about his test drive of the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro in the shockingly bright color, Krypton Green. Next, we talk with Mike Whan about the 2017 Hot August Nights; 5,000 cars are already registered, Alan will be the Grand Marshall, there will be prizes, cruises and free rock concerts galore! Dennis Collins shares his insane knowledge of classic cars and rare rides. Steven Cole Smith honors Motorsports Hall of Fame inductees. Brendan Scanlan reviews the 2017 Alpha Romeo Stelvio. Automotive icon, Bruce McLaren’s story hits the silver screen – Ed Justice, Jr. reviews the film. At the end of the show, we hear about a dream come true for motorsports enthusiasts from Jason Plotke, Founder of the Apex Motor Club. Get on the fast track for the latest knowledge in the automotive industry, listen now.

  • [00:00:00] Barrett-Jackson Auction at the Mohegan Sun
  • [00:06:10] 2017 Chevrolet Camaro in Krypton Green
  • [00:12:32] Hot August Nights Will Have Over 5,000 Cars
  • [00:19:53] Dennis Collins’ Secret Knowledge of Classics
  • [00:30:05] On the Hunt for a 1981-1985 CJ Scrambler
  • [00:35:54] Classic Cars Dead or Alive Hunts for the Rarest
  • [00:42:15] NASCAR Bids Farewell to Dale Earnhardt Jr.
  • [00:48:52] 2017 Motorsports Hall of Fame Inductees
  • [00:54:47] Alfa Romeo Stelvio Charges Through Nashville
  • [01:02:08] DNA Drive Mode Makes Driving this SUV Smooth
  • [01:08:25] McLaren Hits the Big Screen and it’s Well Done
  • [01:18:08] Apex Motor Club is a Dream for Motor Enthusiasts

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