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Read more about the article ‘Wheeler Dealers’, NASCAR, Chevrolet Silverado, and Brembo | #346

‘Wheeler Dealers’, NASCAR, Chevrolet Silverado, and Brembo | #346

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #346

We’ve got another fun-filled week of THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor featuring Mike Brewer and Ant Anstead from ‘Wheeler Dealers‘, Steven Cole Smith, and Dan Sandberg of Brembo Brakes. First off, ‘Wheeler Dealers’ co-hosts, Mike Brewer and Ant Anstead, fill us in on details for the 16th season of the show. With 27 episodes and a slew of new cars including a Volvo 850 T5R, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 L, Lotus Elan M100, and 2004 Dodge RAM SRT-10, this season promises to be one of their most diverse yet. Then, automotive journalist, Steven Cole Smith, keeps us in the loop with rallycross and NASCAR news. Steven also details his off-road trek through the east coast countryside in the beefy Chevrolet Silverado; this truck is a heavy, yet surprisingly agile beast. Also, after a recent tour of the Brembo facility in Italy, Steven sings praises of the number one most trusted brake company in the world. Lastly, Brembo President and CEO, Dan Sandberg, tells us about their new brake system to be unveiled at the upcoming SEMA show. Plus, we find out about Brembo’s involvement in the electric car industry, and their two new North American iron foundries. Stay up to date with the automotive industry!

 

  • [00:00:00] ‘Wheeler Dealers’ on their 16th Season!
  • [00:05:49] Culture Shock and Special Cars
  • [00:12:30] Chevrolet Silverado Off-Road Test Drive
  • [00:19:51] IMG to Save Rallycross?
  • [00:28:29] NASCAR Update and Brembo Factory Tour
  • [00:35:51] Highly Classified Brembo Update

 

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Read more about the article Jeep Trackhawk Drive Experience, Flood Cars, and More | #302

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #302

Our cars play vital roles in our daily lives and when you buy a new one, you want to know that it will get you to where you need to go. In the devastating aftermath of the hurricane season, there will be many severely damaged cars to keep a wary eye out for. We chat with Kelley Blue Book’s Executive Publisher, Karl Brauer, and automotive journalist, BJ Killeen about the dangers of purchasing a possibly flood damaged car. Be aware of what your new car could be hiding from you. Next, Karl and automotive journalist, Steven Cole Smith, give their exciting first drive impressions of the 707-HP 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk. Then, Steven also gives us an update on what is happening in the world of NASCAR. Last but surely not least, JoshCAR’s Hollywood Car Consultant, Josh Hancock, discusses the new Mercedes G-Class, automotive sales for August, and the Logan Lucky Mustang. All of this and more! Tune in now.

  • [00:00:00] Auto Sales in Aftermath of Hurricane Season
  • [00:06:24] Hurricanes Create a Plague in Car Industry
  • [00:12:31] Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk is Here
  • [00:19:52] KIA Rio Integrates Easily into Your Life
  • [00:27:43] Don’t Be Fooled – Buyer BEWARE!
  • [00:35:56] Huge Unveilings Coming Soon to Car Shows
  • [00:42:16] Answer to Power: Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk
  • [00:48:33] Be Careful What You Tweet NASCAR Drivers
  • [00:54:48] What Will Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Fans Do?
  • [01:02:09] Mercedes G-Class is Becoming More Luxurious
  • [01:10:23] August Auto Sales Better Than Expected
  • [01:18:12] Dodge Demon, Viper, and Logan Lucky Mustang

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Read more about the article Exploring Supercars: Alfa Romeo Giulia, Ford GT and McLaren 720S | #286

Exploring Supercars: Alfa Romeo Giulia, Ford GT and McLaren 720S | #286

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The automotive industry is making some extreme advances. Our automotive experts review the newest supercars, and we take the consumer pulse about recent advances in automotive technology. We start off the show talking Hollywood cars with JoshCAR’s Josh Hancock. Then, Brian Armstead of Roadfly praises the glory of the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia. Once we’ve got your engines revving, we shift gears and learn about the 647-horsepower, 2017 Ford GT from Karl Brauer of Kelley Blue Book. We know, this episode is so exciting and it gets even better! Michael Austin of Autoblog introduces the 2018 McLaren 720S with an insane top speed of 212-MPH. Next, Kristin Kolodge from J.D. Power shares statistics on what consumers think about new, integrated car technology. Learn more now.

  • [00:00:00] Rollin’ Out on Hollywood’s Big Screen
  • [00:06:06] Ford Eco-Sport Helps Guard the Galaxy
  • [00:12:31] Hollywood Craves the F-150 Ford Raptor
  • [00:19:52] The Sweet Sound of a V-6 Italian Symphony
  • [00:30:34] Alfa Romeo Giulia’s Rear-Wheel Raw Power
  • [00:35:54] Alfa Romeo Makes an American Comeback
  • [00:42:14] Old Meets New: The 2017 Ford GT is Here
  • [00:48:30] Why Ford Re-released the 2017 Ford GT
  • [00:54:46] The Primal Nature of the Dodge Demon
  • [01:02:07] The 2018 McLaren 720s is Dizzyingly Fast
  • [01:12:44] Automotive Consumers Are Asking for Help
  • [01:18:08] Trust and Automated Driving Technology

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Read more about the article LA International Auto Show | #267

LA International Auto Show | #267

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #267

There’s so much happening at the LA International Auto Show, we’re having trouble keeping up! Luckily, we’ve lined up plenty of amazing guests from all of the top car companies who can fill us in on show highlights. For all the biggest news of the coming year, listen in!

 

  • [00:00:00] The Sweet Spot Car
  • [00:05:47] Driven to Delight
  • [00:12:30] Ioniq Unlimited
  • [00:19:51] From Here to Infiniti
  • [00:27:01] Keeping Up the I-PACE
  • [00:35:50] What3Words
  • [00:42:10] Monster Trucks
  • [00:48:46] Mission E-Possible
  • [00:54:41] Super Sized Subaru
  • [01:02:03] A Lifestyle Vehicle
  • [01:10:15] ReachNow
  • [01:18:03] Premium Practicality

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