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Finding Zen with the World’s First Electric Hyper SUV, the 2022 Lotus Eletre as GMC releases their Fully Charged and Fully Electric 2022 Hummer| #498

Alan welcomes contributor Josh Hancock - JoshCAR Hollywood Car Consultant as they open the show with a brief discussion about Will Smith's inappropriate behavior at the Oscars. Josh shares with…

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Read more about the article Wheeler Dealers, Honcker, and Must Drive Cars | #327

Wheeler Dealers, Honcker, and Must Drive Cars | #327

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #327

OEMs are making it increasingly difficult to decide on a favorite car – they’re all so well designed! Our experts reveal their top contenders for 2018, and we get an update on new TV episodes and helpful apps that gearheads will love. We kick off the hour with the host of Velocity’s ‘Wheeler Dealers‘, Mike Brewer. Mike previews the latest season and gives a history on how he got his start, Then, we are joined by Nathan Hecht, Founder and CEO of Honcker, an incredible car leasing app. Changing gears, Brian Moody, Executive Editor of Autotrader, talks about the rides of the New York International Auto Show that impressed him and the ‘Must Test Drive’ rides of 2018. After that, automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, reviews the 2018 Hyundai Kona. Last but not least, George Kennedy, automotive journalist for the Boston Globe, raves about Jeep’s Easter Safari in Moab, Utah, and reviews the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. Join us to learn about your next dream car.

 

  • [00:00:00] Longest Running Car Restoration Show
  • [00:06:42] Giving the Show Back to the Viewers
  • [00:12:30] Buying a Classic Car?
  • [00:19:53] Leasing a Car Through Honcker
  • [00:28:12] Autotrader’s 2018 ‘Must Test Drive Cars’
  • [00:35:55] Toyota Camry Added Mojo
  • [00:42:15] Standouts at NYIAS
  • [00:48:46] Hyundai Kona’s Wonderful Design
  • [00:54:46] Just One Critique
  • [01:02:09] BJ Killeen’s Blogs Coming
  • [01:10:24] Jeep’s Easter Safari in Moab
  • [01:18:11] 2019 Volkswagen Jetta

 

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Read more about the article Trackhawk, Bentayga, Prius Prime and More | #324

Trackhawk, Bentayga, Prius Prime and More | #324

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #324

Car show season is hopping, and we are right in the middle of the Geneva International Motor Show. Karl Brauer, Executive Publisher of Kelley Blue Book, discusses the relevance of the Geneva event to the U.S. Market, reviews the Bentley Bentayga, and spills about breaking his Dodge Demon. Next, Brian Moody, Executive Editor of Autotrader, reviews the Toyota Prius Prime and the Buick Regal TourX wagon. Then, Hollywood car consultant, Josh Hancock, catches us up to speed with the latest cars hitting the red carpet. Josh also reviews the newest Porsche Cayman, and shares his thoughts on automatic transmissions. Last but certainly not least, automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, explains how you can buy a car through Costco, and offers initial thoughts on the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk. If you’re in the market for a new car, curious about the future of the automotive industry, or just need your gearhead fix, join us now!

 

  • [00:00:00] A Demon’s Trip to the Car Doctor
  • [00:06:20] NASCAR’s Chase Elliott Drives Demon
  • [00:12:31] Bentley Bentayga Exudes Quality
  • [00:19:54] Geneva International Motor Show
  • [00:26:51] 230-MPG with Toyota Prius Prime
  • [00:35:55] Best Interiors Under $50,000
  • [00:42:15] Prep for New York International Auto Show
  • [00:49:04] Hollywood Car Films Zooming Our Way
  • [00:54:46] Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk
  • [01:02:09] Porsche Cayman is Well Balanced
  • [01:10:38] Buying a Car Through Costco
  • [01:18:10] Trackhawk is the Answer to Power

 

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Read more about the article Volvo’s Autonomous Promise, Toyota C-HR, and More | #301

Volvo’s Autonomous Promise, Toyota C-HR, and More | #301

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #301

We all know that there is a bit of nervousness that comes into any conversation about autonomous cars. The fact is they are here to stay; it’s time to start looking at how to adapt. We chat with automotive journalist BJ Killeen about her recent trip to test Volvo’s newest fleet. Russell Datz, National Media Relations Manager for Volvo Car USA, shares about some large promises they are making to help assure their buyers that they put safety and quality first. Changing lanes, Autoblog Editor-in-Chief, Greg Migliore, fills us in on his experience with Monterey Car Week, his thoughts on the Durango SRT, and addresses the rumor of the Jeep pickup truck. Then, Executive Editor for Autotrader, Brian Moody, tells us about great rides for man’s best friend, and the higher taxes that will come with autonomous cars. We end the hour with George Kennedy, automotive journalist for The Boston Globe, reviewing the new Toyota C-HR, which was originally designed to be a Scion. It’s time you got up to speed, listen now.

  • [00:00:00] BJ Killeen Drives New Volvo Fleet in Colorado
  • [00:06:33] 100% Responsibility for Volvo Autonomous Cars
  • [00:12:30] V90 is Bringing the Love for Wagons Back
  • [00:19:51] The Most Awarded Luxury SUV of the Century
  • [00:28:00] By 2019 All Volvo’s Will Be Somewhat Electrified
  • [00:35:53] Volvo Stands the Test of the Generations
  • [00:42:14] Durango SRT is a Muscle Car of an SUV
  • [00:47:55] Ford Ranger Raptor and Jeep Scrambler?
  • [00:54:45] Top Notch Rides for Man’s Best Friend
  • [01:02:06] Higher Taxes for Self-Driving Cars
  • [01:08:39] Toyota C-HR Has A lot of Bold Style
  • [01:18:07] What Exactly is a LeMons Race?

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