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Read more about the article News from Barrett-Jackson and NAIAS | #319

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #319

It’s been a wild month for Alan, and we catch up with him after his recent trip to Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale and the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). We begin the hour with Hollywood car consultant, Josh Hancock, who chats about the auto shows, new cars that will be making their way to the big screen this year, and the mighty Dodge Demon. Next, Steven Cole Smith discusses changes happening in the ever-evolving world of NASCAR. Then, we shift gears and talk car shows with BJ Killeen who offers her thoughts on NAIAS and the North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year (NACTOY). We end the show with MMC Detroit’s David Wise who shares detailed information about the importance of ‘numbers matching’ vehicles. Tune in now.

  • [00:00:00] Motor Trend Live Stage
  • [00:06:33] Ford GT Sold for $2.5 Million
  • [00:12:30] Over $100-million to Charity
  • [00:19:53] Hyundai’s Feature in Ant-Man
  • [00:28:34] Dodge Demon Gets Attention
  • [00:35:55] Small, Affordable Pick-Up Truck
  • [00:42:15] NAIAS Has Changed
  • [00:48:47] NACTOY and Honda Accord
  • [00:54:46] Dodge Revamps Old Platform
  • [01:02:08] Pealing Back the VIN Onion
  • [01:11:34] ‘Numbers Matching’ Goes Way Back
  • [01:18:10] A Million Dollar Difference

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Read more about the article NAIAS, CES, Dodge Demon, and THE EXORCIST | #317

NAIAS, CES, Dodge Demon, and THE EXORCIST | #317

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #317

It’s a new year, and Alan is gearing up for a month of some of the big trade shows; CES, North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), and Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale are just around the corner. We chat with some of our favorite guests about what this year has in store. We begin the show with automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, who discusses the North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year Awards (NACTOY), and rides that are about to make their debut at NAIAS. Next, Brian Moody of Autotrader talks CES, auto apps, and life-saving autonomous technology. Changing lanes, John Hennessey of Hennessey Performance shares the story of why he created THE EXORCIST, a 1000-HP Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. Last but not least, Karl Brauer of Kelley Blue Book sounds off about his new monster, the Dodge Demon SRT. Tune in for an episode packed full of trade shows, technology, and horsepower.

  • [00:00:00] Gearing up for Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale
  • [00:05:23] Automotive Awards Help Buyers Choose
  • [00:12:31] Mid-Engine Corvette at NAIAS
  • [00:19:53] Concepts Are Now Foreshadowing
  • [00:28:28] Mercedes G-Wagen & Rolls-Royce Phantom
  • [00:35:55] Automotive Technology at CES
  • [00:42:16] Technology is Here to Help
  • [00:48:41] Phone Apps that Warm Up Your Ride
  • [00:54:46] Let’s Make Tech Intuitive
  • [01:02:09] Answer to Demon: THE EXORCIST
  • [01:12:04] Dodge Demon Draws Crowds
  • [01:18:10] Most Bodacious Machine Ever Seen

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Read more about the article New Models, Electronic Brakes, and NACTOY | #316

New Models, Electronic Brakes, and NACTOY | #316

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #316

The last episode of the year gears us up for the shifts in the automotive industry for 2018. We begin the show with automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, who reviews the new Lincoln Navigator and Cadillac Escalade. Next, technology expert, John Ellis, discusses his new book, The Zero Dollar Car. He explains how our cars will have the potential to use data tracking monetarily, and in turn, pay for themselves. Then, Karl Brauer of Kelley Blue Book sounds off about the North American Car, Utility, and Truck of the Year Awards (NACTOY), and discusses the future of autonomous automotive technology. We end the hour with Dan Sandberg of Brembo North America who tells us that he sees a solid future for electronic brakes and their company is working hard to stay ahead of the game. Listen now.

  • [00:00:00] Charlie’s Rough Ride
  • [00:05:50] Escalade vs. Navigator
  • [00:12:30] Navigator Steps Up a Notch
  • [00:19:53] Hats Off to the OEMs
  • [00:28:22] The Zero Dollar Car Pays for Itself
  • [00:35:55] Dark Side of Automotive Data Tracking
  • [00:42:15] NACTOY Difficult Decisions
  • [00:48:30] Tight Competition for NACTOY
  • [00:54:46] 2018: The Year of the Truck
  • [01:02:09] Autonomous Tech Leaps Forward
  • [01:10:40] Brembo Brakes Research Electronic
  • [01:18:11] New Breed of Materials for Our Rides

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Read more about the article LA Auto Show, Kia Stinger, and 2018 Jeep Wrangler | #314

LA Auto Show, Kia Stinger, and 2018 Jeep Wrangler | #314

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #314

Alan is back from his insane month of traveling; we catch up with some of our favorite contributors. We begin the hour with JoshCAR Hollywood Car Consultant, Josh Hancock, who shares his experience at the LA Auto Show, and discusses Nissan’s involvement with Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Next, automotive journalist BJ Killen joins in on the fun to chat about the CES, North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), and the merging of the technology and the automotive industries. Then, BJ talks about the exciting new KIA Stinger, a car which marks Kia’s shift in the market from economy to luxury. Changing lanes, Karl Brauer, Executive Publisher for Kelley Blue Book, reviews the Black Label Lincoln Navigator, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, and explains yearly sales as we creep into 2018. Get up to speed with us before the new year rolls in.

  • [00:00:00] Back After a Month of Traveling
  • [00:06:13] Nissan and Star Wars: The Last Jedi
  • [00:12:30] Lincoln Unveils the 2019 Nautilus
  • [00:19:53] Automotive Industry Transforms to Mobility
  • [00:26:40] Tesla Electric Semi-Trucks Are Coming
  • [00:35:55] Bollinger B1 Lights Up Lobby of LA Auto Show
  • [00:42:15] Kia Stinger: Quality High Performance
  • [00:48:39] A Tremendous Departure from Cheap
  • [00:54:46] Ford Takes on Pick-up Truck Market
  • [01:02:08] Lincoln Reestablishes Itself as Luxury
  • [01:11:17] Hurricanes Save 2017 Auto Sales
  • [01:18:09] Iconic Jeep Wrangler Redesign Rocks

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Read more about the article Live from the Craftsman Garage Pt. 3 | #312

Live from the Craftsman Garage Pt. 3 | #312

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #312

The Craftsman Garage was such a blast at the 2017 SEMA Show, and we just can’t get enough of these great interviews. We begin the hour with Dave Kindig, Host of Bitchin’ Rides, and Steve Mank, Owner of Conestogo Motors. They fill us in on their Craftsman tool stories and share their involvement in this year’s SEMA Show. Next, we chat with Casey Currie of Currie Racing, about King of the Hammers and the Currie Enterprises booth at the show. Up next, Chris Duke of Motorz TV chats with us about his search for the perfect new project car for the upcoming season of Motorz. Changing gears, we talk with Chris Stephens of Garage Rehab and Stacey David of Stacey David’s GearZ, who share stories about their shows and the car part hoarding mentality that gearheads can have. Then we chat with Teppy Wigington and Spike Magnuson of Line-X who tell us about their latest, thinner spray lining made for lining the entire body of your car. Last up, Matt Thomas of eBay Motors discusses a ’67 Mustang Fastback they built with Rutledge Wood that they auctioned off to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund. This show is packed full of celebrity car guys that are just waiting to share their excitement over SEMA and the future. Join us now.

  • [00:00:00] Dave Kindig’s Dangerous Craftsman Tool Grab
  • [00:05:10] Kindig-It Designs Rides at 2017 SEMA Show
  • [00:12:30] Currie Racing and King of the Hammers
  • [00:19:53] Searching for the Perfect Project Vehicle
  • [00:24:33] Garage Rehab Helps Car Part Hoarders
  • [00:35:56] Line-X is Not Just a Bedliner Anymore
  • [00:42:16] eBay Motors Makes Buying Parts Easy

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Read more about the article “Live on Stage” Shell Interviews from SEMA 2017 Pt. 3 | #313

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #313

It was such a pleasure to interview some of the heads of the automotive aftermarket industry at the Shell Pioneering Performance “Live on Stage” Experience. We begin this episode with the Chairman of the Board for SEMA, Wade Kawasaki, who shares that this was the biggest show yet. He discusses SEMA’s focus as they selected vendors for this epic event. Then, we hit the stage with Hagerty Classic Cars’ Vice President of Content, Larry Webster, who explains their classic car insurance and web series Barn Find Hunter. Next, Amy Jo Osborn, President of the Austin Hatcher Foundation, reports updates on the work they are doing with the help of charities from the automotive industry to assist the children and families affected by pediatric cancer. We end the hour with some insight from Alan about entrepreneurship in the automotive industry. Don’t miss our last set of interviews from the Shell Pavilion. Listen now.

  • [00:00:00] Biggest and Busiest SEMA Show Yet
  • [00:06:29] SEMA: Work from Behind-the-Scenes
  • [00:12:30] Video Series from Hagerty Classic Cars
  • [00:19:53] Insuring Over 1-Milling Classic Autos
  • [00:26:22] Automotive Hobby Enriches Lives
  • [00:35:54] Automotive Industry Built by Entrepreneurs

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Read more about the article “Live on Stage” Shell Interviews at SEMA 2017 Pt. 1 | #309

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #309

A wealth of automotive knowledge is very present at the SEMA show every year. The Shell Pioneering Performance “Live on Stage” Experience played host to some of the greats in the industry. We begin the hour with Gale Banks of Banks Power, who has played a large role in military engines for 41 years, and he gives us an inside look on what his company is working on now. Changing lanes, NHRA Top Fuel World Champion, Larry Dixon, tells us that they will be awarding one lucky winner the opportunity to ride in the passenger seat in a recently designed two-seater Top Fuel car. Then, John Hennessey, President of Hennessey Performance, touches on the sweet rides he brought to SEMA, such as the 6×6 VelociRaptor, and the unveiling of the highly anticipated Venom F5. Nancy Bruner, Chief Digital Officer for Shell Lubricants, and Tony Frassetto, Senior Account Manager for Universal Technical Institute (UTI), then jump on stage. They talk with us about their partnership, and Tony shares a little about the school. Then, Barry Meguiar of Meguiar’s, discusses the car hobby history and his busy schedule of jet-setting to car shows all over. J Haynes of Haynes Publishing is up next to share the story of how their company began. After that Rutledge Wood, NASCAR Personality, shares about a project he built with eBay Motors. We end the show with a special announcement from Colin Abraham, President of Shell, Steve Ledbetter, President of Jiffy Lube, Chris Powell, President of Las Vegas Motor Speedway, and Patty Lanning, Vice President of North American Marketing for Shell Oil. Tune in now.

  • [00:00:00] Emerging Economies Performance is Four Cylinders
  • [00:05:53] Banks Power and Heavy Duty Military Trucks
  • [00:12:31] Take a Funny Car Ride with Larry Dixon
  • [00:19:53] Twin Turbo EcoBoost V6: The Power You Need
  • [00:27:09] Hennessey Tuner School to Fuel Youths’ Passion
  • [00:35:55] Shell and UTI Make Automotive Dreams Come True
  • [00:47:59] Barry Meguiar Enjoys Wandering Around SEMA
  • [00:54:47] Haynes Automotive Manuals in the Beginning
  • [01:02:10] Rutledge Wood Works with eBay Motors
  • [01:10:15] McDonald’s Coffee in a Lamborghini
  • [01:18:12] Shell, Jiffy Lube, and Las Vegas Motor Speedway

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Read more about the article LIVE from Craftsman Garage at the 2017 SEMA Show: Pt. 1 | #308

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #308

The Las Vegas Convention Center was bustling with automotive enthusiasts for the 2017 SEMA Show. We got the chance to catch up with some of the car celebrities from Discovery and Velocity LIVE at the Craftsman Garage. Fast N’ Loud’’s Richard Rawlings and Dennis Collins swung by to let us know what wild and crazy things they are up to. Then, we chat with Mike Finnegan of Roadkill who details how the show got started. Shifting gears, we talk with the Diesel Brothers and hear about their roles within the shop and a little about family life. Rich Christensen, former host of Pinks, tells us about some of the new projects he is working on. After that, professional hot rod builder Bodie Stroud jumps on the mic to share about BS Industries (BSI), Bleu Stroud’s singing career, and rides he’s working on for a few celebrities. Up next, the crew from Iron Resurrection and Martin Bros. Customs lists off the sweet rigs they are bringing to life. We end the hour with laughs from the guys of Wheeler Dealers, Mike Brewer and Ant Anstead, and even get a surprise visit from Bill Goldberg. Listen in for more from the Craftsman Garage.

  • [00:00:00] Jeeps, Gas Monkey Garage, & Garage Rehab
  • [00:09:49] Learn from Richard Rawlings and Dennis Collins
  • [00:12:31] Roadkill Now on Discovery with More Episodes
  • [00:19:54] Diesel Brothers: Real Builds in Real Time
  • [00:28:11] Rich Christensen Searches for Fastest Human
  • [00:35:56] Torture Test Brings New Meaning to Hot Lapping
  • [00:42:16] Bodie Stroud in the Craftsman Garage
  • [00:48:07] Tools of the Trade for Future Generations
  • [00:54:47] Iron Resurrection Brings a Lifetime of Passion
  • [01:02:10] New Co-Host for Wheeler Dealers
  • [01:10:47] Cars from All Over the World for Wheeler Dealers
  • [01:18:12] Making Wheeler Dealers Feel As It Always Has

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Read more about the article Building Excitement for SEMA 2017, Plus New Car Reviews | #307

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #307

Anticipation ramps up for the 2017 SEMA Show, which is just around the corner. We chat with industry experts about what they will be displaying at the event. Catch the latest on Motorz TV from host Chris Duke; will he find inspiration for his upcoming season at this premier automotive event? Then, automotive journalist, George Kennedy, shares his drive experience with the 2018 Range Rover Velar. Up next, Hollywood’s car consultant, Josh Hancock, tells us about some movies such as the upcoming blockbuster about Dick Cheney’s life and Blade Runner 2049. We then check in with Mike Spagnola of SEMA who announces that special guest Jay Leno will Grand Marshal for the cruise on the last night at SEMA at the Las Vegas Convention Center. James Bell, Director of Corporate Communications for KIA Motors America, raves about the performance capability of the Kia Stinger that will be showcased at the event. Last, Kenny Pfitzer, Owner of Zero to 60 Designs, reveals the five cars he will have at SEMA. It’s time to get your engines revving, listen now.

  • [00:00:00] Motorz TV and Barrett-Jackson’s Charity Cars
  • [00:06:09] On the Hunt for New Motorz Content
  • [00:12:30] 2018 Range Rover Velar is More than Capable
  • [00:19:52] Highs and Lows of 2018 Range Rover Velar
  • [00:28:54] Everything for Your Car from the Ground Up
  • [00:35:56] Dick Cheney Movie Shows Eight Decades of Cars
  • [00:42:16] Auctioning Off of the Project Underdog Car
  • [00:48:13] Innovation is Born at the SEMA Show
  • [00:54:48] SEMA Board Working Hard All Year Around
  • [01:02:10] 2018 Kia Stinger Will Impress You for the Price
  • [01:10:40] Zero to 60 Designs Prepares for SEMA
  • [01:18:12] Ramping Up for SEMA 2017

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Read more about the article Automotive Industry Impressing Consumers One Car at a Time | #306

Automotive Industry Impressing Consumers One Car at a Time | #306

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #306

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – they don’t really make a bad car nowadays. Technology has changed the way we look at our cars, and manufacturers are stepping up to the plate. We begin the hour chatting with Karl Brauer, Executive Publisher for Kelley Blue Book, who gushes over his test drive of the Lexus LC 500, describes the North American Car of the Year judging, and raves about the beautifully redesigned Toyota Camry. Then, we hit the track with Ed Justice, Jr., President and CEO of Justice Brothers, Inc., who updates us on the IMSA races, shares his opinion on Formula E racing, and voices his thoughts on the future of mobility. Next, Alan gives us an overview on what we can look forward to at the Las Vegas Barrett-Jackson, which will include a slew of charity cars. After that, automotive journalist BJ Killeen fills us in on the Hyundai Shopper Assurance program, and gives us an inside look at being an automotive journalist. Then, we discuss modern vehicle technology and the ease (or difficulty) of infotainment interfaces with Kristin Kolodge, Executive Director of Driver Interaction and Human Machine Interface for J.D. Power. Last but certainly not least, Dennis Collins, Owner of Collins Bros. Jeep, describes an exciting collection of British Sports Cars he recently discovered in an abandoned barn, and the trucks he will be auctioning off at Barrett-Jackson in Las Vegas this week. Stay ahead of the curve. Listen now.

  • [00:00:00] 2018 Lexus LC 500: An Escaped Concept
  • [00:05:58] Redesigned Toyota Camry Emits Emotion
  • [00:12:30] Cars that are Making a Splash this Year
  • [00:19:53] Big Things Changing in the Racing World
  • [00:29:18] Motor Vehicles Have Changed Our Lives
  • [00:35:57] Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas is Almost Here
  • [00:42:17] Hyundai Shopper Assurance for Quick Buys
  • [00:48:27] Streamline Your Purchase with Hyundai
  • [00:54:49] Tesla Has Trouble Delivering Model 3
  • [01:02:11] Vehicle Technology and Consumers
  • [01:10:59] Trucks for Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas
  • [01:18:13] Dennis Collins’ Exciting Rare Barn Find

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