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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 We Love Dodge, Brembo and Haynes Repair Manuals | #320

We Love Dodge, Brembo and Haynes Repair Manuals | #320

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #320

It’s February already and there are less than two months until the New York International Auto Show and Alan’s annual appearance on  ABC’s ‘LIVE! with Kelly and Ryan’. As the excitement builds, we chat with some of our favorite contributors about what they are up to. We begin the hour with Executive Publisher of Kelley Blue Book, Karl Brauer, who gushes about his Dodge Demon before paying homage to the new Acura NSX. Then, Mike Forsythe of Haynes Publishing discusses their digital assets and new repair manuals coming our way. Next, automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, shares her experience at the Grand National Roadster Show. Changing gears, Hollywood car consultant, Josh Hancock, joins us along with Brembo North America’s Dan Sandberg to talk about the best brakes around. Lastly, Josh and Alan discuss a Porsche exhibit that recently opened at the Petersen Automotive Museum.

  • [00:00:00] Dodge Does Things Differently
  • [00:05:53] Alan’s Dirty Demon
  • [00:12:30] A Real Car for Gearheads
  • [00:19:53] The Super Acura NSX
  • [00:30:12] Saved from High Labor Rates
  • [00:35:55] Haynes’ Videos Break it Down
  • [00:42:16] Oldest Running Car Show
  • [00:49:11] Showroom Stock Vehicles
  • [00:54:46] Grand National Roadster Show
  • [01:02:09] Alan Gears Up for New York
  • [01:06:49] Mustang is Making a Comeback
  • [01:18:10] The Porsche Effect

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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 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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