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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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Read more about the article Aston Martin Valkyrie, Sales of EV Cars, Dodge Demon and More | #295

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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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Read more about the article 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 Autonomous Cars, Late Model Test Drives, Dodge Demon Hype and More | #284

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #284

BJ Killeen shares some knowledge about the recent accident involving an autonomous Uber vehicle, and while it was determined that human error was involved, the cities that are allowing these test cars without drivers are still a bit cautious. Alan gives his review of the Toyota Prius Prime. Next, BJ and Alan talk about the 2017 Jeep Compass Trailhawk that can climb almost anything. James Bell of KIA talks about the ‘engineered for fun’, KIA Stinger, with its rear wheel bias all-wheel drive designed for excellent performance handling. Chris Duke joins us on the show for more predictions on the release of the Dodge Demon and to tell us about the aftermarket ATV upgrades he has been doing on Motorz TV. In the second hour, we flash back to one of our favorite shows from 2017 featuring Burt Reynold’s Trans Am, Josh Hancock’s review of The Classic Auto Show, BJ Killeen’s review of the KIA Niro Hybrid and we explore some future innovations with KBB’s Karl Brauer. Listen Now.

 

  • [00:00:00] Autonomous Uber Car Involved in Accident
  • [00:06:26] Toyota Prius Prime is a Quality Hybrid
  • [00:12:30] 2017 Jeep Compass Trailhawk Can Climb
  • [00:19:51]  Hype Continues to Rise for Dodge Demon
  • [00:26:41] KIA Stinger is Built for Fun Performance
  • [00:35:52] Chris Duke Hits Sand in RZR XP 1000
  • [00:42:12] Burt Reynolds’ 1977 Trans AM Sold at Barrett-Jackson
  • [00:48:10] Josh Hancock Reports from The Classic Auto Show
  • [00:54:43] Technology Paves Way for Safer Car Security
  • [01:02:03] BJ Killeen Reviews New KIA Niro Hybrid
  • [01:08:21] Dodge Demon Release Coming Soon
  • [01:018:04] Exploring Future Ford Innovations with Karl Brauer

 

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Read more about the article CAFE Standards, Car-centric Movies, Long Term Test Drives and More | #283

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #283

This episode is packed with automotive genius and we hear from the experts that are out in the field of this ever-evolving industry. Autoblog’s Michael Austin shares his experience from the Geneva International Motor Show and, his views on President Trump’s review of the CAFE standards. Brian Moody of Autotrader reviews the environmentally conscious Honda Clarity with hydrogen fuel cell. Then, we chat with Josh Hancock of JoshCAR about the latest car-centric movies, and the limo he helped create for the new movie starring Hugh Jackman, Logan. In the second hour, we hear from BJ Killeen about finally purchasing her long-term test drive, KIA Sedona, and she fills us in on the war brewing between BMW and Mercedes-Benz. We end the hour with John Ellis of Ellis & Associates, who helps us catch a glimpse into the future of our cars becoming sentient beings as well as Tesla’s dedication to safety. Technology is creating a more dynamic future for our vehicles. Find out more now.

 

  • [00:00:00] Autoblog Reviews Geneva Motor Show
  • [00:06:35] Trump to Review the CAFE Standards
  • [00:12:30]  Autoblog Has the Newest Automotive Reviews
  • [00:15:36] Environmentally Conscious Honda Clarity
  • [00:23:45] Logan Futuristic Limo is Stumping Car Guys
  • [00:31:33] Driving Films on the Horizon for Hollywood
  • [00:42:12] BJ Killeen Buys Her Test Drive KIA Sedona
  • [00:47:47] A War Brews Between Mercedes-Benz & BMW
  • [00:53:43] The Automotive World is Well Connected
  • [01:02:03] Carbon-based Lifeforms & Autonomous Cars
  • [01:11:27] Soon Our Cars Will Be Sentient Beings
  • [01:18:04] Tesla Continues to Enhance Safety Through Air

 

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Read more about the article Auto Industry Strives for Efficiency, NASCAR News, and Geneva Motor Show | #282

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #282

The automotive world is changing around every corner and luckily, we get to hear from some of the big names in the industry to help make sense of it all. Professional stock car driver, Cameron Hayley, talks about the high emotions that come into play at a NASCAR race. Kelley Blue Book’s Karl Brauer shares his thrilling motorcycle ride with the MotoAmerica team, and brings home exciting news from the Geneva International Motor Show. Next, Mazda’s  Matthew Valbuena says Mazda’s infotainment interface with signature Bose Sound System may render aftermarket tech obsolete. BJ Killeen shares her latest column with The Vegas Voice. Plus, find out how President Trump’s meeting with automakers may shape the future of the CAFE (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) standards. We end the show with a couple inspiring women; Lori Harvey and Kelsey Green, who are setting the bar for fuel efficiency with the help of the Shell Eco-Marathon and Hitachi. Change is constant and automotive knowledge is power, so listen in to find out what is on the horizon for car lovers.

 

  • [00:00:00] Emotions Run High in NASCAR
  • [00:06:03] Cameron Hayley is On the Hunt for Sponsors
  • [00:12:30] Extreme Quality Garage Cabinets by Hayley
  • [00:19:51] Death-Grip Ride at Thunderhill Raceway
  • [00:27:29] Partying at Geneva International Motor Show
  • [00:35:52] Honda Civic Type R to Arrive in USA
  • [00:42:12] Mazda Showcases Signature Sound at SXSW
  • [00:49:44] Advances Make Aftermarket Sound Obsolete
  • [00:54:43] Big Things for BJ Killeen and MINI
  • [01:02:03] Huge 2017 MINI Countryman Reviewed
  • [01:12:12] Shell Eco-Marathon & Hitachi Inspire Women
  • [01:18:04] Automotive Industry No Longer Boys Club

 

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Read more about the article New Car Test Drives, Off-Road Cruises and Autonomous Car Innovations | #278

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #278

Keeping up with the Jones’ of the automotive industry is not as easy as you would think. Fear not because we have the tools you will need to stay ahead of the game. Technology is constantly advancing and the leaders in the industry are intent on wowing consumers. After all, your daily driver should express your love for all things auto whether it be in the way it drives, the gorgeous design, or the tech-connection that allows you to get through the day. We chat with BJ Killeen, Karl Brauer, Josh Hancock, and other top experts in the car business for the latest need-to-know updates that make new car shopping a piece of cake. From test drive reviews to off-road racing schools, we have a little bit for every car lover out there.

 

  • [00:00:00] Buying Trusted Brands in the Auto Industry
  • [00:06:39] Long Term Test Drive with Kia Sedona Minivan
  • [00:12:30] Shelby Hall Takes Over Rod Hall Drive
  • [00:19:51] Exploring the Design Language of Lexus LC 500 
  • [00:29:18 Lexus LC 500 Takes Safety to Explosive Heights
  • [00:35:52] Kia and Hyundai Eliminate 12-Volt Battery
  • [00:42:12] ‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ Demolishes ’69 Mustangs
  • [00:49:04] Ford Mustang No Longer ‘Secretary’s Car’
  • [00:54:43] Toyota Dominates Midsize Truck Segment
  • [01:02:03] Bollinger Motors Creates First Electric SUV 
  • [01:11:04] Sears Extends Reach of Iconic Brand, DieHard
  • [01:17:50] DieHard Auto Centers Offer Digital Tire Journey

 

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