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Read more about the article BMW 5 Series, Roadie, and Daytona 500 | #323

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #323

The automotive industry is always keeping us on our toes and this week is no different. We begin the show with automotive journalist, George Kennedy, to hear about the Women’s Motormouth event at the Larz Anderson Auto Museum. Plus, George reviews the BMW 5 series plug-in hybrid. Then, we chat with Marc Gorlin, Founder of Roadie, who explains their app which allows you to get paid to deliver items for other patrons. After that, we hear the latest on NASCAR from automotive journalist, Steven Cole Smith. Last but not least, we catch up with technology expert, John Ellis, who talks about the value of automotive data tracking, and how we can prepare for the future of mobility. Join us now for more on the crazy car world.

  • [00:00:00] Women’s Motormouth
  • [00:05:22] Subaru Subscription
  • [00:12:30] BMW 5 Series Plug-In Hybrid
  • [00:19:53] Environmental Motoring
  • [00:27:18] Get Paid to Deliver
  • [00:35:55] Seven-Foot Jar Jar Binks
  • [00:42:15] Lowest Rated Daytona 500
  • [00:48:27] NASCAR Falls Short
  • [00:54:46] Continental Tire Issues
  • [01:02:08] Ferrari Portofino Drive
  • [01:10:54] Automotive Data Collection
  • [01:18:10] China’s Push to Electric

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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 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 No More Minivans, Mark Fields Retires, and a Little Movie Magic | #289

No More Minivans, Mark Fields Retires, and a Little Movie Magic | #289

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Technology is changing the way we look at cars, and automotive manufactures are making some big moves to keep up with trends. BJ Killeen, Brain Moody, Josh Hancock, and John Ellis, discuss their thoughts on the retirement of Ford Motor Company’s Mark Fields. There are many theories as to why this shift has happened, and our experts do their best to objectively address this major event in the auto world. We also talk about the waning popularity of the minivan, and which models will be sticking around due to their excellent designs. In other news, Josh Hancock discusses the loss of iconic James Bond actor Roger Moore, and gives us updates on fantastic cars coming to the big screen. Join in now.

  • [00:00:00] Useful Road Safety at High Speeds
  • [00:05:55] Why is Mark Fields No Longer with Ford?
  • [00:12:30] They Replaced the Coach, Not the Players
  • [00:19:50] Late Night at an Indianapolis Taco Bell
  • [00:29:18] BJ Killeen reviews the 2017 KIA Niro
  • [00:35:52] The Waning Popularity of the Minivan
  • [00:42:13] James Bond Actor Roger Moore’s Secret Car Story
  • [00:48:16] Movie Featuring Coca-Cola NASCAR 600
  • [00:54:44] Josh Hancock Reviews the 2017 Mustang
  • [01:02:04] Transition from Cars to Technology
  • [01:12:00] A Software Problem Not a Car Problem
  • [01:18:06] The Inevitability of the Autonomous Car

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Read more about the article Advances in Auto Tech, New Car Reviews, and Future Motorsports | #287

Advances in Auto Tech, New Car Reviews, and Future Motorsports | #287

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #287

New car technology is rapidly evolving effecting not only our roadways, but racetracks as well. We take the pulse of the industry with leading automotive experts. Automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, reviews the 2018 VW Atlas, technology expert, John Ellis, talks about our autonomous car future, and motorsports guru, Steven Cole Smith, discusses spectators’ waning interest in watching professional racing. In some areas of the car world, consumers are moving towards letting go of the wheel, and in other areas they are craving to be more involved. What road are we headed down and how do car lovers feel about it? Find out.

  • [00:00:00] BJ Killeen Works Smarter Not Harder
  • [00:05:30] Volkswagen’s Impressively Large SUV
  • [00:12:30] Stealth Wealth: Undercover Luxury
  • [00:19:50] Katzkin Gives Alan’s 2011 Chevy a Facelift
  • [00:30:11] Autonomous Cars Will Make Our Decisions
  • [00:35:52] Tech Causes Increased Distracted Driving
  • [00:42:12] The Future of Automotive Technology
  • [00:48:24] Autonomous Cars Killed the Radio Star
  • [00:54:44] A Menagerie of Topics for Your Listening Pleasure
  • [01:02:04] R.I.P. Motorsports, We’re Glad We Knew You
  • [01:13:14] The Golden Age of the Automotive World
  • [01:18:05] Focusing on TV, Race Attendance Plummets

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

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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