Best of Show featuring The Life of Enzo Ferrari & The All New Ford Bronco | #447
Periodically, a person is born who perseveres through the thick and thin to do great things. We pay homage to one such man with our first guest, industry veteran and…
The Life of Enzo Ferrari, Richard Rawlings, and Auto News with BJ Killeen | #361
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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #361
Periodically, a person is born who perseveres through the thick and thin to do great things. We pay homage to one such man with our first guest, industry veteran and author of “Enzo Ferrari: Power, Politics and the Making of an Automobile Empire”, Luca Dal Monte. Enzo’s life was a rollercoaster ride, from his involvement in World War 1, to the death of his first born son, to the founding of Scuderia Ferrari, and eventual creation of one of the most iconic brand of cars the world has ever known. Shifting gears, we chat with serial entrepreneur and star of Fast N’ Loud and Garage Rehab, Richard Rawlings, about the new season of Garage Rehab and upcoming season of Fast N’ Loud. Also, hear about Richard’s planned reveal of a 1972 Boattail Riviera at the SEMA Show 2019, thoughts on the new Chevrolet Blazer and Ford Bronco, wayward Ferrari F40, and other upcoming events. Closing the show, automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, updates us on the financial woes of Elon Musk and Tesla, Carlos Ghosn situation in Japanese prison, and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recent pedestrian safety test results in which the 2019 BMW X1 didn’t fare so well. Tune in for more on Enzo Ferrari, Garage Rehab, Fast N’ Loud, and the latest automotive news.
- [00:00:00] Luca Dal Monte’s “Enzo Ferrari”
- [00:05:56] A Life of Triumph and Tragedy
- [00:12:31] Enzo Ferrari’s 1920s Nervous Breakdown
- [00:19:52] From Failure to the Birth of Ferrari
- [00:28:30] Racing Priority and Ferrari’s Second Son
- [00:35:53] A Life in Search of True Love
- [00:42:13] Garage Rehab, Fast N’ Loud, Ford Bronco
- [00:48:09] Social Media and Upcoming Projects
- [00:54:44] Boattail Riviera and Ferrari F40
- [01:02:04] Elon Musk Financial Problems?
- [01:10:45] The Carlos Ghosn Saga Continues
- [01:18:05] BMW X1 Fails IIHS Safety Test!?
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The Craftsman Garage at SEMA 2018 Part 2 | #351
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We’re back with another week of coverage from the Craftsman Garage at SEMA 2018. First up, Wayne Carini from “Chasing Classic Cars” gives us his origin story and updates us on the shows status in the world of Discovery Network ratings. Next, Art Morrison Enterprises Owner, Art Morrison, and Operations Manager, Craig Morrison, discuss the art of balancing shop work and outdoor play. Also, catch some tips for a peaceful working relationship with family members. Before he was a 3000-HP tractor pull racer, Koester Racing’s Larry Koester met with an unfortunate accident while mowing his fields in a Ford farm tractor. After his tractor flipped over and pinned him resulting in the amputation of both of his legs, learn how his daughter’s unconditional love was the only thing that could dig him out of the darkest place in his life. Changing lanes, “Garage Rehab” Project Manager, Russell Holmes, shares how he got into the world of cars with a 1978 Chevrolet Camaro that he bought for $75, and why he knows he can keep pace with co-star, Richard Rawlings. Then, we chat with NASCAR Rookie of the Year, Hailie Deegan, and her father and X-Games Champion, Brian Deegan, about what it’s like to live in a family of wild and fast racers. A family of firsts, Hailie Deegan has become the first female to ever win a NASCAR race, while her little brother is the youngest person ever to perform a backflip on a dirt bike. Shifting gears, Nissan Motor Corporation Truck and SUV/Brand Communications Specialist, Kevin Raftery, fills us in on the new Nissan Titan XD, equipped with a Cummins diesel engine. Next, Collins Bros Jeep’s Dennis and Kelsey Collins discuss their Jeep Wrangler JL Hellcrate, barn finds, and the effect social media has had on the automotive industry. Dave Hall of Restore a Muscle Car and Jeff Catlin of Barrett-Jackson join in on our social media conversation; it can be a useful tool to build excitement for new car projects. Closing the show, Rat Runners Garage Owner, Aaron Hagar, describes his YouTube video series, “Design | Cut | Build”, and how living around Lake Tahoe has helped propel him as a car enthusiast. Don’t miss out on these exclusive interviews from the Craftsman Garage at SEMA 2018.
- [00:00:00] Discovery’s #3, “Chasing Classic Cars”
- [00:06:38] Origins of “Chasing Classic Cars”
- [00:12:31] Balancing Work and Outdoor Fun
- [00:19:51] Larry Koester’s Tractor Tragedy
- [00:27:06] Inspiration from the Mouth of Babes
- [00:35:51] Russell Holmes on a Mission to Give Back
- [00:42:11] Hailie Deegan NASCAR Rookie of the Year
- [00:46:03] Deegan Family Born to Race
- [00:54:42] Nissan Titan XD Cummins Diesel
- [01:02:03] Jeep Wrangler JL Hellcrate at SEMA
- [01:08:40] Social Media’s Impact on Auto Hobby
- [01:18:03] Aaron Hagar and Rat Runners Garage
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Jet Power, Black Mountain Jeep, and Dodge Charger GT | #325
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Speed, horsepower, braking capability, and handling all make up that beautiful experience we call driving. Innovations in the automotive industry have helped designers capture and create amazing machines. This week, we dive into the hobby with some real petrol heads. We begin the show with a bang as automotive journalist, Steven Cole Smith, shares his 303-MPH experience in a jet-powered dragster. Then, George Kennedy, automotive journalist for the Boston Globe, sounds off about the Dodge Charger GT AWD and the anticipated return of the Toyota Supra. As if the first hour wasn’t great enough, we are joined by Dennis Collins of Collins Bros Jeep, Russell Holmes of Garage Rehab, and “Big Chris” Smith of Black Mountain Jeep for the second hour of the show. Dennis tells us that Russell has his shop all torn up for great reasons, and “Big Chris” is helping take Black Mountain Jeep’s idea of distribution to a whole new level. Don’t miss this fast-paced, hilarious group of car guys!
- [00:00:00] Jet Powered Dragsters
- [00:06:24] 303-MPH, A Walk in the Park
- [00:12:31] Jay Leno’s Jet Powered Motorcycle
- [00:19:54] Mercedes-AMG GT C Roadster
- [00:28:10] AWD Dodge Charger GT
- [00:35:55] Return of the Toyota Supra
- [00:42:16] Garage Rehab and Collins Bros Jeep
- [00:48:08] Black Mountain Jeep Goes Global
- [00:54:47] Building Your Garage to Produce
- [01:02:09] Become Your Own Dealer
- [01:10:48] JL Wrangler Extensive Redesign
- [01:18:11] Don’t Forget the Classics
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There’s a Craftsman Story in All of Us
Craftsman tools have been wrenching their way into the hearts and the garages of gearheads since 1927. It's quite possible that you've had your hands on a Craftsman tool at…
Live from the Craftsman Garage Pt. 3 | #312
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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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Live from the Craftsman Garage at the 2017 SEMA Show Pt. 2 | #310
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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #310
We are back with interviews from the 2017 SEMA Show that we will be rolling out over the next few weeks. First up, live from the Craftsman Garage, we chat with the CEO of Barrett-Jackson, Craig Jackson, about the charity cars they had at the last auction in Las Vegas. Next, Troy Trepanier of Rad Rides by Troy shares his history with SEMA, Bonneville racing, and his friendship with Chip Foose. Then, Hollywood Car Consultant, Josh Hancock, jumps on the mic with legendary builder Steve Saleen. Steve talks with us about the Saleen rides at SEMA, and some exciting business news from China. Russell Holmes of Garage Rehab discusses his role on the show and sounds off about some of the craziest garages that the crew has been to. Switching lanes, Stacey David of GearZ shares all about his past as a musician, his recent children’s book, and touches on his show. Rutledge Wood, NASCAR personality, explains a charity build he is doing with eBay Motors and a new show on the horizon for him. Ray Evernham, host of AmeriCarna, tells us about his role in the making of the movie Cars 3 and about the friendly, family rivalry between him and his wife, who is also a professional driver. Last up, we hit the backroads of our imagination with the crew from Dirt Every Day, who tell us about the wild 4x4s they have hit the mud with. Fill up on our stars’ personal Craftsman tool stories that helped them build their dreams.
- [00:00:00] Charity Cars From Barrett-Jackson
- [00:04:59] Star-Studded Rides Adorn Auction Block
- [00:12:30] Rad Rides by Troy and Bonneville Racing
- [00:19:53] Marvelous Memories of Meeting Steve Saleen
- [00:24:41] Prediction for the Future of the Automobile
- [00:35:52] The Garage Rehab Project Manager
- [00:42:13] From Musician to Wrenching on GearZ
- [00:47:28] WWII and the Dodge Power Wagon
- [00:54:44] Building for Kids with eBay Motors
- [01:02:07] Ray Evernham: Not Just a Voice in Cars 3
- [01:12:49] Induction into the NASCAR Hall of Fame
- [01:18:09] Off-Road Action on Dirt Every Day
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LIVE from Craftsman Garage at the 2017 SEMA Show: Pt. 1 | #308
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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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The 2017 SEMA SHOW Has Arrived
Time flies when you're having fun and after a long year of test drives, auto shows, and summer vacations, we have come full circle all the way back to the…
Tesla Model 3, Saleen Mustangs, Brembo Brakes and More | #294
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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #294
Electric cars, luxury performance, and travel trailers are just a taste of what’s in store for this episode. JoshCAR’s Hollywood Car Consultant, Josh Hancock, raves about the 2018 Maserati Levante, a performance SUV wrapped in luxury. Next, Josh talks about Telsa’s most affordable yet, the Model 3. Then, we take to the skies with Mark Murphy of TravelPulse who discusses hidden fees and booking mysteries behind our travel plans. Switching gears, we chat with Dan Sandberg, CEO of Brembo North America, about a recent inductee to the Automotive Hall of Fame. After all that excitement, you might need an on-the-ground vacation. Bob Wheeler of Airstream shares the history of iconic travel trailers and talks new trailer models. Hopping over to Connecticut, automotive journalist, George Kennedy, describes his first ever Barrett-Jackson held at the Mohegan Sun. Then, Richard Rawlings fills us in on his new show Garage Rehab and his energy drink, aptly named Gas Monkey Energy. We end with icon Steve Saleen of Saleen Automotive who tells us about the 30-year Championship Edition Saleen Mustangs.
- [00:00:00] Maserati Levante is a Luxurious Performance SUV
- [00:05:58] Tesla Starts Production on Model 3 Two Weeks Ahead
- [00:12:30] Airlines Leave Final Booking Cost a Mystery
- [00:19:51] Forget About Third Party Hotel Booking
- [00:28:01] Brembo Brakes Selected As Standard for Many OEMs
- [00:35:50] Quality Brakes Could Save Your Life
- [00:42:10] Airstreams: Ultimate Tool for Travel and Adventure
- [00:48:19] Not Just a Travel Trailer, Airstreams Can be a Home
- [00:54:41] Behind the Scenes at Barrett-Jackson Northeast
- [01:02:01] Garage Rehab Saves Shops in Financial Devastation
- [01:09:20] Gas Monkey Energy Drink Hits Stores Near You
- [01:17:59] 30-Year Championship Edition Saleen Mustangs