Battle of the Builders, Golf R, McLaren, Genesis GV80 | #440
Jumping right in, BJ Killeen, Automotive Journalist & Voice of Reason, dishes about SEMA 360 and the online Battle of the Builders competition this year. BJ and Alan discuss Carlos Ghosn…
BMW 540i, New Ford F-250, GM eCrate, 2020 SEMA | #439
Kicking off the show today we have George Kennedy III, Co-Founder of Cartender and Freelance Automotive Journalist for CarGurus, Boston Globe, and U.S. News & World Report, joining us! George…
Performance SUVs, Mid-Engine Corvette, 24 Hours of Le Mans | #374
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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #374
We kick off the show with Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, and Dealer.com Executive Publisher, Karl Brauer, as we discuss the possibility of Alan selling his serial #8 Dodge Demon, Mid-Engine Corvette rumors, the 24 Hours of Le Mans race, and the rapidly changing automotive industry how KBB keeps up. Next, automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, reviews the Kia Telluride and Toyota Sienna. Both of these amazing vehicles should be considered for any family looking to upgrade to a spacious ride. Then, JoshCAR Hollywood Car Consultant, Josh Hancock, gives us his impressions on the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio and a quick Hollywood car update. Closing the show, Co-founder of Cartender and freelance automotive journalist for CarGurus, Boston Globe, U.S. News and World Report, George Kennedy III, gushes about his love for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, reviews the 2019 GMC Acadia SLT 1 Black Edition, and chats with Alan about his 1973 Chevrolet Blazer with full removable hardtop. Tune in for more on the latest performance SUVs, racing news, and sports car talk.
- [00:00:00] Specialty Sports Cars Hold Value
- [00:06:02] Market Oversaturated with Special Cars?
- [00:12:30] Mid-Engine Corvette Mass Production?
- [00:19:51] Performance SUVs and Decline of Sedans
- [00:28:24] Le Mans: A 24 Hour Race of Endurance
- [00:35:53] Auto Industry in Flux, How KBB Keeps Up
- [00:42:13] BJ Killeen Finally Reviews Kia Telluride
- [00:48:56] Kia Low Quality No More and Rental Cars
- [00:54:44] Minivan Market and Toyota Sienna Review
- [01:02:05] Stelvio Quadrifoglio Review / Movie News
- [01:09:58] GMC Acadia SLT 1 and ‘73 Blazer
- [01:18:06] Hypercars at the 24 Hours of Le Mans
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Ford Ranger, Autotrader, Airless Tires, and Car Reviews | #373
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Can most people make full use of a one-ton dually pickup truck? Likely, the answer is no and we could go as far as to question how necessary a 1500 class truck is as well. Co-founder of Cartender and freelance automotive journalist for CarGurus, Boston Globe, and U.S. News & World Report, George Kennedy III, explains why the mid-size Ford Ranger could be the perfect size truck for most Americans; but does that mean the Ranger is George’s #1 pick for the category? Not necessarily. Find out why he thinks a Toyota Tacoma would fit his needs better. Then, Autotrader Executive Editor, Brian Moody, discusses Autotrader’s “10 Best Cars to Lease in 2019”, “Best Pet Accessories for Your Car: 2019 Edition”, and “6 Great Used Family Sedans Under $15,000 for 2019” articles. Next up, freelance automotive journalist, Mike Austin, shares some industry news, including a deal between Michelin and General Motors to test airless tires on a fleet of Chevrolet Bolt, Cadillac Super Cruise update, and Ford v Ferrari. Closing the show, automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, shares skepticism of Elon Musk’s promises of a new pickup to beat all pickups from Tesla, and reviews the Hyundai Accent. Tune in for the latest from the automotive industry.
- [00:00:00] Do You Really Need A Massive Truck?
- [00:06:10] Camping and the 2019 Ford Ranger
- [00:12:31] Ford Ranger Not Worth the Price Tag?
- [00:19:51] Best Pet Accessories for Your Car
- [00:27:47] Best Cars to Lease in 2019
- [00:35:52] Great Used Family Sedans for Under $15k
- [00:42:13] Mike Austin’s 80s and 90s Car Nostalgia
- [00:48:15] Michelin and GM to Test Airless Tires
- [00:54:44] Cadillac Super Cruise / Ford v Ferrari
- [01:02:05] Alan Selling Demon, Tesla Truck Incoming
- [01:11:39] Hyundai Accent is a Low Budget Car
- [01:18:07] Alan On the Hunt for New Kia Telluride
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2018 AMCI Global Trusted Brands, DriveShare, and Indy 500 | #333
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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | #333
In a world with endless options, how is it possible for us to choose just one car? Well, thankful there are companies out there that are trying to make these tough decisions easy. We begin the hour with Chief Strategy Officer for AMCI Global, who details their 2018 Trusted Automotive Brand Study. The automotive industry has already established quality and satisfaction but when it comes to the emotion behind the trust we put in brands, there is still long way to go. Chevrolet, Kia, and Genesis – are just a few of the rides that made the most trusted list; listen for the rest! Next, we hear from Peter Zawadzki, Director of DriveShare by Hagerty, about this classic car rental program that can take you on a cruise down memory lane. DriveShare gives you the opportunity to either rent that collector car of your dreams for a weekend, wedding, or a multitude of other events. It also allows owners to stretch the legs of the beautiful cars they have collecting dust in their garage. Are you interested in buying, zooming around, or taking photos with a gorgeous classic? After that, we catch up with automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, about her recent trip to New York to explore some of the top automotive manufacturers’ experiential facilities that are not about selling you a car but about helping you discover more about the brand. She also reviews the 2019 Hyundai Veloster, and explains that this car has really taken on a great refresh. Headroom, connectivity, comfort, and even five trim levels have made the Veloster better than it has ever been. Then, we talk with Alan about the 2018 F-Type 400 Sport AWD Coupe that he just drove. The design, body style, and flavor of the car is beautiful and the V6 supercharge engine makes it a snappy little car. It has some amazing technology that will allow you to use a GoPro camera to take real-time video from driving the car to social. Alan raves about this fantastic machine! Switching lanes, Steven Cole Smith gets us up to speed on what we can look forward to from the Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600. He tells us that the media at the Indy 500 will certainly be keeping their eye on Danica Patrick, and many believe that this is her final race. Steven then shares that there is not much to look forward to from the Coca-Cola 600 but if he had to put his money on anyone then it would have to be Chase Elliot. Lastly, he tells us that he is about to make his way to England to view the Global RallyCross that will soon be making its way to the United States. Join us for an action-packed episode with the automotive news you don’t want to miss!
- [00:00:00] AMCI Global Explores Trust
- [00:06:14] Trusted Non-Luxury Brands
- [00:12:31] Improved Luxury Brands
- [00:19:55] Hagerty’s DriveShare
- [00:27:43] Share Your Classic Car
- [00:35:53] Drive the Car of Your Dreams
- [00:42:14] Brand Experiential Centers
- [00:48:39] 2019 Hyundai Veloster
- [00:54:45] 2018 Jaguar F-Type 400 Sport
- [01:02:05] Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600
- [01:11:13] Danica Patrick’s Last Race
- [01:18:01] Global Rallycross Series
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Kia Stinger GT, Silvercar App, and Acura NSX | #330
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Performance, utility, and economy – automotive manufacturers are going above and beyond to exceed consumer expectations. We begin with the perfect example: automotive journalist, George Kennedy, shares his drive experience in the astounding 2018 Kia Stinger GT. With Brembo brakes and a V6 twin-turbocharged engine, Kia’s reputation as a ‘discount car company’ is a thing of the past. George also touches on Ford’s decision to cut most of their sedans, believing they may have been a bit shortsighted. Automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, also offers insight on Ford’s sedan decision after a recent stop at a red light had her surrounded by only trucks and SUVs. Shifting gears, BJ sounds off about her test drive of the 290-HP, 3.5L V6 Lexus RX 350L. While she enjoyed many aspects of this ride, such as the fit and finish and handling, she had a few points that Lexus could improve on with the future models. Next, we catch up with Karl Brauer who calls from the inside of an Acura NSX on his way to the 2018 Drive Towards a Cure “California Adventure”, a charitable event benefiting for Parkinson’s research. Karl pits his 2006 Ford GT against the super handling AWD of the Acura NSX in a surprising review. Then, Luke Schneider, CEO of Silvercar, explains his rental car app which was recently acquired by Audi. Through the app, customers are able to effortlessly rent an Audi A4 or Q5 for an all-inclusive fee ranging from $59-$79 a day. (Yes, all of the rentals are all silver.) Lastly, we catch up with Chris Duke celebrates the 10th anniversary of Motorz TV, announces a brand new episode featuring Alan’s Dodge Demon, and discusses the close of National Car Care Month. Plus, as the ambassador of GM’s BuyPower Card, Chris tells us of the surveys they have been conducting with the help of their patrons. Tune in now to pump your mind full of the latest automotive knowledge!
- [00:00:00] 2018 Kia Stinger GT
- [00:06:28] Disprove Discount Reputation
- [00:12:30] Ford’s Shortsighted Decision
- [00:19:51] 2018 Lexus RX 350L
- [00:29:18] Impressive Small SUVs
- [00:35:53] Ford Copyrights “Maverick” Again
- [00:42:13] Drive Toward a Cure
- [00:48:38] Acura NSX vs Ford GT
- [00:54:44] Silvercar – Rent Audi A4 or Q5
- [01:02:05] 10th Anniversary of Motorz TV
- [01:11:27] DIY Automotive Repair
- [01:18:06] Check Your Manual Before You Wrench
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Live from the 2018 New York International Auto Show | #326
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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #326
Broadcasting from the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), we get up to speed on the latest and greatest rides hitting the market. We begin the hour with Joy Falotico of the Lincoln Motor Company who discusses the sales of the 2018 Lincoln Navigator, and introduces the gorgeous Lincoln Aviator. Next, Lincoln’s Robert Parker talks with us about the praises and special attention that their brand gets in China. Then, David Woodhouse shares the magic behind Lincoln’s guiding design principles. After that, we talk with MINI’s Andrew Cutler about the electrified classic MINI and their best-selling model, the Countryman. Then, Mark Dahncke of Audi sounds off about the Audi RS 5 Sportback and the popular Audi Q5. Next, Karl Brauer gushes over the roof-top party thrown by Kelley Blue Book, his favorite finds at NYIAS, and the technological shift that is happening in the automotive industry. Switching gears, Jamie Page Deaton of U.S. News & World Report Best Cars Rankings explains the pros and cons of some of the new rides on the showroom floor. Then, Lauren Fix of The Car Coach gives us her thoughts on the Volkswagen Tanoak pickup truck and the future of electric vehicles. Changing lanes, we chat with Michael Harley of Kelley Blue Book and Frank Wiseman of Porsche North America about Michael’s test drive in the snowy French Alps, and the Porsche Experience in LA. Our last guest of the show is Chris Duke of Motorz TV who explains GM’s BuyPower Card and over-air Marketplace. Alan ends the show with a preview of the cars he will be showing on ‘LIVE with Kelly and Ryan‘ during Auto Show Week (April 2-6, 2018). Join us now to fill your mind with automotive goodness.
- [00:00:00] Lincoln Motors Keeps Awing Us
- [00:05:48] China, Electric Motors, and Lincoln
- [00:12:31] Aviator is Magically Designed
- [00:19:54] A Classic MINI Goes Electric
- [00:27:14] Audi RS 5 Sportback
- [00:35:55] Treasures of NYIAS 2018
- [00:42:16] Family Friendly Auto Design
- [00:55:34] Porsche Stands the Test of Time
- [01:03:28] General Motors’ BuyPower Card
- [01:11:36] LIVE! with Kelly and Ryan
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Chassis, Chicago Auto Show, Lincoln Navigator, and More | #321
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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #321
Reviews of excellent craftsmanship spread like wildfire, especially in the automotive industry. A quality build equals safety, longevity, and stellar performance; car buyers are ready to throw down extra dough for a premium ride.. We begin the show with automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, and renowned chassis builders, Art and Craig Morrison of Art Morrison Enterprises. Art and Craig know about quality – A car with an Art Morrison Enterprises chassis fetches high dollar at auction. We discuss the importance and value of up-fitting your vehicle with tried and true equipment. Then, BJ gives us a quick rundown of what may be coming to the floor of the Chicago Auto Show. Next, Chris Duke previews the new, redesigned season of Motorz TV. After that, we dive into the lap of luxury with Hollywood car consultant, Josh Hancock of JoshCAR, who reviews the brand new Lincoln Navigator. Shifting gears, Rick Ruskin of General Motors discussed their new online ‘Marketplace’ which enables in-app purchases during your daily commute. We end the show with automotive journalist, George Kennedy, who sounds off about his recent test drive in France of the noticeably smaller Jaguar E-PACE. Join us now to get your engines revvin’!
- [00:00:00] 47 Years of Chassis Work
- [00:06:39] Chevrolet Bolt-On Frame
- [00:12:30] Art Morrison Chassis
- [00:19:53] Chicago Auto Show
- [00:28:02] Fresh Motorz TV
- [00:35:54] Motorz TV: Real DIY
- [00:42:15] Exceeding Expectations
- [00:48:51] What About the Fuel?
- [00:54:46] General Motors ‘Marketplace’
- [01:02:09] Dodge Demon Tires
- [01:11:20] Jaguar E-PACE
- [01:18:10] Rally of 10,000 Bends
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Bucket-List Alert: 2017 Barrett-Jackson Car Auction Scottsdale, Arizona | #277
Being an automotive enthusiast is about two things: the cars and the people. OEMs are constantly improving vehicles, and using their resources to help build strong communities. We’re broadcasting from the Shell Pioneering Performance Stage at the Barrett-Jackson collector car auction in Scottsdale, Arizona. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at this bucket-list event.
SEMA 2016: Customized Performance | #270
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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #270
Amazing builds, stunning products, and your favorite automotive experts; SEMA brings it all and more! This week, we’re bringing you exclusive interviews from the Shell Pioneering Performance Stage.
- [00:00:00] The New Hall of Famer
- [00:07:05] An Enduring Brand
- [00:12:30] Precision Crafted Performance
- [00:19:38] The Three Eras of Peter Brock
- [00:30:32] Katzkin Customization
- [00:35:38] Passion Turned Career
- [00:41:58] NASCAR Talk
- [00:48:28] The SEMA Legacy
- [00:54:29] Shelby Goes Global
- [01:01:39] Better Than Ever
- [01:09:01] Drives like a BMW
- [01:17:39] Going to Extremes