Performance SUVs, Mid-Engine Corvette, 24 Hours of Le Mans | #374

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

THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #373

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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