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Monterey Car Week was in full swing last weekend, and Alan sat down with some of the best guys the car hobby has to offer at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. First off, Justice Brothers, Inc. President and CEO, Ed Justice, Jr., was blown away by the auction of a 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO, which sold for an astounding $48.5 million, awe inspiring historic races, an unrestored IndyCar from the 60s, and a rare 1970 Ferrari 512S Modulo Pininfarina Coupe. Monterey Car Week truly is a window into the automotive past. Next, Ken Eberts, President and Co-Founder of the Automotive Fine Arts Society (AFAS), shares his journey from New York City’s High School of Music and Art to co-founding AFAS. With a mission to legitimize and promote the work of its members, and build a fellowship among automotive fine artists and enthusiasts, AFAS has been attending Pebble Beach Concours since 1986. Then, Barrett-Jackson Auction Company Chairman and CEO, Craig Jackson, fills us in on new projects he has in the works, including two of the three-car limited run of 1967 Shelby GT500s, Little Red and the Green Hornet. Craig is making use of crowdsourced photos, information, and parts to help restore these beauties to their original glory. Also, we get a snapshot of upcoming Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas 2018 where a very special 2015 Shelby GT350 will be auctioned off to benefit the Driven Hearts Charity Initiative. Changing gears, ACURA Executive Creative Director for Honda R&D Americas, Inc., Dave Marek, mentions his new podcast, Man Seeks Adventure, and and how he’s drawing inspiration for a designer like Dave Marek is in abundance at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Switching lanes, Wade Kawasaki and Corky Coker of Coker Tire Group, Chasing Classic Cars Host, Wayne Carini, and Meguiar’s President, Barry Meguiar, discuss all things Pebble Beach, Coker Tire Group, Chasing Classic Cars, SEMA, Car Crazy, and mustache related. Wayne Carini has three classic cars on the green at Pebble Beach: a 1954 Studebaker, Osca MT4 TN, and a Bugatti Type 57SC. Wayne isn’t worried about winning any awards, showcasing his cars at Pebble Beach is a win of its own. As Wayne Carini, Corky Coker, and Wade Kawasaki depart, Barry Meguiar is left in the middle of an Alan Taylor sandwich! Classic Car Restorer Alan Taylor’s reputation as one of the best car restorers in the hobby precedes him, and he gives us the details on his 1949 Delahaye Gilroy bodied Cabriolet he is showing at Pebble Beach. Alan shares the story of a Bugatti he had on the lawn at Pebble Beach a few years ago whose legitimacy came into question. Then, Kelley Blue Book’s Karl Brauer shares his highlights from Monterey Car Week, from a stunning 1937 Cadillac Series 90 Hartmann Cabriolet to the premier of the 2019 Ford GT Heritage Edition at the Laguna Seca race track. We catch up with Barry Meguiar to close out our 25th show from Pebble Beach, as he fills us in on the brand new Preservation Award. Last, we discuss the truly amazing 1937 Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Touring Berlinetta took home the Best in Show award. If you missed out on Monterey Car Week this year, be sure to get your tickets now for the 2019 event! If you love cars, you’ll love Monterey Car Week.

 

  • [00:00:00] Welcome to 2018 Pebble Beach!
  • [00:06:11] Rich History at Monterey Car Week
  • [00:12:30] Automotive Fine Art Society
  • [00:19:51] Little Red and the Green Hornet
  • [00:28:16] Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas Preview
  • [00:35:52] “Man Seeks Adventure” and Inspiration
  • [00:42:12] Coker Tire Group Crashes the Party
  • [00:48:29] Osca MT4 TN and Bugatti Type 57SC
  • [00:54:43] Respect Between Brothers
  • [01:02:04] Alan Taylor Sandwich
  • [01:11:46] Karl Brauer’s Top Pebble Beach Picks
  • [01:18:05] The All New Preservation Award

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #306

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – they don’t really make a bad car nowadays. Technology has changed the way we look at our cars, and manufacturers are stepping up to the plate. We begin the hour chatting with Karl Brauer, Executive Publisher for Kelley Blue Book, who gushes over his test drive of the Lexus LC 500, describes the North American Car of the Year judging, and raves about the beautifully redesigned Toyota Camry. Then, we hit the track with Ed Justice, Jr., President and CEO of Justice Brothers, Inc., who updates us on the IMSA races, shares his opinion on Formula E racing, and voices his thoughts on the future of mobility. Next, Alan gives us an overview on what we can look forward to at the Las Vegas Barrett-Jackson, which will include a slew of charity cars. After that, automotive journalist BJ Killeen fills us in on the Hyundai Shopper Assurance program, and gives us an inside look at being an automotive journalist. Then, we discuss modern vehicle technology and the ease (or difficulty) of infotainment interfaces with Kristin Kolodge, Executive Director of Driver Interaction and Human Machine Interface for J.D. Power. Last but certainly not least, Dennis Collins, Owner of Collins Bros. Jeep, describes an exciting collection of British Sports Cars he recently discovered in an abandoned barn, and the trucks he will be auctioning off at Barrett-Jackson in Las Vegas this week. Stay ahead of the curve. Listen now.

  • [00:00:00] 2018 Lexus LC 500: An Escaped Concept
  • [00:05:58] Redesigned Toyota Camry Emits Emotion
  • [00:12:30] Cars that are Making a Splash this Year
  • [00:19:53] Big Things Changing in the Racing World
  • [00:29:18] Motor Vehicles Have Changed Our Lives
  • [00:35:57] Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas is Almost Here
  • [00:42:17] Hyundai Shopper Assurance for Quick Buys
  • [00:48:27] Streamline Your Purchase with Hyundai
  • [00:54:49] Tesla Has Trouble Delivering Model 3
  • [01:02:11] Vehicle Technology and Consumers
  • [01:10:59] Trucks for Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas
  • [01:18:13] Dennis Collins’ Exciting Rare Barn Find

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #300

One-of-a-kind rides from all over the world cruise into town for Monterey Car Week. There is never a dull moment once the cars arrive, and you can even walk out of a cheap hotel room and see a Lamborghini or Porsche sitting right there. This show is a pivotal place for high rollers to come show off their dream cars. If you’re lucky enough to see the car sitting on the lawn of Pebble Beach, you had better take it all in because it may be the only time you will ever see it in your life. We chat with some of the heavy hitters of the auto industry live from the green. Guests include Josh Hancock, Dave Kunz, Dan Sandberg, Ed Justice, Jr., Wade Kawasaki, Corky Coker, Barry Meguiar, Craig Jackson, Dennis Collins, Chris Smith, Ken Eberts, and Pietro Zollino. They are on the air telling stories, giving rave reviews, and gushing over their favorite parts of this sophisticated event. Don’t miss all the fun, listen now.

  • [00:00:00] Epic Views of Monterey Car Week
  • [00:06:17] Alpha Romeo 4C and the Acura NSX
  • [00:12:31] Adam Corolla Drives Paul Newman Porsche
  • [00:19:52] SEMA Donates $1-million to Digitize Images
  • [00:29:10] Karl Brauer Arrives in Honda Private Jet
  • [00:35:53] Astounding History on the Lawn of Pebble Beach
  • [00:42:16] Craig Jackson: Oracle of the Automotive Hobby
  • [00:47:50] Collecting the Cars We Grew Up With
  • [00:54:47] Automotive Art at its Finest and Priciest
  • [01:02:08] Acura NSX is Honda’s Halo Car Supercar
  • [01:09:30] Dennis Collins Car Sales at Monterey Car Week
  • [01:18:11] 2022 Volkswagen to Release Pure Electric ID Bus

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #292

There’s a lot of excitement happening this summer for all of you car lovers out there. Alan has the inside scoop on recent and upcoming events. We cover the 2017 Northeast Barrett-Jackson collector car auction at the Mohegan Sun Casino and Resort in Connecticut. Chris Duke tells us about his test drive of the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro in the shockingly bright color, Krypton Green. Next, we talk with Mike Whan about the 2017 Hot August Nights; 5,000 cars are already registered, Alan will be the Grand Marshall, there will be prizes, cruises and free rock concerts galore! Dennis Collins shares his insane knowledge of classic cars and rare rides. Steven Cole Smith honors Motorsports Hall of Fame inductees. Brendan Scanlan reviews the 2017 Alpha Romeo Stelvio. Automotive icon, Bruce McLaren’s story hits the silver screen – Ed Justice, Jr. reviews the film. At the end of the show, we hear about a dream come true for motorsports enthusiasts from Jason Plotke, Founder of the Apex Motor Club. Get on the fast track for the latest knowledge in the automotive industry, listen now.

  • [00:00:00] Barrett-Jackson Auction at the Mohegan Sun
  • [00:06:10] 2017 Chevrolet Camaro in Krypton Green
  • [00:12:32] Hot August Nights Will Have Over 5,000 Cars
  • [00:19:53] Dennis Collins’ Secret Knowledge of Classics
  • [00:30:05] On the Hunt for a 1981-1985 CJ Scrambler
  • [00:35:54] Classic Cars Dead or Alive Hunts for the Rarest
  • [00:42:15] NASCAR Bids Farewell to Dale Earnhardt Jr.
  • [00:48:52] 2017 Motorsports Hall of Fame Inductees
  • [00:54:47] Alfa Romeo Stelvio Charges Through Nashville
  • [01:02:08] DNA Drive Mode Makes Driving this SUV Smooth
  • [01:08:25] McLaren Hits the Big Screen and it’s Well Done
  • [01:18:08] Apex Motor Club is a Dream for Motor Enthusiasts

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From wrecks at the Indianapolis 500 to sexy supercar reviews, this episode is full of excitement! We hear from CEO of Justice Brothers, Ed Justice, Jr., about his exciting experience at the Indy 500. Then, automotive journalist, George Kennedy, tells us about the creative cars at 24 Hours of LeMons, and his excitement over the upcoming Barrett-Jackson in Connecticut. Brian Armstead, automotive journalist for Roadfly, reviews his new love, the 2017 Audi R8 V10 Plus. RACER Magazine’s Steven Cole Smith tells us about a 69 year old sprint car race called the Little 500. We end the hour with Autotrader’s Michelle Krebs who tell us about the current state of dealerships.

  • [00:00:00] Scott Dixon Had One Crazy Week
  • [00: 05:45] Takuma Sato Takes Indy 500 Win
  • [00:12:30] Surprises at the Indianapolis 500
  • [00:19:51] 24 Hours of LeMons $500 Car Race
  • [00:28:14] Inside the 2017 Toyota RAV4
  • [00:35:52] Barrett-Jackson Comes to Mohegan Sun
  • [00:42:13] Audi R8 V10 Plus Wakes the Neighbors
  • [00:48:59] 2017 Audi R8 V10: A Street Racecar
  • [00:54:43] 2017 Audi R8 V10 Plus is a Drive Machine
  • [01:02:04] The Little 500, A Don’t-Miss 69-Year-Old Race
  • [01:11:38] Auto Buying Trends Affecting Car Dealers
  • [01:18:04] Sales of SUVs Continue to Rise

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