Auto Industry Strives for Efficiency, NASCAR News, and Geneva Motor Show | #282

THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #282

The automotive world is changing around every corner and luckily, we get to hear from some of the big names in the industry to help make sense of it all. Professional stock car driver, Cameron Hayley, talks about the high emotions that come into play at a NASCAR race. Kelley Blue Book’s Karl Brauer shares his thrilling motorcycle ride with the MotoAmerica team, and brings home exciting news from the Geneva International Motor Show. Next, Mazda’s  Matthew Valbuena says Mazda’s infotainment interface with signature Bose Sound System may render aftermarket tech obsolete. BJ Killeen shares her latest column with The Vegas Voice. Plus, find out how President Trump’s meeting with automakers may shape the future of the CAFE (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) standards. We end the show with a couple inspiring women; Lori Harvey and Kelsey Green, who are setting the bar for fuel efficiency with the help of the Shell Eco-Marathon and Hitachi. Change is constant and automotive knowledge is power, so listen in to find out what is on the horizon for car lovers.

 

  • [00:00:00] Emotions Run High in NASCAR
  • [00:06:03] Cameron Hayley is On the Hunt for Sponsors
  • [00:12:30] Extreme Quality Garage Cabinets by Hayley
  • [00:19:51] Death-Grip Ride at Thunderhill Raceway
  • [00:27:29] Partying at Geneva International Motor Show
  • [00:35:52] Honda Civic Type R to Arrive in USA
  • [00:42:12] Mazda Showcases Signature Sound at SXSW
  • [00:49:44] Advances Make Aftermarket Sound Obsolete
  • [00:54:43] Big Things for BJ Killeen and MINI
  • [01:02:03] Huge 2017 MINI Countryman Reviewed
  • [01:12:12] Shell Eco-Marathon & Hitachi Inspire Women
  • [01:18:04] Automotive Industry No Longer Boys Club

 

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A Look Back on a Great Year | #269

THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #269

What a great year it’s been! It’s hard to believe we’re already on our last live show of 2016. We’re ready to go out with a bang, interviewing the CEOs of some incredible new companies and spending time with old friends like BJ Killeen, Chris Duke, Josh Hancock, and Karl Brauer. Thanks for following along with us, next year is sure to be even better!

 

  • [00:00:00] Until Next Year
  • [00:02:39] 2017 Ford Raptor
  • [00:12:30] Shifting to a New Car Buying System
  • [00:19:51] Distraction Eliminator, Navdy
  • [00:27:18] First Pancake Syndrome
  • [00:35:16] Luxury and Speed
  • [00:41:35] Daredevil Antics
  • [00:47:39] Massive Towing Capability
  • [00:54:07] #AskDuke
  • [01:01:22] Kia Sedona Adventures
  • [01:10:15] Karl Brauer Gossip
  • [01:17:20] The Anticipation is Building

 

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LA International Auto Show | #267

THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #267

There’s so much happening at the LA International Auto Show, we’re having trouble keeping up! Luckily, we’ve lined up plenty of amazing guests from all of the top car companies who can fill us in on show highlights. For all the biggest news of the coming year, listen in!

 

  • [00:00:00] The Sweet Spot Car
  • [00:05:47] Driven to Delight
  • [00:12:30] Ioniq Unlimited
  • [00:19:51] From Here to Infiniti
  • [00:27:01] Keeping Up the I-PACE
  • [00:35:50] What3Words
  • [00:42:10] Monster Trucks
  • [00:48:46] Mission E-Possible
  • [00:54:41] Super Sized Subaru
  • [01:02:03] A Lifestyle Vehicle
  • [01:10:15] ReachNow
  • [01:18:03] Premium Practicality

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Life in the Fast Lane | #262

THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #262

Fast N’ Loud’s Richard Rawlings and Dennis Collins fill us in on the opulent and odd vehicles they’ll be showcasing at upcoming events like Barrett-Jackson and SEMA, we celebrate the 25th anniversary of Hennessey Performance, and get a preview of the latest episode of Motorz. Plus, don’t miss today’s car reviews including the brand new Lincoln Continental, Mazda CX-9, and Ford F-150 Platinum.

 

  • [00:00:00] Hancock Family Gala
  • [00:06:12] Along Came a Spider
  • [00:12:30] Fabulous Features
  • [00:19:54] EcoBoost Powered Pantera
  • [00:29:15] Getting Rowdy at Barrett-Jackson
  • [00:35:58] Gears and Grub
  • [00:42:18 ] Hobby to Business
  • [00:48:27] Tuning Upgrade
  • [00:54:50] More Speed, Please
  • [01:02:11 ] Customer Service Standouts
  • [01:11:00] Mazda CX-9 Test Drive
  • [01:18:15] Safety First
  • [01:24:34] Listen to the Experts
  • [01:31:07] New from Motorz
  • [01:37:08] Smart Truck Tech
  • [01:44:30] Autoblog UPSHIFT
  • [01:53:26] For Your Viewing Pleasure…
  • [02:00:32] Deals, Deals, Deals!

 

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