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Read more about the article Building Excitement for SEMA 2017, Plus New Car Reviews | #307

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Anticipation ramps up for the 2017 SEMA Show, which is just around the corner. We chat with industry experts about what they will be displaying at the event. Catch the latest on Motorz TV from host Chris Duke; will he find inspiration for his upcoming season at this premier automotive event? Then, automotive journalist, George Kennedy, shares his drive experience with the 2018 Range Rover Velar. Up next, Hollywood’s car consultant, Josh Hancock, tells us about some movies such as the upcoming blockbuster about Dick Cheney’s life and Blade Runner 2049. We then check in with Mike Spagnola of SEMA who announces that special guest Jay Leno will Grand Marshal for the cruise on the last night at SEMA at the Las Vegas Convention Center. James Bell, Director of Corporate Communications for KIA Motors America, raves about the performance capability of the Kia Stinger that will be showcased at the event. Last, Kenny Pfitzer, Owner of Zero to 60 Designs, reveals the five cars he will have at SEMA. It’s time to get your engines revving, listen now.

  • [00:00:00] Motorz TV and Barrett-Jackson’s Charity Cars
  • [00:06:09] On the Hunt for New Motorz Content
  • [00:12:30] 2018 Range Rover Velar is More than Capable
  • [00:19:52] Highs and Lows of 2018 Range Rover Velar
  • [00:28:54] Everything for Your Car from the Ground Up
  • [00:35:56] Dick Cheney Movie Shows Eight Decades of Cars
  • [00:42:16] Auctioning Off of the Project Underdog Car
  • [00:48:13] Innovation is Born at the SEMA Show
  • [00:54:48] SEMA Board Working Hard All Year Around
  • [01:02:10] 2018 Kia Stinger Will Impress You for the Price
  • [01:10:40] Zero to 60 Designs Prepares for SEMA
  • [01:18:12] Ramping Up for SEMA 2017

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Read more about the article Auto Industry Elite Talk Aftermarket Trends at SEMA 2016 | #272

Auto Industry Elite Talk Aftermarket Trends at SEMA 2016 | #272

Covering SEMA 2016 from the Shell Pioneering Performance Stage, we speak with the heads of the automotive industry. With stunning classics, customs, and concepts galore, the automotive aftermarket it alive and well. We explore new trends, innovative ideas, charitable programs, and tried and true brands. There is a little something for every kind of car lover at this show!

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Read more about the article Sung Kang Unveils Project Underdog at SEMA 2016

Sung Kang Unveils Project Underdog at SEMA 2016

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Sung Kang and Project Underdog’s dream team join Alan Taylor and Jeff Allen on the Shell SEMA stage as they get ready to unveil the fully transformed 1972 Ford Maverick. Alexis Hernandez, Christian Quiroz and Tony Chen share their career goals as well as the deep impact the project has already had on them, including a full UTI scholarship for Alexis!

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Sung Kang and Don Moser at SEMA 2016

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After gaining acclaim and notoriety for his role as Han Lue in “The Fast and the Furious”, Sung Kang was left searching for a way to give back to the car community. He embarked on a new project to get wrenches into the hands of today’s youth. When Shell’s North America Marketing Manager, Don Moser, first met Sung, it was clear that they were both on the same mission. Now we learn more about Project Underdog, a program aiming to inspire a love affair of autos for the next generation.

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Read more about the article Fueling Futures with Project Underdog and Universal Technical Institute

Fueling Futures with Project Underdog and Universal Technical Institute

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“Project Underdog” is the compelling web series following three young students as they set out to rebuild a 1972 Ford Maverick. The U-Dog car will be auctioned next year at Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas and proceeds will supply scholarships enabling the young build team to pursue a career in the automotive industry. Fast & Furious star, Sung Kang, Universal Technical Institute Director or Business Alliances, Terry Emig, and UDreamTeam student, Alexis Hernandez, share how UTI has joined forces with the inspiring passion project.

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Global Community Supports Project Underdog at SEMA 2016

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The Underdog Project has stirred the passion of partners and car enthusiasts worldwide! From the SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, CA the transformation of a 1972 Ford Maverick has engaged the hearts and minds of hundreds of thousands. Tune in as The Fast and the Furious Sung Kang, Mike Spagnola (VP of OEM & Product Development Programs) and Magnus Walker join us on the Shell Pioneering Performance Stage. Get ready to be inspired!

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Read more about the article SEMA 2016: Building a Community | #268

SEMA 2016: Building a Community | #268

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #268

We’ve got even more content from our incredible week at SEMA! This episode we hear from Sung Kang about Project Underdog, Gene Winfield on his early drag racing days, and so many other industry leaders and automotive enthusiasts. Stick around!

 

  • [00:00:00] Tapout is Born
  • [00:08:59] Engineering Explained
  • [00:12:30] The Most Accessorized Vehicle
  • [00:19:51] Creating a Community
  • [00:29:57] Artistic Expression
  • [00:35:48] Hostile Wheels
  • [00:42:09] Coker Tire
  • [00:48:53] Project Underdog Design
  • [00:54:40] Straight Out of a Movie
  • [01:02:02] The Making of a Maverick
  • [01:11:12] Grudge Race
  • [01:18:03] Winfield and his Work

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Read more about the article SEMA 2016: Pedal-to-the-Metal Performance | #266

SEMA 2016: Pedal-to-the-Metal Performance | #266

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #266

It’s time for round two of our SEMA 2016 coverage at the Shell Pioneering Performance Pavilion with special guest co-host, Jeff Allen of the “Skidmarks Show”. Notable guests this week include: Shawn Langdon, Tom Cotter, Sung Kang, Don Moser, Ashley Corzine, Ethan Dometrius, Vaughn Gittin Jr., Davin Reckow, Matt Lewis, Eric Ables, Don Schumacher, Tony Schumacher, Matt Hagan, Leah Pritchett, Tommy Johnson Jr., Alexis Hernandez, Terry Emig, Joe Ray, Rudy Rivas, and Michael Grey.

 

  • [00:00:00] Just Like Dad
  • [00:06:11] Thrill of the Hunt
  • [00:12:30] Opportunity Embodied
  • [00:19:51] Like Father, Like Daughter
  • [00:29:43] Skidmarks Show Origin Story
  • [00:35:50] Vaughn’s Dream Mustang
  • [00:42:10] Meet “The Wrenchmen”
  • [00:49:24] The Mad Scientist
  • [00:54:41] A Winning Family Legacy
  • [01:02:03] DSR for the Win
  • [01:11:32] Fueling Futures
  • [01:18:03] Busting Stereotypes

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