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Read more about the article 2018 J.D. Power Consumer Studies, Auto News, and Test Drives | #343

2018 J.D. Power Consumer Studies, Auto News, and Test Drives | #343

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | #343

The auto industry is like a fine wine, it gets better with age. First, J.D. Power Vice President of Global Automotive, Dave Sargent, reports on the results of their 2018 US APEAL Study, which found automakers to be doing a tremendous job of delivering to customer expectations. Also, find out which technology advances in cars today have people jumping for joy, and which are making people pull their hair out. Then, Automotive Journalist featured on Automobilemag.com, Steven Cole Smith, fills us in on the North American Car of the Year nominees, North American International Auto Show updates, his trek up the Rubicon Trail in a Jeep, and NASCAR news. Steven also chats with Alan about the 2019 Infiniti QX50, the access economy, and Parachut.co. Next, after a couple of weeks of intensive traveling, Alan and Automotive Journalist, BJ Killeen, catch up and discuss Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, golf, auto manufacturer luxury channels, and the 2018 Mazda CX-9. BJ got a chance to sit behind the wheel of the new CX-9, and found many things impressive, but was struggling to notice anything that separated it from the pack. Similarly, Alan drove the Mercedes-Benz C 350e and thought it was a very nice car, but it just didn’t fit him. Last, Autotrader.com Executive Editor, Brian Moody, extols the 2019 GMC Sierra, saying it’s the best full-size pickup there is, with the only caveat being that no truck on the market can match RAM’s interiors. The 2019 GMC Sierra has video camera mirrors, a carbon fiber insert for the bed, looks that can kill, and a truly reinvented tailgate. Its tailgate is like something out of transformers, with the ability to fold into several different configurations. Also, Brian fills us in on the insanely depreciated used electric car market. Some amazing cars at a fraction of their ‘new’ sticker price include various models of BMW i3 for $20,000, previous generation Nissan Leaf and Fiat 500e for $10,000, and even Tesla Model S for $30,000. Tune in for more.

 

  • [00:00:00] Customers Demand, Manufacturers Deliver
  • [00:06:34] Technology Usage in Vehicles Quantified
  • [00:12:30] North American Car of the Year 2018
  • [00:19:51] 2019 Infiniti QX50
  • [00:29:05] The Rise of the Access Economy
  • [00:35:51] Rubicon Trail and NASCAR News
  • [00:42:12] Golf Is Fun, but It’s Great to Be Home
  • [00:48:16] Missed Beats of the 2018 Mazda CX-9
  • [00:54:43] Mazda CX-9 – Stuck Between Two Segments
  • [01:02:04] Mercedes-Benz C 350e, It Doesn’t Fit Me
  • [01:09:24] 2019 GMC Sierra: Best Truck Ever?
  • [01:18:05] Used Electric Car Deals on Autotrader

 

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Read more about the article Monterey Car Week, NASCAR, and Discontinued Rides | #299

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The automotive world is constantly changing. Motorsports and vehicle sales are feeling the ripples of the evolution of this industry. Brian Moody, Executive Editor of Autotrader, and JoshCAR Hollywood Car Consultant, Josh Hancock, tell us about some rides that will cease to exist in the 2018 market. Switching gears, Steven Cole Smith discusses how the changes in NASCAR seem to be impacting the physical attendance of the race. Later, Karl Brauer talks Pebble Beach and the possible impending sale of FCA. Also, Monterey Car Week is upon us and Dennis Collins of Collins Bros. Jeep gives us some juicy details on a few cars he is taking to sell, down at this prestigious event. Join us now!

  • [00:00:00] Catching Up with Alan and Brian Moody
  • [00:06:11] Some Cars are About to Turn Nostalgic
  • [00:12:31] Station Wagons are Becoming Collectables
  • [00:19:52] Nissan Armada is a Hidden Gem of an SUV
  • [00:27:57] What Lies Around the Corner for NASCAR?
  • [00:35:55] Subarus: Adventurous Cars for Under $30k
  • [00:42:15] A Rare ’56 Dual Ghia at Monterey Car Week
  • [00:49:00] Elusive Hunt for One-of-a-Kind, Collector Rides
  • [00:54:46] Pebble Beach is a Car Lover’s Palate Cleanser
  • [01:02:07] Who’s to be the Lucky, Future Partner of FCA?
  • [01:11:13] Time to Say Goodbye to Some Cars We Love
  • [01:18:10] 2018 Will Be the End of the Line for Many Cars

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Read more about the article Automotive Genius at its Finest and Priciest | #296

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Technology, engineering, horsepower, and even insurance rates – everything in the automotive industry is on the rise. We head into this hour chatting with Karl Brauer, Executive Publisher of Kelley Blue Book, who reviews the 2018 Dodge Demon, Durango SRT, and the Challenger TA. Then, automotive journalist for Roadfly.com, Brian Armstead, reviews the 2018 Infiniti Q50S. Next, John Ellis, technology expert of Ellis and Associates, shares information on higher insurance rates for Tesla drivers and discusses how the data generated by our cars may someday be worth more than the cars themselves. Skipping over to some excitement surrounding Monterey Car Week, Gordon McCall, President and CEO of McCall Events, Inc., explains the history behind Gordon McCall’s Motorworks Revival, and the details of another exclusive event, The Quail. We end the hour with automotive journalist for Racer.com, Steven Cole Smith, who reviews the Dodge Demon and the Ford Raptor, and shares his experience at the Formula E races in New York City. Get your engines or motors revving, listen now.

  • [00:00:00] Poppin’ Wheelies and Takin’ Charge
  • [00:06:25] Karl Brauer Drives the 2018 Dodge Demon
  • [00:12:30] Challenger Trans Am: Old School Translation
  • [00:19:51] Infiniti Puts Best Foot Forward with Q50 Red Sport
  • [00:30:08] AAA Announces Higher Insurance for Tesla Drivers
  • [00:35:50] Data Generated Could Potentially Mean Free Cars
  • [00:42:11]  Gordon McCall’s Motorworks Revival
  • [00:48:55] Cars, Planes, and Gourmet Eats
  • [00:54:42] Dodge Demon is Full of Hidden Gems
  • [01:02:03] Ford Raptor is an Unbelievable Truck On or Off-road
  • [01:13:06] Michelin Pickup Design Challenge
  • [01:18:01] Formula E Race on the Streets of New York

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Read more about the article Barrett-Jackson, Hot August Nights, NASCAR, and Apex Motor Club | #292

Barrett-Jackson, Hot August Nights, NASCAR, and Apex Motor Club | #292

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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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Read more about the article Indianapolis 500, 24 Hours of LeMons, Audi R8 V10, and More | #290

Indianapolis 500, 24 Hours of LeMons, Audi R8 V10, and More | #290

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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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