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Read more about the article LIVE from Reno’s Hot August Nights 2017 | #298

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #298

Classy cars cruising the streets every night, live music, autocross, and drag racing – all just a little taste of the eventful week at Hot August Nights in Reno. Dave Kindig of Kindig It Design and Bitchin’ Rides sounds off about his excitement surrounding this premier car event. Dave, along with his Shop Foreman, Kevin “Kevdogg” Schiele, fills us in on their car giveaway, double-stacked trailer, and television show. Then, Hot August Nights Executive Director, Mike Whan, shares some history about this classic event, as well as new things visitors can look forward to! In the second hour, Hot August Nights virgin, John Hotchkis, Jr. of Hotchkis Sport Suspension, discusses how their company is improving classic cars. Tony Marini and Sara Robbins of the Eldorado, Silver Legacy, and Circus Circus resort casinos rave about what they love most about the event. Steve Mank of Conestogo Motors talks about the judging of the Hot August Nights Cup which has a $100,000 prize purse split between the top ten cars. Join us as we heat up the streets of Reno!

  • [00:00:00] Dave Kindig LIVE at Hot August Nights 2017
  • [00:06:00] Bitchin’ Rides Gives Away 1929 Roadster
  • [00:12:30] Hot August Nights is a Car Lovers Superbowl
  • [00:19:53] 18 Years of Kindig It Design Show Cars
  • [00:29:16] $100k in Prizes for Hot August Nights Cup
  • [00:35:57] Kindig Keeps it Humble in the Limelight
  • [00:42:17] Car Guys Just Talkin’ Cars at Hot August Nights
  • [00:48:52] Hotrods, Cruising, Drifting, and Drag Races
  • [00:54:48] Classic Cars, Family Fun, and Nearby Getaways
  • [01:02:09] Steve Mank and the Hot August Nights Cup
  • [01:11:38] In and Around the Car Industry for Years
  • [01:18:12] The Nostalgia of Classic Cars Returns Every Year

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Read more about the article Modern Galmping, Cars of Cuba, and Future Travel Laws | #293

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We begin the hour chatting about the wonderful world of RVing, and BJ Killeen describes her idea of ‘roughing it’. BJ also reviews the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan that is larger than the previous model. Shifting over to something new, Executive Director of Hot August Nights, Mike Whan, tells us all about the event that upwards of 10,000 classic cars will attend. You can look forward to live music, delicious food, cruises, and an autocross track. Next, Karl Brauer, Executive Publisher of Kelley Blue Book, reviews the 2017 Porsche 911 Turbo S. Then, Karl clears up some confusion on a statement Volvo made regarding all-electric vehicles by 2019. Changing gears back to reviews, Brian Moody, Site Editor for Autotrader, raves about the 2017 Subaru Impreza Sport. He then predicts that the possible remodel of the Honda Accord could determine the future of the sedan market. Flying over to our new guest, we talk with Mark Murphy, Founder of Travelpulse.com, about the classic cars he saw on a recent trip to Cuba. Then Mark educates us on new travel laws looming in the near future. We end the hour with a bang; JoshCAR’s Josh Hancock tells us about two car heist movies that are making waves in Hollywood. Tune in now.

  • [00:00:00] The ‘Glamping’ Lifestyle is Here to Stay
  • [00:05:51] Second Generation Volkswagen Tiguan
  • [00:12:32] VW Offers Multiple Trim Packages for Tiguan
  • [00:19:54] Hot August Nights: A Car Lover’s Dream
  • [00:27:22] Mark Your Calendars for Hot August Nights
  • [00:35:55] Karl Brauer Reviews 2017 Porsche 911 Turbo S
  • [00:42:16] Volvo’s Electric Motor Press Release Confuses Buyers
  • [00:49:09] Head-Over-Heels for 2017 Subaru Impreza Sport
  • [00:54:49] New Honda Accord Seals Fate for Sedan Category
  • [01:02:10] Classic Cars Hidden by Cuban Embargo Since 1950s
  • [01:09:46] New Travel Requirements for Electronics on Flights
  • [01:18:10] Two Heist Car Movies Hitting Silver Screen

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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 Live from Hot August Nights | #256

Live from Hot August Nights | #256

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #256

The month is August, the weather is scorching, and we’re in Reno, Nevada. That’s right, it’s Hot August Nights! In fact, it’s the 30th Anniversary of the event. We’re bringing you the action live from 4th and Virginia, alongside Chris Duke, Steven Cole Smith, Rich Barsamian, Steve Mank, and Mike Whan!

 

  • [00:00:00] Those Summer Nights
  • [00:05:13] Viper Races
  • [00:12:29] Boomtown
  • [00:19:41] Five Foot Fa
  • [00:29:58] Taking Over the Town
  • [00:35:44] Clutches and Flywheels
  • [00:42:06] Protecting Hobbyists
  • [00:47:57] The Sound of Pure Performance
  • [00:54:38] Doing your Duty
  • [01:01:50] HAN Cup
  • [01:12:50] Like Father, Like Son
  • [01:17:53] Ingenuity
  • [01:24:14] A Chicken Covered in Whipped Cream
  • [01:29:46] Cops are Car Guys
  • [01:36:47] Executive Director Whan
  • [01:44:08] Calling All Young’uns
  • [01:55:03] Hot Rodders of Tomorrow
  • [02:00:12] Until Next Time

 

 

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