Best of Show featuring The Life of Enzo Ferrari & The All New Ford Bronco | #447
Periodically, a person is born who perseveres through the thick and thin to do great things. We pay homage to one such man with our first guest, industry veteran and…
The Life of Enzo Ferrari, Richard Rawlings, and Auto News with BJ Killeen | #361
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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #361
Periodically, a person is born who perseveres through the thick and thin to do great things. We pay homage to one such man with our first guest, industry veteran and author of “Enzo Ferrari: Power, Politics and the Making of an Automobile Empire”, Luca Dal Monte. Enzo’s life was a rollercoaster ride, from his involvement in World War 1, to the death of his first born son, to the founding of Scuderia Ferrari, and eventual creation of one of the most iconic brand of cars the world has ever known. Shifting gears, we chat with serial entrepreneur and star of Fast N’ Loud and Garage Rehab, Richard Rawlings, about the new season of Garage Rehab and upcoming season of Fast N’ Loud. Also, hear about Richard’s planned reveal of a 1972 Boattail Riviera at the SEMA Show 2019, thoughts on the new Chevrolet Blazer and Ford Bronco, wayward Ferrari F40, and other upcoming events. Closing the show, automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, updates us on the financial woes of Elon Musk and Tesla, Carlos Ghosn situation in Japanese prison, and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recent pedestrian safety test results in which the 2019 BMW X1 didn’t fare so well. Tune in for more on Enzo Ferrari, Garage Rehab, Fast N’ Loud, and the latest automotive news.
- [00:00:00] Luca Dal Monte’s “Enzo Ferrari”
- [00:05:56] A Life of Triumph and Tragedy
- [00:12:31] Enzo Ferrari’s 1920s Nervous Breakdown
- [00:19:52] From Failure to the Birth of Ferrari
- [00:28:30] Racing Priority and Ferrari’s Second Son
- [00:35:53] A Life in Search of True Love
- [00:42:13] Garage Rehab, Fast N’ Loud, Ford Bronco
- [00:48:09] Social Media and Upcoming Projects
- [00:54:44] Boattail Riviera and Ferrari F40
- [01:02:04] Elon Musk Financial Problems?
- [01:10:45] The Carlos Ghosn Saga Continues
- [01:18:05] BMW X1 Fails IIHS Safety Test!?
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Hellcrate Jeep Wrangler at SEMA, V8s, Kia Forte, and Burt Reynolds | #348
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Sometimes the fact that an engine is powerful isn’t enough. You want to feel its strength and hear its roar! That’s why Alan loves a great V8 block. As the 2018 SEMA Show draws nearer, Owner of Collins Bros Jeep, Dennis Collins, shares how he’s upping the ante on 6.4L Hemi Jeep Wrangler JL builds with a 707 hp V8 Hellcat engine. We also hear about some amazing new finds that Dennis has uncovered with his ‘Classics Wanted Dead or Alive’ initiative. Next, Autotrader Executive Editor, Brian Moody, discusses some amazing V8 powered cars for under $30,000, and explains why buying certified pre-owned is usually a much better deal than buying new, thanks to value depreciation. Then, automotive journalist BJ Killeen plays devils advocate for V6 engines like the 3.5L Ford EcoBoost, and gives her review of the 2019 Kia Forte. Switching gears, we take time to remember the amazing life, work, and legacy of Burt Reynolds and the cars he owned, with Restore A Muscle Car Owner/Operator, Dave Hall. Lastly, we close out the show with an interview from two years ago with Burt Reynolds. Rest in peace, Burt, you are missed.
- [00:00:00] Hellcrate Jeep JL at SEMA
- [00:06:01] Wanted Dead or Alive Part 2
- [00:12:30] Vehicle Value Depreciatio
- [00:19:52] Nothing Beats the Growl of a V8
- [00:29:43] Subaru Does Technology Right
- [00:35:53] Buy Certified Pre-Owned Trucks!
- [00:42:13] V8 Engines: Dinosaurs or Not?
- [00:48:33] Volvo V60 – New Age of Station Wagons
- [00:54:44] 2019 Kia Forte is an Amazing Deal
- [01:02:05] Burt Reynolds’ Cars at Barrett-Jackson
- [01:10:46] Remembering Burt Reynolds
- [01:18:06] Our Last Words with Burt Reynolds
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‘Wheeler Dealers’, NASCAR, Chevrolet Silverado, and Brembo | #346
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We’ve got another fun-filled week of THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor featuring Mike Brewer and Ant Anstead from ‘Wheeler Dealers‘, Steven Cole Smith, and Dan Sandberg of Brembo Brakes. First off, ‘Wheeler Dealers’ co-hosts, Mike Brewer and Ant Anstead, fill us in on details for the 16th season of the show. With 27 episodes and a slew of new cars including a Volvo 850 T5R, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 L, Lotus Elan M100, and 2004 Dodge RAM SRT-10, this season promises to be one of their most diverse yet. Then, automotive journalist, Steven Cole Smith, keeps us in the loop with rallycross and NASCAR news. Steven also details his off-road trek through the east coast countryside in the beefy Chevrolet Silverado; this truck is a heavy, yet surprisingly agile beast. Also, after a recent tour of the Brembo facility in Italy, Steven sings praises of the number one most trusted brake company in the world. Lastly, Brembo President and CEO, Dan Sandberg, tells us about their new brake system to be unveiled at the upcoming SEMA show. Plus, we find out about Brembo’s involvement in the electric car industry, and their two new North American iron foundries. Stay up to date with the automotive industry!
- [00:00:00] ‘Wheeler Dealers’ on their 16th Season!
- [00:05:49] Culture Shock and Special Cars
- [00:12:30] Chevrolet Silverado Off-Road Test Drive
- [00:19:51] IMG to Save Rallycross?
- [00:28:29] NASCAR Update and Brembo Factory Tour
- [00:35:51] Highly Classified Brembo Update
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Rideshare, Hybrids and Electrics, Flood Damage, Tailgating, and Upcoming Events | #345
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Autotrader Executive Editor, Brian Moody, brings us the latest advice and reviews from the site to keep us in the automotive loop, on this episode of The DRIVE with Alan Taylor. First off, Alan reflects on his stellar experience with the rideshare services Lyft and Uber while in New York City. Then, we discuss Autotrader’s 10 Great Hybrids and EVs for 2018, from the Chevrolet Bolt to the Chrysler Pacifica. While electric vehicles are making much-needed progress in range, nothing beats the flexibility of a hybrid car’s ability to transition between battery and gas power. Also, Brian and Alan remind us to beware of flood damaged cars in light of the recent east coast Hurricane Florence disaster. Remember, just because these cars were damaged on the east coast, doesn’t mean you won’t find them popping up in dealerships on the west coast or anywhere in between. Next, we compare 7 Outstanding Vehicles for Tailgating and some of our selections might surprise you, but the 2019 GMC Sierra was almost a foregone conclusion. Shifting gears, Alan lets us know what events we can expect to see him at, like Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas 2018, the 2018 SEMA Show, CES 2019, and Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2019. We wrap up the show with Alan’s thoughts on the power of the 2019 Infinti QX50 Essential FWD. Keep up with The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions at Barrett-Jackson.com.
- [00:00:00] Rideshare Does It Right
- [00:06:52] 10 Great Hybrids and EVs for 2018
- [00:12:30] Does Hybrid Flexibility Trump EV?
- [00:19:51] Beware of Flood Damaged Cars
- [00:27:33] 7 Vehicles for the Tailgating Crowd
- [00:35:52] Upcoming Events and the Infiniti QX50
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Live from the Craftsman Garage Pt. 3 | #312
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The Craftsman Garage was such a blast at the 2017 SEMA Show, and we just can’t get enough of these great interviews. We begin the hour with Dave Kindig, Host of Bitchin’ Rides, and Steve Mank, Owner of Conestogo Motors. They fill us in on their Craftsman tool stories and share their involvement in this year’s SEMA Show. Next, we chat with Casey Currie of Currie Racing, about King of the Hammers and the Currie Enterprises booth at the show. Up next, Chris Duke of Motorz TV chats with us about his search for the perfect new project car for the upcoming season of Motorz. Changing gears, we talk with Chris Stephens of Garage Rehab and Stacey David of Stacey David’s GearZ, who share stories about their shows and the car part hoarding mentality that gearheads can have. Then we chat with Teppy Wigington and Spike Magnuson of Line-X who tell us about their latest, thinner spray lining made for lining the entire body of your car. Last up, Matt Thomas of eBay Motors discusses a ’67 Mustang Fastback they built with Rutledge Wood that they auctioned off to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund. This show is packed full of celebrity car guys that are just waiting to share their excitement over SEMA and the future. Join us now.
- [00:00:00] Dave Kindig’s Dangerous Craftsman Tool Grab
- [00:05:10] Kindig-It Designs Rides at 2017 SEMA Show
- [00:12:30] Currie Racing and King of the Hammers
- [00:19:53] Searching for the Perfect Project Vehicle
- [00:24:33] Garage Rehab Helps Car Part Hoarders
- [00:35:56] Line-X is Not Just a Bedliner Anymore
- [00:42:16] eBay Motors Makes Buying Parts Easy
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“Live on Stage” Shell Interviews from SEMA 2017 Pt. 3 | #313
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It was such a pleasure to interview some of the heads of the automotive aftermarket industry at the Shell Pioneering Performance “Live on Stage” Experience. We begin this episode with the Chairman of the Board for SEMA, Wade Kawasaki, who shares that this was the biggest show yet. He discusses SEMA’s focus as they selected vendors for this epic event. Then, we hit the stage with Hagerty Classic Cars’ Vice President of Content, Larry Webster, who explains their classic car insurance and web series Barn Find Hunter. Next, Amy Jo Osborn, President of the Austin Hatcher Foundation, reports updates on the work they are doing with the help of charities from the automotive industry to assist the children and families affected by pediatric cancer. We end the hour with some insight from Alan about entrepreneurship in the automotive industry. Don’t miss our last set of interviews from the Shell Pavilion. Listen now.
- [00:00:00] Biggest and Busiest SEMA Show Yet
- [00:06:29] SEMA: Work from Behind-the-Scenes
- [00:12:30] Video Series from Hagerty Classic Cars
- [00:19:53] Insuring Over 1-Milling Classic Autos
- [00:26:22] Automotive Hobby Enriches Lives
- [00:35:54] Automotive Industry Built by Entrepreneurs
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“Live on Stage” Shell Interviews from SEMA 2017 Pt. 2 | #311
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More interviews from the Shell Pioneering Performance “Live on Stage” Experience are here, and our special guests catch us up to speed. We begin the show with Dan Sandberg, President of Brembo North America, and Matt Edmonds, Chief Marketing Officer of Tire Rack, who chat with us about the evolution of online tire orders, and aftermarket manufacturers’ dedication to the constant improvement of their products. Next up, Kevin Tully and Chad Hill of Hot Rod Chassis & Cycle tell us about their newest project at SEMA. Then, with a possible new show called Torture Test on the horizon, Rich Christensen tells us what we can look forward to from him. We then discuss the importance of being an authentic car guy with Rich and Dennis Pittsenbarger. Switching lanes, Bob Attrell of Quaker State and Hyundai Motorsports sounds off about the success of their racing team, and brand loyalty in Canada. After that, we talk Mustangs with Gary Patterson of Shelby American, and Jim Marietta of The Original Venice Crew. Last, we hear from David Borla of Borla Performance, Bodie Stroud of Bodie Stroud Industries, Dan Sandberg, and John Waraniak of SEMA about how technology is taking a bigger role in the automotive industry. The future of aftermarket has evolved. Learn more now.
- [00:00:00] Quality Tires Shipped to Your Door
- [00:07:37] Aftermarket and OEM Industries Blur
- [00:12:31] Beautiful Machines Via Hot Rod Chassis & Cycle
- [00:19:53] Will Torture Test Catch Your Attention?
- [00:30:22] Keeping the Automotive Industry Authentic
- [00:35:55] Technology Has Enabled Amazing Cars
- [00:42:15] The Original Venice Crew Comeback
- [00:48:03] Carroll Shelby’s Passion Lives On
- [00:54:46] Shelby’s Favorite Car: The Next One
- [01:02:09] Automotive Aftermarket Personalization
- [01:08:01] Borla Exhausts, Pipe Organs, and Brembo Brakes
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Live from the Craftsman Garage at the 2017 SEMA Show Pt. 2 | #310
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We are back with interviews from the 2017 SEMA Show that we will be rolling out over the next few weeks. First up, live from the Craftsman Garage, we chat with the CEO of Barrett-Jackson, Craig Jackson, about the charity cars they had at the last auction in Las Vegas. Next, Troy Trepanier of Rad Rides by Troy shares his history with SEMA, Bonneville racing, and his friendship with Chip Foose. Then, Hollywood Car Consultant, Josh Hancock, jumps on the mic with legendary builder Steve Saleen. Steve talks with us about the Saleen rides at SEMA, and some exciting business news from China. Russell Holmes of Garage Rehab discusses his role on the show and sounds off about some of the craziest garages that the crew has been to. Switching lanes, Stacey David of GearZ shares all about his past as a musician, his recent children’s book, and touches on his show. Rutledge Wood, NASCAR personality, explains a charity build he is doing with eBay Motors and a new show on the horizon for him. Ray Evernham, host of AmeriCarna, tells us about his role in the making of the movie Cars 3 and about the friendly, family rivalry between him and his wife, who is also a professional driver. Last up, we hit the backroads of our imagination with the crew from Dirt Every Day, who tell us about the wild 4x4s they have hit the mud with. Fill up on our stars’ personal Craftsman tool stories that helped them build their dreams.
- [00:00:00] Charity Cars From Barrett-Jackson
- [00:04:59] Star-Studded Rides Adorn Auction Block
- [00:12:30] Rad Rides by Troy and Bonneville Racing
- [00:19:53] Marvelous Memories of Meeting Steve Saleen
- [00:24:41] Prediction for the Future of the Automobile
- [00:35:52] The Garage Rehab Project Manager
- [00:42:13] From Musician to Wrenching on GearZ
- [00:47:28] WWII and the Dodge Power Wagon
- [00:54:44] Building for Kids with eBay Motors
- [01:02:07] Ray Evernham: Not Just a Voice in Cars 3
- [01:12:49] Induction into the NASCAR Hall of Fame
- [01:18:09] Off-Road Action on Dirt Every Day
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LIVE from Craftsman Garage at the 2017 SEMA Show: Pt. 1 | #308
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The Las Vegas Convention Center was bustling with automotive enthusiasts for the 2017 SEMA Show. We got the chance to catch up with some of the car celebrities from Discovery and Velocity LIVE at the Craftsman Garage. Fast N’ Loud’’s Richard Rawlings and Dennis Collins swung by to let us know what wild and crazy things they are up to. Then, we chat with Mike Finnegan of Roadkill who details how the show got started. Shifting gears, we talk with the Diesel Brothers and hear about their roles within the shop and a little about family life. Rich Christensen, former host of Pinks, tells us about some of the new projects he is working on. After that, professional hot rod builder Bodie Stroud jumps on the mic to share about BS Industries (BSI), Bleu Stroud’s singing career, and rides he’s working on for a few celebrities. Up next, the crew from Iron Resurrection and Martin Bros. Customs lists off the sweet rigs they are bringing to life. We end the hour with laughs from the guys of Wheeler Dealers, Mike Brewer and Ant Anstead, and even get a surprise visit from Bill Goldberg. Listen in for more from the Craftsman Garage.
- [00:00:00] Jeeps, Gas Monkey Garage, & Garage Rehab
- [00:09:49] Learn from Richard Rawlings and Dennis Collins
- [00:12:31] Roadkill Now on Discovery with More Episodes
- [00:19:54] Diesel Brothers: Real Builds in Real Time
- [00:28:11] Rich Christensen Searches for Fastest Human
- [00:35:56] Torture Test Brings New Meaning to Hot Lapping
- [00:42:16] Bodie Stroud in the Craftsman Garage
- [00:48:07] Tools of the Trade for Future Generations
- [00:54:47] Iron Resurrection Brings a Lifetime of Passion
- [01:02:10] New Co-Host for Wheeler Dealers
- [01:10:47] Cars from All Over the World for Wheeler Dealers
- [01:18:12] Making Wheeler Dealers Feel As It Always Has