The Unstoppable, Next Level Performance, 2024 BMW M2 | #561
Closing the year with Alan is George Kennedy III - co-founder of Cartender.com and Vice President of the New England Motor Press Association, who contributes to U.S. News & World…
Pick Your Power | #530
Alan welcomes Ed Justice Jr. - Justice Brothers, Inc. President and CEO to start the show as they discuss the future of automobiles. Ed feels that no matter what the…
Made in America, 2023 Chevy Corvette Convertible 70th Anniversary Edition and the Exotic 2023 McClaren Artura brings A Bit of Superiority to the track. | #522
BJ Killeen - Automotive Journalist and Voice of Reason as well as a long-time friend joins Alan to start this episode of "The Drive". The duo shed a little light…
From horse buggies and carriages to the Futuristic and Pure Electric, move over George Jettson, the future is here. | #518
Alan welcomes Josh Hancock - JoshCAR Hollywood Car Consultant as the duo discuss the next step in electric vehicles, synthetic noises! Dodge being a muscle car brand, will those people…
The 2023 Genesis G90 Luxury Sedan sets the mood, as the Bodacious AMG Mercedes E53 Class Cabriolet says it will outrun the sun | #512
Ed Justice Jr. - Justice Brothers, Inc. President and CEO starts the show with Alan and the controversial news of California banning the sale of any internal combustion vehicles by…
2023 Corvette Z06 and the 2023 Kia Sportage, SEMA-Showcasing Chip Foose Collection, Hypertech and Gas Monkey Garage | #481
Alan welcomes contributor BJ Killeen-Automotive Journalist and Voice of Reason. The duo jump right into what's happening at the upcoming SEMA show in Las Vegas. BJ describes SEMA as the,…
Geneva Motor Show, Auto News, Dodge Charger AWD, and Kia Imagine | #362
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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #362
If there’s one thing that the Swiss people are known for, it’s having a lot of money! Which is why it is fitting that the Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS) would showcase some of the wackiest, most outlandish, and of course, ridiculously expensive concept cars on the planet. Reporting from Geneva, Switzerland, so we don’t have to, Autotrader Executive Editor, Brian Moody, fills us in on some of the craziest concept cars he’s witnessed. It isn’t all highfalutin dream-cars in Geneva; the Mazda CX-30, Subaru e-Boxer engine, and Honda e Prototype have much more grounded philosophies in mind. Changing gears, Executive Publisher for Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, Dealer.com, Karl Brauer, gives us his drive review of his new Ford GT (finally!), and discusses electric vehicles and the effects of trade tariffs on the automotive industry. Next, Co-founder of CarTender and Freelance Automotive Journalist for CarGurus, Boston Globe, U.S. News and World Report, George Kennedy III, makes a case for electric cars and showers praise upon the 2019 Dodge Charger SXT AWD. Closing the show, automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, offers her opinion about some of the strange (and amazing) designs at the Geneva Motor Show. While the Hispano Suiza Carmen and Engler F.F. Super Quad may be goofier looking than Donald Duck’s best buddy, cars like the Bugatti La Voiture Noire and Kia Imagine are inspired and beautiful.
- [00:00:00] Lancia Stratos and GFG Style Kangaroo
- [00:06:27] Mazda CX30 and Honda e Prototype
- [00:12:32] Subaru e-Boxer and Electric Vehicles
- [00:19:53] Electric Vehicles Just Need Good Range
- [00:28:24] Finally Behind the Wheel of the Ford GT
- [00:35:54] Tariffs Causing a Ripple Effect
- [00:42:15] Appeal of Formula E and EVs
- [00:48:28] Electric Cars: Novelty or the Future?
- [00:54:45] 2019 Dodge Charger All-Wheel Drive
- [01:02:06] Horrible Designs from Geneva Motor Show
- [01:12:39] La Voiture Noire and Mini Cooper Hybrid
- [01:18:07] Kia Imagine and VW I.D. Buggy Concepts
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Porsche, NAIAS, EVs, Ford GT Fiasco, NACTOY, Cadillac, and Tesla | #357
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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #357
As January turns to February, the industry is awash with news, scandals, and car companies struggling to stake out their place. Starting off the show, Kelley Blue Book Director of Industry Insights, Michael Harley, fills us in on his recent test drives of the new 2020 Porsche 911 and 2020 Porsche Panamera. We also tackle Porsche’s foray into the electric vehicle (EV) with the renamed Porsche Taycan (previously ‘Mission E’), and Michael shares a couple of wacky experiences he had riding in autonomous cars. Next, while we may have missed the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, MI, Autorader Executive Editor, Brian Moody, remained faithful and is here to give us some highlights from the show. Also, Brian questions whether all of these automakers that are pumping out three-row SUVs will be faced with a rude awakening when consumer price fatigue sets in. Changing gears, Executive Publisher for Kelley Blue Book, Autorader, and Dealer.com, Karl Brauer, discusses the Ford GT resale scandal and his new 2019 Ford GT (which went straight from the delivery truck to the detail shop). Then, Automotive Expert, “The Car Coach”, and President of North American Car of the Year (NACTOY) Awards, Lauren Fix, shares the winners of the Car, Truck, and Utility vehicle categories, which were revealed at NAIAS recently. Lauren also gives a preview of what’s in store at the Chicago Auto Show as Alan blows her mind with statistics from Barrett-Jackson’s most recent Scottsdale auction. Closing the show, automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, discusses Cadillac’s decision to focus on electric vehicles, Elon Musk and Tesla’s shaky public perception, Lincoln’s amazing concierge services, and Carlos Ghosn’s Japanese imprisonment. Tune in for the latest automotive insights.
- [00:00:00] Porsche Finally Gets the Panamera Right
- [00:06:18] Next Generation of the Porsche 911
- [00:12:30] Porsche Taycan, EVs, and Autonomy
- [00:19:51] Toyota Supra: The Buzz of NAIAS
- [00:28:55] Three-Row SUVs and Buyer Price Fatigue
- [00:35:52] Look Out for Kia Telluride and Mazda3
- [00:42:12] Karl’s Ford GT: Delivered but not Driven
- [00:48:08] Ford GT Resale Embargo Fiasco
- [00:54:43] NACTOY Awards and EV Tax Credit Slash
- [01:02:04] Chicago Auto Show and Barrett-Jackson
- [01:07:40] Cadillac Goes EV, Tesla Looking Shaky
- [01:18:05] Lincoln’s Concierge, and Ghosn’s Woes
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Craftsman Launch, Fisker Inc., Motorz Project, and Monterey Car Week | #341
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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | #341
Monterey Car Week is fast approaching and promises to bring us the sexiest, classiest, hottest cars of the year in a slew of amazing events. First, Hollywood Car Consultant, Josh Hancock of JoshCAR, is working on the upcoming Quentin Tarantino film starring Brad Pitt and Leonardo DiCaprio, “Once Upon A Time In Hollywood.” Allegedly, production crews shut down seven blocks of Hollywood Boulevard for five days for a practical effect film shoot for the movie. Josh reveals his favorite part of Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance – the classics! Also, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is an impressive, relatively inexpensive luxury SUV, but Josh thinks most of what is found in this machine could be accomplished in a sedan. Then, Motorz TV host, Chris Duke, shares his experiences at the Craftsman Launch event, including finally meeting Chip Foose, racing go-karts against Ryan Preece, Erik Jones, Richie Crampton, and Wayne Carini. Switching gears, Chris Duke lets us know about his new project for Motorz TV – a Chevrolet C10. Next, Fisker Inc. Chairman and CEO, Henrik Fisker, divulges what he can about the projects he’s working on. While most details are still under wraps, we glean details about the new all-electric shuttle, Fisker’s new high-volume, affordable electric vehicle, and partnerships he has in the works. To close the show, Kelley Blue Book’s Executive Publisher, Karl Brauer, discusses what most excites him about Monterey Car Week, including Ford’s announcement of their next heritage model and $40-50+ million Ferrari 250 GTO. Changing lanes, Karl Brauer explains how Kelley Blue Book can provide such accurate values on cars of all makes and models using data that they pull from public auction results, dealer auctions, dealer-to-individual sales, and the information provided to them by Cox Automotive Group. Karl also got to drive the 2018 McLaren 720S and was blown away by how well they were able to balance performance with comfort – no car can do both as well as the McLaren 720S. Are you ready for Monterey Car Week?
- [00:00:00] Once Upon A Time
- [00:06:25] 2018 Mercedes GLE SUV
- [00:12:31] Craftsman Launch Event
- [00:19:52] Go-Kart Races at Craftsman Launch
- [00:28:26] Go-Kart Workout and New Craftsman Tools
- [00:35:53] New Motorz Project: Chevrolet C10
- [00:42:14] Catching Up With Fisker
- [00:48:36] Solid State EV Future
- [00:54:45] Part Sharing Is Caring
- [01:02:06] Fisker Appreciation and Musk Woes
- [01:10:43] Monterey Car Week On the Horizon
- [01:18:07] 2018 McLaren 720S
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Automotive Industry Impressing Consumers One Car at a Time | #306
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We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – they don’t really make a bad car nowadays. Technology has changed the way we look at our cars, and manufacturers are stepping up to the plate. We begin the hour chatting with Karl Brauer, Executive Publisher for Kelley Blue Book, who gushes over his test drive of the Lexus LC 500, describes the North American Car of the Year judging, and raves about the beautifully redesigned Toyota Camry. Then, we hit the track with Ed Justice, Jr., President and CEO of Justice Brothers, Inc., who updates us on the IMSA races, shares his opinion on Formula E racing, and voices his thoughts on the future of mobility. Next, Alan gives us an overview on what we can look forward to at the Las Vegas Barrett-Jackson, which will include a slew of charity cars. After that, automotive journalist BJ Killeen fills us in on the Hyundai Shopper Assurance program, and gives us an inside look at being an automotive journalist. Then, we discuss modern vehicle technology and the ease (or difficulty) of infotainment interfaces with Kristin Kolodge, Executive Director of Driver Interaction and Human Machine Interface for J.D. Power. Last but certainly not least, Dennis Collins, Owner of Collins Bros. Jeep, describes an exciting collection of British Sports Cars he recently discovered in an abandoned barn, and the trucks he will be auctioning off at Barrett-Jackson in Las Vegas this week. Stay ahead of the curve. Listen now.
- [00:00:00] 2018 Lexus LC 500: An Escaped Concept
- [00:05:58] Redesigned Toyota Camry Emits Emotion
- [00:12:30] Cars that are Making a Splash this Year
- [00:19:53] Big Things Changing in the Racing World
- [00:29:18] Motor Vehicles Have Changed Our Lives
- [00:35:57] Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas is Almost Here
- [00:42:17] Hyundai Shopper Assurance for Quick Buys
- [00:48:27] Streamline Your Purchase with Hyundai
- [00:54:49] Tesla Has Trouble Delivering Model 3
- [01:02:11] Vehicle Technology and Consumers
- [01:10:59] Trucks for Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas
- [01:18:13] Dennis Collins’ Exciting Rare Barn Find