The 2023 Genesis G90 Luxury Sedan sets the mood, as the Bodacious AMG Mercedes E53 Class Cabriolet says it will outrun the sun | #512

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News from Barrett-Jackson and NAIAS | #319

THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #319

It’s been a wild month for Alan, and we catch up with him after his recent trip to Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale and the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). We begin the hour with Hollywood car consultant, Josh Hancock, who chats about the auto shows, new cars that will be making their way to the big screen this year, and the mighty Dodge Demon. Next, Steven Cole Smith discusses changes happening in the ever-evolving world of NASCAR. Then, we shift gears and talk car shows with BJ Killeen who offers her thoughts on NAIAS and the North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year (NACTOY). We end the show with MMC Detroit’s David Wise who shares detailed information about the importance of ‘numbers matching’ vehicles. Tune in now.

  • [00:00:00] Motor Trend Live Stage
  • [00:06:33] Ford GT Sold for $2.5 Million
  • [00:12:30] Over $100-million to Charity
  • [00:19:53] Hyundai’s Feature in Ant-Man
  • [00:28:34] Dodge Demon Gets Attention
  • [00:35:55] Small, Affordable Pick-Up Truck
  • [00:42:15] NAIAS Has Changed
  • [00:48:47] NACTOY and Honda Accord
  • [00:54:46] Dodge Revamps Old Platform
  • [01:02:08] Pealing Back the VIN Onion
  • [01:11:34] ‘Numbers Matching’ Goes Way Back
  • [01:18:10] A Million Dollar Difference

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Car Reviews, Hollywood Rides, and Safety Features | #291

THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #291

Alan is back from a trip to Spain and he’s ready to talk cars. Autotrader’s Brian Moody was Alan’s test drive co-pilot across the sea, and they review the 2017 Volvo XC60. Brian also talks about the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe, HomeLink tech, and the future of autonomous vehicles. Josh Hancock talks Cars III and addresses some car rumors floating around Hollywood. Tim Clyde tells about how Katzkin Leather, Inc. can refresh any car interior from the mid-late 90s on up. Tony Gaunter of Global Transportation Services discuses Ford’s new leadership and why he believes Mark Fields was replaced. BJ Killeen reviews the 2017 Volvo S60 Polestar. And last but not least, we chat with Karl Brauer of Kelley Blue Book about his visit to the Honda research and development facility. Karl also tells us his thoughts on software companies taking over the automotive industry. Listen now.

  • [00:00:00] Volvo XC60 Beckons Raving Fans
  • [00:06:49] Is the Chevrolet Tahoe the Perfect Car?
  • [00:12:31] Does Technology Come with the Price?
  •  [00:19:52] Automakers Debut Cars in Movies
  • [00:29:11] Famous Cars’ Auction Prices Rise
  • [00:35:53] A Tasty Bite of  Business & Burgers
  • [00:42:14] Lingenfelter Chevrolet Silverado Facelift
  • [00:48:19] Specialty Interior with Katzkin Leather
  • [00:54:46] Stocks Fall After Ford Loses Mark Fields
  • [01:02:07] BJ Killeen Reviews Volvo S60 Polestar
  • [01:11:28] Honda’s Turbocharged Small Engines
  • [01:18:09] Technology is Taking the Wheel

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