Volvo’s Autonomous Promise, Toyota C-HR, and More | #301

THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #301

We all know that there is a bit of nervousness that comes into any conversation about autonomous cars. The fact is they are here to stay; it’s time to start looking at how to adapt. We chat with automotive journalist BJ Killeen about her recent trip to test Volvo’s newest fleet. Russell Datz, National Media Relations Manager for Volvo Car USA, shares about some large promises they are making to help assure their buyers that they put safety and quality first. Changing lanes, Autoblog Editor-in-Chief, Greg Migliore, fills us in on his experience with Monterey Car Week, his thoughts on the Durango SRT, and addresses the rumor of the Jeep pickup truck. Then, Executive Editor for Autotrader, Brian Moody, tells us about great rides for man’s best friend, and the higher taxes that will come with autonomous cars. We end the hour with George Kennedy, automotive journalist for The Boston Globe, reviewing the new Toyota C-HR, which was originally designed to be a Scion. It’s time you got up to speed, listen now.

  • [00:00:00] BJ Killeen Drives New Volvo Fleet in Colorado
  • [00:06:33] 100% Responsibility for Volvo Autonomous Cars
  • [00:12:30] V90 is Bringing the Love for Wagons Back
  • [00:19:51] The Most Awarded Luxury SUV of the Century
  • [00:28:00] By 2019 All Volvo’s Will Be Somewhat Electrified
  • [00:35:53] Volvo Stands the Test of the Generations
  • [00:42:14] Durango SRT is a Muscle Car of an SUV
  • [00:47:55] Ford Ranger Raptor and Jeep Scrambler?
  • [00:54:45] Top Notch Rides for Man’s Best Friend
  • [01:02:06] Higher Taxes for Self-Driving Cars
  • [01:08:39] Toyota C-HR Has A lot of Bold Style
  • [01:18:07] What Exactly is a LeMons Race?

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2016 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance | #260

THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #260

Join us for a special episode broadcast from Monterey Car Week. Today we’re at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance with notable guests including Jay Leno, Barry Meguiar, Jay Ward, Craig Jackson, Ralph Gilles and more!

 

  • [00:00:00] #TheNext100
  • [00:06:25] Benedict Castle Concours
  • [00:12:57] Collector Car Insurance
  • [00:19:51] Picture Perfect
  • [00:27:47] Elixir Effect
  • [00:35:52] Future of Viper
  • [00:41:11] The Quail
  • [00:47:02] Cars Yeah
  • [00:53:41] Who’s Who
  • [01:01:02] Jay Leno’s Garage
  • [01:06:21] Jay Leno & Barry Meguiar
  • [01:17:03] Pebble Beach Stand Outs
  • [01:22:35] Creating Cars
  • [01:29:08] Uniting Generations
  • [01:33:44] Wrecking Yard Years
  • [01:41:06] Clone Cars
  • [01:51:03] Buying Smart
  • [01:57:08] Signing Off with Barry Meguiar

 

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Live from Concorso Italiano | #258

THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #258

We’re sitting at the Black Horse Golf Course for Concorso Italiano! This episode is focused on the future, and we’re looking at what Uber and Volvo are doing with their self-driving fleet for a taste of what may be in store. We also find out about an amazing and innovative new electric vehicle coming from Electra Meccanica; CEO Jerry Kroll has more. Thanks to Gregg Stebben for filling in while Alan experienced technical issues. Stay tuned next week for more coverage from Pebble Beach!

 

  • [00:00:00] Live on the Green
  • [00:06:17] Volvo XC90
  • [00:12:23] Self-Driving Fleet
  • [00:19:44] High Performance Electric Vehicle
  • [00:27:04] The Solo

 

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