GM Strike, Kia Stinger, Subaru Ascent, Car Review Palooza

We like to give Elon Musk and Tesla a hard time on this show, but when a car is good, it’s good! Executive Publisher of Kelley Blue Book, Autotrader, and Dealer.com, Karl Brauer, got a chance to drive the Tesla Model 3 and was wow’d to say the least. Also, we uncover the mystery behind Tesla’s naming scheme, chat about the Ford GT’s rain-driving viability (as compared to the Dodge Demon), and learn about the Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards. Next up, Automotive Journalist, BJ Killeen, gives us her updated review of the Kia Stinger GT, and fills us in on the two-week GM worker strike. Changing lanes, Freelance Automotive Journalist for CarGurus, Boston Globe, U.S. News & World Report, George Kennedy III, reviews the spacious 2020 Toyota Sienna minivan, and the feature-rich, functional Subaru Ascent 7-8 passenger SUV. Closing out the show, Autoblog Editor-in-Chief, Greg Migliore, discusses some high dollar cars: the AMG GT 63 S 4-door Coupe, and the Audi e-tron. Tune in to get more information on these amazing vehicles and reviews.

·[00:00:00] Karl Brauer Wowed by the Tesla Model 3
·[00:05:58] The Tesla Model 3 is… S 3 X Y!
·[00:12:32] To Drive or Not to Drive in the Rain
·[00:19:53] Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards
·[00:25:19] Kia Stinger Rated Best Bang Per Buck
·[00:35:54] Ongoing GM Strike Enters Weeks Two
·[00:42:15] 2020 Toyota Sienna Has Most Cargo Space
·[00:48:23] Toyota’s Pragmatic Approach to Updating
·[00:54:46] Subaru Ascent Designed for Function
·[01:02:07] AMG GT 63 S 4-door Coupe is a Riot
·[01:10:16] Wrapping Up AMG GT 63 S / Audi e-tron
·[01:18:09] Audi e-tron Is A Very Livable SUV

Explore More with Helpful Links:

·Contributor: Karl Brauer | Executive Publisher, Autotrader/ Kelley Blue Book/ Dealer.com

·Contributor: BJ Killeen | Automotive Journalist

·Contributor: George Kennedy III | Co-founder, Cartender | Freelance Automotive Journalist, CarGurus/ Boston Globe/ U.S. News & World Report

·Special Guest: Greg Migliore | Editor-in-Chief, Autoblog

Credits

Host: Alan Taylor
Producer: Dave Milligan
Audio Engineer: Dave Milligan
Copy Editor: Cody Castleberry
Contributor: Karl Brauer
Contributor: BJ Killeen
Contributor: George Kennedy III
Special Guest: Greg Migliore

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