Ford Mustang Mach-E SUV, Ford F-150 Lightning, and Acura TLX Type S | #464
Pump Your Brakes! We got a showstopper this week as Alan welcomes Dan Sandberg - President and CEO of Brembo Brakes North America. Dan shares how Brembo and Ford are…
14th Generation, Tougher Than Ever, Ford F-150 Hybrid, Infiniti QX55 Crossover Coupe | #458
Alan is joined by Josh Hancock - JoshCAR Hollywood Car Consultant, as they talk about Volvo and its transformation to be electric by 2030. The continue on about synthetic fuel…
Best of Show featuring Super Bowl Ads, Volvo, Brembo, Jeep & Hyundai | #442
From Super Bowl LIII ads to a good old fashioned set of brakes, we’ve got automotive news galore in this week's episode. First up, we chat with automotive journalist, BJ…
Battle of the Builders, Golf R, McLaren, Genesis GV80 | #440
Jumping right in, BJ Killeen, Automotive Journalist & Voice of Reason, dishes about SEMA 360 and the online Battle of the Builders competition this year. BJ and Alan discuss Carlos Ghosn…
Automotive Super Bowl Ads, Volvo S90, Brembo, and Motorsports | #358
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From Super Bowl LIII ads to a good old fashioned set of brakes, we’ve got automotive news galore in this week’s episode. First up, we chat with automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, about her favorite Super Bowl LIII commercials, the Chicago Auto Show, and import vehicles. Changing lanes, Co-founder of CarTender and Freelance Automotive Journalist for CarGurus, Boston Globe, U.S. News & World Report, George Kennedy III, discusses the willful ‘sports ball’ ignorance, the Super Bowl LIII halftime show, winter vehicles, and the exceptional work being done by Jeep and Hyundai. Then, Hollywood Car Consultant, Josh Hancock, gives us an insider’s look into the film industry, confirming a new entry into the Ghostbusters franchise, and getting us pumped up for Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs and Shaw. Also, Josh reviews his test drive of the fresh 2019 Volvo S90 sedan; it’s the epitome of luxury. Closing the show, we explore the decline in popularity of paper publications, the amazing story (and brakes) of Brembo, and motorsports news with freelance automotive journalist, Steven Cole Smith. Don’t let this weeks automotive news pass you by.
- [00:00:00] Amazing Age of Automotive Technology
- [00:05:30] Our Favorite Super Bowl Commercials
- [00:12:30] Chicago Auto Show and Import Vehicles
- [00:19:51] Willful Ignorance of the Sports Ball
- [00:28:30] Halftime and Subaru’s Winter Vehicles
- [00:35:51] Jeep and Hyundai, Dressed to Impress
- [00:42:12] Volvo Steps It Up in Luxury Segment
- [00:48:31] Volvo S90: Only One Engine Option?
- [00:54:43] “Hobbs and Shaw” and “Ghostbusters”
- [01:02:04] The Plight of Paper Publications
- [01:10:53] Brembo, The Only Brakes You’ll Care About
- [01:18:05] Upcoming Races Update
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Automotive and Tech Worlds Collide at CES 2019 | #356
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Industry experts weigh in on the ever-blending automotive and technology worlds from the floor of CES 2019. First up, Ford Motor Company Executive Director of Connected Vehicle and Services, Don Butler, describes how C-V2X, the next big tech upgrade in their vehicles, can save and improve the lives of drivers and pedestrians everywhere. Shifting gears, What3Words CMO, Giles Rhys Jones, fills us in on the progress they’ve made since we last spoke with them – they are now integrated into Mercedes-Benz vehicles! Then, we chat with Lume Cube, Inc. President and CEO, Mike Bieker, about their compact, on-the-go light source made with content creators and auto enthusiasts in mind, the AIR VC. Next, Trucks.com Adventure Editor, Rick Stella, has seen a lot of exciting technology revealed at CES, but as an outdoor guy, What3Words really hits the sweet spot for him. Changing lanes, CTA Senior Director of Event Communications, Sarah Brown, explains why auto shows and CES can co-exist; auto shows show what OEMs have available now or coming down the pike, while CES is a window to a more distant future. Adding to the conversation, Automotive and Motorcycle Industry Insider for Fox News Channel, Mike Caudill, describes why CES is an amazing event for the automotive industry. After that, President & CEO of Brembo Brakes North America, Dan Sandberg, gushes about the tech that has him excited and shares what a brake company like Brembo hopes to accomplish at CES 2019. Then, National Inventors Hall of Fame VP of Museums & Engineering, Vince Greczanik, and Chief Strategic Officer, Hannah Paulin, celebrate 50 years of automotive innovation with a custom split-model Ford Mustang and teach adults and children about the importance of patents and intellectual property. We catch up with Dave Buchko who is now the Product Communications Manager for BYTON, a revolutionary new electric vehicle company set to give Tesla a run for their money. Closing the show, automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, gives us a lightning round of interesting tech innovations she witnessed at the Consumer Electronics Show, including Bell’s new Nexus air taxi. Learn more about the melding of automotive and tech industries at CES 2019.
- [00:00:00] Ford and the Future of C-V2X Technology
- [00:06:43] What3Words Now in Mercedes-Benz Cars!
- [00:12:31] Lume Cube AIR VC Lights Up Your Content
- [00:19:52] Rick Stella Loves What3Words
- [00:29:15] Automotive Tech Trends at CES 2019
- [00:35:52] Auto Shows vs Consumer Electronics Show
- [00:42:13] Brembo Keeps Up on Tech at CES
- [00:48:26] Regenerative Braking and BYTON
- [00:54:43] Big Data is Big Business
- [01:02:04] NIHF Brings Split Mustang to CES
- [01:07:58] BYTON Launches 39 Months after Founding
- [01:18:05] BJ Killeen’s CES 2019 Whirlwind Round
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The Shell Pioneering Performance Stage at SEMA 2018, Part 2 | #354
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The action from the Shell Pioneering Performance Stage is back for our final episode of coverage from SEMA 2018. Among those affected by the string of hurricanes these past few years was legendary designer and CEO of Hennessey Performance, John Hennessey. That’s why he’s very appreciative of Nissan’s Paws One Titan XD, as well as his Shell and Pennzoil extended family that helped him through the crisis of Hurricane Harvey. We also learn more about the Hennessey Venom F5, which is set to break the 300 mph production car barrier. Next up, Brembo North America President and CEO, Dan Sandberg, shares how they’re using the power of artificial intelligence (A.I.) to design the toughest brakes in the industry. Then, Dan is joined by Automotive Journalists, Nik Miles, and Automotive/Motorcycle Industry Insider Mike Caudill, from Our Auto Expert to discuss the Nissan Paws One Titan XD and Nexen Tire’s ‘American Muscle for American Heroes’ initiative. Changing lanes, eBay Motors Parts and Accessories Senior Director, Jordan Hettinga, gives us some astounding stats about the presence of eBay motors, including a catalog of 80 million car parts. Shifting gears, Owner of the 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback (Bullitt – ‘559), Sean Kiernan, Historic Vehicle Association (HVA) President, Mark Gessler, and “Barn Find Hunter” Host, Tom Cotter, chronicle the unique history of Steve McQueen’s legendary film-car. Tom also issues a warning: rust never sleeps, so keep your vehicles out of the weather! Then, “Big Chris” Smith and Dennis Collins of Black Mountain Jeep, and Restore A Muscle Car and Operator, Dave Hall, trade wild car stories, pay their respects to industry icon Chip Foose, and talk about their favorite classics. Closing out the show, Koester Racing Driver, Larry Koester, Tjin Edition Roadshow Automotive Designer, Neil Tjin, and his son, Collin Tjin, talk about the therapeutic properties of getting behind the wheel and going for a drive. We also learn about Tjin family projects, including a Ford Mustang design-off between father and son, in conjunction with Vaughn Gittin, Jr. Don’t miss the final episode of SEMA 2018 coverage.
- [00:00:00] The Shell Pennzoil Extended Family
- [00:07:18] Making Memories and Fast Cars
- [00:12:31] Brembo Uses the Power of A.I.
- [00:19:52] Nissan Titan Paws One Rescue Rig
- [00:26:04] American Muscle for American Heroes
- [00:35:52] 80 Million Car Parts on eBay Motors
- [00:42:12] Wild Ride of the Steve McQueen Bullitt
- [00:49:52] Rust Never Sleeps, Keep Cars Under Wraps
- [00:54:44] A Benevolent Soul, and Bull Run Stories
- [01:02:04] Blazers, Ramchargers, and Coffee Walk
- [01:10:44] Fast N’ Loud and Favorite Cars
- [01:18:05] Therapy of Driving, and Young Blood
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Formula E, Jaguar E-Pace, Manual Transmissions, and Trade Wars | #347
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The auto industry is advancing at a rapid pace, implementing new safety and entertainment technologies and upgrading existing systems; but where the auto gods giveth, the auto gods taketh away. Is the phasing out of manual transmissions taking it too far? We’ll explore this topic throughout the show, but first President and CEO of Brembo North America, Dan Sandberg, discusses what makes Formula E unique. Then, freelance automotive journalist George Kennedy III offers a tire safety warning, previews his Boston Globe article about YouTube car restorer, Rich Rebuilds, and gives his drive impressions about the 2019 Jaguar E-PACE. Shifting gears, JoshCAR Hollywood Car Consultant, Josh Hancock, fills us in on the Galpin Auto Show, BMW’s discontinuation of their 3 Series manual options, and the reintroduced Ford Ranger’s specs, which seem to be missing a stick shift option. Next, Executive Publisher for Kelley Blue Book, Karl Brauer, laments the decline of the manual transmission before sharing his test drive results for the Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe. With a 0-60 of 3.1 seconds and a top speed of 195 mph, the GT stormed around the famous track at Circuit of the Americas, but is it worth a 6-figure sticker price? Changing lanes, freelance automotive journalist BJ Killeen discusses the most shocking deals and trends seen at Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas – there were a lot of trucks and a Bentley that sold for $25,000! Also, we touch on how tariffs are affecting the global automobile industry, specifically in China, where Jaguar Land Rover saw a 46% drop in sales. What do you think about the state of the industry and manual transmissions?
- [00:00:00] Formula E and Brembo Brakes
- [00:06:23] Don’t Neglect Your Tires
- [00:12:30] Rich Rebuilds a Tesla Model S
- [00:19:51] 2019 Jaguar E-PACE SE vs. I-PACE
- [00:28:35] Galpin Auto Show
- [00:35:52] Slow Death of the Manual Transmission
- [00:42:12] Manual vs. Automatic Performance Test
- [00:48:24] Dumbing Down Our Cars
- [00:54:43] Automatic Sports Car Takeover
- [01:02:04] Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe
- [01:10:26] Steal Deals at Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas
- [01:18:05] Trade Conflicts Always Hit Auto Industry
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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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Kia Stinger GT, Silvercar App, and Acura NSX | #330
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Performance, utility, and economy – automotive manufacturers are going above and beyond to exceed consumer expectations. We begin with the perfect example: automotive journalist, George Kennedy, shares his drive experience in the astounding 2018 Kia Stinger GT. With Brembo brakes and a V6 twin-turbocharged engine, Kia’s reputation as a ‘discount car company’ is a thing of the past. George also touches on Ford’s decision to cut most of their sedans, believing they may have been a bit shortsighted. Automotive journalist, BJ Killeen, also offers insight on Ford’s sedan decision after a recent stop at a red light had her surrounded by only trucks and SUVs. Shifting gears, BJ sounds off about her test drive of the 290-HP, 3.5L V6 Lexus RX 350L. While she enjoyed many aspects of this ride, such as the fit and finish and handling, she had a few points that Lexus could improve on with the future models. Next, we catch up with Karl Brauer who calls from the inside of an Acura NSX on his way to the 2018 Drive Towards a Cure “California Adventure”, a charitable event benefiting for Parkinson’s research. Karl pits his 2006 Ford GT against the super handling AWD of the Acura NSX in a surprising review. Then, Luke Schneider, CEO of Silvercar, explains his rental car app which was recently acquired by Audi. Through the app, customers are able to effortlessly rent an Audi A4 or Q5 for an all-inclusive fee ranging from $59-$79 a day. (Yes, all of the rentals are all silver.) Lastly, we catch up with Chris Duke celebrates the 10th anniversary of Motorz TV, announces a brand new episode featuring Alan’s Dodge Demon, and discusses the close of National Car Care Month. Plus, as the ambassador of GM’s BuyPower Card, Chris tells us of the surveys they have been conducting with the help of their patrons. Tune in now to pump your mind full of the latest automotive knowledge!
- [00:00:00] 2018 Kia Stinger GT
- [00:06:28] Disprove Discount Reputation
- [00:12:30] Ford’s Shortsighted Decision
- [00:19:51] 2018 Lexus RX 350L
- [00:29:18] Impressive Small SUVs
- [00:35:53] Ford Copyrights “Maverick” Again
- [00:42:13] Drive Toward a Cure
- [00:48:38] Acura NSX vs Ford GT
- [00:54:44] Silvercar – Rent Audi A4 or Q5
- [01:02:05] 10th Anniversary of Motorz TV
- [01:11:27] DIY Automotive Repair
- [01:18:06] Check Your Manual Before You Wrench