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Read more about the article Next Generation Car Lovers Enjoy Passion-Fused Tech and Horsepower | #285

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #285

The next generation of car lovers has arrived and it’s in the hands of the industry experts to help them tame their passion. We begin the first hour with Tony Bowie, who shares the mission of the Southwest Research Institute and their involvement with the Shell Eco-marathon. Then, Alan introduces freelance automotive journalist, George Kennedy III, to talk about their shared test drive of the Volvo V90 XC, and George’s 24 Hours to LeMons race. In the second hour, we jump back a couple months to a great show from February; we hear from the king of horsepower, John Hennessey, as well as BJ Killeen, KBB’s Karl Brauer, and owner of Workshop 5001, Marlon Goldberg. Join us to fuel your passion for cars.

 

  • [00:00:00] A New Generation of Automotive Passion
  • [00:05:54] Southwest Research Institute Inspires Youth
  • [00:12:30] The Sure-Footed Drive Feel of Volvo
  • [00:19:51] Volvo V90 XC is a Lifestyle Station Wagon
  • [00:28:59] A Sweet Appreciation for Station Wagons
  • [00:35:53] Race $500 Cars at 24 Hours of LeMons
  • [00:42:13] Hennessey Performance Revamps 2017 Ford Raptor
  • [00:48:400] Horsepower 101: Aftermarket Mods for Camaro ZL1
  • [00:54:43] BJ Killeen Buys Lincoln MKC SUV, Enjoys Luxury Perks
  • [01:02:04] Hyundai Ioniq’s Modular Drivetrain Platform
  • [01:12:42] Vintage Porsche Sales Rise Says Workshop 5001 Founder
  • [01:18:05] Boutique LA Garage, Workshop 5001, Restores Classics

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Read more about the article Performance Car Reviews, Top Hybrids, NASCAR News and Upcoming Events | #280

Performance Car Reviews, Top Hybrids, NASCAR News and Upcoming Events | #280

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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #280

The ins and outs of the automotive industry have become slightly more in-depth and we love chatting with out experts to stay up to date on all the changes. Steven Cole Smith dispels some confusion on NASCAR’s new format and reviews the new Camaro ZL1. Autotrader’s Brian Moody gives us some inside information on buying a new car, reviews the best interiors of 2017, and raves about the Chevrolet Bolt. Then, we chat with BJ Killeen about the 2017 Jeep Compass and the best-in-class Hyundai Ioniq hybrid. Michael Austin, Editor-in-Chief of Autoblog, discusses the Camaro 1LE package and some surprising facts about new, high-performance car warranties. Rounding out the show is Dick Messer who dishes on the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance and what sets it apart from other classic car shows.

 

  • [00:00:00] NASCAR’s New Rules Confuse Longtime Fans
  • [00:06:20] New Format for NASCAR Creates More ‘Action’
  • [00:12:19] 500-Mile Test Drive with the New Camaro ZL1
  • [00:19:28] Autotrader Makes Buying a New Car Easy
  • [00:28:35] Autotrader Reviews Best Car Interiors Under $50k
  • [00:35:21] Pure Electric Chevrolet Bolt Exceeds Expectations
  • [00:41:35] 2017 Jeep Compass Off-road Capabilities
  • [00:47:35] Comfort Comes Stock with 2017 Jeep Compass
  • [00:53:52] Hyundai Ioniq is Best-in-Class for Fuel Economy
  • [01:01:06] Camaro 1LE Satisfies Our Horsepower Craving
  • [01:09:28] Track Racing May Void New Car Warranties
  • [01:16:50] Fall in Love with Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance

 

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