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