Alan celebrates 25 years of reveals for Live’s Auto Week, on stage with Kelly & Mark. This reveal features the newest Family Vehicles from several top automakers for the New York International Auto Show.

Jay Leno project cars, the artistry of Lowriders, the Saleen Tesla, P1 Mclaren, La Ferrari, technology and “progress” in the automotive world, and much more in this roundtable conversation on the Pebble Beach fairway.

After selling his Model A, Steve Shea was on the hunt for his next classic car. He stumbled upon this beautiful 1957 Bel Air Sport Coupe almost by accident. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor sits down with Steve…

What sets Don Peterson’s ’69 El Camino apart from the rest? To start it has all matching numbers and a bed that looks as good as the body! Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, sits down to find out…

Drive Toward a Cure is a non-profit Foundation dedicated to raising much needed funds and awareness for Parkinson’s Disease research and patient care. While teaming cars and camaraderie with unique, premium lifestyle experiences, car enthusiasts can enjoy some of the…

Richard Rawlings of Gas Monkey Garage and Discovery Channel’s, “Fast and Loud”, joins Alan Taylor and Jeff Allen at SEMA. Richard talks about is surprising past jobs, his father, the values he instilled in him, and his struggle with Alzheimer’s…

Taking a fun look back toward the beginning of the bearded “brothers” Discovery Channel hit, Diesel Brothers. After gaining massive following on Youtube and Facebook, Jay Leno noticed them and the rest of history. Here their story at SEMA and…

Willie Robertson from the hugely popular show, Duck Dynasty, took time to chat with Alan Taylor at SEMA a few years back about business, family, strong values… and screaming through the mud with the protection of LINE-X coating on their…

Car Designer, Neil Tjin, is known for his cool builds, and this Ford F-150 is no exception. With Ford, Shell/Pennzoil and Universal Technical Institute, this tricked out truck was a raffled SEMA giveaway to a one fortunate Ford fanatic.

Classic car enthusiast, “The Fast and the Furious” actor, Sung Kang, brings the 1973 Datsun 240Z to SEMA where he joins Alan Taylor on the Shell Pioneering Performance stage. For the coveted SEMA Best in Show honor, Gran Turismo creator and series…

Legendary NHRA Funny Car champion, Ron Capps, sat down with Alan Taylor and Jeff Allen at SEMA and candidly chatted about life at work, family and never taking his job for granted. Ron Capps celebrated his 25th season behind the wheel…

On a hot and humid day at the Grand Prix of Houston, John Hennessey sat down with Alan Taylor and really opened up about his 270.49 mph record-breaking Venom GT and his inspirations along the way. NASA and JFK’s iconic…

Joe Petralia of Rare Performance Motorcars brought this incredibly rare 1967 Opel Kadett L Rallye to Barrett-Jackson. Most Opel Kadetts didn’t survive and rotted. This Opel, which was actually categorized as a performance car back in the day, was found…

A father’s love for his daughter saved his life. Listen to Ashley Corzine, daughter of Larry Koester, three-time GN champion, tell the loving story of her father’s tremendous journey of perseverance on the Shell Pioneering Performance stage with Alan Taylor….

Bondurant High Performance Driving courses enable everyday drivers to hone and sharpen their skills behind the wheel of one of the most powerful production cars – the Dodge Challenger SRT® Hellcat! There’s a full line of Dodge SRT® vehicles to select…

‘Smokey and the Bandit’ hit the screens in 1977 and not only catapulted Burt Reynold’s career, but helped seal the Trans Am’s appeal with his trusty Trans Am, Bandit. Alan Taylor sat down with Burt at Barrett-Jackson where he reflected…

For more than 50 years, Bondurant has been at the forefront of world-class driver instruction. Not only have they coached countless Formula 1, Grand Prix and Indy racers to the winner’s circle, and helped Hollywood actors prepare for their leading…

A few years ago I had the opportunity to visit Bondurant High-Performance Driving School (when it was known as Bondulant Racing School) in Chandler, Arizona. I got to sit down with my friend and legendary race car driver, Bob Bondurant…

From America’s answer to the sports car, the Corvette, iconic tail fin styling, to safety and design inventions, Harley Earl was one of the most important automotive designers to date. His grandson, Richard Earl, is a walking encyclopedia of automotive…

Tradition and innovation have joined forces and will be on display at SEMA 2019 as LEER® announces a special collaboration with well-known industry fabricator and Founder of West Coast Choppers, Jesse James. Together LEER and James are debuting the TANAMI,…

Continuing with one of our favorite designers, Ian Callum, we bring you the 2013 F-TYPE I test drove in Spain. This was a lofty goal designing the answer to the famed E-TYPE. The moment Frank Sinatra laid his eyes on…

Looking back to Alan Taylor’s 2010 interview with Jaguar Director of Design, Ian Callum and the very first Jaguar C-X75 Concept – 500hp, 10,000rpm hybrid hypercar. It was created to celebrate 75 years of Jaguar and comes in at an…

Set within the walls of a private home close to The Lodge at Pebble Beach, the Home of Bentley is a four-day showcase that demonstrate Bentley’s flawless craftsmanship and design expertise. Highlights include the ‘Crewe in America’ experience, where the…

Alan Taylor visits Canepa Motorsports in Scotts Valley, California. Canepa is an automotive nirvana in their 70,000 square foot facility in the foothills of the Santa Cruz mountains where the world’s best automotive artisans work to preserve the most important…

We’re looking back to the Shell Pioneering Performance stage at SEMA where Champion Drifter Vaughn Gittin Jr. chats with Alan Taylor about drifting, the Ford RTR Mustang, off-roading and climbing in a Bronco at King of the Hammers, and what…

At the height of the muscle car movement, the desirable 1970 Chevelle SS, with less than 3000 made, was one of the last LS6 motors with true power. This LS6 454 is the biggest motor you can get at 450…

Back in 2016, Alan took his son to the Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch where they experienced the many adventures offered. From high performance driving lessons on the racetrack, a private helicopter tour and even jetpack water sports, Spring Mountain Motorsports…

Adam Matthews of Eibach Springs in Corona, California gives us a factory tour where they make their powder-coated Springs, Shocks, Struts, Suspension Kits, Alignment Kits and everything needed to upgrade performance, handling and suspension.

Every year at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, Jay Leno sits down with Alan Taylor to talk cars and life. In this archived footage, Alan was joined with Car Crazy host, Barry Meguiar and Brembo Brakes CEO, Dan Sandberg. Jay is…

Everyone starts somewhere. In 2015, Alan interviewed Porsche’s then CEO, Detlev von Platen, after the unveiling of the Porsche 918 Spyder at the elite Monterey event,The Quail. This candid conversation opened up topics of not only the journey of Detlev’s…

2020 would have marked the 35th year Concorso Italiano has showcased iconic Italian classics on the Monterey Peninsula. This event attracts elite guests from around the world, but no more than the enthusiasts from Italy. Back in 2018, Alan Taylor…

While wandering around the different car events during Monterey Car Week in 2018, I bumped into Aaron Hagar and Ed Justice Jr. at Porsche’s exhibit at Concorso Italiano. We get up close and personal to Porsche’s 2nd overall 24 Hours…

Alan Taylor has been the Grand Marshal of Hot August Nights in Reno for nearly a decade, and it’s not just his car guy celebrity status that got him that honor. Alan is an auto expert in every sense; from…

Alan has broadcasted from Concours d’Elegance on the iconic Pebble Beach fairway for over 20 years. It seemed fitting that I meet up with my friend Leslie Kendall, chief curator for the Peterson Automotive Museum, where he also broadcast his…

Decisions Decisions.. Alan gives us a peak at his Dodge / FCA line-up in his driveway, and gears us up for the review of his 840 hp Demon.

With only 3300 production cars built, the Dodge Challenger Demon was in high demand and Alan was fortunate to get #8 off the assembly line. Watch his honest review on the roads of his hometown in Oregon.

In 2018, right after Dodge released the street-legal 840-hp Demon drag racer that will remain capped at 3,300, President and CEO, Tim Kuniskis talked with Alan Taylor about the first car to pop a wheelie, childhood automotive inspirations, and how…

Legendary Cobra Daytona designer, Peter Brock, and 600 MPH Land Speed Record Driver, Craig Breedlove, join Alan Taylor and Jeff Allen on the Shell Pioneering Performance Stage back at SEMA 2015 to talk about the the Daytona, overcoming new racing…

600 MPH land speed record-breaker, Craig Breedlove, and Legendary Daytona designer, Peter Brock, join Alan Taylor and Jeff Allen back at SEMA 2015 to talk about the the Daytona, overcoming new racing challenges and record breaking moments. WATCH PETER BROCK’S…

Patina is trending on classics as Alan walks around the streets of Hot August Nights in Reno.

With now over a million YouTube subscribers, David Patterson of ‘That Dude in Blue’ talks about how his passion for cars turned into a career most car enthusiasts could only dream of.

Chris Kingston shows us what can be done in your own garage at The Future Classic Car Show.

Since 1938, Edelbrock is one of the most respected names in automotive aftermarket performance parts. Looking Back at Pioneers of Performance, Alan Taylor sits down with his friend, Vic Edelbrock Jr. at the Edelbrock headquarters in LA to take a…

Alan Taylor talks with Beau Boeckmann of Discovery Channel’s series ‘Driven’ at Galpin Auto Sports in Los Angeles. Beau shows Alan around the world’s largest Ed ‘Big Daddy” Roth automotive collection in the world.

My friend, John Hennessey, invited me to take a tour of Hennessey Performance in Houston right after his Venom GT set the world record of fastest production car. Come take a look behind curtain where they make fast cars go…

I take a walk through the aisles of Barrett-Jackson to find my childhood sweetheart.

We are in the beautiful Grand Theatre at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino for the 2013 Grand Marshal Car Show! Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, has picked the hottest cars from the streets of Reno, NV including this 1967 Chevrolet…

Alan Taylor, Grand Marshal of Hot August Nights in Reno, talks with Tom Seals about his 1967 Chevelle Malibu SS.

When did Ford make that?! Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor sits down with Ken Berger to discuss his ’70’s Ford Concept car based on the 1965 Mustang.

At first glance, it’s obvious that this 1952 Ford Victoria is a show stopper, but with features like a custom removable hardtop, it’s unique as well. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, sits down with Jay Skow to discuss…

All the way from British Columbia, Doug Fox shows off his ’56 Crown Victoria at the Hot August Nights Grand Marshal Award show with Alan Taylor.

A while back, I had my friend comedian Tim Allen test drive a Dodge Charger Hellcat… of course he immediately did a couple of smokin’ burnouts!! He’s a real gearhead!

We’re at Hot August Nights for the Grand Marshal Awards. Alan Taylor sits down with two time GMA finalist, Dale Buck, to discuss the details of his stunning 1937 Chevrolet Pickup. Find out more about the restoration project that spans…

John Hennessey talks about his speed record-breaking 270.4 mph Venom GT at Kennedy Space Center, and candidly talks about how JFK inspired him to shoot for the moon, an admiration he shares with Ford’s well-respected, Alan Mulally.

Rhys Millen has had an incredible year! After setting an all new record at the 100th Anniversary of Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in an all-electric powered vehicle (we’re talking 1500 HP with 1700 ft-lbs of torque in a sports…

The stock Ford Mustang is a beast with 450-HP, plenty of torque, and well-balanced chassis. RTR Racing is cranking the Mustang up to 11 with modern and aggressive styling cues, enhanced performance, and drifting balance options. We expect nothing less…

Corzine Motorsports Super Modified 2-Wheel Driver, Ashley Corzine, has been a part of the truck and tractor pulling sport for over 30 years now. Not only is Ashley a competitor in her own right, her father, Larry Koester, and husband,…

Launching himself 379.4 feet over a New Mexico ghost town, Bryce Menzies hit the ramp at speeds upwards of 105 MPH… in a truck! What’s it like to fly a 2-wheel drive, 900-HP truck through the air? We get a…

Renowned automotive designer, Neil Tjin, marks his 20th year at SEMA with the unveiling of several customs like his 2017 Tjin Edition Pennzoil Honda Ridgeline. Neil shares details of recent notable builds, how he got his start in the hobby,…

When Team Penske NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Driver, Joey Logano, was young he used to dream of being a pro-driver from the comfort of his race car bed. By the time Santa Claus brought him a go kart for Christmas,…

Who do you picture as the typical lowrider owner – Is it a doctor, teacher, or fireman? Quaker State and Lowrider Magazine have joined forces to create the new video series, “Roll Models”, a show following prominent members of the…

Sung Kang and Project Underdog’s dream team join Alan Taylor and Jeff Allen on the Shell SEMA stage as they get ready to unveil the fully transformed 1972 Ford Maverick. Alexis Hernandez, Christian Quiroz and Tony Chen share their career…

We sit down with John Hennessey to catch up on Hennessey Performance’s new builds to commemorate their 25th Anniversary, including an 804 horsepower Mustang, Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat with HPE1000 Twin Turbo/Supercharged Engine Upgrade proudly painted in Shell yellow, and…

While filming the second season of “The Car Chasers”, Jeff Allen had the urge to let his hair down and pursue a passion project, an audio podcast featuring everything automotive (and some things that aren’t) with no interference from a…

What is it like to work with such impressive companies like Shell, Shell ROTELLA, and Quaker State? For preeminent car customizer, Tommy Pike, it’s a dream come true. We take a moment to recognize the innovative thinkers and second-to-none products…

When people look at a funny car’s paint scheme, they often assume sponsorships are involved. That’s not the case for two special vehicles in the Don Schumacher Racing stables – The Infinite Hero Car and Make-A-Wish Car are 100% funded…

How do you make insurance “cool”? Start by building a company brimming with car nuts, add an interesting video series or two, and give back to the passionate community of auto lovers. Doug Clark and Clint Sly of Hagerty Insurance…

Don Schumacher Racing has eight active motorsports teams. That’s right, eight! Although he has an unrivaled number of pro teams currently, Don stays humble, attributing his success to tremendous fans and talented drivers like his son, Tony. The father-son duo…

If you’re a member of Don Schumacher Racing, you’d better be prepared to be surrounded by champions. DSR is brimming with talent, and we’re honored to be joined by three impressive drivers; Matt Hagan, Leah Pritchett and Tommy Johnson, Jr….

The original Marmon Wasp, what the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum considers the “Crown Jewel” of their collection, was lovingly displayed in the Shell Pioneering Performance Pavilion during SEMA. Reflecting on the historic marvel, IMSM’s Ellen Bireley and Mark Gessler of…

For Shawn Langdon the sport of drag racing was a family affair. Shawn recalls being inspired to get behind the wheel after many years of watching his father compete. When NHRA began their Jr. Drag Racing League, he jumped at…

More than 30 years ago, Larry Koester found himself trapped underneath a tractor. When rescue workers attempted to lift the tractor off of him, leaking gasoline caught fire, burning 42% of his body. Four months later, the 31-year-old husband and…

How did NTPA Mini Modified Driver, Larry Koester and Super Modified 2-Wheel Driver, Craig Corzine get their start in tractor pulling? We take a look back to where it all began with hand-built rigs and homemade frames.

What do the SEMA show and FLW Angler Jimmy Houston’s professional fishing career have in common? They both turned 50 this year! Quaker State is joining in on the celebration by partnering with Tommy Pike Customs to create a custom…

The global automotive celebration and collector car auction, Barrett-Jackson, returns to Scottsdale this January! From notable charity cars like Steven Tyler’s Hennessey Venom GT, to Charlie Thomas’ 150 car collection, and loads of cool memorabilia, we cover some of the…

Don Schumacher Racing’s Antron Brown just secured another championship. Is the 3-time NHRA Top Fuel World Champion enjoying the afterglow? Antron recounts the moment he crossed the finish line and later received the bad-ass Wally Parks Trophy.

After gaining acclaim and notoriety for his role as Han Lue in “The Fast and the Furious”, Sung Kang was left searching for a way to give back to the car community. He embarked on a new project to get…

“Project Underdog” is the compelling web series following three young students as they set out to rebuild a 1972 Ford Maverick. The U-Dog car will be auctioned next year at Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas and proceeds will supply scholarships enabling the…

Hagerty’s latest web series, “Barn Find Hunter” follows Tom Cotter on his adventures across the country of finding cool cars in unsuspecting places. We learn about Tom’s greatest discovery to date, a 1957 Porsche Speedster which sat untouched for 40…

The Underdog Project has stirred the passion of partners and car enthusiasts worldwide! From the SEMA Garage in Diamond Bar, CA the transformation of a 1972 Ford Maverick has engaged the hearts and minds of hundreds of thousands. Tune in…

The Wrenchmen: Hagerty’s Davin Reckow and Matt Lewis and are pounding the pavement in search of neglected autos with a goal of getting them back on the road. Alan Taylor and Jeff Allen sit down with them at SEMA 2016…

Alan Taylor interviews Matt Edmonds (Vice President,Tire Rack), on the Shell Pioneering Performance Stage at SEMA 2015 as they talk Road Atlanta, Vipers, and Tire Rack’s newly expanded line of best-of brand products.

The double headlights… the teeth of the grill… There isn’t a lot of arguing when it comes to the beauty of the 1960 Corvette and Brenda Ashby’s Vet is no exception. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, goes over…

The Drive with Alan Taylor brings you exclusive interviews with notable IndyCar champions and engineers behind the scenes. Brought to you by Shell and Pennzoil.

The Drive with Alan Taylor brings you exclusive interviews with notable IndyCar champions and engineers behind the scenes. Brought to you by Shell and Pennzoil.

The Drive with Alan Taylor brings you exclusive interviews with notable IndyCar champions and engineers behind the scenes. Brought to you by Shell and Pennzoil.

The Drive with Alan Taylor brings you exclusive interviews with notable IndyCar champions and engineers behind the scenes. Brought to you by Shell and Pennzoil.

Alan Taylor talks with Scott Schaeper about the Fuel Rewards Network and how you can save big on fuel!

The Drive with Alan Taylor brings you exclusive interviews with notable IndyCar champions and engineers behind the scenes. Brought to you by Shell and Pennzoil.

The Drive with Alan Taylor brings you exclusive interviews with notable IndyCar champions and engineers behind the scenes. Brought to you by Shell and Pennzoil.

The Drive with Alan Taylor brings you exclusive interviews with notable IndyCar champions and engineers behind the scenes. Brought to you by Shell and Pennzoil.

Ford’s John Felice talks abut the all new Mustang and F-150 at Barrett-Jackson in West Palm Beach.

When car owner, Keith Klosterman saw the windshield of a Sign Green Carryall peaking over the hedges, he couldn’t help but ask the owner for more information. Hot August Night Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, sits down with Keith to talk…

With a top end capable of hitting 200 mph, a Lime Light paint job, and a prominent wing, owner Janis Sutherland is used to turning heads as she drives past. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor gets the details…

Just about everything is custom on the 1955 Chevrolet Nomad. From headlights to tailpipes, Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor gets the details on the restoration from Glen Jahnke.

Alan visits Kiruna Sweden to test drive Saab’s newest all-wheel drive machine. They are transported by a dog sled team the the famous Ice Hotel. They make the hotel with a giant mold and cover it in snow. Artist travel…

For many people in the US, the 1957 Convertible Bel Air is more than just iconic, it’s a dream car! Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Ala Taylor sits down with Steve Ashby to find out how this ‘roller’ got restored…

The snowy white paint on this 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air is right at home in the mountains of Wyoming. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, sits down with Dean Lewis to discuss the unique elements of his Bel Air…

This 1940 Chevrolet Half Ton Pickup may look classic, but just about everything except the fenders has received a remodel. Hot August Night’s Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor sits down with Dick Wendt to discuss the details of the classic truck…

Racing legend, Parnelli Jones sits down for an interview during the 2013 Grand Marshal Awards at Hot August Nights. Parnelli fills us in on something very dear to his heart, the Brain Injury Association.

The Fast N’ Loud guys have stepped up to the mic at the World’s largest collector car auction, Barrett-Jackson in Scottsdale. Richard Rawlings and Dennis Collins cover their recent container find; a ’69 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Fastback in Raven…

GM’s Director of Performance and Accessories, Sandor Pizsar, discussed the all new Copo Camaro, the Z28, the car and truck of the year, the Corvette Stingray and Chevy Pickup.

What sets Don Peterson’s ’69 El Camino apart from the rest? To start it has all matching numbers and a bed that looks as good as the body! Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, sits down to find out…

Barrett-Jackson Online brings you live coverage from the show floor of Barrett-Jackson 2014. Alan and Matt Stone interview Steve Ling, Marketing Manager for the Ford Motor Company. It is the Mustang’s 50th year anniversary and then they discuss the future…

Alan interviews Kevin Harvick, Driver of No. 29 Budweiser Chevrolet. He had 394 starts and one of 23 drivers to have won a race in each of NASCAR’s National Series, Sprint Cup, and Nation Wise and Camping World truck series….

Bought in 1968, this ’65 Chevelle Malibu SS still proudly displays a parking sticker from owner Mark Holling’s collegiate days. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor sits down with Mark to talk about the Malibu that lovingly celebrates its…

More than just your average ’67 Mustang, this beast is cranking out nearly 500 HP! Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor discusses all of the upgrades under the hood with car owner, Jim Shepard.

Talk about a true original! This 1960 Chevrolet Impala is original down to the visors! Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor sits down with John Traverso to talk about the history of his Impala.

This ’66 Ford Mustang Convertible was the dream car of Carl Poteet’s wife. In true gentlemanly fashion, he bought and lovingly restored this beauty of a car to its present day condition. Hot August Night Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, sits…

Automotive television juggernaut, Fast ‘N Loud on the Discovery Channel is a fan favorite. Show star, Dennis Collins sits down with Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor. Find out what the Fast ‘N Loud crew brought to Barrett-Jackson including…

The 2013 Grand Marshal’s Award Car Show was filled to the brim with amazing and unique vehicles chromed out classics to muscle cars. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor sits down with fellow car show judge and Honda Head…

Candy paint means a large time commitment and a stack of cash. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, talks with Mike Tolman about his 1933 Ford Three Window that got painted not once, but twice!  

Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor was proud to drive a Chevelle Malibu in high school. He sits down with ’67 Chevelle Malibu owner, Mark Wilcox to compare notes. Marks Malibu is race ready with a roll bar and…

Alan Taylor interviews John Luft, president of Shelby American in Las Vegas, discussing the all the Ford Raptor, Mustang and the all new Shelby American facility.

With a three inch exhaust and Doug’s headers, this 1965 Ford Falcon Ranchero will get your attention as it drives past you on the street. That was certainly the case for Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor who couldn’t…

The 351 Cleveland sticking out of this 1967 Mustang is surely an attention grabber. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal Alan Taylor sits down with car owner Mike Solis during the Muscle Car day on the stage of the Grand Sierra…

Erica Enders hits the stage at SEMA 2013. She is a pro stock driver who was the first female to qualify number one  and the frist female to win the coveted Wally. A passion for cars instilled by her father,…

With chrome shining, a sizable lift, and motor sticking up out of the hood, what’s not to love about a Gasser? Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, sits down with Rob Rickard, a shade-tree mechanic who brought this car…

Alan from the Chevrolet Booth at SEMA 2012 with John Fitzpatrick, Marketing Manager for Chevrolet Performance Cars. He discusses what his job is like, and shares why he loves to mold the consumers impression of the brand. He tells us…

  An Aston Martin creates an emotion when you drive them and takes your breath away when you look at their beautiful design. Alan talks about his risky ride ride in an Aston Martin outside of Dallas, Texas with Julian…

  Alan Taylor interviews John Luft, president of Shelby American in Las Vegas, discussing the all the Ford Raptor, Mustang and the all new Shelby American facility.

Bill Nipper’s 1972 Oldsmobile 442 may not be completely show room ready, but it has a character and style that won’t quit. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor sits with Bill to find out more about his Racetrack Blue…

On stage for the Grand Marshal Awards at Hot August Nights 2013 at the Grand Sierra Resort. Alan picked Tim Bedford’s automatic, 350 HP 1940 Ford Deluxe Coupe is painted the original Ford color called Cloud Mist Grey.

Zach Brombacher completed his 1950 Ford Deluxe Coupe after promising his wife’s departed uncle that he would get the job completed the right way. From bumper to bumper this Deluxe Coupe has been heavily altered. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal,…

This 1946 Ford Woody screams great Craftsmanship! Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, gets the details on how a mechanic and boat maker teamed up to restore this Woody from top to bottom. Plus, find out the about the…

Alan gives us a tour of the 2012 Chicago Auto Show in collaboration with Adesa Auto Auctions. He chats with the Head of Lexus Marketing, Brian Smith, about the LFA sports cars which are the most iconic machines from Lexus….

After selling his Model A, Steve Shea was on the hunt for his next classic car. He stumbled upon this beautiful 1957 Bel Air Sport Coupe almost by accident. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor sits down with Steve…

Steve Polen with Brightside Detail is working with Mother’s .  He shows a Mother’s restoration kit and gives you a step-by-step DIY guide to refreshing the look of old headlights. He uses a great Craftsman cordless drill that helps buff…

A 1968 Shelby GT500 KR is a rare car, and David Hafen scored this red beauty back in 1983 for a bit of labor and $2,000 bucks! Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, gets the inside scoop on how…

For the last two years, Vic Berri has been restoring his 1941 Willys Coupe from the ground up. From the meticulously painted Candy Apple Red paint, to the fine leather work and glistening gauges, it’s no wonder that Hot August…

Take an intimate look at the Jaguar Concept Car C X75 from inside Jay Leno’s garage. Jaguar’s Chief of Design, Ian Callum, describes this beautiful idea. They wanted to make sure that they shaped the car exactly how they wanted…

Autonomous cars are a reality and are already on our roadways. With auto manufacturers racing to mainstream the technology, questions regarding capability and safety are prevalent. The Drive’s Alan Taylor phones in on Coast to Coast AM with George Noory…

We’re in the beautiful Grand Sierra Resort and Casino for the Grand Marshal Awards during Hot August Nights. Steve Ling, Head of Car Marketing for Ford Motor Company, and HAN Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor sit down to discuss how cars…

Alan Taylor and Matt Stone tour the stunning Salon Collection at the 2014 Barrett-Jackson auto auction in Scottsdale, Arizona. The Salon Collection represents the crème de la crème of vehicles at the famous auction. You have to see these cars!

GM Performance Marketing Manager, Dr. Jamie Meyer, talks about the Car and Truck of the Year and the 2015 Copo Camaro at Barrett-Jackson in Scottsdale.

If your car only gets you from point A to point B, then its time to switch up your ride and get a car that evokes emotion. Alan Taylor interviews Head of Fiat Product Marketing North America, Matt Davis, who…

Rock legend Gene Simmons and actress Shannon Tweed discuss their ’56 Ford F-100 titled “Snakebit” being auctioned at Barrett-Jackson to benefit the Saskatoon Children’s Hospital. The impressive truck blends classic Ford styling with the power of Shelby.

Bob Lutz talks about VIA V-Trux turning trucks, cargo vans, and SUVs into generators.

What is Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher, Charles Brewer looking for at the Barrett-Jackson auto auction in Scottsdale? A 2003 Ferrari 360 Modena Spider! Charles also talks about the car culture within the D-Backs and the importance of the auction to Arizona….

NASCAR legend, Rusty Wallace fills us in on the custom Ford Fusion he built to benefit the NASCAR Foundation. With nearly 1000 HP and a solid aluminum engine, the Fusion is race-ready. Also, Tony Marini tells us about the must-go…

The 1968 Dodge Charger R/T is possibly the most emotionally and visually impactful of that model with an open grill and round taillights. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, sits down with owner Randy Burdick to discuss how this…

We are in the beautiful Grand Theatre at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino for the 2013 Grand Marshal Car Show! Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, has picked the hottest cars from the streets of Reno, NV including this 1967 Chevrolet…

Stock Car Radio brings you the 2013 Indy 500 winner, Tony Kanaan at SEMA 2013. David Borla from Borla exhaust also joins us to talk about their amazing exhausts. Tony won an amazing Corvette as his prize for his big…

Sitting at the Connected Car Expo and Alan is sitting with the President and COO of Subaru North America. Subaru is doing well and they are keeping up with the competition. They make a big announcement, a concept vehicle for…

California represents over 20% of all U.S. retail business for Fiat, and its a no brainer that the brand is there at one of the largest Italian car events in the world. They have been working hard at bringing new…

What sets Don Peterson’s ’69 El Camino apart from the rest? To start it has all matching numbers and a bed that looks as good as the body! Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, sits down to find out…

Roger Wikel talks about his 23-year plan of restoring a 1967 Barracuda, which caught Alan Taylor’s keen eye at Hot August Nights and landed Roger in the Grand Marshal Awards show.

Silverado Brand Manager, John Fitzpatrick, talks about Truck of the Year, Chevrolet Silverado, as well as the all new Corvette Z06.

Alan interviews Gary Bennett, VP of Consignment at Barrett-Jackson. He explains why its important that all these vehicles come together to make this amazing event. They discuss the importance of documentation for a vehicle you plan to sell, and sometimes…

See photos and video of the devastating sink hole that swallowed up cherished Corvettes in Florida. Listen to the Corvette owners accounts of the event and how the museum plans to move forward.

Sitting in the Grand Marshal award show at 2013 Hot August Nights. A 1968 Superbee owned by Ward Gappa, who bought it from a customer of his restoration business. Original hemi 4-speed car with a factory Dana 354’s. An old…

With the elegant styling of this 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air, you wouldn’t expect two NOS tanks in the trunk. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor sits down with Rochelle Breaux to talk about some of the surprising elements on…

We’re celebrating BMW’s history of innovation – from 40 years of M Power, to today’s connected dashboard that integrates great apps like Stitcher Radio! Learn more about BMW’s 40 years of M Power, with exclusive interviews and racing footage.

Matt Stone shows us all the fun on the auction block at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale. He walks us through the staging lanes for the classic rides getting ready to be auctioned off. Buyers can have one last look before they go…

The charity cars of Barrett-Jackson are making history and these ‘Barrett-Jackson moments’ have brought some amazing as across the auction block. A lot of the charity cars sell at the auction to raise millions of dollars for a wide variety…

Two racing legends – Don “The Snake” Prudehomme and Tom “The Mongoose” McEwen at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2014. Their classic cars go across the auction block and they share the movie “Snake on Mongoose” release date. Watch now.  

Bob Lutz talks about VIA V-Trux turning trucks, cargo vans, and SUVs into generators.

Fashion designer, John Varvatos, uses his distinct influence in the creation of the limited edition of the Chrysler 300c baring his name. Alan Taylor interviews Jerry Canlas, Chrysler’s Head of Operations, Product Marketing at the 2013 LA Auto Show.

Alan interviews ABC’s Shark Tank’s Robert Herjavec at the LA Auto Show. Robert has always been a car guy and he shares his passion for the hobby. He has a Ferrari FF, and in the beginning, he hated it and…

Candy paint means a large time commitment and a stack of cash. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor, talks with Mike Tolman about his 1933 Ford Three Window that got painted not once, but twice!

Karl Champley at SEMA 2013 in Las Vegas in the 3M’s booth learning about thein Paint Defender.  This makes it possible to DIY your favorite vehicle and the tech shows you exactly how to do it. Tune in for tips…

Coming from the showroom floor of 2013 Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas, Alan interviews Toni Marini, Director of Hot August Nights. They discuss how they worked it out to have Barrett-Jackson in Reno for a while.

Inside the Borla Performance booth at SEMA 2013 Alan chats with Founder and CEO Alex Borla. He tells us that it’s all about performance, making cars go fast, and creating horsepower in the engines. Alex describes the amount of air…

Alan interviews CEO of Brembo Brakes, Dan Sandberg, about the companies amazing brakes at SEMA 2013. Lighter is faster, and Dan shows off the difference between the classic iron and light weight carbon ceramic rotor. They even have a carbon…

Maserati CEO, Harald Wester, talks with Alan Taylor about Maserati’s 100 year anniversary and the new Maserati Ghibli while at the LA Auto Show.

Alan sits down with product Brand Manager Harlan Charles to discuss the design innovations and careful handling of tradition involved in the redesign of the newest Corvette, then he jumps behind the wheel to run the 2014 Vette thru its…

Alan Taylor talks with Jaguar’s Director of Design, Ian Callum, at the global unveiling of the highly-anticipated Jaguar F-TYPE Coupe.

Alan intreviews Mike Oberly at Barrett-Jackson in Las Vegas about the cars he was selling at the auction. Mike spends years courting people to buy their cars because it’s hard for people to let their precious rides go.  They discuss…

Enjoy this 4-part series for the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. Part 1: CES (Consumer Electronics Show) Part 2: National Hardware Show Part 3: RECON (Real Estate Convention) Part 4: SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association)

Alan interviews Joe Bigotti at the 2013 Hot August Nights Grand Marshal Show. He shows off his candy brandywine 1935 Ford Sedan having done 95% of the work himself.

Alan interviews Jaguar Land Rover’s Electrical Chief Engineer for Programs and Integration, Stewart Moore, after test driving the Range Rover in rugged Utah. Alan had it on and off road and its capabilities really showed off on these difficult roads….

Three generations of the Erickson family came together to work on this number-matching, 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS. Hot August Nights Grand Marshal, Alan Taylor finds the story behind this original stand-out.