The Drive with Alan Taylor

On this week’s The Drive, Alan welcomes his friend, Ed Justice Jr. – Justice Brothers, Inc. President and CEO. They talk about how most magazines have now gone online.  Ed says he’d rather have it sent to him in solid form to where he gets reminded to read it and then be able to pass it along.   The duo change gears and talk about how so many engineers feel that the fuel cell is where things will end up. They both feel that electric cars are a temporary thing and will be an issue when the batteries die and nowhere to charge them.  Ed shares about his family’s history in NASCAR starting back in 1950 when his dad and uncles won the Indianapolis 500.  Then later that year, they won the Southern NASCAR 500.  Ed repeated the history last year with his phenomenal team. Up next in the hot seat is George Kennedy III – Co-founder of Cartender and Freelance Automotive Journalist for CarGurus, Boston Globe, and U.S. News & World Report. George and Alan discuss the pros and cons between an electric car vs. a hybrid.  Alan discusses his daughter’s purchase of a hybrid minivan and how much she saves in gas. George shares his thoughts on driving a 2022 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid.  It’s been redesigned and gives you 37 miles of electric driving.  No range anxiety! The gas engine kicks in after electric runs out or when you push on the pedal.  Alan says you get better mileage when driving around town. It’s a compact vehicle with leather-heated seats, remote start, heated steering wheel, apple car play, touch screen, panoramic moonroof and so much more.  Starts at $28k to the Titanium 38k. Alan says don’t let the electric car be your only car. BJ Killeen – Automotive Journalist and Voice of Reason is next as she brings up the topic of the possibility of 18-year old’s being able to get their CDL?  Do they have enough experience to know what to do?  Nope says Alan.  BJ say’s to go and check out Dodge Garage.com, to apply.  One lucky fan 150,000 will be chosen to represent Dodge, to drive Hellcat company car all the while being the “Donut” Master.  Lauren Fix – Editor in-Chief for Car Coach Reports jumps onboard as they talk about the Lucid Air.  Lauren says she’s not an EV person, but she liked it.  The Dream Performance Edition, which has 1100 horsepower and a 500-mile range.  With a unique design, it goes from 0-60 in 2.4 seconds.  Alan says it’s the best-looking EV vehicle.  The build quality is premium says Lauren.  $67k starting. Next they discuss the NACTOY winners.  Lauren said she really liked driving the Maverick.  Really impressive.  She also liked driving the Genesis GV70, totally in love, with the bigger engine.  Lauren switches over and talks about “car smarts”.  She says think before you sell unless you have another vehicle.  Is there a good extended warranty?  If you are military or family has been in the military then yes.  Other than that, she says to read the fine print.  Closing the show is the man himself, Alan Taylor – President and CEO of ERN.  Alan talks about heading to Barrett-Jackson 50th Anniversary being held in Scottsdale, Arizona.  He talks about what he will be doing while he is there.  He says the Car Culture is so crazy, that he is excited to be a part of the Marketplace for Barrett-Jackson.  It’s huge!  Everything you could possibly want for the car industry.  From clothing, jewelry, paintings and more.  He’s there helping to expand the knowledge of cars.  It’s going to be an amazing event.  [00:00:00] – “Pass Along”[00:06:19] – Fuel Cell[00:12:30] – History Repeated[00:19:51] – Electric vs Hybrid ...

Alan welcomes Karl Brauer – Automotive Industry Analyst, Forbes Auto Contributor, North American Car and Truck of the Year juror and board member. Executive Analyst for ISeeCars.com. They open up with motorcycles, as Karl shares his experience with driving a Ducati Multistrada v4 Pikes Peak. He say’s its an adventure bike with front and rear radar, cruise control and so much more. Next they touch on the Mercedes Sprinter, the Airstream Interstate 24. It’s got dual rear wheels and 4 wheel drive system with a low ranger transfer case. Solar panels on the roof so you can go off-grid. It’s a full bodies RV with a price sticker of $234k. Karl then shares the NACTOY 2022 winners. For the car, it’s the Honda Civic, the truck, it’s the Ford Maverick, and the utility vehicle, the 2021 Ford Bronco. Up next is Steven Cole Smith – Automotive Journalist for Autoweek, Automobile Magazine, and Grassroots Motorsports. Steven shared that he voted for the Lucid Air EV for the car of the year. He say’s its spectacular car with 100 horsepower and a 300 mile range. Beautiful exterior and interior along with great technology. He also voted for the Ford Maverick. Steven say’s its an amazing truck. And lastly he voted for the Ford Bronco, though it has some flaws. He also felt the Genesis GV70 is a good vehicle, but it doesn’t move the needle much. The duo chat about what’s new with Daytona and how the cars for NASCAR are being assembled by the teams. Bigger tires and a polycarbonate body are just a few changes happening. Returning to the scene is BJ Killeen – Automotive Journalist and Voice of Reason. She talks about the Volkswagen Jetta GLi with all it’s accents that makes the car look a little more sportier. It’s got a 2 liter turbo with 228 horsepower, 6 speed manual or 7 speed DSG, automatic transmission. She say’s for it’s price of $31k, its definitely a bargain. They talk about how pre-owned cars are what buyers are looking for and that Ford and GM are trying to elevate the buyer experience to make it easier to buy. Alan shares insight as to what he will be doing at the upcoming Barrett-Jackson Auction in Arizona. He named a few cars that will be up for auction like a 64 Ford Fairlane Thunderbolt 4 speed, LS7 Powered 1957 Chevy Bel Air, a 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible, a 2016 McLaren 650s Spider, and a 2020 Corvette 3LT Convertible just to name a few. Alan is looking forward to seeing what all will be showcased at the Marketplace, everything auto. Closing the show with Alan today is Brian Moody – Executive Editor of Auto Trader.com. Brian shares that the prices for used vehicles will stay high for awhile due to the cost of a new vehicle. The highest mainstream brands are Porsche, Land Rover, Cadillac, Rivian, and Mercedes-Benz. The lowest brands are Fiat, Mitsubishi, Mazda, Kia, and Nissan. Brian shares his story of buying out his leased Nissan and turned it over for an additional $6k. He then purchased a Volvo XC69 Certified Pre-Owned vehicle. He also shares January’s Lease deals for under $300 a month. The Nissan Leaf EV, 36 months, $1950 down and $185 per month. The Nissan Altima, 36 months, $2600 down and $269 a month. Next the Toyota Corolla, 24 months, $2000 down and $219 per month. Lastly the Kia K5, 24 months, $3600 down and $179 per month. Alan suggest that you do your research before leasing. Join us next week as Alan gears up to head to Scottsdale, Arizona for the Barrett-Jackson 2022 Auction of the year. [00:00:00] – Motorcycles[00:06:15] – Airstream[00:12:31] – NACTOY Winners[00:19:52] – NACTOY Votes [00...

Joining Alan this week on is Steve Koenig – Vice President of research for the Consumer Technology Association and CES. He shared how 2200 companies showed up for this years event. A lot of start-ups, over 150 countries were showcased. Steve said there was an air of “attitude of gratitude”. Steve goes onto talk about the new west hall that is dedicated 100% to automotive. From ground to air to electric vehicles. He shares about the self driving semi truck to the Urban Air Mobility or air taxi. There was also the Space Tech showcase where Steve says that “space” is now a commercial base arena. The Final Frontier of business, where extra-planetary endeavors will soon become the new norm. Steve shed’s light on Metaverse and explains that it is the next generation of the internet that will deliver increasingly immersive digital experiences and over time will become inexplicably linked to our reality. It’s compelling and game changing. Next up is George Kennedy III – Co-founder of Cartender and Freelance Automotive Journalist for CarGurus, Boston Globe, and U.S. News & World Report. Alan and George carry on briefly about what’s to come in the future regarding consumer technology. They talk about Bugatti releasing a scooter and how it’s just another way of showcasing their brand. The duo talk about electric trucks, like the Ford F150 lightening and the Chevy Silverado EV. George has been driving a 2021 Ford Ranger Quad Cab and says its really a good fit for a small truck. It’s got 270 horsepower with a turbocharged 4 cylinder motor, which is pretty good. Next they talk about BMW 4 series. George drove the BMW M440i x-Drive with the big sniff grill. It has a twin power turbo inline 6 cylinder with 3.0 liter. His only gripe is that BMW calls it a coupe. Closing the show with Alan is BJ Killeen – Automotive Journalist and Voice of Reason. They talk about their favorite subject, electric vehicles. BJ feels that it is a great idea in theory but they didn’t think it through regarding the long run. What happens when there is no power? And the lack of charging stations. Alan shares that he will be attending the Barrett-Jackson Auction in Arizona this month. He will be doing symposiums on electric cars as well as celebrities and their cars. BJ won’t be attending but shares that the Fast and Furious cars will be showcased. A 49 Chevy Fleet Line, a Ford Fairlane, and even a Buick Grand National. [00:00:00] – Consumer Technology Association[00:06:11] – New Automotive Exhibit Hall[00:12:30] – VinFast[00:19:51] – Metaverse [00:30:29] – Bugatti Scooter[00:35:52] – Chevy Silverado EV[00:42:13] – Branding[00:47:47] – Ford Ranger[00:54:45] – BMW 4 series[01:02:05] – Wireless Apple Car Play[01:12:04] – Electric Cars are Noisy[01:18:06] – Barrett-Jackson CREDITS Host: Alan TaylorProducer: Dave MilliganCopy Editor: Colleen Mahi Contributor: George Kennedy IIIContributor: BJ KilleenSpecial Guest: Steve Koenig   EXPLORE MORE WITH HELPFUL LINKS: * Special Guest: Steve Koenig | Vice President of Re...

Alan is back with more from SEMA 2021 Las Vegas. First up is Matt Jaskol – NASCAR Infinity Driver, Red Bull F1 Development Driver and professional skydiver. They chat about his 5000ft jump from a helicopter to the Las Vegas Speedway. Seth Burgett – CEO and President of Gateway Bronco talk about their handcrafted Broncos. They’ve gone electric. The Bronco Lux GT has 300 mile range, anything you want in a modern vehicle can be found in this vehicle. They talk about the 1972 Ford F350 crew cab, 4 wheel drive long bed, with a “Godzilla” 7.3 liter V8 block gasoline engine with 1014 horsepower. It took them 8 days to assemble. Up next is Brian Brennan – Author at “In The Garage Media”. They talk briefly about the World Trans Media and how it’s clear that the trend is going towards EV vehicles. Brian is excited to see how the hobby is gonna expand. Doug Evans – Interim President and CEO of Legendary Companies talk about a newly acquired company called Paragon-Corvette restoration products and Wheel Vintiques, which can be found at the City of Industry. Rollie Miller III – General Manager of Pro Media drops by the booth. He is the National Even Director for sanctioning bodies such as the National Muscle Car Association and National Mustang Association. They also publish, “Fastest Street Car” magazine. They talk about gamers who are basically pretrained and it has changed the racing world for both females and males. They call it the Metasphere. Melanie White – CEO of Hellwig Products shares how her grandfather started out the business by going door to door, selling helper springs and installing them right on the spot. She’s 4th generation strong. Ted Wince III – CEO of Quadratec says they have been around for 31 years and they specialize in jeep parts and accessories. Not to mention they have the largest selection of jeep parts in the world. He’s also on the SEMA board where his position is to protect the hobby and the industry. John Hotchkis – CEO of Sports suspension swings by. He is a member of SEMA PAC, SEMA Political Action Committee. They talk with congress and make sure elected officials understand what’s important to the car enthusiast. Wade Kawasaki – Former Chairman of SEMA, President and CEO of Coker Group known as Legendary Companies shares that he is stepping down from his position so he can enjoy more fun things in life. Lastly, Peter Treydte – SEMA Compliance Center Manger shares that he is a part of the SEMA Garage, a tool box for product development and making them legal for use. [00:00:00] – Matt Jaskol[00:05:49] – 5000ft Jump[00:12:31] – Seth Burgett[00:19:53] – Brian Brennan [00:29:58] – Doug Evans[00:35:54] – Rollie Miller III[00:42:15] – Melanie White[00:48:32] – 4th Generation[00:54:46] – Ted Wince III[01:02:07] – John Hotchkis[01:12:04] – Wade Kawasaki[01:18:07] – Peter Treydte CREDITS Host: Alan TaylorProducer: Dave MilliganAudio Engineer: Dave MilliganCopy Editor: Dave Milligan   EXPLORE MORE WITH HELPFUL LINKS: * Special Guest: Matt Jaskol | NASCAR Infinity Driver* Special Guest: Seth Burgett | CEO and President of Gateway Bronco* Special ...

BJ Killeen – Automotive Journalist and Voice of Reason starts the show off with Alan today. They dive into Motor Trend Truck of the year which goes to Rivian’s R1T. BJ’s favorite for a suggestive buy is the Ford F150 Lightening. Alan shares about his son’s 2021 Ford F150 Hybrid and his new purchase of a 2012 Duramax Diesel 1 ton King Cab. They discuss how it’s important to have a “gas” vehicle as back up. BJ shares that Lexus, Genesis, Volvo, and Jaguar will be going all electric. Biden announced a per vehicle tax to help pay for the grid due to the increase of electric vehicles. BJ believes that gas stations should conform to hydrogen fueling stations, that could possibly be the key. Up next is Kyle Petty – former NASCAR driver who turned racing analyst. He and Alan talk about the Charity Ride Across America, and how it raised $19 million. Kyle talks about he got to participate in judging a contest held my Maaco within their body shops. 12 paint jobs for Christmas. A holiday themed hood designed by their people. Kyle talks about NASCAR and how things are so different now and that the automotive industry has advanced so much due to technology. NASCAR is growing with the times. Briand Moody jumps on board next. What is black out versions asked Alan? Brian explains it as when people customize their car to everything black. From the chrome to the grill to the interior. Monochromatic!, says Alan. It’s a cool look, but do you want to be cleaning it all the time? They talk about the EV crate engines. You can have an electric motor made that sits into the footprint of different kind of cars with styling elements. Brian discusses the Best Tech of 2022. EV Crate Motors, the Hyundai Digital Key that allows you to use your smartphone as the key. It can even send a virtual key to someone who wants to borrow your vehicle as well as putting an expiration on it. The touch screen and navigation system for the passenger and LED lights for your classic car just to name a few. Closing the show today with Alan is Ed Bolian – Founder of VINwiki & Presenter of Car Trek. VINwiki is an app that is designed a crowd source vehicle history reporting platform. Ed is also a part of a show called Car Trek. It’s a Youtube based show that has Tyler Hoover from “Hoovies Garage” and Freddy “Tavarish” Hernandez from “Tavarish”. They turned beaters into beauties. Ed also talks about his record with the Cannonball Run in 2013 from New York to L.A. The record time of 28hrs and 50mins. Tune in next week for more of what’s new in the auto world! [00:00:00] – Tesla Model Y[00:05:54] – Motor Trend 2022[00:12:00] – New Vehicle Tax[00:19:51] – Kyle Petty [00:29:58] – NASCAR[00:35:52] – Evolution of Technology[00:42:13] – Black Out[00:48:15] – EV Crate Motor[00:54:44] – Best Tech 2022[01:02:04] – VINwiki[01:09:39] – Car Trek[01:18:03] – Cannon Ball Record CREDITS Host: Alan TaylorProducer: Dave MilliganAudio Engineer: Dave MilliganCopy Editor: Dave MilliganSpecial Guest: Kyle PettySpecial Guest: Ed BolianContributor: BJ Killeen Contributor: Brian Moody  

Alan wraps up the “Voices of the Industry” with Brian Brennan – Content Director for Garage Media. Alan asked, “What is your take on SEMA”? Brian say’s he’s glad to be back and to see what’s happening in the industry. The outlook going forward looks optimistic. The Automotive aftermarket and Hot Rod Industry is looking well, even though the electric cars took center stage. The gentlemen discuss the “Garage Media” such as Modern Hot Rodding, classic Truck Performance, and All Chevy Performance. You can find them both in books stores and online. Alan asked when does the car season kick off? Indoor car shows will be towards the end of January 2022, in April starts the outdoor shows. What markets are hot? Classic trucks and everything Chevrolet. Next up is George Kennedy III-Co-founder of Cartender and Freelance Automotive Journalist for CarGurus, Boston Globe, and U.S. News & World Report. They discuss the 2021 F250 Short Wheel Bases 4×4 Crew Cab Platinum edition. George says its got fantastic power management, great traction control and overall fantastic machine. Alan chimes in about his sons purchase of a F150 Hybrid 3.5 liter Ecoboost V6 Twin Turbo with a built in generator. They both agree that trucks are at a premium. They switch over to the BMW 4 series. Alan shared about his purchase of a 2003 SL500 AMG Retractable Power Hard Top that he purchased at Barrett-Jackson Auction. They discuss the 21 E450 BMW 4 series that has a inline 6 motor with 362 horsepower and 369#ft of torque. It’s set up for comfort and can move really well. The only thing George does not like about the BMW 4 series is it’s large grill. George talks about the BMW 430i Convertible, that for it being a 4 cylinder, it’s handling doesn’t need a ton of power to enjoy. With the sports mode, it livens it up. Bringing in the rear is John Hennessey – CEO and Founder of Hennessey Performance. He discuses the “Project Deep Space”. He wanted to embrace his idea and concept while differentiating himself from everyone else. Project Deep Space is a 6 wheel drive pure Electric Hyper GT Luxury Car. The interior design is shaped like a diamond holding 4 passengers. Alan asked if 3D printing is a part of the production of the machine? Yes, it helps the process and allows them to compete with the larger companies. To be able to take their creativity and bring it to the market faster. The specifications on the new Lux car will have adequate horsepower and torque. John says it will be the quickest accelerating 4 seat vehicle in history. Alan shares Hennessey’s other accomplishments such as the TRX Mammoth 1000 Pickup, Velociraptor Ford F150, Exorcist Mustang, 6×6 trucks and the Venom F5 that has been sold out. Join us next week as Alan delivers another exciting show of what’s new and cool in the auto industry. [00:00:00] – In The Garage Media[00:05:50] – Modern Rodding[00:12:32] – Car Show Season[00:19:53] – Pure Platinum [00:27:43] – Fantastic Machine[00:35:54] – EcoBoost[00:42:15] – BMW 4 Series[00:48:26] – Inline 6[00:54:46] – Sports Mode[01:02:06] – Project Deep Space[01:12:26] – Electrified Concept Car[01:18:06] – Family Values CREDITS Host: Alan TaylorProducer: Dave MilliganAudio Engineer: Dave MilliganCopy Editor: Dave MilliganSpecial Guest: Brian BrennanSpecial Guest: John HennesseyContributor: George Kennedy III ...

Welcome back Gearheads! Another exciting week at SEMA Live Las Vegas, in the Hypertech booth. Joining Alan is Amy Faulk – World champion racer and CEO of Hypertech. A true pioneer for women in the racing industry. Amy says that SEMA isn’t just the show, it’s the icing. Working in the industry and making good products along with associating with great companies is what drives her passion for the car enthusiast industry. Up nest Larry Montonte – Vice President of Keystone Automotive and SEMA Board of Directors shares what Keystone is about and also shares why he wanted to be on the Board of Directors. He explains being in the industry, there is a lot of changes and challenges. It allows him to give back and listen to the concerns for the industry. Supplier and customer relationships are meaningful. Gary Patterson – President of Shelby American Inc, stops by as he and Alan spoke of Caroll Shelby and his vision for what was coming in the auto world as well as being an innovator. Shelby showcased an electric car in Ford Motor Booth this year. What is Shelby about? Performance! Jaclyn Sunseri – Vice President of Revenue and Sales at Hemmings joins Alan next as she talks about purchasing a 1981 Chevy Suburban K20. They restored and modified it and then was auctioned off to help with SEMA Cares. Jeff Baker – Director of Sales for SlipNOT stopped by to share what they are doing at SEMA. They make anti-slip floorings and coatings. It’s molten metal that is applied to metal surface. Extremely durable and flexible, great for trailers, running boards, steps, and beds. Up next is our long time contributor and friend BJ Killeen – Voice of Reason. She just stopped by share how much fun SEMA is this year. With all the extra room they are having more fun in the parking lot with burn outs, drifting and watching the new Bronco climb sets. She says it’s a thrill to be a part of this industry. Christian Robinson – Director of State and Government Affairs at SEMA PAC stops for a few minutes as he explains the importance of his role which is to be on the front line of protecting the wonderful industry and hobby from the Government. To ensure that the industry continues to thrive and making sure the government leaves the industry alone so they are able to make products that people want to put on their vehicles. Rebecca Starkey – Co-Owner of VMP Performance makes a brief introduction. She say’s the Bronco is the vehicle to beat at the SEMA show. She shares that VMP is in the performance industry that started off with tuning and evolved into a supercharger business. They are showcasing their superchargers at SEMA. Alan asked what really is VMP all about? Rebecca replies, ” We are built on innovation, going fast, and helping people get there!” President and Co-Founder of Austin Hatcher Foundation – Amy Jo Osborn joins Alan as she shares that they are showcasing 3 cars at SEMA that was built by their Industrial Arts sector. Austin Hatcher Foundation is based around children suffering from cancer, and has created ways and means for these children to be productive and live their lives to the fullest potential. A Ford Mach-E GT along with 2 kit cars, a Mark Ford Roadster and a Daytona Coupe ’65. Chad Coltrane – President and CEO of Victory Junction Camp stops by as he shares what they are all about. It’s a place where children with serious illness would be able to experience the joys of childhood and forget about being sick. It’s life changing camp experience that the child and their family can attend for free. Closing the show is Eva Rupert with Overland Expo Foundation. She shares that she is there to showcase a really cool Honda motorcycle that they built and is up for auction. Well, to all the gear heads, car junkies,

Alan is back with more “Voices of the Industry” Live at SEMA, Las Vegas 2021. First in line is Bill Rogers – President of Keystone. Keystone is the largest wholesale distributor in SEMA space for automotive equipment and accessories. Alan inquired about his thoughts on SEMA and the new era and the break that covid brought? Bill feels that people got motivated to work on projects that they have been putting to the side and as far as business goes, it was a rollercoaster ride but during the last half, they were able to rise above. What’s the main thrust for Keystone? That they carry all the great products that the industry creates. What’s your thoughts on electric cars? Bill says he’s a combustion engine kinda guy. Up next is Darice Laurence – Chief Technology Officer at Barrett-Jackson. They talk about the 50th anniversary for Barrett-Jackson coming up in January. Darice say’s it’s about the journey of the first 50 years and what’s gonna happen in the next 50 years. Darice explains that the new brand for Barrett-Jackson will be the younger generation on their platform. The Metaverse. Auction in the virtual world, build cars in the virtual world. To cater to the digital natives. Jackie Born stops by the booth to discuss Overlanding. It started in Australia, where people who are inspired to camp off grid with their vehicles being their main hub. Its adventure riding. Building up your vehicle to get out. The fusion of camping and off-roading. To have your vehicle equipped to go camping, to have water, food, shelter and all the essentials needed. Alex Borla – Founder and CEO of Borla Performance Industries makes an appearance. They talk about the advancement of the company through his son. Combining technology and music they were able to come into the new age with the ability for the consumer to click and listen to the exhaust kit of their choice. Bill say’s their selling excitement! Up next is Bob Spar with B&M Racing and Performance. He stops by briefly as he and Alan talk about the origins of SEMA. Alan asked Bob, “What is the essence of SEMA”? Innovation says Bob. President and CEO of SEMA, Chris Kersting joins Alan next as they discuss how SEMA is working out. Chris says the folks that are at SEMA are folks who really want to be there. It’s been 2 years thanks to covid. SEMA is a business to business event, but its also about the celebration of car culture. He’s been doing this for 20 years and it’s been a privilege to spend time helping the industry from overcoming challenges to technical issues like missions compliance. Clarence Barnes joins Alan next in the Hypertech Booth. He briefly talks about the Arrington Performance partnership with Bosch and how they developed a Hydrogen Powered truck. It’s not a fuel cell, it’s direct injected with 600 horsepower. Alan asked what his impression on SEMA is for this year? Clarence said it’s awesome that people are out and back with a vengeance. Nick Terzes – SEMA Strategy and Planning Supervisor for Ford Motor Company stops by. He shares why SEMA is so important for Ford. It’s an opportunity to showcase their great product line along with their aftermarket products that they offer. Performance, capability, and robustness. Ford is highlighting a 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback at SEMA along with their Broncos. What do you like about ford? Nick says they believe in family, they focus on quality and what makes people’s lives better. Up next is Steve Strope – Founder of Pure Vision. They talk about his expectations of SEMA. Steve say’s it’s exactly what he thought it would be. Not as many people, but the car enthusiast and community are here despite covid. He say’s the car culture keeps you young and excited.

Welcome back! Alan continues with his mission to get as many “Voices of the Industry” in the Hypertech Booth. First up is Matt Edmonds -Executive Vice President of Tire Rack. Alan ask’s the big question, what makes Tire Rack awesome? Delivering incredible service and making sure they get the right fit. Matt says it goes back to the data. Nothing like getting your hands on a vehicle to modify. But relying on data is important. It allows you to make sure the schematics are correct for the vehicle. Lauren Fix “The Car Coach” and spokesperson for APPEX, joins Alan next. They discuss what’s happening at AAPEX.  Automotive Aftermarket Performance Exhibition. Lauren say’s it’s all the parts you see in a parts store and more. Lauren talks about the Ford Booth being impressive. They had a V8 Coyote motor, jammed into a Bronco. Only 50 of them are being made and are coming out in 2023 race ready. Lauren shares that she has a company called Classic Tube. Manufacture tubing products for automotive, industrial, tanks, nuclear power plants. Also manufacture stainless braided hoses for any vehicle. Moving along we have Russ Deane-SEMA Hall of fame member, inducted in 2007. Russ’s first “hot laps” were in Germany at the age of 16 and has been racing ever since. Russ says SEMA in an industry of passion. If you come into the SEMA and you don’t realize this is a passion driven industry, you will fail. Brief talk about the Dodge Demon – built by drag racers for drag racers 840 horsepower that pops a wheelie with a factory warranty. Gives hope to the rest of the industry. Old friend – Jim Ryan – Director of Sales and Marketing for Score International Off-Road Racing jumps in the booth with Alan. They reminisce about the times they were on the radio together for what is now known as Motor Trend Group.  Les Rudd – President and CSO at Bob Cook Inc. and one of the Board of Directors at SEMA stops for a brief minute to talk about protecting and growing the industry and stated that SEMA is the largest trade show convention this year in the United States. Keeping the industry alive is his mission. Ron Knoch – President of Diesel Motorsports makes a quick stop. He’s been doing events for 14 years, all over the country at dragstrips to fairgrounds. From drag races, sled pulling, to show and shine and dyno competitions for diesel trucks is what Diesel motorsports is all about, you can find out more @Dieselmotorsports.us – website. B.J. Killeen – Voice of reason stops in and chats about the changes in the event since covid. She mentions that David Kindig from Bitchn’ rides is showcasing 2 of his reproduction Corvettes. Some people love it, some hate it.  It’s a clean design. BJ also shares that someone took a Ford 1966 Ford Bronco Roadster and made it electric. Say What!! Tim McCarthy, Founder of ZyBar, HIRA Chair-Elect, Founder and CEO of HushMat.  What is ZyBar known for? ZyBar is a coating that is rated at a 1600-degree metal surface temperature.  It’s a single component product polymer base. You can use it on turbo’s, super chargers, valve covers, etc. To learn more visit Zycoat.com. Jeff Major-CEO at BedWoods. They make quality wood bed components for truck restoration. Started in 2006 he was looking for something other than Oak wood for his project and it inspired him to do research and found there were no other options out there.  He researched exotic woods and now has 20 plus different choices. They can put their wood liners in models as early as 2021. Visit BedWood.com for more information. Dr. Jamie Meyer-President of PRI, Performance Racing Industry joins Alan as they discuss the car industry and how wonderful it is. Jamie talks about the community of the car culture. He mentions how SEMA bought PRI 9 years ago and that the show has been going on since the 1980s. PRI Show is for the hardcore racers, the business side of things.

Alan broadcasts from the Hypertech booth at SEMA Las Vegas. His first “Voice of the Industry” guest is Barry Meguiar – President of Meguiars Inc. They share their excitement of being back at SEMA. Barry talks about the beginnings of SEMA when Noel Carpenter and Bob Peterson joined forces and made something grand. From Speed Equipment Market Association to Special Equipment Marketing Association. Barry shares the history of how they were once “Bad Boys” of the industry, the “Hot Rodders” and how over time they evolved into a family oriented car enthusiast brand. Next to join Alan in the booth is Greg Adler – President of Off Road Warehouse. Alan asks, “What is Off Road Warehouse? Greg explains that trucks and jeeps are a big part of Americana. More people are wanting to get off the grid. They offer products that will help do just that. From accessories to race products, they can help you personalize it. Richard Rawlings – American Entrepreneur and Star of Fast N Loud, Owner of Gas Monkey Garage joins Alan next. Alan refers to Richard as the “King of his own content”. They discuss car culture and what it means to them. Richard shares how Gas Monkey has partnered with HB Fuller Gorilla Pro. They are in the business of selling products that everybody is gonna want and use in their daily lives. Richard expressed his excitement of unveiling his revamped version of the Slingshot. John Lambert – Tuning Manager of Hypertech Inc. slides into the conversation and talks about their “React” program that calibrates the throttle sensor. It helps you dial in on your throttle response. For off-road it’s got crawl mode where it takes out the “jerkiness” and helps agitate the power delivery to smooth it out. Next, Alan welcomes Courtney Hansen, TV personality, co-host of tv show, “Overhaulin”, host of “Great Builds” and “Rides” to name a few. Courtney shares that she just ordered a new Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody. She almost went for the Demon but felt it would have been a bit to much. Alan inquires as to what Courtney has been up to or what’s next on your journey in television. She announces her new upcoming show, “Ride of Your Life”, where her team at Royal Garage built 12 unique cars for 12 lovely families. It will be airing soon. Next up is Wayne Carini – American Car Restorer and TV Personality for “Chasing Classic Cars”. Wayne shares how he loves coming to SEMA and seeing all the new things and technology for the industry. He has partnered up with Craftsman’s Tools and is showcasing his red 1960 Testarossa Ferrari at the Craftsman’s booth. John Garrett with Bass Pro.com stops buy quickly and shares what Hypertech has done for him. They built a programmer for his truck to help with more horsepower, speed and better fuel economy. He also shared that Hypertech installed a tire pressure monitoring system for his trailer that reads the tire pressure and internal hub temperature. John say’s it’s crucial for his line of work for he hauls his boat cross country and that can put a lot of pressure on his trailer. Up next is Craig Jackson – CEO of Barrett-Jackson Auctions. The duo talk about the enthusiasm of people wanting to get out on the road and drive their cars. Craig says the hobby and lifestyle of car collecting is expanding. People want to get out and live life. Alan shares that he bought a 500 SLM AMG Mercedes Benz from the auction and his wife inquired as to why he did that. Alans answer was simple, Why Not! We are not going to live forever and we might as well enjoy life. Craig shares that the 50th Anniversary of Barrett-Jackson Auction will be incredible. It’s a 9 day event starting from January 22nd to the 30th of 2022.

Alan welcomes contributor BJ Killeen-Automotive Journalist and Voice of Reason. The duo jump right into what’s happening at the upcoming SEMA show in Las Vegas. BJ describes SEMA as the, “Hallmark of the Automotive World”. She mentions that Chip Foose Collection will be on display. Featuring 20 of his most iconic resto mods. BJ also shares that the public get’s to see what’s been showcased at the SEMA Ignited afterparty as they will cruise down the boulevard for all to see. BJ announces that Kia is releasing their new 2023 Kia Sportage. It’s got a 12.3 curb display, clean design, large interior and a duo level cargo floor. There is the X-Line and the X-Pro Trim Line as well as electrified versions to follow. Up next is Karl Brauer – Automotive Industry Analyst, Forbes Auto Contributor, North American Car and Truck of the Year juror and board member. Executive Analyst for ISeeCars.com and Executive Publisher at CarExpert.com. He opens up with Big News! Tesla and Hertz are coming together. Hertz ordered 100,000 of Tesla Model 3’s. If you can’t afford to own one, now you can rent one to say you got to drive a Tesla, say’s Alan. Karl switches gear to share a bit about the new 2023 Corvette Z06 with 8600rpm. It’s got 670 horsepower and goes 0-60 in 2.6 seconds. Vavavoom! Alan asks, “Where do real truck people live”? Well, believe it or not the number 1 state for trucks is Wyoming, followed by Montana, Idaho, South Dakota and Alaska. Joining Alan next is John Lambert – General Manager of Hypertech. What is Hypertech? John shares that its the first company to crack into the computers and dial-in and tune-in for better performance and drivability. Power tuning at it’s best. Better efficiency means more power. They also have other products like the React Throttle Optimizer, which allows them to adjust the throttle response. They can either dial it up or tune it down for better fuel economy. There is an off-road version, a towing version, and an all around version. They also have a Power Stay Plug-In. Plugs right into your diagnostic port and stays there. It get’s rid of the 4 cylinder mode and disable the auto start stop. Alan say’s its a way to craft the car to the way you want it. Pulling up the rear is guest star, Richard Rawlings – Owner/Star of Gas Monkey Garage and Fast N’ Loud. Richard shares what’s happening in the next chapter of his life. He’s changing with the world with no restraints. Gonna do it his way! With over 25,000,000 collective followers, Alan asks how he deals with all the haters? Richard says that he just doesn’t engage with them. Richard announces his Big Sweepstakes, where for every dollar you spend at Gas Monkey Garage, you are entered to win a trip to Dallas, along with 3 of your friends, get to hang out and party with him, and the kicker, you get to chose what ever car is in his garage to take home as your very own. ANY!!! The first sweepstakes winner took home his 2021 TRX. They switch topics and discuss what he will be doing at SEMA. He unveils that he teamed up with Polaris to take on the Slingshot and revamp it. It’s a side by side seated, 3 wheel vehicle with a front 4 cylinder engine. He can’t wait to show what he did with it. Alan asks where and what is next? They are planning on opening a much larger scale of the Gas Monkey Garage Bar and Grill, 3x it’s original size, along with revamping 125 of Americas roadside diners and turning them into Gas Monkey Roadsides, American dining rebuilt. [00:00:00] – Chip Foose Collection[00:06:08] – Charging Stations[00:12:31] – 2023 Kia Sportage[00:19:53] – Tesla and Hertz ...

Alan brings on George Kennedy -Co-founder/Freelance Automotive Journalist. He is driving the new 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid compact SUV. It’s a plug-in hybrid that will do an average of 37 miles per gallon with 261 horsepower. George shares that Hyundai is getting better in quality and style. It’s got solid acceleration and it corners and drives well. The fully loaded version comes in at a cool 38K. Up next is Karl Brauer – Automotive Industry Analyst, Forbes Autos Contributor, North American Car and Truck of the Year (or NACTOY) juror and board member, Executive Analyst for ISeeCars.com, Executive Publisher at CarExpert.com. Karl is driving the new re-designed 2022 Toyota Tundra.  Karl shares that there are no V8’s.  But they got a powerful 3.5-liter V6 turbo, or a 3.5 liter V6 with Hybrid with a Hybrid powertrain.  The non-hybrid makes more torque and horsepower than the V8 that was in the last Tundra.  But the hybrid version makes a lot more torque and horsepower and is fast.  Alan shares about his son-in-law’s new 2021 F150, 3.5 twin turbo Eco boost, hybrid.  Alan says he drove it and it is fast. Karl explains what turbo technology is, which is a forced conduction driven off the exhaust gas.  Bottom line is that it’s making a smaller displacement engine feel and act as if it’s a large displacement engine.  Technology caught up by making turbo’s viable. Alan asks about the Ford Maverick truck.  Karl says you get a lot of truck,  2.5 liter hybrid powered truck with a CVT automatic transmission with front wheel drive.  A true compact truck.  the Hybrid version get’s 40mpg in the city.  1500lbs in payload and 2000 in towing that drives really well like a car.  A non-hybrid version has 4000lb towing capacity, and FX4 version comes with a bunch of off road equipment with all wheel drive.  Karl says the unibody chassis are being made way better and stronger. Joining Alan next is  Chris Kersting -President and CEO of SEMA, a big trade show in Las Vegas, is coming up.   The show is looking good says Chris.  Over 1370companies and manufacturers exhibiting at the show.  Over 40,000+ resellers who are bringing back all the cool products and making it available for the gearheads. The first week of November, SEMA ignited, will be open for the public. 1500 award winning amazing cars and trucks will be brought to Vegas to showcase.  SEMA Ignited; gives people a chance to see the amazing show cars.  It takes place in the afternoon. Chris shares that for the first time, this year, for the first 5000 folks who register, they get an opportunity to purchase a special pass to go into the SEMA show and participate.   It’s been 2 years since the manufacturers were able to bring and show stuff off.  Innovation is the heartbeat.  Chris is looking forward to having this event again. Alan inquiries about the SEMA Action Network, an organization built to help the industry and the enthusiast.  Protect and preserve the rights of folks to enjoy their cars and trucks.  Government regulations can get unreasonable, and they push back.  Important pieces of this, getting them involved.  SEMA opened a new category of membership.  SEMA Individual Membership.  Chris says you log into SEMA and get informed to learn more about laws and regulations that threaten the hobby and allows you to be able to take part in it.  The hobby needs to thrive and survive.  Chris says to visit, SEMA.org/individual member. Also,  SEMA Action Network, allows you to become a member of SEMA. Closing the show with Alan is Edd China, former Mechanic-Host of Wheelers Dealers talks about his new show, Workshop Diaries.  It’s about China working in his own workshop, where he fixes up cars and gives lessons. It’s 29 episodes in and can only be found on YouTube. Edd shares briefly of his Guinness Book of World Records accomplishments, from the Sofa mobile to the world’s fastest electric ice cream van, fastest bed,

Alan welcomes special guest, Josh Hancock – Hollywood Car Consultant. The duo begins the show with a little insight of the new James Bond movie.  The featured car is an Aston DB5, which was made famous in Goldfinger.  There is an Aston Valhalla that sits in the background as a 1973 Aston Martin V8 zooms on by.  And of course, the “bad guys” are driving the Land Rover Defender.  If you’re a Bond fan, you will like its dark and sinister setting.  To be released October 10th. They switch topics as Josh shares that Ford announced a 11.7-billion-dollar investment.   The “Oval City”, a manufacturing plant to build the F150 Electric Lightning for their 150,000 reservations.  Steven Cole Smith – Automotive Journalist for Autoweek, Automobile Magazine, Grassroots Motorsports joins Alan next as they discuss the controversial winning at Talladega Race.  Gossip swirling that NASCAR engineered and stopped the race as Bubba Wallace was clearly in the lead. Steven says there’s no conspiracy.  Bubba won the rain delayed race.  First win. 1963 was the last time that a African American driver won the race. Steven says he doesn’t watch the news anymore, it’s too depressing.  Steven shares a bit on what’s happening in the motocross world. Texas NHRA, last few races, 36th Annual Fall National this weekend.  Formula 1, Circuit of the Americas in Texas in a few weeks the only United States appearance for them.  Steven says people are enjoying cars again.  He goes on to say that the current generation doesn’t seem to be interested in cars and that cars are capsules of memories.  Shifting gears, Steven drove a 4 door, black diamond edition, Ford Bronco. Looks a little bit like the original bronco, but modern.  Rough riding and loud.  It’s got a 2.7-liter V6 Twin Turbo eco boost, 335 horsepower and 400-pound feet of torque with a 10-speed automatic trans.  Comfortable on the inside and fantastic off-road.  Austin Texas is where he did some serious off-roading and says It’s designed for it.  Jeep had no real competition until now.  Stefan Williams – Creator of Mod2Fame.com joins Alan next. Stephan starts his conversation as he shares if he could buy a car with a Hemi engine with his stimulus check. He found a vehicle that was just about the right price and bought it. He has partnered with Autotempest.com to do a giveaway inspired by his experience.  Stephan shares with Alan of what inspired to create his website.   It started by him watching videos on YouTube and not finding what he was really looking for. So, he decided to create his own videos for himself, and others like him.  Up next in the hot seat is Brian Moody – Executive Editor for Autotrader.com. They go through Autotraders 10 best used vehicles under $10K list. They start with the 2010-2013 Buick LaCrosse, which is a big, luxury sedan. Then they go to the 2011-2015 Chevrolet Cruze and you should be able to get one of these with very low miles on it because they aren’t too expensive brand new. Brian says his favorite on the list is the 2011 Mustang with a V6 engine. Alan talks about driving a new Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. He says that driving it around town it almost never had to switch over to the engine and just ran all electric and how great that was.  Brian talks about a rumor of a new Subaru Outback that will be called Outback Wilderness. It will have amazing off-road capabilities. The duo share about spring car care tips. Brian says that if your car has been sitting for a bit to check the tire pressure because the changing of the temperature from hot to cold can cause your tires to deflate a bit. Check your wiper blades for cracks or damage. Check the alignment before you drive it much. Check the cabin air filter especially if you have seasonal allergies. [00:00:00] – 007[00:05:51] – Aston Is Back!

Starting the show off with Alan this week is Lauren Fix – Editor in-Chief for Car Coach Reports. They briefly touch on the subject and or nightmare, of the chip shortage. Lauren says its around a 210 billion dollar loss in the auto industry. $7 million in new cars and light trucks alone. Alan switches topics on Lauren to discuss the new 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor. Lauren say’s it’s Fords secret, but she knows it’s packing 494 horsepower, 630# of torque in a 10 speed automatic transmission. Lauren also announces that through her “spies”, the Raptor will be rolling on 37″ Goodrich tires. Alan wants to talk about automotive jobs and incentives. Lauren shares how you don’t need a degree to find something fulfilling and reputable. USA Motorjobs.com is willing to train and offer an incentive. Up to $15,000 with certain stipulations that is. Next on their chat list is the North American Car & Truck of the Year that will be announced in January. Lauren says the Tundra is on that list along with the Bronco, to which she feels will take the Truck of the Year. For cars, Lauren is thinking the Kia Stinger or the Mercedes S Class. Up next with Alan is George Kennedy III – Co-founder of Cartender and Freelance Automotive Journalist for CarGurus, Boston Globe, and U.S. News & World Report. The gentlemen dive right into Jeeps, Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer. Alan got to drive both. He was blown away with the power and all the technology it came with. The Macintosh stereo system alone has the “wow” factor. The 2022 Grand Wagoneer starts off at a cool $87k. The higher end version that Alan drove runs around $109k. George says the Wagoneer’s will have it’s own special treatment in their own special show rooms when they are showcased. BJ Killeen – Automotive Journalist and Voice of Reason is next up to talk about the 3rd generation 2022 Toyota Tundra. She says its new and improved with a new high-strength, boxed, steel-ladder frame and an aluminum-reinforced composite pickup bed. A fully redesigned multi-link rear suspension, 12,000lbs tow capability and a max payload of 2,000lbs. It also comes in 2 different power plants, a twin turbo 3.5 liter V6, 389 horsepower and 479lb ft. of torque or 437 horsepower and 538lb of torque with a 10 speed automatic transmission. Lot’s of payload in a half ton truck. Next on BJ’s list is the Cadillac LYRIQ, an electric crossover vehicle with 340 horsepower and a 300 mile range on a full charge that will be coming out 2023. BJ said that it is already sold out. She shared that Honda is releasing it’s electric SUV, the Honda Prologue in 2024. She threw in a little reference to Germany making hydrogen vehicles to which she believes may be the way to go in the future. Closing the show today with Alan is Steven Cole Smith – Automotive Journalist for Autoweek, Automobile Magazine, and Grassroots Motorsports. Steven and Alan talk about how empty the car dealerships are. There just isn’t enough new vehicles to sell. Steven believes chip makers like Taiwan are more focused on phones and gaming systems then they are automobiles. Alan asks what’s going on in the Motorsports World. Steven says racing is winding down by the end of September. You’ve got the NHRA Midwest Nationals @ the World Wide Technology raceway and the Formula 1 running in Russia. Alan wonders how Russia will handle covid mandates. Per Steven he believes there isn’t any. He say’s Russia waved restrictions unless you got tested positive for covid then you won’t be racing. Tune in next week for more on what’s new in the auto industry with “The Drive”. [00:00:00] – Billions Lost[00:05:57] – Ford Bronco Raptor[00:12:33] – Incentives[00:19:54] ...

Joining Alan today is Brian Moody – Executive Editor for Autotrader.com The duo discusses the topic of fuel cells. Brian shares that California is a test bed for 3 hydrogen powered fuel cars. The Honda Clarity, Honda Nexo, and the Toyota Mirai. Brian says that Hyundai claims by 2040 they want to popularize hydrogen. To be the first automaker to supply a fuel cell system to commercial vehicles and various types of mobility, as well as to create a fuel cell vehicle with a price point that is comparable to a plug-in electric. As of right now Hyundai is developing a sports car with 670 horsepower that goes from 0-60 in 4 seconds using fuel cell. Brian shares a tid bit on his experience driving a 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander. It is an All-Wheel Control, 3 row SUV. He says it’s a comfortable and nice ride. Alan switches topics and asks Brian what the best leases are available for September 2021. Brian points out that a lot of cars are going over its MSRP. Vehicles such as the Buick Encore GX, the Chevy Trailblazer, the Chevy Trax, the Kia Niro, and the Kia Sportage. Alan says Kia is hot on the marketplace and Brian agrees especially with the Kia Telluride and the Kia Carnival. Up next is Karl Brauer – Automotive Industry Analyst, Forbes Autos Contributor, North American Car and Truck of the Year juror and board member. Executive Analyst for ISEECars.com and Executive Publisher at CarExpert.com. Karl opens about a study that shows what states are selling their used cars for, and that sometimes traveling outside your state to purchase a vehicle may save you money. Colorado and Utah’s average used car price is just shy of $25k, while Alaska is around $30k. Karl says Indiana is the cheapest at around $22k. They duo briefly talk about the chip shortage and those new cars are selling fast like the Hyundai Santa Cruz. Karl shares how Ford is offering monetary benefits and or other benefits to appease their Ford Bronco buyers for having to wait between 8- 14 months to get their vehicle. Alan shifts gears and say’s Biden wants 50% of the new cars being sold in the U.S. to be electric by 2030. He is thinking about adding $4500 on top of the already $7500 federal tax credit. The catch? The electric vehicle must have been built in a union-controlled facility. Those who are not unionized will not be included! Alan feels this is a bit anti-productive. BJ Killeen – Automotive Journalist and Voice of Reason joins Alan next. BJ opens their conversation on the topic of E-fuel or synthetic fuel. Porsche has developed and will produce it for race cars, sports car, and classic cars at a whopping $9.00 per gallon. They are building a factory and project to produce 145,000,000 by year 2026. For now, they will be putting it in their race cars. For those who are worried about the planet, BJ shares that it reduces the carbon dioxide emissions existing in internal combustion engines by 85%. Wrapping up the show with Alan is George Kennedy III – Co-Founder of Cartender and Freelance Automotive Journalist for CarGurus, Boston Globe, and U.S.News & World Report. George is test driving an “opulent” 2021 Mercedes Benz S580, the executive line, and says he really likes it. The smoothness of its driving is on whole different level. Doesn’t feel like you’re driving. It’s got a hybrid twin turbo V8, with 483 horsepower, 516 lb.-torque, with an EQ boost. He also test drove a hybrid Ford F150 King Ranch. Comfortable interior, lots of room, and smooth riding. Before Alan and George close the show, they discuss briefly about Japanese mini cars, “Kei Cars”. They are fun and small and perfect for a small business owner to do errands and shopping in. George shares that in Rhode Island, the DMV has put a “stay” on these vehicles and are insisting owners turn in their plates. They have enlisted help from the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators, a non-government agency to which has no authority to regulate.