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COVID-19, What it Means for Our Economy, and Audi Q7 and S4 | #407

COVID-19, What it Means for Our Economy, and Audi Q7 and S4 | #407

FromThe Drive with Alan Taylor


COVID-19, What it Means for Our Economy, and Audi Q7 and S4 | #407

FromThe Drive with Alan Taylor

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Length:
84 minutes
Released:
Mar 14, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

COVID-19 is on everyone's minds these days as we face a global pandemic. In response, almost every event has been canceled for the duration of this outbreak. Automotive Journalist and Voice of Reason, BJ Killeen, discusses the closure of the Geneva Auto show, the pushback of the New York Auto Show, and the suspension of other big events like Coachella and SuiteWorld. We also chat about an incredible new regenerative tire concept, and take a lighter turn by checking out the current Presidential candidates rides. Up next, JoshCAR Hollywood Car Consultant, Josh Hancock, gives us his impressions on the new Batmobile and the new Ford Bronco. Changing lanes, Automotive/Motorcycle Industry Insider, Mike Caudill, fills us in on some of the measures that President Trump has taken during this national crisis and reflects on the hysteria surrounding the pandemic. Perhaps a lot of people are overreacting? Then, Automotive Journalist for Autosense and Roadgear, Brian Armstead, reviews the new Audi Q7 and S4. These vehicles have been heavily refreshed and adopt a set of slick new safety, technological, and aesthetic features. The comparison between these two vehicles is one of comfortability vs speed. Closing out the show, Automotive Analyst for Parade and News Max, and "The Car Coach", Lauren Fix, discusses how this pandemic may spell the end for big car shows, why companies should be looking to doing more digital reveals to save money, and how these event closures will have a huge impact on the revenue streams for racing and other sporting events. Tune in to get the latest automotive news and reviews.

[00:00:00] COVID-19 Continues to Shutdown Events
[00:05:58] Never Have to Replace your Tires Again?
[00:12:30] What Do the Candidates Drive?
[00:19:51] New Batmobile and Ford Bronco
[00:30:36] National State of Emergency
[00:35:53] Virus Hysteria, Toilet Paper Shortage
[00:42:14] Audi Q7 vs S4, Comfortability vs Speed
[00:48:18] Audi A4, S4 Refreshed/ COVID-19 Warning
[00:54:45] Audi S4 and A4 Changes
[01:02:06] Audi Q7 Brings On the Tech
[01:10:53] This the Tipping Point for Auto Shows?
[01:18:07] COVID-19 Economic Implications
Released:
Mar 14, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

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THE DRIVE brings you all the latest automotive news, product reviews, celebrity guests and more. Hosted by award-winning automotive expert, Alan Taylor. For many years, Alan's expertise and quick wit has entertained millions on ABC, CBS, CNN, NBC, FOX, and the Speed Channel.