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Driving the GMC Canyon, and pour one out for the Camaro | Autoblog Podcast #812

In this episode of the Autoblog Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Greg Migliore is joined by Road Test Editor Zac Palmer. They start by discussing the the cars they’ve been driving, including the 2023 GMC Canyon AT4, ECD Jaguar E-Type EV, ECD Land Rover Defender 110 and the Genesis GV60. Next, they hit the news starting with the Chevrolet Camaro production ending. Rumors about the Hyundai N Vision 74 are bandied about, and then the two discuss the latest McLaren iteration named the GTS, which is a refresh of the GT. Lastly, the pair discuss who they think were the most influential leaders in the automotive industry throughout 2023

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Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale revealed, Dodge Challenger Black Ghost driven | Autoblog Podcast #796

In this episode of the Autoblog Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Greg Migliore is joined by Senior Editor John Beltz Snyder. John has been driving the 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392, while Greg has been making noise in another last call from Dodge, the 2023 Challenger Black Ghost. John, along with Associate Editor Byron Hurd, recently tested the 2023 Honda CR-V and Kia Sportage hybrids for an upcoming comparison review.

In the news, Felipe Massa seeks to overturn the 2008 F1 Championship in his favor through legal means; Ford might return to the street-performance truck scene with the F-150 Lobo; Volkswagen has been hinting at something interesting at the Munich show by tweeting a mysterious video of a rabbit (the animal); and while the podcast recording was underway, Alfa Romeo unveiled its beautiful 33 Stradale supercar.

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Autoblog Podcast #796

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Woodward Dream Cruise 2003: Mega gallery of classics, off-roaders and more

We just spent the entire day in and around the Motor City enjoying the automotive sights and sounds of the Woodward Dream Cruise. According to the event’s website, the Dream Cruise attracts over a million people every year to see a collection of “more than 40,000 muscle cars, street rods, custom, collector and special interest vehicles.” That’s a lot of people and a lot of vehicles. And if you couldn’t be there this year in person, perhaps our galleries from this year’s festivities are the next best thing.

We kicked things off up above with muscle cars, classics and hot rods, since those make up the largest part of the collection. But below you’ll see galleries of modern performance vehicles, trucks and off-roaders and, finally, the strangest sights we were able to point our camera lenses at. Enjoy!

Goodbye Chevy Bolt, hello baby Ram and electric Chrysler 300 replacement? | Autoblog Podcast # 779

In this episode of the Autoblog Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Greg Migliore is joined by Senior Editor Jeremy Korzeniewski. They kick things off this week with some news. The Chevy Bolt and Bolt EUV will be discontinued. The McLaren 750S gets revealed and a four-door new flagship McLaren are rumored. Did Chrysler show dealers an electric 300 replacement, did we spy a new compact Ram, and are we closer to a production version of the Genesis X Convertible? Also, Greg recently visited Michigan Central Station, which Ford is revitalizing.

In this week’s fleet, your hosts discuss driving the Genesis Electrified GV70, Chevy Tahoe RST Performance Edition and the Polaris RZR XP. Finally, they take to Reddit for this week’s “Spend My Money” segment.

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Buick Wildcat and Electra concepts, Ford Maverick | Autoblog Podcast #732

In this episode of the Autoblog Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Greg Migliore is joined by Road Test Editor Zac Palmer. They lead off with a discussion of the news. This section touches on the DeLorean Alpha5, Buick Wildcat EV Concept reveal, revival of the Buick Electra name, production reveal of the Mercedes-AMG One and some scuttle about Volkswagen’s recently-bought Scout brand. After that, they move on to the cars they’ve been driving, including the Ford Maverick and Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid.

After the pair finish with what they’ve been driving, the podcast transitions to an interview between Greg Migliore and former Car and Driver Editor-in-Chief Eddie Alterman. Finally, Greg and Zac wrap things up with some more spring and summer beer recommendations.

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Autoblog Podcast #732

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Hyundai Santa Cruz, Kona N and Elantra Hybrid | Autoblog Podcast #691

In this episode of the Autoblog Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Greg Migliore is joined by West Coast Editor, James Riswick. They’ve been driving a lot of new cars, including the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz pickup, 2022 Hyundai Kona N, 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid, 2021 Acura TLX Type S and 2022 Hyundai Genesis G70. Lamborghini revealed a modern interpretation of the Countach, for better or worse. Finally, they heelp a listener replace a 2013 Ford Edge in this week’s “Spend My Money” segment.

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Driving the McLaren GT, Audi S7 and Vintage Electric Cafe bicycle | Autoblog Podcast #639

In this week’s Autoblog Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Greg Migliore is joined by West Coast Editor James Riswick and Road Test Editor Zac Palmer. This week, they’ve been having some fun in the McLaren GT and the Toyota 86 GT. James has spent some time with the very lovely Vintage Electric Cafe e-bike. They’ve also been driving the Ford Ranger and Audi S7. In the news, Ford gets new leadership, and Micro Machines are back, baby!

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2020 Chicago Auto Show Editors’ Picks

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The Chicago Auto Show usually isn’t home to the biggest and boldest debuts, but that allows other vehicles and their variants to shine. Interestingly, our top favorite vehicles this year are all variants of cars that are on sale right now.

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Fifth Place: 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid — 26 points

Senior Editor, Green, John Snyder: “It’s elegant and efficient. I like its U.S. specs. Give me a plug-in, though.”

Consumer Editor, Jeremy Korzeniewski: “This is the most attractive midsize sedan on the market, and the hybrid powertrain adds an extra dose of fuel-sipping practicality that will make a heck of a lot of sense for Americans looking for a nice comfortable commuter of family mobile. And even if the solar roof doesn’t add much range, it sure does look cool.”

Fourth Place: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica — 31 points

Assistant Editor, Zac Palmer: In a small show as the Chicago Auto Show was this year, the Pacifica was the biggest surprise for me. I love the styling changes, and those quilted throw pillows … they are choice, and I’m glad to see Chrysler adding in some plush luxury to its minivan.

Managing Editor, Greg Rasa: “A new look, nice interior and all-wheel drive for the best minivan in the business. There were wilder, sexier products in Chicago, but this one gets points for real-world appeal.”

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Third Place: 2020 Mercedes-Benz Metris Weekender — 42 points

Senior Producer, Chris McGraw: “In May of 2018 I fell in love when I drove the VW California here in the States. In the two years since there hasn’t been a single camper van you can buy direct from the dealer until now. You wouldn’t catch me dead in an RV but a van like this is perfect, provided it doesn’t cost an outrageous amount of money, which, unfortunately it probably will.”

Associate Editor Byron Hurd: “What can I say? I used to camp in a Mercedes-Benz van, so how can I not feel at least some degree of fondness for this? I like that it’s more compact than some of the big Sprinter-based builds, too. Much more practical for the average ‘Let’s drive our house’ crowd.”

Second Place: 2020 Ford GT — 43 points

Editor-in-Chief, Greg Migliore: A refresh is typically pretty boring. Not when it comes to the GT. Now it’s making 660 hp and offers a gorgeous Gulf livery, which I prefer to the liquid carbon version. The GT is one of the most exhilarating cars I’ve ever driven. Now it’s even better. I guess I need to drive it again.

Social Media Manager, Michael Ferrara: “Bring on the carbon, the Liquid Carbon! So glad Ford is revisiting the GT. The GT is truly is one of the best cars ever made.”

First Place: 2020 Jeep Gladiator Mojave — 55 points

Associate Editor, Joel Stocksdale: “It would have been really easy for Jeep to just roll out another paint and graphics edition, but the Mojave has significant and thoughtful mechanical upgrades that make it something special.”

Production Manager, Eddie Sabatini: “I’ve not owned a Jeep of any kind but I’m quickly becoming a Gladiator fanboy. I doubt I’ll ever spend anywhere near $45K on a vehicle but if I were to, this would be near the top of my list.”

Editor-in-Chief Greg Migliore: “I like that Jeep is already looking at ways to evolve the Gladiator. The desert tuning provides awesome capability, and many of those practical enhancements, like the huge tires and lift kit, make the Gladiator look even meaner in Mojave trim. I would love to tackle the dunes in this Jeep.”

AEV Recruit Ram 1500 Pickup Truck

For 21 years now, American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) has been the world’s premier supplier of aftermarket parts and upgrades for Ram and Jeep vehicles, with a focus on off-road recreational driving and overland adventure travel. Their latest development is the Recruit Ram 1500 Pickup Truck, outfitted with a host of upgrades that take the already capable 4X4 to new levels of performance.

Allowing Ram 1500 drivers to push their truck farther off-road while maintaining the smooth handling & towing/payload capabilities, the Recruit package features a DualSport SC Suspension which lifts the vehicle 4 inches and makes room for much larger wheels and tires (Mesa wheels wrapped in 37×12.50 BF Goodrich KM2 Mud Terrain rubber).

The kit also includes a stamped steel front bumper, a massive skid plate, heat reduction hood with raised air intake, a premium front bumper with optional 3/16” winch mount, and Vision X halogen driving lights. Optional add-ons include a snorkel, multi-purpose fully-mounted bed rack, LED light bar, and interior premium leather packages.

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2019 GMC Sierra Elevation

The new generation Sierra lineup has a new bold member, one that mixes a youthful, athletic stance with inherent truck capabilities and functionality. Able to take you and your gear far off the beaten path, the 2019 GMC Sierra Elevation is a menacing vehicle that’ll make you stand out from the pack.

Build upon the strong bodywork of the ongoing double cab model with chiseled fenders and a tall hood with a bigger grille than any previous Sierras, Elevation sets itself apart with unique monochromatic door handles, bumpers and grille surround. The confident design is accented by black exterior details such as the grille insert, tow hooks, side window trim and 20″ aluminum wheels.

The new truck also features new high-intensity LED headlamps all over, two- or four-wheel-drive configurations, and more interior room both front & rear. Other details include preset driving modes such as Tour mode and Terrain mode, an optional X31 Off-Road package that offers unique suspension tuning, locking rear differential, Hill Descent Control, protective underbody skid plates, and more.

The Sierra Elevation arrives standard with an all-new 2.7L turbocharged engine (310-hp and 348 lb-ft of torque) with an 8-speed automatic transmission, but can also be configured with a 5.3L V-8 or a new 3.0L turbo-diesel inline-six-cylinder engine matched with a 10-speed automatic transmission.

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1942 Dodge WC-56 Command Vehicle

In case you didn’t know, vintage military trucks are a hot thing now. Last week we’ve written about a rare Dodge WC-58 Radio Car and now, we’ve spotted another WWII icon, a 1942 Dodge Command Vehicle— the transport of choice for General Patton himself.

Arriving at the Auburn Spring Auction on May 12, this (still) highly-capable off-roader is an older frame-off rebuild. At its heart, is a six-cylinder Chrysler flathead petrol engine coupled with a 4-speed manual transmission, producing around 100 bhp & 180 ft-lb of torque.

Solid axles on leaf springs front and back ensure the ol’ 4WD Dodge can tackle bumpy terrain, while a folding canvas soft top provides versatility in different weather conditions.

Expected to fetch north of $60K, the truck comes with all the appropriate accessories including an entrenchment tool and axe mounted at the rear, jerry can, spare tire, and even a brass fire extinguisher, presenting itself as it would have in its glorious days.

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OX Flat-Pack Truck

Named after its unique construction which allows it to be flat-packed within itself and transported more efficiently around the world, the OX Flat-Pack Truck is unlike any other vehicle. It offers reliable, cost-effective all-terrain mobility that’s especially needed in developing countries, and now, oil giant Shell is looking to bring it to India.

Built by world-renowned automotive engineer and designer, Professor Gordon Murray, the OX is a lightweight truck that can seat up to 13 people and carry 4,200 lb over rough terrain.

Fitted with a bespoke chassis and suspension, the durable vehicle has been designed to “perform as well as, or better than, a four-wheel drive vehicle, while offering low cost and durable mobility with two driven wheels.”

Even better, the ground-breaking truck can be disassembled; the parts fit within its own frame, while a separate crate can hold the engine and gearbox. This means that six OXs can be packed and transported in just one standard shipping container, and once at the destination, the trucks can be assembled by three trained professionals in just 12 hours!

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2018 Moab Easter Jeep Safari Concepts

Just like they do every year for the Easter Jeep Safari in Moab (Utah), Jeep has unveiled another great batch of mud-loving vehicles.

A total of seven cars, the 2018 Moab Easter Jeep Safari Concepts include trucks for every preference, from a Baja racing-inspired model to a lightweight Wrangler dubbed 4SPEED, or a modern Jeepster. The star of the bunch seems to be the Wagoneer Roadtrip, a restored 1965 model which now has a longer (an extra 5-inch) body and sports custom fender flares, revamped wheel wells & bumpers, and a mean razor grille.

The old-school beaut rides on new 17-inch steel wheels with BF Goodrich Mud-Terrain tires and is powered by a new 5.7-liter V-8 engine. Other details include a boxed and reinforced frame, Dana 44 axles, four-link suspension, original bench seats covered in oxblood leather, wicker ceiling, and ultra cool-looking Bottle Green architectural glass. Feast your eyes on the rest of the concepts below!

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2019 GMC Sierra Denali

The 2019 GMC Sierra Denali sports an industry-first MultiPro Tailgate – a multifunctional, transforming tailgate made of carbon fiber which is lightweight but also dent, scratch, and corrosion resistant, making it the most durable pickup box in its category.

Featuring a massive upright grille, taller hood, and bold C-shaped lights, the new Sierra has a menacing stance. It’s lighter, has the best-in-class cargo box volume, more passenger legroom and storage, larger tires, and an optional new 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder turbo-diesel engine. Tech upgrades include an array of cameras mounted on the hitch, side and trailer, plus a large multicolor heads-up display.

The most noteworthy selling point, however, is the innovative tailgate that offers six different positions for easier loading/unloading and functions such as a step/seat with a 375-pound weight capacity, and a standing workstation.

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