Drive Thru News #14 - #becausechips

The GTM's monthly news episode 'The Drive Thru' covers a wide range of automotive and motorsport topics for its 14th episode. The episode is sponsored by organizations like HPDEjunkie, Hooked on Driving, AmericanMuscle, and others. The hosts discuss the G Wagon electric concept by Mercedes, touching on its design and features, followed by criticisms towards the new Mercedes Maybach. They also delve into BMW's new electric bicycle and the Rolls Royce Hybrid Dump Truck. The session highlights new releases and concepts from Volkswagen, Audi, and Porsche, including their forays into electric vehicles (EVs). In domestic car news, it covers Ford's cancellation of the Maverick pickup due to chip shortages, Chrysler's new CEO, and Stellantis's attempts to gain exemptions from gas engine phase-outs. The episode also explores topics related to Rivian's first electric pickup truck, Lucid Air's high-range EV, and Tesla's ongoing challenges. An intriguing segment features Florida Man stories, including UFO sightings and bizarre criminal acts. The show wraps up with motorsport news, track side reports, member acknowledgements, and local event updates. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00:00 Special Guest Host Introduction 00:01:13 Mercedes G Wagon Electric Concept 00:04:53 Mercedes Maybach Discussion 00:09:05 BMW's Electric Innovations 00:14:11 Volkswagen's Electric Future 00:21:26 Audi's Grand Sphere Concept 00:28:12 Porsche's Mission R and 718 00:35:38 Audi's Heritage Video 00:37:03 Heartwarming Audi Legacy 00:38:30 Stellantis Drama and Supercar Exemptions 00:41:40 Chrysler's New CEO and Brand Future 00:47:21 Ford's EV Crate Engine and Production Challenges 00:53:52 JDM Vehicles and the New Acura Integra 01:00:12 Subaru WRX Controversy 01:04:11 Hyundai and Kia's Bold Designs 01:09:22 Lost and Found: Geo Metro and Barn Finds 01:14:07 Hidden Car Collections in London 01:14:57 Rust Valley Restorers Auction 01:17:21 Obsolete Car Features 01:22:50 Saab Heritage Museum 01:25:01 World Record Holding Volvo 01:30:52 EV Market Updates 01:45:25 Tesla's Autopilot Issues 01:49:04 The Challenges of Autonomous Driving 01:49:34 The Debate on Self-Driving Safety 01:51:47 Driving as a Form of Freedom 01:53:35 Electric Cars in Law Enforcement 01:55:43 Tesla's Laser Windshield Wipers 01:58:38 Magnus Walker's Car Renderings 02:01:44 Outrunning the Police in the UK 02:04:22 Luxurious Motorhomes for the Wealthy 02:05:46 Florida Man Stories 02:17:38 Motorsports News and Updates 02:22:38 Upcoming Events and Announcements 02:27:00 Closing Remarks and Thank Yous ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/