AB Podcast #21 – “Luxury-Like” Episode

March 30, 2010 by Colin Bird

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This week’s theme was decided after the fact. We went with the name “Luxury-Like” after I slipped up and referred to “Lexus” as “Luxury.” This episode is all about prestige and perception. Along with mainstay Joel Feder we are joined by Justin Loyear, moderator and editor at Cheers and Gears.

The Garage:

Joel has his hands on a Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Z71. Justin had a Chevrolet Camaro SS, which he took on an 800 mile excursion to Las Vegas for the weekend.

This Week in Car News:

  • GM Unveils EN-V Concept [link]
  • 2011 Chrysler 200C [link]
  • Volvo Killing Wagons/V8 Sedans? [link]

Clip of the Week:

  • Chrysler starts heavy-duty Ram ads [link]

Tweetmeme:

2012 Ford Explorer caught completely disrobed [link]

Talking Points:

Art & Science: Cadillac is honestly the only brand that sort of has an uncertain future at General Motors. Now don’t get us wrong, we don’t think Cadillac is the next brand on the chopping block, at least not yet, but we do think there needs to be some questions answered about the future of the brand. In this section we talk about the perceptions of Cadillac within the general buying public. We speculate on Cadillac’s future and whether or not it can ever become a serious competitor to Lexus, Mercedes and BMW in terms of sales in America.

Daimler Succubus: After destroying one sacrificial lamb, Daimler is on the hunt for its next prey partner [link]

Listen, Comment and Enjoy!

For additional information visit AutoBird, Accelerate Minneapolis and CheersandGears.com

Images By: Andrew Walensa

P.S. Check out the C&G’s forum thread: EXCITEMENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  

 

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  • Mr. F.T. Horn
    I've been subscribed to your podcast for a couple of months, now. Never been to any related websites, except now that I feel compelled to leave a comment.

    While describing the new renderings of the Sebring (as noted, by JackRatchett), each successive sentence ended UP in intonation, as if asking a question. That speech pattern is like fingernails on a chalkboard to me. No offense intended, but it is very very annoying. Normal sentences should end DOWN, not up. Again, sorry, a pet peeve.

    One other noted, you (guys) should invest in some quality mics. Might I suggest something from blue?
    http://www.bluemic.com/consume...
  • Cbird2
    Hey Buddy;

    I'm very glad you commented. We are always looking for positive reinforcement. We will listen to this part and try not to do that again. All of us are actually upgrading our microphones in the coming weeks. So expect to hear some improvements :)

    I hope you keep listening.
  • Luke
    Great podcast as usual Colin and Joel!
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