DriveTime Radio with New York Vinnie

New York Vinnie drives solo today in this Saturday morning's edition of the show to let you know about the surgery he will have during the opening of the show, along with some information about how the show will modify its format following his recovery. Then, he comments on the lack of universality between electric vehicles when it comes to keeping them charged when you're out on the road and using dedicated charging stations. This week, Vinnie drives the Mazda CX-30 Turbo and reviews the Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro on the DriveTime Road Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Saturday's edition of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie starts the show by talking about the importance of winterizing your vehicle and his thoughts on the playoff push as the Mariners get ready to conclude their regular season. Then, he invites Vaughn Glace to the show. He's your next-door neighbor who drove gokarts and is now developing a career driving racecars. This week, Vinnie drives the Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro and reviews the 2022 Honda Civic HPD on the DriveTime Road Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Vinnie begins this week's edition of DriveTime Radio by discussing the shortage of Big Rig drivers in the California area, and how it is projected to cause major supply issues within the USA. Then, he introduces you to the Ford Rivian all-electric truck along with how tax credits for purchasing an electric vehicle may skyrocket. This week, Vinnie drives the 2022 Honda Civic and reviews the Lexus UX 200 on the DriveTime Road Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Vinnie stays in the driver's seat for the entire hour of this week's edition of DriveTime Radio to go into detail about the crisis of the computer chip shortage that's wreaking havoc in the automotive industry. Then, he follows up from his interview last week with John Vincent about Mudfest by providing the list of vehicles that made it to the top. After that, he goes back to the automotive industry to examine why budgets are being slashed internally. This week, Vinnie drives the Lexus UX 200 and provides a quick review of the Hyundai Santa Cruz on the DriveTime Road Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Vinnie starts his engines on this week's edition of DriveTime Radio by commemorating the 20th anniversary of 9/11 as well as addressing the dealership shortage due to the absence of computer chips to put in cars. Then, he speaks with John Vincent from the Northwest Automotive Press Association about Mudfest 2021, where consumer vehicles compete to find out which manufacturer makes the most off-road capable vehicle. After that, he interviews Mike Bianchi about his cucumber derby event. This week, Vinnie gives his first impressions on the Hyundai Santa Cruz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by reminiscing about the Good Humor ice cream trucks and how they were an icon of the summer. Then, Mercedes Lilienthal from caranddriver.com joins the program to introduce the idea of dwarf cars, and how a man named Ernie Adams is fabricating small, driveable replicas of real life automobiles out of trashed refrigerators that can even race! This week, Vinnie drives the Toyota Highlander and reviews the 2021 Mazda CX-9 on the DriveTime Road Test Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by advising you why you need to make sure your tires are always at the correct tire pressure, and there's no excuse why you shouldnt. Then, he talks about what you need to drive across the border to Canada now that the border is open again. He also has his final weekly check-in with Jeff Ehoodin from drivetowardacure.org who is putting on the final touches for his trip. This week Vinnie drives the Mazda CX-9 and reviews the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon on the DriveTime Road Test. Plus, a special look at the Mazda CX-5 from Nathan the producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Saturday morning's edition of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by talking about the issues with first model cars, especially the Chevrolet Bolt battery recall that affects every Bolt. Then, Jeff Ehoodin from drivetowardacure.org joins us to talk about some of the fatigue he's experienced but still pushing through on his road trip. Finally, he puts the spotlight on Barris Kustom Industries which makes custom cars from the mid-1900s. This week, Vinnie drives the Volkswagen Arteon and reviews the Hyundai Tucson on the DriveTime Road Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Saturday's edition of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by giving a recap of the Field of Dreams game which took place on Thursday. Then, he stays in Iowa to put the spotlight on Dyersville, which Vinnie has dubbed the capitol of diecast cars. Finally, he checks in with Jeff Ehoodin from drivetowardacure.org who is now in North Carolina preparing to take on the Tail of the Dragon. This week, Vinnie drives the Toyota Sienna minivan and reviews the Hyundai Tucson on the DriveTime Road Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Vinnie begins this week's edition of DriveTime Radio by talking about the lowering on the speed limits on Seattle arterial roads. Then, Jeff Ehoodin gives us a call from the desert to tell us about how Shell has partnered up with drivetowardacure.org to give you the chance to win a $200 gas card. This week, Vinnie drives the Hyundai Tucson and reviews the Ford F-350 Super Duty on the road test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Saturday morning's edition of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie is on location in Winnemucca, Nevada. He begins by giving some history about the town he is in before checking in with Jeff Ehoodin from drivetowardacure.org who is now in Littleton, Colorado. Then, he comments on how someone stole the current Bonneville Salt Flats sign. This week, New York Vinnie drives the Ford F-350 and reviews the Chevrolet Silverado Duramax on the Road Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Vinnie opens this week's edition of DriveTime Radio by giving some advice about planning a road trip during wildfire season to keep you and your car as safe as possible. Then, he has his weekly check-in with Jeff Ehoodin who's driving toward a cure for Parkinson's Disease and is currently in Yellowstone. Plus, he interviews Lance Lambert from The Vintage Vehicle Show about the bounceback of the Western Washington car show scene and where you can find the events again. This week, Vinnie drives the Chevrolet Silverado Duramax Diesel and reviews the Ford Ranger Tremor on the DriveTime Road Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Returning Auto Shows with Jill Ciminillo | Ford Ranger pt1 New York Vinnie jams a lot of content into this week's edition of DriveTime Radio. To begin the show, he comments on the issue of people throwing objects off highway overpasses onto cars below before checking in with Jeff Ehoodin who is stopping in Chicago on his Drive Toward a Cure road trip. Then, Vinnie is joined by Jill Ciminillo from pickuptrucktalk.com who brings good news about auto shows coming back to full swing following the pandemic shutdowns. This week, Vinnie drives the 2021 Ford Ranger Tremor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie takes his first stop with Jeff Ehoodin from Drive Toward a Cure for Parkinson's Disease, who will check in each Saturday as their 75 Days of Summer drive event unfolds. In this segment, they talk about some of the history and prizes involved with the event to form a community experience. This week, Vinnie drives the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat and reviews the Lincoln Nautilus on the road test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy 4th of July weekend from us at DriveTime Radio! This week, New York Vinnie begins by chatting about cars in hot weather and how they can possibly start fires by parking in the wrong spots. Then, Vinnie checks in with Jim Sharifi from US News and World Report to go over how the trends of automotive sales suggest we are moving back to a pre-covid normalcy. Plus, the top 10 best deals you can get right now. This week, Vinnie drives the Lincoln Nautilus and reviews the Subaru Crosstrek with special guest Lori Gates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this scorching edition of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by sharing the proper ways to stay cool in your car when you just want to hop in your car and turn on the A/C to escape the heat. Then, Carl Pulley from Honda joins the show to talk about one of the top selling cars in the U.S., the Honda Civic, and why it appeals to virtually every age of person. This week, Vinnie drives the Subaru Crosstrek XV and reviews the Mercedes-Benz GLC 35 AMG on the DriveTime Road Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt McAleer from Stellantis with Dodge SRT joins New York Vinnie to talk about the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye. They cover everything from what powered it to existence to why it's also a great family car. This week, Vinnie drives the Mercedes-Benz GLA 35 AMG and reviews the Dodge Charter SRT Hellcat Redeye on the road test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's edition of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by discussing the shortage of cars to sell, both used and new. Then, he talks about the various ways other countries instruct vehicular safety after he introduces what he's driving this week. This week, Vinnie drives the Dodge Charger Hellcat Redeye and reviews the Hyundai Sonata N Line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Vinnie revs up this week's edition of DriveTime Radio by talking about the re-emergence of the hot rod community since they basically had two years to work on their cars with the COVID year. Then, he talks about places to take a day road trip to while chatting with Nathan the producer about truck stops and gas station food along the way. This week, Vinnie drives the Hyundai Sonata N Line and reviews the Lexus LS 500 in the road test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Vinnie begins this week's edition of DriveTime Radio by giving you a history of the Bonneville Salt Flats and how top speed records became a competition. Then, motorsports reporter Kirby Arnold returns to the show to continue their conversation about this year's Indianapolis 500. This week, Vinnie drives the Lexus LS 500 F Sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by sharing about the latest stops of his road trip, where he is now in San Francisco after visiting Salt Lake City last week. Then, motorsports reporter Kirby Arnold joins the show to chat about the Indy 500 and how it's returning to normalcy following the COVID-19 pandemic, plus what's to come in this year's big competition. This week, Vinnie drives the Genesis GV80. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Vinnie gets on the road this week to host the show from Salt Lake City, Utah. He begins by commenting on the history of the roles gas stations have played in America, as well as the recent gasoline crisis in the east coast due to the pipeline hacking. Then, Vinnie talks about higher speed limits and tells the story of how he got pulled over by a state patrol officer in Idaho for... using his blinker??? This week's road test features the 2021 Kia Sorento. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Mother's Day from us at DriveTime Radio! This week, New York Vinnie brings Mothers across the country tips on how they can most effectively teach their children to drive, especially these days when the pandemic makes it more difficult to register for a driving school. Plus, the proper etiquette to minimize prejudice when a policeman pulls you over. This week's road rest features the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Vinnie begins this week's edition of DriveTime Radio by talking about the newest generation (11) of the Honda Civic and how it's taking more traditional appeal. Plus, how Tesla has pioneered the electrification of automobiles and the benefits of owning an EV. Then for the main segment, New York Vinnie discusses the shortage of tanker drivers in the United States and how it might make it tougher to take a vacation in an RV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this edition of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie celebrates sustainability by speaking about how electric cars are beginning to appear more frequently on the streets of greater Seattle. Then, he welcomes Jamie Page Deaton from US News and World Report to talk about some of the top electric vehicles today and how some of them are introducing new sustainability features in addition to the electric motor. This week's road test features the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Vinnie opens this week's episode of DriveTime Radio by talking about how different car reviewers make their content stand out from others in the media. Plus, the benefits of owning a smaller sized truck. Then for the main segment, Vinnie interviews John Cacioppo, who is participating in the Drive Toward a Cure for Parkinson's Disease. They cover some of his favorite moments driving the 2012 Porsche 911 convertible cross country, and why this cause matters so much to him. To make a pledge, visit www.drivetowardacure.org. This week's road test features the Mitsubishi Outlander Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, New York Vinnie talks about the next vehicle to join the small pickup truck family, the Hyundai Santa Cruz. Then, he talks about the current issues revolving around vehicles from theives to street racing. This week's road test features the Ford F-150 Platinum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Saturday's episode of Drivetime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by putting the spotlight on his top 5 upcoming cars that are sure to provide a thrill for all walks of life. Then, he talks about the growing problem of street racing in the Tacoma and Fife areas; why he thinks it's happening and how Pierce County plans to enforce it. This week's road test features the BMW 440i. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Saturday's edition of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie starts by talking about how it's more difficult these days to perform 'do it yourself' type tasks on cars now that they're more computerized. Then, he jump starts a new segment named "The Lost Car" where he spotlights a vehicle model that never made to production on the streets. Plus, Vinnie and Nathan chat about dealers creating videos reviewing your car's service appointment. This week's Road Test features the Ford Mustang Mach E. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Saturday's edition of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie talks about the formation of Stellantis and what the electrification of off-road vehicles can mean to those who drive those vehicles, both for commuting and recreation through the woods. Then, he gives a detailed look at the car he's driving this week: The Ford Mustang Mach E. This week's road test features the Chevrolet Silverado Trail Boss Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Top of the mornin' to ye on DriveTime Radio! This week, New York Vinnie celebrates St. Patrick's Day by talking about the Irish automotive industry. He covers how Ireland was involved in the automotive industry, from traffic signals to DeLorean. This week's road test features the Mazda3 Turbo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie celebrates International Women's Day by inviting Amy Lerner to the show, a rally driver who took part in Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia this year to talk about what it's like competing in a male-dominated sport. Then, Jill Ciminillo from Pickup Truck & SUV Talk joins the show to talk about the safety behind the wheel of a larger vehicle, and... cupholders??? This week, Vinnie drives the BMW M440i. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Vinnie begins this week's edition by talking about an incident he had in a motorcycle crash which put him in a similar situation as Tiger Woods with his recent accident and the process of surviving and recovering from the horrifying scene. Then, he chats about the news of a bill to remove credit scoring from insurance rates. This week's road test features the Lexus LX 570. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by discussing the Perseverance rover landing on Mars and the technology running it. Then, he goes over the consumer reports top 10 for reliability and which brand jumped its way to the top. This week, Vinnie drives the Mazda3 Turbo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Vinnie begins this Saturday's episode of DriveTime Radio by providing the information you need to know to drive effectively in the snow. Then, he has a special feature for Valentine's Day by chatting about the Tesla dating service where Tesla owners can find their perfect match. This week's road test features the 2021 Honda Odyssey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Vinnie begins this week's show by talking about the manual shifting car Cadillac is bringing back to their showroom. Then, Martyn Schorr from Car Guy Chronicles joins us to talk about his book “Day One: An Automotive Journalist's Muscle-Car Memoir” and how it got an endorsement from a high-profile celebrity. This week, Vinnie drives the Honda Odyssey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Vinnie begins this week's episode of DriveTime Radio by talking about his memories of lumberyards on past road trips. He also provides some information about when and how electric vehicles will take over the roads across the globe. Then, Perry Stern from AutoNXT returns to the show to explain to us how an electrically run automotive future is not as bad as it seems for all automotive enthusiasts. This week's road test features the Toyota 4Runner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by chatting about the recent passing of radio talk show host Larry King. In the main segment, Zoran Lazovski, the CEO of Volkswagen Cloud Seattle joins the show to talk about how their Seattle base will serve as a hub to connect all Volkswagens globally. This week's road test features the Lexus IS300. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Saturday's episode of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by chatting about the relationship between consumers and salesmen and how the pandemic has shifted that interaction, particularly with Tesla and Nissan. Then, he presents some news about Caterpillar and how they're working to make their utility vehicles autonomous. This week's road test features the 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Saturday's edition of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by sharing about the new General Motors logo which was just recently unveiled and how it represents the future of the company. Additionally, he talks about Mazda bringing an electric vehicle to the US market. Later, he continues the discussion of electric vehicles with the latest installments from Ford and Jeep. This week, Vinnie is driving the Mercedes-Benz GLE 63 W4S AMG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy New Year and GOODBYE 2020 from us at DriveTime Radio! In this installment, New York Vinnie talks about the 5 cars he had the hardest time saying goodbye to in 2020. He also lets you know about the innovations coming in 2021 along with some of the new models he is looking forward to driving. This week, Vinnie is driving the Infiniti Q50 Red Sport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Merry Christmas from your friends at DriveTime Radio! This week, New York Vinnie gives his point of view on how cars have become much better over the years, outpacing the nostalgic classic cars in terms of performance and reliability. Then, he throws it back to a segment with Mose Noland when they discussed his history with the Oscar nominated film Ford V Ferrari. This week, Vinnie drives the Chevrolet Trailblazer and hand-picks the top 5 cars he drove this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this edition of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by chatting about the tradition of searching for the perfect Christmas tree from tree farms along with the various tow trucks that exist in the world. Then, he suggests some unusual and practical gifts for driving enthusiasts. This week's road test features the Ford F-350 Super Duty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Happy Thanksgiving weekend from DriveTime Radio! This week, New York Vinnie begins by sharing the do's and dont's for disinfecting the interior of your car. Then, he welcomes Drake Donovan from CarShowLife.net to the show to discuss his project developing virtual car shows created by miniature models of cars to help support charitites. This week's road test features the 2020 Toyota Highlander. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on DriveTime Radio... New York Vinnie begins by sharing the latest trends of electric car news and how it might affect gas stations. Then, he welcomes back Tracy Record from West Seattle Blog to report on the reopening of the West Seattle bridge. This week's road test features the 2020 Ford Expedition Platinum Max. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this edition of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by speaking about most recent surge of the coronavirus, then he goes over the green car award recipients. In the main segment, Vinnie chats with Jim Sharifi from US News and World Report about this year's Black Friday deals on cars and how you can get the best deals possible whether you buy new, used, or lease. This week's road test features the 2020 Cadillac CT4 Premium Luxury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fasten your seatbelts! To celebrate the show's 1 year anniversary, New York Vinnie puts you in the passenger seat of the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and gives you the radio/podcast version of a ride along in the car through the streets of greater Seattle. At the end of the show, he gives it the DriveTime Radio Road Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Halloween/Election edition of DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by remembering Sean Connery and automotive elements of the James Bond movies. His first guest is Joe LaMuraglia who drove more than 1,000 miles to vote, then he interviews Joel Feder from Motor Authority about the new fastest car in the world, the SSC Tuatara. This week, Vinnie is driving the 2021 Corvette Stingray. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Saturday morning on DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by speaking with Dustin Krause from Volkswagen Marketing about their transition toward electric vehicles. Plus, is your vehicle's model on the list of the top stolen vehicles? Find out with Vinnie's second guest Jim Gorzelany of Forbes Magazine. This week's road test features the Honda CR-V Hybrid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices