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Episode: 188
Broadcast date: October 8, 2023
Guest: Dave Sloan
Lexus RC F on the Track, EV Startups and the Dealer Franchise System
Tom and guest-host Paul Herrold of the Sons of Speed opened the show discussing the Lexus RC F, a V8-powered small coupe that Paul recently spent track time with. Paul noted that though the RC F has grown dated since its 2014 introduction, the car is very capable on the street and on the track. Listen to hear Paul’s complete review. Tom and Paul also discussed technological “fads” that were introduced by automakers to great fanfare, but since amounted to little in the market place.
In the second segment Tom and Paul welcome Dave Sloan of the Chicago Automobile Trade Association. Dave shared his thoughts on a number of topics, including the UAW strike, EV startup carmakers working outside the franchise dealer system, and dealership acquisitions by large, national corporations. Dave also reminds us that Chicago Auto Show returns this February (link below).
Dave joined Paul for this week’s “Whose Brand is it Anyway” quiz.
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Paul’s “The Lap” Lexus RC F video
Chicago Automobile Trade Association
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