What Happened in 2025, What Will Happen in 2026? It was a disruptive year for the automotive industry, with a massive shift in momentum for electric vehicles, the rise of hybrids and plug-in hybrids, Chinese automotive global dominance, the introduction of tariffs in both the U.S. and European markets to fight China’s dominance, and massive financial disruptions at Ford, Stellantis, and VW – largely related to the previous topics.

Lauren and Karl discuss this years success and failure and what we know the next year will bring. Then we speak with Yazaki and what cool new developments are happening when automotive meets home building. You will be surprised what we find out.

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Is the car industry about to change forever? 🚗⚡ In this episode of The Drive, Lauren Fix and Karl Brauer break down the massive shifts hitting EVs, dealerships, pricing, and tech—right now.

From EV subsidies disappearing to Amazon disrupting car sales, this is the year everything changes.

On The Drive – Episode 13, automotive experts Lauren Fix and Karl Brauer are joined by Brian Moody to explain why this year marks a turning point for the global auto industry. Electric vehicles, government incentives, dealer models, infotainment tech, and car design are all undergoing rapid transformation—and consumers will feel it first.

Are electric cars really better for drivers and the environment? What happens now that EV subsidies are gone? Could Amazon replace traditional car dealerships? And why do so many new cars look exactly the same?

If you’re planning to buy a car, follow the auto market, or want to understand what’s next for the industry, this episode delivers the insights you need—without the hype.

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Lauren Fix and Karl Brauer, both World Car Awards jurors, sit down with fellow jurors from around the globe to talk cars, trends, and what’s shaping the auto industry in their countries. Hear insights from Maciej Pertynski (Poland), Carlos Sandoval (Mexico), Sid Patankar (India), and Jens Meiners (Germany) as they discuss standout vehicles, regional differences, and what’s influencing the future of driving worldwide. All today on episode 12 of The Drive with Lauren and Karl.

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Episode 11 of The Drive with Lauren and Karl, featuring exclusive conversations with Lamborghini and Bugatti executives, a celebration of the Ford Mustang, and essential tire safety advice as winter approaches.

This episode dives into Lamborghini’s global growth and the debut of the all-new Lamborghini Temerario, replacing the iconic Huracán. With a 10,000-rpm V8, three electric motors, and 907 horsepower, the Temerario.

Karl also sits down with Bugatti CEO Christophe Piochon at the Wynn Concours in Las Vegas to discuss 20 years since the Veyron and why demand for multi-million-dollar Bugattis remains strong well into the next decade.

Lauren explores The Mustang Experience, highlighting the history and cultural impact of Ford’s legendary performance car, before closing with expert winter tire tips from Bridgestone to help drivers stay safe in cold conditions.

Luxury. Performance. Heritage. Safety.

It’s all here on The Drive with Lauren and Karl.

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Our guest for this week is Henry Payne, writer for the Detroit News, cartoonist, and vintage car racer. We talk about his history as an automotive journalist, how he got into racing, and the many Teslas he's owned.

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The Drive heads to SEMA with Lauren Fix , Karl Brauer and Alan Taylor.

Special guest, Alan Taylor. We speak with HONDA racing, McKeel Hagerty, Broad Arrow auctions, and a very cool product the ISSE tire sack.

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In this episode of Drive with Lauren & Karl, we dive into one of the most anticipated SUVs of the decade: the 2027 Kia Telluride. Lauren and Karl break down what’s new, what’s improved, and why this redesign is already generating serious buzz among families and enthusiasts alike. From capability upgrades to tech enhancements, they cover everything you need to know.

Then, stay tuned for a fun and insightful interview with James Bell, who brings along his incredibly cool original Volkswagen Bus. He shares the story behind the Bus, what makes it such an icon, and why these vintage VW models still capture the hearts of car lovers everywhere.

A perfect mix of future-forward automotive news and classic-car charm—don’t miss Episode 8.

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In Episode 7 of The Drive with Lauren & Karl, we take you inside the North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the Year annual drive event, where the industry’s top journalists test and evaluate the year’s most important vehicles. Join Lauren Fix and Karl Brauer as they ride with John Vincent of U.S. News & World Report, and the prodct planner for the all-new Lucid Gravity, all while narrowing down the final three contenders for Car, Truck, and SUV of the Year. Along the way, the team breaks down standout models, shares behind-the-scenes insights from the judging process, and dives into the latest automotive news shaping the industry right now.

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