Epic Drives Season 3 Episode 32
Epic Drives
Season 3

Ep 32. The Search for a Genesis of New Luxury: Genesis G90 in the Pacific North West

  • October 28, 2016
  • 26 min

The third season of the thrilling travel series, Epic Drives, takes viewers on an exciting journey to explore some of the most scenic routes in North America. In Episode 32, titled "The Search for a Genesis of New Luxury: Genesis G90 in the Pacific North West," viewers are taken on a luxury road trip through the Pacific Northwest in search of the perfect environment to showcase the new flagship vehicle from Genesis, the G90.

The episode features host Arthur St. Antoine, a seasoned automotive journalist and self-proclaimed road tripper in his search for the perfect setting to test drive the latest addition to the luxury car market, the Genesis G90. The G90 is the flagship model for the newly-established luxury marque from Korean automaker, Hyundai, designed to compete with established luxury brands such as BMW, Mercedes Benz, and Audi. According to the host, the G90 epitomizes the brand's mission to offer exceptional quality, value, and customer experience in the luxury sedan segment.

The Pacific Northwest was chosen as the destination for the episode because of its gorgeous landscape, scenic drives, and challenging terrain. The new G90 is put through its paces on an array of stunning roads, from winding mountain passes to long straights, providing the perfect environment to showcase its capabilities. Throughout the episode, St. Antoine provides an in-depth look into the design, engineering, and technology of the G90 while navigating through some of the most scenic routes in the region. This remarkable sedan has plenty of features, including a 365-horsepower twin-turbocharged V6 engine, comfortable ride, advanced safety features, and numerous luxury amenities.

The show's crew filmed the episode over just five days and traveled 1,700 miles across the Pacific Northwest. The journey starts in Portland, Oregon, where the team picks up the G90 and begins their challenging road trip. The locations visited during the trip include a scenic mountain drive through Mount Rainier National Park, driving alongside the picturesque Lake Chelan, and a taking a coastal route overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Along the way, the host shares his experiences driving the luxurious sedan in different settings, maximizing every opportunity to push the G90 to its limits and to discover its capabilities.

The episode culminates in a visit to a vineyard in the Willamette Valley region of Oregon, where the team enjoys a wine tasting experience while still admiring the G90. As the sun sets in the background, St. Antoine reflects on the experience of taking the G90 on an epic road trip and how Genesis is pioneering a new era of luxury driving through its brand.

Overall, "The Search for a Genesis of New Luxury: Genesis G90 in the Pacific North West" offers a well-crafted narrative that showcases the beauty, challenge, and technology behind the latest luxury sedan from Genesis. The viewers are treated to a scenic, engaging, and informative journey that culminates in a deeper understanding of what the G90 represents in the luxury sedan category. This episode provides an ideal viewing experience for anyone who loves road trips and cars alike.

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Description
  • First Aired
    October 28, 2016
  • Runtime
    26 min
  • Language
    English