Talking Cars (MP3)

It's true; we bought a new Jeep Wrangler for our test fleet. We share our first impressions and explore why people love the original SUV. We also have a new Hyundai Elantra GT at the track. Can it compete with hot-hatches like the Volkswagen GTI? Plus, we answer viewer questions and celebrate a special anniversary.

Direct download: 1801CRO_Talking_Cars_Episode_135.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:26pm EDT

Consumer Reports investigates the issue of “Exploding Sunroofs” in which sunroofs on cars of all makes and models explode with little or no warning, putting the driver at great risk.

In this narrative audio documentary, a first from CR, hear from drivers whose sunroofs exploded as they drove along familiar roads in pristine conditions. Learn how they dealt with the shock and how their dealers and manufacturers dealt with them.

For the purpose of the podcast CR went into its testing lab and blew up a sunroof to provide listeners with the most realistic sense of what it sounds like when a sunroof explodes some 6 inches from your head.

Consumer Reports also provides insight about what is being done to address this issue and valuable information in the unlikely circumstance that this happens to you.

Direct download: 1801CRO_Talking_Cars_Bonus_Exploding_Sunroofs.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:32am EDT

Trucks take center stage at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show with redesigns from RAM, Chevy and Ford. We talk about new models from Honda, Acura and Toyota and share which cars we're most looking forward to in the coming year.

Direct download: 1801DAS_Talking_Cars_Episode_134.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:00am EDT

We peek into the future of cars with news from CES in Las Vegas. The Buick Regal Sportback joins our test fleet and we give our first impressions. And, we answer viewer questions on tire ratings, starting your car in the cold and brake lights.

Direct download: 1801CRO_Talking_Cars_Episode_133.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:18pm EDT

Bundle up for this week's episode as we share expert advice on how to get the most out of your car in frigid temps. Two new giant SUVs make their debut at our test track and we answer viewer questions about all-weather tires and cruise control.

Direct download: 1801CRO_Talking_Cars_Episode_132.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:50pm EDT

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