Talking Cars (MP3)

This week we discuss Ford's new rewards program, and whether or not such programs really benefit car owners. At the track, we've rented the new Honda Passport, and give our thoughts on how it stacks up among the multitudes of SUVs. As always, we wrap with audience questions, including one about how manufacturer’s all-wheel drive systems differ.

 

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SHOW NOTES

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00:38 - Ford Rewards Program

 

05:08 - 2019 Honda Passport

 

11:40 - Question 1: Does Fuel Octane Drop Over Time?

 

14:20 - Question 2: Which AWD System is the Best?

 

18:08 - Question 3: Difference Between Adaptive Cruise Control Systems?

 

22:15 - Question 4: Looking for a Truck With Good Reliability?


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2019 Honda Passport Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hULSTAtPt_g

 

AWD Showdown: Subaru Forester vs. Honda CR-V vs. Toyota RAV4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-TQdIqFvZo

 

Do you really need all-wheel drive?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXjzYbpt9Ow

 

New All-Weather Tires Outperform Some Snow Tires

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JfEcVZvQEA

 

Essential Winter Driving Tips

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIWVRbr15ek

 

2005-2014 Toyota Tacoma Quick Take

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DCIRO_8Kbc

 

2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8cQlAxir3U

 

Pickup trucks - to choices

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8c1YPMtS_34

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Direct download: 1901CRO_Talking_Cars_Episode_188.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 1:22pm EDT

This week we discuss the recent trend of automakers resurrecting discontinued car models, and the nostalgia (or lack thereof) that such a move might ignite in a car buyer. We've completed testing on the 2019 BMW X5 SUV, and talk about how it performed in our tests. Finally, we wrap with viewer questions, including one about the first car for a teenage driver under $5,000, and how cold temperatures affect electric vehicle batteries. 

 

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SHOW NOTES

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00:41 - Car Manufacturers Resurrecting Discontinued Car Models

 

04:16 - What Cars Would We Like to See Brought Back From the Dead

 

07:30 - 2019 BMW X5 Test Results

 

13:27 - Question 1: Electric Vehicle’s Battery Performance in Extreme Temperatures?

 

17:01 - Question 2: When to Change Oil in a Car?

 

18:43 - Question 3: First Car Under $5K?

 

22:30 - Question 4: Toyota Highlander vs. Volvo XC90

 

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4K Review: 2017 Toyota Highlander Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ic5Obebxcv8

 

2016 Volvo XC90 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyQWKK3nUlw

 

2019 Detroit Auto Show: 2020 Toyota Supra

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MdtL8brC3Bw

 

8 Best Cars for Teen Drivers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lE6pLbbt428

 

2009-2014 Honda Fit Review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7W-Ba5Vm3U

 

Hyundai Tucson Review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcGGEPcNUqs

 

Mazda3 Road Test

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWo0PJbbpic

 

2014 Toyota Corolla First Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uu6QfFB7fDY

 

2011-2012 Honda Accord Review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSobCS6qeZM

 

2012 Toyota Camry Review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTaFXI-oQxU

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Direct download: 1901CRO_Talking_Cars_Episode_187.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 2:01pm EDT

We're on location in Detroit for the 2019 North American International Auto Show! We discuss  vehicles announced at the show, including the all-new Toyota Supra, Kia Telluride, Volkswagen Passat, and more. We also geek out over the enthusiast cars announced, including the Ford Mustang Shelby GT 500 and Subaru STI S209.

 

SHOW NOTES

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:40 - importance of Detroit Auto Show in automotive industry

3:00 - Kia Telluride

4:59 - Toyota Supra

6:29 - Lexus RC

8:30 - Volkswagen Passat

10:21 - Ford Explorer

12:19 - Cadillac XT6

14:44 - Ram 2500 HD

17:15 - Ford Mustang Shelby GT 500

20:37 - Subaru STI S209

22:58 - North American International Auto Show moving to June

 

Kia Telluride: https://youtu.be/yDr5uu7QheQ

 

Toyota Supra: https://youtu.be/MdtL8brC3Bw

 

Volkswagen Passat: https://youtu.be/Z1him5f54QQ

 

Ford Explorer: https://youtu.be/RNWQ_JQjc7k

 

Cadillac XT6: https://youtu.be/YL0Z8wAgBkY

 

Ram 2500: https://youtu.be/q8XOsnHrC90

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Audio version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-mp3/id630831189?mt=2

 

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From your iOS device, iMessage us at TalkingCars@icloud.com to send a photo, video, or text directly to the Talking Cars team!

 

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Direct download: 1901NAIAS_Talking_Cars_Episode_186.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:45am EDT

We just purchased Jaguar's answer to Tesla's all-electric fleet - the 2019 I-PACE. We discuss our first impressions on how it drives, differences in interior quality to Tesla's offerings, and where we think the electric car market is heading with more established automakers entering the segment. We also discuss the automotive technology on display at CES in Las Vegas and wrap by answering viewer questions.

 

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SHOW NOTES

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00:26 - Automotive Technology at CES

 

05:48 - 2019 Jaguar i-Pace

 

13:02 - Question 1: Electric Vehicle Battery Wear, and Future of the Car Market

 

16:45 - Question 2: Do Tire Sealants Work?

 

20:34 - Question 3: Safe Family Vehicle for Wintery Roads?


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2018 Tesla Model 3 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0VlwLRJFAo

 

4K Review: 2016 Tesla Model S Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9cT_mIff-Q

 

2018 LA Auto Show: 2019 Audi E-Tron

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBV9nrd6_mo

 

2015 Subaru Outback and Legacy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omeYWjqBJRQ

 

4K Review: 2017 Toyota Highlander Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ic5Obebxcv8

 

2018 New York Auto Show: 2019 Toyota RAV4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9MJ-sMDdsc


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Direct download: 1901CRO_Talking_Cars_Episode_185.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 2:04pm EDT

Porsche has finally redesigned its Cayenne SUV, and we discuss our overall impressions, and how it performed in our tests. Wet weather can have a significant impact on how tires perform, and the problem only gets worse as a tire ages. CR recently conducted a test on how tires with low tread depth handled in our wet braking and hydroplaning courses, and why a tire from Michelin impressed us. We also answer audience questions about the 2019 Toyota RAV4, how long it takes us to fully test a vehicle, and whether changing a new car’s tires and shocks is a good idea.

SHOW NOTES

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:45 - worn tire testing in wet conditions & Michelin claim check

 

7:21 - winter tire care tips

 

10:01 - Porsche Cayenne Road Test results

 

16:24 - audience question #1: replacing brakes and shocks

 

20:06 - audience question #2: duration of CR’s auto testing protocol

 

23:33 - audience question #3: replacement for 2010 Toyota RAV4?

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From your iOS device, iMessage us at TalkingCars@icloud.com to send a photo, video, or text directly to the Talking Cars team!

 

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Direct download: 1901CRO_Talking_Cars_Episode_184.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:14pm EDT

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