Thu, 31 January 2019
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.
------------------------------------------ Have a question for our experts? Leave a comment on this episode, or reach out to us directly! From your iOS device, iMessage us at TalkingCars@icloud.com to send a photo, video, or text directly to the Talking Cars team! We love to feature our viewers on the show, so submit video questions at https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-talking-cars/ Subscribe to Talking Cars on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jr8wJRJyN9v8T6LC1fQQ6 SHOW NOTES ----------------------------------- 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? ----------------------------------- 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 ----------------------------------- Check out http://www.ConsumerReports.org for the latest reviews, tips, and recommendations and subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/1Nlb1Ez Follow Us on Social: Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1IQ2w5q Twitter: http://bit.ly/1Yf5Fh2 Pinterest: http://bit.ly/1P37mM9 Instagram: http://bit.ly/1I49Bzo Google+: http://bit.ly/1Md3gfQ |
Fri, 25 January 2019
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.
--------------------------------- Have a question for our experts? Leave a comment on this episode, or reach out to us directly! From your iOS device, iMessage us at TalkingCars@icloud.com to send a photo, video, or text directly to the Talking Cars team! We love to feature our viewers on the show, so submit video questions at https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-talking-cars/ Subscribe to Talking Cars on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jr8wJRJyN9v8T6LC1fQQ6 SHOW NOTES -----------------------------------
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
----------------------------------- 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 ----------------------------------- Check out http://www.ConsumerReports.org for the latest reviews, tips, and recommendations and subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/1Nlb1Ez Follow Us on Social: Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1IQ2w5q Twitter: http://bit.ly/1Yf5Fh2 Pinterest: http://bit.ly/1P37mM9 Instagram: http://bit.ly/1I49Bzo Google+: http://bit.ly/1Md3gfQ |
Thu, 17 January 2019
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 ----------------------------------- :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 ----------------------------------- Subscribe to Talking Cars on Apple Podcasts!
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Fri, 11 January 2019
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.
---------------------------------- Have a question for our experts? Leave a comment on this episode, or reach out to us directly! From your iOS device, iMessage us at TalkingCars@icloud.com to send a photo, video, or text directly to the Talking Cars team! We love to feature our viewers on the show, so submit video questions at https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-talking-cars/ Subscribe to Talking Cars on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jr8wJRJyN9v8T6LC1fQQ6 SHOW NOTES ----------------------------------- 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? ----------------------------------- 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 ----------------------------------- Check out http://www.ConsumerReports.org for the latest reviews, tips, and recommendations and subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/1Nlb1Ez Follow Us on Social: Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1IQ2w5q Twitter: http://bit.ly/1Yf5Fh2 Pinterest: http://bit.ly/1P37mM9 Instagram: http://bit.ly/1I49Bzo Google+: http://bit.ly/1Md3gfQ |
Fri, 4 January 2019
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 ----------------------------------- :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? ----------------------------------- Subscribe to Talking Cars on Apple Podcasts!
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