Fri, 28 June 2019
We talk electric this week, sharing the test results of the Jaguar's all-new I-Pace EV and compare it with the Tesla Model X and other electric vehicles. We then discuss our first impressions of the 2019 Kia Soul and the Soul EV. Plus, we wrap up the episode with audience questions.
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SHOW NOTES ----------------------------------- 00:35 - 2019 Jaguar I-Pace Test Results 09:00 - 2019 Kia Soul and Soul EV First Impressions 14:20 - Question #1: Can software updates make noticeable difference in a car? 18:13 - Question #2: Is it better to buy a cheaper new car rather than an older model? 20:52 - Question #3: What’s the European car model that you would love to be sold in the US market?
---------------------------------- 2018 LA Auto Show: 2020 Kia Soul https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fb_zoX4V6r8
2014 Kia Soul First Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWLSznNopCw
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Fri, 21 June 2019
This week our expert panelists answer as many questions as time allows. We discuss the best time of year to buy a car, whether or not to ever turn off an automatic emergency braking system, and does an $8,000 cut in price make the new Chevrolet Blazer a viable choice. Plus, many more.
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00:50 - Question #1: When is the best time to buy a car? 03:21 - Question #2: Why is there a lack of charting centers for electric car owners? 05:52 - Question #3: What car has the ultimate seat comfort, fun to drive, and fuel efficient? 08:32 - Question #4: Is turning off automatic emergency braking system ever a good idea? 11:09 - Question #5: Would it be smarter to keep cars for a long time, or trade them in sooner? 13:43 - Question #6: Is the (2007-2012) Toyota oil consumption issue significant enough to refrain from purchasing? 16:05 - Question #7: Why do OEM tires seem to wear out faster than aftermarket tires? 17:28 - Question #8: Should I buy an Accord, Camry, or Altima? 20:25 - Question #9: Are turbo engines less reliable than naturally aspirated engines? 22:36 - Question #10: How does CR test fuel economy in variable temperatures? 23:11 - Question #11: Does an $8,000 price cut make the new Chevrolet Blazer a viable choice?
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4K Review: 2018 Toyota Camry Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpOUrt8sLGE
4K Review: 2018 Honda Accord Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRFEpKCeM9w
2019 Nissan Altima Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mhow54shu-o
2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pV_57znwZsA
2017 Honda Civic Is Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyKF6jsVIug
2019 Chevrolet Blazer Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1XFgYyH00o
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Thu, 13 June 2019
It's a head-to-head this week! We just finished testing the 2019 BMW 330i and Volvo S60 and we compare the results of these two luxury sport sedans. We wrap up the episode with some interesting questions about how we test seating position, if we recommend the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, are all-weather tires worth your while, and why are Volkswagen TDis still on the road?
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SHOW NOTES -----------------------------------
00:39 - 2019 BMW 330i vs. 2019 Volvo S60 08:59 - Question 1: How does CR test seating position? 11:04 - Question 2: Did Toyota shrink the 2019 RAV4? 12:16 - Question 3: What does CR’s reliability data say about the Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid? 15:42 - Question 4: Are all-weather tires good enough to replace the winter tires and still be used in the summer? 19:05 - Question 5: Why are Volkswagen diesels are still on the road?
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2019 Volvo S60 Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwlnI4f_crc
2017 BMW 330i Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-o99R0RgD8
2019 Toyota RAV4 Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSAuvdH_oGQ
2016 Toyota RAV4 Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEnMo_G7eM8
New All-Weather Tires Outperform Some Snow Tires https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JfEcVZvQEA
Getting your tires ready for winter: Advice from Consumer Reports https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hixD6srMlP0
Chrysler Pacifica Redefines the Minivan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACuDfSHfh2I
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Fri, 7 June 2019
We just bought a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Plug-in Hybrid, and share our first impressions of how it drives. We also answer quite a few audience questions this week, ranging from why we don't have Japanese Kei cars in the US market, how to find out if the car you are purchasing has unresolved manufacturer recalls, and can you put a child in the front seat. ----------------------------------- 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 ----------------------------------- 00:37 - 2019 Subaru Crosstrek PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid) First Impressions 06:48 - Question 1: Can a Car Manufacturer Recall Expire? 10:09 - Question 2: Why Kei Cars Do Not Exist In The US Market? 13:23 - Question 3: When To Sell a Car With Too Many Repairs? 16:30 - Question 4: How Safe Are The Front Seat Passengers From Stuff In The Trunk? 18:29 - Question 5: How Do Head Restraints Effect Rear Seat Occupants? 21:08 - Question 6: Fully Loaded Mazda CX-5 vs. Lower Trim BMW X3 25:44 - Question 7: Can Small Children Ride In The Front Seat?
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4K Review: 2018 Subaru Crosstrek Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4J005E_TMeY
Safety Issues & Recalls
4K Review: 2017 Mazda CX-5 Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmTVgcuD2V4
4K Review: 2018 BMW X3 Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogONHegJwXk
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