Talking Cars (MP3)

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The 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid looks to build on the legacy of fuel economy, utility, and value of its predecessors. We bought a CR-V Hybrid Sport AWD for our test program, and we share our first impressions of its redesigned interior, transmission, and fuel efficiency, and how it stacks up against the Toyota RAV4, and the traditional gas-powered version. And what would be the best car for a new dad that wants to drive something sporty? Our experts share their personal picks for keeping driving exciting while staying family friendly.

 

 

SHOW NOTES

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00:00 - Introduction

00:17 - Highlights: 2023 Honda CR-V

01:14 - Fuel Economy

02:40 - Hybrid vs. Non-Hybrid Comparison

06:04 - Inside the Cabin & Controls

09:50 - Wrap Up: Hybrid or Regular

11:32 - Question: What would be the best car for a new dad that wants to drive something sporty?

 

 

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First Drive: Redesigned 2023 Honda CR-V Sticks With Winning Formula

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2023-honda-cr-v-review-a1196843568/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/honda/cr-v-hybrid/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

2023 Honda CR-V

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/honda/cr-v/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid Early Review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDU8P6YlQq0

 

2023 Toyota RAV4

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/toyota/rav4/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

Quietest Compact SUVs From Consumer Reports’ Tests

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/quietest-compact-suvs-from-consumer-reports-tests-a6460127872/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

2023 Kia Telluride

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/kia/telluride/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

First Drive: The 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R Build on Hot-Hatch Fundamentals

https://www.consumerreports.org/sports-cars/2022-volkswagen-gti-golf-r-review-a6013272130/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

2023 Honda Civic

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/honda/civic/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

First Drive: 300-HP 2023 Toyota GR Corolla Proves Both Fast and Furious

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/sports-cars/2023-toyota-gr-corolla-review-a7360611291/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

Guide to Car Safety

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

 

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The Subaru Crosstrek gets a facelift for its 2024 model year. Although this subcompact SUV might look familiar at first glance, it gets an improved chassis, redesigned interior, revamped engine, and transmission refinements. We share our first impressions on these updates, and how this new version stacks up to others in this class, like the Mazda CX-30 and Kia Niro Hybrid. And what would be a safe, fun to drive manual transmission car for a new teen driver? Our experts help a viewer with tips for shopping for his first car that has both sporty driving dynamics and important safety features.

 

 

SHOW NOTES

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00:00 - Introduction

00:15 - First Impressions: 2024 Subaru Crosstrek

02:07 - New Updates

04:01 - The Ride

05:20 - Styling

07:16 - Seat Comfort and Driving Position

09:56 - Controls

12:34 - AWD and Off-Road Capability

14:35 - Question: What would be a safe, fun to drive manual transmission vehicle for a new teen driver?

 

 

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First Drive: 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Benefits from Subtle Updates

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2024-subaru-crosstrek-review-a4045387800/

 

2024 Subaru Crosstrek

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/subaru/crosstrek/2024/overview/

 

2023 Mazda CX-30

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/mazda/cx-30/2023/overview/

 

2022 Kia Niro

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/kia/niro/2022/overview/

 

2023 Mazda 3

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/mazda/3/2023/overview/

 

2017 Honda Accord

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/honda/accord/2017/overview/

 

Guide to Car Safety

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/

 

 

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Hyundai is positioning itself as one of the leaders in electric vehicle manufacturing, adding another EV to its lineup with the Ioniq 6. Sharing a platform with the Genesis GV60, Kia EV6, and Hyundai Ioniq 5, we share our first impressions of this all-electric sedan, including its unique styling, EV performance, driving dynamics, range, and how it stacks up to competitors like Tesla Model 3 and BMW i4. We also discuss whether a flat tire sealant kit is an acceptable and safe alternative to run-flat tires or a dedicated spare.

 

 

SHOW NOTES

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00:00 - Introduction

00:16 - First Impressions: 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6

03:06 - Competitors

05:16 - Styling

06:47 - Ride and Handling

12:25 - Brake Regeneration

14:43 - Interior

15:56 - Controls

16:41 - Personal Choice

20:19 - Question: Most new cars include a flat tire repair kit rather than a spare, is it wise to drive without  a spare tire?

 

 

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First Drive: All-New 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Is Quick, Quiet, and Comfortable

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/2023-hyundai-ioniq-6-review-a1122495086/

 

2023 Hyundai Ioniq

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hyundai/ioniq-6/2023/overview/

 

The Kia EV9 Promises to Be a Family-Friendly, 3-Row Electric SUV

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/2024-kia-ev9-review-a4079455654/

 

Guide to Car Safety

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/

 

 

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Direct download: 2304CRO_Talking_Cars_Episode_407.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:00am EDT

We discuss our favorite vehicles and trends from the floor of the 2023 NY Auto Show, including previews of the Toyota Grand Highlander, Kia EV9, Ford Mustang, Ram 1500 REV, and Chevrolet Equinox and Blazer EVs. We also share our thoughts on the future direction of the automotive landscape, with the lack of concept cars at this year's show, and the polarization between big trucks and performance vehicles in contrast with the continuing electrification of the industry.

 

 

SHOW NOTES

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00:00 - Introduction

00:15 - Polar Opposites: Big Trucks/Performance Cars vs. EVs

01:40 - RAM 1500 REV

02:50 - Dodge Challenger Demon SRT 170

04:29 - Chevrolet Camero

05:25 - Ford Mustang

07:01 - Chevrolet Blazer EV

07:24 - Kia EV9

12:38 - Hyundai Kona EV

13:26 - Chevrolet Equinox EV

15:02 - Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray

16:16 - Chevrolet TRAX

17:03 - Toyota Grand Highlander

10:51 - Lack of Concept Cars

18:45 - Personal Picks of The Show

22:40 - Japanese Domestic Market Cars

23:13 - Top Secret V12 Supra Gold

 

 

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Longer 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Boasts Big Power

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2024-toyota-grand-highlander-review-a7963942236/

 

2024 Hyundai Kona Breaks Cover as an EV

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2024-hyundai-kona-review-a8558776955/

 

Preview: 2025 RAM 1500 REV Packs 500-Mile Range, 14,000-lb. Tow Capacity

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/2025-ram-1500-rev-review-a2009025869/

 

The Kia EV9 Promises to Be a Family-Friendly, 3-Row Electric SUV

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/2024-kia-ev9-review-a4079455654/

 

High Powered, High-Tech 2024 GMC Sierra EV Breaks Cover

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/2024-gmc-sierra-ev-review-a5905542270/

 

Stunning 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Combines Hybrid and AWD

https://www.consumerreports.org/sports-cars/chevrolet-corvette-hybrid-electric-review-a2522443606/

 

2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV Unveiled With Up to 320-Mile Range

https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/2024-chevrolet-blazer-ev-review-a1328332871/

 

2024 Chevrolet Trax Grows in Size, Not Price

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2024-chevrolet-trax-review-a4562224665/

 

2024 Ford Mustang Boosts Power and Technology, and a Dark Horse Emerges

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/sports-cars/2024-ford-mustang-review-a1352269489/

 

New 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV Starts at $30,000

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/2024-chevrolet-equinox-ev-review-a7430613629/

 

Guide to Car Safety

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/

 

 

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Category:general -- posted at: 3:00pm EDT

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