2023 Genesis GV60 EV | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #360
This week, we give our first impressions of the all-new GV60, the first fully-electric vehicle from Genesis. We discuss styling, driving dynamics, and interior storage–…
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2023 Mazda CX-50 | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #359
Mazda is channeling the Subaru Outback with its rugged-looking CX-50, and a focus towards outdoor enthusiasts. We share our first impressions of this small SUV,…
2023 Kia Sportage | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #358
What is considered an "affordable" car in today's marketplace? Is the 2023 Kia Sportage a bargain at its base price of $25,990? We discuss how…
2022 New York Auto Show | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #355
EVs, rugged trucks, and "futuristic nostalgia" were the big trends at the New York International Auto Show. We share our impressions on a number of…
2022 BMW 2 Series Coupe | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #352
The redesign of the new BMW 2 Series coupe goes more than skin (or steel) deep, as we discuss our first impressions of its ride,…
2022 Acura MDX First Impressions; Best Used and New Cars For Teens | Talking Cars #308
On this episode we share our first impressions of the 2022 Acura MDX, and how this long standing name plate competes with other three-row SUVs…
2021 Buick Envision First Impressions; The Rise of Destination Fees | Talking Cars #299
This week we share our first impressions of the 2021 Buick Envision, and discuss where it’s built and how that affects its driving dynamics in…
Car Lease Negotiation Tips; Is Buying A High Mileage Used Vehicle Sensible? | Talking Cars #298
This week we discuss whether you should always trust a dealer's advice on maintenance intervals; if seat protector mats are safe to use with child…
2021 Polestar 2 First Impressions; New Nissan Frontier & Pathfinder | Talking Cars #294
CR recently bought the very first car released by Polestar, the performance brand from parent company Volvo. The Polestar 2 is an all-electric hatchback built to…
2021 Kia K5 and 2020 Porsche Taycan First Impressions | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #265
We spent time behind the wheel of the all-new 2021 Kia K5 sedan, and give our first impressions on the new styling, driving characteristics, comfort,…
Buying vs Leasing an Electric Car; Stuck with Large Rims & Low Profile Tires? | Talking Cars #246
This week we cover a wide range of topics, including comparing Consumer Reports’ ratings across car categories; installing a front-facing child seat in the rear…
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS Test Results; Captain’s Chairs vs Bench Seats | Talking Cars #240
This week, we discuss the test results of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS450, and we share how this luxurious 3-row SUV performed at our track. We…
Live from Los Angeles; How CA Guides the Auto Industry | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #231
When it comes to cars, what happens in California doesn't stay in California. In fact, the most populated state in the US has a history of…