2020 Mazda CX-30 Test Results; The Future of Vehicle Communication | Talking Cars #253
This week we share our test results of the all-new 2020 Mazda CX-30, and talk about where this compact SUV fits in the Mazda lineup. Jen Stockburger…
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2020 Hyundai Venue Test Results; Buying a Car During the Coronavirus Pandemic | Talking Cars #252
We finished testing on the 2020 Hyundai Venue and discuss our test results, and which car category this compact people mover slots into. We talk about how…
Keep Gasoline In Your Tank From Going Stale; 2020 Volkswagen Passat Test Results | Talking Cars #250
This week we discuss our test results of the 2020 Volkswagen Passat, and how it stacks up against its competitors in the midsized segment. We share tips…
2020 Hyundai Sonata Test Results; Staying Safe at The Pump | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #248
This week, we discuss how to protect yourself against the coronavirus when pumping gas. Plus, we share test results on our 2020 Hyundai Sonata, looking…
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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport; Coronavirus Affecting Auto Shows | Talking Cars #245
Consumer Reports has rented a 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, and we give our first impressions on this 2-row midsize SUV, compare it to the…
Rising Vehicle Repair Costs; Hybrid vs. Regular Car Debate; Car Buying Advice | Talking Cars #244
This week is an all-questions episode, where we answer as many audience questions as possible. Topics include recommending a vehicle to a first-time car buyer…
How New Tech Can Make Cars Even Safer | Consumer Reports
Tens of thousands of people are dying on America’s roads every year. What can we do? Consumer Reports hosted a panel discussion at the Washington…
Can Electric Cars Solve Our Emissions Problem? | Consumer Reports
Transportation is the leading cause of climate pollution in America, increasingly costing Americans their health and finances. Consumer Reports hosted a panel at the Washington…
Can Self-Driving Cars Share the Roads With You? | Consumer Reports
Are American roads ready for a future with automated shared vehicles, e-scooters, and new forms of public transit? Consumer Reports hosted a panel discussion at…
What It Would Take to Cut Your Commute in Half | Consumer Reports
Traffic costs people time and money, and increases crashes and air pollution. Consumer Reports hosted a panel discussion at the Washington D.C. Auto Show to…
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB First Impressions; Replacing Run-Flats with Standard Tires | Talking Cars 242
We just purchased the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 for our test program, and discuss its driving characteristics, controls, and where this compact SUV fits into the…
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…