2023 Nissan Z | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #364
Nissan draws from its 50-plus-year history in resurrecting the Z, a sports car that the automaker calls "all-new" (but is it though??) We debate the provenance…
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2023 Subaru Solterra | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #363
Subaru jumps into the electric vehicle market with the brand's first widely offered EV, the 2023 Solterra. Sharing its platform with the almost identical Toyota…
2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #362
The Ford Maverick hybrid promises superior fuel economy and pickup utility at a price that's thousands of dollars less than the more common standard-sized truck….
2022 Rivian R1T | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #361
This week, we drive the all-new fully-electric Rivian R1T pickup truck. We share our first impressions, discuss some of our favorite features and debate whether the R1T bridges the gap between being…
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–…
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…
Chevrolet Corvette Goes Electric | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #357
This week we talk about Chevrolet's announcement of an electrified, all-wheel-drive Corvette. We cover Corvette history, the evolution of car enthusiast culture and the future…
2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid | Talking Cars #356
This week we share our first impressions of the 2022 Kia Sorento hybrid, and discuss its driving characteristics, infotainment controls, powertrain performance, and whether the…
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…
Buying vs. Leasing an EV; Electric Car Battery Replacement | Talking Cars #354
Do electric cars have a break-in period? Is it smarter to buy or lease an EV? And is it better to be stranded overnight in…
Buying a New Car in 2022 | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #353
The market for new cars in 2022 is unlike anything that has come before; with lingering chip shortages, supply chain issues, and skyrocketing demand, dealers…
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,…