2021 Tesla Model S Steering Yoke First impressions | Talking Cars #325
Consumer Reports recently purchased a 2021 Tesla Model S for our test program, which now features a steering yoke rather than a traditional circular steering…
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2022 Toyota Corolla Cross; How To Avoid Buying a Flooded Car | Talking Cars #324
This week we share our first impressions of the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross; how it drove on our track, its long roster of advanced safety…
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee First Impressions; 2023 Nissan Z Preview | Talking Cars #322
We share our first impressions of the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, discussing its performance on our track, and how it stacks up to competitors…
2022 Toyota GR86 First Impressions; What’s Your “Forever” Car? | Talking Cars #321
This week we share our first impressions of the 2022 Toyota GR86, discussing how it performed on our track, and how it compares to the previous…
2022 Nissan Frontier & 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz First Impressions | Talking Cars #320
This week we share our first impressions of the 2022 Nissan Frontier and 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz, and discuss which consumers each might appeal to….
2022 Genesis GV70 First Impressions; OEM Brakes vs. Aftermarket | Talking Cars #318
On this episode we share our driving impressions of the 2022 Genesis GV70, and how it compares to its larger sibling the GV80, as well…
2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Driving Impressions; Chevrolet Bolt Battery Fire Danger | Talking Cars #317
This week we talk about Jeep's plug-in hybrid version of the Wrangler, the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe, and share our driving impressions, as well as what…
2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness; Vehicles That May Help Survive a Storm | Talking Cars #316
This week we share our driving impressions of the 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness, and discuss how this all-terrain SUV's off-road credentials compare to the standard…
2022 Volkswagen Taos First Impressions; Tesla Model 3 Advanced Safety Update | Talking Cars #314
This week we share our first impressions of the 2022 Volkswagen Taos small SUV; its variety of powertrains, driving characteristics, and quality of cabin materials….
GM Enhanced Super Cruise Review; Tips to Survive a Road Trip with Kids | Talking Cars #313
This week we review GM's automated driving enhanced Super Cruise system, tested on the 2021 Cadillac Escalade we purchased for our test program, and discuss…
2022 Honda Civic; Which Cars of Today Will Be Future Classics? | Talking Cars #312
On this week's episode, we talk about the redesigned 2022 Honda Civic, and share our first impressions on its driving characteristics, styling, and comfort. Ford…
2022 Nissan Pathfinder; Driving Tips to Improve Fuel Economy | Talking Cars #311
This week we share our first impressions of the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder, and discuss whether its driving dynamics and redesigned interior give it an edge…
Should Chip Shortage Stop Me From Buying a Car? Will Lifting Suspension Affect Safety?
This week we discuss a variety of topics, including why a car manufacturer would change the recommended motor oil specification on a vehicle; does modifying…