In Podcast 316, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew dive into the details of their newest long term test vehicle: the 2024 Mazda CX-50. Then Brian Robinson gives us the scoop on how Mercedes has updated their GLS three-row utility. Then in our Lightning Round, we ponder Volkswagen’s addition of ChatGTP artificial intelligence into their latest infotainment system. Plus a viewer has a question on whether automakers have given up on hydrogen vehicles. And we’ll wrap things up with our time scooting around town on Honda’s new e-scooter, the Motocompacto.

Mazda CX-50 Long Term, Mercedes-Benz GLS, & the Honda Motocompacto!

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In Podcast #326, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew talk an all-new digital-first segment as well as a couple of First Drives! Greg starts us off with some behind-the-scenes insights on the newest Overdrive installment, featuring a fun autocross competition with a lucky teenager. Then we head overseas with Jessica’s recent time driving the all-new Porsche Macan Electric. And then we’ll finish off with some track time in an impressive new Aston Martin Vantage! Plus, a Lightning Round about new laws regarding emergency braking systems and a viewer question on what to look for when test driving a car.

Next Overdrive Installment, Plus Porsche Macan EV & Aston Martin Vantage First Drives

In Podcast #325, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew have been back and forth to the West Coast for some First Drives. First up, is the Hyundai IONIQ5 N…which we got our first taste of Hyundai’s answer to the enthusiast in the electrified age at Laguna Seca. Then we hit the highway in Acura’s first-ever all-electric, the ZDX…a familar nameplate with a very different mission. And we’ll round it out with our experience in two of Toyota’s most-iconic nameplates, the best-selling Camry sedan and the return of the off-road luxury Land Cruiser utility. Plus, our Lightning Round addresses the latest layoff news from Tesla and how it could impact Superchargers!

Hyundai IONIQ5 N, Acura ZDX, Plus Toyota Camry & Land Cruiser First Drives

In Podcast #324, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew go into the details of the recently unveiled 6th-gen Toyota 4Runner…a huge deal for the brand and the first new 4Runner in almost 15 years. Plus, we’ll also talk about the refreshed RAM 1500. Then our own Alex Kellum has a question on what his next daily driver should be…with the requirements that it should be manual, a hatchback, and under $15,000. Then we’ll finish off with a discussion on the truths and myths on the current state of electrified vehicle sales.

ALL-NEW Toyota 4 Runner Reveal, Ram 1500, & the State of EV Sales in US

In Podcast #323, Jessica Ray steps in as host to guide the MotorWeek crew’s discussions on the reveals of the 2024 New York International Auto Show! Like Genesis…who has some interesting new concepts that certainly look production-ready while INFINITI & Nissan take familiar but quite opposite name plates into their next-generation, Hyundai gives two of their models a tasteful refresh, while Kia brings out an all-new model to replace the compact Forte sedan, and the North American debut of the all-electric Polestar 4 crossover…that will eventually be built here in the US but won’t have a rear window.

What’s New From the 2024 New York Auto Show!

In Podcast #322, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew discuss how the Lincoln Nautilus midsize luxury utility sees impressive new styling and technology inside and out, while Lexus shakes up their lineup with an all-new three-row crossover…the TX, and Rivian introduces not one…but TWO new models with plans to make them at more affordable prices. Plus a Lightning Round to discuss how your driving data may be used against you and a viewer has a question on the upcoming electric Mini Cooper!

Mazda CX-50 Long Term, Mercedes-Benz GLS, & the Honda Motocompacto!

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