The new Hyundai Veloster has a record-setting performance in one of our tests. We discuss how the hatchback has improved and where it slots among competitors. GM is dropping six sedans from its lineup; we talk about how it will affect consumers. Plus, we answer your questions on used car buying and if it’s safe to drive your car until the tank is almost empty.

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SHOW NOTES

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0:39 - General Motors drops 6 sedans

5:50 - 2019 Hyundai Veloster Test Results

12:02 - Send us your questions, [email protected]

12:17 - Question #1: Replacing a hybrid battery on a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

15:40 - Question #2: Oil change frequency vs. tire rotation frequency

19:12 - Question #3: Can you damage your car by driving with extremely low fuel?

22:10 - Question #4: Shopping to replace a 2001 Chevrolet Prizm for a college student

LINKS

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GM Becomes Latest Car Company to Drop Some Sedans: https://www.consumerreports.org/general-motors/gm-to-drop-some-sedans/

2018 Detroit Auto Show: 2019 Hyundai Veloster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I88Kd-GKvc8

Hyundai Veloster First Look: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jN7fzifIIvY

2016 Chevrolet Cruze Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvkgXCFO4wM

2016 Chevrolet Volt Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3sa7OT3PhU

2014 Chevrolet Impala Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzsS1Z4zKiU

2017 Buick LaCrosse Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAYrZGJ0t3k

Cadillac XTS First Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3MgKGVVv38

2016 Cadillac CT6 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6dTwFJnkRU

Self-Driving System Rankings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X06tXpg7yiA

2016 Toyota RAV4 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEnMo_G7eM8

2018 LA Auto Show: 2019 Toyota Prius AWD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uuYO8OIjl8

2014 Toyota Corolla First Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uu6QfFB7fDY