In this week’s episode of America on the Road, host Jack Nerad and co-host Chris Teague get behind the wheel of two luxury crossovers aiming to win over premium SUV buyers. Chris reviews the 2026 Genesis GV70 3.5T Sport Prestige, a sleek and tech-packed SUV that blends bold styling with real driving chops. Jack reports from the road in Texas on the 2025 Lexus TX 350 AWD Luxury, a spacious, well-appointed three-row SUV built with well-heeled American families in mind. The AOTR driving duo compares the SUVs’ driving dynamics, tech features, and real-world usability to help buyers make smarter decisions.

Hitting the highway to DFW, Jack Nerad takes a closer look at the all-new 2025 Lexus TX 350 AWD Luxury, a three-row SUV that delivers comfort, capability, and tech for families who need space without sacrificing style. Powered by a 275-hp turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and featuring adaptive AWD, this mid-trim model impresses with a panoramic roof, Mark Levinson audio, heated/ventilated seats in both rows, and an intuitive 14-inch touchscreen. Jack details how it handled a family road trip to an historic college football game and why the TX may become a new go-to for luxury-minded families.

Chris Teague drives the top-trim 2026 Genesis GV70 3.5T Sport Prestige, a compact luxury SUV that balances performance, refinement, and high-end features. With a 375-hp twin-turbo V6, AWD, and a long list of standard tech, this model stands toe-to-toe with more expensive rivals from some better-known manufacturers. Key highlights include a gorgeous paint job, 21-inch wheels, a 27-inch curved OLED display, Ergo Motion front seats, and an impressive suite of safety features. Chris explains why this Genesis might be the highest-value SUV in its class and why it could finally shake the “underdog” label.

Fast-charging stations have surged 80% in two years, but EV sales may dip now that federal tax credits have expired. Is the infrastructure boom arriving too late?

Volvo’s 2026 EV Lineup Revealed

Highlights include the 800V EX90, budget-friendly EX30, off-road-ready EX30 Cross Country, and a new Black Edition EX40.

Kia Drops the Soul

After 16 years and over 1.5 million units sold, Kia is ending Soul production. The iconic boxy hatch and its “hamstars” ride into the sunset.

Subaru Ends Legacy Production in U.S.

At the conclusion of a four-decade run, the Subaru Legacy sedan has rolled off its final assembly line in Indiana. Sedans aren’t what they once were, so Subaru’s focus now shifts to the Forester.

Fake Parts = Real Trouble

Counterfeit auto parts are on the rise, costing drivers thousands in damage and repairs. Experts urge buyers to steer clear of third-party online parts.

John from Lubbock, TX asks:
“With all the hype around electrics, I’m wondering if hybrids aren’t really the smart play. What do you guys think about buying a hybrid versus an EV?”

Jack and Chris weigh the pros and cons of hybrids versus full EVs, discussing cost, infrastructure, daily usability, and long-term ownership.

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