In Podcast #333, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew are here to talk about some big family haulers! We’ll start with what GMC has done to their popular Yukon, including a new AT4 Ultimate trim. Then it’s over to the luxury side of the Blue Oval with a recently revealed new generation of Lincoln Navigator. We’ll merge off the highway briefly for a Lightning Round on how the latest RAM 1500 doesn’t have an oil dipstick and then a viewer has a question about why we haven’t seen ventilated steering wheels! Finally, the Kia Carnival sees some updates for 2025 which include a new hybrid powertrain option.

In Podcast #332, Jessica Ray subs in for John Davis as host this week to chat with the MotorWeek crew about a random assortment of cars we’ve been testing! First up is the high-voltage and game changing Hyundai IONIQ5 N…which might be the EV that wins over doubters. Then we shift our non-existent gears to the latest addition to our long term test fleet, the Honda Accord Hybrid. We finish off with a big reveal of a small truck, the updated Ford Maverick. Our Lightning Round addresses how Toyota is handling a massive recall on Tundra engines and a viewer has a question about how to keep touchscreens clean.

In Podcast #331, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew are back from! We begin with the latest updates from the Blue Oval’s flagship utility, the 2025 Explorer. Then we give an update on one of the latest members of our long term fleet, the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. Then we change lanes to our Lightning Round where we discuss potential legislation to combat speeding deaths. And then a viewer has a question about whether or not they should be worried when buying a used hybrid. We cross the finish line with Greg’s recent time driving Porsche’s revolutionary new hybridized 911.

In Podcast #330, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew are all about the Hondas the week! Jessica starts us off with her time driving the revived Honda Civic Hybrid while Brian goes off the beaten path with the Ridgeline TrailSport. Then we shift to our Lightning Round where a recent survey of EV owners has many asking if they want to stay all-electric. And a viewer has a question on whether or not they should buy or lease their next vehicle while in advanced age. We end with Stephanie’s recent experience in the refreshed Acura MDX.

In Podcast #329, Jessica Ray subs in for John Davis as host this week to chat with the MotorWeek crew about a first drive in the updated Porsche Cayenne GTS. Then our own Dave Scrivener is back from the racing experience of a lifetime, the 24 Hours of Le Mans! Plus our Lightning Round addresses how a recent cyberattack effecting thousands of dealerships across the country is impacting sales. And a viewer has a question about the rising popularity of SUV coupes.

In Podcast #328, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew are back from their travels to talk about a few new vehicles! Jessica starts things off with the reveal of the Jeep Wagoneer S. Then Alex switches gears to the recent updates to the Rivian R1T and R1S. And then we drive the Toyota Venza’s replacement, the Crown Signia! Plus, a Lightning Round about theft at electric vehicle charging stations and a viewer has a question about charging PHEVs.

In Podcast #327, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew are back from their travels to talk about a few new vehicles! Jessica tees us off with a first look at the return of a hybrid powertrain to the refreshed 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid. Then Alex explains how the Mazda CX-70 differs from the CX-90. And then we finally get seat time in Chevrolet’s $35,000 Equinox EV! Plus, a Lightning Round about the recent tariff hikes on Chinese-made electric vehicles.

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.

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!

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.