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In Podcast #342, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew are back from a variety of first drives…from big to small utes and an all-electric hot rod! We begin with Nissan’s big ravamp to their full-size Armada. Then we shrink down to entry-level with the refreshed Volkswagen Taos. And we’ll cross the finish line in the next generation Dodge Charger…specifically the new all-electric Daytona models! Plus, our Lightning Round addresses the potential dangers of knockoff charging adapters and a few listeners were wondering why Jessica recently sold her Ford Maverick.

In Podcast #341, Jessica Ray fills in for John Davis on hosting duties. Her and the rest of the MotorWeek crew discuss the massive upgrade for the gas-powered Chevrolet Equinox. Along with Toyota’s helping hand to Mazda, lending them hybrid tech to put in their CX-50 utility. And finally we’ll finish off with the resurrection of the Scout name–yes, the one from International Harvester—as a new EV truck & SUV brand who recently debuted their first two models. Plus we have a Lightning Round on the recent resignation of the CEO of Stellantis—the company that owns Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM, & Fiat—and what his departure might mean for the brand.

In Podcast #340, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew recap everything that’s new…and not so new from the 2024 LA Auto Show. We launch into the details of the 4th-gen Volkswagen Tiguan, the revamped Genesis GV70 SUV, a special fashion edition of the Fiat 500e, the 3-row Hyundai IONIQ 9, and Kia’s updates to the Sportage, EV9, & EV6. Plus, our Lightning Round brings up Jaguar’s controversial rebrand and a viewer has a question about Honda and Toyota’s recent influx of recalls.

In Podcast #339, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew have a wide array of cars and topics to talk about. We start off with saying goodbye to one of our latest long term vehicles, the affordable 2024 Nissan Sentra. Then we dive into the recent reveal of the 4th-generation of Honda’s 2-row utility, the 2026 Passport. We finish up with Brian Robinson’s recent experience behind the wheel of the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla, now available with an automatic transmission! Plus, our Lightning Round discusses what might be in store for the future of EVs in the U.S. with the outcome of the recent presidential election.

In Podcast #338, John Davis and the team have a little something for everyone. We’ll start with an update from “FYI” reporter Stephanie Hart on her upcoming featuring stories, including one showcasing a company using artificial intelligence to track traffic, respond to incidents and, ultimately, save lives. Writer Alex Kellum leads the discussion on the recently refreshed Honda Civic Si, made even more fun to drive thanks to some updates that go deeper than just bodywork. Then we’ll pass the mic to “Over the Edge” reporter Greg Carloss, recounting his First Drive experience with the Volkswagen ID. Buzz, the all-electric people hauler that transports us back to a groovier time.

In Podcast #337, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew discuss three very different vehicles. First off, we spent two weeks with the V8-powered Jeep Wrangler 392 Final Edition (but it is really the FINAL Edition?). Then we dive into a first drive with the revamped Buick Enclave three-row crossover. And we finish up with some recent track time in the Subaru WRX tS, an almost STI-like model of the WRX. But before that, John sat down with TJ Campbell, TireRack’s Tire Information and Testing Manager, on what you need to know about winter tires!

In Podcast #336, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew are all over the place with their topics. First up is Hyundai’s budget econobox slash hot rod, the Elantra N. Then Ford aims to make the full-size Expedition more competetive for it’s 5th-generation with lots of new features. We shift on over to our Lightning Round which addresses Ford’s recent incentive for EV buyers that includes complimentary home chargers along with whether a recent recall over Wrangler 4xe’s will hinder PHEV sales. Then we’ll finish off with our honest thoughts on the most polarizing vehicle to come out this year, the Tesla Cybertruck.

In Podcast #335, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew gather to chat about a wide spectrum of utilities! We’ll launch with the launch of the refreshed 2025 Volvo XC90 3-row utility. Then it’s all about value and function with a first drive in the revamped Nissan Kicks. We go digital for this week’s Lightning Round as our own Jessica Ray had a recent tweet about a Mini Countryman’s circular touchscreen that went viral and then a viewer has a question about what happens when you drain the battery in a plug-in hybrid! Finally, we spent two weeks with the all-new Toyota Land Cruiser.

Podcast #334 brings John Davis and the MotorWeek team back into the studio to talk shop about three vehicles recently on the crew’s radar. First, a detailed rundown on the refreshed Ford Bronco Sport, arriving for 2025 with an available Sasquatch package. Then we’ll kick it over to Greg, regaling his time in Southern California with the Volvo EX90. We’ll spark up a Lighting Round about recent shifts in electric vehicle strategies, then Brian gets back on throttle with the exciting Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray. The team forgoes the typical Rant or Rave, concluding instead with a teaser of the upcoming 44th season of MotorWeek.

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.