Talking Cars (MP3)

On this episode, we talk about the 2020 Ford Explorer we've purchased for our test program, and discuss how this midsized three-row SUV stacks up against the some of the better competitors. Also, our experts discuss how emerging technology is playing a role in preventing a child from being left in a hot car, and give tips on what any driver can do to help prevent a tragedy. We wrap up with questions from our audience, including the difference between CR's and IIHS' headlight testing, how Consumer Reports determines a car's reliability score, and what exactly are the differences between an SUV and a CUV (crossover utility vehicle).

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SHOW NOTES

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00:26 - Rear Seat Reminder Systems

05:48 - 2020 Ford Explorer first impressions

13:31 - Question #1: How does CR determines a car's reliability score?

16:57 - Question #2: Replacing a 2014 Volkswagen TDI wagon with something that has comfortable seats, all-wheel drive, and great road manners.

19:55 - Question #3: What is the difference between CR's and IIHS' headlight testing?

23:23 - Question #4: What exactly are the differences between an SUV and a CUV?

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2019 Detroit Auto Show: 2020 Ford Explorer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNWQ_JQjc7k

2016 Ford Explorer Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mP236lul0Jk

2019 Detroit Auto Show: 2020 Kia Telluride

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDr5uu7QheQ

2018 LA Auto Show: 2020 Hyundai Palisade

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uFbbBDcCYYg

2019 Subaru Ascent Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCgPso_jBDk

2014 BMW 3 Series Review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuzAaZO_7cA

2017 BMW 330i Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-o99R0RgD8

2015 Volvo S60 Review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCGNZZd2hVc

2019 Volvo S60 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwlnI4f_crc

2014 Lexus IS preview

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0iVZ9F38S8

2017 Audi A4 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khXQj4tCxxI

2019 Genesis G70 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDrN5_R3Bu0

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This week we dip into the mailbag to answer audience questions, including ways to improve the car buying experience at the dealer, whether all-season or winter tires are better for wet (but not snowy) driving conditions, and if pressing your accelerator will override automatic emergency braking (AEB) in a crash situation, and many more!

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SHOW NOTES

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00:54 - Question #1: Why car battery prices are increasing?

03:30 - Question #2: Are Subaru ads accurate, claiming high reliability?

05:34 - Question #3: Replacing a high mileage V6 Camry with a Hybrid SUV.

09:02 - Question #4: Is an all-weather tire better than a winter tire for wet braking?

11:55 - Question #5: Why aren't manufacturers putting more effort into improving the car buying experience?

15:29 - Question #6: Does the gas pedal override the automatic emergency braking?

17:35 - Question #7: How much range will an electric car's battery lose sitting in a parking lot for an extended period of time with colder temperatures?

20:18 - Question #8: Will SUVs rule the roost forever, or could there be a shift back to sedans and wagons?

25:23 - Question #9: Which car is better for high altitude driving?

27:34 - Question #10: Please recommend a fun, responsive, safe, and reliable four seat sedan with good fuel economy.

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2017 BMW 330i Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-o99R0RgD8

2018 Mazda6 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dANxqmrKcnc

2019 Genesis G70 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dANxqmrKcnc

2019 Toyota RAV4 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSAuvdH_oGQ

2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Test Results; CR's Tire Purchasing Survey Results

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AO5gkJ9__5A

4K Review: 2017 Toyota Highlander Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ic5Obebxcv8

2017 Audi A4 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khXQj4tCxxI

4K Review: 2017 Mini Cooper Countryman Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skG8lLJUPu8

2018 Hyundai Kona Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YcFRHiHP2E

2019 Jaguar I-PACE Test Results: 2019 Kia Soul First Impressions

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18vG2BpAVOw

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This week we give our first impressions on the all-new 2019 Volkswagen Arteon, and discuss the evolution of this hatchback sedan. Then, our experts each select a car on the market today that they think will become a classic show car in the future. Also, we dip into the mailbag to answer audience questions, including why you should not try to test automatic emergency braking at home, if low-profile tires serve any function on a pickup truck, and if the BMW-powered Toyota Supra will maintain Toyota's reputation for excellent reliability.

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SHOW NOTES

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00:32 - Which Modern Car Could Become The Future Classic

07:47 - 2019 Volkswagen Arteon First Impressions

16:03 - Question #1: Is there any way to test the automatic emergency braking system on your car?

17:59 - Question #2: Are large wheel sizes on trucks purely for style, or is there some functionality to them?

21:54 - Question #3: Will the new BMW-powered Toyota Supra have Toyota's reliability?

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New 2019 Volkswagen Arteon Is a Stylish Alternative to Midsized Sedans

https://www.consumerreports.org/sedans/2019-volkswagen-arteon-first-drive-review/

2013 Volkswagen CC review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhdTi1j51FE

Chrysler 300C review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5E_MMzmKkKw

2012 Chrysler 300 first drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TH5pFbNpxWI

4K Review: 2016 Tesla Model S Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9cT_mIff-Q

2013 Tesla Model S first drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUEULCDkWYk

Why Consumer Reports Bought a Tesla Model S P85D

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QNfAiyiZpVE

2019 Detroit Auto Show: 2020 Jeep Gladiator

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RMnHRUBHOg

2019 Detroit Auto Show: 2020 Toyota Supra

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MdtL8brC3Bw

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We just bought a 2020 Cadillac XT6 for testing at the track, and we give our first impressions on the midsized SUV, including how it stacks up against other 3-row competitors (including its big brother, the Escalade.) Volkswagen has ended production on some of the last station wagons in the US market, the Golf Alltrack and SportWagen; we analyze why many wagons are being discontinued, and what they are being replaced with. We also answer audience questions about the ideal driving conditions for a dual-clutch transmission, the use of advanced safety features in inclement weather, and why you might see a lot of soot on the tailpipe of a direct injection turbo.

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SHOW NOTES

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00:37 - Volkswagen discontinuing the Golf Alltrack and SportWagen

06:52 - 2020 Cadillac XT6 first impressions

11:59 - Question #1: Is a DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox or Dual-Clutch Transmission) ideal for heavy traffic driving?

16:10 - Question #2: How do advanced safety systems react in inclement weather?

19:53 - Question #3: Why is there a lot of soot on the tailpipe of a direct injection turbo car?

23:19 - Question #4: What is a good replacement for a 10 year old Prius?

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2107 Volkswagen Alltrack Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFwfm63Ts1k

2019 Detroit Auto Show: 2020 Cadillac XT6

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YL0Z8wAgBkY

2020 Cadillac XT6 Is a Pleasant, Forgettable SUV

https://www.consumerreports.org/suvs/2020-cadillac-xt6-first-drive-review/

2015 Cadillac Escalade Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4_Rhf9NMfw

2017 GMC Acadia Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTDsPlpsla8

2018 LA Auto Show: 2019 Toyota Prius AWD

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uuYO8OIjl8

4K Review: 2018 Toyota Camry Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpOUrt8sLGE

4K Review: 2018 Honda Accord Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRFEpKCeM9w

2019 Toyota Avalon Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GsYrBRbjUok

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This week we share our test results on the 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, and how it stacks up compared to the standard RAV4. We also look at CR's exclusive survey on our member's tire purchasing experiences, and discuss some of the most effective tire buying techniques. We end the episode with audience questions, including whether or not a car with dark paint gets hotter than a lighter one when left in the sun, the pros and cons of the various transmission systems available on the market, and if SUVs pose a greater risk of rollovers versus sedans.

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SHOW NOTES

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00:28 - CR Tire Purchasing Survey

06:18 - 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Test Results

10:14 - Question #1: Does a car with dark paint get hotter than a lighter one when left in the sun?

13:01 - Question #2: What are the pros and cons of the various transmission systems available on the market?

18:56 - Question #3: Do SUVs pose a greater risk of rollovers versus sedans?

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Driving Forces Behind Tire Purchases Revealed in CR's Exclusive Survey

https://www.consumerreports.org/tire-buying-maintenance/survey-reveals-driving-forces-behind-tire-purchases/

Autos Tips: Tire Tread

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lu2gEB18bwk

Winter Driving Tips

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLtakpDFGtU

2019 Toyota RAV4 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSAuvdH_oGQ

4K Review: 2018 Subaru Crosstrek Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4J005E_TMeY

2015 Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XmTXLmKoYP4

2018 Ford Expedition Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGzUBebtnO4

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This week our team shares their first impressions on the 2019 Audi E-Tron, the German automaker's first electric vehicle, and discusses how it compares to other luxury EVs. We also talk about the passing of Lee Iacocca, a legendary automotive executive, and share some of the highlights (and lowlights) from his time in the automotive industry. We end the episode with audience questions, touching on topics like the availability of car parts when a vehicle is discontinued, whether or not headlights should be more regulated, and a good compact SUV for senior citizens.

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SHOW NOTES

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00:32 - Lee Iacocca Highlights

09:37 - 2019 Audi A8 First Impressions

18:29 - Question #1: What happens to availability of car parts when a vehicle is discontinued

20:32 - Question #2: Why aren't headlights more heavily regulated?

26:39 - Question #3: What is a good car for senior citizens?

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2018 LA Auto Show: 2019 Audi E-Tron

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBV9nrd6_mo

Lee Iacocca Created Legendary Cars. Here's What Consumer Reports Said About Them.

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-consumer-reports-test-results-of-lee-iacocca-cars/

2012 Chrysler 300 first drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TH5pFbNpxWI

Headlight cleaning tips

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=abaCMHqCCzk

2015 Lexus NX Review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtJ-m-rI3K8

2019 Lexus US Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0eKMW9wvKA

2017 Honda CR-V Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwN2Tl1A5Z4

2019 Toyota RAV4 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSAuvdH_oGQ

4K Review: 2017 Mazda CX-5 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmTVgcuD2V4

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This week, we give our first impressions of the 2020 Palisade, Hyundai's all-new upscale three-row SUV. Summer is road trip season, and we choose the best car in the CR Auto Test fleet for one of our panelists to take on a trip to Montreal. We also answer audience questions about the 2019 Kia Niro's loss in recommendation from CR, and whether or not a teenager should learn to drive on a manual transmission car rather than an automatic.

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SHOW NOTES

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00:27 - Road Trip Car Pick

08:04 - 2020 Hyundai Palisade First Impressions

13:43 - Question #1: Why did the 2019 Kia Niro lose its recommendation from CR?

16:53 - Question #2: Should a teenager learn to drive on a manual transmission car rather than an automatic?

22:03 - Question #3: Which three-row SUV would you recommend?

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2020 Hyundai Palisade is Packed With Features and Refinement

https://www.consumerreports.org/suvs/2020-hyundai-palisade-first-drive-review/

2018 LA Auto Show: 2020 Hyundai Palisade

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uFbbBDcCYYg

2019 Detroit Auto Show: 2020 Kia Telluride

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDr5uu7QheQ

2019 Cadillac XT4 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dmf3NYaOkDU

2019 Genesis G70 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDrN5_R3Bu0

2017 BMW 330i Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-o99R0RgD8

Best New Cars for Teens

https://www.consumerreports.org/new-cars/best-new-cars-for-teens/

Best Used Cars for Teens

https://www.consumerreports.org/used-cars/best-used-cars-for-teens/

2013 Honda Accord first drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjVV9YbLBIg

2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pV_57znwZsA

2018 LA Auto Show: 2020 Toyota Corolla

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jdM7sVsfi4

4K Review: 2017 Toyota Highlander Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ic5Obebxcv8

Chrysler Pacifica Redefines the Minivan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACuDfSHfh2I

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We talk electric this week, sharing the test results of the Jaguar's all-new I-Pace EV and compare it with the Tesla Model X and other electric vehicles. We then discuss our first impressions of the 2019 Kia Soul and the Soul EV. Plus, we wrap up the episode with audience questions.

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SHOW NOTES

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00:35 - 2019 Jaguar I-Pace Test Results

09:00 - 2019 Kia Soul and Soul EV First Impressions

14:20 - Question #1: Can software updates make noticeable difference in a car?

18:13 - Question #2: Is it better to buy a cheaper new car rather than an older model?

20:52 - Question #3: What's the European car model that you would love to be sold in the US market?

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2018 LA Auto Show: 2020 Kia Soul

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fb_zoX4V6r8

2014 Kia Soul First Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWLSznNopCw

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This week our expert panelists answer as many questions as time allows. We discuss the best time of year to buy a car, whether or not to ever turn off an automatic emergency braking system, and does an $8,000 cut in price make the new Chevrolet Blazer a viable choice. Plus, many more.

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SHOW NOTES

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00:50 - Question #1: When is the best time to buy a car?

03:21 - Question #2: Why is there a lack of charting centers for electric car owners?

05:52 - Question #3: What car has the ultimate seat comfort, fun to drive, and fuel efficient?

08:32 - Question #4: Is turning off automatic emergency braking system ever a good idea?

11:09 - Question #5: Would it be smarter to keep cars for a long time, or trade them in sooner?

13:43 - Question #6: Is the (2007-2012) Toyota oil consumption issue significant enough to refrain from purchasing?

16:05 - Question #7: Why do OEM tires seem to wear out faster than aftermarket tires?

17:28 - Question #8: Should I buy an Accord, Camry, or Altima?

20:25 - Question #9: Are turbo engines less reliable than naturally aspirated engines?

22:36 - Question #10: How does CR test fuel economy in variable temperatures?

23:11 - Question #11: Does an $8,000 price cut make the new Chevrolet Blazer a viable choice?

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4K Review: 2018 Toyota Camry Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpOUrt8sLGE

4K Review: 2018 Honda Accord Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRFEpKCeM9w

2019 Nissan Altima Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mhow54shu-o

2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pV_57znwZsA

2017 Honda Civic Is Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyKF6jsVIug

2019 Chevrolet Blazer Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1XFgYyH00o

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It's a head-to-head this week! We just finished testing the 2019 BMW 330i and Volvo S60 and we compare the results of these two luxury sport sedans. We wrap up the episode with some interesting questions about how we test seating position, if we recommend the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, are all-weather tires worth your while, and why are Volkswagen TDis still on the road?

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SHOW NOTES

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00:39 - 2019 BMW 330i vs. 2019 Volvo S60

08:59 - Question 1: How does CR test seating position?

11:04 - Question 2: Did Toyota shrink the 2019 RAV4?

12:16 - Question 3: What does CR's reliability data say about the Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid?

15:42 - Question 4: Are all-weather tires good enough to replace the winter tires and still be used in the summer?

19:05 - Question 5: Why are Volkswagen diesels are still on the road?

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2019 Volvo S60 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwlnI4f_crc

2017 BMW 330i Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-o99R0RgD8

2019 Toyota RAV4 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSAuvdH_oGQ

2016 Toyota RAV4 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEnMo_G7eM8

New All-Weather Tires Outperform Some Snow Tires

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JfEcVZvQEA

Getting your tires ready for winter: Advice from Consumer Reports

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hixD6srMlP0

Chrysler Pacifica Redefines the Minivan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACuDfSHfh2I

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