The AutoGuide Show

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  • Ranked: The Longest-Lasting Cars You Can Buy Today: Ep. 134

    Are you looking to buy a car that you can drive until the wheels fall off? In this episode of The AutoGuide Show, host Colum Wood is joined by Karl Brauer, Executive Analyst at iSeeCars.com, to dive into their massive annual study analyzing over 395 million vehicles to determine which cars are most likely to reach the quarter-million-mile mark.We break down the top-ranking brands, the longest-lasting individual models, trucks, SUVs, sedans, and the surprising truth about how hybrids and EVs hold up over time.

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    38 min
  • Even Used Cars Are Becoming Unaffordable: Ep. 133

    If you think finding a affordable new car is hard, wait until you check the used market!

    In today’s episode of The AutoGuide Show, host Colum Wood sits down with Karl Brauer from iSeeCars.com to break down a shocking new study: used cars under $20,000 are rapidly disappearing. Just a few years ago, a $20,000 budget gave you access to roughly half of the 1-to-5-year-old used car market. Today? That number has plummeted to just 11.4%.
    Karl walks us through the exact data behind rising 3-year-old vehicle prices, why popular sedans like the Hyundai Elantra and Toyota Camry saw double-digit price spikes, why luxury icons like the Porsche 911 and G-Class are skyrocketing, and how the "Disneyland Rule" applies to modern automotive pricing.

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    32 min
  • Why Buying a New Car Might be a Terrible Financial Mistake: Ep. 132

    Why Are So Many Car Buyers "Underwater" on Loans? (And Why Don't They Care?)

    Negative equity in the car market is hitting record numbers—so why are consumers still signing on the dotted line? Today, Dave Thomas from CDK Global joins the show to break down consumer buying habits, long-term auto loans, and the truth about car affordability.
    In this video, we discuss:
    What negative equity is and why it's rising post-COVID
    The shift away from leasing and why younger buyers prefer long loan terms
    Why car prices aren't inflating as fast as you think (despite the $50k headlines)
    How dealerships view long-term loans and customer retention
    Drop your thoughts in the comments below: Would you ever take out a 7-year car loan?

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    38 min
  • The Most and Least Dangerous Cars on the Road: Ep 131

    Are you driving one of the most dangerous cars on the road—or one of the safest? In this episode of The Auto Guide Show, we sit down with Chuck Farmer, Vice President of Research at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), to break down the latest real-world driver death rate study.While IIHS is famous for its slow-mo crash test videos, their real-world crash data reveals the true impact of vehicle size, weight, muscle car performance, and driver demographics on highway fatalities. We discuss why small cars like the Kia Rio continue to top the highest death rate lists, why large trucks pose a threat to other drivers, and which luxury SUVs recorded zero driver deaths.

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    34 min
  • Are Luxury Car Brands Losing Their Edge? – Dissecting the JD Power APEAL Study: Ep. 130

    Despite ongoing vehicle affordability concerns, today’s new car buyers are happier with their purchases than ever before. Even more surprising? The satisfaction gap between mainstream vehicles and luxury brands is rapidly evaporating.In this episode of The AutoGuide Show, host Colum Wood (AutoGuide's VP of Content) sits down with Frank Hanley, Senior Director of Automotive Benchmarking at J.D. Power, to break down the key findings from the 2026 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study.

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    35 min
  • Is Your Uber App is Lying to You? Exposing Fake Ride Share Discounts: Ep. 129

    Ever feel like Uber or Lyft is charging you way more than your friend for the exact same trip? You’re not crazy and we have the data to prove it.On this episode of The AutoGuide Show, we sit down with Consumer Reports investigative reporter Derek Kravitz to unpack a groundbreaking study on rideshare pricing. We dive into how AI might be personalizing your fares, why those "advertised discounts" might actually be fake, and why two people standing side-by-side can see a 50% price difference for the same ride.If you’re tired of feeling ripped off, Consumer Reports is pushing regulators to step in and stop these tactics.SIGN THE PETITION & READ THE STUDSign Consumer Reports' Petition: https://action.consumerreports.org/cro-20260616-mtpr-uberlyftRead the full investigative report: https://www.consumerreports.org/money/questionable-business-practices/uber-lyft-different-prices-for-same-ride-and-fake-discounts-a1093538909/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_LI

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    37 min
  • Owners Rank These Brands Best (And Worst) for Initial Quality: Ep. 128

    Are cars actually getting more reliable, or are we just getting better at designing cupholders?

    In this episode of The AutoGuide Show, we dive deep into the shocking results of the newly released 2026 J.D. Power U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS). To help us unpack the data, we sat down with Frank Hanley, Senior Director of Automotive Benchmarking at J.D. Power. He gives us the unfiltered truth on which automakers are crushing it, which ones are crashing out, and what these rankings actually mean for everyday car buyers. If you want to know if your favorite brand made the top of the list—or sunk to the absolute bottom—this is the episode you can’t miss!

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    36 min
  • Best Choices for Off-Roading and Camping: Ep 127

    This week we have a special episode dedicated to discussing the best vehicle choices for off-roading and camping. Our guest is Alex Kwanten, Managing Editor, Autos U.S. News & World Report. More than just a list of what he thinks are the best choices, he's actually thoroughly testing them in these conditions. Some are obvious choices, others may surprise you!

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    28 min
  • Why AI Can't Help You Buy Your Next Car: Ep 126

    This week Mike talks to Consumer Reports about the pros and cons of letting AI help you with your next vehicle purchasing decision. We break down at which point AI can be helpful and where it will lead consumers astray.

    Later, Mike reviews the Ironhead Thrasher R/T RTD01 Tire - an off-road warrior for those on a budget. Finally, in the mailbag, we answer the question of what are the best fuel efficient cars currently on sale today.

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    30 min
  • How to Pick a Safe Car for Teenage Drivers

    This week Mike talks to Becca from the IIHS about the best cars for teenagers. We discuss what makes a car good or bad for teenagers to drive, and what to look for deciding what to buy.

    Later, Mike reviews the Sailun Terramax RT off road tire, for you value orientated trail travellers. Finally, we dig into Audi's latest release, a near 1,000 horsepower supercar.

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    26 min

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