The AutoGuide Show

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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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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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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Why aren't people buying electric vehicles as quickly as expected, even with high gas prices? This week on the Auto Guide Show, we sit down with Brent Gruber, Executive Director of EV Solutions at JD Power, to break down the massive gap between consumer interest and actual sales. From the "cost of convenience" and hidden home charging expenses to the truth about public charging infrastructure and range anxiety, we look at what’s really holding buyers back. Plus, what does the influx of 4-to-5-year-old off-lease EVs mean for affordability?

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This week we talk to David Thomas from CDK about why Chinese cars may not be as affordable as some people think. We discuss the barriers and cost issues that surround the North American automotive market compared to other regions.

Later, Mike does a product review of the Chemical Guys Tire+Trim Gel High-Gloss Restorer and Protectant. Finally, in the mailbag, the topic centers around Ram's new Rumble Bee lineup of sport trucks.

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This week Mike sits down with Karl from iSeeCars.com to discuss which makes and models are holding their value the best in terms of resale. There are some surprising entries at the top, and bottom, of this list.

Later, Mike reviews the VIOFO A329S 3CH Dash Cam which includes three separate cameras and a ton of features. Finally, in the mailbag, we discuss some of the best vehicles to take on your next camping trip, regardless of how you head out into the woods.

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This week Mike talks to Nissan about the challenges behind making a smaller, more affordable car like the 2026 Sentra, achieve a top safety rating. We discuss the process of designing a car right from the ground up to excel at all the current crash tests as well as including the latest technology to avoid a collision altogether.

Later, Mike talks about his experiences with the Sailun TerraMax HLT highway-bias SUV tire in our product review. Then, finally, in the mailbag portion we tackle the question of why V8 engines are about to return to Formula 1.

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This week Mike sits down with Hagerty to discuss the future of car collecting. We discuss the current trends, what cars are gaining popularity, and what cars are decreasing in value. We also discuss why there is a shift happening in the collector car world.

Later, during the product review, Mike discuss the Pros and Cons of the Nextbase Piqo 2K Dash Cam. Finally, in our mailbag, we give a bit of advice on Used Cars, and whether sedans still make sense.

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This week Mike talks to Brandon Sturgis from BFGoodrich tires about a wide range of topics, including how to decide which off-road tires are right for your CUV or SUV. We also talk tire care tips, the advancements off-road tires have made in the past decade, as well as the current ruggedized SUV craze from automakers.

Later, Mike talks about his latest product test, The Chemical Guys Headlight Restoration and Ceramic Kit. Finally, we visit the mailbag to answer what we want the rumored Chevrolet Camaro to be.

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This week host Greg Migliore chats with Andrea Algeri, Brembo’s Car Racing Market Manager, to discuss how braking and energy recovery have impacted what’s shaping up to be a wild 2026 Formula One season.

We also get into how braking tech has evolved throughout different eras in F1, what changed this year and how Brembo transfers its racing experience to road cars

Then Mike Schlee joins for his latest gear test, the Viofo A119M dash cam. In the AutoGuide Garage, Mike reviews the monstrous 2026 Ford F450

We close things out with the mailbag, where we ponder what the return of the Nissan Xterra means for the off-roading segment.

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