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We thought a podcast would be the perfect vehicle for taking viewers behind-the-scenes of MotorWeek. We produce 52 episodes of MotorWeek a year, but we don't always have time to tell you everything. The podcast is a unique opportunity for viewers to hear our personal impressions of the vehicles we road test, discover the stories behind the stories MotorWeek is covering and learn more about where the auto industry is headed as it focuses squarely on fuel economy.
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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.
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.
1In 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.
In Podcast #323, Jessica Ray steps in as host to guide the MotorWeek crew’s discussions on the reveals of the 2024 New York International Auto Show! Like Genesis…who has some interesting new concepts that certainly look production-ready while INFINITI & Nissan take familiar but quite opposite name plates into their next-generation, Hyundai gives two of their models a tasteful refresh, while Kia brings out an all-new model to replace the compact Forte sedan, and the North American debut of the all-electric Polestar 4 crossover…that will eventually be built here in the US but won’t have a rear window.
In Podcast #322, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew discuss how the Lincoln Nautilus midsize luxury utility sees impressive new styling and technology inside and out, while Lexus shakes up their lineup with an all-new three-row crossover…the TX, and Rivian introduces not one…but TWO new models with plans to make them at more affordable prices. Plus a Lightning Round to discuss how your driving data may be used against you and a viewer has a question on the upcoming electric Mini Cooper!
In Podcast #321, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew talk about huge news from Dodge as they have just unveiled details of the eighth-generation Charger…and it includes a gas engine. But first, Greg talks about one of our favorite new all-electrics, the impressive Kia EV9 midsize utility. And Jessica discusses a First Drive in another midsizer, the rugged but still luxurious Lexus GX. Our Lightning Round examines a recent viral tweet on what the size of a vehicle means for safety and a viewer has a question on how we perform our track testing!
In Podcast #320, Jessica Ray steps in as host and starts off with a few stories that Stephanie has been working on, including a fascinating TV and movie car exhibit at the Petersen Automotive Museum. Then Alex gives us the details on Mazda’s newest model, the CX-70, and how it is actually more familiar than you think. Our Lightning Round addresses Ford discontinuing one of their driver assistance features and we finish up Kyle talking about Honda’s first serious all-electric entry, the Prologue, which he recently drove.
BONUS PODCAST! In Podcast #319, John Davis and Jessica Ray take our podcast on the road to talk about everything new at the 2024 Chicago Auto Show. From the new Ford Explorer and Chevrolet Equinox’s auto show debuts to the unveiling of TWO new Kia models, we chat about what you will find on the show floor this year!
In Podcast #318, John Davis and the MotorWeek team breakdown their picks for this year’s Drivers’ Choice Awards! Plus, we’ll reveal which vehicle we liked the best that takes home our “Best of the Year” award. But we can’t forget about our Lightning Round which addresses CEO of General Motors, Mary Barra, and her recent announcement that they would begin selling plug-in hybrids again!
In Podcast 317, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew recap their recent week-long trip down to Savannah, Georgia for their annual high performance testing at Roebling Road Raceway. They tracked eight high performance cars including the Chevrolet Corvette Z06, Ford Mustang Dark Horse, Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT, Lambroghini Urus Performante, and more! Plus our Lightning Round addresses some recent headlining news of electric vehicles having difficulties charging in Chicago’s extreme cold weather. And we’ll finish off with a rant about the lack of hybrid crossover options.
In Podcast 316, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew dive into the details of their newest long term test vehicle: the 2024 Mazda CX-50. Then Brian Robinson gives us the scoop on how Mercedes has updated their GLS three-row utility. Then in our Lightning Round, we ponder Volkswagen’s addition of ChatGTP artificial intelligence into their latest infotainment system. Plus a viewer has a question on whether automakers have given up on hydrogen vehicles. And we’ll wrap things up with our time scooting around town on Honda’s new e-scooter, the Motocompacto.
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