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The Total Car Score podcast covers a wide range of automotive topics, including new car reviews, shopping guidance, buying advice and news stories impacting the automotive marketplace.
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In this episode, we’re in Munich for the world premiere of the 2026 BMW iX3, the first model of the Neue Klasse, signaling the future of BMW design and technology. Oliver Heilmer, Head of BMW Design, takes us behind the scenes to explain how this new era came to life.
In this episode, we are at Ski Portillo, Chile, a legendary resort known for its old-school hospitality, world-class Andes slopes like Roca Jack and Cara Cara, and the breathtaking views of Laguna del Inca. To get there, you’ll drive the iconic Carretera Caracoles, one of the most winding and dramatic mountain roads in the world—an unforgettable journey for every ski enthusiast.
In this episode, we’re in Louisville, Kentucky, test-driving the all-new 2026 Kia Sportage. With refreshed styling, upgraded technology, and multiple powertrain options, Kia’s popular SUV is aiming to stay ahead of the competition—and maybe even take home the North American SUV of the Year Award.
In this episode, we’re at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance with Lamborghini Chief Engineer Matteo Ortenzi. He reveals how his team preserved the raw emotion and unmistakable supercar character in Lamborghini’s latest V12 hybrid models — the Revuelto and the Fenomeno.
In this episode, we’re at Domino Square Park in New York City with Ralph Gilles, Chief Design Officer at Stellantis, for the reveal of the 2026 Jeep Cherokee. Gilles walks us through the SUV’s striking new design, elevated interior, and advanced hybrid powertrains—marking a bold evolution of Jeep’s iconic mid size model.
In this episode, we explore why Monterey Car Week has evolved into one of the most important automotive events in the world, not just for car collectors and manufacturers, but for the community of people who bring it to life. Behind every rare vehicle lies an incredible story, and it’s these passionate owners, designers, and enthusiasts who make the experience unforgettable.
In this episode, we take you inside The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering during Monterey Car Week, where Corvette unveiled two stunning new concepts: the CX and CX.R Vision Gran Turismo. Both were imagined and brought to life at the Chevrolet Performance Studio in Warren, Michigan, blending heritage, cutting-edge design, and a bold look at what’s next for America’s sports car.
In this episode, we break down Ford Motor Company’s bold announcement of a 4-door electric pickup truck set to debut in 2027 with an estimated starting price of around $30,000. We explore how this ambitious project could become the modern-day “Model T moment” — revolutionizing EV affordability and production with a new “assembly tree” manufacturing process at its Kentucky plant.
In this episode, we travel to Santiago, Chile, for a special auto show featuring 15 Chinese automotive brands. We sit down with Cedric Zhang, Executive Vice President of OMODA | JAECOO, to discuss the rise of the Chilean market and the debut of the JAECOO 7 SHS SUV, equipped with advanced hybrid technology and bold design.
In this episode, we head to Northern California to get behind the wheel of the 2026 Hyundai Palisade. Hyundai Product Manager Melvyn Bautista joins us to break down everything that’s new—from the striking new exterior design and upgraded premium cabin to the significantly enhanced performance and capabilities.
In this episode we talk to Infiniti´s Vice President for the Américas Tiago Castro, who shares the plans the luxury Japanese brand has for the rest of 2025, 2026 and beyond, including the introduction of new models for the US market.
In this episode, we talk with Joe Sherbondy, the Director of the brand’s Radar Detection Products about the Escort Redline 360c. The new firmware update for the Redline 360c gives it the faster response time to keep you informed on the road.
In this episode, I share my firsthand experience driving Chinese vehicles in Chile, including the Changan Hunter Sport—a pickup truck built in Uruguay, which could compete with midsize favorites like the Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, and Nissan Frontier in the U.S., and might even make it to American roads rebadged as the RAM 1200.
In this episode we hit the road with world travelers and avid skiers Nicole Coquelet and Paulo Oppliger, driving from Malalcahuello to Lonquimay, Chile to explore why southern Chile reminds many of California — with its dramatic landscapes, ski resorts, and coastal beauty — but offers an even more diverse experience.
In this episode we head to the majestic Andes Mountains to visit Jimmy Ackerson, General Manager of Corralco Resort de Montaña, who shares his inspiring personal journey and deep connection to Chile, along with insider insights on why Corralco is a must-visit destination for ski enthusiasts.
In this episode, we head to Montréal, Quebec, Canada to experience the all-new 2026 Polestar 4—a sleek, performance-focused electric SUV that’s redefining the EV landscape with bold design choices, advanced tech features.
Road rage is on the rise — but there are ways to protect yourself and drive with more confidence. In this episode, we’re joined by Greg Kuper, Director of Communications at the National Motorists Association, to talk about how simple shifts in driving behavior can make a big difference.
In this episode, we head to California to get behind the wheel of the first-ever 2026 Honda CR-V TrailSport Hybrid. We’re joined by Jonathan Yu, Senior Product Planner at Honda, to explore how this new variant brings more rugged styling, enhanced off-road capability, and hybrid efficiency to Honda’s most popular model.
In this episode, we take the ultra-luxurious 2025 Bentley Flying Spur for a drive to Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, where we meet Gil Dezer, President of Dezer Development, who shares the latest updates on Bentley Residences Miami, including the recent unveiling—and rapid sale—of two exclusive two-story penthouses on the 61st floor, each priced at $37.5 million.
In this episode, we dive into Cars.com’s 2025 American-Made Index — a ranking that’s been published for 20 years and is especially significant this year in the middle of rising tensions over proposed tariffs on imported cars.
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