2021 BMW 4 Series First Impressions; Test Drives During The Pandemic | Talking Cars #286
We recently rented a BMW M440i xDrive, and this week we give our first impressions of how this sporty coupe performed on the highway and…
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2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA First Impressions; Are Expensive Wiper Blades Worth It? | Talking Cars #284
This week we discuss our initial impressions of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA, sharing our experience with the controls, ride comfort, and cargo space of this luxury…
2021 Toyota Venza first Impressions; Ballooning Cost of Ownership for BMWs | Talking Cars #283
We recently purchased an all-new 2021 Toyota Venza for our test program, and we share our first impressions on the driving dynamics, hybrid powertrain, and…
2020 Land Rover Defender First Impressions; CR’s Annual Auto Reliability Survey | Talking Cars #282
Every year, Consumer Reports releases the results of its auto reliability survey, collecting data from hundreds of thousands of our members. We share the process…
2021 Chevrolet Suburban First Impressions; Subscription Fees for Auto Safety? | Talking Cars #280
The 2021 Chevy Suburban is one of the latest additions to our testing fleet, and we give our first impressions on what it’s like to…
2021 Genesis G80 First Impressions; Nitrogen in Tires: Is It Worth the Cost? | Talking Cars #279
We recently got a chance to drive the 2021 Genesis G80 at our test track, and we share our impressions on how the sedan from…
2021 Lexus IS First Impressions; 2022 GMC Hummer EV Preview | Talking Cars #278
This week we give our first impressions of the 2021 Lexus IS, discuss what has changed from the previous model and if the redesign is…
2021 Genesis GV80 First Impressions; 2022 Volkswagen Taos Preview | Talking Cars #277
This week we share our first impressions of the 2021 Genesis GV80, we go through the specs and talk about whether this luxury SUV has…
2021 Acura TLX First Impressions; Winter Tires; Motor Oil 101 | Talking Cars #275
This week we share our first impressions of the 2021 Acura TLX sports sedan, and discuss whether it's size and performance gives it an edge over…
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid; EV Pickup Trucks; Volkswagen ID.4 | Talking Cars #274
We recently purchased a 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid for our test program, and our experts discuss how it compares to the regular Sonata, as well as competitors…
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe First Impressions; Tesla Full Self-Driving Review | Talking Cars #273
This week we share our first impressions of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV, how it measures up to competitors like the Kia Telluride and Hyundai Palisade,…
2020 Audi Q7 First Impressions; How to Avoid Buying a Flood Damaged Used Car | Talking Cars #270
We recently purchased the 2020 Audi Q7, so this week we discuss what's new in the freshening of this 3-row midsize SUV, give our take on the…
2020 BMW 2 Series; Why Manufacturers Shouldn’t Charge a Premium for Safety Features | #269
This week we give our first impressions of the 2020 BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, discuss its driving characteristics, and how it compares to its competitors, like…