26 min
2021 Toyota Sienna First Impressions; Finding Parts for Classic Vehicles Talking Cars (MP3)
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- Automotive
This week we share our first impressions of the 2021 Toyota Sienna, and discuss the livability of this all-new minivan, the driving characteristics of the standard hybrid powertrain, and how it stacks up against competitors like the Chrysler Pacifica and Honda Odyssey. We also discuss tips for keeping LED headlights clear of ice and snow in winter weather, the best way to track down parts for classic cars, decipher all the acronyms and initials on the trim lines from various manufacturers, and how driving positions play a role in crash safety.
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SHOW NOTES
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00:00 - Introduction
00:33 - 2021 Toyota Sienna First Impressions
11:41 - Question #1: How to track down pmts for a classic vehicle?
14:48 - Question #2: How to keep LED headlights clear of snow and ice in the winter?
17:31 - Question #3: What do all the trim line initials and acronyms mean from different manufactures?
21:39 - Question #4: How do driving positions play a role in crash safety?
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First Drive: 2021 Toyota Sienna Proves a Compelling, Efficient SUV Alternative
https://www.consumerreports.org/minivans/2021-toyota-sienna-review/
4K Review: 2017 Toyota Sienna Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=165J4dCwUGU
4K Review: 2018 Honda Odyssey Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViCmxjDDLIM
Chrysler Pacifica Redefines the Minivan
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACuDfSHfh2I
2020 Kia Soul Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9mEQcbgync
Guide to Car Safety
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/
Coronavirus Resource Hub
https://www.consumerreports.org/coronavirus/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/
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This week we share our first impressions of the 2021 Toyota Sienna, and discuss the livability of this all-new minivan, the driving characteristics of the standard hybrid powertrain, and how it stacks up against competitors like the Chrysler Pacifica and Honda Odyssey. We also discuss tips for keeping LED headlights clear of ice and snow in winter weather, the best way to track down parts for classic cars, decipher all the acronyms and initials on the trim lines from various manufacturers, and how driving positions play a role in crash safety.
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Have a question for our experts? Leave a comment on this episode, or reach out to us directly!
From your iOS device, iMessage us at TalkingCars@icloud.com to send a photo, video, or text directly to the Talking Cars team!
We love to feature our viewers on the show, so submit video questions at https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-talking-cars/
Subscribe to Talking Cars on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jr8wJRJyN9v8T6LC1fQQ6
SHOW NOTES
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00:00 - Introduction
00:33 - 2021 Toyota Sienna First Impressions
11:41 - Question #1: How to track down pmts for a classic vehicle?
14:48 - Question #2: How to keep LED headlights clear of snow and ice in the winter?
17:31 - Question #3: What do all the trim line initials and acronyms mean from different manufactures?
21:39 - Question #4: How do driving positions play a role in crash safety?
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First Drive: 2021 Toyota Sienna Proves a Compelling, Efficient SUV Alternative
https://www.consumerreports.org/minivans/2021-toyota-sienna-review/
4K Review: 2017 Toyota Sienna Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=165J4dCwUGU
4K Review: 2018 Honda Odyssey Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViCmxjDDLIM
Chrysler Pacifica Redefines the Minivan
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACuDfSHfh2I
2020 Kia Soul Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9mEQcbgync
Guide to Car Safety
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/
Coronavirus Resource Hub
https://www.consumerreports.org/coronavirus/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/
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26 min