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Wheel Bearings is a podcast about cars and transportation hosted by Sam Abuelsamid, Nicole Wakelin and Roberto Baldwin

  1. Powdered Sugar Everywhere

    3D AGO

    Powdered Sugar Everywhere

    Nicole has returned from the Big Easy after driving the Acura MDX and eating beignets with too much powdered sugar (is there such a thing as too much?). She also drove the Infiniti QX65, Dodge Charger R/T and Kia Sportage. Sam had the Toyota Corolla FX and Robbie rented a Kia Carnival for a mini vacation. Fiat inexplicably raises the price of the 500e by $5,000 while Motor Trend drives a $10,000 Chinese EV that doesn't suck. The US spec BMW iX3 is projected to get 434 miles on a charge. The New York State Police are using new Mustang GTs to catch speeders. Dreame has created a ridiculous EV with solid rocket boosters. Lynk&Co has shown off a gorgeous electric GT coupe. Tesla is again shipping Chinese built EVs to Canada and Cadillac is building a very limited run of F1 edition CT5-V Blackwings. Links 2027 Infiniti QX65 Review: Tennessee-Built Luxury SUV Offers Refined Ride Is the 2026 Acura MDX Type S Worth It? | NewsNation Fiat Raises 500e Price by $5,000 With Almost Nothing New - Autoblog 2027 BMW iX3 Range Quietly Jumps To 434 Miles In The U.S. 480-HP Ford Mustang GT Joins Police to Crack Down on Speeders - Autoblog We Sent An Engineer To Check Out A Chinese Household-Appliance Company’s EV Rocket Car That Promises 0-60 in 0.9 Seconds. Here's What He Found - The Autopian This Chinese EV Coupe Wouldn't Look Out Of Place In Monaco Tesla starts selling Chinese-made Model 3s in Canada at the EV's lowest price ever - Engadget I Just Drove a $10,000 Chinese EV. No, It Didn’t Suck Blackwing hits the track: Introducing the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing F1® Collector Series Sierra Meadows Cabins Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 52m
  2. Too Many Brands

    APR 26

    Too Many Brands

    This week Nicole is off in New Orleans with Acura so our buddy John Voelcker is sitting in. He's been driving a bunch of stuff including the Ford Maverick hybrid, Porsche Taycan, Cadillac Escalade IQ, Jeep Cherokee and Subaru Trailseeker. Robbie drove the Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT and Sam had the Lexus GX550 Overtrail. At Milan Design Week, Hyundai unveiled its new Ioniq 3 compact and Kia showed off the Vision Meta Turismo. Hyundai also showed off the new Ioniq V in Beijing. GM has paused development of a next set of electric full-size trucks and Rivian has launched production of the R2. Stellantis now has pet accessories under the Mopaw brand looks likely to focus on just four main brands going forward. Links New Hyundai Ioniq 3 breaks cover with stunning sci-fi looks | Auto Express Stellantis Introduces Mopaw Kia Presents Vision Meta Turismo at Milan Design Week, Redefining the Grand Tourer for the Digital Age First Production Rivian R2 Drives Off The Line Just Days After A Tornado Hit The Factory - Jalopnik GM Is Reportedly Delaying New Full-Size Electric Trucks As It Pivots Back To Gas-Powered Trucks And Hybrids - The Autopian Hyundai Motor Reaffirms China Commitment at Auto China 2026, Unveils IONIQ V as First Step in New Product Offensive - Releases Exclusive: Stellantis to focus funding on core car brands as CEO drives turnaround, sources say | Reuters Automakers Pull Back on EVs Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 52m
  3. All The Switches

    APR 19

    All The Switches

    After last week's travel challenges, Robbie and Nicole are back. Nicole has driven the Chevrolet Equinox EV and the Honda Pilot Elite while Sam had the Mazda MX-5 Miata 35th Anniversary Edition. Robbie tells us about the new Mercedes-Benz GLE and GLS and we discuss the company's new drive by wire system. GM is apparently going to build a new Buick sedan as well as a new Camaro. Nissan has a new electric Juke for the rest of the world and Porsche has a convertible 911 GT3 S/C with a manual transmission. Uber is pouring $10 billion into robotaxis. VW has a revamped with ID3 Neo with all the switches. Doug Field is leaving Ford and that might signal the end of the Model E division as it basically gets rolled back into the main Ford. Ford's cancelled 3-row electric crossover has been visible on Field's linkedin page for at least a year. Honda is killing it's e:Ny1 in the UK and the Ontario government and Unifor have rejected Stellantis' plan to assembly Leap Motor knockdown kits in Canada. The NTSB has issued its report on a pair of fatal BlueCruise crashes. Nicole interviews Mazda director of safety strategy and communications Jennifer Morrison and Lucid head of Air and Gravity product Rob Whitley. Links Mercedes-Benz GLE and GLS Mercedes-benz steer by wire GM preps new Buick sedan alongside redesigned Cadillac CT5, Chevrolet Camaro, source says The First Electric Nissan Juke Is A Radical Departure The 2027 Porsche 911 GT3 S/C Is a Manual, Drop-Top Salute to the NA Flat-Six Uber eyes $10B robotaxi investment: Financial Times | Smart Cities Dive World premiere of the ID.3 Neo: new name, new design, new interior and new technologies | Volkswagen Newsroom Doug Field leaves and Ford Reorgs Honda e:Ny1 Withdrawn from Sale in U.K. — DefinitelyNotAGuruStellantis Brampton plant plans stall after Leapmotor kit cars pitch rejected Ford's Never-Seen, Canceled Moonshot EV Has Been Hiding in Plain Sight Online for a Yearlain-sight-online-for-a-year https://www.gminsidenews.com/threads/ford-aeros-photos-cancelled-3-row-ev.311092/?post_id=7445625&utm_click_loc=title&utm_source=threadloom&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ed1081&utm_content=iss445&utm_campaign=ed1081&utm_content=iss445&utm_medium=email&utm_source=threadloom#post-7445625 NTSB Finds Automation Overreliance Contributed to Two Fatal Ford BlueCruise Crashes Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    2h 16m
  4. Going Rogue

    APR 14

    Going Rogue

    Robbie and Nicole both ran into travel delays today so Chad Kirchner is jumping in. Sam makes the case for buying an Acura Integra A-Spec over the ADX. Nissan has revealed its next-generation Rogue and teased the upcoming XTerra. Kia is laying out its plans through 2030 including a midsize pickup with hybrid and EREV drivetrains and more EVs. Hyundai is launching an Ioniq sub-brand in China. BYD wants 20 dealers in Canada by the end of this year and is planning to install 300 1,500-kW charging stations in the UK in the next 12 months. VW has ended production of the ID4 in Chatanooga and the Scout Traveler and Terra might be delayed. Listener Michael Burns jumps in from the Discord to tell us about his recent car shopping experience and we have Nicole's interview with Nissan CMO Allyson Witherspoon from the NY Auto Show. Chad's Star Trek podcast Greyhound Nation Links 2026 Kia CEO Investor Day: Kia to Drive Exponential Growth and Manufacturing Innovation by Expanding Its Full Electrified Vehicle Lineup and Strengthening Future Business Capabilities Next-Gen Toyota GR86 Set for Hybrid Era Without Losing Its Soul - Autoblog BYD confirms UK's fastest EV chargers: 1500kW network detailed | Autocar Volkswagen Updates Chattanooga Production Strategy | Releases Scout's Terra Pickup May Not Arrive Until 2030: Report BYD to open 20 Canada stores, eyes local EV factory - Automotive News Hyundai Motor Company Launches IONIQ Lineup Brand in China with the Premiere of Two New Concept Cars - Releases Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    2h 7m
  5. Boulder Incoming

    APR 6

    Boulder Incoming

    Unfortunately, it's Robbie's turn to lose his voice this week so our pal Perry Stern stepped in which worked out well because he was also at the New York Auto Show with us last week and we have lots to talk about. Before that Nicole shares her thoughts on the Dodge Durango Hellcat, Perry drives the Toyota Tundra TRD Pro and Sam has the VW Jetta GLI. From the New York show we have the Hyundai Boulder, Kia Seltos, Kia EV3, Kia PV5 taxi, Volkswagen Atlas, and Subaru Getaway. Stellantis wants to build Leap Motor EVs in Canada and ride hail drivers are paying exhorbitant fees to rent cars. We also have a conversation with Gentex VP Craig Piersma about full display mirrors and Dodge/Chrysler CEO Matt McAlear. Links Hyundai Boulder Concept Takes Aim at Jeep Wrangler and Ford Bronco 2027 Kia Seltos HEV Overview 2027 Kia EV3 Overview All-new 2027 Volkswagen Atlas debuts at the New York International Auto Show | Releases Kia and BraunAbility Unveil an All-Electric Wheelchair-Accessible Taxi Concept for New York 2027 Subaru Getaway EV: 420 HP Three-Row Family SUV | KTLA These Are The BEST And WORST Trucks At The 2026 New York Auto Show! - YouTube Stellantis wants to build Chinese Leapmotor EVs at its idled Canadian plant | Electrek How a Family of 3 Lives on $25,000 in Corona, Queens Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 54m
  6. The Darth Vader Edition

    MAR 29

    The Darth Vader Edition

    This week Nicole has been driving the Hyundai Santa Cruz trucklet and Sam had the Genesis GV80 Coupe in Prestige Black (aka the Darth Vader edition). In the news, Infiniti unveiled the its own crossover coupe, the QX65 and Nicole spoke with product marketing manager Brian Maragno. Chevrolet took the wraps off the new Corvette Grand Sport and its 6.7-liter LS6 small-block V8. Afeela is finally calling it quits. VW CEO Thomas Schafer blames his predecessor for allowing the company to go with so many touch controls and bad door handles. We look back at the Audi R8 V12 TDI that never made it to production. Nissan has refreshed the Versa for the Mexican market but America can't have it. GM has started road testing of its hands-off, eyes-off level 3 automation. We remind all of our listeners to not be jackasses. E15 is coming to your local gas pump soon and Hyundai plans to launch 36 models by 2030. Links 2027 Nissan Versa Specs Revealed—Is the U.S. Missing Out? - Autoblog Audi R8 V12 TDI: The 738lb ft diesel monster they couldn't build | Autocar In the AutoblogGreen Garage: Audi Q7 4.2 TDI The All-New Mercedes-Maybach VLS: A Grand Limousine Offering Peerless Comfort and A True Luxury Experience for Passengers GM begins supervised public-road testing of next-generation automated technology Discontinuation of Development and Launch of AFEELA 1 and the Second Model of AFEELA Vehicles Infiniti Adds Coupe-ified QX65 Midsize Crossover – Wheel Bearings Chevy Is Bringing Back The LS V8, And This Time It’s A 6.7-Liter Lump Of American Muscle - The Autopian Genesis Might Be Building a 600-HP V8 GV70 Magma - Autoblog Volkswagen boss: “proper door handles and buttons are a non-negotiable for me” | Top Gear BMW Driver Arrested After Road Raging Against Cyclists Then Trying To Arrange A Fight With One Of Them Over Instagram - The Autopian The Feds Plan To Start Diluting Gasoline This May: Explained Hyundai Accelerates North American Growth With 36 New and Enhanced Vehicle Launches Through 2030 - Releases Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 20m
  7. The Scammer Edition

    MAR 22

    The Scammer Edition

    Sam's getting better but his voice is still a bit hoarse as he drove the Infiniti QX60 Sport AWD. Nicole had her turn in the Kia K4 Hatchback GT-Line without a turbo and was still impressed. In the news, BMW has unveiled its new i3, an all-electric 3 series, with up to 440 miles of EPA range and 400-kW charging while Rolls-Royce has decided to keep offering V12s for a while. Lexus is about to start offering its next-generation ES sedan with the battery electric version arriving before the hybrid. Carvana is expanding from used to new car sales by buying some Stellantis dealers. A couple of people with shady business records are back as Trevor Milton pitches an AI powered business jet and Malcolm Bricklin is pitching an electric 3-wheeler. Stellantis EVs can officially Supercharge now and there are rumors of a more powerful Grand Sport Corvette for 2027. Links The new BMW i3. Second model of the Neue Klasse. 2026 LEXUS ES LAUNCHES WITH BATTERY-ELECTRIC MODELS, NEW HYBRID COMING SOON You Can Now Buy a NEW Jeep or Ram Without Ever Stepping Foot in a Dealership: Here's How! Convicted Nikola Fraudster Trevor Milton Gets The Team Back Together For One Last Job - Jalopnik Stellantis EVs can officially supercharge now BMW Will Make V12 Engines Beyond 2030 Bricklin 3EV: Coming Soon? | The Daily Drive | Consumer Guide® https://archive.abuelsamid.com/?p=3201 Grander Than Grand? Rumors Suggest New Corvette V-8, Two 2027 C8 Grand Sport Models Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 11m
  8. To The Cosmos and Beyond

    MAR 17

    To The Cosmos and Beyond

    This week, Sam is a bit under the weather, but he talks about driving the Mazda CX-30 S Aire Edition while Nicole had the Toyota Tundra Platinum Off-Road and Robbie got to try out the Everrati Land Rover Classic. Nicole and Sam both had the chance to drive the new 2027 Kia Telluride in Santa Barbara and Hyundai looks set to follow it's Kia cousin by ditching the V6 engine. Honda has cancelled all of its North American EV plans and Afeela is probably going next. Rivian has dropped pricing on the new R2 and it's not starting as cheap as many hoped. GM steps up to help get an EV1 back on the road. VW is renaming its EVs and so is Cadillac. The FTC is warning car dealers about hidden fees, and Volvo is also dropping the EX30. We also have conversations with Zach Walker and Marc Winterhoff from Lucid and Kurt Kahl from Kia. Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com Links 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid First Drive: The Sweet Spot Before You Go Full EV | GreenCars https://www.testmiles.com/2027-kia-telluride-hybrid-more-space-better-mpg/ The all-new PALISADE Performance | SUV - Hyundai Worldwide Honda Is Canceling All Its New Electric Cars For America As Gas Prices Soar - The Autopian Honda Killing Its EVs Might Mean Sony Is Screwed, Too - The Autopian Rivian R2 Electric SUV: Price, Range & Features GM Finally Does the Right Thing for an EV1 The successor to the ID.3 is called ID.3 Neo. Digital product updates for ID.4, ID.5 and ID.7 | Volkswagen Newsroom Cadillac’s Naming Convention Is Changing Again Trump FTC warns 97 auto dealership groups about advertised prices - Automotive News.pdf Volkswagen's Component Locking Makes Home Repairs Too Expensive To Be Feasible - Jalopnik For Sale: Volvo EX30 Wheels, Never Turned - Jalopnik Everrati Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    2h 16m
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Wheel Bearings is a podcast about cars and transportation hosted by Sam Abuelsamid, Nicole Wakelin and Roberto Baldwin

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    https://wheelbearings.media
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    460
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