Talking Cars (Video‪)‬ Consumer Reports

This week, we give our first impressions of the all-electric Genesis G80 (officially called the Electrified G80). We discuss the styling, electric range, driving dynamics, and luxurious interior of the EV sedan, and how it compares to the gas powered version. Also, with so many electric vehicles on the market, we debate which used EV we would recommend to a first time buyer.
 
 
 
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SHOW NOTES
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00:00 - Introduction
00:57 - First Impressions : 2023 Genesis G80 EV
14:30 - Question: Which used electric vehicle is best suited for a first time EV buyer?
 
 
 
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2022 Genesis G80
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/genesis/g80/2022/overview
 
Electric Cars Are Becoming Less Expensive
https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/electric-cars-are-becoming-less-expensive-a6548270716/
 
Most Satisfying New Compact Hybrid Cars
https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/most-satisfying-new-hybrid-cars-a5029804171/
 
How to Choose a Fuel-Efficient New Car
https://www.consumerreports.org/fuel-economy-efficiency/how-to-choose-a-fuel-efficient-new-car-a6176139178/
 
Guide to Car Safety
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/
 
 
 
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Nissan draws from its 50-plus-year history in resurrecting the Z, a sports car that the automaker calls "all-new" (but is it though??) We debate the provenance of this iteration of the Z, as well as share our first impressions of its performance, interior, and what you might lose by opting for the automatic transmission. We also debate which is the ultimate driving machine: the BMW M550i xDrive, or the Mercedes-Benz AMG E53.
 
 
 
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SHOW NOTES
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00:00 - Introduction
00:58 - First Impressions : 2023 Nissan Z
20:55 - Question: Which is the ultimate driving machine: the BMW 550i xDrive, or the Mercedes-Benz AMG E53?
 
 
 
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Preview: All-New 2023 Nissan Z Combines Classic Cues, Modern Performance
https://www.consumerreports.org/sports-cars/nissan-z-preview-a2145463162/
 
2022 New York Auto Show: Nissan Z
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNp1KyxJv80
 
Nissan Z Road Test
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yAndC05ZXzY
 
2023 Nissan Z
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/nissan/z/2023/overview
 
Guide to Car Safety
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/
 
 
 
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Subaru jumps into the electric vehicle market with the brand's first widely offered EV, the 2023 Solterra. Sharing its platform with the almost identical Toyota bZ4X, we share our first impressions of this all-electric SUV, including its unique interior design cues, driving characteristics, and power delivery. We also discuss the current state of the semiconductor chip shortage on the car market: why you might see cars selling with a chip shortage discount, whether some manufacturers are dropping options like satellite radio in order to ration the available chips, and if cars from this era will be desirable in the future.
 
 
 
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SHOW NOTES
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00:00 - Introduction
00:52 - First Impressions : 2023 Subaru Solterra
13:39 - Question: Is the semiconductor chip shortage still affecting the car market?
 
 
 
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2023 Subaru Solterra EV Has Lots of Room but Its Battery Is Too Small
https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/2023-subaru-solterra-review-a1453953544/

2022 New York Auto Show: Subaru Solterra EV
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGi4IJqsab8
 
2022 New York Auto Show: Toyota’s All-Electric bZ4X
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZR9vD7PEjBo
 
Why Your New Car May Not Have Everything You Want
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-driving/why-your-new-car-may-not-have-everything-you-want-a9886900049/
 
When to Buy a Used Car in This Tough Market
https://www.consumerreports.org/buying-a-car/when-to-buy-a-used-car-a6584238157/
 
Global Chip Shortage Makes It Tough to Buy Certain Cars
https://www.consumerreports.org/buying-a-car/global-chip-shortage-makes-it-tough-to-buy-certain-cars-a8160576456/
 
Guide to Car Safety
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/
 
 
 
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The Ford Maverick hybrid promises superior fuel economy and pickup utility at a price that's thousands of dollars less than the more common standard-sized truck. But will the availability of the hybrid powertrain as front-wheel drive only be a deal-breaker for buyers? Can this small pickup handle truck duties, and how does it compare to the standard engine version? Also, we explain the science behind regenerative braking, and how it works in both hybrid and electric vehicles.
 
 
 
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SHOW NOTES
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00:00 - Introduction
00:52 - First Impressions : 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid
13:39 - Question: Please explain the science behind regenerative braking, and how it works in both hybrid and electric vehicles?
 
 
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First Drive: 2022 Ford Maverick Is a Throwback to the Era of Small, Simple Pickup Trucks
https://www.consumerreports.org/pickup-trucks/2022-ford-maverick-review-a1068008639/
 
2022 Ford Maverick
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/ford/maverick/2022/overview/

 
How to Decide If a Hybrid, Plug-In Hybrid, or Fully Electric Car Is Right for You
https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/how-to-decide-if-a-hybrid-plug-in-hybrid-or-fully-electric-car-is-right-for-you/

 
Guide to Car Safety
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/
 
 
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This week, we drive the all-new fully-electric Rivian R1T pickup truck. We share our first impressions, discuss some of our favorite features and debate whether the R1T bridges the gap between being environmentally conscious and having truck-like utility.
 
 
 
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SHOW NOTES
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00:00 - Introduction
00:15 - First Impressions: 2022 Rivian R1T
14:57 - Question: Which full size pickup truck is reliable and worth keeping for a long time?
 
 
 
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2022 Rivian R1T Electric Pickup Truck Wows Us as It Lives Up to the Hype
https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/2022-rivian-r1t-electric-pickup-truck-review-a3029848158/
 
2022 Rivian R1T
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/rivian/r1t/2022/overview
 
2019 RAM 1500 Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=coeasX0ZyTk
 
2022 RAM 1500
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/ram/1500/2022/overview
 
Guide to Car Safety
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/
 
 
 
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This week, we give our first impressions of the all-new GV60, the first fully-electric vehicle from Genesis. We discuss styling, driving dynamics, and interior storage-- and compare the GV60 to the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 which are built on the same platform. We also answer an audience question about the legality of driving with fog lights in everyday situations. 
 
 
 
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SHOW NOTES
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00:00 - Intro
00:16 - First Impressions: 2023 Genesis GV60
14:30 - Question: Is there any danger or law against driving with fog lights on during clear weather?
 
 
 
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Preview: Electric 2023 Genesis GV60 Charges to Production
https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/genesis-gv60-review-a2697188686/
 
2023 Genesis GV60
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/genesis/gv60/2023/overview/?pagestop
 
First Drive: 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Can Play in the Big League
https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/2022-hyundai-ioniq-5-review-a4449361814/
 
First Drive: 2022 Kia EV6 Debuts With Plenty of Power and Engaging Handling
https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/2022-kia-ev6-review-a1953327658/
 
Guide to Car Safety
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/
 
 
 
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