30 min
2022 Volkswagen Taos First Impressions; Tesla Model 3 Advanced Safety Update Talking Cars (MP3)
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- Automotive
This week we share our first impressions of the 2022 Volkswagen Taos small SUV; its variety of powertrains, driving characteristics, and quality of cabin materials. NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) updated its recommendations regarding the Tesla Model 3's camera-based AEB system, and we provide an update on CR's scoring of the vehicle. Other topics include: the best new or used cars for under $25k; how to diagnose your car battery's health; and what (if anything) consumers can do about rising destination fees.
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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/
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SHOW NOTES
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00:00 - Introduction
00:27 - Tesla Model 3 Advanced Safety Update
02:21 - Best Used and New Cars For Under 25K
10:35 - 2022 Volkswagen Taos First Impressions
17:25 - Question #1: How can you tell your car’s battery needs to be replaced?
20:30 - Question #2: Does CR intend to test how EVs perform on long trips?
24:40 - Question #3: Why are car destination and delivery charges going through the roof?
27:32 - Question #4: Do vinyl wraps and ceramic coating work, or are they just another gimmick?
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Preview: 2022 Volkswagen Taos SUV Squeezes Signature Brand Features Into a Small Package
https://www.consumerreports.org/suvs/2022-volkswagen-taos-review/
Tesla Model 3 Regains CR Top Pick Status and IIHS Safety Award
https://www.consumerreports.org/car-safety/tesla-model-3-regains-cr-top-pick-status-iihs-safety-award-a1085318072/
How to Choose the Best Home Wall Charger for Your Electric Vehicle
https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/how-to-choose-the-best-home-wall-charger-for-your-electric-vehicle/
Sticker Shock: The Truth About Destination Fees
https://www.consumerreports.org/buying-a-car/the-truth-about-destination-fees/
CR’s Guide to Vacation and Travel
https://www.consumerreports.org/travel/guide-to-vacation-travel/
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 2022 Volkswagen Taos small SUV; its variety of powertrains, driving characteristics, and quality of cabin materials. NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) updated its recommendations regarding the Tesla Model 3's camera-based AEB system, and we provide an update on CR's scoring of the vehicle. Other topics include: the best new or used cars for under $25k; how to diagnose your car battery's health; and what (if anything) consumers can do about rising destination fees.
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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
00:27 - Tesla Model 3 Advanced Safety Update
02:21 - Best Used and New Cars For Under 25K
10:35 - 2022 Volkswagen Taos First Impressions
17:25 - Question #1: How can you tell your car’s battery needs to be replaced?
20:30 - Question #2: Does CR intend to test how EVs perform on long trips?
24:40 - Question #3: Why are car destination and delivery charges going through the roof?
27:32 - Question #4: Do vinyl wraps and ceramic coating work, or are they just another gimmick?
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Preview: 2022 Volkswagen Taos SUV Squeezes Signature Brand Features Into a Small Package
https://www.consumerreports.org/suvs/2022-volkswagen-taos-review/
Tesla Model 3 Regains CR Top Pick Status and IIHS Safety Award
https://www.consumerreports.org/car-safety/tesla-model-3-regains-cr-top-pick-status-iihs-safety-award-a1085318072/
How to Choose the Best Home Wall Charger for Your Electric Vehicle
https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/how-to-choose-the-best-home-wall-charger-for-your-electric-vehicle/
Sticker Shock: The Truth About Destination Fees
https://www.consumerreports.org/buying-a-car/the-truth-about-destination-fees/
CR’s Guide to Vacation and Travel
https://www.consumerreports.org/travel/guide-to-vacation-travel/
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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Check out http://www.ConsumerReports.org for the latest reviews, tips, and recommendations and subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/1Nlb1Ez
Follow Us on Social:
Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1IQ2w5q
Twitter: http://bit.ly/1Yf5Fh2
Pinterest: http://bit.ly/1P37mM9
Instagram: http://bit.ly/1I49Bzo
Google+: http://bit.ly/1Md3gfQ
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