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Chevrolet Equinox, Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, & Scout Motors First Two Models
In Podcast #341, Jessica Ray fills in for John Davis on hosting duties. Her and the rest of the MotorWeek crew discuss the massive upgrade for the gas-powered Chevrolet Equinox. Along with Toyota’s helping hand to Mazda, lending them hybrid tech to put in their CX-50 utility. And finally we’ll finish off with the resurrection of the Scout name–yes, the one from International Harvester—as a new EV truck & SUV brand who recently debuted their first two models. Plus we have a Lightning Round on the recent resignation of the CEO of Stellantis—the company that owns Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM, & Fiat—and what his departure might mean for the brand.
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Recap of the 2024 Los Angeles Auto Show
In Podcast #340, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew recap everything that’s new…and not so new from the 2024 LA Auto Show. We launch into the details of the 4th-gen Volkswagen Tiguan, the revamped Genesis GV70 SUV, a special fashion edition of the Fiat 500e, the 3-row Hyundai IONIQ 9, and Kia’s updates to the Sportage, EV9, & EV6. Plus, our Lightning Round brings up Jaguar’s controversial rebrand and a viewer has a question about Honda and Toyota’s recent influx of recalls.
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Toyota GR Corolla First Drive, Rugged New Honda Passport Reveal, & Goodbye to the Affordable Nissan Sentra
In Podcast #339, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew have a wide array of cars and topics to talk about. We start off with saying goodbye to one of our latest long term vehicles, the affordable 2024 Nissan Sentra. Then we dive into the recent reveal of the 4th-generation of Honda’s 2-row utility, the 2026 Passport. We finish up with Brian Robinson’s recent experience behind the wheel of the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla, now available with an automatic transmission! Plus, our Lightning Round discusses what might be in store for the future of EVs in the U.S. with the outcome of the recent presidential election.
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Volkswagen ID. Buzz First Drive, Digitizing Roadways with AI, & the Refreshed Honda Civic Si
In Podcast #338, John Davis and the team have a little something for everyone. We’ll start with an update from “FYI” reporter Stephanie Hart on her upcoming featuring stories, including one showcasing a company using artificial intelligence to track traffic, respond to incidents and, ultimately, save lives. Writer Alex Kellum leads the discussion on the recently refreshed Honda Civic Si, made even more fun to drive thanks to some updates that go deeper than just bodywork. Then we’ll pass the mic to “Over the Edge” reporter Greg Carloss, recounting his First Drive experience with the Volkswagen ID. Buzz, the all-electric people hauler that transports us back to a groovier time.
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The Powerful Jeep Wrangler 392 Final Edition, Revamped Buick Enclave, & Subaru WRX tS First Drive
In Podcast #337, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew discuss three very different vehicles. First off, we spent two weeks with the V8-powered Jeep Wrangler 392 Final Edition (but it is really the FINAL Edition?). Then we dive into a first drive with the revamped Buick Enclave three-row crossover. And we finish up with some recent track time in the Subaru WRX tS, an almost STI-like model of the WRX. But before that, John sat down with TJ Campbell, TireRack’s Tire Information and Testing Manager, on what you need to know about winter tires!
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