Podcasts about Mazda

The show starts with Sami's thorough review of the 2026 Subaru Trailseeker, an electric wagon that shares its bones with the Toyota bZ Woodland. Can a Subaru feel like the rest of its family while being so closely related to a Toyota, or does no one actually care if it feels all that different from an Outback or Forester? Then Benjamin pilots the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata around the rural backroads to find his happy place. A focused machine with no true rivals, Benjamin has plenty to say about the latest Miata, with a mostly positive spin. Finally Benjamin gives us an update on the new Hankook Ventus tires fitted to his Subaru Outback, and responds to some listener feedback. Thanks for listening!

Het was weer een stralende ochtend in het Zwolse en Bergharense, want Nyn en Han hadden in de vroege ochtend een koffiedate om de stand van zaken van jullie (onze luisteraars) weer eens door te spreken. We waren overspoeld met vragen, dus het is weer een tjokvol program met onderwerpen van allerlei allooi. Wat doe je als twee mensen in je vriendengroep hebben, wat doe je met die fukking perimenopauze, wat doe je als je kind wordt gepest? Er vroeg ook iemand of ze die ontprikkelcursus van die momfluencer moet kopen: wij kunnen daar kort over zijn, beter luister je naar ons. Kost niks en is ook nog eens veel beter voor je eigenwaarde. Zet koffie (Mazda!) en schuif bij ons aan de keukentafel. Er is plek zat.Handjes, kusjes en voetjes, Nyn en Han (en ook wel van de jongens, hoor)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick and Jay are back with Episode 322 of the I'm Fat Podcast. This week, the guys recap visits to Pappy's in Evergreen Park, Wing Snob, and an old favorite in Freddie's on 31st, where Jay is ready to crown Chicago's Italian Beef Sandwich Champion. Yes, really. YOUTUBE:⁠ ⁠youtube.com/c/imfatpodcast⁠⁠MERCH:⁠ ⁠imfatmerch.com⁠⁠SPONSORS:⁠ ⁠Frato's Culinary Kitchen⁠⁠ (use code IMFAT to save 10% on online orders),⁠ ⁠Mazda of Orland Park⁠⁠, Nik and Ivy Brewing Co. in LockportSUPPORT:⁠ ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/im-fat-podcast/support⁠⁠

Touchscreens are getting bigger, buttons are disappearing, and electrification is rewriting what “good value” even means in a new car. We put all of that to the test by driving a lineup that spans luxury, mainstream EV, full-size towing muscle, and sporty sedan practicality, then calling out what impressed us and what would drive us crazy after a month of ownership.We start with the 2026 Lexus RX 450H Plus, a plug-in hybrid SUV with standout styling, a high-end cabin, and the kind of premium audio that makes you take the long way home. Then we get real about the PHEV catch: if you do not plug it in, you may be paying for capability you never use. From there we jump to the 2026 Chevy Equinox EV RS, a sharp-looking electric SUV that keeps the controls surprisingly approachable, delivers smooth ride quality, and raises the big EV question: is today's range enough, or are we all still waiting for the “bigger battery” version?We also climb into the 2025 Ford Expedition Tremor 4x4, an aircraft-carrier-sized SUV with serious torque and towing capacity, and we talk about why a hybrid could be the perfect fix for its fuel economy. After that, the 2026 Mazda 3 Turbo Premium Plus reminds us how much fun a compact sedan can be, even as we wish for a refresh and simpler infotainment. Finally, the all-new 2026 Subaru Uncharted EV surprises us with great proportions and real punch, while its range sparks an honest debate about what “urban EV” should deliver.If you care about real-world MPG, EV range, towing ratings, pricing, and the small design decisions that make a car easy or annoying to live with, hit play. Subscribe, share this with a car shopper, and leave a review with the one feature you refuse to buy without.Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk!The Lupe' Tortilla RestaurantsLupe Tortilla in Katy, Texas Gulf Coast Auto ShieldPaint protection, tint, and more!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.----  ----- Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?     In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy!  Just go to Audacy.com/InWheelTime where ever you are.-----   -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our live multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 10a - 12nCT simulcasting on Audacy, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com.In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as:Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device.Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates!Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltimehttps://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTimeFor more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at info@inwheeltime.com

Paul Wight joins us on the Pat and Aaron Show OT brought to you by Mazda of Clearwater!

Walter kicks things off with a passionate rant against John D. Rockefeller's 5-day work week and the absolute uselessness of high school trigonometry, before pivoting to the rumor that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are going to block traffic with a Madison Square Garden wedding. Along the way, Walter chats with a real-life New Jersey milkman, complains about his mechanic charging him $1,000 for "magic beads" to fix his Mazda's AC, and gives practical July 4th survival tips for your pets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I veckans avsnitt00:00 – Elbilsveckan 19002:25 – Borde vi testa ECO-läget i bilar?06:05 – Kommer Xpeng X9 till Sverige?07:22 – Polestar tvingas ut ur USA11:55 – Svenska priser på Mazda cx-6e 14:37 – Škoda Peaq26:38 – Renault Megane29:55 – Veckans begagnatbil från Carla (reklam)25:56 – Audi Q4 provkörd53:28 – Delade skärmar56:34 – Xpeng P7+Reklam: Veckans begagnatbil: https://www.carla.se/kopa-bil?type=BEV&manufacturer=Skoda&manufacturerAndModel=Skoda%20Enyaq%20iV Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

在80、90年代前、中期在國產車中除了速利、可樂娜、Cefiro等令人津津樂道的車款外，中文稱之為天王星的Ford Telstar亦是極具代表性的經典車款，尤其第一、二代在崔苔菁、林青霞兩位巨星的代言加持下，天王星可謂充斥大街小巷都，自用、計程車、公用、軍用都看見它！如果現在想回味當年天王星的風光，收哪一代車款最具代表性？又有哪些需注意的或好玩的夢幻逸品？來聽Celsior和島叔怎麼說？ #行動星球 #島叔聊天室 #福特天王星 #Telstar #Ford #Mazda #Capella #島耕作 #Celsior -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

Werbepartner dieser Folge:Mazda: Profitier vom Mazda Jubel-Bonus bei den Mazda WM-Wochen! Zudem verlost Mazda 5x2 Tickets für den Franz Beckenbauer Supercup am 22. August, wenn Bayern in Dortmund antritt. Also, geh einfach auf ⁠mazda.de/angebote/wm-wochen-2026/⁠ und nutz die Chance!MEWA: Alle Infos zu Mewa und dem Rundum-Service findet ihr hier: ⁠⁠www.mewa.de/rundum-service/⁠⁠.McDonald's: Sammle 1 von 6 legendären Cups in deinem FIFA WM Menü. Mehr Infos unter: ⁠⁠www.mcdonalds.com/de/de-de/kampagnen/sommerfifa26

Don't Get Stranded! Essential Trackside Spares.Welcome back to Everyone Racers.  FUCKING MOPAR 440 EPISODE in which Mental just doesn't sleep, Tim buys more parts cars, Chrissy chicken likes wooden and fresh eggs, and Chris removes a sunroof.  Really, we talk all about spares.  Every racer has a story. A wheel bearing that failed without warning. A fuel pump that quit at the worst possible moment. A brake hose that turned a podium run into a parts-store scavenger hunt. Spare parts can save your weekend, what should you get, where to get them, how to keep them, and when to call it.  What's the one spare part that can save an entire race weekend? We dive deep into one of the least glamorous—but most important—topics in amateur motorsports: the spare parts you should always bring to the track.Using lessons learned from years of endurance racing, LeMons racing, ChampCar, Lucky Dog, SCCA, NASA, grassroots road racing, rally adventures, and countless trackside repairs, we cover the spare parts strategy that keeps race cars on track and out of the paddock.We've lived through all of it, and in this episode we break down exactly what belongs in your trailer, tow vehicle, paddock box, or race car so you can spend more time racing and less time searching for parts.In this episode:

It's part 2 of our Digimon Adventure triple feature with Digimon Adventure 02: Hurricane Touchdown, featuring hosts Dennis, Ed, Karen, & Kate. It's Team 2's time to shine plus an American Digidestined? Don't worry, he can speak Japanese too thanks to an ex-girlfriend. It's light-side twin versus dark-side twin in 60 minutes of an American travelogue, and all of the armor digivolutions you could shake a stick at (with only a few months of episodes from season 2 as a basis). Other talking points include frequent flyer miles, sponsored by Mazda, sponsored by Northwest Airlines & KLM, visiting New York, visiting Denver, and riding the rails. 0:00:00 - Intro & Some Anime News 0:09:06 - The Watchlist 0:20:47 - Hurricane Touchdown Production Notes 0:29:22 - The Great Debate: Choco versus Gummy 1:00:45 - Not a Summer War, but a Summer Memory 1:25:50 - Voices, Final Thoughts, & Kanpai You can support the show by donating to our Ko-Fi through the link below or purchasing Digimon The Movies 1-3 Collection on Blu-ray through our Amazon affiliate link: https://amzn.to/4v4zKqp Dennis: @ichnob | Ed: @ippennokuinashi | Karen: @ryacosplay | Kate: @taikochan  Linktr.ee | Ko-Fi | RSS

This week on Episode 321 of the I'm Fat Podcast, Jay and Rick recap their fat-ventures of the week, including trips to Novel Pizza Cafe in Pilsen, Submarine Port in Midlothian, El Faro in Summit, and MUCH MORE! YOUTUBE:⁠ ⁠youtube.com/c/imfatpodcast⁠⁠MERCH:⁠ ⁠imfatmerch.com⁠⁠SPONSORS:⁠ ⁠Frato's Culinary Kitchen⁠⁠ (use code IMFAT to save 10% on online orders),⁠ ⁠Mazda of Orland Park⁠⁠, Nik and Ivy Brewing Co. in LockportSUPPORT:⁠ ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/im-fat-podcast/support⁠⁠

Für diese Folge beamen wir uns mal wieder zurück in die frühen Neunziger. Im Kino läuft „Pretty Woman“ und im Radio „Listen to your heart“ von Roxette. Alles also ziemlich emotional hier. Nur nicht draußen auf dem Parkplatz. Besonders die Kleinwagen sehen ziemlich gleich aus. Doch dann kommt im Herbst 1990 einer, der wirklich Gefühle weckt. Ein Designer-Kleinwagen, rund und bunt wie ein Osterei. Und dann hat er auch noch dieses riesige Faltdach, das ihn zum Cabrio-Limousinchen nach Vorbild der Ente macht. Jetzt wisst ihr's natürlich, gemeint ist der Mazda 121 der Baureihe DB. Lange nicht gesehen, oder? Müsste man so einen nicht wegstellen – sofern es noch einen in gutem Zustand gibt? Auf ihr Herz hören diesmal Frank Otero Molanes, Jens Seltrecht und Lukas Hambrecht.Executive Producer: Christoph Falke & Ruben Schulze-FröhlichProjektleitung: Lukas HambrechtSounddesign & Produktion: Fabian SchäfflerMarketing und Ansprechpartner: Bastian SchonauerCopyrights Cover: www.oldtimer-markt.de Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

En este episodio invite a Isabel del Ángel para hacer un análisis de las SUVs que tenemos disponibles en el mercado mexicano desde 550 mil pesos hasta un poco más de 700 mil pesos. Cada vez es más complejo elegir un vehículo con tanta competencia, pero siempre es importante analizar lo que necesitamos y visitar cada marca que puede interesarnos o también conocer, ya que es la única manera de saber de más marcas en el mercado mexicano. Muy interesante este analisis entre diferentes marcas ya conocidas en México y las nuevas opciones de marcas chinas que han estado llegando a nuestro país. No te puedes perder este episodio ya que hablamos de marcas como Mazda, Toyota, Chirey, MG, JAC, Geely, VW, entre otras. 

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Bonite van der Merwe, Managing Director of Mazda Southern Africa, about Mazda’s partnership with the 702 Jozi My Jozi Walk the Talk as the event’s official vehicle partner. The discussion explores why the brand is backing one of Johannesburg’s flagship community events, how it plans to enhance the experience along the CBD route, and the shared focus on encouraging people to slow down, connect with the city, and create memorable moments. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FromThe108: White Sox for the Inebriated is the original fan-fueled podcast bringing you unfiltered Chicago White Sox talk straight from Section 108. Hosted by the legendary BeefLoaf, Chorizy-E, and MySoxSummer (MSS), we cover everything from in-depth White Sox analysis and MLB hot takes to hilarious baseball banter and behind-the-scenes South Side stories. Whether you're tailgating in Lot B or tuning in from afar, we've got your buzzed baseball fix. Proudly presented by:

Ten minste een Namibiese vragmotorbestuurder is onder vier verdagtes wat die polisie in Gauteng in Magaliesburg gearresteer nadat agt AK-47-gewere en sewe leë magasyne in ʼn wit sak ontdek is. Die polisiewoordvoerder, Dimakatso Sello, sê hulle was op die R24 op patrollie toe hulle ʼn Volvo-vragmotor met ʼn Namibiese registrasienommer en ʼn Mazda-motor agter hom langs die pad sien staan. Sy sê terwyl hulle die voertuie dopgehou het, het hulle gesien hoe twee mans ʼn mieliesak van die vragmotor na die motor dra:

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Werbepartner dieser Folge:Blackroll: Unter https://blackroll.com/de/ gibt es mit dem Gutscheincode FUSSBALLMML10 satte 10% Rabatt auf alle nicht reduzierten Produkte im deutschen Onlineshop.AG1: 20€ Rabatt + 5 AG1 Travel Packs, Vitamin D3+K2 & Welcome Kit GRATIS! AG1 jetzt testen und auf https://drinkag1.com/mml 20€ Rabatt auf deine erste Bestellung + 5 AG1 Travel Packs für Unterwegs, eine Flasche Vitamin D3+K2 und das Welcome-Kit GRATIS sichern. Kein Risiko mit der 30 Tage Geld zurück-Garantie.Alle Details zu den gesundheitlichen Vorteilen findest du im Link. Studienergebnisse liegen AG1 vor, 2023.Mazda: Profitier vom Mazda Jubel-Bonus bei den Mazda WM-Wochen! Zudem verlost Mazda 5x2 Tickets für den Franz Beckenbauer Supercup am 22. August, wenn Bayern in Dortmund antritt. Also, geh einfach auf mazda.de/angebote/wm-wochen-2026/ und nutz die Chance!

A 44-year-old man was pulled from a burning Mazda 3 by bystanders after his vehicle struck a power pole in the 8200 block of NE Highway 99. Clark County Sheriff's Office, AMR, and Fire District 6 responded. The driver was transported with non-life-threatening injuries. Impairment is not believed to be a factor. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vehicle-strikes-power-pole-on-highway-99/ #ClarkCounty #Highway99 #PublicSafety #CarFire #ClarkCountySheriff #EmergencyResponse #Vancouver #WashingtonState

There's a lot of fantastic music being made by Brazilian artists living in the U.S. They entertain an estimated 1.5 million Brazilian immigrants here as well as a growing number of other fans. And Brazilian music is enjoying a resurgence here - on Mazda commercials, endless bossa nova soundtracks played in upscale restaurants; inter-cultural collaborations and so on. We'll hear many of the best: Jorge Alabe, the godfather of many samba schools; Bebel Gilberto, daughter of bossa pioneer Joao Gilberto; singer Luciana Souza; the quirky percussionist Cyro Baptista; the funky, unorthodox Forro in the Dark and others. They all have fascinating stories to tell. We'll hear them in concert, visit with them in their homes, and hear songs from records produced in the U.S. New York University's widely published Professor of Music Jason Stanyek will be our co-host. APWW #555

Today on CarEdge Live, Ray and Zach discuss the latest on Ford, Subaru, and Mazda. Tune in to learn more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

By the late 2000s, shrinking markets, tightening emissions, and a younger generation losing interest in vehicles signaled the end of the legendary JDM era. But a few rebellious engineers refused to go quietly, choosing instead to make their last cars arguably their greatest.In this second-to-last episode of Past Gas: The Golden Era of JDM, we explore the dramatic conclusion of Japan's greatest automotive era. Discover how Nissan built the R35 GT-R from scratch to successfully crush Porsche at the Nurburgring, why Toyota intentionally lost money on every screaming V10 LFA they built to educate their next generation of engineers, the heartbreaking cancellation of Honda's highly anticipated V10 NSX, and how Mazda kept the pure driving spirit alive despite the death of the rotary engine. This episode is brought to you by Lumi Gummies! Go to https://www.LumiGummies.com and use code PASTGAS for 30% off your order!

Jay and Rick are back with Episode 320 of the I'm Fat Podcast. This week, the guys discuss some iconic Chicago spots, as well as a few new places around the area. They also draft their ideal snack cakes. YOUTUBE:⁠ ⁠youtube.com/c/imfatpodcast⁠⁠MERCH:⁠ ⁠imfatmerch.com⁠⁠SPONSORS:⁠ ⁠Frato's Culinary Kitchen⁠⁠ (use code IMFAT to save 10% on online orders),⁠ ⁠Mazda of Orland Park⁠⁠, Nik and Ivy Brewing Co. in LockportSUPPORT:⁠ ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/im-fat-podcast/support⁠⁠

This week Tom opens the show clarifying the difference between mild-hybrid and full-hybrid applications. Tom notes that mild hybrid drivetrains are found mostly on European luxury vehicles. In advance of chatting with Scout Motors' Ryan Decker, Jill and Tom discuss how few all-new car brands have been launched in the past 25 years. Listen in for a list. Still in the first segment, the hosts are joined by fellow automotive journalist Ed Piotrowski. Ed attended the 2026 Midwest Automotive Media Association Spring Rally, and wrote a comparison review of four compact crossovers: The Jeep Cherokee, Mazda CX-5, Toyota RAV4, and Volkswagen Tiguan. There's big news here, as for 2026 the Jeep and Toyota are all new--and now hybrid only--the Mazda is redesigned, and the VW has been treated to an updated powertrain. Listen in for Ed's insights. In the second segment, the hosts are Joined by Scout Motors Vice President of Strategy and Branding Ryan Decker. Ryan shares details regarding Scout's position in the market place, the products themselves, and what to expect regarding Scout's direct-to-consumer sales plan. In the last segment, Jill is subjected to Tom's "Is it still being built?" quiz. After the quiz Jill talks a little about the redesigned Subaru Outback Wilderness, with which she recently spent time.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Coches con ingeniería de verdad (y que no pierden valor). ¡Basta de electrodomésticos con ruedas! En un mercado de 2026 dominado por precios inflados y normativas asfixiantes como la Euro 7, todavía existen "islas de cordura" mecánica. Hoy rompemos nuestra tónica habitual de denuncia para ser positivos: existen coches que valen lo que cuestan. Una "compra maestra" no es simplemente el coche más barato del concesionario. Es aquel donde el valor de la ingeniería supera el coste de adquisición; coches que dentro de una década seguirán siendo fiables y mantendrán un valor de reventa envidiable. Los Utilitarios Indestructibles 1. Dacia Sandero (ECO-G 120 CV): El coche inteligente por excelencia. Gracias al GLP, ofrece el coste por kilómetro más bajo del mercado térmico con una robustez mecánica a prueba de bombas. 2. Suzuki Swift (Mild Hybrid): Una lección de física con solo 920 kg de peso. Al ser ligero, no necesita motores gigantes ni frenos sobredimensionados para ser ágil y eficiente. 3. Renault Captur (E-Tech 160): El equilibrio perfecto. Su caja de cambios sin embrague, inspirada en la F1, lo convierte en un SUV compacto sorprendentemente eficiente. Compactos y berlinas de lógica aplastante 4. Mazda 3 (e-Skyactiv X): La resistencia contra la obsolescencia. Su motor de encendido por compresión es una joya técnica que combina lo mejor del gasolina y el diésel en un chasis construido para durar décadas. 5. Toyota Corolla (200H): La apuesta más segura. Su transmisión e-CVT es el mecanismo más fiable del mundo: sin embragues ni correas. Es el coche para olvidarse de las averías. 6. Skoda Octavia (1.5 TSI mHEV): El rey del sentido común. Más espacio que muchas berlinas de lujo y una eficiencia de combustible asombrosa gracias a la desconexión de cilindros. SUV con sentido mecánico 7. Honda HR-V (e:HEV): Máquina de precisión donde el motor de gasolina trabaja principalmente como generador. Fiabilidad Honda en estado puro. 8. Kia Sportage (HEV 230 CV): Un producto redondo con una garantía de 7 años que sigue siendo el estándar de tranquilidad en 2026. 9. Renault Austral (E-Tech 200 CV): Destaca por su sistema de cuatro ruedas directrices (4Control), que le otorga una agilidad de coche urbano en un cuerpo de SUV familiar. El Oasis Eléctrico 10. Renault 5 E-Tech: Ligero, divertido y con alma. Demuestra que la movilidad eléctrica no tiene por qué ser aburrida. 11. Suzuki eVitara: La entrada de Suzuki en el eléctrico puro manteniendo su herencia 4x4 y su legendaria honestidad mecánica. Caprichos que son una inversión 12. Alpine A290: El "hot-hatch" eléctrico definitivo. Un juguete con puesta a punto de Alpine y valor de colección asegurado. 13. Mazda MX-5 (2.0 184 CV): El último roadster analógico. Comprar uno hoy es proteger tu patrimonio; su devaluación es prácticamente inexistente. 14. Toyota GR Yaris: Un coche de rallyes con matrícula. Exclusividad técnica que valdrá mucho más en el futuro de lo que cuesta hoy. 15. Suzuki Jimny (Mild Hybrid): El pequeño gigante regresa. Indestructible, icónico y con un valor de reventa que nunca cae. Conclusión Comprar un coche en 2026 requiere valentía, pero elegir basándose en la ingeniería y no solo en las pantallas es la clave. Buscad la ligereza, la mecánica probada y marcas que aún respetan al conductor. Porque al final, lo que importa no es lo que brilla en el catálogo, sino lo que resiste el paso del tiempo.

The Car Mom Auto Show is just 10 days away! The ladies are in full prep mode getting everything ready for the big weekend. There will be SO much to see and do at the show and it's not too late to get your tickets. CLICK HERE to get yours!  It's been a whirlwind week for Kelly. It all started in Washington D.C. to visit the IIHS headquarters and witness a crash test in real life. She learned so much and had some great conversations with Mazda. Did you know they are the safest cars on the market? Then it was off to brother Craig's engagement party. It was derby themed and the entire family showed up. Let's just say Kris knows how to throw a party!  Updates on the podcast for the summer are here, and it's a good news/bad news situation. The bad news? They'll go down to one episode a week. The good news? Side Hustle Summer is BACK! If you've got a side hustle feel free to reach out to Kelly or Lizz. But the biggest podcast update: Has Kelly finished the book she was supposed to read for the podcast book club? The answer will probably not surprise you...  Kelly's lack of reading could be because she is fully immersing herself in summer with the family. It might not feel like summer yet, but she's not delaying the summer joy. She bought the watermelon. They started the tie-dyeing. Summer starts NOW! She reveals her family's daily summer schedule on today's podcast. Plus, an easy summer dinner in Ditch the Drive Thru reminds you to unleash the power of the Hawaiian roll sliders. 

This week on Better Buildings for Humans, host Joe Menchefski sits down with Brian Bucher of WD Partners for a fascinating conversation about the intersection of architecture, branding, operations, and human experience in retail design. Drawing from decades of experience creating immersive spaces for some of the world's most recognizable brands, Brian shares how thoughtful design can shape customer behavior, improve employee well-being, and strengthen emotional connections between people and places.The discussion explores everything from daylighting and glare control to adaptive retail strategies, operational efficiency, workplace comfort, and the evolving role of physical spaces in an increasingly digital world. Brian also dives into scalable design systems, hospitality-driven retail, sustainable reuse, and why great buildings must serve both the people inside them and the communities around them.It's an insightful look at how truly exceptional spaces don't just support business goals — they create memorable, human-centered experiences that people genuinely want to return to.More About Brian BucherSENIOR DIRECTORBrian is skilled at leading creative programs, using his keen understanding of marketing and business strategies. He not only values a project's outcome, but the integrity of the design process and interactions between the client and design teams. He has a high regard for the balance of innovative design and practical real-world solutions that connect with consumers in a meaningful way. As creative director, Brian spends significant time collaborating with client stakeholders, architects and engineers, and marketers to bring solutions to market. His experience encompasses strategy and innovation, concept development, fixtures and merchandising, materials specifications, process development and execution. In addition, Brian's work for Laguna Beach Drugstore, Safeway, Citrine, and EchoPark have been honored with industry awards from NASFM, ISP/VM+SD Magazine, Chain Store Age, and CoreNet Global. Brian has worked with many retail, restaurant and consumer brands, including Hard Rock Café, Yum! Brands, Dell, Mazda, John Deere, McKesson and SEI Investments. His clients at WD include Standard Market, Safeway, Rubios, Kraft, Giant Eagle, Wawa, Krispy Kreme, Buca di Beppo, Sonic Automotive, Cooper's Hawk, Amazon, Target, Stop & Shop and Chartwells.CONTACT:https://www.wdpartners.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-bucher-leed-ap-187b356 https://www.facebook.com/brian.bucher.773 Where To Find Us:https://bbfhpod.advancedglazings.com/www.advancedglazings.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/better-buildings-for-humans-podcastwww.linkedin.com/in/advanced-glazings-ltd-848b4625https://twitter.com/bbfhpodhttps://twitter.com/Solera_Daylighthttps://www.instagram.com/bbfhpod/https://www.instagram.com/advancedglazingsltdhttps://www.facebook.com/AdvancedGlazingsltd

Jon Summers, The Motoring Historian, recaps a Consumer Reports session led by Alex Knizek, outlining CR's nonprofit testing operation (36 cars yearly, 330-acre Connecticut track) and its scoring pillars: road test, reliability, owner satisfaction (380,000 member surveys), and safety, including real-world/track ADAS evaluation. He reads key rankings, including five-to-ten-year reliability led by Lexus, Toyota, Mazda, Honda, and Acura, with Tesla last; he contrasts this with the 2026 brand report card topped by Subaru, BMW, Porsche, Honda, and Toyota, and notes Rivian's low reliability but high satisfaction. He shares takeaways that hybrids show 15% fewer issues than ICE, while plug-ins have 80% more issues than hybrids, and discusses model-specific drags (Honda Prologue, Mazda CX-90). He explains his wife's purchase of a 2026 Cadillac Optiq, influenced by pricing, free workplace charging, and Super Cruise. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Why Consumer Reports? 02:07 Inside CR Testing 03:22 Elk Test Explained 04:36 How CR Scores Cars 06:29 Used Car Reliability 09:01 New Car Software Woes 10:56 Brand Report Card 12:54 Surveys Versus Desire 17:01 Hybrids PHEVs EVs 22:23 ADAS & Super Cruise 25:10 EV Reliability Problems 26:46 Safety Rankings 27:37 Top 10 Picks Wrap 28:55 Thanks And Credits ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: Visit Our Website Become a VIP at: Patreon Online Magazine: Gran Touring Follow us on Social: Instagram Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel. Copyright Jon Summers, The Motoring Historian. This content is also available via jonsummers.net. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

Shoot us a Text.Episode #1354: Today we talk about Mazda trying to define what the brand actually stands for, Ford battling yet another F-150 production headache while inventory stays tight, and Ferrari shocking enthusiasts with a futuristic $640k EV designed alongside former Apple design legend Jony Ive.Show Notes with links:Mazda's U.S. CEO says the brand's biggest challenge isn't product, pricing, or even tariffs—it's clarity. As Mazda pushes toward 500,000 annual U.S. sales, Tom Donnelly says dealers will play the starring role in making the brand more distinctive and desirable.Mazda has hovered around 400,000 U.S. sales for two years and believes stronger brand identity is the path to 500,000 units.Dealers were challenged to rethink customer experience with shorter processes, stronger relationships, and what Mazda calls a more “sticky” ownership experience.Donnelly emphasized affordability as a major opportunity, noting Mazda's average transaction price is around $39,000 compared to the industry average above $51,000.Tariffs, incentives, and shifting production have pressured profitability, but Mazda says strategic moves like shifting Mazda3 sedan production to Japan helped improve earnings.“If you walked out of this hotel and asked 10 people what Mazda stands for, you'd get 10 different answers. That is my keeps-me-up-at-night thing.” — Tom Donnelly, CEO of Mazda North American Operations.Ford finally started climbing out of its F-150 inventory hole after last year's aluminum supplier fire… and then a broken hood die shut the line down again. The pause may only last a few days, but when you're already 60,000 trucks behind, every hour matters.Ford paused F-150 production late last week after a hood die reportedly broke at a nearby stamping plant that forms the truck's aluminum hood panels.The Dearborn plant was expected to sit idle Thursday night through at least Saturday, with Memorial Day potentially stretching the shutdown to four days.With two 10-hour shifts running daily, the downtime could cost Ford roughly 2,500 trucks at a time when inventory is already down more than 40% year-over-year.Ford is reportedly considering “super Saturday” or “super Sunday” shifts to claw back lost production and keep dealers supplied heading into summer truck season.Ferrari officially pulled the cover off its first fully electric vehicle, the Luce, and let's just say… the internet has thoughts. Designed with former Apple design chief Jony Ive, the $640,000 EV swaps engine roar for amplified sound and tradition for experimentation.The Ferrari Luce is the brand's first EV and first-ever five-seat Ferrari, using four electric motors to hit 0–60 in under 2.5 seconds with a top speed above 190 mph.Ferrari partnered with legendary Apple designer Jony Ive, creating a glass-heavy, ultra-minimal interior meant to feel more “analog” than tech gadget.Ferrari says range wasn't the priority, with the Luce targeting about 330 miles despite its massive battery pack.Online reactions were… spicy. Many enthusiasts blasted the design for straying too far from Ferrari tradition, while Ferrari shares dropped roughly 6% after the reveal.“As a car becomes electric, it doesn't mean that it needs to be a consumer electronics object.” — Ferrari Chairman John ElkannJoin Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast  as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

Episode #1354: Today we talk about Mazda trying to define what the brand actually stands for, Ford battling yet another F-150 production headache while inventory stays tight, and Ferrari shocking enthusiasts with a futuristic $640k EV designed alongsid...

Executive Profile: Sam LewisCurrent Role: Senior Vice President (SVP), Creative & Media (Americas) at DEPT® Industry Focus: Brand Strategy, Integrated Marketing, AI & Digital Transformation Sam Lewis is a seasoned marketing transformation specialist and executive with over 20 years of experience building integrated agency models that merge creative storytelling, media, and technology. The son of an entrepreneur, Lewis inherited a restless curiosity for business, which eventually led him into the fast-paced world of global advertising. Before joining DEPT®, Lewis spent nearly two decades navigating major industry shifts. He famously served as Partner and US CEO of T&Pm (formerly CHI&Partners / The&Partnership, a prominent WPP-backed network), where he helped scale the independent creative shop into a global network spanning more than 30 offices worldwide. Throughout his career, he has driven nearly $1 billion in net new revenue, spearheading massive, headline-making pitch wins for global juggernauts like Toyota (including the London 2012 Olympics campaign) and The Coca-Cola Company. Lewis joined DEPT®'s Americas leadership team, stepping into his role as SVP of Creative & Media. At DEPT®, he oversees a massive portfolio that accounts for roughly half of the agency's regional revenue. Known for his "newsroom mentality"—moving brands away from static campaigns and toward always-on, social-first cultural platforms—Lewis has guided major brands like Google, Snap, eBay, Coach, Mazda, SiriusXM, and The Washington Post through complex digital evolutions. He is a major proponent of fusing human creativity with AI, frequently speaking at industry events (like CES) on how modern, future-fit agencies must leverage technology to scale growth without losing their creative edge.

O por qué los botones físicos son el verdadero lujo. ¿Alguna vez has intentado bajar dos grados el aire acondicionado mientras conduces y has sentido que estabas jugando a una lotería peligrosa entre submenús? No estás solo. En el vídeo de hoy vamos a denunciar una tendencia que ha invadido la industria del automóvil como un virus: la proliferación abusiva de las pantallas táctiles. Nos han vendido que el minimalismo digital es el futuro, pero la realidad es que estamos ante una de las mayores operaciones de ahorro de costes camuflada de vanguardia tecnológica. La ingeniería del ahorro Fabricar un salpicadero "de los de antes" es caro. Se necesita diseño físico, mecanismos para el tacto (háptica), cableado específico para cada interruptor y soportes que aguanten décadas sin crujir. ¿Qué es lo barato? Un solo panel de cristal líquido conectado por un cable de datos a una centralita. A partir de ahí, todo es software. Si el fabricante quiere añadir una función, no diseña un botón; escribe tres líneas de código. Hablemos de números reales. Un interior con botones físicos de calidad puede costar entre 300 y 500 euros más por vehículo que uno que lo fía todo a una pantalla central. Para una marca que fabrica cientos de miles de coches al año, el ahorro es millonario. El problema es que, en el concesionario, esa pantalla te la venden como un extra de lujo bajo nombres rimbombantes. Es el negocio perfecto: ahorran en fábrica y te lo cobran a precio de oro. El peligro de la distracción Aquí la estafa deja de ser económica para ser peligrosa. La memoria muscular permite manejar un coche sin apartar la vista del asfalto. En una pantalla plana no hay tacto; tienes que mirar obligatoriamente. Estudios recientes confirman que el tiempo de distracción para tareas básicas se ha triplicado en coches sin mandos físicos. Es una ironía que nos llenen el coche de asistentes de conducción mientras nos obligan a perder la vista de la carretera para desempañar el parabrisas. Obsolescencia y "caducidad digital" Un botón mecánico de hace 40 años sigue funcionando hoy. ¿Qué pasará con estas pantallas gigantes dentro de 15 años tras soportar veranos a 50 grados? Ya estamos viendo sistemas que se cuelgan, píxeles muertos y software que deja de ser compatible. Si falla la pantalla en un coche moderno, te quedas sin radio, sin GPS y, a menudo, sin climatización. El coche se vuelve inútil por el fallo de una tablet de dudosa calidad. Héroes y Villanos No todos lo están haciendo igual de mal. Mientras marcas como Tesla eliminan incluso la palanca de intermitentes para poner botones táctiles en el volante (una pesadilla en rotondas), o Volkswagen cometía el error de lanzar superficies táctiles sin iluminar, hay "galos" que resisten al invasor. Mazda, por ejemplo, sigue apostando por ruletas físicas y pantallas que no distraen. Honda ha rectificado devolviendo al Civic unos mandos con un tacto mecánico excelente. Incluso Euro NCAP ha tomado cartas en el asunto: a partir de 2026, los coches que no tengan botones físicos para funciones críticas perderán puntos en sus test de seguridad. El retorno de la cordura Las pantallas tienen reflejos, se llenan de huellas y emiten una luz azul que fatiga la vista de noche. Un salpicadero de cristal negro carece de alma; es un televisor con ruedas. Afortunadamente, la presión de los usuarios y de los organismos de seguridad está obligando a muchas marcas a dar marcha atrás. La buena ingeniería es la que se piensa para el ser humano, no para el departamento de marketing o de contabilidad. Menos pantallas y más ergonomía real. ¡Ojos en la carretera!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we sit down with Jeremy Weller, a Brunswick, Maine native and longtime car enthusiast whose journey through the automotive world has taken some interesting turns.With deep roots in Mazda motorsports, Jeremy shares his background in racing and performance, and how that foundation shaped his passion for cars. Recently, he made the jump into the RHD world with his first right-hand-drive car — a Mitsubishi Evolution IV — marking a whole new chapter in his enthusiast journey.We talk about the transition from track-focused builds to JDM ownership, what drew him to the Evo platform, and how his experience influences the way he approaches cars today.

This week on America on the Road, Jack Nerad and Chris Teague review two strong three-row performers — the engaging 2026 Mazda CX-90 Premium Plus and the upscale 2026 Honda Pilot Elite. They also discuss rising EV interest amid higher gas prices, Tesla's latest Model Y price increases, Honda's major hybrid offensive, Volkswagen's 2027 lineup changes, and a Mazda survey on Gen Z car buyers.

El mercado de ocasión actual es una locura. Los precios están inflados y la mayoría de los compradores se pelean por los mismos modelos: SUVs compactos, híbridos con etiqueta y diseños de vanguardia. Pero en esa pelea por "lo que está de moda", el comprador inteligente tiene una oportunidad de oro. Existe un listado de coches fabricados entre 2014 y 2020 que la gente ignora por desconocimiento o prejuicios estéticos, pero que esconden una ingeniería soberbia. Son los que yo llamo "Diamantes en Bruto". ¿Qué hace a un coche un "Diamante en Bruto"? No se trata de comprar el coche más bonito, sino el mejor construido. Estos modelos suelen haber tenido un único dueño, mantenimientos al día y un precio de derribo porque el mercado los considera "aburridos" o "fuera de tendencia". Sin embargo, bajo el capó esconden motores que son el secreto mejor guardado de los mecánicos. Los 10 elegidos: -Honda Civic (2014-2017): Su diseño "espacial" alejó a muchos, pero su motor 1.6 i-DTEC de 120 CV es una obra maestra del diésel. Sin problemas de cadena y con una fiabilidad electrónica japonesa envidiable. -Hyundai i30 / Kia Ceed (2015-2018): Antes de intentar ser premium, los coreanos hacían compactos honestos con motores atmosféricos (MPI y GDI). Sin turbo hay menos cosas que romper; aguantan el trato duro como pocos. -Mazda 3 (2014-2018): El motor Skyactiv-G 2.0 es una joya. Mazda fue a contracorriente evitando el "downsizing". El resultado es un motor que trabaja relajado, sin carbonilla excesiva y con un consumo en carretera sorprendentemente bajo. -Mitsubishi ASX (2015-2019): Con el motor 1.6 gasolina de la vieja escuela es, sencillamente, un coche para olvidarse de los talleres. Es espartano por dentro, sí, pero mecánicamente es un tanque. -Opel Insignia A (2015-2017): Las berlinas ya no las quiere nadie, y ahí está tu ventaja. Las últimas unidades del Insignia corrigieron todos los fallos de juventud. Un devoramillas cómodo y seguro a precio de saldo. -Seat Toledo / Skoda Rapid (2014-2019): Estética de "coche de abuelo" con inteligencia máxima. Usan componentes probadísimos del Grupo Volkswagen pero sin su complejidad. Espacio gigante y mantenimiento mínimo. -Subaru Forester (2014-2018): El favorito en zonas de montaña. Su tracción total simétrica es de lo mejor del mundo. Si buscas las versiones de gasolina, tienes un todocamino eterno. -Suzuki Vitara (2015-2018): Antes de la micro-hibridación, el 1.6 VVT era un coche ligerísimo. Al pesar tan poco, los componentes de desgaste duran muchísimo más que en sus rivales pesados. -Toyota Avensis (2015-2018): El gran olvidado. Tanto el gasolina 1.8 como el diésel revisado por Toyota están hechos para durar 500.000 kilómetros. Un coche de flota que garantiza mantenimientos escrupulosos. -Volvo V40 (2015-2019): Con los motores propios de 4 cilindros (VEA), es uno de los compactos más seguros y equilibrados jamás fabricados, ahora castigado injustamente por el mercado al dejar de producirse. La visión del ingeniero ¿Por qué estos coches son superiores en el mercado de segunda mano? Por la regla de la madurez tecnológica. Entre 2014 y 2020, mientras algunas marcas experimentaban con soluciones complejas que hoy dan problemas, estos modelos mantuvieron mecánicas probadas. Muchos usan inyección indirecta en gasolina o sistemas de emisiones menos intrusivos, lo que se traduce en menos averías de 800 euros por limpiezas de admisión o fallos de sensores. El Decálogo del Comprador Inteligente Para encontrar estas joyas, hay que seguir estas diez reglas de oro del ingeniero: -Ignora el logo. -Busca el motor "grande" atmosférico. -Huye de las llantas de 19 pulgadas. -Revisa el historial de la marca. -El vendedor particular es clave. -Comprueba la disponibilidad de piezas. -No te asustes por el interior sencillo. -Mira los bajos del coche. -Confía en la simplicidad.

Most organizations don't have a technology problem. They have a focus problem.In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott W. Luton, together with co-host Kim Humphrey, President and CEO of AME, is joined by Rami Goldratt, CEO of Goldratt Group, for a practical, no-fluff deep dive into the Theory of Constraints and what it actually takes to drive breakthrough performance in today's business environment. From why most companies are automating what they can instead of what they should, to the danger of spreading resources thin across too many initiatives, Rami brings decades of real-world experience helping organizations across manufacturing, retail, automotive, engineering, and logistics unlock significant gains in throughput and lead time reduction. Kim adds her lens on why continuous improvement and constraints-thinking are more intertwined than ever, and why the principles Rami's father Dr. Eliyahu Goldratt pioneered are not just still relevant but urgently needed right now.The conversation spans the full arc: inherent simplicity, managing uncertainty with buffers and fast feedback loops, the tug of war between local efficiency and global performance, and what it looks like when an entire engineering organization aligns behind a single constraint to achieve the impossible. The Mazda story alone is worth the listen. If you're navigating complexity, chasing results that keep falling short, or trying to build an organization that can actually adapt and execute, this one's for you.Jump into the conversation:(00:00) Intro(08:43) Rami's career journey and key lessons learned(15:26) The legacy and simplicity of Dr Eliyahu Goldratt(18:30) Biggest trends and challenges facing businesses today(23:39) What is Theory of Constraints and the three fears(28:09) Why forecasts keep getting less accurate over time(31:35) Common TOC misconceptions and local vs global efficiency(38:09) Why supply chain variety is destroying forecast accuracy(47:15) The Mazda case study and TOC in actionAdditional Links & Resources:Connect with Rami Goldratt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramigoldratt/Learn more about Goldratt Consulting: https://goldrattgroup.com/Connect with Kim Humphrey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlee-kim-h-5977474/Learn more about AME: https://www.ame.org/Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/aboutLearn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.comWatch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-nowSubscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/joinWork with us! Download Supply Chain Now's NEW Media Kit: https://supplychainnow.com/media-kit/WEBINAR- Delivering Flawless Field Service with Predictive Insights and AI: https://bit.ly/4sXVZfVWEBINAR- From AI Pilots to Performance: How Supply Chain Leaders Are Scaling Agentic AI: https://bit.ly/49hCqIqWEBINAR- Amazon Supply Chain 101: Enabling efficiency and growth for businesses everywhere–and everywhere they sell: https://bit.ly/49r8N7DWEBINAR- The Expanding Role of Supply Chain Optimization Teams in Driving Business Impact: https://bit.ly/3PHRAAfThis episode was hosted by Scott Luton and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/why-theory-constraints-more-relevant-than-ever-before-1586

Araceli Contreras, vicepresidenta de Operaciones de Mazda México

Miguel Barbeyto, pdte. y CEO de Mazda México

Un Volkswagen Golf original pesaba poco más de 800 kilos. Hoy, un compacto medio roza los 1.500 kg y un SUV equivalente se acerca peligrosamente a las dos toneladas. Nos venden eficiencia y tecnología verde, pero la realidad es que estamos fabricando "tanques" ineficientes. La física no entiende de marketing, y en este vídeo vamos a diseccionar, kilo a kilo, por qué el peso es el mayor pecado de la ingeniería moderna. El mito de la tecnología contra la báscula Es cierto que los motores actuales son mucho más eficientes, pero toda esa ganancia tecnológica la estamos tirando por el desagüe de la báscula. Si aplicásemos un motor moderno a un chasis ligero de hace treinta años, veríamos consumos de 2 litros a los 100 y una agilidad asombrosa. Sin embargo, hemos preferido convertir el coche en un búnker insonorizado y un centro de ocio con ruedas. Desglose del engorde: ¿Dónde están esos kilos? Hemos analizado cuánto pesa cada "capricho" que nos venden como necesario, y la suma es alarmante: -Seguridad Estructural y ADAS: Para cumplir con los estándares actuales de seguridad, los pilares se han triplicado en espesor y los sistemas de seguridad activa (cámaras, sensores, radares) han proliferado. Esto suma aproximadamente 165 kg. -Confort y Aislamiento: El aislamiento bituminoso y las espumas para insonorizar el habitáculo añaden unos 50 kg. Si sumamos cristales laminados más gruesos para aislar del viento, añadimos otros 15 kg. -Asientos "Spa": Un asiento moderno con motores eléctricos, ventilación y masaje pesa unos 35 kg, frente a los 12 kg de uno analógico. El exceso en las plazas delanteras es de 45 kg. -Gadgets y Estética: Portones eléctricos, techos panorámicos de cristal (que pesan el doble que la chapa) y accesorios eléctricos suman otros 85 kg. -Llantas sobredimensionadas: El paso de llantas racionales a llantas de 20 pulgadas añade hasta 48 kg de masa no suspendida, lo cual es crítico para la dinámica del coche. En total, hemos cargado al coche con más de 400 kilos extra de elementos que poco tienen que ver con el desplazamiento eficiente. La trampa de la relación peso-potencia Un Golf GTI Mk2 tenía una relación de 6,9 kg/CV. Para que un Golf moderno con 1.400 kg tuviera la misma agilidad, necesitaría superar los 200 CV. Pero como la mayoría se quedan en 150 CV, los ingenieros deben "engañar" a la física con turbos complejos y desarrollos de cambio, aunque el coche siga siendo más torpe y fatigue antes los neumáticos. El desafío eléctrico: El pecado del litio Si los térmicos han engordado, los eléctricos entran en otra liga. La baja densidad energética de las baterías obliga a cargar con paquetes de 600 o 700 kg para lograr autonomías razonables. Ese sobrepeso de media tonelada condiciona todo: chasis más rígidos, neumáticos especiales y suspensiones mucho más complejas. Un SUV eléctrico de lujo de 2.500 kg es, por definición, una contradicción técnica. ¿Hay esperanza? No todo está perdido. Existen fabricantes que aún luchan contra la báscula. El Alpine A110 demuestra que el aluminio puede obrar milagros; Mazda analiza cada tornillo en el MX-5 para ahorrar gramos; y Suzuki ha logrado el milagro con el nuevo Swift, deteniendo la báscula en 915 kg frente a la competencia que supera los 1.200 kg. La conclusión es clara: el peso es el mayor enemigo de la dinámica, del consumo y de la sostenibilidad real. Si queremos un futuro para el automóvil, la industria debe dejar de mirar las pantallas de infoentretenimiento y empezar a mirar la báscula. Como decía Colin Chapman: "Quítame un kilo antes de darme un caballo".

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Could the 2026 Mazda Cx-90 Phev Premium Plus Be One of the Most Overlooked Three-Row Suvs on the Market Right Now? John Rush and Richard Rush take a closer look at Mazda's plug-in hybrid SUV and uncover a mix of premium comfort, impressive features, surprising performance, and a few real-world quirks drivers will definitely want to hear about. From the upscale interior and hybrid technology to questions about everyday practicality, fuel savings, cargo flexibility, and overall value, this review goes far beyond the brochure. There's more to this CX-90 than first impressions—and some of what they discovered may completely change how shoppers view plug-in hybrids. Catch the full review from John Rush and Richard Rush on Rush To Reason and Drive Radio before making your next SUV decision. Have a question about a car review or a general automotive question? Call the KLZ560am studios in Denver during the Drive-Radio program on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm MT at 303-477-5600 or text 307-200-8222. Listen live on the KLZ560am app or at https://Drive-Radio.com.

It's EV News Briefly for Wednesday 13 May 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyBYD PLANS EUROPE-BUILT CARS FOR EUROPEBYD will design and develop a series of purpose-built models for European consumers over the next three years, starting with the Dolphin G PHEV — set to debut in June and making its UK public appearance at Goodwood in July. Executive VP Stella Li has directed engineers to keep European variants under 4.3 metres, with separate B- and C-segment standards, as BYD stops adapting China-market models and instead builds vehicles tailored to dense European cities.MAZDA DELAYS DEDICATED EV TO 2029Mazda has pushed back its first dedicated EV platform by two years to 2029 and cut EV investment by nearly half, shifting resources toward hybrids and China-sourced electrified products. Before 2029, Mazda will sell China-built EVs — effectively rebadged Changan Automobile models — in Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia.AUTOMAKERS SEEK NEW EU CO2 CONCESSIONSVolkswagen Group, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz met EU officials in Brussels on 13 May to press for further flexibility on the bloc's 2035 emissions targets, despite having already won concessions just months ago. Germany's VDA lobby warned that the country's auto sector could shed up to 125,000 additional jobs by 2035 without meaningful improvement in competitiveness.OPEL PREVIEWS 207 KW CORSA GSEOpel has revealed the all-electric Corsa GSE, which it claims will be the fastest-accelerating production Opel ever built, with a 0–100 km/h time of 5.5 seconds from a front-mounted 207 kW permanent magnet motor. The car rides on Stellantis' e-CMP platform and features a Torsen limited-slip differential, Alcon four-piston brakes, lowered sports suspension, and uprated battery thermal management.AUSTRALIA DELAYS FEDERAL EV ROAD CHARGEAustralia's federal government has paused its EV road user charge, opting to first develop a coordinated policy with state and territory governments following the High Court's 2023 ruling that struck down Victoria's version. The budget also restructures EV fringe benefits tax support, narrowing the full FBT exemption from April 2027 to EVs priced at A$75,000 or below on novated leases, before shifting to a 25% FBT reduction for all EVs under the luxury car tax threshold from April 2029.GERMAN OPERATORS BACK ELECTRIC TRUCKSA German study by the Institute for Applied Ecology found that 93% of transport companies already running electric trucks are satisfied or very satisfied, citing high reliability, driving comfort, and low operating costs. The same share expect electric trucks to become the standard fleet vehicle by 2030, though operators flagged high upfront costs and depot grid connection complexity as the main barriers.AI CHARGING METHOD CUTS EV BATTERY WEARResearchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed an AI-driven fast-charging method using reinforcement learning that extends EV battery life by 23% without adding to charge times. The system adapts charging current to each battery's state of health and electrochemistry in real time, reducing internal wear and the risk of lithium plating compared to current one-size-fits-all charging protocols.FIRST BUS TESTS DEPOTS AS GRID ASSETSFirst Bus has launched a trial using its electric bus depot infrastructure to support the National Grid, intelligently scheduling charging to absorb surplus Scottish wind power that would otherwise be curtailed. The UK's largest electric bus operator, with over 1,400 zero-emission vehicles, argues the scheme can cut wasted renewable energy, support grid stability, and improve the economics of fleet electrification.LUCID PUTS UK LAUNCH BACK TO 2028Lucid has delayed its UK market entry to early 2028 — the third such postponement — with European President Lawrence Hamilton saying the firm must sequence its expansion carefully after entering seven or eight more continental European markets in 2026 first. Lucid will skip bringing the current Air and Gravity models to the UK, instead launching only on its new mid-size 800-volt platform with the Cosmos coupé-crossover and Earth SUV variants, built on the Atlas drive unit that cuts manufacturing costs by 37%.UK E-VAN RULES EASE FROM 2026From June 2026, the UK government will remove regulatory barriers for electric vans weighing between 3.5 and 4.25 tonnes, aligning them with equivalent diesel and petrol vehicles under the Class 7 MOT framework with a first MOT due after three years rather than one. Driver hours rules will also change, removing mandatory tachograph use and base-distance restrictions, with operators set to save up to 60% on MOT costs under the new regime.UK USED EV SALES HIT Q1 RECORDUK used EV sales hit a record 86,943 units in Q1 2026, up 32% year on year, with around one in 23 used car buyers choosing an EV compared to one in 30 in the same period last year. The surge is being driven by growing used EV supply from strong prior new car sales, lower prices, and improving buyer confidence in battery longevity.

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It's EV News Briefly for Friday 17 April 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyMERCEDES PREVIEWS ELECTRIC C-CLASS CABINMercedes-Benz has revealed the interior of its first all-electric C-Class ahead of a full reveal on 20 April, showcasing a screen-dominated cabin featuring either a standard Superscreen or an optional 39.1-inch Hyperscreen spanning nearly the full dashboard width, with 10 colour schemes and matrix backlighting using nearly 10 million pixels. The EV platform frees up more interior space than any previous C-Class, and the car adds a new multi-source heat pump that heats the cabin twice as fast as combustion models while using roughly half the energy, alongside Vegan Society-certified upholstery, electropneumatic lumbar seats with massage and ventilation, an optional Burmester 4D system with seat exciters, and an optional Sky Control roof with 162 illuminated stars.MUSK COMPANIES PROPPED UP CYBERTRUCK Q4SpaceX purchased 1,279 Cybertrucks in Q4 2025, accounting for nearly 20% of all US Cybertruck registrations in the period, with Musk-owned entities including xAI, The Boring Company, and Neuralink collectively taking 1,339 units out of 7,071 total US registrations. Analysts estimated that without these affiliated-company purchases, Cybertruck registrations would have fallen more than 50% year-over-year, and Musk-linked companies continued buying in early 2026 with 158 units in January and 67 in February.MAZDA6E UK PRICED FROM £38,995Mazda will launch the all-electric Mazda6e in the UK this summer with orders open now, priced from £38,995 for the Takumi trim and £39,995 for the Takumi Plus, featuring a 78kWh LFP battery with up to 348 miles of WLTP range and a 10–80% DC fast charge time of just 24 minutes. Unlike mainland European versions, the UK model gets a single-battery setup, paired with a rear-mounted motor doing 0–62mph in 7.9 seconds, a five-door hatchback body, a 14.6-inch touchscreen, and an augmented reality head-up display.BMW ADDS CONTRACT-FREE PLUG & CHARGE IN GERMANYBMW Group has launched a contract-free Plug & Charge service in Germany, allowing drivers of compatible BMW and MINI EVs to authenticate at public DC charging points simply by plugging in, with billing going directly to the credit card stored on their BMW or MINI account. The first rollout covers over 1,400 charging points across Germany and Austria via partner Mer Germany using Hubject's system, and is the first time Plug & Charge has been extended to drivers without an existing charging contract, including tourists and fleet users.BYD ADDS TWO SHARK 6 VARIANTSBYD has expanded its Shark 6 ute range in Australia from one model to three, adding the Shark 6 Dynamic Cab-Chassis (from A$55,900) and the Shark 6 Performance (from A$62,900) alongside the existing Shark 6 Premium. All variants use BYD's Dual Mode Off-Road plug-in hybrid system combining a turbocharged petrol engine with front and rear electric motors and a Blade battery, with the Performance variant boosting towing capacity to 3,500kg and adding a dedicated Crawl Mode for off-road use.ALLEGO ADDS SMART OVERNIGHT CHARGING IN DUTCH MARKETAllego has launched a smart overnight charging scheme in the Netherlands using Deftpower technology, offering drivers a choice from 6 PM between immediate and smart charging, with the latter shifting sessions to off-peak hours to reduce grid strain during evening peaks. Drivers who opt in receive cashback rewards of up to 5% of charging costs, and Allego plans to expand the model from its initial rollout to around 9,000 charging points in the Netherlands before extending it to Belgium.FUEL SPIKE PUSHES DRIVERS TOWARDS EVSA survey by Electrifying.com of over 1,000 visitors found that more than 70% of non-EV drivers said rising fuel prices — spiked by US-Israel air attacks on Iran and disruption to oil supply through the Strait of Hormuz — are making them more actively consider switching to electric. Electrifying.com founder Ginny Buckley reported a near-50% week-on-week surge in site traffic since the start of the US-Iran conflict, while analyst Tom Barnard noted some used EVs priced under £5,000 can pay for themselves within a few years through fuel savings alone.RIVIAN MAKES FOUR RAN SITES NACS-ONLYRivian has converted four California-based Rivian Adventure Network charging sites to NACS-only, removing CCS1 connectors entirely in a first for the network, a move likely driven by the ramp-up of the R2 and the 2026 R1S and R1T, all of which ship with NACS as standard. Owners of older CCS1 Rivians and other non-NACS EVs will need a NACS-to-CCS1 adapter to use these four sites, with the switch also simplifying site logistics as NACS-equipped Rivians grow in number.HONDA SUPER-N SET FOR UK JULY LAUNCHHonda has revealed the Super-N, an all-electric kei-inspired hatchback measuring 3.4 metres in length, due on sale in the UK from July at under £20,000, directly rivalling the Dacia Spring and Hyundai Inster. Power comes from a compact e-axle producing 47 kW (rising to 70 kW in BOOST Mode), with Honda quoting a UK urban range of 199 miles and a combined range of 128 miles, though battery and charging specifications have not yet been disclosed.MAV SYSTEMS LAUNCHES BAYIQ FOR EV BAYSUK-based MAV Systems has launched BayiQ, an ANPR camera system designed to help parking operators, councils, and transport authorities tackle overstaying, ICEing, and poor turnover at EV charging bays. A single BayiQ unit can monitor multiple adjacent bays simultaneously, unlike conventional ANPR systems that require one camera per bay, reducing installation costs and civil works for operators managing busy charging locations.

Guess what happens when you're in and out of the hospital with your kids over a couple of weeks? You get sick. That's where Lizz at this week. Will she ever get a break? Kelly, on the other hand, is 11 weeks into her sugar-free journey and feeling great! So great that she broke down and bought an American Girl doll. However, it's totally a business expense!  Some quick industry news reveals the Mazda leg room lie that Kelly is investigating. They say that the second row has more room, but by her measurements that might not be entirely true. Did she just uncover a massive conspiracy? Plus, Subaru Outback sales are down and Hyundai has a fix for their power folding seats.  Before their interview this week, Kelly and Lizz NEED to chat about the Coachella weekend. Who did they love watching? What are their thoughts on Justin Bieber's controversial performance? This all leads to a very important conversation: Kelly wants Ella Langley bangs.  Then it's on to a conversation with Wendy Speake, author of "The 40-Day Sugar Fast". She talks about how her sugar-free lent journey led to a movement with thousands of people joining in each year. Plus, what she has learned during her sugar-free journey over the years and how you can get started on yours.