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This week it’s another all questions episode! We talk about everything from the best all-wheel drive cars for winter commutes, why 4x4 trucks tow less weight than you may think, new car buying advice and we try to locate a ‘unicorn’ vehicle for $35K. ————————————————— Subscribe to Talking Cars on Apple Podcasts! Video version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-hq/id630839767?mt=2 Audio version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-mp3/id630831189?mt=2 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 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   SHOW NOTES ----------------------------------- 1:00 - Question #1: When’s the best time of day to check your car’s oil level? 2:35 - Question #2: Why aren’t all-weather tires more popular? 6:07 - Question #3: Unicorn vehicle for under $35,000? 8:06 - Question #4: What speed does low speed AEB become high speed AEB? 10:31 - Question #5: What does an N/A reliability verdict mean in CR ratings? 12:59 - Question #6: At what point is it better to buy a new truck over a used truck? 15:02 - Question #7: Would you recommend buying a used Lexus ES300h with 100K miles? 16:20 - Question #8: What’s the best AWD system for climbing hills in the snow? 19:32 - Question #9: What causes a puff of white exhaust smoke during hard acceleration? 20:50 - Question #10: Why do rear wheel drive vehicles handle better than AWD vehicles? 24:26 - Question #11: Why do 4x4 pickups usually have a lower tow rating than rear wheel drive trucks? 26:12 - Question #12: Should I change my oil every year even if I only drive 1500 miles? 27:38 - Question #13: How does wheel size affect ride an handging? 30:08 - Question #14: Do high RPMs damage a transmission during engine braking? 31:47 - Question #15: Is there a solution for shorter drivers that have trouble with uncomfortable headrests? LINKS ----------------------------------- Don’t Bother Following These Car Maintenance Myths: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4iHppmhzJdc New All-Weather Tires Outperform Some Snow Tires: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JfEcVZvQEA Do You Really Need All-Wheel Drive?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXjzYbpt9Ow Standard Safety Gear Makes Early Debut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYPMhEqlMBI Lowest-Rated Cars of 2019: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-CjftuQkE4 2018 Ford F-150 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGEmjjPCCeQ 2017 Honda Ridgeline Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJJeNbqaQAM AWD Showdown: Subaru Forester vs. Honda CR-V vs. Toyota RAV4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-TQdIqFvZo 2015 Subaru WRX Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hksUMXuW3VM 2019 Subaru Forster Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dymKOcVk7Iw 2016 Mazda CX-5 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hlnxhx4MpCU 2019 Toyota RAV4 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSAuvdH_oGQ 2017 Volkswagen Alltrack Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFwfm63Ts1k 2014 Porsche 911 Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Cj6c-YVos0 2015 Porsche Macan Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7xjRYBc8co

This week it’s another all questions episode! We talk about everything from the best all-wheel drive cars for winter commutes, why 4x4 trucks tow less weight than you may think, new car buying advice and we try to locate a ‘unicorn’ vehicle for $35K. ————————————————— Subscribe to Talking Cars on Apple Podcasts! Video version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-hq/id630839767?mt=2 Audio version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-mp3/id630831189?mt=2 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 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   SHOW NOTES ----------------------------------- 1:00 - Question #1: When’s the best time of day to check your car’s oil level? 2:35 - Question #2: Why aren’t all-weather tires more popular? 6:07 - Question #3: Unicorn vehicle for under $35,000? 8:06 - Question #4: What speed does low speed AEB become high speed AEB? 10:31 - Question #5: What does an N/A reliability verdict mean in CR ratings? 12:59 - Question #6: At what point is it better to buy a new truck over a used truck? 15:02 - Question #7: Would you recommend buying a used Lexus ES300h with 100K miles? 16:20 - Question #8: What’s the best AWD system for climbing hills in the snow? 19:32 - Question #9: What causes a puff of white exhaust smoke during hard acceleration? 20:50 - Question #10: Why do rear wheel drive vehicles handle better than AWD vehicles? 24:26 - Question #11: Why do 4x4 pickups usually have a lower tow rating than rear wheel drive trucks? 26:12 - Question #12: Should I change my oil every year even if I only drive 1500 miles? 27:38 - Question #13: How does wheel size affect ride an handging? 30:08 - Question #14: Do high RPMs damage a transmission during engine braking? 31:47 - Question #15: Is there a solution for shorter drivers that have trouble with uncomfortable headrests? LINKS ----------------------------------- Don’t Bother Following These Car Maintenance Myths: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4iHppmhzJdc New All-Weather Tires Outperform Some Snow Tires: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JfEcVZvQEA Do You Really Need All-Wheel Drive?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXjzYbpt9Ow Standard Safety Gear Makes Early Debut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYPMhEqlMBI Lowest-Rated Cars of 2019: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-CjftuQkE4 2018 Ford F-150 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGEmjjPCCeQ 2017 Honda Ridgeline Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJJeNbqaQAM AWD Showdown: Subaru Forester vs. Honda CR-V vs. Toyota RAV4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-TQdIqFvZo 2015 Subaru WRX Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hksUMXuW3VM 2019 Subaru Forster Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dymKOcVk7Iw 2016 Mazda CX-5 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hlnxhx4MpCU 2019 Toyota RAV4 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSAuvdH_oGQ 2017 Volkswagen Alltrack Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFwfm63Ts1k 2014 Porsche 911 Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Cj6c-YVos0 2015 Porsche Macan Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7xjRYBc8co

This week, we dedicate the entire episode to answering your questions! We tackle everything from car buying advice for new parents, whether or not 'no haggle' policies help consumers when negotiating prices, the evolution of the Honda Ridgeline and the pros and cons of buying a new or used Tesla.  ----------------------------------- Subscribe to Talking Cars on Apple Podcasts! Video version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-hq/id630839767?mt=2 Audio version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-mp3/id630831189?mt=2 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 ----------------------------------- 1:08 Video Question #1 - How and why do CR Reliability Ratings change? 3:49 Video Question #2 - Do new cars come with faulty batteries? 7:02 Video Question #3 - How do you get a prorated tread wear warranty? 10:18 Question #4 - New family car recommendations? 13:15 Question #5 - How do heavily tinted windows affect visibility at night? 14:40 Question #6 - Are 'no haggle' policies helpful to consumers? 16:46 Question #7 - What's a better buy, a new Tesla Model 3 or a used Model S? 18:00 Question #8 - Is the Subaru WRX a good choice for a fun car in Chicago? 20:00 Question #9 - Am I supposed to like the new Honda Ridgeline body style? 21:45 Question #10 - How important are break-in periods on new cars? 23:07 Question #11 - What's the deal with 3-spoke steering wheels? 24:19 Question #12 - Does CR like when cars have a heads up display? 26:11 Question #13 - Looking for a manual hatchback or wagon for $12K 27:34 Question #14 - Why has the Toyota Tacoma become unreliable? VIDEO LINKS ----------------------------------- 2015 Ford Mustang Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKpFSLHLmdM 2016 Honda Civic Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1hAWTiNz8M New All-Weather Tires Outperform Some Snow Tires: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JfEcVZvQEA 2017 Volkswagen Alltrack Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFwfm63Ts1k 2018 Buick Regal Sportback Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2K7SsXtZs98 2018 Buick Regal TourX Preview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6Pni8Mo4dk 2017 Mazda CX-5 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmTVgcuD2V4 2015 Honda Fit Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJwKgKunkAQ 2013 Ford Fusion First Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlfE7BNeA4s 2018 Tesla Model 3 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0VlwLRJFAo 2016 Tesla Model S Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9cT_mIff-Q Toyota Prius Gets Record-Setting 52 MPG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ii9oBcRCoLU 2015 Subaru WRX Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hksUMXuW3VM 2014 Mini Cooper Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMrZHnLKoGI 2017 Honda Ridgeline Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJJeNbqaQAM 2014 Mazda3 First Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAqcc5ykuKY 2016 Toyota Tacoma Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vHnpNycnJ1s  

This week, we dedicate the entire episode to answering your questions! We tackle everything from car buying advice for new parents, whether or not 'no haggle' policies help consumers when negotiating prices, the evolution of the Honda Ridgeline and the pros and cons of buying a new or used Tesla.  ----------------------------------- Subscribe to Talking Cars on Apple Podcasts! Video version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-hq/id630839767?mt=2 Audio version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-mp3/id630831189?mt=2 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 ----------------------------------- 1:08 Video Question #1 - How and why do CR Reliability Ratings change? 3:49 Video Question #2 - Do new cars come with faulty batteries? 7:02 Video Question #3 - How do you get a prorated tread wear warranty? 10:18 Question #4 - New family car recommendations? 13:15 Question #5 - How do heavily tinted windows affect visibility at night? 14:40 Question #6 - Are 'no haggle' policies helpful to consumers? 16:46 Question #7 - What's a better buy, a new Tesla Model 3 or a used Model S? 18:00 Question #8 - Is the Subaru WRX a good choice for a fun car in Chicago? 20:00 Question #9 - Am I supposed to like the new Honda Ridgeline body style? 21:45 Question #10 - How important are break-in periods on new cars? 23:07 Question #11 - What's the deal with 3-spoke steering wheels? 24:19 Question #12 - Does CR like when cars have a heads up display? 26:11 Question #13 - Looking for a manual hatchback or wagon for $12K 27:34 Question #14 - Why has the Toyota Tacoma become unreliable? VIDEO LINKS ----------------------------------- 2015 Ford Mustang Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKpFSLHLmdM 2016 Honda Civic Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1hAWTiNz8M New All-Weather Tires Outperform Some Snow Tires: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JfEcVZvQEA 2017 Volkswagen Alltrack Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFwfm63Ts1k 2018 Buick Regal Sportback Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2K7SsXtZs98 2018 Buick Regal TourX Preview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6Pni8Mo4dk 2017 Mazda CX-5 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmTVgcuD2V4 2015 Honda Fit Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJwKgKunkAQ 2013 Ford Fusion First Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlfE7BNeA4s 2018 Tesla Model 3 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0VlwLRJFAo 2016 Tesla Model S Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9cT_mIff-Q Toyota Prius Gets Record-Setting 52 MPG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ii9oBcRCoLU 2015 Subaru WRX Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hksUMXuW3VM 2014 Mini Cooper Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMrZHnLKoGI 2017 Honda Ridgeline Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJJeNbqaQAM 2014 Mazda3 First Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAqcc5ykuKY 2016 Toyota Tacoma Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vHnpNycnJ1s