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Winter brings shorter days and more people driving in the dark. On this episode, we discuss headlight effectiveness and how to keep them clean. The 2019 Audi A8 L joins our test fleet and we give our first impressions. Plus, we answer your questions about the best EV charging network, replacing the discontinued Chevy Volt and cars suited for commuting in Maine winters. ————————————————— 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 ----------------------------------- 00:28 - Cleaning Cloudy Headlights 04:33 - 2019 Audi A8 L First Impressions 10:34 - If I Had $100K to spend on a car 14:09 - Question #1: Suitable Replacement for Chevrolet Volt? 18:14 - Question #2: What Is The Best Car Charging Network? 22:49 - Question #3: Is There Anything Better Than The Subaru Outback? LINKS ----------------------------------- Old Headlights Can Be Dangerously Dim, Study Finds: https://www.consumerreports.org/car-repair-maintenance/old-headlights-can-be-dangerously-dim/ Headlight Restoration Kits: https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/headlight-restoration-kits/buying-guide/index.htm 2017 LA Auto Show: 2019 Audi A8: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iX7OpaYHmQI 4K Review: 2018 Lexus LS Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOALhUeztwQ Audi A8 Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6WQBF-WLHw 2016 BMW 7 Series Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyL8s6BosIc 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ojfBQEZ8jo 2016 Chevrolet Volt Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3sa7OT3PhU 2017 Chevrolet Bolt Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIYG0NR42LU 2017 Toyota Prius Prime Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQt6L1celr4 2017 Volkswagen Alltrack Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFwfm63Ts1k Face-Off: Subaru Outback vs. Volkswagen Alltrack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ylXqZce8XQ 2015 Subaru Outback and Legacy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omeYWjqBJRQ
Winter brings shorter days and more people driving in the dark. On this episode, we discuss headlight effectiveness and how to keep them clean. The 2019 Audi A8 L joins our test fleet and we give our first impressions. Plus, we answer your questions about the best EV charging network, replacing the discontinued Chevy Volt and cars suited for commuting in Maine winters. ————————————————— 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 ----------------------------------- 00:28 - Cleaning Cloudy Headlights 04:33 - 2019 Audi A8 L First Impressions 10:34 - If I Had $100K to spend on a car 14:09 - Question #1: Suitable Replacement for Chevrolet Volt? 18:14 - Question #2: What Is The Best Car Charging Network? 22:49 - Question #3: Is There Anything Better Than The Subaru Outback? LINKS ----------------------------------- Old Headlights Can Be Dangerously Dim, Study Finds: https://www.consumerreports.org/car-repair-maintenance/old-headlights-can-be-dangerously-dim/ Headlight Restoration Kits: https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/headlight-restoration-kits/buying-guide/index.htm 2017 LA Auto Show: 2019 Audi A8: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iX7OpaYHmQI 4K Review: 2018 Lexus LS Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOALhUeztwQ Audi A8 Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6WQBF-WLHw 2016 BMW 7 Series Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyL8s6BosIc 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ojfBQEZ8jo 2016 Chevrolet Volt Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3sa7OT3PhU 2017 Chevrolet Bolt Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIYG0NR42LU 2017 Toyota Prius Prime Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQt6L1celr4 2017 Volkswagen Alltrack Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFwfm63Ts1k Face-Off: Subaru Outback vs. Volkswagen Alltrack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ylXqZce8XQ 2015 Subaru Outback and Legacy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omeYWjqBJRQ
We explain why General Motor's Super Cruise, Tesla's Autopilot, Nissan's ProPILOT Assist, and Volvo's Pilot Assist are not self-driving systems, but how each can be used safely, and which ones Consumer Reports finds perform best. We also answer questions about transmissions system additives, and whether the Subaru Forester is the best choice for people with an active lifestyle. ------------------------------- 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 ----------------------------------- 01:37 Automated Driving System Rankings 14:11 Question 1: Benefits of Self-Driving Systems 16:20 Question 2: How to save a transmission 17:58 Question 3: Weekend Trips Car 20:07 Question 4: Replacing 2015 Toyota Camry ----------------------------------- Cadillac Tops Tesla in Consumer Reports' First Ranking of Automated Driving Systems https://www.consumerreports.org/autonomous-driving/cadillac-tops-tesla-in-automated-systems-ranking/ 2019 Subaru Forester Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dymKOcVk7Iw 2017 Volkswagen Alltrack Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFwfm63Ts1k Face-Off: Subaru Outback vs. Volkswagen Alltrack https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ylXqZce8XQ 2017 Honda CR-V Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwN2Tl1A5Z4 2017 Mazda CX-5 Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmTVgcuD2V4 2016 Toyota RAV4 Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEnMo_G7eM8 2018 Honda Accord Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRFEpKCeM9w 2018 Toyota Camry Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpOUrt8sLGE ----------------------------------- 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
We explain why General Motor's Super Cruise, Tesla's Autopilot, Nissan's ProPILOT Assist, and Volvo's Pilot Assist are not self-driving systems, but how each can be used safely, and which ones Consumer Reports finds perform best. We also answer questions about transmissions system additives, and whether the Subaru Forester is the best choice for people with an active lifestyle. --------------------------------------------- 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 ----------------------------------- 01:37 Automated Driving System Rankings 14:11 Question 1: Benefits of Self-Driving Systems 16:20 Question 2: How to save a transmission 17:58 Question 3: Weekend Trips Car 20:07 Question 4: Replacing 2015 Toyota Camry ----------------------------------- Cadillac Tops Tesla in Consumer Reports' First Ranking of Automated Driving Systems https://www.consumerreports.org/autonomous-driving/cadillac-tops-tesla-in-automated-systems-ranking/ 2019 Subaru Forester Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dymKOcVk7Iw 2017 Volkswagen Alltrack Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFwfm63Ts1k Face-Off: Subaru Outback vs. Volkswagen Alltrack https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ylXqZce8XQ 2017 Honda CR-V Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwN2Tl1A5Z4 2017 Mazda CX-5 Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmTVgcuD2V4 2016 Toyota RAV4 Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEnMo_G7eM8 2018 Honda Accord Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRFEpKCeM9w 2018 Toyota Camry Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpOUrt8sLGE ----------------------------------- 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
With Hurricane Florence affecting much of the Carolinas and mid-Atlantic region of the US, we discuss how to prepare your vehicle for a natural disaster. We also give our first impressions of the 2019 Lexus UX, and how it stacks up against stiff competition in the compact luxury SUV segment. We also answer questions from our audience about the proper way to break-in your vehicle, whether you can use regular gas in your 'premium recommended' car, and advise a young driver about their first automotive purchase. ---------------------------------------- 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 ----------------------------------- 00:05 How to Prepare Your Car in a Hurricane 06:20 2019 Lexus UX 11:36 Question 1: Break-in Period for a New Car 14:15 Question 2: Required vs. Recommended Fuel Grade 16:30 Question 3: First Automotive Purchase Advice for Teens 20:37 Question 4: All-new Model vs. Redesign Year, When to Buy ----------------------------------- 2019 Lexus UX Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0eKMW9wvKA Storm & Emergency Preparedness https://www.consumerreports.org/emergency-preparedness/storm-and-emergency-guide/ How to Prepare Your Home for a Storm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYJnWkQ4aC0 Flooded Cars: How to Spot One Before You Buy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LT-WtAltmK8 Disaster Prep: A Simple Way To Make Sure You Recover Your Stuff https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIw2tJ5u4Pc 5 Tips to Keep Your Portable Generator Ready https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYYXFDZtiNU Lost Power? What You Should Do https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8L-jnqKFPZc Home generator advice https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBoaoApId5c 4K Review: 2018 Volkswagen Atlas Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYG_5qJZXqw 2017 Volkswagen Alltrack Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFwfm63Ts1k 2015 Subaru Outback and Legacy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omeYWjqBJRQ Face-Off: Subaru Outback vs. Volkswagen Alltrack https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ylXqZce8XQ ----------------------------------- 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
With Hurricane Florence affecting much of the Carolinas and mid-Atlantic region of the US, we discuss how to prepare your vehicle for a natural disaster. We also give our first impressions of the 2019 Lexus UX, and how it stacks up against stiff competition in the compact luxury SUV segment. We also answer questions from our audience about the proper way to break-in your vehicle, whether you can use regular gas in your 'premium recommended' car, and advise a young driver about their first automotive purchase. ------------------------------------------ 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 ----------------------------------- 00:05 How to Prepare Your Car in a Hurricane 06:20 2019 Lexus UX 11:36 Question 1: Break-in Period for a New Car 14:15 Question 2: Required vs. Recommended Fuel Grade 16:30 Question 3: First Automotive Purchase Advice for Teens 20:37 Question 4: All-new Model vs. Redesign Year, When to Buy ----------------------------------- 2019 Lexus UX Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0eKMW9wvKA Storm & Emergency Preparedness https://www.consumerreports.org/emergency-preparedness/storm-and-emergency-guide/ How to Prepare Your Home for a Storm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYJnWkQ4aC0 Flooded Cars: How to Spot One Before You Buy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LT-WtAltmK8 Disaster Prep: A Simple Way To Make Sure You Recover Your Stuff https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIw2tJ5u4Pc 5 Tips to Keep Your Portable Generator Ready https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYYXFDZtiNU Lost Power? What You Should Do https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8L-jnqKFPZc Home generator advice https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBoaoApId5c 4K Review: 2018 Volkswagen Atlas Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYG_5qJZXqw 2017 Volkswagen Alltrack Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFwfm63Ts1k 2015 Subaru Outback and Legacy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omeYWjqBJRQ Face-Off: Subaru Outback vs. Volkswagen Alltrack https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ylXqZce8XQ ----------------------------------- 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