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Lucid Gravity Review, Chinese Carmaker Builds in Spain, Chicago Drive-In Magic

Episode 337

Jill and Tom open the show by wishing Chicago radio friend and legend Steve King a happy birthday. Steve shares his birthday with none other than Mic…

8 hours ago

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Mazda CX-5, Mitsubishi American Renaissance, Carbon Monoxide Deaths

Jill and Tom open the show reviewing news from the city of Toledo where three members of a family perished in a crossover last week as a result of ca…

1 week ago

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200 MPH Corvette, VW is Hurting, Where the EV Market is Going

Episode 335

In place of the traveling Jill, Tom is joined this week by Brendan Appel of the Sons of Speed. Tom and Brendan open the show discussing updates to th…

2 weeks ago

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Stick-Shift Ferrari, Lexus IS Review, Renegotiating the USMCA

Episode 334

Jill and Tom open the show by acknowledging that the Subaru Outback, now less wagonlike, is reportedly selling well, despite the break with its desig…

3 weeks ago

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Goodbye Polestar, Used EV News, 2027 Kia Telluride

Episode 333

Jill and Tom open the show by discussing the shocking news that the Polestar brand will be leaving the U.S. at the end of this model. Tom questions w…

4 weeks ago

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Subaru Uncharted, Jeep Cherokee Deep Dive, New Silverado

Episode 332

Jill and Tom open a content-packed episode by welcoming the BMW M5 Touring to Tom's driveway. Expect to hear much more about this practical super-car…

1 month ago

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Massive Jeep Recall, Mercedes Plug-in Wagon, Why U.S. Car Sales Remain Robust

Episode 331

Jill and Tom open the show sharing news of a massive Jeep recall. Jeep has issued a "park-outside" warning for owners of many late-model Jeep Wrangle…

1 month, 1 week ago

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Compact Crossover Comparo, Scout Deep Dive, Discontinued Car Quiz

Episode 330

This week Tom opens the show clarifying the difference between mild-hybrid and full-hybrid applications. Tom notes that mild hybrid drivetrains are f…

1 month, 2 weeks ago

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New Lexus ES, Airbag Thefts on the Rise, Best Adventure Vehicles

Episode 329

Tom opens the show by acknowledging the passing of jazz saxophone legend Sonny Rollins. Sonny was the last living performer to have appeared in the 1…

1 month, 3 weeks ago

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2026 Consumer Guide Best Buys

Episode 328

This week's episode is dedicated to the 2026 Consumer Guide Best Buy picks. In total, 32 vehicles in 13 individual categories are covered. You can ch…

2 months ago

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