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This week is dedicated to your questions! We discuss if worn brake pads affect adaptive cruise control and AEB systems, how to improve your headlights, why some turn signals are red while others are yellow, plus tips on winter wheel packages.
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SHOW NOTES
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0:52 - Video Question #1: Will worn out brake pads affect adaptive cruise control or automatic emergency braking systems?
3:10 - Question #2: Are expensive replacement headlight bulbs worth the extra money?
4:52 - Question #3: Is factory rust proofing legit?
7:18 - Question #4: Would winter tires with an aftermarket wheel fit a 2019 Subaru Forester?/What's the difference between CUV and SUV tires?
9:39 - Question #5: Are there any concerns with buying an early generation EV (Nissan Leaf)?
11:29 - Question #6: Where can I find break-in information in the owner's manual for a 2019 Toyota Camry SE?
13:36 - Question #7: Is topping off my gas tank damaging my car?
16:25 - Question #8: What's a reliable, low-mileage vehicle for under $7,000 for a teen driver?
20:28 - Question #9: What's the deal with different colored turn signals?
22:24 - Question #10: What's the best set of winter tires for a 2018 Toyota Camry XLE?
23:52 - Question #11: Should I change the oil on my car at 3,000 miles vs. 6,000 miles if I drive in 'severe conditions'?
24:32 - Question #12: Are SUVs better than sedans in handling mildly flooded roads?
26:30 - Question #13: Which used Toyota Prius offers standard safety equipment?
28:16 - Question #14: What's a fun replacement for for an aging Mustang GT?
LINKS
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2014 Mazda3 First Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAqcc5ykuKY
2019 Mazda3 First Impressions; Talking Cars #197: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JW5g6h2EGuY
2017 Hyundai Elantra Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1hxLaQO1Gg
Headlight Testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOr0gqWYIu8
2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTm6ObWKOdY
2019 Subaru Forester Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dymKOcVk7Iw
Prep Your Car for Winter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3rczMZsN0g
2018 Nissan Leaf Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PBAB7sZj0Fo
Nissan Leaf Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E70dfFK0HPI
2018 Toyota Camry Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpOUrt8sLGE
2018 Mazda6 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dANxqmrKcnc
2008-2013 Nissan Rogue Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZq5OAOiJkY
2014 Hyundai Tucson Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcGGEPcNUqs
2009-2014 Honda Fit Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7W-Ba5Vm3U
CR's Tire Selector: https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/tires.htm?searchToken=tires
2016 Toyota Prius Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GwUY0-gB0Q
2012-2015 Toyota Prius Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLi8akdSzK8
2019 Hyundai Veloster Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELTR3GJmh20
2015 Volkswagen GTI First Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVL-IczHyl8
2018 Honda Accord Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRFEpKCeM9w
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