Talking Cars (Video)

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#132: The Parka Podcast Jan 04, 2018

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Bundle up for this week's episode as we share expert advice on how to get the most out of your car in frigid temps. Two new giant SUVs make their debut at our test track and we answer viewer questions about all-weather tires and cruise control.

#131: The Cars Our Engineers Loved and Hated in 2017 Dec 28, 2017

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It's our end of the year wrap up, and we discuss our most (and least) favorite cars that we tested this year at our track. We also talk about what we're most looking forward to from the auto industry in 2018.

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1:01 - Mike Quincy's favorite car of 2017

3:07 - Gabe's favorite car of 2017

4:35 - Jake's favorite car of 2017

6:12 - Jen's favorite car of 2017

7:57 - Jake's least favorite car of 2017

9:55 - Gabe's least favorite car of 2017

12:00 - Mike Quincy's least favorite car of 2017

13:53 - Jen's least favorite car of 2017

15:50 - What we're looking forward to in 2018

#130: Owner Satisfaction Results and Affordable Luxury Cars Dec 21, 2017

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This week we cover Toyota's announcement on EV's and a new Mercedes bound for the States. Owner Satisfaction results are in, and we talk about the brands and models that left drivers wanting more. Plus, viewer questions about our test fleet and more on electronic parking brakes.

#129: Kia's Shot in the Arm, New IIHS Crash Tests and an E-Brake Experiment Dec 14, 2017

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This week two all-new cars stop by Consumer Reports' test track, the Kia Stinger and Hyundai Kona. We also talk about what it takes for your car to be a Top Safety Pick from the IIHS and why some brand new vehicles may no longer hold the ranking. Plus, we answer viewer questions on older vehicles and what happens when you pull an electronic parking brake at 40 mph.

#128: Lamborghini's SUV, GM's Marketplace, and the Kia Rio Dec 07, 2017

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This week we look at in-car convenience with the new GM Marketplace, give our take on Lamborghini's super SUV and find out why no one wants to drive our 2018 Kia Rio. We also talk about our GMC Terrain and the tough competition it faces among small SUVs and the new Buick Enclave that's been added to our test fleet. Plus, we answer a viewer question about engine trouble with the Mazda CX-9 and invite you to be a part of the show!

#127: 2017 LA Auto Show Dec 01, 2017

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Our experts are on the West Coast for the 2017 LA Auto Show, and give their first impressions on the 3-row Subaru Ascent and Lexus RX 350L, subcompact Hyundai Kona and Nissan Kicks, as well as the redesigned Jeep Wrangler and Infiniti QX50.

#126: Looking Ahead to an Autonomous Future Nov 17, 2017

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The world seems to be speeding toward a future of autonomous vehicles. But will the reality match the visions of the automakers and innovators? In this Talking Cars special, we assembled an expert panel at our annual meeting at the CR Auto Test Center to discuss the prospect of autonomous driving.

#125: 2018 Reliability Survey Results Oct 19, 2017

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Which cars are the most reliable? And which brands have the best track record for quality? We go deep into our 2018 reliability survey to discuss who's up, who's down, and a few surprises from the over 640,000 vehicles included in our data.

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:50 - How we gather our reliability data

2:50 - current reliability trends

7:14 - 2018 reliability survey highlights

15:35 - Tesla Model 3 reliability announcement

Video submission link: CR.org/TalkingCars

#124: 2018 Honda Accord & Tips for Dealing with Dealers Oct 05, 2017

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We got our hands on the all-new 2018 Honda Accord, and give our first impressions on its driving dynamics, updated infotainment system, and styling. Did you know October is a great time to find a deal on cars and trucks? We tell you why, and show you some of the big bargains out there. Finally, buying a car from a dealer can be a high pressure experience, so we share some of our tips for buying a car without all the hassle.

#123: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Child Seats (But Were Afraid To Ask) Sep 21, 2017

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Too many people still use car seats incorrectly. That's why we're talking car seats with our two experts on the subject on this edition of the podcast. You'll learn some key facts that could help you, or let you help someone you know with children.

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