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Wheel Bearings

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Nicole, Roberto and Sam discuss the cars they are driving each week and then dive into some of the big topics of the auto industry including the technology, trends and personalities.

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Episode #53 – CES, F-150 Diesel, GM Marketplace, NACTOY

January 13, 2018 02:48 - 55.2 MB

This week Sam is just back from the giant Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. While at CES, he rode in an Aptiv autonomous vehicle and discusses that experience, along with a few other highlights. Dan haas been battle-testing a Hyundai Elantra GT during a stretch of brutal, fickle winter weather in Boston. Other topics… Read More »Episode #53 – CES, F-150 Diesel, GM Marketplace, NACTOY

Episode #052 – Winter Driving and Ziggy’s Volvo

January 06, 2018 21:06 - 48.9 MB

As the frigid temperatures continue to encase the midwest and spread to the eastern half of the US this week, Sam has been driving the new Hyundai Elantra GT Sport, his favorite variant of this compact Korean platform. Dan meanwhile has been taking to the snow-covered streets of the Boston area in the all-wheel-drive Dodge… Read More »Episode #052 – Winter Driving and Ziggy’s Volvo

Episode #051 – Small Utilities and Sedans and Passages of Time

December 30, 2017 15:41 - 65.9 MB

For the final edition of 2017, Dan drives the 2018 Hyundai Accent, Sam gets in the Mazda CX-3 and Larry Vellequette from Automotive News drops by to talk about the end of car collecting. There’s a growing backlash from people tired of drivers trying to bypass traffic jams with online navigation apps like Waze but… Read More »Episode #051 – Small Utilities and Sedans and Passages of Time

Episode #050 – Phil Berg Stops By To Talk About Garages and Cars

December 22, 2017 18:32 - 73.7 MB

  We’ve got another special guest this week as the great Phil Berg visit’s Sam’s basement to tell some stories talk about cars of the past, present and future. In the garage, Phil is driving the Chevrolet Bolt EV, Sam disses the Toyota Prius C and Dan shifts gears in the Toyota Corolla SE. In… Read More »Episode #050 – Phil Berg Stops By To Talk About Garages and Cars

Episode #049 – Talking Porsches, McLarens, Hyundais and Policy With SpaceKatGal

December 16, 2017 03:18 - 75.1 MB

  On this week’s edition of the show, Dan and Sam are joined by very special guest Brianna Wu, head of development at game studio Giant Space Kat, congressional candidate and all-around car geek! Bri tells us why she is so passionate about driving and why she chose her current ride, the Porsche Cayman. Dan… Read More »Episode #049 – Talking Porsches, McLarens, Hyundais and Policy With SpaceKatGal

Episode #048 – LA Auto Show, Driverless in San Francisco, What Is A Station Wagon

December 08, 2017 21:26 - 32 MB

After a hiatus while Sam finished off a flurry of travel, the team is back for episode 48. Sam drives the 2017 Mazda CX-5 while Dan gets the Hyundai Ioniq and Mitsubishi Outlander (is it just me or does it seem like Mitsubishi has sent its entire press fleet to New England for Dan to… Read More »Episode #048 – LA Auto Show, Driverless in San Francisco, What Is A Station Wagon

Episode #047 – Hybrids Galore, Trashing Tesla and Uber

November 23, 2017 21:50 - 34.9 MB

The guys are back with some Thanksgiving car chatter after a week of travel for Sam. It’s a full slate of hybrids in the garage. Since the last show, Sam has driven the Toyota Highlander Hybrid and the fuel-cell Toyota Mirai. Meanwhile, Dan gives his take on the Toyota Prius Prime and the new Volvo… Read More »Episode #047 – Hybrids Galore, Trashing Tesla and Uber

WB Reviews – Episode #001 – Jaguar F-Pace, Chrysler Pacifica, Nissan Armada and Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

November 12, 2017 22:13 - 14.2 MB

In the first reviews segment from Wheel Bearings, Dan and Sam discuss the Jaguar F-Pace, Chrysler Pacifica, Nissan Armada and Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Wheel Bearings has launched a Patreon. If you like the show and would like to chip in toward the cost of producing and hosting it you can join at https://www.patreon.com/wheelbearingsmedia

Episode #046 – Comparing Benzes, Driverless In The Desert, Corvette Engine Position

November 10, 2017 20:46 - 56.5 MB

This week, Dan and Sam compare notes on the two Mercedes-Benz cars they drove, the E400 coupe and 2018 S560 4Matic sedan. Sam ponders whether partially automated systems are a good idea and whether everyone should simply take the Waymo path of highly automated driving that launching without a driver this week in Arizona. With… Read More »Episode #046 – Comparing Benzes, Driverless In The Desert, Corvette Engine Position

Episode #001 – Jaguar F-Pace, Chrysler Pacifica, Nissan Armada and Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

November 09, 2017 23:47 - 14.2 MB

In the first reviews segment from Wheel Bearings, Dan and Sam discuss the Jaguar F-Pace, Chrysler Pacifica, Nissan Armada and Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Wheel Bearings has launched a Patreon. If you like the show and would like to chip in toward the cost of producing and hosting it you can join at https://www.patreon.com/wheelbearingsmedia

Episode #045 – Plugged-in Cadillac and Casey Falls In Love

November 04, 2017 20:10 - 61.7 MB

This week a special guest joins Dan and Sam. Casey Liss of the Accidental Tech Podcast and Analog(ue) stops by to share his thoughts on the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio and Volvo Sensus. Sam ponders the Cadillac CT6 Plug-in and his experience visiting Waymo’s secret test track in the California desert. Links Safety First As… Read More »Episode #045 – Plugged-in Cadillac and Casey Falls In Love

Episode #044 – Wagons Are The Correct Answer, More Grip Is Better

October 27, 2017 20:46 - 53.4 MB

This week Sam praises Volvo for continuing to build great wagons, Dan plays with a fast BMW and the guys discuss acquisitions, working overtime and more. Links Delphi buys nuTonomy Ford adds grip to the 2018 Mustang GT Wheel Bearings has launched a Patreon. If you like the show and would like to chip in… Read More »Episode #044 – Wagons Are The Correct Answer, More Grip Is Better

Episode #043 -Form Way Behind Function, Cheap New or Better Used?

October 20, 2017 19:25 - 62.8 MB

This week, Sam talks about driving the Prius Prime which if you can get past the design is a really good and fuel efficient car. Dan ponders Mitsubishi Mirage GT and whether it’s really worth buying a new car when you can something slightly used that’s way better and then transitions to the Volkswagen Golf… Read More »Episode #043 -Form Way Behind Function, Cheap New or Better Used?

Episode #042 – Maxi Mini, Family Haulin’, Car Subscriptions & Autonomous Safety

October 14, 2017 15:45 - 61.9 MB

This week, Dan hauls his family around in the Hyundai Santa Fe and Sam ponders how big a Mini can be and still be a Mini. If you have a hard time committing to just one car, subscription services like Passport by Porsche may be the answer for you. Mislabeling of metals is not a… Read More »Episode #042 – Maxi Mini, Family Haulin’, Car Subscriptions & Autonomous Safety

Episode #041 – SuperCruising Across America, EVs Coming Up Everywhere

October 04, 2017 20:53 - 74.4 MB

We’re back with a regular episode with Sam driving the Acura TLX A-Spec and Dan expounding upon the Subaru Crosstrek Premium. Last week Sam spent a couple of days crossing the heartland in a Cadillac CT6 with his hands mostly off the steering wheel. Along the way, it seems like everyone from vacuum cleaner maven… Read More »Episode #041 – SuperCruising Across America, EVs Coming Up Everywhere

Special Episode – Zooming Toward An Electric Car Future

October 04, 2017 18:45 - 21.4 MB

Following the big electrification announcements from General Motors and Ford this week, Sam was invited to join host Tom Ashbrook along with Forbes Detroit Bureau Chief Joann Muller, Michael Dunne of Dunne Automotive and Pam Fletcher, executive chief engineer for Global Electric and Autonomous Vehicles at General Motors to discuss the EV future during NPR’s On Point.  http://www.wbur.org/onpoint/2017/10/04/electric-car-ford-gm… Read More »Special Episode – Zooming Toward An Electric Car Future

Episode #040 – The ADAS and Autonomous Landscape

October 03, 2017 00:07 - 12 MB

Between Sam travelling last week and Dan’s family stuff, we weren’t able to get it together for a fresh regular episode of the show. We promise to get back to regular programming in the next couple of days. However, in the meantime, here’s a special episode. As part of Sam’s gig as a senior analyst… Read More »Episode #040 – The ADAS and Autonomous Landscape

Episode #039 – The Off-Road Ford GT, New Jaguars, Stupid Tech

September 22, 2017 20:29 - 61.8 MB

This week Dan and Sam have both recently driven the off-road specialist from Ford Performance, the F-150 Raptor. It’s got visual presence and a great engine, but would your humble hosts actually want to own one? Sam has also driven the Hyundai Elantra Sport, but unlike the manual transmission version Dan drove a few weeks… Read More »Episode #039 – The Off-Road Ford GT, New Jaguars, Stupid Tech

Episode #038 – Grand Touring, Fun Hybrids, Frankfurt and Mazda Cleverness

September 15, 2017 20:25 - 70.4 MB

The guys return after a week away with Dan getting his turn at the Kia Niro while Sam tours in the Lexus LC500. We review the highlights of  the Frankfurt Motor Show plus the hideous BMW X7, discuss what the NTSB had to say about a fatal Tesla crash, ponder stolen VW diesels and marvel… Read More »Episode #038 – Grand Touring, Fun Hybrids, Frankfurt and Mazda Cleverness

Episode #037 – Hot Hondas, Acuras, Hyundais, Pizzas and A Not-so Hot Mitsubishi

September 01, 2017 13:43 - 226 MB

This week we talk about lots of the vehicles we’ve recently driven. Sam samples a pair of very different Acura hybrids with some shared hardware. He then heads to the track to play with the hottest Civic ever the Type-R and talks with product planner Rob Keogh. Dan gets in the decidedly mediocre Mitsubishi Outlander… Read More »Episode #037 – Hot Hondas, Acuras, Hyundais, Pizzas and A Not-so Hot Mitsubishi

Episode #036 – Rome Isn’t Burning, Why Skip The VCs? & Diesel Crossovers

August 24, 2017 16:07 - 182 Bytes

The guys are back with a regular episode wherein we drive sibling vehicles from Korea, the Hyundai Elantra Sport and Kia Niro FE. Sam was wiped out last week after a whirlwind trip to San Francisco for the City of Tomorrow symposium hosted by Ford. While there he got the chance to talk with Bryan… Read More »Episode #036 – Rome Isn’t Burning, Why Skip The VCs? & Diesel Crossovers

Special Episode: NEMPA MIT Technology Conference – “Stronger, Lighter, Faster”

August 18, 2017 21:36 - 126 MB

  Sam is recovering from a redeye flight, but we’ll be recording the next episode soon. In the meantime, we’re sharing recordings made during the New England Motor Press Association MIT Technology Conference. Held annually at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, this year’s theme was Lighter, Stronger, Faster. A panel discussion was introduced by Bryan… Read More »Special Episode: NEMPA MIT Technology Conference – “Stronger, Lighter, Faster”

Episode #035 – Dull Edge, Travis Gets Sued, Mazda Innovates

August 11, 2017 19:02 - 182 Bytes

This week, Sam is again driving a Mazda Miata with brilliant steering while Dan fights the steering in the Ford Edge Sport. Another Hespen Rally is in the books and Sam goes off on a tangent about what happens to engineering development vehicles. Mazda announces the first production HCCI engine for 2019 and one of… Read More »Episode #035 – Dull Edge, Travis Gets Sued, Mazda Innovates

Episode #034 – AMG Roadtripping, More Miata Love and EV Frustration

August 06, 2017 15:17 - 182 Bytes

  This week Dan takes his turn in the Mazda Miata RF while Sam does a road trip to the Center for Automotive Research Management Briefing Seminars in the Mercedes-AMG E43. While at MBS Sam talked with Nvidia’s director of automotive, Danny Shapiro, heard Mazda SVP Robert Davis extol the virtues of internal combustion and… Read More »Episode #034 – AMG Roadtripping, More Miata Love and EV Frustration

Episode #033 – Faster, Slower, Fix It Now or Fix It Later

July 28, 2017 13:53 - 118 MB

This week Sam is in the slightly quicker Civic, the Si sedan, Dan stays on-road in the off-road Jeep Compass and the guys delve into fixing diesel Volkswagens, regulations for automated driving and whether anyone will ever make any money on self-driving software. Also, Waze comes to Android Auto, the end of big cars and… Read More »Episode #033 – Faster, Slower, Fix It Now or Fix It Later

Episode #32 – Convertibles, Hybrids, Not Self-Driving and Comcast Hate

July 21, 2017 20:41 - 131 MB

This week Sam has driven Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid and compares the latest Mazda Miata to the original. Dan spends the week with a very different kind of convertible, the Mustang GT. When the new Nissan Leaf arrives this fall, it will have e-pedal for strong regenerative braking and ProPilot Assist which is automated but not… Read More »Episode #32 – Convertibles, Hybrids, Not Self-Driving and Comcast Hate

Episode #31 – Absolutely Mainstream to Utterly Extreme

July 15, 2017 21:18 - 91.7 MB

  This week Sam and Dan discuss the merits of the Subaru Impreza vs the Mistubishi Outlander Sport, the Merccedes-AMG GLA45, the all-new 2018 Honda Accord, the Aston Martin Valkyrie and a preview of the 2017 Concours de’Elegance of America.  Don’t forget to join the Hespen Rally if you are in Michigan on August 6,… Read More »Episode #31 – Absolutely Mainstream to Utterly Extreme

Episode #30 – Crashing and Electrifying

July 07, 2017 18:14 - 111 MB

As we head into the second half of 2017, Dan and Sam have a bunch of stuff to discuss including spending time with the Chevrolet Bolt and the air conditioning capacity of the Mazda CX-9. In the news topics, Tesla responds badly to IIHS crash test results, Volvo adds electrons to its full lineup and… Read More »Episode #30 – Crashing and Electrifying

Episode #29 – Big Sedans, Servicing Autonomous Vehicles, Racing Old Cars

June 30, 2017 17:57 - 108 MB

This week Sam drives a couple of big American sedans, the Buick LaCrosse and Lincoln Continental and Dan samples the Mazda CX-9. This devolves into a chat about Chris Lattner and working with/for Elon Musk and using rental car companies to service fleets of autonomous vehicles. Then Sam goes all analog with a visit to… Read More »Episode #29 – Big Sedans, Servicing Autonomous Vehicles, Racing Old Cars

Episode #28 – Luxury Econocars, Big Trucks and Malaise vs Autonomy

June 23, 2017 14:34 - 108 MB

This week Dan and Sam return to the Ford F-250 Super Duty which Dan is now driving and compare it to the Chevy Silverado 2500. They also talk about BMW’s $100,000 economy car, the 740e plug-in hybrid. Topics include the departure of Travis Kalanick from Uber, the 2017 edition of J.D. Power’s Initial Quality Study… Read More »Episode #28 – Luxury Econocars, Big Trucks and Malaise vs Autonomy

Episode #27 – Jags That Burn Oil On Purpose, Cars That Are Too Good and Some That Aren’t

June 15, 2017 22:22 - 131 MB

This week we talk about a diesel powered Jaguar XF, a BMW 5 Series that so good it’s boring, the big shuffle at Uber, whether car makers will be the tier 1 suppliers to the tech industry for automated driving and answer a whole bunch of listener questions including some background on Sam’s engineering career.… Read More »Episode #27 – Jags That Burn Oil On Purpose, Cars That Are Too Good and Some That Aren’t

Episode #26 – Smokeless Launches and Exhausted Patents

June 09, 2017 20:41 - 110 MB

This week, Dan and Sam talk about driving the BMW 530i, Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit, Ford Escape Platinum and Acura NSX. Then they dive into how a printer patent case might impact the future of automated driving, the Acura NSX racing program and insuring Teslas. Guest: Art St. Cyr, President Honda Performance Development Links: SCOTUS… Read More »Episode #26 – Smokeless Launches and Exhausted Patents

Episode #25 – Aging Trucks, New Crossovers, Vintage Convertibles and Cheap EVs

June 01, 2017 01:48 - 110 MB

This week Dan and Sam discuss lots of listener comments and questions throughout the show. Dan has spent the week with the Toyota Tundra and advises a listener to look elsewhere for their hauling needs. Sam has the new Chevrolet Equinox and also discusses his new acquisition, a 1990 Mazda Miata. In the ongoing Uber… Read More »Episode #25 – Aging Trucks, New Crossovers, Vintage Convertibles and Cheap EVs

Episode #24 – Hauling, Firing, Hiring, Renting and Banning

May 24, 2017 02:27 - 147 MB

This week Dan and Sam discuss driving the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio, hauling decking materials with the new aluminum bodied Ford F250 Super Duty and hauling ass in the Shelby GT350. In the news since the last episode, Lyft will be testing Waymo’s minivans in addition to Chevy Bolts, Theresa May wants to ban internal… Read More »Episode #24 – Hauling, Firing, Hiring, Renting and Banning

Episode #23 – The Anti-Demon, Midsize Pickups, VW Ads & Ditching The Past

May 10, 2017 19:42 - 131 MB

On this week’s edition, Dan and Sam discuss whether Fiat might have a better Miata than Mazda with the 124 Spider and whether midsized pickups like the GMC Canyon Denali might be too compromised to be truly useful. Volkswagen has some interesting new ads aimed at attracting buyers to the new Atlas SUV and the… Read More »Episode #23 – The Anti-Demon, Midsize Pickups, VW Ads & Ditching The Past

Episode #22 – Jeep and Ram spinoff, Apple still into cars, Autonomy and Law Enforcement

April 28, 2017 20:50 - 155 MB

Dan and Sam talk plug-in hybrid minivans, gas-guzzling muscle sedans, autonomy and mobility marketing

Episode #21 – Lincolns, Lambos, Buicks and Cadillacs in Manhattan

April 21, 2017 13:16 - 182 Bytes

We wrap up highlights from the 2017 New York Auto Show including an all-new Lincoln Navigator, Buick Enclave, SuperCruising Cadillacs and aero-vectoring Lamborghini Huracans. We also discuss a Tesla AutoPilot lawsuit and modern turbocharged engines.  In the time gap since we last recorded, Dan has driven the Genesis G90 and Lexus RX450h while Sam has… Read More »Episode #21 – Lincolns, Lambos, Buicks and Cadillacs in Manhattan

Episode #20 – Stump Pulling Trucks, Sport Sedans, Hatchbacks and Crossover Wagons

April 13, 2017 17:57 - 111 MB

In episode 20, Dan ponders what to tow with the massive 910 lb-ft of torque available from the redesigned 6.6-liter Duramax diesel in the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500 while Sam swaps the BMW 530i for a 330i. Buick has shifted gears with the new 2018 Regal, ditching the trunk in favor of a five-door… Read More »Episode #20 – Stump Pulling Trucks, Sport Sedans, Hatchbacks and Crossover Wagons

Episode #19 – The Race For Autonomy, New Tech For Old Cars And Flat Tires

April 05, 2017 02:15 - 117 MB

This week Dan and Sam drive the 2017 Toyota Sienna AWD and BMW 530i and talk about what happens when a run-flat tire loses pressure. Then we talk about Tesla’s market value and why it ranked so low in the new Navigant Research Automated Driving Leaderboard Report. It’s going to take decades before the newest… Read More »Episode #19 – The Race For Autonomy, New Tech For Old Cars And Flat Tires

Episode #18 – Hacking Tractors, Piech Sells Out, Formula E Expands, Autonomous Tricks

March 24, 2017 21:06 - 126 MB

Farmers in the heartland are turning to cracked software from Eastern Europe for their tractors, there’s a new crop of manufacturers participating in Formula E, the Piech drama continues at Volkswagen and Porsche, and it’s surprisingly easy to trap an autonomous car. Plus Ford Focus RS, Ram 2500 Power Wagon, and Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk.  … Read More »Episode #18 – Hacking Tractors, Piech Sells Out, Formula E Expands, Autonomous Tricks

Episode #17 – Intel buys Mobileye, Geneva recap, EPA rollback, proposed federal budget

March 17, 2017 06:12 - 132 MB

Could Intel’s purchase of Mobileye be the key to its survival? We discuss, before recapping the introductions at the Geneva Motor Show and discussing the possible affects of proposed federal moves including a roll-back of EPA fuel economy standards and why cutting the Coast Guard budget is worse for drivers than you may think. Links:… Read More »Episode #17 – Intel buys Mobileye, Geneva recap, EPA rollback, proposed federal budget

Episode 016 – Ford/Argo AI, Automakers winning autonomy, more energy crisis musings

March 03, 2017 15:30 - 118 MB

Ford will pump $1 Billion into autonomous startup Argo AI over the next 5 years. We talk about what they’ll get for their money, and explain the strategy behind the move. We also weigh in on John McElroy’s recent Autoblog editorial handing the autonomy win to established automakers. Sam caught up with Robert Davis, SVP… Read More »Episode 016 – Ford/Argo AI, Automakers winning autonomy, more energy crisis musings

Episode #15 – Waymo Will See Uber In Court, Opels and Fried Chicken and Making HD Maps

February 24, 2017 21:04 - 127 MB

  This week we take a second look at the Honda Civic Sport Hatchback after Dan’s had a chance to drive it and Sam takes the less ostentatious version of the Lexus ES300h that Dan had last week with the Toyota Camry Hybrid SE. Some big news broke just before we recorded as Waymo sued… Read More »Episode #15 – Waymo Will See Uber In Court, Opels and Fried Chicken and Making HD Maps

Episode #14 – Cars that Disappeared Too Soon, Others Stayed Too Long and Whither Opel?

February 17, 2017 19:05 - 92.6 MB

This week Dan and Sam talk about the 2017 Acura MDX, 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, Lexus ES300h and wonder what GM will do in Europe if it sells Opel and Vauxhall to PSA. We also answer listener questions including what’s the newest vehicle that has virtually disappeared from the road. Could A PSA-Opel Deal Pave… Read More »Episode #14 – Cars that Disappeared Too Soon, Others Stayed Too Long and Whither Opel?

Episode #13 – 2018 Ford Expedition, Executive Orders and Abolishments, VW shifts away from diesel

February 10, 2017 21:52 - 182 Bytes

Sam is in Chicago for the auto show, where the biggest news is the biggest SUV Ford makes, the Expedition. We talk about the new 2018 Ford Expedition, changes to the automotive landscape and fuel economy should certain political actions happen, and also discuss Volkswagen’s move to edge away from diesels. We finish up with… Read More »Episode #13 – 2018 Ford Expedition, Executive Orders and Abolishments, VW shifts away from diesel

Episode #12 – Driving Long-Range EVs and Snow-Bound Muscle Cars

February 01, 2017 20:06 - 156 MB

After a week off due to busy schedules, Dan and Sam are back. In the garage, we’ve driven the Genesis G80, Honda Civic Sport hatchback and a Chrysler Pacifica that went back smelling like a bunch of Deadheads had hit the road in it. Sam went to California to drive the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV… Read More »Episode #12 – Driving Long-Range EVs and Snow-Bound Muscle Cars

Episode #11 – A Refreshed Pony, Mazda Loses The Plugs & Don’t Forget Your Key

January 20, 2017 16:06 - 149 MB

This week Dan has been driving the Dodge Charger Rallye AWD and finds that despite the age of the platform the big FCA sedans are still surprisingly good. Sam finds the Toyota Corolla is a solid car that provides basic but utterly uninspiring transportation. For 2018, the Ford Mustang gets a mid-cycle update with design,… Read More »Episode #11 – A Refreshed Pony, Mazda Loses The Plugs & Don’t Forget Your Key

Episode #10 – CES and NAIAS recap

January 13, 2017 19:53 - 124 MB

Sam walked a metric ton of miles around CES and then again at NAIAS, and we talk about what he saw and heard. We talk about the presentation by Ford’s Mark Fields at CES, Detroit Auto Show highlights, and we answer some of your questions, too.

Episode #9 – A look back at 2016 and ahead to 2017

January 04, 2017 16:30 - 121 MB

  ‘Twas the night before CES, and in Dan and Sam’s houses, we jumped onto Skype with clicks of our mouses…to talk about what happened during 2016 and make predictions about what 2017 has in store. Of course we talked about Tesla, Faraday Future, autonomous technology, emissions and fuel economy standards, and more. We finished… Read More »Episode #9 – A look back at 2016 and ahead to 2017

Episode #8 – Psuedo-SUVs, Self-Driving Minivans and Expensive Tesla Parking

December 28, 2016 19:43 - 98.1 MB

This week, Dan is disappointed by the Volvo S60 Cross Country and Sam is somewhat impressed by the Cadillac XT5.  Will the minivan see a resurgence thanks to autonomous ride hailing? Will every new minivan in the future be self-driving? Will Uber’s self-driving cars work better in Phoenix than San Francisco? Will Ford follow its… Read More »Episode #8 – Psuedo-SUVs, Self-Driving Minivans and Expensive Tesla Parking