May 7, 2021
#306 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray First Impressions; Why is This Smart Car Trying to Tow Anything?
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We recently welcomed the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray into our test fleet, and we share our first impressions on its driving dynamics, styling, and interior drawbacks. Also, with Corvette always giving buyers more performance per dollar than other automakers, we compare how this first ever mid-engine Corvette compares to other, more exotic sports cars, like Ferraris and Lamborghinis. We also discuss whether Rivian's new Adventure charging network will accommodate other manufacturer's EVs, or be proprietary like Tesla Superchargers. Other topics include: which SUV is best suited for an adventurous family; is it wise to replace original larger wheels on a vehicle with a smaller size; and if a Smart car is capable of towing. ----------------------------------- 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 ----------------------------------- 00:00 - Introduction 23:24 - Question #1: Will Rivian's Adventure charging network other EVs or be proprietary like Tesla? 26:22 - Question #2: Which SUV is best suited for an adventurous family? 30:24 - Question #3: Is a Smart car capable of towing anything at all? 33:02 - Question #4: Would it be wise to replace original equipment larger wheels for a smaller size? ---------------------------------- Midengine 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Impresses at the Consumer Reports Track https://www.consumerreports.org/sports-cars/2020-chevrolet-corvette-stingray-review/ 2014 Chevrolet Corvette first drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l84rkxwqx4 Low-profile Tires vs. Potholes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FBdRy0utyaM 2020 Kia Telluride Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBNhy1Putrs 2018 LA Auto Show: 2020 Hyundai Palisade https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uFbbBDcCYYg Guide to Car Safety https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/ Coronavirus Resource Hub https://www.consumerreports.org/coronavirus/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/ ----------------------------------- 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