About this episode
We discuss our favorite vehicles and trends from the floor of the 2023 NY Auto Show, including previews of the Toyota Grand Highlander, Kia EV9, Ford Mustang, Ram 1500 REV, and Chevrolet Equinox and Blazer EVs. We also share our thoughts on the future direction of the automotive landscape, with the lack of concept cars at this year's show, and the polarization between big trucks and performance vehicles in contrast with the continuing electrification of the industry. SHOW NOTES ----------------------------------- 00:00 - Introduction 00:15 - Polar Opposites: Big Trucks/Performance Cars vs. EVs 01:40 - RAM 1500 REV 02:50 - Dodge Challenger Demon SRT 170 04:29 - Chevrolet Camero 05:25 - Ford Mustang 07:01 - Chevrolet Blazer EV 07:24 - Kia EV9 12:38 - Hyundai Kona EV 13:26 - Chevrolet Equinox EV 15:02 - Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray 16:16 - Chevrolet TRAX 17:03 - Toyota Grand Highlander 10:51 - Lack of Concept Cars 18:45 - Personal Picks of The Show 22:40 - Japanese Domestic Market Cars 23:13 - Top Secret V12 Supra Gold ---------------------------------- Longer 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Boasts Big Power https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2024-toyota-grand-highlander-review-a7963942236/ 2024 Hyundai Kona Breaks Cover as an EV https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2024-hyundai-kona-review-a8558776955/ Preview: 2025 RAM 1500 REV Packs 500-Mile Range, 14,000-lb. Tow Capacity https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/2025-ram-1500-rev-review-a2009025869/ The Kia EV9 Promises to Be a Family-Friendly, 3-Row Electric SUV https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/2024-kia-ev9-review-a4079455654/ High Powered, High-Tech 2024 GMC Sierra EV Breaks Cover https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/2024-gmc-sierra-ev-review-a5905542270/ Stunning 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Combines Hybrid and AWD https://www.consumerreports.org/sports-cars/chevrolet-corvette-hybrid-electric-review-a2522443606/ 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV Unveiled With Up to 320-Mile Range https://www.consumerreports.org/hybrids-evs/2024-chevrolet-blazer-ev-review-a1328332871/ 2024 Chevrolet Trax Grows in Size, Not Price https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2024-chevrolet-trax-review-a4562224665/ 2024 Ford Mustang Boosts Power and Technology, and a Dark Horse Emerges https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/sports-cars/2024-ford-mustang-review-a1352269489/ New 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV Starts at $30,000 https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hybrids-evs/2024-chevrolet-equinox-ev-review-a7430613629/ Guide to Car Safety https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/ ----------------------------------- 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 ----------------------------------- To find out how products scored in CR's rigorous lab tests—and to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day—become a member. CR is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit organization. Join now at https://www.CR.org/join Check out https://www.ConsumerReports.org for the latest reviews, tips, and recommendations and subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/1Nlb1Ez Follow Us on Social: TikTok: https://bit.ly/3BVzGR9 Instagram: http://bit.ly/1I49Bzo Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1IQ2w5q Twitter: http://bit.ly/1Yf5Fh2 Pinterest: http://bit.ly/1P37mM9