Talking Cars (MP3) Podcast
1) Best & Worst Cars of 2025
We gathered a number of staffers who work behind the scenes at CR's Auto Test Center to share which are their picks for the best and worst cars that Consumer Reports tested in 2025! This team is a key...Show More
2) 2026 Toyota RAV4
We take an early look at the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid XSE, which promises more power and a longer electric-only range than the previous versions called the RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid and RAV4 Prime. W...Show More
3) 2026 Reliability Survey Results
Consumer Reports' latest reliability findings are in, we share which brands deliver the most reliable cars, trucks, and SUVs in 2026—based on comprehensive survey data from hundreds of thousands of CR...Show More
4) New Car Reliability, Swapping Wheel Sizes, & Is Undercoating Worth It?
This episode is dedicated to all audience questions! Keith, Emily, and Mike tackle everything from the most reliable new vehicles, whether you should pay extra for rustproofing, why Americans buy and ...Show More
5) 2026 Lucid Gravity
Lucid recently released its second all-electric vehicle: the 2026 Lucid Gravity. With 828 horsepower, three rows of seating, and impressive electric range, it looks like a potential game-changer in th...Show More
6) 2026 Hyundai Palisade
On this episode, we discuss the 2026 Hyundai Palisade. The redesigned three-row SUV excels in nearly every area. From its stylish design to its intuitive controls, our experts found few flaws with the...Show More
7) Tire Buying Advice, All-Season vs All-Weather, and the Best Time to Buy New Tires
Consumer Reports tests dozens of tire models every year across all types of weather and road conditions. Our expert evaluations cover key performance factors like grip, handling, braking, comfort, and...Show More
Tire Buying Advice, All-Season vs All-Weather, and the Best Time to Buy New Tires
33:18 | Oct 15th, 2025
8) 2025 Toyota 4Runner
This week, we share our impressions of the redesigned 2025 Toyota 4Runner. Now in its sixth generation, the 4Runner retains its body-on-frame platform, preserving its rugged off-road identity while in...Show More
9) 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan
Our experts share their first impressions of the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan. We break down Volkswagen’s latest improvements, explore how the Tiguan stacks up in the crowded compact SUV segment, and explai...Show More
10) 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9
This week, we discuss the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9. This sleek, futuristic-looking three-row electric vehicle shares its basic technology and design with the Kia EV9. We cover the similarities and differe...Show More