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2021 BMW X5 xDrive45e Episode 4106, Episode 4119
An Easy Way To Get A Taste Of What Battery Power Can Offer – As far as full battery electrics have come, they still don't fit into everyone's lifestyle. That's where PHEVs or plug-in hybrid electric vehicles come in. Here's a look at the latest such vehicle from BMW. Much like we are in a transitional phase from fossil fueled cars to battery electric vehicles;…
2021 Acura TLX Type S Episode 4105
Delivers the Performance Sedan Goods Like Never Before – It has been thirteen years since we’ve seen a Type S badge on an Acura. Well, it has returned and bringing it back is the already delightful TLX sedan. But, naturally the Type S TLX is now the best performing Acura four-door ever. Sounds like the type of Acura that we need to hop in and put down the…
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 Episode 4105, Episode 4118
More Spade, More Comfort, More Luxury Than Ever Before – Luxury vehicles come in all shapes and sizes these days, but more and more they come in the form of a sport utility vehicle. Mercedes-Benz alone has nine to choose from. And while the GLS isn’t the most expensive, it is the biggest; so let’s see what the latest GLS has to offer. Mercedes-Benz considers…
2022 Kia Carnival Episode 4104
A Fantastic People Mover That Also Does a Good Job Performing Many Utilitarian Tasks – Lately, Kia has gone through a lot of changes. introducing all-new suvs like the Telluride and this Seltos, as well as giving new names to old models like the Optima…now k5 sedan. and that brings us to their Sedona minivan which has been reborn as the Carnival MPV. Let’s find…
2021 BMW M440i Convertible Episode 4104, Episode 4117
Spirited Driving Delivered With a Relaxed No Sweat Attitude That Can Only Come From BMW – Convertibles come in many varieties. There are those that enjoy a relaxed pace perfect for taking in the scenery; and others that pack track-worthy performance providing a much more rewarding driving experience. Every once in a while a car comes along that’s equally adept…
2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody Episode 4103, Episode 4116
Nothing About It is Subtle, Smooth, or Even All That Modern – It says a lot about what Dodge has been up to lately when your reaction to this Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody is...”oh, another 700-horsepower Charger, cool! What's so special about this one?” We thought you’d never ask! Ah Hellcat. Just saying the name sends chills down our spines and makes us…
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Episode 4103
A Major Departure from the Previous 3 Generations of Outlander – It's common for us to say a vehicle has been reborn or even reimagined. But seldom do they get a complete reboot like the Mitsubishi Outlander has. It's not just a new version of a familiar design, but an all-new cooperative effort with partner Nissan. So let's hit the road in the new Outlander and…
2022 Nissan Pathfinder Episode 4102
Delivers What Today’s Buyers Need in a Family Crossover Better Than Ever – The original Nissan Pathfinder built a rugged reputation that survives even today. But, like many SUVs, it got caught up in the crossover craze; eventually trading its frame and truck-like ride for the comfort and flexibility of a unibody chassis. Well, there’s a new Pathfinder, and…
2022 Volkswagen Taos Episode 4102, Episode 4115
Bigger isn’t Always Better, but it Sure Doesn’t Hurt – While SUVs are getting smaller and smaller, carmakers seem to be packing more and more into them. Case in point, the Volkswagen Taos, their smallest current SUV. So let’s find out how much it adds to the small crossover scene. The 2022 Volkswagen Taos may be VW’s new entry into the small crossover…
2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Episode 4101, Episode 4112
The Jeep Wrangler Has Found a Whole New Way to be a Leader in the Off-Road Vehicle Segment – Welcome to the start of the 41st season of Motorweek. We’re glad to have you with us. When it comes to old-school vehicles that have changed little over time, the first classic that probably comes to mind is the Jeep Wrangler. So, it’s perhaps the last one you would…