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In Podcast #381, Jessica Ray steps in as host and it’s pure Americana…from muscle cars to pickup trucks…and an American-made German SUV. We’ll start things off with our time behind the wheel of two “performance” models from the Stellantis umbrella that are on very opposite ends of the spectrum…a base Dodge Charger R/T and the return of the powerful prehistoric RAM 1500 TRX. Then BMW unveils the 5th-generation X5 utility with their “Neue Klasse” design language and a whopping 5 different powertrain options. Then it’s a lightning round that ponders the return of the quirky yet beloved Honda Element and a viewer has a question about the press cars we test…

In Podcast #380, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew are all about trucks and SUVs today! We start things off with the recently unveiled HEMI-powered RAM 1500 Rumble Bee SRT. Then a vehicle that might not be on your radar, the INEOS Grenadier, which is one man’s modern take on the classic Land Rover Defender 110. Then we finish up with our first drive report on the long-awaited Rivian R2, smaller kin to the familiar R1S. Plus, we have a Lightning Round that analyzes Texas’s increasing overall market share in the country and how it could impact what vehicles we see on sale. Plus a viewer question about whether premium fuel helps with fuel efficiency in any vehicle.

Once again, we are celebrating our 45th season with a guest from the past! Today we are joined by Dave Durso, who was a writer on MotorWeek from 1987 to 2009. He eventually rose to the title of Head Writer and started the segment known as “Two Wheelin'”, in which he would review motorcycles. He and John discuss all of his favorite memories and also how he completely changed lanes to a brand new career when he left!

In Podcast #378, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew dive into two vehicles that are a big deal for their respective brands. First, we start off with some experience driving the all-new 8th-gen Lexus ES which is available as both a hybrid and all-electric. Then we explore the details of the recently revealed Volvo EX60, which previews some big updates to their EVs. Our Lightning Round takes a look at a potential federal tax on EVs and PHEVs while a viewer has a question about what on earth destination fees are for?

In Podcast #377, John Davis and the MotorWeek crew recap some of the latest vehicles we have been testing. First up, the Kia K4 adds a hatchback model to their lineup that buyers can opt for that costs just $500 more than the sedan! Then, not much is new about it but Mazda CX-30 keeps to its roots as a fun and affordable subcompact utility. And finally, we’ll dive into all the details of our 2 weeks with the all-new Honda Prelude which returns to their lineup after 25 years. Then a Lightning Round about how the screens we see in new cars are becoming less useful. And a viewer has a question about whether or not the Subaru Baja will be returning!