Generally I like this show. But, their liberal lean shows through constantly. Quit trying to shove this electric car garbage down our throats. The fact is they are not popular at all and u can pick one up cheap. For instance, I can get a 1 year old Mustang Mach 3 with 14,000 miles on it for about $23,000. Not only this, but look at how much money Hertz lost on their electric car purchase (boy that worked out). On top of all of this, for most of America, it requires fossil fuels to generate the electricity to charge these fossil fuel free vehicles. Look just be a unbiased reporter. BTW, most men are not wanting to show up on the job site in an electric truck, I don’t care what Jan’s husband says.

I’ve been an avid reader of CR for many years, but I was perplexed by a couple of things in a recent podcast episode. One of the hosts, Mike, identified the Prius (the 2024 MotorTrend Car of the Year) as the worst car he tested this year. But the current issue of CR gives the Prius a strong score of 80, and it also identifies the Prius as the most reliable car in its category. I know the opinion is just one person’s, but that person works for CR. It’s a bad look to have the publication’s opinion differ so starkly from one of CR’s auto experts. Also, the hosts praise the Honda CR-V Hybrid’s reliability in the episode. But the current issue of CR notes that the CR-V Hybrid is one of the least reliable cars in its category. These contradictions between the publication and the podcast cause me to question the credibility of both.

I just finished listening to the latest episode, bonus episode on the feasibility of low carbon emission vehicles. I must say that the expert that was brought on must have said 100 times in a variety of ways that electric vehicles are super popular and people are waiting over a year for their cars, yada yada yada, however, in the real world, and from many other journalist resources, that is not the case. Many dealerships cannot even move these electric vehicles, and they are stacking up on dealer, lots mini brands, including Ford with the F150 lightning cutting production back by 50% moving into 2024.what is being mentioned on this episode is not align in the real world, and then all other news.

I look forward each week to the latest episode—whether I listen to the podcast or watch on YouTube. Thanks to the Talking Cars team for the great info and entertainment.

Please make this request a reality!!!!!! I love this car!! I know all about it!!!! 5.3 L V8 engine, top speed 203 MPH, demon model, srt, hellcat model, Hemi, scatpack model, r/t, carbon fiber parts inside, leather seats, I’m only eleven!!!!!!!! Plz make this episode on the talking car!!!!!!

Do any of you know why it's so hard to buy 91 octane gas? I've owned a number of high performance cars, including 5 BMWs, 4 Porsches, Audi S4, VW Golf, and a Mercedes E400. They all take 91. Who buys 93? I've heard that California has banned 93. Can I use 89? Why am forced to buy an octane that no one seems to need at a higher price? Can I just put 89 octane into my cars and assume the on-board computer will sort it out? Is it just the old nonsense that higher octane is "by definition" better gas? I hate being ripped off. Loyal listener: Peter Feinstein

This show has an agenda. They are obviously biased. Laughably elitist.

This show brings me insight and joy thank you so much

These people have no knowledge of EVs and the metrics, technology, and numbers that matter in making a purchasing decision. Listen to Inside EVs Weekly Podcast for people who actually know what they’re talking about. Either the hosts of Talking Cars/CR have been paid off by ICE interests or more likely they haven’t put any effort to learn about how EVs work and how to review and analyze them. Absolutely terrible.

I didn’t realize that caring about getting tips on winterizing your car required a lecture on equality.

This podcast is incredibly informative. About a huge number of car-related things, like the buying process in a supply-chain disaster or how these much-ballyhooed driver assistance features actually work in testing. (You know, the feature people are lulled into assuming will drive their cars for them, which then runs them into firetrucks?) The variety of presenters is really nice. I like the regular guys but it’s really nice to hear from the lady engineers.

Long time listener since the beginning. But the show production quality has suffered in the pandemic as recording has gone to their houses. The sound quality among the hosts are inconsistent which is distracting. Why can’t they all upgrade by getting the best quality microphones using their own CR database?

My mom is planning When I get older she’s gonna get me a ford ranger is it a good Truck and can you add a camper Shell

I’ll keep listening just to see if Emily is ever able to speak without including “so” or “um”, or without giggling mid-sentence when nothing is funny. Her manner of speaking is very sing-songy, but most younger females seem to talk this way. The whole group is very nanny-state in their views also. Cover everyone in bubble wrap, lower the speed limits, and don’t innovate any controls because it’s too hard to learn new things.

Amazing I would but even if it is 1k

I find that some people’s voices just doesn’t work well on podcasts.

Nice show But going to send someone to college in a new car I don’t think you need my 5 bucks KM

Good but this one guy is all like uhh uhhh uh uh and he says uh like every other word

I look forward to your weekly podcasts and often share your insights with my friends and family. The contributors are articulate, knowledgeable and interesting. Jen and Gabe are my favorites! I appreciate that the show is data/results driven and throughly enjoy the personal anecdotes.

The podcast is ok I especially like Gabe and Jennifer but there is one guy I think Mike who has a love affair with Toyota and can’t give an unbiased review. Every Toyota is the best even if everyone else is saying the particular model stinks. Hard to take... I think every car manufacturer has hits and misses so when no matter what it is great I tune out. I still love the Best of Cartalk makes me laugh every week.

This could be a good podcast, but it’s so annoying to listen to. Every other word is “uhm” or “uh.” You’d think a national magazine would want better speakers to represent them.

I have been listening to this podcast for about a year now, and I absolutely love it. I like how it keeps me up to date on the cars for consumers, not just the fancy and outrageous cars that never make it out of the auto show. I don’t really mind the tone of the hosts voices, and I don’t judge them for it because they can’t control it. It is basically a show by car nerds, for car nerds, about nerdy car stuff. If your looking for a podcast that talks about family and sports car a like, in detail and depth, and talks about the pros and cons of each vehicle, look no further!

I love cars and this podcast will definitely satisfy car lovers like me.

About 3 months ago I started looking for a car to get my parents. I didn't know anything about cars so I wanted to do research to make sure I got them the best thing for them. This podcast (and consumer reports online) helped me learn so much so quickly! I also really appreciate the different personalities on the show and the rotating hosts. Thank you CR for providing such a wonderful service!

Really enjoy the podcast. I appreciate the honesty is describing the driving dynamics of the cars tested. All hosts are awesome!

Absolutely LOVE Talking Cars. Makes understanding the ongoing abyss of technical innovative automobile evolution so much easier to understand. As a female, I can feel confident in buying cars, tires, etc. Thank you all for the hard work you put into your show. Always look forward to each episode.

There is nothing wrong with her voice. While I tend to fall on the performance side of things, I appreciate her viewpoints as well

This podcast is always great. Especially when Jennifer is part of it!

Great show but do some editing for Gabe because there are too many “Uhh, uhm, ah, etc that bothers me so much

This is one of my favorite shows, and also some of the best car related content out there regardless of medium. Jennifer Stockburger is especially insightful with her extensive professional background and expressive voice.

I really enjoy the show unless Jennifer Stockburger is on. Her voice is like fingernails on a chalkboard to me. When she is not on, it is a great show.

They solicit questions every podcast but I don’t think they read actual ones. Might just make fake questions up to read and ‘answer’ to appear more knowledgeable.

Outstanding!!! Keep doing what you’re doing - keeping us informed and protected!

Love the video and the insightful information constantly presented week to week. Keep up the great work guys and gals!

These people don’t like change, period. Complaining about Tesla’s touch screen and in the same sentence mention it’s like their phone... that they use everyday. Why don’t you go back to a Motorola flip phone? Maybe go buy a horse for your commute since technology confuses you. “I want an EV that’s like a conventional vehicle.” Come on grandpa, one pedal driving is ssooo much better. CR get people who are progressive please.

The individual that wrote that review must be as miserable/angry as he is stupid. I find it to be an enjoyable podcast.

Bunch of liberal nanny state big government rule supporters....don’t like all of the stupid environmental add ons that raise complexity and decrease reliability? Blame these idiots .....

Love the questions and answers, and the reporting on news, with a spin on safety, and more. Thanks for the show, I’ve enjoyed every episode.

This is a car podcast, made for people whom hate cars and hate podcasts. The only people that hate cars more than the bernie sticker applied, Prius driving, troglodytes writing in with the worlds most inane questions. “Where do I hold the steering wheel so I don’t get smacked in my wittle chin by the big bad life saving device as I drive into every parked car I can?” *Slap!* YOU are the reason these guys sound so boring as they’re forced to pander to your subpar car knowledge! “Why haven’t car makers adopted an 8-10 speed manual, that has gear splitting abilities like found in Semi’s, giving you the ability to drive it like a 4 or 5 speed in normal driving applications, but having those gears when more performance is needed?” Is that so hard, to give them a real question, rather than how you’re too weak to hold the door open for your own body to exit!? Anyway, at least two of the hosts actually do seem to enjoy cars, and they earned the extra star.

Only car podcast I have found that talks about cars and issues that the common person can relate to. Plus, you can trust the data.

I don’t understand the complaints! This podcast is well put together by well informed people. They keep topics interesting and answer great questions. Keep making episodes!

This show exceeds my expectations in so many ways. It is definitely near the top of my priority list for podcasts that I listen to. However, one of the hosts/commentators is difficult for me to listen to not only because she deviates from from topic (i.e. advising to buy a Toyota hybrid when the topic is Alpha Romeo vs. Kia Stinger) but her voice is so “grating” on my ears. I could be over-sensitive compared to others? She seems like a nice person.

Love this show. Wish it were longer and went in more detail. Would add a 5th start if they could pay an audio engineer to level out their intro and general sound quality.

Are y'all ever happy with anything. I mean y'all dump on the f150 cause it doesn't steer just like u like I mean get real ford has a amazing truck Chevy and dodge does as well. You guys just gripe about any and everything. So I'm done listening to you

Five stars for content, but two stars for technical issues. One of the presenters has a low, quiet voice that encourages me to turn up the volume level, then another one barks a laugh and my head explodes. Can't anyone figure out how to use the volume compression function on the recording equipment?

I recently binge-listened to every available episode since the beginning, and eagerly await each new episode. I love everything about cars, and I love the hosts’ sense of humor and success at being unbiased and focused on the core mission of Consumer Reports, yet also expressing their subjectivity to keep it entertaining.

Take everything with grind of salt but they have a fun and get an unapologetic take on cars.

These guys have an entire podcast based off of providing technical criticism of someone else's work. The irony is that they can't even be bothered to generate a technically sound podcast. The production value is terrible. Please get some sound leveling software so that I don't have to crank up the volume to hear one person talking and then immediately the group bursts into laughter and my ears are bleeding as I'm desperately trying to pull the earbuds out of my ears because it's so loud.

Sure, it would be nice if they spent more time talking about what they like about any given car. And they have their biases. But it’s a quick way to keep up on what’s happening with the automotive industry. You can always dig deeper elsewhere if you hear something that interests you. And we’re all entitled to our own opinions.

The one guy says 'Uhhhhh' way too much. Also he's hard to hear. I listen in the car and this podcast has the typical problem of others: the music is very loud to start it and the volume of the people talking varies so much it can be hard to hear some of them and then others are way too loud. The content seems good, but it's hard to get past the sound quality/volume issues and the constant 'uhhh' makes me crazy