#260 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid First Impressions; Why Small Car Fuel Economy Isn't Improving
06/19/20 • 28 min
This week we share our first impressions of the 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, and how it stacks up against the standard version. We also discuss why fuel economy numbers in small and compact cars don't seem to be improving at the rate of larger vehicles, whether someone entering the auto industry should forego an education in conventional cars in favor of electric vehicle (EV) specialization, and learn all about Jake's abundant tomato garden in his remote workplace.
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SHOW NOTES
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00:34 - 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid First Impressions
10:52 - Question #1: Whether someone entering the auto industry should forego an education in conventional cars in favor of electric vehicle (EV) specialization?
14:03 - Question #2: Why fuel economy numbers in small and compact cars don't seem to be improving at the rate of larger vehicles?
18:42 - Question #3: What is going on with Jake's abundant tomato garden in his remote workplace?
21:08 - Question #4: Which car would be large enough to fit a string bass plus two passenger, and that is not too tall, delivers good gas mileage, and has good handling?
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2019 New York Auto Show: 2020 Toyota Highlander
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfQ7Kq-pflc
4K Review: 2017 Toyota Highlander Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ic5Obebxcv8
2019 New York Auto Show: 2020 Ford Escape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrwNxWFsBFQ
Coronavirus Resource Hub
https://www.consumerreports.org/coronavirus/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/
2018 LA Auto Show: 2019 Toyota Prius AWD
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uuYO8OIjl8
2015 Honda Fit review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJwKgKunkAQ
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This week we share our first impressions of the 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, and how it stacks up against the standard version. We also discuss why fuel economy numbers in small and compact cars don't seem to be improving at the rate of larger vehicles, whether someone entering the auto industry should forego an education in conventional cars in favor of electric vehicle (EV) specialization, and learn all about Jake's abundant tomato garden in his remote workplace.
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Subscribe to Talking Cars on Apple Podcasts!
Video version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-hq/id630839767?mt=2
Audio version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-mp3/id630831189?mt=2
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 [email protected] 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
SHOW NOTES
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00:34 - 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid First Impressions
10:52 - Question #1: Whether someone entering the auto industry should forego an education in conventional cars in favor of electric vehicle (EV) specialization?
14:03 - Question #2: Why fuel economy numbers in small and compact cars don't seem to be improving at the rate of larger vehicles?
18:42 - Question #3: What is going on with Jake's abundant tomato garden in his remote workplace?
21:08 - Question #4: Which car would be large enough to fit a string bass plus two passenger, and that is not too tall, delivers good gas mileage, and has good handling?
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2019 New York Auto Show: 2020 Toyota Highlander
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfQ7Kq-pflc
4K Review: 2017 Toyota Highlander Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ic5Obebxcv8
2019 New York Auto Show: 2020 Ford Escape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrwNxWFsBFQ
Coronavirus Resource Hub
https://www.consumerreports.org/coronavirus/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/
2018 LA Auto Show: 2019 Toyota Prius AWD
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uuYO8OIjl8
2015 Honda Fit review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJwKgKunkAQ
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#259 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid First Impressions; Can Lower Octane Fuel Damage Your Car?
This week at the track we have the 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, we share our first impressions and discuss whether or not hybridizing the CR-V improved the model. Also we dip into the mailbag and answer audience questions about why Subarus are so popular with car reviewers and enthusiasts, whether filling up your car with lower octane fuel than recommended by the manufacturer could damage your vehicle or void the warranty, and how to make a long road trip as pleasant and comfortable as possible.
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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 [email protected] 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/
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SHOW NOTES
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01:25 - 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid First Impressions
12:44 - Question #1: Why are Subarus so popular among car reviewers and enthusiasts?
19:29 - Question #2: Will putting lower octane fuel than recommended by the manufacturer damage a vehicle or void the warranty?
21:56 - Question #3: Is the new Toyota Venza considered a first year model even though it has been previously sold in Japan as the Harrier?
23:30 - Question #4: What is the best solution for a cross-country road trip in terms of seat comfort?
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2017 Honda CR-V Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwN2Tl1A5Z4
2019 New York Auto Show: 2020 Ford Escape
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrwNxWFsBFQ
2019 Subaru Forester Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dymKOcVk7Iw
Coronavirus Resource Hub
https://www.consumerreports.org/coronavirus/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/
2020 Buick Encore GX Test Results; Toyota Unveils a New Hybrid Sienna and Venza | Talking Cars #256
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JgN-PuE4YAc
2020 Subaru Legacy Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oosO1qbA7uw
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Next Episode
#261 2020 Audi Q3 Test Results; Ford's All-new (Handsfree) Active Drive Assist System
This week we share our test results of the 2020 Audi Q3. We also talk about Ford's new Co-Pilot360 and the active drive assist feature, and discuss how it compares to Tesla's Autopilot and Cadillac's Super Cruise. Also, we answer audience questions about the best way to purchase a vehicle at the end of a lease, if covering a car in rhinestones is a good idea, and choosing a first car for a 17-year-old 'car addict' under 20K.
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SHOW NOTES
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00:31 - Ford Co-Pilot360 - Active Drive Assist
05:17 - 2020 Audi Q3 Test Results
14:18 - Question #1: Is using a leaf blower to clean out the interior of your car a good idea?
17:48 - Question #2: What is the best was to purchase a vehicle a the end of its lease?
21:31 - Question #3: Choosing a first car for a 17-year-old ‘car addict’ under 20k.
24:14 - Question #4: Is it legal to cover your car with rhinestones?
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Self-Driving System Ranking
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X06tXpg7yiA
2015 Audi Q3 Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pp5hc4GGSI8
2019 Ford Edge Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Wfye-boGWc
2020 Kia Telluride Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBNhy1Putrs
Coronavirus Resource Hub
https://www.consumerreports.org/coronavirus/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/
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