Scout Reboot, Toyota's PHEV Party, EV Winter Range & We Bought A Thing!Av Auto Buyers Guide

Toyota has had some stumbles lately. From recalling every Lexus LX, and non-hybrid Tundra for engine replacements, to the stop-sale and recall on every Grand Highlander and Lexus TX for airbags that aren't working right they have a great deal on their plate. However, like a juggling act at a carnival, Toyota seems to have all those plates up in the…

It looks like China is on the brink of banning one pedal driving in new vehicles from 2026. Why? Well, it's not in the name of efficiency. Apparently China's watchdog agency says one pedal driving is less safe than having a second pedal around.Av Auto Buyers Guide

In this episode, Travis and Alex discuss leasing versus buying, what hybrids are and what they are not, General Motors joining the Tesla supercharging network, and of course we answer a bunch of viewer questions. If you're curious about how leasing works what you need to know before you sign for a lease, and whether a lease is right for you or not …

The first non-Tesla with a native J3400/NACS port is here and it's... a Hyundai? Yep, Hyundai, despite joining the NACS party later than Ford and GM is going to be the first to actually put them in customer's hands. By the end of this year Ioniq 5s built in the USA will have the new port followed shortly thereafter by the Kia EV6. In this episode w…

The ABG Pod is back and we're trying something a big different. This time we're incorporating viewer and listener feedback, so be sure to drop us your questions and thoughts!Av Auto Buyers Guide

In this episode Alex and Tim discuss the new Lexus TX three row SUV. Which trims are a good idea and where Lexus went wrong with their new family hauler. We also cover the new point of sale tax credits and what we know now.Av Auto Buyers Guide

Halo cars don't have to be angelic and they come in many forms. But... Do those forms make sense? From Viper to Challenger Hellcat, Tim and Alex say "hell yeah" but don't agree on what a halo car really is.Av Auto Buyers Guide

GM is finally rolling out more Ultium models! Alex got to check out the new Cadillac Escalade IQ, the biggest and most insane EV SUV ever imagined, at least until we get the EV Wagoneer that Jeep has been touting with an even bigger battery. Tim and Also also discuss the death of the $20,000 car and why NACS has caused more questions than answers a…

For 2024 Toyota is bringing back the Land Cruiser, but it's not the Land Cruiser 300 sold elsewhere, instead we get the smaller Land Cruiser 250. Also, Tesla shoppers are shocked their EVs can't hit the advertised range figures, despite a solid decade of reporting.Av Auto Buyers Guide

When I said our Model 3 SR+ had a real world range of 192 miles +/- about 10 miles, y'all lost your minds, but it wasn't a scandal then and it isn't now. Instead it's just a textbook example of why the "EPA range" is not a "real world" number. Newsflash: the EPA testing designed in 1978 isn't a great real world example for ANY new car, truck or SUV…

Tim and Alex are back to discuss the tough battle ahead for the all-new 2024 Toyota Tacoma, plus the validity of the EV price wars and the rising costs of new vehicles in the U.S. Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly.Av Auto Buyers Guide

In this one-on-one with Alex, the beans are spilled on the upcoming AoA Giveaway this Friday, April 21st (instructions for how to sign up in the video). This is followed by a live Q&A session with Facebook and YouTube audiences.Av Auto Buyers Guide

Alex and Tim talk RAM REV, Subaru Crosstrek/Impreza, Mazda CX-90, and everything in-between on today's episode. We've driven some, we've crawled around inside others, but there's a lot to talk about with each of them, so let's get right to it. Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly.Av Auto Buyers Guide

Alex and Tim discuss the idea of cutting the roof off of vehicles you wouldn't normally do that to, then they compare two of the most anticipated upcoming three row vehicles. Also, will the electric car save the sedan? What signs can we look to today? Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly.Av Auto Buyers Guide

Alex takes viewer questions while trapped inside a hotel room in Sonoma, California. Kicking things off: what did he end up buying to replace the EV6? Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Las Palmas by Scandinavianz https://soundcloud.com/scandinavianz Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Downlo…

This week Brian and Alex join on assignment in Encinitas, California to discuss a bunch of new cars as well as the *internet war* that wasn't really an internet war between Alex and another EV-focused outlet.... Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: A Cocktail In Portofino by GroovyD https://soundcloud.com/musicforall-6…

Sorry for the hiatus, but we're back for Episode 2 of the 2023 season! Kicking things off, Tim and Alex take a look at the all-new Toyota Grand Highlander, a bigger, boxier and more powerful three-row crossover that Toyota desperately needed. Other topics include the parallels between ChatGPT AI and 'self-driving' cars, the DOA Chevy EV1, truck sal…

Brian joins Alex for the first episode of the year to discuss new car shopper demographics, all of the car debuts at CES 2023, as well as a crop of new Buick models potentially heading our way soon. Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Music | Imagine by Declan DP License: https://license.declandp.info Free Download / …

It's the end of the year, so I wanted to thank you all for tuning in to the Auto Buyers Guide Podcast in 2022. Tim, Brian and I have enjoyed putting this together for you and look forward to "Season 2", if you will, beginning sometime mid-January. Hope you all have a happy holiday, whatever it is you may celebrate, and a very happy new year. See yo…

For the final episode of the year, Tim and Alex discuss the current state of Carvana, which seems to be floating on troubled waters due to major (avoidable) mistakes. Also, with all this talk about electric cars, should plug-in hybrids still remain part of the conversation? Short answer – yes. Long answer – listen on! Podcast theme by Brian Roskell…

Brian joins Alex this week to talk about the sub-brand trend, where automakers create families out of popular model lines. Toyota tried and failed with the Prius, Land Rover tried and massively succeeded with the Range Rover. GM seems to be considering going all-in with Camaro, Corvette and Escalade sub-brands. Should that be considered overkill, o…

Yes, inflation and rising costs of goods and technology have affected the cost of new car ownership significantly over the year. There's still hope, though. Among other topics, Alex and Tim cover all of the new vehicles you can buy in America for under $30,000. Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Alone by Urpleactus h…

The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 – who are the winners and losers? With all this EV talk, what about Tesla? How's it going over there, especially considering Elon Musk's recent acquisition of Twitter? Will that positively or negatively affect his automotive endeavors? Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Silk by tub…

Alex and Brian talk about cars they have driven recently and then dive into the best crossovers you can buy for under $45k. The ultimate opponent? The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid – a car you simply can't avoid checking out if you really need three usable rows of seats and decent fuel economy. Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provi…

Cadillac wants to be the standard of the world again, diesel fuel wants to be your friend, Polestar wants to go Porsche-hunting, and much more! Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Across Country by Hotham https://soundcloud.com/hothammusic Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream:…

Today Alex and Tim go all-in on inflation, dealership models, markups, and all of that jazz. Why is it so much harder to buy a new car in 2022 than ever before? Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Music | Nowhere by Declan DP License: https://license.declandp.info Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/3TcJN9L Promote…

This episode is EV-heavy. What's up with that Toyota bZ4X recall? What is the new Kia Niro like? Also, what 1990's-era cars would Alex and Tim bring back to life today? Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Crimson - Mehul Choudhary https://soundcloud.com/mehul-choudhary-353304313 Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unpo…

Alex and Tim talk about some new models coming our way in the next year as well as the refreshed domestic heavy duty trucks. All three have received updates for 2023/2024, with some updates going further than others. Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Drive by mezhdunami. https://soundcloud.com/mezhdunami Creative Co…

Was the 2022 North American International Auto Show in Detroit the show it used to be? The 2024 Ford Mustang wasn't really even revealed at NAIAS, but it is considered a NAIAS debut. What does Alex think of that car, and much more. Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: xii by Limujii https://soundcloud.com/limujii Creat…

Alex has sold his Rivian R1T (that was fast) for a profit, and explains why it had to go. Also, what's with the Hyundai-Kia relationship, and are super cars worth gushing over at this point? What is their value to the rest of us? Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Bookmarked (Instrumental) by RYYZN https://soundcloud…

Are crossover coupes like the Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 Coupe the new four-door sedan? Has Akio Toyoda successfully turned Toyota into a performance-inclined car company? Are convertibles ever going to be popular again, aside from the Jeep Wrangler? Let's discuss. Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Outside by Cykarl https:…

In this episode, Alex tells Tim all about the recently-driven 2023 Lexus RX and how it continues to be the brand's bread and butter, but more like pumpernickel than sourdough this time. Then they pivot to the new California legislation on ICE vehicles and Stellantis. Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Roots - Mehul C…

In this episode Tim and Alex talk about Dodge's new small crossover, their first new model in more than a decade. But is it new? Haven't we seen this before? Perhaps in an Alfa suit? Also in this episode we discuss BMW's novel motor tech, the most embarrassing cars from the 1990s and 1980s, and the odd success of the ancient Dodge sedans, Toyota SU…

Nearly half of this episode is spent talking about Jaguar – its history and relationship with Ford and Land Rover, and its future. The rest is a discussion on cars Tim and Alex would like to preserve from the 2000's. Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Morning by KV https://youtube.com/c/KVmusicprod Creative Commons —…

Alex and Tim go all in on EVs today, discussing Alex's new Ford F-150 Lightning, the new federal legislation that might get manufacturers back some EV credits, and the true state of EV marketshare now and in the next ten or so years. Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Fuengirola by Scandinavianz https://soundcloud.co…

Brian swings by to talk about the all-new Honda Civic Type R with Alex and Tim, then the conversation pivots to what a dream garage might look like for both of them. Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Stress by KV https://youtube.com/c/KVmusicprod Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download …

Today Alex and Tim try to decide if a Cadillac Escalade is better than the new Hummer EV, then they have a few cars that they personally would resurrect if they had the all-powerful sorcerer's stone... Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: SweetHeart by ZAYFALL https://soundcloud.com/zayfallmusic Creative Commons — Attr…

First impressions of the Cadillac Lyriq, the Rivian R1T has arrived, what cars do you wish would be sold in the U.S., and more on today's episode of Auto Buyers Guide Podcast. Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Spacing Out Last Night by JoeniNpcGamer https://soundcloud.com/jng-music-official Creative Commons — Attrib…

Alex updates us on the status of his Rivian R1T and Ford F-150 Lightning orders, then goes through all of the most mediocre cars available today. More games are played. Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: All Wavy by tubebackr https://soundcloud.com/tubebackr Creative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC B…

In today's episode, Alex and Tim talk about new products from Toyota and the current demand for gasoline in the U.S. Plus, they try a new game called Road Rage and discuss their picks for the most underrated new cars on the market. Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly. This episode's music provided by: Memories by KV https://youtube.com/c/KVmusicprod Cr…

Alex and Tim talk about the new Acura Integra and then list the cars they think do the best at merging performance with efficiency. Plus, Brian joins the gang for a new game called Automotive Table Tennis. Podcast theme by: Brian Roskelly This episode's music provided by: Music | Focus by Declan DP License: https://license.declandp.info Free Downlo…

In this episode, Alex and Tim get into the current state of the various EV startups out there today. Lucid, Rivian, Lordstown, Karma, etc. Plus, how are these new CPO programs like 'Car Bravo' from GM going to work in this weird current car market? Podcast theme music by: Brian Roskelly This episode's music provided by: Bloom by Roa https://soundcl…

Alex and Tim discuss the new Ford F-150 Lightning and its realistic impact on the industry (plus its true cost to own). Then they talk to Kenny, a 2022 Tesla Model S Long Range owner, who had the chance to drive Alex's long-term Kia EV6. How does it compare? Podcast theme music by: Brian Roskelly This episode's music provided by: Music | Take Me Th…

Alex and Tim get into a riveting discussion about EV battery swapping's past, present and future. Why couldn't Tesla make it work, how is Nio in China making it work now? Plus, an engaging debate over the qualifications of a traditional 'truck' and what are the best performance vehicles under $50k right now. Podcast theme music by: Brian Roskelly T…

Alex and Tim talk about hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, and whether they make sense for mass-market vehicles today. Having owned a Hyundai Nexo, Alex has a few things to say... Podcast theme music by: Brian Roskelly This episode's music provided by: George Street Shuffle by Kevin MacLeod http://incompetech.com Creative Commons — Attribution 4.0 Intern…

In this episode we talk the refreshed 2023 Chevy Silverado, Jeep's newly expanded Grand Cherokee lineup now that it spans to 3-rows and plug-in hybrids, and the best-selling 3-row SUVs and crossovers in America. Podcast theme music by: Brian Roskelly This episode's music provided by: Up Above by Pyrosion https://soundcloud.com/pyrosion Creative Com…

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Auto Buyers Guide Podcast by Alex on Autos! This episode is EV-intensive. Alex and Tim Masso cover the all-new Subaru Solterra and Toyota's EV plans, as well as the intriguing Cox Automotive EV survey. Also, what long game is Tesla playing as established brands develop their electric identities, and what EVs …

Over the decades Volkswagen has consistently struggled to gain American market share. In this episode, Tim and Alex struggle to understand VW's sales problems in the USA and discuss VW's planned electrification of their lineup and what that means for the future. Podcast theme music by: Brian Roskelly This episode's music provided by: Flashes by mez…