Ep 209: Nissan/Fisker Partnership? Honda Passport TrailSport Review, Aptera 3-Wheel Solar EV

In a topic-packed first segment, Jill Ciminillo and Tom Appel opened the show discussing the potential alliance between Nissan and EV startup Fisker. The hookup would allow Nissan to build and retail a version of the struggling EV startup’s coming Alaska midsize pickup.
The hosts went on to discuss Ford’s successful alliance with Tesla. The Ford Mustang Mach-E crossover and F-150 Lightning pickup can now be charged at any of Tesla’s famously reliable Supercharger stations-an adapter, available from Ford, is required.
To wrap up the first segment, Jill shared her impressions of the 2024 Honda Passport TrailSport. The off-road themed midsize crossover looks rugged, but is it refined enough for daily use? Listen in for Jill’s complete review.
In the second segment Jill and Tom welcome Robert Colangelo to the show. Founder of CEA technology, and host of The Green Sense Show, Robert shared his experience behind the wheel of the Aptera, a 2-seat electric car featuring a 3-wheel design and solar charging. While the Aptera seems a little far out on the cutting edge, Robert is optimistic about its potential in the market place.
In the last segment, Jill is subjected to Tom’s “5-speed, 6-speed, or 7-speed” quiz. How did Jill do? And, did Jill get the Arby’s bonus question?
Jill is a syndicated automotive writer, currently serving as the managing editor for Pickup Truck + SUV Talk and co-hosts two podcasts: the Consumer Guide Automotive Car Stuff Podcast and the Pickup Truck + SUV Talk Podcast.
website: www.pickuptrucktalk.com
twitter/instagram: @jillciminillo
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[@DY-Hak1]

How does the Honda Passport compare to the Toyota Highlander? Do you like the seats better on the Toyota?

[@todddembsky8321]

WHAT???? The 5 foot wonder has an off the shoulder top???!!! Sorry, No Bg Deal as my daughter is just a little bit younger than Jill. Just know that Jill is the 5' wonder and that is all that is needed.

[@shrimptopian3392]

Aptera has become a scam