Questions, Coffee & Cars

[@RigiLiquid945]

14:40 My 2019 Kia Niro SX Touring Hybrid doesn't even have a 12V battery. It uses a section of the drive battery. One winter it was around -40 overnight and the car didn't want to start. There is a button to press on the dash that instantly self recharges the engine starter section using the rest of the battery, and then it started. The car has been very reliable and efficient. My wife and I use it as the primary car, and my 2019 Sorento V6 is the secondary vehicle and I use it for towing sometimes.

[@stevenstewart1308]

It does have a 12v battery, it's just inside the high voltage battery case.

[@10OF9OFBORG]

Lots of interesting conversations on electric, hybrid and plug in hybrid vehicles. I do have a button underneath of my dashboard has recharging the 12v battery and so far I haven’t use it…yet. Thanks for answering my question. That’s helps others! Great show Andrea! Cheers! ☕️☕️

[@palebeachbum]

I love distinctive car colors. I feel safer driving them since they're more noticeable on the road. My favorite color I've owned so far is Kiwi Green on my 2014 Mirage hatchback. Such a fun color. Regarding the RVR/Outlander Sport, we have had two in the family since new. A 2015 GT 2.4 and a 2019 ES 2.0. No, they're not fancy, but we find them comfortable, have good handling, an elevated driving position, and they've been nothing less than bulletproof. The 10yr/100k mile warranty is extra peace of mind. Fuel economy is decent for a 3,300 lbs. vehicle with among the highest ground clearance in the segment. The 2.4L routinely gets 27mpg in the city and 31mpg on the highway. The only complaint I have is the narrow rear doors. Adult feet don't fit well between the doorframe and seat cushion when getting in and out. Personally, I'd rather own a low-tech, reliable vehicle. I'll let other people buy the new designs packed full of unnecessary tech that costs 4-figures to repair. I'd rather take a vacation or pay off debt.

[@danhall3450]

USA Today recently had an article singing the praises of the Mitsu Mirage being the lowest priced car in America! I had two Mitsu twins (Dodge Colt & Plymouth Colt Vista / Mitsu Expo LRV in the 1990s) Both were very economical & utilitarian. The Colt Vista was quite comfortable, fuel efficient, and I could tow 2,000 lb fishing boat over Cascade Mt passes with it (which may also explain why it needed a new tranny at 70,000 miles).

[@nickolastiguan]

13:17 just to add (using new Toyota hybrid as an example), the only two extra service required are coolant for the hybrid inverter, and filters for the hybrid battery. Other than that, The fluid for both front and rear transaxle are just drain and fill, similar to transfer case and rear diff.

[@jimmathieson9549]

Non turbo engines are my goal for less complication and expense fixing

[@moisetopaz]

Great show, guys. Good topics discussed. Especially the hybrid topic. 🙌🏽👏🏾👏🏾

[@JohnHogg-t4t]

Have a 2020 UX 250h, needs a new battery, five year. The Cold Cranking Amps of the OEM are very low 235 vs. the new battery 435 from CT. Small battery, low amps, you are right Zac

[@JimAllder11]

Good to see Zack's eye has healed up really well. Another terrific show! Cheers! 🥂🎉👍💯

[@malcolmbennett3555]

Zak........for EVs they use a DC-DC convertor to charge the 12v battery from the main high voltage battery. The inverter(s) convert the stored DC electricity in the high voltage battery to AC to drive the electric motor(s).

[@jeffer1101]

Just some clarification regarding the 12V battery in hybrids in Toyota's system. The 12V battery is only for running the vehicle's electronics. There is no starter motor, which is why the 12V battery is quite small and why they tell you not to "boost" another vehicle, since you'll likely damage that battery as it is too small to start a conventional car. The 12V battery is typically located in the rear of the vehicle as well, not under the hood, so it's not something quickly accessible. There also isn't direct battery connections allowing you to "boost" another vehicle. In the Toyota hybrid system, the main high voltage battery provides the power and MG1 (motor generator 1) starts the gas engine. MG1 also charges the high voltage battery. MG2 is what actually drives the wheels when needed (and MG3 for AWD models). There is also a voltage regulator that charges the 12V battery from the main hybrid system. The 12V in the Toyota hybrid vehicles is actually quite small. The reason is it doesn't have a lot of amps capability (which is why it could get damaged if you try to start a conventional vehicle with it). The starter motor draws a LOT of current, which is why the 12V batteries in regular cars are quite a bit larger, heavier and expensive. Since the Toyota hybrid system doesn't have a starter motor, it doesn't need such a robust 12V battery.

[@ronkemperful]

Thanks for the excellent information. My 1st & 2nd gen Prius had a very small battery in the trunk, rear-hatch area. However in regards to being inexpensive, despite the small, tiny design, the batteries were around 200 dollars for a replacement that is just for parts, if you could find a replacement as not many of the 1st gen Prius were made, and the battery is more like a motorcycle battery in size. The battery on my 1st gen Prius also had a rubber vent tube for safety as accumulating hydrogen gases can be explosive in a confined area such as the trunk. Jumping an accessory 12 volt battery is also a bad idea as the inverter that is used to convert the high voltage hybrid battery's current to the lower voltage of the accessory battery is very fragile and can be fried when jumping another car.

[@johnmartin7158]

Good point, the batteries aren’t that big in some Toyota hybrids I believe.

[@daner3681]

Thank you great detail in your show.

[@billurban1581]

11:50: Regarding CVTs. The optimum set-up uses a normal transmission IMO. My Volvo, with an eight speed trans, has the electric motor in the rear axle. This provides all wheel drive without the complexity and frictional losses of a driveshaft. It also frees up the driveshaft tunnel to store the battery in a protected cavity. Regarding CVTs vs eCVTs . . . A continuously variable transmission is a continuously variable transmission (yes, the Toyota planetary gearset design is vastly superior to the belt and pulley).

[@billurban1581]

Another informative questions, coffee, and cars.

[@lsft]

As with the 12V battery issue - My 12V battery died on the NX phev a few times and the dealership replaced it with a bigger battery and I have connected a battery monitor with the 12V battery and noticed at when driving the car does a nominal charge at 12.7-12.8Vs which is extremely slow. With the tech and mobile app pulling the 12V battery while the car is off, it drains the 12V battery much faster than normal. I have learnt to idle my phev if I drive short distances for 15 mins so that it will do a charge so that it can maintain a decent charge on the 12V battery.

[@Rissybear]

Is this only on the plug in? Or does it apply to the regular Hybrid as well? Would it be safe to set up a trickle charger every night?

[@lsft]

@Rissybear I've seen reports on hybrids as well. I do have a trickle charger on my NX and plug it in while I'm away and also once every few weeks. Don't need to do it daily.

[@Rissybear]

@ thanks! About to get a hybrid.. don’t live in too cold of climate ( southwest USA) .. but sometimes I don’t use my car but 1 time a week. My parents have a 23 Venza and don’t use it too often either but never had a problem with their 12 v battery. Do you recommend a specific brand of trickle charger? Just want to be prepared lol

[@lsft]

@Rissybear my channels has a bunch of videos on this topic. If you don't live in too cold temperatures and don't drive short distances you most likely will be fine. I assume your parents don't use the mobile app as much as well?

[@Rissybear]

@ oh the mobile app affects the battery? I will use it but not too often.. I don’t start my cars ahead of time on the app…but no my parents don’t use it at all

[@KenCheng]

I heard from another KZbinr car reviewer that (supposedly) cars that have exclusive colors that's only offered on certain trims will hold their value better. Like the baby blue color that BMW had only on the M3 back in the early 2000s. So, that car today would be valued higher than another M3 of the same condition but black or grey etc etc. (🤷)

[@frankdeboer1347]

Used Ford Fusion hybrid. Quietest car I've ever owned.

[@timwinkel72]

I own a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SE, its been very reliable. Plus it's built-in Japan

[@davidjym]

The key is Japan built.

[@ronkemperful]

Where I come from, a large high altitude valley in Colorado, we have only one car wash for a 20,000 sq. Kilometer area. Snow and subzero weather can be expected between the end of August to the beginning of June. We have a long standing tradition of washing our cars once a year whether they needed or not. Silver or gold metallic paint works best in that miserable climate but we all joke the dirt helps protect the paint from the sun.

[@g.a.2522]

@andreaspencer9813 Hi I found it interesting you mentioned hyundai 12v battery. I actually have a 2021 hyundai sonatat hybrid and recently discovered the reason why hyundai and kia hybrid cars have this 12 v battery reset button is because these cars dont have a physical 12v battery anywhere within the car. Rather the manual says the drive train battery has been partitioned similar to a how a hard drive can be partitioned for a computer. So the 12v battery is integrated with the drivetrain battery under the seats. Therefore any parasitic draw from the car would cut the battery off to prevent further degradation and a complete loss to the battery. Though these cars do have terminals in the engine bay such as to jumpstart someone elses car if needed. Apparently 12v battery never needs to be replaced. Thats a pro and a con. If 12v battery partition is fried up, that would mean the entire drive train battery needs replacing. Though the pro is this car will never leave you stranded such as if you accidentally left lights on overnight since system will cut off battery to prevent total loss

[@russellvoth5161]

The colors of vehicles for resale is intersecting , when i've been looking for a Red vehicle alot of sale people said that Red doesn' t sell all that well . I have a hard time seeing white and silver vehicles as they not as high visible to me. So the seven year old deep cycle battery on my Cummins when at -16c just didn't want to start and need a charge. I f you Porsches were in here at this -16c they might not start compared to the Mild climate of Vancouver. Great show Andrea Zack

[@blissfuljoy6049]

I'm in several car groups on Facebook and batteries dying is a top complaint, regardless of power train. Brand new cars dying within months or making the car throw a bunch of warnings. I'm starting to think the manufacturers are cheaping out or underestimating the batteries that are needed.

[@drn13355]

New cars have tons of electronics compared to older cars. They use a lot more energy. However everything about new cars is overall way more reliable. Even tire technology is light years better than even 20 years ago. I live in Wyoming and I remember in the 90s there would be cars broke down or with blowouts all over on I-80. The technology and engineering of new vehicles is pretty amazing.

[@blissfuljoy6049]

@drn13355 Yeah, overall I prefer new cars. I love the advancements. Batteries really shouldn't die that quickly though. Hopefully they will figure out what is draining them or improve the type they use soon.

[@djplonghead5403]

@@drn13355yeah, it’s all electronics. The anti theft and proximity key might be problems. Some cars turn on lights when you get near them which might cause drain. Etc.

[@Kmn55650]

Black is great as long as you like washing your car a lot. If not, a lighter colour is usually better I have an RX. I will attest to the width. It seems vary spacious to me, and not claustrophobic at all.

[@dcb113]

Agreed. Piano black is great - on the outside. So bored with all the grey cars on the road. Last colour I would buy.

[@lawdog516]

@@dcb113Black vehicles look awesome for about 15 minutes after you wash them then the layer of dust starts to form, a nightmare if your anal !!!! lol😂

[@BenjaminKendrick-p7m]

That's some Serious Coffee!

[@chrislowe4310]

Agree to many cars and trucks in white, grey or black. My last 2 trucks were black so this time I got a 23 Silverado in red hot and yes it's a bright red. I am old enough to remember the wild colours of the 70's, the purple Roadrunner and Dart/Duster comes to mind. I had a red 93 Cherokee and a 02 Dodge Ram 2500 and the colour never affected the resale that I know of.

[@brianvillamar]

Hmm someone set it to AM instead of PM haha

[@calebwany8422]

What you mean bro, it's AM over here

[@andreaspencer9813]

Yes we did, we put it out at 12am instead of 12pm. You get to see us even earlier! Lol!

[@Rissybear]

@@andreaspencer9813I like it earlier so I can watch while getting ready for work lol 😂 US mountain time here

[@gobear83]

My wife said she would leave me if I bought a Range Rover …boy am I going to miss her

[@Themeparkanxiety]

Sounds about right...😂

[@dcb113]

Too expensive to keep them both.

[@danhall3450]

I think Zak is correct about lighter weight 12v batteries. That is a problem with 2015- 2023 Subaru Outbacks & Kia Niro PHEVs. For both those cars, typical life about 3 yrs give or take a year depending on the car's usage. How do I know? I have owned both vehicles & am active on owner's forums for those models. It is a minor, but sometimes very inconvenient problem but both Kia & Subaru will usually replace the battery under warranty within the 1st 3 years. Subaru recently upgraded their OEM batteries (2023 I believe). Otherwise, both cars are generally quite solid.

[@Snerdles]

Zak, in a hybrid/PHEV the 12V battery usually runs the accessories only. It's needed to turn on the computer and connect to drive battery but rather than a starter it will have a motor/generator which is just a beefier motor designed for continuous use rather than high output cranking which is usually driven by the drive battery (since it's output voltage is easiest to use as the generator when the engine isn't driving the wheels if the voltage is the drive battery voltage). My hyundai Ioniq PHEV also has a DC-DC voltage converter which is why the accessory battery meters high when you turn the vehicle on even though the engine isn't running. It also has the battery saver system which is supposed to detect a low voltage 12V battery and then connect the DC-DC system to charge the 12V battery but that doesn't seem to work as the vehicle has left me stranded 8 times aince I got it, 7 of them due to 12V battery issues. Yes, the 12V battery is very much smaller, and no it is not rated to crank an engine (which is why you shouldn't use hybrids to boost other vehicles). What I can do, however, is if the car needs to charge I can justvleave it turned on while charging the drive battery, which keeps the DC-DC converter on so it will keep the 12V system topped up. I started doing that every once in a while and my 12V issues went away. I also purchased a little solar panel that I leave on my cargo cover which trickle charges the 12V battery so that if I don't use it much for a few days it will stay topped off since it has to report in all yhe spy data so that hyundai knows what I eat for supper and those types of things. If a hybrid didn't have the DC-DC system then you'd be draining your 12V battery every time the engine cycles off and they'd be dying all over the place.

[@Snerdles]

Also, not having a starter is what makes hybrid/PHEV vehicle the best for anyone who does delivery as a job/side hussle. Since you are turning your car on and off every 10 minutes or so a common problem is burning out starters... Not possible if you don't have one.

[@pghiggy2826]

My 2023 Kia hybrid has a reset button.

[@RegCoulter]

On my Canadian 2024 Honda CRV Hybrid Touring model, the under hood 12V battery, DOES NOT start the ICE. The high voltage battery pack is the battery that is enabled to start the engine. You are quite correct though, that the 12V battery is a smaller capacity battery that only operates, the lights, accessories, infotainment system, and BCM modules and computers. All other power requirements are dealt with by the HV battery and the inverter. I use one of the Honda sold Optimate Battery Tenders when I am not going to be driving my vehicle for several days (that does not happen very often) and it is hard wired to the 12V battery terminals, with a long polarized connection plug, making it very easy to plug in without doing it the wrong way. I used the item on my previous 13 year old Civic and like you, found that the original battery lasted over 10 years. For $70 Cdn dollars, it was a good purchase.

[@TerrySmith1953]

You guys are a hoot! Love this channel and as fellow MetroVan people that also helps. Quick question: when you do your rear seat leg & head room demos, how do you set the front seat? Thanks.

[@Jay-j6m2l]

Dark color cars show the dirt more.

[@gr743g43ggfb4]

Regarding the colour topic, having a red interior is the worst thing you can do if you care about resale. I am in the market for a Cayenne and all the cheapest ones for sale have red interiors.

[@hereigoagain5050]

If I ran a car company, I'd hire Andrea to drop by the design studio every month to give a thumbs up or down. Or, have an Andrea Edition trim level.

[@billurban1581]

13:40: Zack: “Audi let their main line cars sit on the vine for way too long.” But recent discussions have commented on the durability of Volvo’s eight year old platform (“elegant”), needing only a minor refresh or two. Perhaps Audi should hire some Swedish designers.

[@aarzu10]

I think that Audi designed their cars to be contemporary, Volvo designed them to be timeless. That's the difference.

[@BertrandRacicot]

For cold climate states or provinces you got to have a "AGM" battery in your car. About every Honda and Toyota they changed the battery in Québec.

[@lancemontes]

Those outfits 🔥

[@MegaMijit]

Timestamps (Powered by Merlin AI) 00:03 - Car color significantly impacts resale value and buyer perception. 02:14 - Color choice influences resale value and popularity of vehicles. 04:21 - Discusses reliability and size differences in SUVs. 06:39 - Discussion of vehicle options for larger individuals and upcoming Audi models. 08:39 - Hybrid vehicles' efficiency depends on their transmission systems. 10:57 - The Mitsubishi RVR offers dated technology with limited reliability ratings. 13:01 - Hybrids are the most reliable cars, particularly from Toyota. 15:18 - Discussed 12-volt battery issues in hybrid cars under cold climates. 17:29 - Managing 12V battery issues in vehicles efficiently. 19:17 - Luxury and well-insulated vehicles excel in noise reduction. 21:11 - Audience engagement through Instagram questions enhances the show.

[@btrew2u]

Point of interest: A retired chemist once told me (about 10 yrs ago) that there are 4 car colours that never fade - black, gray, silver and blue.

[@williamconrad1087]

My brother bought a Honda accord, in grey instead of blue because that’s what his wife picked. When he sold it he asked me first and I said, no on grey but if it had been blue I would’ve.

[@rahulkanda580]

Hey guys, how's it going? You're giving us really helpful info. Thanks a bunch!

[@davidjym]

I believe today's 'compact' SUVs have the same width as 'mid-sized' SUVs from a few years ago .... make sure to check if they could fit into the garage first before buying.

[@grantboucher9342]

spme colors are right for some cars say yellow lincoln, or a copper one white . that yellow is good for corvette

[@horse__power7891]

I am so tired of white, black, silver, grey, and red vehicles with black and gray interiors. Are colorful, stylish vehicles as in 1950’s through 1960’s ever going to make a comeback?

[@Tonga2]

I’ve read the Toyota 12 volt battery runs the electronics and is charged buy the hybrid system and has NO alternator like an ICE to charge the battery. The engine is started buy the smaller electric motor in the ECVT and hybrid lithium battery not the 12 volt battery because the ICE has no starter motor either. Basically the 12 volt battery starts the EV part of the system, if it’s dead it won’t come to life.

[@Snerdles]

That's true, most, if not all, hybrids and plugins work that way. Just think if you had your AC running in a traffic jam and your engine turns off... Every single traffic jam would be a graveyard of dead hybrids if they didn't work that way.

[@michaelguzman6824]

Our favorite colored car we owned was a 1985 BMW Cosmos Blue…..we would buy another vehicle in that color…it was a light blue metallic 😎

[@billurban1581]

I had a beautiful 2015 BMW in midnight blue. It was built in Leipzig Germany, but I picked it up at the South Carolina factory, where they said it stood out in their showroom/entrance foyer because they didn’t use that particular shade of blue in South Carolina. The factory and museum tour, and the German cuisine, was worth a trip.

[@urbo42]

Some of the parasitic draws on modern vehicles come from being constantly connected by things like the Ford Pass system. This is supposed to keep things up to date - in my 2019 F150 Lariat, I had to get a trickle charger as the vehicle was always garaged and couldn't find the signal so was always trying to connect without success. My Tesla was always looking for the updates too while sitting in the other garage, but at least it was always plugged in anyway. One thing that hybrid systems often need that is forgotten is servicing the battery cooling system if the cars have liquid cooling (Nissan Leaf's batteries were not liquid cooled and look where that got them). On the Volt I had, a complete change of the coolant for the engine and the separate battery cooling system was recommended every five years (I did it twice over the 11 years I owned the car). Keeping these batteries in their happy place is the secret to long life and the cooling system is critical. My Volt system never allowed more than an 80 per cent charge or less than a 30 per cent charge. The main batteries had liquid cooling and the car was delivering the same electric range as when new after 11 years. The 12V battery was original and this car was an Ontario vehicle - maybe this was just dumb luck though. I'm still waiting for the Prius Prime I ordered in October 23 - month 14 now. I should never have sold the Volt.

[@Ultrafrozen]

My Blueprint blue RAV4 is such a dark blue that it looks black in the dark. I don't care about resale value, I get at least ten years of enjoyment out of them then they go to family members.

[@r.michaels.9970]

Quick update from Germany regarding the next Audi Q3 Generation: The well respected ‚Auto Motor & Sport‘ Magazine has it in the 4th quarter of 2025 in their annual preview calendar that just got published (with an October 2025 launch date) - which would mean it will come out as a 2026 model. Don’t trust any of the AI renderings as those are all speculative…

[@CedroCron]

Toyota's have head gasket issues on the Prius engines as they approach 150-200K. They keep revising this system and although better, they continue to be a problem. Other than that specific model we haven't noticed them having any issues with the ones that come through our shop.

[@miatared]

Would love to hear your thoughts on Dashcams. Do they represent a wise purchase. I will personally use some footage of beautiful scenery, but never really had any mishap... Worth it?

[@magnoliap5824]

I have a cheap dash cam on both vehicles. Plugs into 12 volt and sticks to windshield (suction) cup. It’s worth it they were around $35-40

[@miatared]

Am looking for Andrea & Zach's opinions.... 😂

[@magnoliap5824]

@@miatared good luck with that

[@trumpisastump9382]

The difference of the resale value of a RAV 4 in grey vs. blue is within a few hundred dollars.

[@davidjym]

Because it's a RAV 4

[@sashamillaus9187]

I don’t have IG as I belong to an older generation. Can you please talk about air suspension? I see this in many SUVs e.g. GMC suvs. Does this make the ride smoother?

[@JuanCaWI]

This is great. Plans to release in Podcast format?

[@joseluislagosr]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, TODAY IS OUR BIRTHDAY ! 😊

[@virgil3241]

Love our RVR, have one since 2017, and regular maintenance, and no issues. Its basic, and for some, thats what a lot of people want. Wife drives it daily

[@davidjym]

I really like the RVR except dealership network isn't as great as other mainstream Japanese counterpart.

[@davidpaisley9949]

The Niro startup battery is not acid. It is solid like the hybrid battery.

[@garthhowe297]

A consideration looking at a Mitsubishi would be how close a dealer is. They are pretty rare.

[@aec258]

Came here to laugh at the first person who says Toyota

[@fredjemal3689]

Or the first Hybrid or EV question.

[@VWGTI123]

Can you please review a Lexus ES 350. I think it is one of the best last analog cars. IMO

[@djplonghead5403]

6:30 I wonder if they would like the Crown Signia

[@paininthepatoot]

Most electric motors will be sealed units with no maintenance possible.

[@billurban1581]

On mine, there is a cooling system for the rear axle electric motor. The reservoir is in the engine compartment. Als9, there is a reduction gear.

[@N8844H]

Buy the color that pleases you. Whatever you might lose in resale you gain back every day of ownership.

[@Themeparkanxiety]

Agreed

[@billurban1581]

Not a “type of reliable car” comment, but of brands generally: in the JD Power reliability survey, we can find the average for the five most reliable brands (1.56 per car), and the average for the five lease reliable brands (2.74 per car). A car in the least reliable group will - on average - have LESS THAN ONE additional reliability issue than a car in the most reliable group, in the third year of ownership. On this anthill is built the tower of “ultra important, sink or swim” reliability ratings.

[@nlken7175]

Have Toyota Canada released the new 4Runner pricing? USA got their pricing and it increased too much.5K+

[@paulstein9258]

Why does Toyota use lithium ion in some models (my 2021 Venza), but nickel hydride in others (Highlander) ?

[@En-Route1]

Buy a Canadian made vehicle- ref. the 25% Tariffs to impact Canada’s financial stability

[@josephpanozzo4815]

I remember reading a while back that Mazda’s Skyactive motors promised great gas mileage. But I see unexceptional fuel economy ratings in reality.

[@moisetopaz]

A black car is very nice, if you keep it clean.

[@xsej4223]

And if you could avoid any swirl or scratches

[@danielmiedema5836]

It will never look as good as when you drive it off the dealer showroom

[@davidjym]

Dark Grey might be better for reasons mentioned.

[@GEKay-xt2cq]

My brother had a yellow sedan. People kept mistaking him for a cab (seriously).

[@adamwright9741]

A comparison between Mercedes GLE and Mazda CX 70, please! Makes you go, "Hmmm...", doesn't it?

[@cardiogirl798]

Ok guys a quick question Just in process of moving from Alberta to PG bc My Toyota rav 4 xle has crapped out and I need a new vehicle am looking at a 2022 Jeep Cherokee trailhawk any thoughts you all could share I want a V6 with automatic transmission Originally wanted a Honda passport but super expensive for even base model

[@foxlake6750]

Check the reliability, most Jeeps don’t rate very well. Buy another RAV4 or Subaru, depending if there is a dealer in the area.

[@David-t4d4s]

Watch car wizard a great mechanic he says run away from the traverse and Chevy equinox

[@grantboucher9342]

but i like white color is it a color

[@IamGroot786]

I will probably get some blow back for this comment, but here it goes. Yes, the Tucson and Sportage may seem like a good value and great bang for your buck. However, those Hyundai vehicles just do not last. Last Spring I spent a fair amount of time in junkyards looking for a pickup box for an old truck that my kid and I are bringing back to life. Guess what brand was well represented in those junkyards? I will point out, most of them were not there because they were in a wreck. No, they seemed perfectly fine and rather new. You may pay more for a Lexus up front, but it's a Toyota underneath.

[@jdemaninco]

I bought a 2007 Hyundai Entourage minivan new and traded it in when I got my Forester in 2015. Had 310,000 plus miles and still ran like a champ when I traded it in. Just did regular maintenance and replaced the headlight bulbs twice. I'm on my 2nd Forester and loving them.

[@dorrito]

That first question makes no sense, and he ruined her from having a great color. and zack is right, it's self fulfilling. The better-looking colors sell better if selling yourself. Not talking flashy oranve or lime green, but something like green, blue, or lunar rock. Why? Because they are harder to get. I myself pay more for the color I like. Black/grey/white are everywhere and cheap.

[@davidjym]

Dark blue has been my past three cars color choice

[@ani_ds12]

Mazda cx30 Battery died in just 3 years, haha!

[@MrFlyinghigh11]

What car are you guys currently in?

[@andreaspencer9813]

It's our Porsche Cayenne

[@djplonghead5403]

Get a used Buick lacrosse. Cheap and rides like a cloud.

[@alanthomasgramont]

I’d like to have the income to buy as many cars as these two. Apparently I’ve made the wrong choices.

[@davidjym]

If you're a car guy .........

[@tfisthisman]

Zac stop gaslighting me, I didn't subscribe.

[@Motormouth...]

Get on it man....

[@FeuerhammerX]

For some reason, I thought Zack was colour blind.

[@davidjym]

I think he have mentioned that a while ago

[@geo7mad]

you'll be surprised by the number of mitsubishi fans out there.

[@davidjym]

The RVR was my 2nd choice after the Crosstrek because it was smaller in size.

[@geo7mad]

@ I drive a 2013 outlander and I am the first owner. No problems since I owned it. Took care of it with regular maintenance. Love the v6 and the automatic sportronic transmission. All japan made. Drove Mitsubishi since ‘89 starting with the Mitsubishi Sigma then owned several Lancers. Love my Mitsubishis.

[@grantboucher9342]

wtf is up with the drones flying around...................and people still pooping at wasaga beach on ca

[@dankendell8324]

Please make this a real podcast. I like you guys. I have zero interest in watching or keeping the KZbin app open.

[@cherylcawsey8992]

You can turn on the KZbin on your phone and listen through your android or car play. I do it all the time. You don’t see pictures of the models they are talking about but it is very much like listening to a podcast

[@IamnotJokic]

Sounds like a “you” problem.

[@ALEXANDER_MARIO_S.]

First

[@SteveCross007]

Did they even do a review on the AMG 63 Gwagon 2025 🫣