2022 Year in Review
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On this episode, we recap 2022 and share our personal picks for the best and worst cars we tested this year. We also discuss the biggest trends in the auto industry, including the evolution of electric vehicles, infotainment customization and smartphone apps that enhance the ownership experience. We share what we're most looking forward to in the year ahead.
SHOW NOTES:
0:00 - Intro
1:18 - Favorite car tested in 2022
4:54 - Least favorite care tested in 2022
9:49 - Biggest surprise or disappointment
13:40 - Best looking test car of 2022
17:36 - Vehicle most likely to succeed
20:27 - Best/worst interior
22:16 - Best/worst infotainment
24:37 - Favorite trend of the year
27:28 - Cars we wish would come back
29:40 - Car the we wish would go away
33:23 - Most sought after test car among CR staff
34:05 - Which test car spent the most time at the dealer?
35:59 - Looking ahead to 2023
LINKS:
Top Picks in Autos for 2022: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/top-picks-in-autos-2022-a2329638847/
10 Most Reliable Cars: consumerreports.org/car-reliability-owner-satisfaction/10-most-reliable-cars-a6569295379/
Gift guide for Car Lovers: https://www.consumerreports.org/gift-giving/gift-guide-for-car-lovers-a9537905852/
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#310 Should Chip Shortage Stop Me From Buying a Car? Will Lifting Suspension Affect Safety?
#309 2021 Nissan Rogue; Ford F-150 Lightning
#308 2022 Acura MDX First Impressions; Best Used and New Cars For Teens
#307 2021 Kia Sorento; Gas Shortage; RV & Camper Tire Dangers
#306 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray First Impressions; Why is This Smart Car Trying to Tow Anything?
#305 We Answer Questions About Our Recent Tesla Coverage; 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Test Results
#304 2022 Hyundai Tucson; 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Preview
#303 2021 Genesis GV80 Test Results; EV Danger in Standing Water; Comfort Pet Peeves
#302 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander; Rivian Adventure Network
#301 2022 KIA Carnival First Impressions; What Is Driving Up New Car Prices?
#300 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe; the Future of Infrastructure, Self-Driving, and EVs
#299 2021 Buick Envision First Impressions; The Rise of Destination Fees
#298 Car Lease Negotiation Tips; Is Buying A High Mileage Used Vehicle Sensible?
#297: 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 First Impressions; Kia Carnival
#296 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid First Impressions; CR's New Green Choice Program
#295 2021 Ford Bronco Sport First Impressions; New Chevrolet Bolt EUV
#294 2021 Polestar 2 First Impressions; New Nissan Frontier & Pathfinder
#293 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E First Impressions; Redesigned Tesla Model S
#292 2021 Toyota Sienna First Impressions; Finding Parts for Classic Vehicles
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