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2026 New York Auto Show: Reveals Round Up This is the most news we’ve seen out of an auto show in a while, and it was nice to see. This means consumers going to the show also have a lot of new stuff to look at. We’re excited to see the breadth of new vehicles coming soon, and we really can’t wait to see what actually developed from the Hyundai Boulder Concept.

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Best Compact SUVs for Short Drivers YouTube video by car du jour

Because I am the 5th percentile female (aka the shortest person automakers design for), I'm taking a look at the best compact SUVs at the @nyautoshow for petite drivers. There are two clear winners. #cardujour youtu.be/cxO1Q4HSouc

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Consumer Guide Car Stuff Podcast Episode 321: Chinese Cars in Canada, RAV4 Review, Looking at Kia’s Newest Rides Jill and Tom welcome James Bell, Kia Head of Corporate Communications, to the show. James discusses the new Kia products seen at the New York Auto Show, as well as the redesigned Telluride midsize cro...

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Agree and agree.

My first look at the 2027 @volkswagen.bsky.social Atlas. Thoughts?

Consumer Guide Car Stuff Podcast Episode 320: Sony-Honda JV Dead, Mercedes Crossover Impresses, New Mazda CX-5 Tech Jill and Tom welcome Matthew Valbuena to the show. Mathew is Mazda Project Manager of In-Vehicle Technology, and shares with the hosts a number of connectivity features found on the all-new 2026 CX-5 ...

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Cinnamon FTW

2026 Audi Q3 First Look Review YouTube video by car du jour

Had the opportunity to check out the 2026 Audi Q3 a couple weeks ago. Here's a quick video on what I liked-- and didn't like. #cardujour #AudiQ3 youtu.be/huj4gpNpUzc

Unfortunately, two questions I can’t answer. I haven’t driven the RAV4 yet. And I only drove this for a few hours in temperate conditions. More to come.

I mean c’mon

2026 Subaru Outback Review YouTube video by car du jour

Did an at-home first-look test of the 2026 Subaru Outback, and there’s a lot to like here. #cardujour

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The secret vehicle Ford built that CEO Farley just gave to Pope Leo Ford CEO Jim Farley and his wife ended up at the Vatican last month handing over keys to a customized SUV to Pope Leo XIV.

Feel good story of the day. I know @jimfarley.bsky.social meant to keep this private, but I love that our Chicago @popeleoxiv.bsky.social is driving a vehicle made in Chicago. 🫶 www.freep.com/story/money/...

Consumer Guide Car Stuff Podcast Episode 317: Two Dead Models, Chrysler’s Uncertain Future, Cadillac’s “Air Bridge” Jill and Tom welcome veteran auto writer Gary Witzenburg to the the podcast. Garry's new book, Legends in Motion, is a collection of the author's favorite reviews and stories written over the past fou...

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I know a lot of car people. 😊 If I can’t figure it out, I know somebody who probably can.

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After getting gas in the northern suburbs of Chicago, I looked up and saw this. I have questions. #carspotter

Volvo EX30 Cross Country & XC90 PHEV Winter Drive YouTube video by car du jour

Got to play in the snow and ice with @VolvoCarUSA last week. Horrible day at the office. 😂🥶 #cardujour youtu.be/Ef-lnAnFe7w

This week's donuts: #SpunkyDunkers #Donuts #CarStuffPodcast @jillciminillo.bsky.social

2026 Toyota C-HR First-Look Review YouTube video by car du jour

Two long form videos in two days? That's crazy talk. But here you go, my first-look review of the 2026 Toyota C-HR. Yes, the electric one. #cardujour #toyotaCHR youtu.be/O8YvbhLr1iI

2026 Toyota bZ Woodland First-Look Review YouTube video by car du jour

Time spent with the 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland last week. There's a lot to like here. #cardujour #bzWoodland youtu.be/juW-ylrWdWE

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2027 Toyota Highlander revealed (and it’s an EV!) YouTube video by car du jour

Did a longer walk around of the 2027 Toyota Highlander after the reveal. I love the guy who punked my intro right at the end. 🤦🏻‍♀️ If you watch this or any of my videos, but sure to give me a “hype.” That helps smaller channels like mine in the algorithm. 🙏🙌 youtu.be/8FCw-2y8USI?...

Consumer Guide Car Stuff Podcast Episode 313: Classic Nissan Returns, Redesigned Subaru Outback, Funding Dealer Expansion The hosts are joined by Mark LaNeve, Partner at Franchise Equity Partners. Mark walks Jill and Tom through the auto dealership acquisition process, and explains how dealer principals fund growth, and ...

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Alfa Romeo, Blizzak Winter Tires Snow Drive YouTube video by car du jour

So. I had a little fun in the snow last week. Alfa Romeo teamed up with Bridgestone to showcase Blizzak 6 and Blizzak IcePeak tires on the Giulia, Stelvio and Tonale. #cardujour youtu.be/HK2zulKCXoY

Consumer Guide Car Stuff Podcast Episode 312: Tesla Kills Models, Mitsubishi Outlander Review, Best Cars of 2026 The hosts welcome Brian Moody of Kelley Blue Book to the show. Brian shares his take on the new-car market in 2026, as well as KBB’s Best Buy picks.

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2026 Lucid Air Road Trip Review YouTube video by car du jour

Getting out of Indy last weekend was rough, but the Lucid Air handled the Snowpocalypse like a champ. I only had two quibbles with this car in the frigid, snowy weather. #cardujour youtu.be/FldMWhzuCB8?...