#306 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray First Impressions; Why is This Smart Car Trying to Tow Anything?

We recently welcomed the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray into our test fleet, and we share our first impressions on its driving dynamics, styling, and interior drawbacks. Also, with Corvette always giving buyers more performance per dollar than other automakers, we compare how this first ever mid-engine Corvette compares to other, more exotic sports cars, like Ferraris and Lamborghinis. We also discuss whether Rivian's new Adventure charging network will accommodate other manufacturer's EVs, or be proprietary like Tesla Superchargers. Other topics include: which SUV is best suited for an adventurous family; is it wise to replace original larger wheels on a vehicle with a smaller size; and if a Smart car is capable of towing.

 

 

 

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SHOW NOTES

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00:00 - Introduction

23:24 - Question #1: Will Rivian’s Adventure charging network other EVs or be proprietary like Tesla?

26:22 - Question #2: Which SUV is best suited for an adventurous family?

30:24 - Question #3: Is a Smart car capable of towing anything at all?

33:02 - Question #4: Would it be wise to replace original equipment larger wheels for a smaller size?

 

 

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Midengine 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Impresses at the Consumer Reports Track

https://www.consumerreports.org/sports-cars/2020-chevrolet-corvette-stingray-review/

 

2014 Chevrolet Corvette first drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l84rkxwqx4

 

Low-profile Tires vs. Potholes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FBdRy0utyaM

 

2020 Kia Telluride Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBNhy1Putrs

 

2018 LA Auto Show: 2020 Hyundai Palisade

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uFbbBDcCYYg

 

Guide to Car Safety

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/

 

Coronavirus Resource Hub

https://www.consumerreports.org/coronavirus/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/

 

 

 

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