#205 2019 Kia Niro EV First Impressions; Honda Fixing Its CR-V's Troubled Engines

We share our first impressions on our very own Kia Niro Electric and discuss the growing EV market. Also, Honda has finally announced that it will begin fixing the 2017 and 2018 Honda CR-Vs with the troubled 1.5-liter turbo engines. We end with audience questions, including whether there should be regulations for headlight/brake light sensors, what to know about your advanced safety system sensors in poor driving conditions, and weighing the options when purchasing a car with no spare tire.

 

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SHOW NOTES

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00:33 - Honda Extends Warranty on Troubled Turbo Engines

05:00 - Best Inexpensive Small SUVs

07:16 - 2019 Kia Niro Electric First Impressions

12:41 - Question 1: Should Regulations Exist for headlight/brake light sensors?

15:27 - Question 2: How Does CR Rate Trucks Different From Sedans?

17:50 - Question 3: Are There Cars With Advanced Safety Systems That Work in Poor Visibility?

20:31 - Question 4: Would You Purchase a Vehicle With No Spare Tire?

 

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Honda Extends Warranty on Troubled Turbo Engines

https://www.consumerreports.org/car-recalls-defects/honda-extends-warranty-on-troubled-turbo-engines/

 

What Are the Best Inexpensive Small SUVs?

https://www.consumerreports.org/suvs/best-inexpensive-small-suvs/

 

2017 Kia Niro Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UA7DkF_I0jA

 

2018 Hyundai Kona Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YcFRHiHP2E

 

2017 Honda CR-V Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwN2Tl1A5Z4

 

4K Review: 2017 Mazda CX-5 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmTVgcuD2V4

 

2014 Nissan Rogue first drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3yOoLREE3Y

 

2015 Honda CR-V Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUyV-NyUt7s

 

Flat tire fixes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=82dB4XfUc-o

 

Autos Tips: Changing a Flat Tire

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8efq2LMOz0

 

Keeping Your Car Sensors Clean

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjYwu1JnKW0

 

The Race to Protect Car Sensors From Their Biggest Foes: Dirt and Weather

https://www.consumerreports.org/car-maintenance/protect-car-sensors-from-dirt-and-weather/

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