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This week we discuss Ford\'s new rewards program, and\\xa0whether\\xa0or not such programs really benefit car owners. At the track, we\'ve rented the\\xa0new\\xa0Honda Passport, and give our thoughts on how it stacks up\\xa0among the multitudes of SUVs. As always, we wrap with audience questions, including one about how manufacturer\\u2019s all-wheel drive systems differ.

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SHOW NOTES

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00:38 - Ford Rewards Program

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05:08 - 2019 Honda Passport

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11:40 - Question 1: Does Fuel Octane Drop Over Time?

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14:20 - Question 2: Which AWD System is the Best?

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18:08 - Question 3: Difference Between Adaptive Cruise Control Systems?

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22:15 - Question 4: Looking for a Truck With Good Reliability?

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2019 Honda Passport Quick Drive

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

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AWD Showdown: Subaru Forester vs. Honda CR-V vs. Toyota RAV4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-TQdIqFvZo

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Do you really need all-wheel drive?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXjzYbpt9Ow

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New All-Weather Tires Outperform Some Snow Tires

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JfEcVZvQEA

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Essential Winter Driving Tips

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIWVRbr15ek

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2005-2014 Toyota Tacoma Quick Take

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DCIRO_8Kbc

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2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8cQlAxir3U

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Pickup trucks - to choices

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8c1YPMtS_34

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