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On this episode we share our first impressions of the 2022 Acura MDX, and how this long standing name plate competes with other three-row SUVs in its segment.\\xa0Consumer Reports, in collaboration\\xa0with IIHS, recently released a list of safe and reliable new and used cars for teen drivers, and we discuss the criteria to\\xa0make the list, as well as share our personal picks for which vehicles we\\xa0would recommend. Other topics include:\\xa0Electric vehicles\\xa0for post-covid commuting; why the auto industry\\xa0lacks standardization for\\xa0manual modes on shifters; why some car manufacturers are more proactive in implementing new technology\\xa0and making updates to their vehicles\\xa0than others; and how to safely transport a pet in a vehicle.

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SHOW NOTES

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00:00 - Intro

00:31 - Welcome Alex Knizek: CR\\u2019s Auto Engineer

02:23 - Testing at The Track

04:23 - Best Used and New Cars for Teens

09:27 - 2022 Acura MDX First Impressions

16:44 - Question #1: Which electric vehicle is best suited for post-covid work commuting?

20:32 - Question #2: Why does the auto industry lack standardization for manual modes on shifters?

23:05 - Question #3: Why some car manufacturers are more proactive in implementing new technology and making updates to their vehicles than others?

27:16 - Question #4: What is the safest way to transport your pet in a vehicle?

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First Drive: 2022 Acura MDX Luxury SUV Adds Refinement and Tech

https://www.consumerreports.org/suvs/acura-mdx-suv-review/

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Best New Cars for Teens

https://www.consumerreports.org/new-cars/best-new-cars-for-teens/

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Best Cars for Teens Under $20,000

https://www.consumerreports.org/teen-driving/best-cars-for-teens/

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2016 Toyota RAV4 Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEnMo_G7eM8

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4K Review: 2017 Mazda CX-5 Quick Drive

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

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2018 Mazda6 Quick Drive

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

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2017 Chevrolet Bolt Quick Drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIYG0NR42LU

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2018 LA Auto Show: Audi E-Tron

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBV9nrd6_mo

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How to Keep Your Pets Safe in a Car

https://www.consumerreports.org/car-safety/keep-pets-safe-in-the-car/

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Center for Pet Safety

https://www.centerforpetsafety.org/

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Guide to Car Safety

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

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Coronavirus Resource Hub

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

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