We've finished testing the 2019 Subaru Ascent, and let you know how it stacks up against competitors like the Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, and Mazda CX-9. We also discuss the unveiling of the all-electric Audi E-Tron SUV, as well as startup automaker Lucid securing $1 billion in funding. And as always, we answer your questions, this week about CR buying and testing unpopular cars, our most coveted advanced safety gear, and what car you should buy once you pay off your student loans!
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SHOW NOTES
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1:11 - Lucid Motors receives $1 Billion in funding
1:50 - Audi announces the E-Tron
6:10 - Subaru Ascent test results
11:17 - We have a question for you!
12:29 - Video Question #1: Level 1 vs. Level 2 EV charging
16:31 - Video Question #2: Sporty sedan shopping for $40K CAN
19:40 - Question #3: Test Car Triage
23:28 - Question #4: Which safety options to purchase for a new driver
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2019 Subaru Ascent Quick Drive:
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2017 Toyota Highlander Quick Drive:
2016 Mazda CX-9 Quick Drive:
2017 Chevrolet Bolt Quick Drive:
2016 Chevrolet Volt Quick Drive:
Electric Car Range Face-Off: Chevy Bolt vs. Tesla Model S 75D:
2016 Tesla Model S Quick Drive:
2016 Tesla Model X Quick Drive:
2018 Tesla Model 3 Quick Drive:
2018 Mazda6 Quick Drive:
2016 Infiniti Q50 Quick Drive: