#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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