Podcast Episode

Bye-Bye Nicole

Wheel Bearings··7 August 2026·1h 44m

About this episode

This week Sam had nothing scheduled so he drove his 1990 Miata around. Robbie joined in a bit late to tell us about the Lucid Gravity and Kia Telluride X-Pro SX Prestige while Nicole shared some thoughts on driving her spouse's Wrangler PHEV.Jalopnik provided a reader listicle on concepts that didn't translate well to production. Recurrent provided some data on rising prices of used EVs. Ford invited us out to Michigan Speedway to sample some products from its custom garage and see the new Bronco Desert Rising Edition. Ford also announced a partnership with GenerLink to make connecting an F-150 to the house for power backup easier. Ford is also going to be the first automaker to use Apple Maps in its upcoming Universal Electric Vehicle platform. Stellantis is adopting Mobileye's REM maps to enhance its ADAS systems and Mobileye CEO Amnon Shashua is retiring. Honda teased the next-gen Ridgeline that is still 2 years away and has stopped producing the Civic Si and Integra A-Spec with manual transmissions. We also have some listener emails.Finally we end the episode with some sad news, but don't worry, the show is going on.LinksThese Concept Cars Spawned The Most Disappointing Production Vehicles - JalopnikThese Are The 5 Best Used EV Deals For Range: StudyUsed EV values climbingApple Maps to Power the Navigation Experience for the Ford Universal Electric Vehicle PlatformDitch the Extension Cord Spaghetti: An Easier, More Affordable Way to Power Your HomeMobileye to Supply Cloud-Enhanced ADAS for Select Future Stellantis VehiclesSome People Love DIY Customization. Ford Built a Shortcut for Everyone ElseHow Utah's Desert Landscape Inspired New, Bold Ford Bronco DesignMobileye announces planned leadership transitionHonda Confirms Third-Generation Ridgeline Midsize Pickup with More Rugged Design, Arriving Within Two YearsHonda Civic Si And Manual Acura Integra Are Going To Die, But Only For A Little While - JalopnikHyundai’s 2027 Kona Shows Boxy Exterior Look, New Cockpit Design in Fresh Renderings - autoevolution Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy