#176 2019 Cadillac XT4; How to Deal with Pushy Car Salespeople

We just took delivery of the 2019 Cadillac XT4 at the track. We share our first impressions on the luxury subcompact, how it stacks up to others in the class, and wonder who this segment is really trying to appeal to! We also discuss recent engine recalls by Subaru and Toyota, give a not-so-teary eulogy for GM's Book car subscription service, and answer audience questions, including one about dealership business model and high pressure situations with car salespeople.   --------------------------------- Have a question for our experts? Leave a comment on this episode, or reach out to us directly!   From your iOS device, iMessage us at [email protected] to send a photo, video, or text directly to the Talking Cars team!   We love to feature our viewers on the show, so submit video questions at https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-talking-cars/   Subscribe to Talking Cars on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jr8wJRJyN9v8T6LC1fQQ6     SHOW NOTES -----------------------------------   00:56 - Subaru and Toyota Recalls 03:25 - GM Suspends: Book by Cadillac   08:11 - 2019 Cadillac XT4   13:02 - Question 1: Choosing Between Scion xB and Mazda3   15:17 - Question 2: Using FCW and AEB in Wintery Conditions   17:49 - Question 3: High Pressure Situations with Salespeople   21:48 - Question 4: Is Blind-Spot Warning Necessary?   ----------------------------------- 2018 New York Auto Show: 2019 Cadillac XT4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeqN7zuP344   Subaru and Toyota to Recall 165,000 Vehicles for Engine Issues https://www.consumerreports.org/car-recalls-defects/subaru-and-toyota-recall-engine-issues-stalling/ Buy, Lease, or Subscribe? Automakers Offer New Approaches to Car Ownership https://www.consumerreports.org/buying-a-car/buy-lease-or-subscribe-automakers-offer-new-approaches-to-car-ownership/ 8 Best Cars for Teen Drivers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lE6pLbbt428   6 Safety Sensors to Clean on Your Car This Winter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDpdorEOeUc 2014 Mazda3 first drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAqcc5ykuKY   ----------------------------------- Check out http://www.ConsumerReports.org for the latest reviews, tips, and recommendations and subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/1Nlb1Ez    Follow Us on Social: Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1IQ2w5q Twitter: http://bit.ly/1Yf5Fh2 Pinterest: http://bit.ly/1P37mM9 Instagram: http://bit.ly/1I49Bzo Google+: http://bit.ly/1Md3gfQ