#189 The 'Myth' of AWD; Best 2 Row SUV; Mazda3: Will It Baby?

This week, it's another all questions episode! We talk about everything from tires, crash tests, the all-wheel drive myth and the most baby-worthy car for a dad-to-be. And don't forget that you can send us your questions at [email protected]! ————————————————— Subscribe to Talking Cars on Apple Podcasts! Video version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-hq/id630839767?mt=2 Audio version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-mp3/id630831189?mt=2 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 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   SHOW NOTES ----------------------------------- 0:42 - Video Question #1: Are trucks being used for their intended design? 2:20 - Video Question #2: Where can you get a vehicle maintenance schedule if your car doesn't come with an owner's manual? 4:20 - Question #3: Among two-row SUVs, is the Hyundai Santa Fe a good choice? 6:33 - Question #4: Which Subaru is best for a teenage driver's first car? 7:58 - Question #5: Does the tire pressure on the door placard apply when you replace your vehicle's tires? 9:00 - Question #6: Do manufacturers special tune cars that are lent to the press? 10:04 - Question #7: Does CR perpetuate the all-wheel drive myth? 12:24 - Question #8: Tires aside, what other factors affect how a vehicle performs on winter roads? 14:07 - Question #9: Will the Mazda3 or Genesis G70 baby? 16:17 - Question #10: Are trucks and SUVs in a separate category when it comes to government safety and emissions standards? 17:43 - Question #11: How will the IIHS crash test vehicles in the future? 19:00 - Question #12: How do you turn on a vehicle accessory mode when you have a push button start? 19:31 -  Question #13: Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla or Mazda3? 20:38 - Question #14: What's the best all-weather tire for a 2018 VW Golf? LINKS ----------------------------------- 2019 Genesis G70 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDrN5_R3Bu0 2018 LA Auto Show: 2019 Mazda3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRfZ-oO3qpM 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZYJyewVP0I 2019 Honda Passport Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hULSTAtPt_g 2019 Chevrolet Blazer Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1XFgYyH00o 2018 Subaru Crosstrek Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4J005E_TMeY 2019 Subaru Forester Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dymKOcVk7Iw 2017 Subaru Impreza Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5bze9pGvsiY 2018 LA Auto Show: 2019 Toyota Prius AWD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uuYO8OIjl8 Do You Really Need All-Wheel Drive?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXjzYbpt9Ow AWD Showdown: Subaru Forester vs. Honda CR-V vs. Toyota RAV4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-TQdIqFvZo New All-Weather Tires Outperform Some Snow Tires: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JfEcVZvQEA Essential Winter Driving Tips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIWVRbr15ek