#222 2020 Ford Escape First Impressions; California Emissions Update

We drive the all-new 2020 Ford Escape at the Consumer Reports test track, and share our first impressions of the redesigned small SUV. Plus, we discuss the latest developments in in California's emissions regulations, and what it all means for consumers. We also answer audience questions about car subscription programs, solutions for fixing a rough ride in your car or truck, and use our testing expertise to determine the most fuel efficient speed for highway driving. ————————————————— 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 ----------------------------------- 0:30 - California Emissions Update 6:54 - 2020 Ford Escape First Impressions 15:00 - Viewer Questions 15:15 - Video Question #1: What's the deal with car subscription services; are they a better option than a traditional lease agreement? 20:15 - Video Question #2: If you owned a driving school, what cars would be in your fleet for students to drive? 24:09 - Video Question #3: What's a more fuel efficient commute for a Genesis G70? 27:07 - Video Question #4: What's the best way to identify a shimmy in a 2013 Honda Pilot? LINKS ----------------------------------- 2017 Ford Escape Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXE5yx4SQ9s 2020 Ford Explorer First Impressions; Talking Cars #216: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tsYFGPyX9F0 2018 Ford F-150 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGEmjjPCCeQ 2017 Genesis G70 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDrN5_R3Bu0 2016 Honda Pilot Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhJBb143fho 2016 Honda Civic Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1hAWTiNz8M 2016 Ford Focus Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Q8vDHouqcU 2015 Toyota Camry Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOjFn2qI3HM Don't Want to Own a Car? Try 'Subscribing': https://www.consumerreports.org/buying-a-car/dont-want-to-own-try-a-car-subscription-service/

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