#292 2021 Toyota Sienna First Impressions; Finding Parts for Classic Vehicles

This week we share our first impressions of the 2021 Toyota Sienna, and discuss the livability of this all-new minivan, the driving characteristics of the standard hybrid powertrain, and how it stacks up against competitors like the Chrysler Pacifica and Honda Odyssey. We also discuss tips for keeping LED headlights clear of ice and snow in winter weather, the best way to track down parts for classic cars, decipher all the acronyms and initials on the trim lines from various manufacturers, and how driving positions play a role in crash safety. ----------------------------------- 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 ----------------------------------- 00:00 - Introduction 00:33 - 2021 Toyota Sienna First Impressions 11:41 - Question #1: How to track down pmts for a classic vehicle? 14:48 - Question #2: How to keep LED headlights clear of snow and ice in the winter? 17:31 - Question #3: What do all the trim line initials and acronyms mean from different manufactures? 21:39 - Question #4: How do driving positions play a role in crash safety? ---------------------------------- First Drive: 2021 Toyota Sienna Proves a Compelling, Efficient SUV Alternative https://www.consumerreports.org/minivans/2021-toyota-sienna-review/ 4K Review: 2017 Toyota Sienna Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=165J4dCwUGU 4K Review: 2018 Honda Odyssey Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViCmxjDDLIM Chrysler Pacifica Redefines the Minivan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACuDfSHfh2I 2020 Kia Soul Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9mEQcbgync Guide to Car Safety https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/ Coronavirus Resource Hub https://www.consumerreports.org/coronavirus/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/ ----------------------------------- 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

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