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Episode: 321
Broadcast date: April 6, 2026
Guest: James Bell
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Chinese Cars in Canada, RAV4 Review, Looking at Kia’s Newest Rides
(Show Notes)
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News – Chinese Cars in Canada
Tom opens the show with news regarding Stellantis’ joint venture with China’s Leapmotor. Stellantis currently distributes Chinese Leapmotor-built electric vehicles in Europe, and may be looking to build Leapmotor models in its idle Brampton, Ontario factory. Listen in for more details.
2026 New York Auto Show
Jill gives a quick rundown of the new-product reveals seen at this week’s New York Auto Show. A number of noteworthy introductions are covered, including models and concepts from Chrysler, Hyundai, Kia, and Subaru.
Toyota RAV4 Review
Still in the first segment Jill reviews the redesigned Toyota RAV4, which is now offered exclusively with a hybrid powertrain. With gas prices rising, will the RAV4 Hybrid be in especially high demand?
New Kia EV3, Seltos, and Telluride
In the second segment, Jill and Tom welcome James Bell, Kia Head of Corporate Communications, to the show. James discusses the new Kia products seen at the New York Auto Show, as well as the redesigned Telluride midsize crossover. James also shares some insights regarding Kia’s sales success in the U.S.
Quiz
In the last segment Jill is subjected to Tom’s “Muscle Car Engine” quiz. Jill also discusses in-depth the Hyundai Boulder off-road concept vehicle seen at the New York Show. Tom has some doubts about the show car’s viability as a production model.
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