Consumer Guide Car Stuff Podcast, Episode 111: Catalytic Converter Thefts, Hyundai Ioniq 5

Whether you drive a car, need a car, or just occasionally bum a ride with friends, you’ve come to the right place. Join the editors of Consumer Guide Automotive as they break down everything that’s going on in the auto world. New-car reviews, shopping tips, driving green, electric cars, classic cars, and plenty of great guests. This is the Consumer Guide Car Stuff Podcast.

Episode: 111

Broadcast date: December 19, 2021

Guest: Mike DesMarais

Catalytic Converter Thefts, Hyundai Ioniq 5

Host Tom Appel and co-hosts Jill Ciminillo and Damon Bell start the show by discussing the new-for-2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5. Mike DesMarais, Field Operations Specialist for Midas, joins us to talk about the recent rise in catalytic-converter thefts and how you can protect yourself. Tom has a “Hyundai Venue or Rolls-Royce Phantom?” quiz for Damon and Jill, and Damon runs down the latest articles on the Consumer Guide Daily Drive blog–including a test-drive review of the redesigned-for-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander compact SUV.