Consumer Guide Car Stuff Podcast Episode 250: Stellantis CEO Quits, Volvo XC90 Review, Porsche Macan EV Deep Dive

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Porsche Macan EV Deep Dive — Macan EV Deep Dive

Whether you drive a car, need a car, or just occasionally bum a ride with friends, you’ve come to the right place. Join Jill and Tom 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. – Hyundai’s Big New EV Crossover – Porsche Macan Deep Dive

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Episode: 250

Broadcast date: December 2, 2024

Guest: Calvin Kim

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Stellantis CEO Quits, Volvo XC90 Review, Porsche Macan EV Deep Dive

(Show Notes)

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First Segment

Jill and Tom opened the show noting that Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares stepped down from his position over the weekend. The surprise move sent company stock down steeply early Monday. The hosts also discussed one of Tom’s X polls, this one ranking the most prestigious car brands. Listen in for details.

Still in the first segment, Jill shared her review of the 2025.5 (yes, 2025.5) Volvo XC90 midsize crossover. Not a full redesign, the big Volvo sees a number of design and tech updates, most of which Jill found appealing. Jill also explains the whole .5 thing.

Second Segment

In the second segment, the hosts welcome Calvin Kim of Porsche to the show. Calvin updated the hosts on the German carmaker’s all-new Macan EV compact electric crossover. The new EV will be sold alongside the marque’s gasoline-powered Macan.

Last Segment

In the last segment Jill is subjected to Tom’s “More Fake Cars!” quiz. To wrap up the show, Jill shared the North America Car of the Year finalists list. Winners will be announced at the Detroit Auto Show, which returns to January for 2025.