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. – EV Owners Survey
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Episode: 338
Broadcast date: August 3, 2026
Guest: Dave Thomas
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Accord Outback Coming, Honda Prelude Review, EV Owners Survey
(Show Notes)
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Accord Outback
Jill and Tom open this week’s show addressing rumors of a coming Honda Accord model designed to compete directly with the popular Subaru Outback. The Honda wagon would–per rumor–enjoy a raised ride height, off-road trim, and standard AWD. Honda denies the rumor, though sources suggest the new Accord could be in showrooms for the 2030 model year.
Audi Q9
Also discussed this week is Audi’s new large crossover, the Q9. With its new largest model, the German luxury carmaker looks to woo shoppers away from the likes of the BMW X7, Lexus LX, and Mercedes-Benz GLS. Listen in for prices and trim-level information.
Honda Prelude
Still in the first segment, Jill reviews the 2026 Honda Prelude. The sporty 2-door to some degree replaces the discontinued Civic coupe in Honda showrooms, and is offered only as a hybrid. Listen in for Jill’s take on this all-new Honda with a heritage name.
Electric Vehicle Satisfaction
In the second segment, the hosts welcome Dave Thomas of CDK Global to the podcast. Dave shares insights gleaned from a number of research projects conducted by CDK, including an owner study which suggests that EV operators are far happier with their vehicles than is commonly understood. Listen in for details.
Quiz
In the last segment, Jill is subjected to Tom’s “Is it Turbocharged?” survey, which includes a Jack-in-the-Box menu-item bonus question.
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