Small Car

We really could not be more impressed by the Polestar 4. From its sleek and modern design, roomy cabin, sporty attitude, and top-notch cabin quietness and ride quality, this compact Polestar leaves a lasting—and overwhelmingly positive—impression.

The hosts welcome Brian Moody of Kelley Blue Book to the show. Brian shares his take on the new-car market in 2026, as well as KBB’s Best Buy picks.

While Chevy did NOT redesign the Camaro in response to calls for improved fuel economy—nor did General Motors update the similar Firebird—it did begin to offer upscale variants of its small and affordable Monza—meeting the Mustang II in about the same place marketwise.

So, what is synthetic motor oil, and why are carmakers so keen for you to maintain your vehicle with the stuff? And, why does it cost so much? Here’s what you need to know:

Jill and Tom are joined by automotive legend Steve Saleen. Steve talks about the development of the S7 super car, modifying Mustangs and F-150s, and his super-car show at the LeMay Museum in Tacoma, Washington. It’s a great conversation.