Lexus launched the brand in the U.S. 1n 1989 with two models, the full-size LS sedan, and the smaller ES 250. But it was the LS that shaped consumers’ opinion of the brand, directly challenging Mercedes-Benz with a car that was better equipped, less expensive, and arguably of better quality than the German maker’s venerated S-Class sedan.

Despite considerable social-media pushback, GM is moving ahead with plans to drop CarPlay from its electric-vehicle offerings, as well as Android Auto. Android Auto, which seems to enjoy considerably less consumer affection.

Paul and Tom welcome Bart Sowa of GTI Energy to the show. Bart talks about fuel-cell technology, and how hydrogen-power is viable option for large over-the-road trucks. Bart also shares his thoughts on the future of hydrogen as a transportation fuel in the U.S.

On an energy agnostic planet, say Earth some time in the future, we wouldn’t worry about whether or not the Hyundai Ioniq 9 is gasoline or electricity powered, we would just appreciate it for what it is: one of the best family-sized crossovers ever built.

If you’re young enough, you may not even know that your car is equipped with power steering. Power steering has been a standard-equipment item on most new U.S.-market vehicles for several decades now. This author once owned a Volkswagen Scirocco that was not equipped with power steering, but that car weighed just 2100 pounds. Written […]