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America on the Road

Jack Nerad - Host
Electric Vehicles
Tesla
Tariffs
Dodge Charger Daytona
General Motors
Hyundai IONIQ 5 XRT
Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat
Stellantis
Toyota
2025 Kia K4
Ford
Honda
Mazda Mx-5 Miata
JD Power
Hyundai Palisade
Waymo
Kia Telluride
Automotive Industry
Ford Motor Company
Ford Mustang

Hosts Jack Nerad and Chris Teague talk about cars and interview special guests from the automotive industry

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Latest Episodes

Getting six adults and their luggage to a gala wedding 150 miles away is no small task. So to accomplish it, we called in Big Blue 2, our affectionate nickname for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee that was chosen for the special duty. How did the full-si... more

This week on America on the Road, Jack Nerad and Chris Teague review two refined luxury SUVs — the 2026 Volvo XC60 B5 AWD and the athletic 2026 Lexus NX 350h F Sport Hybrid. They also discuss a new survey in which women drivers assure us they’re just... more

Who says there are no affordable cars on the market? This week on America on the Road, Jack Nerad and Chris Teague review two vehicles that put the lie to that notion — the redesigned 2026 Subaru Outback and the fun-to-drive 2026 Kia K4 GT-Line Turbo... more

This week on America on the Road, Jack Nerad and Chris Teague road test and review two very different Hyundais — the futuristic 2026 Ioniq 9 battery-electric three-row SUV and the realistic 2026 Tucson XRT. They also offer details on Ford’s aggressiv... more

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Recent Guests

Jennifer Smith
CEO and co-founder of stopdistractions.org
stopdistractions.org
Episode: 2026 Volvo XC60 Review: Luxury Meets Practicality
Matt Powell
CEO of Moroch, a Dallas-based advertising and branding firm
Moroch
Episode: 2026 Kia K4 GT-Line Turbo: Who Says Affordable Can’t Be Fun?
Charlie Daniel
Head of Automotive Retail Solutions for FPT Americas
FPT Americas
Episode: 2026 Mazda CX-30 Turbo: Isn’t This SUV Really a Hot Hatchback?
Greg Migliore
Auto journalist, veteran NA Car of the Year juror
Auto journalist (renowned), North American Car of the Year juror
Episode: 2026 Volvo XC40 takes on 2026 Mazda CX-5
James Vanderloo
Freight, tariff and logistics expert
OEC Group
Episode: 2026 Mazda CX-90 Review: Why It Out-Performs Its Class Rivals
Dillon Kane
Senior Product Lead for Advanced Development at Honda Development & Manufacturing of America
Honda Development & Manufacturing of America
Episode: 2026 Genesis GV80 Review: Its Looks Aren’t Everything
Dan Hwang
Advanced Product Specialist at Hyundai
Hyundai
Episode: 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit: Testing Revolutionary Turbo 4
Gaurang Kalsaria
Head of Future Vehicles at Volvo Cars Americas
Volvo Cars Americas
Episode: Hyundai Santa Fe XRT AWD Road Test: Rugged Style Meets Everyday Utility
Ray Shefska
Co-founder of CarEdge and auto-retail veteran, extended warranties expert
CarEdge
Episode: 2026 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid Test: Effiency & Fun to Drive Too?

Hosts

Jack Nerad
Host focusing on automotive journalism and industry commentary
Chris Teague
Co-host, automotive journalist and reviewer

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Great show, problematic topic

    Well done, accessible reviews. The host are clearly knowledgeable. I’d love to have them include a discussion of the ethics of overpowered and/or very expensive cars in a time of rampant inequality and environmental degradation. I all for people making whatever decisions they want to but feel those decisions should be made with knowledge of their full implications.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eazy C
    United Statesa year ago
  • What a great concept

    Reviewing cars? Sign me up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tanner Campbell
    United States6 years ago
  • Ted West

    Jack and Chris gave candid and balanced reviews of the Volkswagen Jetta and Hyundai Sonata Hybrid they were covering, and their positioning the cars in relation to the Tesla S and the oncoming E-vehicle entries was particularly useful. Electric cars are certainly coming, but the transition from IC engines will take time, especially in more rural settings such as Teague’s. And the interview with Ms. Moreo of Nissan provided good insight into Nissan’s marketing of the new Rogue. An excellent show.... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Motormou
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the hosts' expertise and balanced perspectives on new vehicles.

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2026 Kia K4 GT-Line Turbo: Who Says Affordable Can’t Be Fun?
Q: What discontinued car would you most like to see return, and why?
The hosts discuss classic models like Saab and Pontiac as desirable returns, while also noting how brand heritage and fan expectations shape such desires, hinting that genuine market viability is complex and subjective.
2026 Volvo XC60 Review: Luxury Meets Practicality
Q: What prompted you to get into distracted driving advocacy, and what keeps you motivated today?
Jennifer shares that her mother was killed by a driver using a cell phone, which motivated the creation of stopdistractions.org and continues to drive her to push for safer driving habits and better laws.
2026 Hyundai Tucson XRT: Surfing the ‘Soft-Roading’ Wave
Q: Which driver assistance features are genuinely useful and which are gimmicks?
The guests suggest that essential features like automatic emergency braking, collision warnings, blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alerts, parking sensors, rear-view cameras, and adaptive cruise control are genuinely useful, while some lane keeping and reverse automatic braking systems can be less refined and potentially irritating for some users.
2026 Mazda CX-30 Turbo: Isn’t This SUV Really a Hot Hatchback?
Q: Are range extender EVs the next big thing for truck buyers?
The hosts express cautious optimism, suggesting range-extended EVs will appear in several forms in the next few years, but acknowledge governance and education will be crucial and that truck buyers tend to be conservative.
2025 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance: The Clark Kent of Sports Sedans
Q: How much should I negotiate off the MSRP on a new car?
Negotiation depends on factors like brand, dealer, location, and timing; be flexible within your budget and avoid setting an absolute target that could lead to a roadblock. Aim for a reasonable discount that still respects your budget and market realities.

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Two automotive hosts deliver hands-on car reviews, industry news, and broad interviews with key players across vehicle development, manufacturing, and policy. Episodes balance practical test-drive impressions, pricing and financing dynamics, and deep dives into EV strategies, hybrids, and tech breakthroughs, all anchored by expert guests and on-site reporting. A notable pattern is multidisciplinary context—merging consumer guidance with how global supply chains, tariffs, and regulatory shifts shape what buyers can and should consider next. The show also features reader Q&A, sponsor messages, and author plugs, providing a thorough snapshot of current automotive trends for enthusiasts, buyers, and industry professionals alike.

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Recent guests on America on the Road include:

1. Jennifer Smith
2. Matt Powell
3. Charlie Daniel
4. Greg Migliore
5. James Vanderloo
6. Dillon Kane
7. Dan Hwang
8. Gaurang Kalsaria

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