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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
Kia
Ford
Honda
Mazda Mx-5 Miata
JD Power
Hyundai Palisade
Waymo
Kia Telluride
Ford Motor Company
Automotive Industry

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

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This week on America on the Road, Jack Nerad is joined by co-host Chris Teague to deliver fresh road tests of the all-new 2027 Kia Telluride X-Line SX Prestige and the expanded 2026 Lexus RZ lineup. Looking at news and comment, they detail the latest... more

This week on America on the Road, Jack Nerad is joined by guest co-host Matt DeLorenzo (Chris Teague is off remodeling). They deliver two fresh road tests — 2026 Lexus NX 350h and 2026 Volvo EX30 Cross Country — and they unpack the latest JD Power AP... more

This week on America on the Road, Jack Nerad reports on his early drive of the all-new 2027 Kia Seltos X-Drive SX, and co-host Chris Teague evaluates the overlanding-focused 2026 Toyota 4Runner Trailhunter. The pair also cover a full slate of automot... more

Would you choose one of the least expensive vehicles in the country for a road trip to Las Vegas? Host Jack Nerad did just that, taking the $25,000 small SUV on a 600-mile out-and-back in weather topping 100 degrees. What — is he nuts? Meanwhile, Co-... more

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Recent Guests

Kendra Sommer
auto journalist and International Harvester Scout enthusiast
Independent journalist
Episode: Cheap Thrills: 2026 Hyundai Venue Road Tripping to Vegas (Baby)
Rhys Martin
President of the Oklahoma Route 66 Association
Oklahoma Route 66 Association
Episode: 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid: Baseball & Fourth of July
Matt DeLorenzo
Automotive journalist and North American Car of the Year jury member
Industry journalist
Episode: Wedding Bell Blue: 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Takes on Central CA
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?
BJ Birtwell
Founder of Electrify Expo; now Demo Days
Electrify Expo / Demo Days
Episode: 2026 Hyundai Tucson XRT: Surfing the ‘Soft-Roading’ Wave
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?
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

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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Episodes mix hands-on testing with broader industry context and reader questions.
Guests bring credibility and practical takeaways for buyers and enthusiasts.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' expertise and balanced perspectives on new vehicles.

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Apple Podcasts
#161
United States/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#66
Taiwan/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#76
Mexico/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#169
Sweden/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#177
Ireland/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#216
Spain/Leisure/Automotive

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

2027 Kia Seltos Gets Big-Time ‘Elevation’
Q: Randall in Tucson asks if public charging networks are reliable enough for road trips, or if owning an EV is a risk for longer trips.
The hosts explain that charging infrastructure has greatly improved, with thousands of stations and ports, but planning remains essential; EVs are more reliable than in the past, though longer trips still require some foresight and flexibility.
Cheap Thrills: 2026 Hyundai Venue Road Tripping to Vegas (Baby)
Q: Tell us about the SEMA show and why it's a cool place for automotive reporters like you.
Sommer explains SEMA as a hub for industry professionals with a strong off-road presence, celebrities, and new product lines, highlighting its industry-only vibe with public Fridays and its role as a key venue for networking and discovery.
Cheap Thrills: 2026 Hyundai Venue Road Tripping to Vegas (Baby)
Q: Tell us a little bit about your backstory. Bring us up to date on how you became an automotive reporter.
Kendra Sommer describes a journey from Midwest news reporting to photography and journalism for car stories, with SEMA as a turning point that led her to specialize in automotive reporting and to build a career covering brands and events like SEMA and PRI.
2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid: Baseball & Fourth of July
Q: Wilver asks why American car companies stopped making cars and what options remain for buyers.
Hosts explain that most American automakers shifted toward SUVs and trucks for profitability, reducing sedans, but note that some American-made options like the Toyota Camry and certain Honda models remain available, suggesting flexibility in brand choice for buyers.
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.

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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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2. Rhys Martin
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5. Matt Powell
6. BJ Birtwell
7. Charlie Daniel
8. James Vanderloo

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