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Whether you drive a car, need a car, or just occasionally bum a ride with friends, you’ve come to the right place. Join the editors of Consumer Guide Automotive 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.

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Jill and Tom open the show discussing Ford's decision to import from China the compact Lincoln Corsair, this after briefly dropping the model due to manufacturing complications here in the U.S.

The hosts go on to discuss news that Acura will be brin... more

Tom opens the show listing for Jill a series of possible names for future off-road oriented crossover trim levels. Staying on topic, the hosts discuss plans for Lincoln to introduce a body-on-frame off-road model based on Ford's popular Bronco SUV. T... more

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Jill and Tom open the show by admitting that they are less than startled by the news of a 4-door Mustang, which rumor has it, will arrive by the 2029 or 2030 model year. While Mustang loyalists may resent the use of the Mustang name on a sedan, it ha... more

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Jill and Tom open the show discussing Ford's just named $30,000 small electric pickup, the Fathom. Ford did not share pictures of its "Model T Moment" new model, but promised that deliveries will begin by the end of 2027.

Tom discussed the GMC Jimmy... more

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Recent Guests

Harvey Briggs
Editor and Publisher of Rides and Drives
Rides and Drives
Episode: Four-Door Mustang, Explorer Tremor Review, Indycar Freedom 250
John Vincent
Staff writer at US News & World Report
US News & World Report
Episode: $30,000 Ford EV Gets a Name, Honda Accord Turns 50, Durango R/T Review
Dave Thomas
Director of Content Management at CDK Global
CDK Global
Episode: Accord Outback Coming, Honda Prelude Review, EV Owners Survey
Jeremy Barnes
Senior Director of Communications and Events at Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi
Episode: Mazda CX-5, Mitsubishi American Renaissance, Carbon Monoxide Deaths
Bodie Grimm
Host of Kilowatt Podcast
Kilowatt / 918digital
Episode: 200 MPH Corvette, VW is Hurting, Where the EV Market is Going
Jimmy Douglas
Founder of Plug, an EV resale site
Plug
Episode: Goodbye Polestar, Used EV News, 2027 Kia Telluride
Vince Galante
Vice President of Design, Jeep
Jeep
Episode: Subaru Uncharted, Jeep Cherokee Deep Dive, New Silverado
Larry Vellequette
Senior Staff Reporter, Automotive News
Automotive News
Episode: Massive Jeep Recall, Mercedes Plug-in Wagon, Why U.S. Car Sales Remain Robust
Simon Sproule
Representative of Caterham Cars, discussing Caterham and its vehicles
Caterham Cars
Episode: Buick's New Sedan, 1000-Pound Caterham, Elon is Distracted

Hosts

Tom Appel
Host of The Car Stuff Podcast, consumer automotive journalist with Consumer Guide Automotive
Jill Ciminello
Contributing editor and co-host, with deep automotive journalism background
Jill Simonello
Co-host and contributor editor, North American Car of the Year juror

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 110 ratings
  • Best car review podcast in the USA !

    Been listening to the Consumer guide car podcast since early 2020. Both hosts bring their respective expertise to the table. One suggestion would be since Tom is a car classic fan, to hit up an interview with the regional car museums. Granted this is podcast does not have a video stream option, would still be nice to hear about the many regional car museums, especially since the weather is breaking and day / weekend trips would be a good way to check them out, thanks !

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DMVHondafan
    United States5 months ago
  • A Great Podcast to Learn About Cars

    I’ve been listening to the podcast for the past three years and have really enjoyed learning about the latest car models, industry trends, and prior automotive history while enjoying the humor and fun side of the hosts. I would highly recommend this podcast to anyone interested in the car industry!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CariousChen
    United States5 months ago
  • Smart, Fun Car Talk

    It’s easy to recommend this show. First, never feels like a lecture. Second, listening to Tom and Jill is like talking to your friends about cars. It’s an added bonus that these friends happen to know a lot about cars. Give it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    918Digital
    United States6 months ago
  • This is the one you want

    I don’t have a lot of time each week to devote to listening to podcasts of any kind but when it comes to automotive topics this one is worth it. Topics are always interesting and,well, topical. Tom and Jill always keep it entertaining as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mdensch
    United States6 months ago
  • Best car podcast around! Great way to spend a Sunday.

    I’m frankly not sure how I found the consumer guide automotive “car stuff podcast.” Consumer guide was something I saw around as a kid in the late 80s and 90, but I liked reading car & driver, motor trend and even the “boring” consumer reports car issues and don’t recall the guide much.

    Anyway co-host Tom Appel is a legend, and a jovial one at that! Hello Co-host Jill Ciminello (hope I got the spelling right) brings an “elder millennial” perspective to the show; which I appreciate as I too am ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    slickywilly407
    United States9 months ago

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Four-Door Mustang, Explorer Tremor Review, Indycar Freedom 250
Q: What is Indycar and how is it differentiated from Formula One?
Indycar uses a single chassis built by Dallara with two engine manufacturers (Honda and Chevy), making it more driver-centric and parity-driven than Formula One, where manufacturers drive performance with multiple teams and greater budget disparities.
Accord Outback Coming, Honda Prelude Review, EV Owners Survey
Q: What is the key takeaway from the CDK EV ownership study?
The study shows that about 90% of EV owners would consider buying another EV, indicating strong loyalty and a sustained interest in electrification, along with notable trends in charging habits and service experiences.
$30,000 Ford EV Gets a Name, Honda Accord Turns 50, Durango R/T Review
Q: John, you just wrote about the Accord's 50th anniversary. Why was the Accord so pivotal in American car culture?
The Accord redefined what people expected from cars: affordability, reliability, efficiency, and overall quality, which shifted consumer behavior and dealer practices in the U.S., setting a benchmark that affected future mid-size sedans across the industry.
Lucid Gravity Review, Chinese Carmaker Builds in Spain, Chicago Drive-In Magic
Q: What is the format of Auto Town and how does it balance news with interviews?
Auto Town blends news discussion, on-location blocks, and audience engagement through polls and town hall segments, creating a multi-part structure around the guest and topics.
Mazda CX-5, Mitsubishi American Renaissance, Carbon Monoxide Deaths
Q: What is Mitsubishi Momentum 2030 and what does it mean for the brand?
Momentum 2030 is a midterm plan through 2030 that calls for new or revised vehicles every model year, including a refreshed Outlander, a plug-in hybrid, and upcoming EVs and a pickup, signaling a broader, more rugged and adventure-focused lineup.

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What is Car Stuff Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively automotive show led by two longtime editors and a rotating cast of industry guests, blending hands-on driving impressions with market analysis, model deep-dives, and trivia. Episodes consistently cover new-car news, EV adoption, design and technology trends, dealership dynamics, and brand strategy, often anchored by authoritative guests from media, automakers, and automotive software players. The tone stays approachable and entertaining, with friendly banter, quizzes, and accessible explainers that appeal to both casual car lovers and industry watchers. A standout feature is the recurring guest roster: established automotive journalists, design and product executives, and forecasting experts who bring deep context to current headli... more

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