{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"2026 Ford Maverick Lobo: North American Truck of the Year Hits the Street","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/2026-ford-maverick-lobo-north-american-truck-of-the-year-hits-the-street","audioUrl":"https://media.blubrry.com/america_on_the_road/mc.blubrry.com/america_on_the_road/AOTR_Episode_302_airs_1-17-2026EDIT.mp3?awCollectionId=1236214&awEpisodeId=11920054&aw_0_azn.pgenre=Leisure&aw_0_1st.ri=blubrry&aw_0_azn.pcountry=US&aw_0_azn.planguage=en&cat_exclude=IAB1-8%2CIAB1-9%2CIAB7-41%2CIAB8-5%2CIAB8-18%2CIAB11-4%2CIAB23%2CIAB24%2CIAB25%2CIAB26&aw_0_cnt.rss=https%3A%2F%2Fdrivingtoday.com%2Ffeed%2Fpodcast%2F","description":"This week on America on the Road, host Jack Nerad flies solo as co-host Chris Teague tends to a sick dog. Jack brings you road tests of two standout vehicles–North American Truck of the Year Ford Maverick Lobo and Mazda CX-30–and the latest automotive news. Among the stories we cover California Governor Gavin Newsom is making a new EV push; Volvo is targeting range anxiety, and Lucid is unveiling a new robotaxi. Our special guest interview looks behind the scenes at the all-new 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan.\n🚗 Test Drive: 2026 North American Truck of the Year Ford Maverick Lobo\nJack reviews Ford’s compact street-performance pickup, powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder delivering 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque, paired with a seven-speed automatic and all-wheel drive with torque vectoring. It features a lowered suspension, upgraded brakes with dual-piston front calipers, a dedicated Lobo drive mode for closed-course thrills, 19-inch black wheels, and a graffiti-inspired interior with Grabber Blue accents. Starting at $35,930, the Lobo balances everyday utility with on-road dynamics, a high-value performance variant in the Maverick lineup.\n🚙 Test Drive: 2026 Mazda CX-30 Turbo Aire Edition\nIn the second review on this week’s show, Jack takes on Mazda’s subcompact CX-30 SUV, equipped with a turbocharged 2.5-liter engine producing 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque, a six-speed automatic, and standard i-Activ all-wheel drive. It offers agile handling with G-Vectoring Control Plus, a premium interior with white leatherette seats and gray suede-like inserts, a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Bose audio, and advanced safety like Mazda Radar Cruise Control. At $34,410 as tested, the CX-30 delivers enthusiast appeal with balanced ride quality and some degree of SUV versatility.\n📰 This Week’s Headlines\nCalifornia EV Incentives Return\nGovernor Gavin Newsom proposes $200 million in new rebates as EV sales drop 41% year-over-year and automakers scale back electrification plans.\nVolvo EX60 Targets Range Anxiety\nThe midsize electric SUV promises over 500 miles of range and 211 miles added in 10 minutes of fast charging, built on the new SPA3 platform with megacasting.\nRam Enters NASCAR with Reality TV\n“Race for the Seat” pits 15 aspiring drivers in challenges for a 2026 Truck Series ride with Kaulig Racing, premiering January 25 on FOX.\nGM Opens New Detroit Headquarters\nThe automaker returns to Woodward Avenue with a modern design at Hudson’s Detroit, highlighting its $123 billion U.S. economic impact and $60 billion in recent investments.\nLucid, Uber, Nuro Reveal Robotaxi\nBased on the Lucid Gravity, the Level 4 autonomous vehicle features 360-degree sensors, NVIDIA AI, and seating for six, with production starting later this year.\n🎤 Special Guest: Volkswagen’s Shylar Abshire\nJack interviews Shylar Abshire, 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan Product Expert, discussing the latest features and updates in the newest generation of Volkswagen’s popular compact SUV.\n📩 Listener Question of the Week:\nSid from Joliet, IL asks: “I’ve been car shopping recently, and I’m having a hard time with the amount cars cost right now. Are car prices ever going to come back down?”\nJack shares insights based on his expertise in the auto industry and consumer trends.\n📚 Jack Nerad’s New Book\nJack’s crime novel, Only One Thing Stays the Same, is available now in paperback and eBook on Amazon — currently at a post-Christmas sale price.\n🎧 Where to Listen\nCatch America on the Road on this station each week, or subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more. Follow for newcar reviews, guest interviews, auto news, and road tests.\nSponsored by Mercury Insurance and DrivingToday.com\n📺 Watch & Subscribe\nFind America on the Road on YouTube and Rumble. Subscribe for road test videos, shorts, and extended reviews.\n📨 Email: editor@drivingtoday.com\nCheck Out Matt DeLorenzo’s Book:\nPick up a copy of co-host Matt DeLorenzo’s terrific new book Mercedes-AMG: Race-Bred Performance\nSpecial Price for Jack’s Newest Crime Novel\nJack is now offering his newest crime novel, Only One Thing Stays the Same, at a 67%-off price of just $4.99. Click here to buy from Amazon at this special limited-time price.\n"},"annotations":[{"startTime":54.9,"endTime":62.6,"type":"car","title":"Volvo EX60","quote":"Volvo claims the upcoming EX60 electric SUV could deliver more than 500 miles of range and recharge fast enough to challenge one of EV driving's biggest anxieties, of course","canonicalId":"car:volvo-ex60","priority":0.9,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Volvo EX60 is an upcoming electric SUV that aims to provide over 500 miles of range, addressing concerns about electric vehicle range anxiety.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Volvo EX60 is a new electric SUV that is expected to travel more than 500 miles on a single charge, which is important for people worried about running out of battery while driving."}},{"startTime":69.0,"endTime":71.1,"type":"concept","title":"range anxiety","url":"/glossary/range-anxiety","quote":"...to challenge one of EV driving's biggest anxieties, of course range anxiety.","canonicalId":"concept:range-anxiety","priority":0.9,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Range anxiety refers to the fear that an electric vehicle will run out of battery power before reaching a charging station, which can deter potential EV buyers.","simplifiedExplanation":"Range anxiety is the worry that an electric car will run out of battery before you can find a place to recharge it, making some people hesitant to buy electric vehicles."}},{"startTime":76.5,"endTime":82.9,"type":"car","title":"Dodge Ram","url":"/cars/dodge/ram","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e5/1999_Dodge_Ram_Cab_2500_4x4_stakebed.jpg","quote":"We'll talk about that.  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