{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"2026 Volvo XC40 takes on 2026 Mazda CX-5","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/2026-volvo-xc40-takes-on-2026-mazda-cx-5","audioUrl":"https://media.blubrry.com/america_on_the_road/mc.blubrry.com/america_on_the_road/AOTR_Episode_321_airs_5-30-2026.mp3?awCollectionId=1236214&awEpisodeId=12112449&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, Jack Nerad and Chris Teague review two small SUVs — the refined 2026 Volvo XC40 B5 AWD Ultra and the completely updated 2026 Mazda CX-5. One is from a premium brand, but both have a premium feel. Jack and Chris also discuss Polestar’s ambitious landmark study to measure the thrill of driving, Audi’s advanced Digital Matrix headlights coming to the U.S., and Uber’s latest safety technologies. They also dive into the controversies surrounding the debuts of Ferrari’s first-ever EV, the Luce, and Mercedes-AMG’s ultra-powerful new electric GT.\n🚙 Jack Nerad’s Road Test: 2026 Volvo XC40 B5 AWD Ultra\nJack reviews the 2026 Volvo XC40 B5 AWD Ultra, a stalwart subcompact luxury SUV that excels in comfort, safety, and Scandinavian design. With a 247-hp turbocharged mild-hybrid powertrain, premium Blond leather interior, advanced Google-based infotainment, Pilot Assist, and excellent ride quality, the venerable XC40 remains one of the most well-rounded luxury crossovers. As tested at $57,040, it delivers premium refinement in a compact, practical package. But has it kept up with the times? We’ll discuss that.\n🚗 Chris Teague’s Road Test: 2026 Mazda CX-5\nChris tests the fully redesigned 2026 Mazda CX-5, which gains a longer wheelbase, a more spacious interior, bolder styling, and improved ride comfort. Powered by a 187-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder with standard all-wheel drive, the likable compact SUV delivers solid efficiency and engaging driving dynamics. Chris and Jack discuss its upscale cabin,  large touchscreen and Google built-in, enhanced safety features, and value. It has a starting price of $29,990, but Chris suggests you look at a mid-range model at about $35,000 or so.\n🎙️ Special Guest Interview\nGreg Migliore, veteran auto journalist and North American Car of the Year jury member, joins the show. Among the topics — the glut of used EVs about to hit the market. Are they an opportunity? Or just something to avoid?\n📰 This Week’s Headlines\nFerrari Unveils First EV: The Luce\nThe revolutionary 1,035-hp electric grand tourer draws mixed reactions over its design and high price.\nMercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe Packs 1,153 hp\nThe new electric flagship delivers supercar acceleration and advanced F1-inspired technology, but some don’t like its looks either.\nPolestar & Oxford Study “Thrill of Driving”\nResearchers use biometric data and high-performance EVs to scientifically measure what makes driving exciting.\nAudi Brings Digital Matrix Headlights to U.S.\nAdvanced adaptive LED headlights debut on the 2027 Q9 and SQ9, improving visibility while reducing glare.\nUber Expands Safety Features\nNew GPS monitoring, emergency tools, and enhanced screening aim to better protect riders and drivers.\n❓ Listener Question\nBilly Bob from White Settlement, Texas, asks: “Are off-road trims worth the extra cost if you don’t drive off-road much?” Chris and Jack punch in with their thoughts.\n#VolvoXC40 #MazdaCX5 #FerrariLuce #MercedesAMG #CarReviews #AutoPodcast\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 sale price.\n🎧 Where to Listen\nCatch America on the Road on your local Sports Byline Radio Network station each week and subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more. Follow for new car 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\nLook for Matt DeLorenzo’s Book on AMG\nLook for guest co-host Matt DeLorenzo’s terrific new book Mercedes-AMG: Race-Bred Performance\nCheck Out Gary Witzenburg’s New Book\nPick up a copy of auto journalist Gary Witzenburg’s engaging new book Legends in Motion.\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\n "},"annotations":[{"startTime":140.64,"endTime":144.42,"type":"car","title":"2026 Volvo XC40","url":"/cars/volvo/xc40","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/8b/2018_Volvo_XC40_1.jpg","quote":"My test vehicle this week is the 2026 Volvo XC40.\n[145.5s] So we'll talk about that.","canonicalId":"car:volvo:xc40","priority":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Volvo XC40 is a compact luxury crossover SUV that’s especially known for its safety-first reputation and modern Scandinavian design. Here, the host introduces the 2026 Volvo XC40 as their test vehicle, setting up a comparison with the CX-5.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Volvo XC40 is a compact luxury SUV. 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The idea is to measure that feeling with data from the driver’s body and brain instead of just opinions."}},{"startTime":230.9,"endTime":230.9,"type":"term","title":"high performance","url":"/glossary/high-performance","quote":"Yeah, they're going to use high performance Polestar vehicles.","canonicalId":"term:high-performance","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“High performance” is used here to describe Polestar vehicles that are tuned or selected to deliver more energetic driving characteristics. In an EV context, that often means stronger acceleration, sharper handling, or more responsive power delivery than a brand’s more basic models.","simplifiedExplanation":"“High performance” just means the cars are meant to feel more exciting to drive. 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They can “aim” and reshape the beam while you drive, so you can see more without blinding other drivers."}},{"startTime":336.0,"endTime":344.0,"type":"car","title":"2027 Audi SQ9","quote":"They're going to introduce their digital matrix LED headlights in the United States [343.8s] on the 2027 Audi Q9 and SQ9 flagship SUVs that are coming out.","canonicalId":"car:audi:sq9","priority":0.2,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Audi SQ9 is the performance-oriented version of Audi’s flagship Q9 SUV lineup. Here, it’s mentioned specifically because it’s also expected to receive Audi’s digital matrix LED headlights in the United States.","simplifiedExplanation":"The SQ9 is a sportier, higher-performance version of Audi’s big SUV. 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Here it’s mentioned as an example of what used EV options looked like in the past.","imageAttribution":"Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0"}},{"startTime":2200.28,"endTime":2206.46,"type":"car","title":"Kia EV6","url":"/cars/kia/ev6","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/ed/Kia_EV6_001.jpg","quote":"Now it's like you can get a 2023 EV6 or Hyundai Ioniq 5 or 6 or something like that,","canonicalId":"car:kia:ev6","priority":0.45,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Kia EV6 is a modern electric crossover known for its fast charging capability and efficient electric powertrain. The host uses it as an example of newer used EVs that are now available in the used market.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Kia EV6 is an electric car. The point here is that newer EVs like this are now showing up used, expanding your choices.","imageAttribution":"Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0"}},{"startTime":2200.28,"endTime":2206.46,"type":"car","title":"Hyundai Ioniq 5","url":"/cars/hyundai/ioniq-5","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/8e/0_Hyundai_Ioniq_5.jpg","quote":"Now it's like you can get a 2023 EV6 or Hyundai Ioniq 5 or 6 or something like that,","canonicalId":"car:hyundai:ioniq 5","priority":0.45,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a battery-electric crossover known for its modern design and EV-focused platform. The host cites it as a newer used EV option that wasn’t as common a few years earlier.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is an electric crossover. The speaker is saying that used EV shopping now includes newer models like this.","imageAttribution":"Benespit (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":2200.3,"endTime":2202.6,"type":"car","title":"Ioniq 6","url":"/cars/hyundai/ioniq-6","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/02/0_Hyundai_Ioniq_6_0.jpg","quote":"Now it's like you can get a 2023 EV6 or Hyundai Ioniq 5 or 6 or something like that,","canonicalId":"car:hyundai:ioniq 6","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a battery-electric sedan known for its aerodynamic shape and efficiency. It’s mentioned alongside the Ioniq 5 as another example of newer EVs that are now appearing on the used market.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is an electric car. It’s brought up as another newer EV model you can find used now.","imageAttribution":"Benespit (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}}],"speakers":[{"id":"s1","name":"Jack Nerad - Host","role":"host"}],"transcripts":[{"url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/2026-volvo-xc40-takes-on-2026-mazda-cx-5/transcript.vtt","type":"text/vtt"}]}