{"version":"1.1.0","producer":"fm.getcarcurious","layer":"official","episode":{"title":"Compact Crossover Comparo, Scout Deep Dive, Discontinued Car Quiz","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/compact-crossover-comparo-scout-deep-dive-discontinued-car-quiz","audioUrl":"https://pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/1385/injector.simplecastaudio.com/acaf4dd6-46d2-4c27-bf92-b499221aec9a/episodes/1b60c63c-58b4-421e-b726-ddfa7f4fa810/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=acaf4dd6-46d2-4c27-bf92-b499221aec9a&awEpisodeId=1b60c63c-58b4-421e-b726-ddfa7f4fa810&feed=YUUOu_sR","description":"This week Tom opens the show clarifying the difference between mild-hybrid and full-hybrid applications. Tom notes that mild hybrid drivetrains are found mostly on European luxury vehicles.\nIn advance of chatting with Scout Motor's Ryan Decker, Jill and Tom discuss how few all-new car brands have been launched in the past 25 years. Listen in for a list.\nStill in the first segment, the hosts are joined by fellow automotive journalist Ed Piotrowski. Ed attended the 2026 Midwest Automotive Media Association Spring Rally, and wrote a comparison review of four compact crossovers: The Jeep Cherokee, Mazda CX-5, Toyota RAV4, and Volkswagen Tiguan. There's big news here, as for 2026 the Jeep and Toyota are all new--and now hybrid only--the Mazda is redesigned, and the VW has been treated to an updated powertrain. Listen in for Ed's insights.\nIn the second segment, the hosts are Joined by Scout Vice President of Strategy and Branding Ryan Decker. Ryan shares details regarding Scout's position in the market place, the products themselves, and what to expect regarding Scout's direct-to-consumer sales plan.\nIn the last segment, Jill is subjected to Tom's \"Is it still being built?\" quiz. After the quiz Jill talks a little about the redesigned Subaru Outback Wilderness, with which she recently spent time.\n  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising."},"annotations":[{"id":406106,"startTime":146.84,"endTime":214.28,"type":"brand","title":"Rivian","url":"/glossary/rivian","quote":"Rivian.\nRivian.\nThat's good.\nAnd I guess, I don't know if I'm counting Rivian as having made it yet.","canonicalId":"brand:rivian","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Rivian is an automaker known for building electric vehicles with a strong emphasis on adventure and off-road capability. 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In automaking, this often happens when development and production ramp up before vehicles become profitable.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Burn through cash” means the company is spending money faster than it’s earning it. It’s basically running low on cash unless sales or profits catch up."}},{"id":406108,"startTime":196.9,"endTime":214.28,"type":"car","title":"R2","url":"/cars/rivian/r2","image":"https://media.rivian.com/image/upload/w_1200/rivian-com/newsroom/media/R2_HERO_SHOT_SLATE_BLUE_600x600_fh0jwt.jpg","quote":"I think the new R2 is going to be a game changer for them.\n202.4s] If they make money on it, yeah.\n204.0s] Well, and I think that they will, and I think that's why it's going to be a game changer.","canonicalId":"car:rivian:r2","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Rivian R2 is a smaller crossover that Rivian is positioning as a key step toward profitability. The host’s point is that a lower-cost, more mainstream size could help Rivian make money where its current vehicles reportedly lose money.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Rivian R2 is a smaller electric crossover. The host thinks it could be a turning point for Rivian because it may be easier for the company to sell profitably.","imageAttribution":"Official manufacturer press image"}},{"id":406109,"startTime":196.9,"endTime":214.28,"type":"concept","title":"game changer","url":"/glossary/game-changer","quote":"I think the new R2 is going to be a game changer for them.\nIf they make money on it, yeah.","canonicalId":"concept:game-changer","priority":0.3,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Game changer” here is the host’s framing that the Rivian R2 could materially change Rivian’s financial trajectory. The idea is that a smaller crossover may improve unit economics enough to shift from losses toward profit.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Game changer” means something that could make a big difference. The host thinks the R2 could be that kind of turning point for Rivian’s money situation."}},{"id":406110,"startTime":253.0,"endTime":298.62,"type":"term","title":"mild hybrids","url":"/glossary/mild-hybrids","quote":"We talked a little bit last week about mild hybrids versus full hybrids. One of the things about this that I think I didn't make clear...","canonicalId":"term:mild-hybrids","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A mild hybrid is a hybrid system that can assist the engine with electric power, but it can’t fully drive the car on electricity alone. It’s usually used to improve fuel economy and smoothness with a smaller battery and less electric capability than a full hybrid.","simplifiedExplanation":"A mild hybrid uses a small electric system to help the gas engine, but it usually can’t run the car by itself on electricity. The goal is better gas mileage without the complexity of a full hybrid."}},{"id":406111,"startTime":253.0,"endTime":298.62,"type":"term","title":"full hybrids","url":"/glossary/full-hybrids","quote":"We talked a little bit last week about mild hybrids versus full hybrids. ...when you're talking about a hybrid vehicle, a CR-V, a RAV4... those are full hybrid vehicles...","canonicalId":"term:full-hybrids","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A full hybrid can run using the gas engine, the electric motor, or a combination of both, depending on conditions. In practice, that means many full hybrids can operate without the engine in certain situations and generally deliver stronger fuel-economy gains than mild hybrids.","simplifiedExplanation":"A full hybrid can use gas, electricity, or both. That usually lets it save more fuel than a mild hybrid because it can rely on the electric system more often."}},{"id":406112,"startTime":262.18,"endTime":267.96,"type":"car","title":"Honda Crv","url":"/cars/honda/cr-v","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/9d/2017-2022_Honda_CR-V_Facelift_%28Back%29.jpg","quote":"when you're talking about a hybrid vehicle, a CR-V, a RAV4, something like that, a Camry, those are full hybrid vehicles...","canonicalId":"car:honda:cr-v","priority":0.35,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Honda CR-V is a compact crossover that’s commonly offered with a full-hybrid powertrain. In this discussion, it’s used as an example of a hybrid model where mild-hybrid hardware isn’t offered on the same vehicle—so “hybrid” there means full hybrid.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Honda CR-V is a popular compact SUV, and in this context it’s being used as an example of a true full hybrid. The key point is that it’s not offered as a mild hybrid on the same model.","imageAttribution":"Sebsoare2511 (CC0)"}},{"id":406114,"startTime":278.3,"endTime":284.9,"type":"brand","title":"BMWs","url":"/glossary/bmws","quote":"mostly German, Audis, BMWs, Summer Sades, and Volvos...","canonicalId":"brand:bmws","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"BMW is a premium brand the host links to mild-hybrid adoption. The discussion frames mild hybrids as a strategy used on higher-end German cars to improve fuel economy without fully committing to full-hybrid complexity.","simplifiedExplanation":"BMW is mentioned as one of the luxury brands that uses mild hybrids. The host is saying these systems are more common on pricier cars."}},{"id":406113,"startTime":278.3,"endTime":284.9,"type":"brand","title":"Audi","url":"/glossary/audi","quote":"Where we're seeing mild hybrids really is in premium vehicles, mostly German, Audis, BMWs...","canonicalId":"brand:audi","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Audi is one of the premium brands the host associates with mild-hybrid systems. The point is that mild hybrids show up more often on higher-priced vehicles where the added system cost can be absorbed more easily.","simplifiedExplanation":"Audi is a luxury car brand mentioned here as an example of where mild hybrids are more common. The host’s idea is that mild hybrids are easier to justify on expensive cars."}},{"id":406115,"startTime":278.3,"endTime":289.1,"type":"brand","title":"Volvos","url":"/glossary/volvos","quote":"mostly German, Audis, BMWs, ... and Volvos, and it's because those cars are expensive enough...","canonicalId":"brand:volvos","priority":0.2,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Volvo is another premium brand cited as using mild-hybrid systems. In the host’s explanation, mild hybrids are more likely to appear on expensive vehicles where the cost can be hidden in the base price.","simplifiedExplanation":"Volvo is mentioned as another luxury brand that tends to use mild hybrids. The main point is that mild hybrids show up more often on higher-priced cars."}},{"id":406116,"startTime":306.4,"endTime":331.0,"type":"term","title":"stop-start","url":"/glossary/stop-start","quote":"It does improve the stop-start engine stop-start performance.\nIt does bring somewhat better fuel economy, but not nearly the fuel economy game you get\nfrom a full hybrid.","canonicalId":"term:stop-start","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Stop-start is an engine control feature that shuts the engine off when the car is stopped (like at a red light) and restarts it when you’re ready to move. Mild hybrids often improve how smoothly and quickly this happens, which can reduce fuel consumption in city driving.","simplifiedExplanation":"Stop-start is the system that turns the engine off when you’re stopped and turns it back on when you’re about to go. Mild hybrids can make that start/stop happen more smoothly."}},{"id":406117,"startTime":315.8,"endTime":323.6,"type":"car","title":"Toyota Camry","url":"/cars/toyota/camry","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/6f/2018_GAC-Toyota_Camry_%28front%29.jpg","quote":"The system on a C-Class Mercedes is far less efficient than the system on a Toyota Camry,\nfor example.","canonicalId":"car:toyota:camry","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Toyota Camry is cited as an example of a mild-hybrid system that the host says is more efficient than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class setup. This highlights that mild-hybrid results depend heavily on the specific system design and calibration.","simplifiedExplanation":"The host mentions the Toyota Camry to make a point: two different cars with mild hybrids can get different real-world efficiency. They’re saying the Camry’s mild-hybrid system is the better one in their comparison.","imageAttribution":"User3204 (CC BY 4.0)"}},{"id":406118,"startTime":315.8,"endTime":323.6,"type":"car","title":"Mercedes C-Class","url":"/cars/mercedes-benz/c-class","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/33/0_Mercedes-Benz_W206_1.jpg","quote":"The system on a C-Class Mercedes is far less efficient than the system on a Toyota Camry,\nfor example.","canonicalId":"car:mercedes-benz:c-class","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is being used here as an example of how mild-hybrid efficiency can vary by manufacturer. The host claims its mild-hybrid system is less efficient than Toyota’s approach in the Camry.","simplifiedExplanation":"The host is using the Mercedes-Benz C-Class as an example to show that mild-hybrid systems don’t all work the same. They’re saying the Mercedes system is less efficient than the Toyota system they compare it to.","imageAttribution":"Benespit (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"id":406119,"startTime":325.8,"endTime":331.0,"type":"term","title":"electronic boost","url":"/glossary/electronic-boost","quote":"A mild hybrid also will, in addition to the stop-start of the engine, it gives you a little\nbit of electronic boost in acceleration, and that is where that fuel economy game comes\nin.","canonicalId":"term:electronic-boost","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Electronic boost here refers to extra acceleration assistance provided by the mild-hybrid’s electric motor. Instead of replacing the engine, it adds a small amount of torque during acceleration to improve responsiveness and help efficiency.","simplifiedExplanation":"Electronic boost means the car uses its electric motor to help the gas engine when you accelerate. 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They’re describing Ram’s mild-hybrid system (eTorque) and how the company later backed away from the big claims.","imageAttribution":"Kevauto (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"id":406121,"startTime":338.92,"endTime":344.28,"type":"car","title":"Dodge Ram","url":"/cars/dodge/ram","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e5/2019_Ram_1500_Bighorn%2C_rear_3.11.20.jpg","quote":"... when way back when, a decade, 12 years ago, when Ram was bringing out the new generation of the Ram 15...","canonicalId":"car:dodge:ram","priority":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Dodge Ram (often referred to simply as Ram) is a full-size pickup truck line. The podcast context points to “the new generation” arriving about a decade ago, which suggests they’re discussing how the truck evolved and what that meant for buyers. It’s brought up as part of a broader conversation about product changes over time.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Ram is a full-size pickup truck made by Dodge. The podcast is talking about when a newer generation of the truck came out and what that change meant. It’s mentioned because it’s a major update in the truck’s history.","imageAttribution":"Kevauto (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"id":406122,"startTime":384.6,"endTime":389.98,"type":"term","title":"V6 engine","url":"/glossary/v6-engine","quote":"It didn't provide what I would call good fuel economy, but it did help a little.\nIt was also available on the V6 engine of versions of the Ram as well.","canonicalId":"term:v6-engine","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A V6 engine is an engine with six cylinders arranged in a V-shaped layout. The host notes that Ram’s eTorque mild-hybrid system was also offered on versions of the Ram with a V6, not just the V8.","simplifiedExplanation":"A V6 engine is a type of gas engine with six cylinders arranged in a V shape. The host is saying eTorque was available on Ram versions that used a V6 too."}},{"id":406123,"startTime":395.3,"endTime":396.1,"type":"car","title":"Ford Ranger","url":"/cars/ford/ranger","image":"/rails/active_storage/blobs/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MjU2LCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--4c1e6f2e79a961fcf594ee95ff5c1146d9801195/Ford_Ranger_2019_Raptor_prueba_desarrollo.jpg","quote":"[395.3s] Ford Ranger.\n[396.7s]  Oh.\n[397.6s] I haven't driven a Ranger in a very long time, so I'm excited.","canonicalId":"car:ford:ranger","priority":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Ford Ranger is a midsize pickup truck known for being a practical, do-anything platform that can be configured for different driving needs. In this segment, the hosts focus on its engine lineup, including turbocharged options that change how it feels in everyday driving.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Ford Ranger is a pickup truck. It’s popular because you can choose different engines, and that affects how strong and responsive it feels when you drive.","imageAttribution":"Ovejochurro (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"id":406124,"startTime":400.4,"endTime":405.4,"type":"term","title":"2.3 liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine","url":"/glossary/2-3-liter-turbocharged-four-cylinder-engine","quote":"[400.4s] One of the things that I forgot, you probably knew this, is that the Ranger comes with a\n[405.4s] 2.3 liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, an EcoBoost engine that is actually a variation","canonicalId":"term:2-3-liter-turbocharged-four-cylinder-engine","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A turbocharged four-cylinder uses a turbocharger to force more air into the engine, which helps it make more power than a non-turbo engine of the same size. The “2.3 liter” part is the engine’s displacement, and “four-cylinder” describes how many cylinders do the work.","simplifiedExplanation":"This is a small engine (2.3 liters) with four cylinders, and it has a turbo. The turbo helps it feel stronger without needing a bigger engine."}},{"id":406125,"startTime":405.4,"endTime":410.8,"type":"brand","title":"EcoBoost","url":"/glossary/ecoboost","quote":"[405.4s] 2.3 liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, an EcoBoost engine that is actually a variation\n[410.8s] of the base engine in the Ford Mustang.","canonicalId":"brand:ecoboost","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.92,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"EcoBoost is Ford’s branding for turbocharged engines. In this segment, the host says the Ranger’s 2.3-liter turbo four is an EcoBoost engine, and that it’s related to Ford’s Mustang engine family.","simplifiedExplanation":"EcoBoost is Ford’s name for turbocharged engines. 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It can be ordered with different engine and option packages. The podcast is talking about how one of those options relates to the base engine setup.","imageAttribution":"Crisco 1492 (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"id":406127,"startTime":414.0,"endTime":422.5,"type":"term","title":"2.7 liter V6 turbocharged engine","url":"/glossary/2-7-liter-v6-turbocharged-engine","quote":"[414.0s] But you can now just order, as a standalone option, the 2.7 liter V6 turbocharged engine.\n[422.5s] Just a standalone option, and that's really cool.","canonicalId":"term:2-7-liter-v6-turbocharged-engine","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A 2.7-liter V6 turbocharged engine combines a V6 cylinder layout with forced induction (a turbo) to deliver stronger acceleration and passing power than smaller engines. Here, it’s notable because the host says you can order it as a standalone option on the Ranger.","simplifiedExplanation":"This is a bigger engine than the four-cylinder—it's a V6—and it also has a turbo. The turbo helps it pull harder, especially when you need extra power."}},{"id":406128,"startTime":414.0,"endTime":422.5,"type":"term","title":"standalone option","url":"/glossary/standalone-option","quote":"[414.0s] But you can now just order, as a standalone option, the 2.7 liter V6 turbocharged engine.\n[422.5s] Just a standalone option, and that's really cool.","canonicalId":"term:standalone-option","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A standalone option is an add-on you can select by itself, rather than only being available as part of a larger package or trim level. In this context, it means the Ranger’s 2.7-liter V6 turbo can be ordered without needing to buy a specific bundle.","simplifiedExplanation":"A standalone option is something you can add on by itself. Here, it means you can choose the V6 turbo without having to pick a whole package."}},{"id":406129,"startTime":567.4,"endTime":573.0,"type":"car","title":"RAV4","url":"/cars/toyota/rav4","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5b/2021_Toyota_RAV4_PHV.jpg","quote":"But the RAV4, the single most popular vehicle sold in the U.S.\n[572.7s] That's redesigned and now hybrid only and Jeep is finally back in the segment.","canonicalId":"car:toyota:rav4","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Toyota RAV4 is the U.S. best-selling compact crossover, so changes to it tend to ripple across the whole segment. In this discussion, the host says the redesigned 2026 RAV4 is now hybrid only, which is a major powertrain shift for a mainstream model.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Toyota RAV4 is a super-popular crossover in the U.S. Here, the point is that the redesigned 2026 version is going hybrid-only, meaning it relies on an electric motor along with the engine.","imageAttribution":"TTTNIS (CC0)"}},{"id":406130,"startTime":578.76,"endTime":583.76,"type":"car","title":"Jeep Cherokee","url":"/cars/jeep/cherokee","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/7f/2014_Jeep_Grand_Cherokee_-_CIAS_2013.jpg","quote":"With the redesigned 2026 Cherokee that comes back after a three year absence,\n[585.8s] has a more kind of grand Cherokee-esque look to it versus the original one that came out","canonicalId":"car:jeep:cherokee","priority":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Jeep Cherokee is a long-running compact crossover nameplate, and the host highlights a major refresh with the redesigned 2026 model. They also note it returns after a three-year absence, and that its styling is more “Grand Cherokee-esque” than the earlier, more polarizing look.","simplifiedExplanation":"Jeep’s Cherokee is a crossover model that’s been around for years. 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