{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Decoding Car Reliability: Insights from Consumer Reports with Mike Quincy.  The Ford Bronco Heritage is here!","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/decoding-car-reliability-insights-from-consumer-reports-with-mike-quincy-the-ford-bronco-heritage-is-here","audioUrl":"https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/246908/episodes/14263112-decoding-car-reliability-insights-from-consumer-reports-with-mike-quincy-the-ford-bronco-heritage-is-here.mp3","description":"Ready to unlock the secrets of your future ride's reliability?Join us as we sit down with Consumer Reports' very own Mike Quincy to decode the latest findings on what makes a car truly dependable. This isn't about the dazzle of a fresh-off-the-lot shine; we're talking hardcore evidence from a growing list of owner participants sharing information on their vehicles. Whether you're curious about the resilience of hybrids and electrics or simply seeking a trustworthy commuter, you'll get the unvarnished truth on which models are going the distance. Discover why that new car smell doesn't always mean problem-free and which tech advancements could cost you down the road.Ever wonder why some cars have cult followings despite poor report cards? We'll dig into the paradox of beloved Jeeps and the surprising non-influence of recalls on reliability rankings. Listen as Mike illuminates the cautious genius behind Lexus and Toyota's tech strategies that leave others in the rearview. Plus, in our car review feature segment, get a peek at the retro-cool 2023 Ford Bronco Heritage Edition, complete with design tributes to its ancestors. Fasten your seatbelts for a ride through the ins and outs of automotive endurance, where the true measure of a car's worth is revealed long after the last sales pitch.Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk!The Lupe' Tortilla RestaurantsLupe Tortilla in Katy, Texas Gulf Coast Auto ShieldPaint protection, tint, and more!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time? In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy! Just go to Audacy.com/InWheelTime where ever you are.----- -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our live multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 10a - 12nCT simulcasting on Audacy, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com.In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as:Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device.Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates!Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltimehttps://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTimeFor more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at info@inwheeltime.com"},"annotations":[{"startTime":494.605,"endTime":508.668,"type":"car","title":"Honda Accord","url":"/cars/honda/accord","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e4/1981_Honda_Accord_%2829891730173%29.jpg","quote":"...le. 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