{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"First Tests: 2026 Jeep Cherokee; 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee — New Engines, New Life","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/first-tests-2026-jeep-cherokee-2026-jeep-grand-cherokee-new-engines-new-life","audioUrl":"https://media.blubrry.com/america_on_the_road/mc.blubrry.com/america_on_the_road/AOTR_Episode_308_airs_2-28-2026.mp3?awCollectionId=1236214&awEpisodeId=11998128&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, guest co-host Matt DeLorenzo joins Jack Nerad as they dive into Jack’s first-drive impressions of the revived 2026 Jeep Cherokee and updated 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Matt reviews the 2026 Volvo EX30, a punchy subcompact EV SUV with Scandinavian flair, while Jack road-tests the premium 2026 Genesis GV60 Performance, a luxury compact EV with vivid acceleration matched with luxury features. Plus, Jack sits down with Mike Cockell, Product Lead for the 2026 Jeep Cherokee, to discuss its all-new hybrid powertrain, off-road capabilities, and new pricing.\n🚗 Jack Nerad Test-Drives the 2026 Genesis GV60 Performance\n\nJack evaluates the top-trim Genesis GV60, a luxury compact EV sharing its platform with Hyundai and Kia but elevated with premium touches. Dual motors deliver 429 horsepower (or 483 horsepower in Boost Mode), all-wheel drive, and a 252-mile EPA range, with fast-charging from 10-80% in about 18 minutes. The interior boasts Nappa leather, a massive 27-inch display, Ergo Motion seats, and advanced safety tech like blind-spot avoidance and highway driving assist. Jack covers handling, cabin comfort, infotainment, and value starting at $73,370, noting its refined ride but snug cargo space compared to rivals.\n🚙 Matt DeLorenzo Test-Drives the 2026 Volvo EX30\n\nMatt takes on Volvo’s newest subcompact EV SUV, combining minimalist design with a maximum of 422 horsepower, 400 lb-ft of torque, and a 3.3-second 0-60 mph sprint. It offers a 253-mile range, 153 kW fast-charging, and seating for five in a compact package with Google-integrated infotainment and advanced driver aids. Matt discusses its tech-rich cabin, towing up to 2,000 lbs, and how it stacks up as an accessible, performance-oriented option in the small EV segment.\n🎙️ Special Guest Interview\nJack chats with Mike Cockell, director of small Jeep vehicles at Stellantis and director of the Jeep Cherokee nameplate. They dive deeply into the revived midsize SUV with a new hybrid powertrain delivering 210 horsepower, 37 mpg, and over 500 miles of range. And they discuss off-road features like Cherokee’s heritage, all-around capability, and enhanced safety.\n📰 This Week’s Headlines\nJeep Revives the 2026 Cherokee\n\nJeep brings back the midsize SUV with a boxier design, hybrid powertrain, increased cargo space, Uconnect 5 tech, and strong off-road prowess, including eight inches of ground clearance. Production starts in Mexico, with arrivals late this year. Stellantis counts on it to lead a U.S. sales turnaround for the Jeep brand.\n2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Gets Brand-New Hurricane Engine\n\nThe updated Grand Cherokee features a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder with 324 horsepower, 6,200-lb towing, and refreshed styling. Trims simplify to Laredo, Limited, and Summit, with options like air suspension and McIntosh audio. Its Hurricane four-cylinder engine might expand to other models like the Cherokee in the future.\nJ.D. Power EV Experience Study Hits Record Highs\nBEV owner satisfaction reaches new peaks at 786 (premium) and 727 (mass market), led by Tesla Model 3 (804) and Ford Mustang Mach-E (760). Public charging improves, but the sales slump post-tax credits raises questions on market rebound. The study shows 96% of owners would consider another EV, highlighting improvements in battery tech and infrastructure.\nWhite House Exempts Autos from 10% Global Tariff\nPassenger vehicles and parts are spared from the new levy, easing pressure on automakers amid ongoing steel/aluminum duties. Industry groups welcome the move but note persistent policy challenges. The temporary 150-day 10% import duty effective February 24 exempts autos to address U.S. economy needs.\n📩 Listener Question of the Week\nThomas from Salem, Oregon, asks: “Are station wagons making a comeback, or is that just wishful thinking?”\nJack and Matt discuss the resurgence of wagon-like vehicles through crossovers and all-terrain models, weighing nostalgia against modern SUV dominance.\n🎧 America on the Road is named Best Radio Show by the International Automotive Media Conference and is now in its 33rd year on the air.\nSubscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you listen.\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. 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