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REVEALING THE TOP 4 FINALISTS FOR CAR OF THE YEAR

The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz Jan 09, 2026 47 min

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Kelly and Liz reveal the top four finalists for the Car of the Year, discussing the redesigns and family functionality of each contender: the Nissan Armada, Honda Passport, Ford Expedition, and Hyundai Palisade. They also share personal anecdotes about their daily lives, including parenting challenges, fashion choices, and recent purchases. The episode is filled with humor and relatable moments, making it a fun listen for anyone interested in cars and family life.

Topics: car of the year finalists parenting challenges fashion choices recent purchases daily life anecdotes

Cars: Ford Expedition Honda Passport Hyundai Palisade Nissan Armada

Finishing off the first week back to normalcy after the holidays and the Carpool ladies are getting back into the routine. They're both trying to make sure they are fully dressed in something other than athleisure. So far, they are noticing some major differences. But will it last? It's time to see what Kelly and Lizz have been buying so far in 2026 with Last Three Transactions. Kelly kicks it off with a butter dish that has a very interesting story behind it that reveals a relationship truth we might not want to hear, but need to. Lizz has a reveal of her own as we discover she still is shopping at Victor's Secret. Plus, a bonus future transaction Kelly is trying to get done to get her husband to finally get some decorations on their bare walls! Industry News is extra special this week as it is time for the Car Mom Car of the Year! Kelly and Lizz are revealing the top 4 contenders for the year. Did your favorite make the cut? Get your vote in now: https://form.typeform.com/to/Eql6AnTo Finally in Ditch the Drive-Thru, Kelly talks about her easy homemade pizza. But why won't anyone just tell us moms what they want to eat?!?

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Honda Passport

"...o particular order. The Nissan Armada, the Honda Passport, the Ford Expedition and the Hyundai Palisade. T..."

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Hyundai Palisade

"...nda Passport, the Ford Expedition and the Hyundai Palisade. Tough."

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Ford Expedition

"... The Nissan Armada, the Honda Passport, the Ford Expedition and the Hyundai Palisade. Tough."

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Nissan Armada

"...finalists are in no particular order. The Nissan Armada, the Honda Passport, the Ford Expedition and the ..."

The Nissan Armada is a big family vehicle that can carry a lot of people and their stuff. It's strong and can handle rough roads, making it great for trips or adventures.

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