Revving Up with Auto Brand Rankings and News with John Vincent, U.S. News
About this episode
John Vincent from U.S. News joins the In Wheel Time Podcast to discuss the 2024 Best Vehicle Brands and Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Program Awards. The conversation highlights surprising winners like Rivian for luxury brands and Honda for best car brand, along with Mazda dethroning Hyundai in the SUV category. They delve into the criteria for rankings, the significance of innovation in automotive design, and the importance of user-friendly technology in vehicles. The episode also touches on automotive news, including industry shifts and upcoming car shows.
Ready to rev your engines with the latest automotive insights? Today, we have the pleasure of hosting John Vincent from US News & World Report, as we journey through the exciting world of vehicle brands, car technology, and industry news. Together, we'll explore the recent US News and World Report Auto Brand Award winners, stroll through the surprises, and discuss the metrics behind the rankings. We'll also shine the headlights on Rivian, the new kid in town who’s making luxury waves.
But that's not all! We'll then switch gears to discuss the recent rankings for the best car brands across various categories, featuring the standout performances by Ram and Lexus. We even get a glimpse into the future, discussing how automation and cutting-edge features are influencing these rankings. As we shift into higher gear, John Vincent will also share insights on the best certified pre-owned brand, for those of us hunting for great quality at a better price point.
Buckle up, as we navigate through some recent industry news and updates: the job cuts at Continental, the UAW strike impact, Stellantis's buyout packages, and much more. We'll also take a pit stop to discuss Toyota's exclusive move to hybrid Camrys and Ford's exit from the car business. As we cross the finish line, we've got some exciting announcements lined up. Hear about our live show every Saturday morning and our upcoming Houston Autorama remote broadcast. Hang on tight; it's going to be a thrilling ride!
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Delorean DMC-12
"... you can imagine, trying to build a car. Ask John DeLorean how that went for him. But at any rate, I am surp..."
Rivian R1S
"And it's not. The R1S is not an inexpensive SUV, so this would be over ..."
Ford F-150 Lightning
"...so this would be over and above the $150,000 Ford Lightning. That's all decked out with everything, including..."
Chevrolet Silverado EV
"Right. So they could just drive the $84,000 Chevy Silverado EV work truck, and I can't imagine somebody buying a..."
Honda Accord
"... cars in their lineup right now the Civic and the Accord, and which? One I'm going to go with the winner o..."
Honda Civic
"...e only has two cars in their lineup right now the Civic and the Accord, and which? One I'm going to go wi..."
Mazda Cx50
"For the last few years, hyundai has been our winner, but this year they got dethroned by Mazda. Mazda has a couple of new vehicles in the marketplace CX-50 and CX-90 that are getting very good reviews. Plus, the CX-5, which is one of the oldest vehicles in the segment, continues to do extremely well in our rankings and reviews."
Mazda Cx90
"For the last few years, hyundai has been our winner, but this year they got dethroned by Mazda. Mazda has a couple of new vehicles in the marketplace CX-50 and CX-90 that are getting very good reviews. Plus, the CX-5, which is one of the oldest vehicles in the segment, continues to do extremely well in our rankings and reviews."
Mazda Cx5
"Mazda has a couple of new vehicles in the marketplace CX-50 and CX-90 that are getting very good reviews. Plus, the CX-5, which is one of the oldest vehicles in the segment, continues to do extremely well in our rankings and reviews. I just wish that they would fix their infotainment system in the way that that operates."
Gmc Canyon
"...I look at it. Have you, gentlemen, driven the new GMC Canyon yet? I got one sitting in my driveway."
Chevrolet Blazer
"...rs, using the same OTM technology as in the Chevy Blazer. Interesting."
Honda Prologue
"What is that this is? That is the new Honda Prologue, which is a joint venture car between Honda and G..."
Toyota Camry
"... come over the other day. He just got a 22 Toyota Camry CPO and he was telling me about it. It's not quit..."
Chevrolet Malibu
"... the second place Honda Accord and also the Chevy Malibu. Interesting."
Chevrolet Corvette
"It all takes place Saturday, december 2nd, 9 to noon. This is the perfect opportunity to connect with other car enthusiasts, from BMWs to, mentally, corvette's to McLaren's. The car social is a different kind of show."
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