{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"They Boulder Rocks! Subaru Goes Electric and More from NYIAS | Ep. 116","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/they-boulder-rocks-subaru-goes-electric-and-more-from-nyias-ep-116","audioUrl":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/VERTICALSCOPEINC8894749396.mp3","description":"This week we break down the big reveals from the 2026 New York Auto Show. Greg Migliore is joined by Kyle Patrick from New York to discuss the Hyundai Boulder concept, VW Atlas, Subaru Getaway, Chrysler Pacifica, Kia EV3 and more.\n\n\n\nIn this week’s gear test, Mike Schlee reviews a Chemical Guys spray-on tire cleaner.\n\n\n\nIn the AutoGuide Garage, Mike test drives the Volkswagen Golf R and Greg reviews the Subaru Outback Wilderness.\n\n\n\nWe close things out with the mailbag, where we predict what brand is going to make the next great off-roader.\n\n\nLearn more about your ad choices. 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