Daily Recap: Sunday, April 5, 2026
9 episodes · If you only listen to one: Money Saving Live Automotive Advice Show with Helpful Car Repair Tips, Under The Hood Show
Tesla dominated today's shows, with multiple podcasts covering the end of Model S and Model X production and the Model 3 hitting its tenth anniversary since unveiling. Technical discussions ranged from GMC Yukon programming challenges to Tesla Model Y charging diagnostics, while listeners heard about Hyundai and Kia theft driving up insurance costs, autonomous vehicle development from MIT's Karl Iagnemma, and a look back at 50 years of Conrail history.
Hyundai and Kia Vehicle Theft Crisis Drives Up Insurance Costs for Owners
Hyundai and Kia vehicles face a significant theft problem, with vehicles capable of being stolen in less than a minute.
The high theft rates are translating into dramatically increased insurance premiums for owners, with one driver reporting paying more for insurance on his daughter's Kia than on his other three vehicles combined.
The Car Show with Dane Donovan - 4/4/2026
"Hyundai and Kia vehicles can be stolen in less than a minute"
Tesla Model S and X Production Ends; Industry Focus Shifts on Final Deliveries
Tesla has stopped accepting custom orders for Model S and Model X vehicles as of April 1st, 2026, with only inventory vehicles remaining available for purchase.
The final Model S will be delivered to Silicon Valley investor and former Tesla board member Steve Jurvetson, who notably received the first production Model S with Founder Series VIN number one in 2012.
Episode 557: Model S and X Custom Orders Have Ended
"Custom orders of the Tesla Model S and X have come to an end. All that's left are some in inventory."
346: Tesla Model Y Charging Disabled Diagnostic
"The 2021 Tesla Model Y had a high voltage system that was disabled with open contactors, preventing it from charging after body work was performed."
Episode Spotlights
Smart Driving Cars episode 410- MIT Karl Iagnemma Forum, Artemis II, Waymo, Subaru, Tesla & more
On Subaru's new hands-free driving capability for the Outback:
"The 2026 Subaru Outback gains hands-free driving for the first time...operates on interstate highways, at least some of them, many of them...in the model they're offering it, it's standard equipment."
Easter road test and tool test. Nissan Armada and Bauer 20V ratchet.
On the Nissan Armada's new twin-turbo V6 engine (rated at 450 hp):
"Under the hood, the Armada now uses Nissan's twin-turbo V6 replacing the old V8."
Episode 443: 2026 Chevrolet Equinox, 2026 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
On where the Chevrolet Equinox fits in the compact crossover market:
"You think so because the size of all these vehicles keeps going up... the Equinox really competes against, like the RAV4, the Tucson, the Rogue, the CRV, that like meaty compact crossover segment."
If You Only Listen To One
Money Saving Live Automotive Advice Show with Helpful Car Repair Tips
Practical advice on DEF selection for heavy-duty trucks and proper towing techniques.
By the Numbers
Most-Discussed Cars
| Car | Mentions |
|---|---|
| Ford F150 | 3 |
| Tesla Model Y | 2 |
| Tesla Model S | 2 |
| Tesla Semi | 2 |
| Kia EV3 | 2 |
| Subaru Outback | 2 |
| Porsche 959 | 2 |
| Chrysler Pacifica | 2 |
Trending Terminology
| Term | Mentions |
|---|---|
| fuses | 2 |
| OEM replica wheels | 2 |
| instrument cluster | 1 |
| ECU | 1 |
| GM Tech Support | 1 |
9 episodes. 120 car mentions. 201 terms explained. Browse every episode with searchable annotations and plain-language term definitions in the Car Curious app.