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Podcast: Play in new window<\/a> | Download<\/a> (Duration: 44:05 \u2014 40.4MB) | Embed<\/a><\/p>\n

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This week on America on the Road<\/strong><\/em>, Jack Nerad puts Mazda\u2019s new 2026 CX-70 Turbo S Premium to the test, while Chris Teague drives Volvo\u2019s smallest and quickest electric SUV, the 2026 Volvo EX30. Jack and Chris also break down the top stories shaping today\u2019s car market, from Tesla\u2019s big shift in the way it charges for driver-assistance features to Volvo\u2019s bold claim that its new EX60 electric SUV can finally put range anxiety to rest. In addition, the show digs into the growing strain of auto loan debt across generations and a controversial federal court ruling that requires that taxpayer funds be spent on electric-vehicle infrastructure.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\ude97 Road Test Segment<\/h4>\n

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Chris Teague Test-Drives the 2026 Volvo EX30<\/h5>\n

Chris reviews Volvo\u2019s compact electric SUV with dual motors, 422 horsepower, rapid acceleration, and a minimalist Scandinavian interior, examining performance, range, charging capability, and where the EX30 fits in the small-EV market.<\/p>\n

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Jack Nerad Test-Drives the 2026 Mazda CX-70 Turbo S Premium<\/h5>\n

Jack evaluates the latest iteration of Mazda\u2019s two-row midsize SUV powered by a turbocharged inline-six with mild-hybrid assist, covering pricing, performance, ride quality, interior refinement, and how the CX-70 stacks up against the closely related CX-90 and logical competitors like the Lexus RX.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcf0 This Week\u2019s Headlines<\/h4>\n

Tesla Restructures Driver Assistance Features<\/h5>\n

Tesla removes Autosteer from standard equipment, placing self-steering behind its Full Self-Driving subscription as it pushes recurring software revenue.<\/p>\n

Volvo Officially Unveils the All-New EX60 Electric SUV<\/h5>\n

Volvo reveals a midsize electric crossover promising up to 400 miles of range, ultra-fast charging, and direct access to Tesla\u2019s Supercharger network.<\/p>\n

Auto Loan Debt Is Squeezing Every Generation<\/h5>\n

A new LendingTree study shows millennials and Gen X carry the largest balances, while Gen Z borrowers face the highest interest rates and the greatest strain on income.<\/p>\n

Federal Judge Forces EV Charging Funds to Move Forward<\/h5>\n

A court blocks the administration from halting billions in EV infrastructure spending, even as future EV demand projections are revised downward.<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Special Guest Interview \u2013 Mike Musheinesh \u2013 CEO, Detroit Axle<\/h4>\n

Mike Musheinesh, CEO of internet auto parts retailer Detroit Axle, joins the show to discuss how recent tariff policy changes have affected the automotive aftermarket, supply chains, and global parts manufacturers.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udce9 Listener Question of the Week<\/h4>\n

Lula from Spokane, Washington asks:\u2028\u201cI only drive about 8,000 miles a year. Am I better off buying or leasing my next car?\u201d\u2028Jack and Chris break down the real-world math and practical considerations for low-mileage drivers.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcda Jack Nerad\u2019s New Book<\/h4>\n

Jack\u2019s crime novel, Only One Thing Stays the Same<\/em><\/strong><\/a>, is available now in paperback and eBook on Amazon \u2014 currently at a post-Christmas sale price.<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfa7 Where to Listen<\/h4>\n

Catch America on the Road<\/em><\/strong> 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.<\/p>\n

Sponsored by Mercury Insurance and DrivingToday.com<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcfa Watch & Subscribe<\/h4>\n

Find America on the Road<\/strong><\/em> on YouTube and Rumble. Subscribe for road test videos, shorts, and extended reviews.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udce8 Email: editor@drivingtoday.com<\/p>\n

Check Out Matt DeLorenzo\u2019s Book<\/strong>:<\/h4>\n

Pick up a copy of co-host Matt DeLorenzo\u2019s terrific new book Mercedes-AMG: Race-Bred Performance<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Special Price for Jack\u2019s Newest Crime Novel<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Jack is now offering his newest crime novel, Only One Thing Stays the Same<\/em><\/strong><\/a>, at a 67%-off price of just $4.99. Click here to buy from Amazon at this special limited-time price.<\/a><\/p>\n

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