Jill and Tom sift through an enormous amount of news this week, including the announced deaths of four car models, including two from Tesla. Other news items covered include a name for Ford’s new electric small truck, BMW’s new electric-car architecture, and the unexpected comeback of the minivan.

Still in the first segment, Jill reviews the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander small crossover. Listen in for her take.

In the second segment the hosts welcome Brian Moody of Kelley Blue Book to the show. Brian shares his take on the new-car market in 2026, as well as KBB’s Best Buy picks.

In the third segment Jill is subjected to Tom’s “How Red is It?” Quiz.

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