#201 2020 Jeep Gladiator First Impressions; RIP Mercedes' Smart Car Brand
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We rented Jeep's all-new 2020 Gladiator and share our first impressions, discussing its place in the market, and if it has what it takes to succeed as a truck. Also, our experts weigh in on the Mercedes-Benz announcement discontinuing the Smart car brand of small vehicles in the US. Finally, we answer audience questions, including the high price for windshield replacement in cars with modern safety features, and why electric vehicle chargers aren't universal (or even cross-compatible.)
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SHOW NOTES
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00:25 - Mercedes’ Smart Car Announcement
05:55 - 2020 Jeep Gladiator
12:19 - Question 1: Increasing Windshield Prices Because of Modern Tech
15:55 - Question 2: Applying Aviation Licensing Rules to Cars With Autopilot
20:21 - Question 3: Why Electric Vehicle Chargers Aren’t Cross-compatible?
23:58 - Question 4: Is the 2020 Hyundai Venue a Good Car For Seniors Citizens?
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2016 Smart Car ForTwo Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9dkkK946Jss
2019 New York Auto Show: 2020 Hyundai Venue
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vg_FiOaMc0Y
2019 Detroit Auto Show: 2020 Jeep Gladiator
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RMnHRUBHOg
2018 LA Auto Show: 2020 Kia Soul
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fb_zoX4V6r8
2014 Kia Soul first drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWLSznNopCw
2019 Subaru Forester Quick Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dymKOcVk7Iw
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