QUESTIONS, COFFEE & CARS #105 // MORE PHEVS? PLUS, TOYOTA TRUCK TROUBLE

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This episode of Questions, Coffee & Cars dives into a variety of automotive topics, with a significant focus on the new Toyota 4Runner and the broader landscape of Toyota trucks. The hosts express strong reservations about the pricing of the new 4Runner TRD Pro, estimating it could reach $85,000-$86,000 CAD, and question its value proposition compared to competitors like the Ford Raptor or Ranger Raptor. They highlight reliability concerns with the Tundra and note that the Tacoma is also seeing slower sales. The Sequoia is also criticized for its layout and disappointing fuel economy. On a more positive note, the Ford Maverick, especially with the new all-wheel-drive hybrid option, is lauded for its value, functionality, and fuel economy, with a strong plea for increased production. Other discussions touch on the potential for features like heated steering wheels to become standard in Canada, the Infiniti Q50's aging technology despite good reliability, and Acura's current EV-only strategy.