QUESTIONS, COFFEE & CARS #42 // WHY ARE ALL THE CARS GETTING STOLEN?

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This episode of Questions, Coffee & Cars tackles several pressing automotive topics. The hosts address a viewer's query about the Lexus NX 450h+ and its F-Sport trim, noting that the F-Sport is primarily a styling upgrade with minimal discernible handling improvements for the significant price difference. They also touch upon the limited availability of the NX 450h+ in non-ZEV mandate regions. A significant portion of the discussion revolves around the alarming rise in car thefts, particularly in Eastern Canada, attributing it to organized crime and insufficient port policing. Despite this issue, the hosts defend recommending Korean brands like Kia and Hyundai due to their inherent quality, drivability, and usefulness, emphasizing that the theft problem is a broader systemic issue. They also debunk rumors of the Mazda CX-5 being discontinued, suggesting a potential model refresh instead. Finally, they discuss the price discrepancies between Canadian and US markets, attributing them to different economic factors and consumer demands, and offer advice on subcompact SUV choices like the Kia Seltos and Subaru Crosstrek.