DOES TOYOTA'S NEW 0W-8 ENGINE OIL IMPROVE FUEL ECONOMY? IS THE JEEP WRANGLER A CONVERTIBLE?

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This episode of 'Talking Cars' tackles a variety of audience-submitted questions, offering practical advice and insights. The discussion on EV braking distances reveals that despite increased weight, EVs generally stop comparably to or better than their internal combustion engine counterparts, often due to performance-oriented tires. The panel debates which vehicle segment should be revamped, with a strong preference for bringing back station wagons over crossovers and a call to make entry-level luxury SUVs sportier. Advice for storing hybrid vehicles long-term includes fuel stabilization, maintaining a 50% charge on the high-voltage battery, and disconnecting the 12-volt battery. The show clarifies that used-car reliability data is based on the most recent 12 months of owner surveys, not cumulative data. A spirited debate ensues on whether the Jeep Wrangler qualifies as a convertible, with the consensus leaning towards 'no' due to its inherent structural safety features. Finally, the use of ultra-thin 0W-8 engine oil in the Toyota Crown is explained as a measure for improved fuel economy and emissions, not planned obsolescence, though its limited availability is noted.