QUESTIONS, COFFEE & CARS #49 // ARE MORE BRANDS PLANNING HYBRIDS?

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This episode of Questions, Coffee & Cars tackles a variety of automotive topics, from the highly anticipated 2025 Toyota RAV4, which is rumored to be hybrid-only, to the ongoing debate about manufacturer-direct sales versus dealerships. The hosts discuss the VW Atlas versus the Kia EV9, noting that after rebates, the EV9 becomes competitive, though availability might be an issue. They also touch upon the potential for a new Dodge Durango, possibly with a pure electric option, and express a fondness for the current model's reliability. A significant portion is dedicated to the resurgence of hybrid vehicles, with the hosts noting Ford's shift back towards hybrids after initial EV pushback, while GM remains committed to pure EVs. They question government mandates that might exclude hybrids by 2035. Finally, they address questions about luxury compact SUVs and the disappearance of flip-up headlights, attributing it to pedestrian safety regulations.