QUESTIONS, COFFEE & CARS, EPISODE #32 // WILL CAR PRICES CONTINUE TO GO UP?

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This episode of 'Questions, Coffee & Cars' tackles a range of viewer inquiries, from the future of car prices to specific vehicle recommendations and EV concerns. The hosts address the persistent rise in car prices, attributing it to inflation, supply chain issues, and increased manufacturing costs, suggesting current prices are the new normal. They also discuss the challenges of finding vehicles under $25,000, promising to review the Nissan Versa. A significant portion is dedicated to the Toyota bZ4X, highlighting its poor cold-weather performance and significant charging speed degradation after the third charge, a trait shared with its Subaru and Lexus platform mates. For those seeking a used mainstream sedan with AWD, the Dodge Charger is recommended for its proven platform (derived from an old Mercedes E-Class), reliability, and available Hemi or Pentastar engines. In the compact SUV/hybrid segment, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is favored over the Honda CR-V hybrid for its plug-in capability, extra row of seats, and slightly larger size. The hosts also express excitement for the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser and manual transmission Tacoma, while acknowledging the ongoing demand for more standard features and technology in new vehicles. Regarding EVs, they predict prices will not decrease due to global electrification trends and raw material demand, though range is expected to improve.