TOOLS IN THE SHED, EP.56 - SMALL SUVS, HOLDEN ACADIA, & WE READ YOUR MEAN COMMENTS

EV Channels Review

This episode of 'Tools in the Shed' covers a range of automotive topics, with a significant focus on small SUVs and the Holden Acadia. The review of small SUVs highlights the Hyundai Kona, Honda HR-V, and Mazda CX-3, noting their differing design philosophies and price points. While the Kona's aggressive styling is polarizing and may age poorly, the HR-V is praised for its timeless appeal. The CX-3's ride quality is criticized as jumpy and uncomfortable. The Holden Acadia is presented as Holden's crucial large seven-seat SUV offering. The top-spec LTZ-V, tuned by Rob Tribbiani, offers a compliant ride, but lower trims lack this refinement, exhibiting significant body roll and tire chirping. A key advantage of the Acadia is its exceptional third-row space and visibility, surpassing competitors like the CX-9. The episode also touches on the Aston Martin DB11 AMR, Skoda Kodiaq, and VW Polo GTI, alongside a segment on Tesla's fines and the potential for 'Teslaquila'.