Welcome to America on the Road, the award-winning automotive radio show now in its 31st year. Hosts Jack Nerad and Chris Teague deliver the latest auto industry updates, road tests, and engaging interviews with top automotive leaders.

This week’s America on the Road spotlight shines on the 2025 Toyota Crown Signia and the 2025 Hyundai Tucson, two takes on the popular crossover theme. The Crown Signia, a hybrid SUV-station wagon, combines luxury, technology, and efficiency, aiming to shake up the hybrid market with premium features at an accessible price. Jack’s road test highlights its refined interior, quiet ride, driver-assistance technology and value proposition. Is it fun to drive? Jack will share his opinion.

Meanwhile, across the country, Chris takes the 2025 Hyundai Tucson for a weeklong test drive, exploring its balance of style, tech, and versatility. With updated features, sharp looks, and impressive fuel efficiency, it continues to set a high bar in the compact SUV segment. Teague examines its performance, interior, and pricing, drawing conclusions on its suitability for families and commuters.

In the news, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) plans to mandate automatic emergency braking (AEB) in all new vehicles by 2029—a controversial move with life-saving potential. General Motors stuns the motorsports world with Cadillac’s entry into Formula 1 in 2026, while Hyundai, Genesis, and Kia recall over 200,000 vehicles. Fiat dazzles at the Los Angeles Auto Show with its 500e Giorgio Armani Collector’s Edition, blending sustainability with Italian luxury.

Special guests Bob Broderdorf, Senior Vice President and Head of Jeep Brand North America, and Aamir Ahmed, Head of FIAT North America, share insights on their brands’ latest innovations, in interviews Jack Nerad conducted at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

Listener questions include a deep dive into the cost-effectiveness of electric vehicles versus gas-powered models.

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Show Notes for America on the Road

Episode 243 Highlights:

• Road Tests:

◦ 2025 Toyota Crown Signia – luxury meets hybrid efficiency in Toyota’s mid-size SUV.

◦ 2025 Hyundai Tucson – a compact SUV that blends sharp design, advanced tech, and family-friendly practicality.

• Driving News:

◦ NHTSA’s AEB mandate: safety or controversy?

◦ Cadillac enters Formula 1 in 2026.

◦ Hyundai, Genesis, and Kia recall over 200,000 vehicles.

◦ Fiat debuts the 500e Giorgio Armani Edition.

• Interviews from the LA Auto Show:

◦ Bob Broderdorf, Jeep Brand North America

◦ Aamir Ahmed, FIAT, Stellantis North America

• Listener Question: Are EVs cheaper to maintain than gas-powered vehicles?

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