The Weekly Driver Podcast https://theweeklydriver.com Hosted by James Raia and Bruce Aldrich, The Weekly Driver Podcast dives deep into the highways and byways of the automotive world. Each week, we put you in the driver’s seat, exploring unique, unusual, and often untold stories from across the industry’s spectrum. Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:19:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 James Raia James Raia [email protected] The Weekly Driver Podcast https://theweeklydriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TWD-Podcast-Logo-Car-White-1.png https://theweeklydriver.com The Weekly Driver Podcast Hosted by James Raia and Bruce Aldrich, The Weekly Driver Podcast dives deep into the highways and byways of the automotive world. Each week, we put you in the driver’s seat, exploring unique, unusual, and often untold stories from across the industry’s spectrum. false Car Camping Under the Stars with the 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/12/car-camping-under-the-stars-with-the-2026-subaru-forester-wilderness/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/12/car-camping-under-the-stars-with-the-2026-subaru-forester-wilderness/#respond Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:05:05 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=54818 Car Camping Under the Stars with the 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness

The 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness stands as a capable refuge for those seeking to car camp off the beaten path. Its interior design and robust ... Read more

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]]> https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/12/car-camping-under-the-stars-with-the-2026-subaru-forester-wilderness/feed/ 0 54818 2025 Lexus UX 300h Review: for the Commuter, Small Crossover, Big Efficiency https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/10/2025-lexus-ux-300h/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/10/2025-lexus-ux-300h/#respond Wed, 29 Oct 2025 03:38:47 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=53815 2025 Lexus UX 300h

The 2025 Lexus UX 300h represents continual evolution in the subcompact luxury crossover segment. This model year brings an entirely new hybrid powertrain that delivers ... Read more

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]]> https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/10/2025-lexus-ux-300h/feed/ 0 53815 2025 Best of the Bay https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/10/2025-best-of-the-bay/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/10/2025-best-of-the-bay/#respond Fri, 17 Oct 2025 17:41:17 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=53642 2026 Subaru Solterra EV Touring XT front

For 2025 Best of the Bay, Northern California’s top automotive journalists gathered in Petaluma, California, to drive and review 14 vehicles in a fast paced, ... Read more

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]]> https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/10/2025-best-of-the-bay/feed/ 0 53642 2025 Ford Maverick XLT AWD Review: Built for Adventure https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/06/2025-ford-maverick-xlt-awd/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/06/2025-ford-maverick-xlt-awd/#respond Sat, 21 Jun 2025 17:38:00 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=54690 2025 Ford Maverick XLT AWD

A Velocity Blue 2025 Ford Maverick XLT AWD pickup sits at the trailhead, splattered with the fine dust of a Foresthill Road descent. Behind it, ... Read more

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]]> https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/06/2025-ford-maverick-xlt-awd/feed/ 0 54690 2025 Subaru Forester Limited Review Along Northern California’s Back Roads https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/06/2025-subaru-forester-limited/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/06/2025-subaru-forester-limited/#respond Thu, 12 Jun 2025 18:04:00 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=54630 2025 Subaru Forester Limited

The 2025 Subaru Forester Limited, finished in Autumn Green Metallic, pulled into the parking lot of a Dry Creek Valley tasting room on a Friday ... Read more

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The 2025 Ford Explorer Platinum RWD starts at $57,865 as tested in this configuration. It represents the latest iteration of a nameplate that has sold ... Read more

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]]> https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/05/2025-ford-explorer-platinum/feed/ 0 54680 2025 Kia K4 GT-Line Turbo Review: Delivering 190 HP Under $31,500 https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/05/2025-kia-k4-gt-line-turbo/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/05/2025-kia-k4-gt-line-turbo/#respond Fri, 16 May 2025 22:01:34 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=54747 2025 Kia K4 GT-Line Turbo

The 2025 Kia K4 GT-Line Turbo represents the flagship variant of Kia’s new compact sedan lineup, replacing the outgoing Forte with a vehicle that delivers ... Read more

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The 2025 Subaru WRX tS stands as the most capable and focused WRX ever sold in North America. Priced at $46,875 including destination, this “tuned ... Read more

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]]> https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/05/2025-subaru-wrx-ts/feed/ 0 54665 2026 Chevrolet Corvettes Redefine the Driver-Centric Cockpit Experience https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/05/2026-chevrolet-corvettes-redefine-the-driver-centric-cockpit-experience/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/05/2026-chevrolet-corvettes-redefine-the-driver-centric-cockpit-experience/#respond Thu, 08 May 2025 21:00:26 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=48782 2026 Chevrolet Corvettes Redefine the Driver-Centric Cockpit Experience

The entire lineup of the 2026 Chevrolet Corvettes introduces a thoroughly reimagined interior that marries cutting-edge technology with elevated craftsmanship, effectively addressing one of the ... Read more

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]]> https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/05/2026-chevrolet-corvettes-redefine-the-driver-centric-cockpit-experience/feed/ 0 48782 Sony Honda Mobility AFEELA 1 EV – Behind the Wheel https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/04/sony-honda-mobility-afeela-1-ev-behind-the-wheel/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/04/sony-honda-mobility-afeela-1-ev-behind-the-wheel/#respond Sat, 26 Apr 2025 22:50:54 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=48308 Sony Honda Mobility AFEELA 1 EV

The highly anticipated Sony Honda Mobility AFEELA 1 EV represents a watershed moment in automotive partnerships, merging Sony’s technological prowess with Honda’s manufacturing expertise. I ... Read more

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]]> https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/04/sony-honda-mobility-afeela-1-ev-behind-the-wheel/feed/ 0 48308 2025 Subaru Forester Limited Hybrid Review: Proving Substance Wins https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/04/2025-subaru-forester-limited-hybrid/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/04/2025-subaru-forester-limited-hybrid/#respond Sat, 12 Apr 2025 16:24:00 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=53704 2025 Subaru Forester Limited Hybrid

The 2025 Subaru Forester Limited Hybrid arrived with Autumn Green Metallic paint, a color that blends naturally with pine trees, granite shorelines, and the blue ... Read more

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The 2025 RAM 2500 Laramie Sport Crew Cab 4×4 is a heavy-duty truck designed for those who demand both rugged capability and refined luxury. Built ... Read more

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]]> 48210 2025 Kia K4 GT-Line Review: Stylish and Sporty Under 30 https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/02/2025-kia-k4-gt-line/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/02/2025-kia-k4-gt-line/#respond Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:07:16 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=46846 2025 Kia K4 GT-Line

In the ever-evolving landscape of compact sedans, the 2025 Kia K4 GT-Line emerges as a curious contender. Positioned as a replacement for the outgoing Forte/K3/Cerato, ... Read more

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]]> https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/02/2025-kia-k4-gt-line/feed/ 0 46846 2025 Kia Sorento PHEV SX-Prestige AWD Review: Combine Premium Features with Efficiency and Three-Row Versatility https://theweeklydriver.com/2024/12/2025-kia-sorento-phev-sx-prestige-awd/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2024/12/2025-kia-sorento-phev-sx-prestige-awd/#respond Tue, 31 Dec 2024 02:14:29 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=46031 2025 Kia Sorento PHEV SX-Prestige AWD

The 2025 Kia Sorento PHEV SX-Prestige AWD emerges as a compelling fusion of efficiency, luxury, and versatility. The Sorento PHEV doesn’t just represent another entry ... Read more

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]]> https://theweeklydriver.com/2024/12/2025-kia-sorento-phev-sx-prestige-awd/feed/ 0 46031 2024 Fiat 500e RED Review – Electric City Driving in Style https://theweeklydriver.com/2024/12/2024-fiat-500e-red/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2024/12/2024-fiat-500e-red/#respond Sun, 29 Dec 2024 04:13:25 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=46431 2024 Fiat 500e Red

Navigating the bustling streets of Midtown Sacramento in the 2024 Fiat 500e RED, I couldn’t help but appreciate the vehicle’s nimble handling and compact size. ... Read more

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]]> https://theweeklydriver.com/2024/12/2024-fiat-500e-red/feed/ 0 46431 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE Rubicon X Review: Take Luxury Plug-In Hybrid Capabilities Off-Road https://theweeklydriver.com/2024/12/2024-jeep-wrangler-4xe-rubicon-x-takes-luxury-plug-in-hybrid-capabilities-off-road/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2024/12/2024-jeep-wrangler-4xe-rubicon-x-takes-luxury-plug-in-hybrid-capabilities-off-road/#respond Wed, 25 Dec 2024 07:40:26 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=46305 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE Rubicon X

Navigating the winding roads of the Sierra Nevada foothills, the 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Rubicon X hummed quietly beneath me, a stark contrast to the ... Read more

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