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, 15 Apr 2026 02:00:49 +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 Best Minivans for 2026: Sienna vs. Carnival vs. Odyssey vs. Pacifica Compared https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/best-minivan-2026-comparison-sienna-carnival-odyssey-pacifica/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/best-minivan-2026-comparison-sienna-carnival-odyssey-pacifica/#respond Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:46:48 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=66398 2026 Toyota Sienna XSE in red on a city street

Every 2026 minivan compared head-to-head. Toyota Sienna, Kia Carnival, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Pacifica specs, pricing, fuel economy, and our verdict.

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Rivian’s 2026 Lineup: Every Model, Every Price, and Which One to Buy https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/rivian-2026-lineup-guide/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/rivian-2026-lineup-guide/#respond Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:04:52 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/rivian-2026-lineup-guide/ Rivian 2026 lineup with R1T, R2, and R3 electric vehicles parked in a mountain valley at sunset

Rivian's 2026 lineup explained. R1T, R1S, R2, and R3 preview with prices, range, seating, IIHS safety, and which Rivian fits which buyer.

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2026 Rivian R1T Buyer’s Guide: Quad Motor, Lightning, Cybertruck Compared https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/2026-rivian-r1t-buyer-guide/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/2026-rivian-r1t-buyer-guide/#respond Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:04:48 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/2026-rivian-r1t-buyer-guide/ 2026 Rivian R1T electric pickup truck in Gen-2 trim

The 2026 Rivian R1T buyer's guide with price, range, Quad Motor performance, and how the Gen-2 refresh compares to the Ford F-150 Lightning and Tesla Cybertruck.

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2026 Rivian R1S Buyer’s Guide: Price, Range, and What the Gen-2 Refresh Changed https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/2026-rivian-r1s-buyer-guide/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/2026-rivian-r1s-buyer-guide/#respond Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:04:44 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/2026-rivian-r1s-buyer-guide/ 2026 Rivian R1S Gen-2 electric SUV in Forest Green

The 2026 Rivian R1S buyer's guide with price, range, trim walk, Gen-2 refresh highlights, IIHS safety, and how it compares to the Kia EV9, Volvo EX90, and Tesla Model X.

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Rivian Reliability in 2026: What Three Years of R1T and R1S Owner Data Shows https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/rivian-reliability-2026/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/rivian-reliability-2026/#respond Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:04:39 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/rivian-reliability-2026/ Gen-2 Rivian R1T electric truck parked inside an architectural covered structure

Rivian reliability in 2026, with three years of R1T and R1S owner data, Consumer Reports coverage, NHTSA recall history, and TWD's own reliability database findings.

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2026 Rivian R2 Buyer’s Guide: Price, Release Date, and What You Get https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/2026-rivian-r2-buyer-guide/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/2026-rivian-r2-buyer-guide/#respond Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:04:14 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/2026/04/2026-rivian-r2-buyer-guide/ 2026 Rivian R2 electric SUV rear view kicking up dirt on a desert trail at golden hour

The 2026 Rivian R2 buyer's guide: price, release date, Launch Package features, range, and how it compares to the Tesla Model Y.

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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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How to Set Up Your 2025 RAM ProMaster 2500 for Work: Shelving, Tie-Downs & Upfit Guide https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/12/how-to-set-up-your-2025-ram-promaster-2500-for-work/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/12/how-to-set-up-your-2025-ram-promaster-2500-for-work/#respond Sun, 14 Dec 2025 17:44:00 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=55285 2025 RAM ProMaster 2500 SLT in gray with sliding door open and aftermarket ladder rack installed

A flooring contractor with 30 years in the trade calls the ProMaster “by far the best vehicle I’ve had for work.” A mobile mechanic who ... Read more

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2025 RAM ProMaster vs Ford Transit vs Mercedes Sprinter: Which Cargo Van Should You Buy? https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/12/2025-ram-promaster-vs-ford-transit-vs-mercedes-sprinter/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/12/2025-ram-promaster-vs-ford-transit-vs-mercedes-sprinter/#respond Sat, 13 Dec 2025 20:16:00 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=55283 RAM ProMaster roof height comparison showing Standard Roof, High Roof, and Super High Roof configurations side by side

Three vans dominate the North American full-size cargo market, and each one reflects a different engineering philosophy. The RAM ProMaster prioritizes cargo width and low ... Read more

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2025 RAM ProMaster 2500 Review https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/12/2025-ram-promaster-2500/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/12/2025-ram-promaster-2500/#respond Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:36:46 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=55280 2025 RAM ProMaster 2500 SLT High Roof in Ceramic Gray, front three-quarter view showing LED headlamps and chrome grille

The ProMaster 2500 is the middle child in RAM‘s commercial lineup, between the lighter-duty 1500 and the heavy-hauling 3500. The one I’m reviewing: High Roof, ... Read more

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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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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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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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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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2025 Ford Explorer Platinum RWD Review: Continuing the American Manufacturing Heritage https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/05/2025-ford-explorer-platinum/ https://theweeklydriver.com/2025/05/2025-ford-explorer-platinum/#respond Sun, 25 May 2025 16:56:00 +0000 https://theweeklydriver.com/?p=54680 2025 Ford Explorer Platinum RWD

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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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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