Car Stuff Podcast Ep 255: Manhattan Congestion Fee, New Nissan Kicks, Most-Reliable Car Brands

For the first show of 2025, Jill Ciminillo and Tom Appel opened the conversation discussing a few news item, including a New York City plan to curb midday traffic by instituting a “congestion fee” toll on drivers entering parts of Manhattan. The hosts also discussed Tesla 2024 global sales-which were down-and the demise of a diesel option in General Motor’s half-ton trucks and SUVs.
Still in the first segment, Jill and Tom reviewed the completely redesigned 2025 Nissan Kicks.
In the second segment, the hosts welcome Mike Quincy of Consumer Reports to the show. Mike shared news from the outlet’s new brand-reliability study. News: Neither Toyota nor Lexus is in the top spot this year.
In the last segment Jill is subjected to Tom’s “Which is Longer?” quiz. Jill wrapped up the show discussing Ford’s “COVID Recall,” affecting Super-Duty trucks outfitted with the maker’s Power Stroke diesel engine. Tom also ran down the dates of upcoming auto shows.
Jill is a syndicated automotive writer, currently serving as the managing editor for Pickup Truck + SUV Talk and co-hosts two podcasts: the Consumer Guide Automotive Car Stuff Podcast and the Pickup Truck + SUV Talk Podcast.
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