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Happy New Year from Consumer and Car Exam Reviews and Consumer and Car Exam – 2024 Has Arrived!

Happy New Year from Consumer and Car Exam Reviews and Consumer and Car Exam! 2024 is here: will electric vehicles continue to lag in sales?

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Happy New Year from Consumer and Car Exam Reviews and Consumer and Car Exam! 2024 is here: will electric vehicles continue to lag in sales? Does a lack of infrastructure and other issues have auto manufacturers rethinking their strategy? That, along with many other issues in the automotive industry will be tackled in 2024! 2025 vehicles will be making their debut this year – what’s ahead? The auto industry should be interesting this year!

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Happy Holidays From Consumer and Car Exam Reviews and Consumer Car Exam

Black Friday 2023 has come and gone, and Cyber Monday is upon us. Shoppers are still going for deals – much more cautiously with inflation and the economy being major issues in the U.S. right now.

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Happy Holidays From Consumer and Car Exam Reviews and Consumer Car Exam

Black Friday 2023 has come and gone, and Cyber Monday is upon us. Shoppers are still going for deals – much more cautiously with inflation and the economy
being major issues in the U.S. right now. If you’re looking for electronics,
appliance, or other retail deals, retailers like Walmart, Amazon,
and many more are offering good or even great deals, post-Black Friday. It’s
best to go to the websites of the retailer you’re shopping at to find these
deals, so don’t hesitate to search online and do your due diligence before
making a purchase.

Staying in a budget (if you have one, as many people do) is very important.
Figure out what you need, how much you can afford to spend, and stick to your
budget. Small businesses may offer some good deals, and it’s a good thing to
help out those retailers as well. That will go a long way in making your
post-holiday bills less of an issue. Happy Holidays From Consumer and Car Exam Reviews and Consumer Car Exam, and shop smartly!

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EV News: Tesla Cybertruck, and other EV News and Issues

Tesla’s long-awaited and very overdue Cybertruck is progressing on the production line. With its production taking place in Texas, it already looks a bit outdated, and one has to wonder how well it will sell in today’s market

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Tesla Cybertruck Progressing, but it’s Tardy to the Party

Tesla’s long-awaited and very overdue Cybertruck is progressing on the production line. With its production taking place in Texas, it already looks a bit outdated, and one has to wonder how well it will sell in today’s market (and much it will sell for). Ford has been selling its electric F-150 Pickup Truck for some time now; Rivian has had its truck out and on the streets for awhile (but how long will that last), Ram has an exciting new electric pickup truck in the works (the concept looks awesome), and other companies are in the EV truck market or about to enter it soon.

With its sharp edges and angles, the Cybertruck – at least styling-wise – just seems to look outdated and a bit odd. I admire Elon Musk’s ability to think outside the box with the Cybertruck, but when it’s all said and done, will buyers snap it up like they’ve done with the Tesla Model S, Model 3, etc.? That remains to be seen. Being tardy to the party will either payoff or backfire for Tesla.

The Chevy Bolt is Done – What’s next for Chevrolet? Also: EV Issues

Now that Chevrolet had pulled the plug and the aging (but still selling well) Chevy Bolt, what’s next for the GM Division? An all-new electric Blazer EV will be hitting the market soon, and some have already left the Mexico-based assembly plant, headed for the U.S. Maximum range of some of the models will hit 320 miles – the more the better.

EV Issues

The problem still facing electric vehicles is limited range from most EV’s, infrastructure (the limited charging stations is still a major issue), strain on the U.S. power grid, specialized materials needed to make EV batteries, and EV prices, along with other issues. Going all-in with EV’s may prove to be a mistake for the automotive industry as time goes on.

The U.S. Government (as well as state governments, and other countries as well) are trying to kill off Internal Combustion Vehicles as quickly as possible, but there are a number of negative ramifications. Relying on foreign entities like China for battery materials is not the best idea, and with the current political climate, it doesn’t seem to be the most prudent, either. Time will certainly tell if it is, or is not.

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Happy Easter! from Consumer and Car Exam Reviews + Consumer and Car Exam

Happy Easter! from Consumer and Car Exam Reviews + Consumer and Car Exam

Happy Easter! from Consumer and Car Exam Reviews + Consumer and Car Exam

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Happy Easter! from Consumer and Car Exam Reviews + Consumer and Car Exam

May your Easter be filled with peace and joy!

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Happy New Year From Consumer and Car Exam Reviews ✨✨✨

Kia Habanero Concept – 2019 L.A. Auto Show Quick Preview Coming Up! Consumer and Car Exam Reviews #laautoshow

Happy New Year from Consumer and Car Exam Reviews + Consumer and Car Exam! 14-plus years later, Consumer and Car Exam Reviews + Consumer and Car Exam continues to evolve. 2023 will be no exception – look for more in the year ahead.

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L.A. Auto Show Snippet: Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays From Consumer And Car Exam Reviews

There were lots of interesting vehicles to see at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show this year

2022 L.A. Auto Show

There were lots of interesting vehicles to see at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show this year – Electric Vehicles were hot, as well as entries from Dodge, Genesis, Kia, Ford, Hyundai, Chevrolet, Toyota, Subaru, and many others. Even though some manufacturers were absent from the 2022 LA Auto Show this year, there where more than enough vehicles to keep things interesting.

Merry Christmas, and Happy Holidays from Consumer and Car Exam Reviews! 🌟🎄✨

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1st MEGUIAR’S SO-CAL NATIONALS 2022 – Goodguys – Del Mar, California

September 30-October 2, 2022 brought the 1st MEGUIAR’S SO-CAL NATIONALS 2022 to Del Mar, California, filled with lots of very cool classic cars and trucks, venders, racers, and families seeking some great fun to share!

The Goodguys put on another great event (as always) at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The list of great classic cars was long, from popular vehicles like Mustangs, Camaros and Corvettes, to some rare ones, like the 1999 Shelby Series 1, and a 1964 Rambler Pickup Truck.

1999 Shelby Series 1 – 1st MEGUIAR’S SO-CAL NATIONALS 2022

There were also a nice collection of woodies throughout the fairgrounds – there was something for everyone. Along with the Goodguys CPP Autocross and the Indoor Car Show, there was a Kids Zone, live entertainment, the PPG Lowrider Palace, a swap meet, and lots of venders, including one with a cool in-home setup that features the rear ends of classic muscle cars (with bright taillights!), a vender with light up signs, so much more. You could even find some parts for your classic car, which was an added plus for show attendees with their own classic cars.

1967 Mustang GT – 1st MEGUIAR’S SO-CAL NATIONALS 2022 – Consumer and Car Exam Reviews

Meguir’s All American Sunday featured American made cars from any era, which is always a nice touch. Event Hours were 8am-5pm (Friday and Saturday), and 8am-3pm on Sunday. If you want something fun to do out of town, don’t miss the 32nd Autumn Get-Together in Pleasanton, CA at the Alameda County Fairgrounds https://www.good-guys.com/agt November 12 & 13, or the 25th Speedway Motors Southwest Nationals, November 18-20, 2022, at WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N Pima Rd. Scottsdale, AZ https://www.good-guys.com/swn

Go to the Goodguys website at: https://www.good-guys.com/ to find out about future events in 2023 when they are posted.

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2022 Kia Soul – A One Minute Consumer and Car Exam Reviews + Consumer and Car Exam Summer Review

Good Grades: The 2022 Kia Soul is more refined than the last generation Soul tested by Consumer and Car Exam Reviews + Consumer and Car Exam.

2022 Kia Soul

Good Grades: The 2022 Kia Soul is more refined than the last generation Soul tested by Consumer and Car Exam Reviews + Consumer and Car Exam. Styling is sharper and more up to date, the stereo sounds good and seems easy to use (you can select specific artists, albums, and songs to play), the seat comfort/overall ergonomics are still nice, the brakes work well, acceleration is mighty impressive – the 201 hp, 1.6 liter turbo four cylinder feels like a powerful V6, not a four cylinder engine, and the automatic transmission shifts smoothly. The fuel economy for such an engine also impresses; it averaged well over 30 mpg with highway driving. Rear cargo room with the seats folded down is very, very good. Interior room is also very good for its size. Finally, interior noise levels at highway speeds are acceptable.

Bad Grades: Sloppy handling still hampers the 2022 Kia Soul – mountain driving doesn’t inspire any confidence whatsoever. It’s fine on the straightaways, but a Nervous Nellie going around curves. Kia still hasn’t corrected that issue from the last generation Soul, which is very disappointing. The windows need to be larger again, not fashionably smaller. Visibility is affected somewhat.

Final Grade: The 2022 Kia Soul pulls in a solid “B” grade – It’s a nice, solid ride, held back by its softly-tuned suspension, once again. If it weren’t for that, the 2022 Kia Soul Turbo would be a hoot to drive.

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Happy New Year from Consumer and Exam + Consumer and Car Exam Reviews and T.C.E! 2022 Begins! #2022 #ConsumerandCarExam #ConsumerandCarExamReviews #HappyNewYear #Twitter #NewCars #Cars #Food #Tech #SUV #Trucks

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National Park Free Entrance Day This Month, JD Power Initial Survey Impressions – Consumer and Car Exam Reviews and Consumer and Car Exam – #RamTrucks #Dodge #NPS #LaborDay #LaborDayWeekend


Another free entry day at U.S. National Parks!

Do you want something fun to do this first weekend of Fall? Saturday, September 25 is Public Lands Day—and also a “fee-free entrance day” at over 100 national parks throughout the United States! Go to this web address to find out more information: http://www.nps.gov/findapark/feefreeparks.htm Enjoy!

Source: The National Park Service (http://www.nps.gov/findapark/feefreeparks.htm)

Anza-Borrego State Park & Borrego Springs, CA – Consumer and Car Exam Travel Series

Ram Trucks and Dodge Vehicles lead the 2021 JD Power Initial Quality Survey

Ram Trucks and Dodge cars lead the 2021 JD Power Initial Quality Survey. According to JD Power, RamTrucks became the highest-ranking brandin overall initial quality for the first time, with a low score score of 128 PP (problems per 100 vehicles) in the first 90 days of ownership. Dodge was also a huge surprise, coming in in second place with a score of 139 PP 100, followed by Lexus at 144. However, the Chrylser brand came last place, with a whopping 251 PP – simply horrible. Will the Ram Trucks and Dodge cars hold up in the long term? Time will tell.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, FORD MUSTANG! – Consumer and Car Exam Reviews and Consumer and Car Exam -#fordmustang #ford #Mustang #HappyBirthday #cars #muscleccars #ponycar #consumerandcarexamreviews

Happy Birthday, Ford Mustang! Consumer and Car Exam Reviews and Consumer and Car Exam.

Happy Birthday, Ford Mustang!

Happy Birthday, Ford Mustang! – Consumer and Car Exam Reviews and Consumer and Car Exam

57 years ago on April 17, 1964, the Ford Mustang made its world debut – and what a success it was, selling over a million units early on, and it’s still the top selling car in its category in America today. The mustang has had its ups and downs over the years, but it’s the the benchmark of muscle cars, and the Mustang Mach E Electric Crossover has the Mustang entering brand new territory in its storied history.

Ford Mustang Mach E

It is the vehicle that makes Ford stand out with long time car buyers (one could argue the F-150 Pickup is a hallmark of Ford, as well), and even though ford has virtually deep-sixed all of the other coupes and sedans here in the U.S. market, it keeps the Mustang in the stable.

Ford Mustang GT

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Happy Birthday, Ford Mustang!

Happy Birthday, Ford Mustang! You still look and drive awesome!

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Edwards Apple Caramel Pie Vs Edwards Cheesecake Pie – A Super Bowl Sunday Food Review! – Consumer and Car Exam + Consumer and Car Reviews #SuperBowl #Chiefs #Buccaneers #football #NFL #Sunday #EdwardsPies

Edwards Apple Caramel Pie Vs Edwards Cheesecake Pie – A Super Bowl Sunday Food Review! – Consumer and Car Exam + Consumer and Car Reviews #SuperBowl #Chiefs #Buccaneers #EdwardsPies

Edwards Apple Caramel Pie Vs Edwards Cheesecake Pie – A Super Bowl Sunday Food Review! – Consumer and Car Exam + Consumer and Car Reviews #SuperBowl #Chiefs #Buccaneers #EdwardsPies

Edwards Apple Caramel Pie Vs Edwards Cheesecake Pie – A Super Bowl Sunday Food Review! – Consumer and Car Exam + Consumer and Car Reviews #SuperBowl #Chiefs #Buccaneers #EdwardsPies

What’s a great way to enjoy Super Bowl Sunday? Let’s have a good, old-fashioned duel between desserts! The comparison: Edwards Apple Caramel Pie Vs Edwards Cheesecake Pie!

Edwards Apple Caramel Pie Vs Edwards Cheesecake Pie – A Super Bowl Sunday Food Review! – Consumer and Car Exam + Consumer and Car Reviews #SuperBowl #Chiefs #Buccaneers #EdwardsPies

First, let throw out grams of sugar, calories, and the nutritional information this time -until it comes down to the final results, which it will. Let’s pit Edwards Apple Caramel Pie Vs Edwards Cheesecake Pie, and see which is the winner!

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Good Grades (For Edwards Apple Caramel Pie and Edwards Cheesecake Pie): Each has a good flavor; the Edwards Cheesecake Pie has a smooth, creamy taste – nicely balanced, not too sweet – it seems just about right; Edwards Apple Caramel Pie – the apple bits are small, not huge (a good thing), the cream a has a good taste.

Bad Grades (for Edwards Apple Caramel Pie and Edwards Cheesecake Pie): Edwards Apple Caramel Pie – it’s heavy on the sugar – really heavy; eating multiple pieces of that pie won’t leave you feeling guiltless. Edwards Cheesecake Pie: One tester felt like the overall taste was lacking, and that it didn’t have enough of a cheesecake taste to it.

Edwards Apple Caramel Pie Vs Edwards Cheesecake Pie – A Super Bowl Sunday Food Review! – Consumer and Car Exam + Consumer and Car Reviews #SuperBowl #Chiefs #Buccaneers #EdwardsPies

Final Grades: in the The Edwards Apple Caramel Pie Vs Edwards Cheesecake Pie Super Bowl Food Showdown, it comes out a draw (well, somewhat) If you like sugary pie that’s overpowering with sugar taste, then the Edwards Apple Caramel Pie is the one to choose. However, if you want more balance, and a less-sugary taste, then go with the Edwards Cheesecake Pie. It’s all a preference of taste. Edwards Apple Caramel Pie Grade: B- Edwards Cheesecake Pie: B/B-

Either way, just don’t eat too much of either one – your tummy and waistline will not be happy with you! Enjoy the pies, and enjoy the game!

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The Ford Mustang Turns 60! Happy Birthday, Mustang!

The Ford Mustang Turns 60! Happy Birthday, Mustang!

On April 17, 1964, the Ford Mustang made its official debut at the New York World’s Fair, and it was a stellar success. Within the first year and a half, Ford sold over 1 million Mustangs, shattering sales expectations. Chevrolet, Pontiac, Dodge, etc. had to play catch up, rapidly creating the Camaro, Firebird, Challenger, and others would join the pony car race, as well. Sixty years later, only the Mustang is left in the hunt; its only remaining competitors have been cancelled (GM has once again ended production of the Camaro, and Stellantis has ended production of the Dodge Challenger).

For now, the Mustang still stands strong and carried the muscle car crown, from the GT to the even more impressive Dark Horse Model. Happy Birthday, Ford Mustang – 60 years of evolution simply looks terrific.

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