#180 2019 Hyundai Veloster Test Results; GM Drops Sedans

The new Hyundai Veloster has a record-setting performance in one of our tests. We discuss how the hatchback has improved and where it slots among competitors. GM is dropping six sedans from its lineup; we talk about how it will affect consumers. Plus, we answer your questions on used car buying and if it’s safe to drive your car until the tank is almost empty. ————————————————— Subscribe to Talking Cars on Apple Podcasts! Video version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-hq/id630839767?mt=2 Audio version: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-cars-mp3/id630831189?mt=2 Have a question for our experts? Leave a comment on this episode, or reach out to us directly! From your iOS device, iMessage us at [email protected] to send a photo, video, or text directly to the Talking Cars team! We love to feature our viewers on the show, so submit video questions at https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-talking-cars/ Subscribe to Talking Cars on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jr8wJRJyN9v8T6LC1fQQ6 Check out http://www.ConsumerReports.org for the latest reviews, tips, and recommendations and subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/1Nlb1Ez  Follow Us on Social: Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1IQ2w5q Twitter: http://bit.ly/1Yf5Fh2 Pinterest: http://bit.ly/1P37mM9 Instagram: http://bit.ly/1I49Bzo Google+: http://bit.ly/1Md3gfQ   SHOW NOTES ----------------------------------- 0:39 - General Motors drops 6 sedans 5:50 - 2019 Hyundai Veloster Test Results 12:02 - Send us your questions, [email protected] 12:17 - Question #1: Replacing a hybrid battery on a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 15:40 - Question #2: Oil change frequency vs. tire rotation frequency 19:12 - Question #3: Can you damage your car by driving with extremely low fuel? 22:10 - Question #4: Shopping to replace a 2001 Chevrolet Prizm for a college student LINKS ----------------------------------- GM Becomes Latest Car Company to Drop Some Sedans: https://www.consumerreports.org/general-motors/gm-to-drop-some-sedans/ 2018 Detroit Auto Show: 2019 Hyundai Veloster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I88Kd-GKvc8 Hyundai Veloster First Look: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jN7fzifIIvY 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvkgXCFO4wM 2016 Chevrolet Volt Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3sa7OT3PhU 2014 Chevrolet Impala Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzsS1Z4zKiU 2017 Buick LaCrosse Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAYrZGJ0t3k Cadillac XTS First Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3MgKGVVv38 2016 Cadillac CT6 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6dTwFJnkRU Self-Driving System Rankings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X06tXpg7yiA 2016 Toyota RAV4 Quick Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEnMo_G7eM8 2018 LA Auto Show: 2019 Toyota Prius AWD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uuYO8OIjl8 2014 Toyota Corolla First Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uu6QfFB7fDY