Client Information Automotive Stuff Podcast Episode 339: $30,000 Ford EV Will get a Identify, Honda Accord Turns 50, Durango R/T Evaluate | The Each day Drive

August 12, 2026

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The Accord delighted shoppers and startled American carmakers. Right here’s the story:

Whether or not you drive a automobile, want a automobile, or simply often bum a experience with associates, you’ve come to the appropriate place. Be part of Jill and Tom as they break down all the pieces that’s occurring within the auto world. New-car critiques, purchasing ideas, driving inexperienced, electrical automobiles, traditional automobiles, and loads of nice friends. That is the Client Information Automotive Stuff Podcast. – Honda Accord Turns 50

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Episode: 339

Broadcast date: August 10, 2026

Visitor: John Vincent

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$30,000 Ford EV Will get a Identify, Honda Accord Turns 50, Durango R/T Evaluate

(Present Notes)

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Information – Ford Fathom

Jill and Tom open the present discussing Ford’s simply named $30,000 small electrical pickup, the Fathom. Ford didn’t share photos of its “Mannequin T Second” new mannequin, however promised that deliveries will start by the top of 2027.

Rumor – GMC Jimmy

Tom mentioned the GMC Jimmy, a Toyota 4Runner-like body-on-frame SUV rumored for manufacturing round 2030. A companion mannequin doesn’t seem like within the playing cards for Chevrolet.

Evaluate – Dodge Durango

Nonetheless within the first section, Jill critiques the Dodge Durango midsize crossover. Dodge’s long-lived family-friendly mannequin has been given a brand new lease on life–this as a consequence of rolled again gas financial system requirements–and now boasts a slate of thrilling engine choices. Pay attention in to listen to Jill’s take.

Visitor – Honda Accord Turns 50

Within the second section the hosts welcome John Vincent of U.S. Information and World Report. John has written a pair of tales recognizing the fiftieth anniversary of the Honda Accord. John has owned a number of Accords, and has so much to say concerning the automobile’s significance in U.S. automotive historical past. Pay attention in for a terrific dialog.

Quiz

Within the final section Jill is subjected to Tom’s “30 MPG?” quiz. And, as an addendum to final week’s Honda Prelude evaluation, Tom clarifies a few factors relating to various hybrid programs.