3 chapters across the catalog
A review of the Mini Cooper hybrid highlights how small three-cylinder engines are paired with electric motors to provide acceleration boosts. While the electric range is limited, the combination offers a practical application of hybrid technology for city driving. This shift in preference from full electric vehicles like Tesla to hybrids suggests a re-evaluation of battery limitations and vehicle utility.
Barack Obama, Daimler Investment, Union Job Costs
President Barack Obama's speech in Detroit regarding a $120 million investment by Daimler is analyzed. The hosts question the efficiency of the investment, noting that the large sum only resulted in the creation of 115 union jobs. They mock the high per-job cost and the focus on manufacturing turbochargers for internal combustion engines.
A review of personal vehicles covers the reliability of Lexus and Dodge Caravans, as well as the performance of modern European diesel engines. Despite California regulations limiting new diesel sales, the hosts praise the efficiency and power of turbocharged diesel engines found in Volvos and modern aircraft.
