2018 Lexus LS 500; Tax Credits Ending for Tesla, GM EVs | Talking Cars with Consumer Reports #160

Time is running out to grab the enticing $7,500 federal tax credit for vehicles from Tesla and General Motors. What should a buyer do to take advantage of the program while it lasts? We'll share our road test results on the 2018 Lexus LS 500, and wrap the episode by answering questions on all-wheel drive systems, auto stop/start technology, and electronic shifter designs.
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SHOW NOTES
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00:27 Car News: Federal EV Tax Credit
04:34 At The Track: 2018 Lexus LS 500
10:35 Question 1: Auto Stop/Start System Starter Reliability
13:24 Question 2: CR Scoring System
15:54 Question 3: Are AWD/4WD Systems Effective?
18:54 Question 4: Strange Shifter Designs
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