This week on America on the Road, Jack Nerad and Chris Teague drive a pair of compact SUVs that are among the most popular vehicles in America. Jack takes the wheel of the rugged new 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Woodland Edition, while Chris puts the off-road-ready 2025 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige through its paces. Our news segment includes important announcements at the Los Angeles Auto Show, breakthrough developments in autonomous driving, and a surprising new partnership that puts Ford on Amazon’s digital storefront. In our exclusive interview, we welcome Ashton Munoz, Dodge Challenger & Charger Brand/Product Manager, who joins us to discuss Dodge’s latest performance direction.
🚙 Jack Nerad Test-Drives the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Woodland Edition
Jack was one of the first journalists to get behind the wheel of Toyota’s latest SUV, the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Woodland Edition, a model that blends hybrid efficiency with real all-weather utility. Using Toyota’s fifth-generation hybrid system paired with a 2.5-liter engine and on-demand AWD, the Woodland Edition enhances the bestselling RAV4 Hybrid with unique wheels, all-terrain tires, and functional upgrades aimed at light-trail users. Inside, Toyota updates the tech story with a 10.5-inch multimedia system, a fully digital 12.3-inch gauge cluster, and 5G connectivity. Jack details how the Woodland Edition balances comfort, capability, and hybrid performance for buyers who split time between urban commuting and weekend adventure.
🚗 Chris Teague Test-Drives the 2025 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige
Chris takes the 2025 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige on- and off-road, highlighting its rugged AWD tuning and 187-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with an 8-speed automatic. With 8.3 inches of ground clearance, off-road-friendly approach and departure angles, and a multi-link rear suspension, the X-Pro Prestige brings surprising capability to the compact SUV class. The roomy cabin offers more than 41 inches of legroom in both rows, while the dual-level cargo floor allows up to 74.1 cubic feet of storage. Chris examines its combination of refinement, cargo flexibility, and light-trail confidence, along with its 26-mpg combined fuel economy and 2,500-pound towing capacity.
🎙️ Special Guest Interview: Ashton Munoz, Dodge Challenger & Charger Brand/Product Manager
Jack sits down with Dodge’s Ashton Munoz for an inside look at the brand’s new Charger product strategy as it launches a new era of muscle performance. Munoz shares insight
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