#241 2020 Cadillac CT5 First Impressions; ‘Super’ Car Ads

We bought the all-new Cadillac CT5 for our test program and share our first impressions. Find out if we think this sports sedan has what it takes to challenge European competitors. Plus, we recap Super Bowl car ads that caught our attention and answer audience questions about traveling with pets and how vehicles earn a CR Recommendation. Check out https://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 SHOW NOTES: 0:52 - Super Bowl Car commercials 1:13 - Genesis GV80 commercial 4:26 - Hyundai Sonata Smart Park Commercial 7:28 - GMC Hummer Commercial 10:38 - Cadillac CT5 First Impressions 18:50 - Question #1: Why does CR recommend all-new/redesigned model vehicles? 21:40 - Question #2: Will updating an Audi Q5 TDI (VW settlement) introduce problems to an otherwise ‘perfect’ car? 23:39 - Question #3: What are the pros/cons of buying a used EV (specifically, BMW i3)? 25:46 - Question #4: What’s the best practice for safely traveling with pets? LINKS: Track Science: Tesla P85D vs. Challenger Hellcat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CCbEAttZTtA 2019 New York Auto Show: 2020 Cadillac CT5: https://www.consumerreports.org/video/view/cars/news/6027187340001/2019-new-york-auto-show--2020-cadillac-ct5/ Which Car Brands Make the Best Vehicles?: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-driving/which-car-brands-make-the-best-vehicles/ https://www.centerforpetsafety.org/