#255 2020 Nissan Sentra Test Results; CR's Car Testing Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic

This week we talk about the test results of the 2020 Nissan Sentra and the progression of this compact sedan throughout its existence.  We share what precautions CR is taking in order to continue its auto test program during the COVID-19 pandemic. Also, we answer questions about swapping your car's stock infotainment system for an aftermarket in order to gain Apple CarPlay, and whether there are any advantages to summer tires.     -----------------------------------   Have a question for our experts? Leave a comment on this episode, or reach out to us directly!   From your iOS device, iMessage us at [email protected] to send a photo, video, or text directly to the Talking Cars team!   We love to feature our viewers on the show, so submit video questions at https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-talking-cars/   Subscribe to Talking Cars on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jr8wJRJyN9v8T6LC1fQQ6     SHOW NOTES -----------------------------------   00:30 - How CR is continuing to test cars during the coronavirus pandemic 06:46 - 2020 Nissan Sentra Test Results 11:57 - Question #1: Why did the Jeep Grand Cherokee go from unrecommended to CR recommended? 14:34 - Question #2: What is a good, fun to drive, manual stick shift car under 5K?  17:57 - Question #3: Is it possible to upgrade the original infotainment system with an after market unit in order to gain Apple CarPlay? 23:20 - Question #4: Which car would be a good replacement for the Forester’s all-wheel drive and the fuel economy of the Toyota Prius? 26:27 - Question #5: What are the advantages to summer tires on an economy vehicle?   ----------------------------------  Coronavirus Resource Hub https://www.consumerreports.org/coronavirus/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/   2019 LA Auto Show: 2020 Nissan Sentra https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBEZrQIPgDQ   2016 Nissan Sentra https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q68KKwGabLY   2019 Jeep Cherokee Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FG5cR-Twhns   2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee first drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EH_XMu6QVLc   Mazda MX-5 Miata Review https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kRYTex1fo20   2014 Mazda3 first drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAqcc5ykuKY   4K Review: 2018 Audi Q5 Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRuYN4SQx4s   4K Review: 2018 BMW X3 Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogONHegJwXk   4K Review: 2017 Mazda CX-5 Quick Drive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmTVgcuD2V4   ----------------------------------- Check out http://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 Google+: http://bit.ly/1Md3gfQ