Talking Cars 284: Driving the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA and Road Tripping With Pets

We also answer questions about whether expensive wiper blades are worth the cost and look at Subaru Ascent reliability

Mike Quincy, Consumer Reports Content Specialist, Autos.

By Mike Quincy
Content Specialist, Autos

December 4, 2020

Main theme: We talk about our experience with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA, and answer your questions on various topics—from tires to terriers.

Driven this week: 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA

Audience Questions
• What’s a good mud-terrain tire that’s also proficient in the snow?
• Is it worth it to buy top-of-the-line wiper blades?
• What will it take for the Subaru Ascent to get a better reliability score?
• How can I keep my dog safe while he’s riding in the back seat of my car?

Talking Cars 284 — Talking Cars panelists Emily Thomas, Mike Quincy, and Ryan Pszczolkowski.

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Mike Quincy

Mike Quincy is a writer, editor, podcaster, and tester with the Consumer Reports autos team. He has been with CR since 1993, purchasing more than 160 cars for the test program. Previously, Mike wrote for Automobile Magazine. When he’s not working, Mike can be found training for a long-distance bicycle ride, honing a wide variety of baked goods, or studying the world of mixology in search of the perfect martini.