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Driven Car Reviews

The New York Times automotive contributor Tom Voelk looks at all things automotive. Driven is the first podcast to ever win an Emmy Award. That and nearly unanimous 5 star reviews are a good sign this is worth your time. Subscribe today!

Aug 31, 2020

The Hyperion XP-1 that’s scheduled to arrive in late 2021 will need hydrogen to make those claimed 2.2 second 0-60 sprints. One of the big bugaboos these days is the expense and shortage of fueling stations. Tom Voelk talks to Hyperion CEO and founder Angelo Kafantaris to get his arguments for building out an...


Aug 31, 2020

There are plenty of battery-electric car startups. Hyperion believes hydrogen is a far better way to launch a car from 0-60 miles an hour in 2.2 seconds. This is a preview of the XP-1 that will be built in Ohio and available in late 2021. Tom Voelk interviews Hyperion CEO and founding member Angelo Kafantaris on why he...


Aug 28, 2020

The Chevrolet Traverse is large and in charge of taking care of America’s families. With seating for up to 8 and the largest cargo hold in its class, it can take on daily life with a surprising amount of grace. Tom Voelk checks out an all-wheel drive Premier model, previews the refreshed 2022 Traverse (there will be...


Aug 27, 2020

Cadillac has finally revealed details on its all-electric 2023 Lyriq crossover. The new NCMA Ultium battery is estimated to deliver 300 miles of range. It’s built on GMs new dedicated and scalable EV architecture. And then there’s that 33-inch curved touchscreen interface. Tom Voelk previews the Lyriq, the first...


Aug 21, 2020

The 2020 Taycan 4S is the “affordable” all-electric Porsche. What’s it like to live and travel with this high performance EV and its EPA-rated range of 203 miles? For starters, that number is way off. And the Taycan has Porsche’s 800V charging system for super quick fills. Tom Voelk checks out both the Taycan...