The redesigned 2023 Chevrolet Colorado offers noticeable improvements throughout the truck. We share our first impressions of this midsized pickup truck, exploring its modern convenience features, off-road prowess, improved ride quality, and evaluating if the redesign truly paid off. Additionally, we debate regarding the impact of Toyota's renowned reliability on its overall greatness, and provide insights on combating excessive tire wear in EVs.   More info on the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado here: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/pickup-trucks/2023-chevrolet-colorado-review-a6426754407?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT   Ratings and test results on every car CR purchases and tests: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT     SHOW NOTES ----------------------------------- 00:00 - Introduction 00:15 - First Impressions: 2023 Chevrolet Colorado 02:01 - How it Drives 03:25 - The Size 07:17 - Safety Features 09:01 - Controls 10:24 - Small Trucks Demand 12:58 - Question #1:Do rear-wheel drive EVs require snow tires for winter driving, and are there EV models with reduced tire wear impact? 18:28 - Question #2: Would Toyotas still be as great without their stellar reliability?     ----------------------------------   First Drive: Redesigned 2023 Chevrolet Colorado Is Improved Throughout https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/pickup-trucks/2023-chevrolet-colorado-review-a6426754407/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT   2023 Chevrolet Colorado https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/chevrolet/colorado/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT   Face-Off: Chevrolet Colorado vs. Ford Ranger https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/pickup-trucks/chevrolet-colorado-vs-ford-ranger-compact-pickup-truck-review-a8869698832/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT   SUV or Pickup: Which to Choose? https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/buying-a-car/suv-or-pickup-which-to-choose-a6547142065/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT     ----------------------------------- 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     ----------------------------------- To find out how products scored in CR’s rigorous lab tests—and to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day—become a member. CR is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit organization. Join now at https://CR.org/joinviaYT