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2008-2009 Season

MotorWeek celebrates its 28th season in 2008-2009. Current show listings can be found on the Upcoming Shows page. Past programs information for the current season are listed here after their air dates.

MotorWeek #2801

Episode Title: 2801/Acura TL
PBS broadcast window begins: September 5, 2008

Quick Listing:

Road Test: All-New 2009 Acura TL
Energy Smart Road Test: 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid
Goss' Garage: Fuel Economy Scams
Over The Edge: Hot Import Nights
Long-Term Road Test: Itasca Navion IQ, Toyota Tundra

MotorWeek #2802

Episode Title: 2802/Three Wheelers
PBS broadcast window begins: September 12, 2008

Quick Listing:

Energy Smart Road Test:Three Wheel Alternatives for Commuting
Road Test: 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Goss' Garage: So You Want To Buy A Used Car?
FYI: GM Project Driveway Fuel Cell Vehicle
Car Keys First Impressions: Ford Roush Mustang GT-V, Mazda5, Cadillac Escalade Hybrid

MotorWeek #2803

Episode Title: 2803/Honda Fit
PBS broadcast window begins: September 19, 2008

Quick Listing:

Energy Smart Road Test: All-New 2009 Honda Fit
Road Test: 2009 Nissan Maxima
Goss' Garage: Oil Additives Are Important
Over The Edge: 24 Hours of Lemons!
Long-Term Road Test Update: Dodge Grand Caravan, Suzuki SX4

MotorWeek #2804

Episode Title: 2804/Hyundai Genesis
PBS broadcast window begins: September 26, 2008

Quick Listing:

Road Test: 2009 Hyundai Genesis Sedan
Energy Smart Road Test: 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class Bluetec Clean Diesel
Goss' Garage: New Car Care Technology
FYI: Camp Motorsports
Car Keys First Impressions: Cadillac CTS-V, Dodge Ram, Chevrolet Traverse

MotorWeek #2805

Episode Title: 2805/Aston Martin Vantage
PBS broadcast window begins: October 3, 2008

Quick Listing:

Road Test: 2009 Aston Martin Vantage V8
Road Test: 2009 Kia Borrego Utility
Goss' Garage: How To Sell A Car Yourself
High Road: GM Avenger
Long-Term Road Test: Honda Accord, Hyundai Veracruz

MotorWeek #2806

Episode Title: 2806/BMW X6
PBS broadcast window begins: October 10, 2008

Quick Listing:

Road Test: 2009 BMW X6 Crossover Utility
Road Test: 2009 Dodge Challenger V6
Goss' Garage: Too Much Zinc In Your Oil?
Over The Edge: Model T Turns 100
Car Keys First Impressions: Mercedes-Benz GLK, Acura RL, Subaru Impreza/WRX

MotorWeek #2807

Episode Title: 2807/Clean Power Drive Special
PBS broadcast window begins: October 17, 2008

Quick Listing:

Energy Smart Road Test: 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI
Energy Smart Road Test: Toyota Camry vs. Chevy Malibu Hybrid
Goss' Garage: Better Gas Mileage Now!
Auto World: Challenge X Fuel Economy Competition
MotorNews: 2009 Fuel Economy Guide

MotorWeek #2808

Episode Title: 2808/Dodge Ram
PBS broadcast window begins: October 24, 2008

Quick Listing:

Road Test: 2009 Dodge Ram
Road Test: All-Wheel Drive Saab Turbo X
Goss' Garage: DIY Do's And Don'ts
Auto World: 2008 Paris Motor Show
Long-Term Road Test: Kia Rondo, Nissan Rogue

MotorWeek #2809

Episode Title: 2809/Rolls Royce Drophead
PBS broadcast window begins: October 31, 2008

Quick Listing:

Energy Smart Road Test: 2009 Chevy Aveo 5
Road Test: 2009 Rolls Royce Drophead Coupe
Goss: Power To The New Tools
FYI: Vet Vehicle
Car Keys: BMW 7-Series, Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen

MotorWeek #2810

Episode Title: 2810/Toyota Venza
PBS broadcast window begins: November 7, 2008

2008 Quick Listing:

Road Test: 2009 Toyota Venza Crossover
Road Test: 2009 MINI John Cooper Works
Goss' Garage: Tire Tech
Over The Edge: Lawn Mower Racing
Long-Term Road Test: Nissan Rogue, Itasca Navion IQ

MotorWeek #2811

Episode Title: 2811/Mazda6
PBS broadcast window begins: November 14, 2008

Quick Listing:

Road Test: 2009 Volkswagen CC
Road Test: 2009 Mazda6 mid-size sedan
Goss' Garage: Caring For Shocks And Struts
AutoWorld: Driver's Ed
Long-Term Road Test: Honda Accord, BMW X6