Auto-Journal Weekly: Episode 13 Now Available

April 28, 2026

Our weekly appointment continues, as usual since last November. And as always, our team has chosen a timely topic followed by a test drive of a market debut, all carried out by our own testers.

In Brief

The 13th episode of the podcast “L’Hebdo de l’Auto-Journal” is now available. This week, it tackles the issue of license-plate cloning, a growing phenomenon in France with 23,000 cases reported in 2023. The podcast also offers a comparison between the Renault Scénic E-Tech and the new Ford Explorer, two family electric SUVs, evaluated on criteria such as energy consumption, comfort, range, and performance. You can listen to the podcast on the Auto-Journal’s website or via streaming platforms like Deezer or Spotify. A new episode is published every week.

The Week’s Program

In this 13th episode of the Hebdo de l’Auto-Journal, we discuss a potential law that could regulate license-plate copying. With a sharp rise in recent years in France, reaching 23,000 cases of impersonation in 2023, a proposed bill will be examined in the spring. We dive into more details in this week’s podcast.

Next, we head into a showdown at the summit! In this episode, we compare one of the best electric family SUVs—the Renault Scénic E-Tech—with a newcomer on the market—the Ford Explorer. Energy efficiency, comfort, range, and performance—these topics will be laid bare for you! To discover the winner, you’ll need to listen to our episode.

Auto-Journal Weekly: Where to Find the Podcast?

Listening to our podcast is easy—your choice!

Stay on our website and go to the “podcast” section. In addition to this week’s episode, you’ll be able to find all the other available episodes.

Another option: head to streaming platforms like Deezer or Spotify and type the name of our podcast into the search bar. Again, you’ll find all available episodes.

So all that’s left is to hit play on the episode of your choice to accompany you on your daily commutes! A reminder: a new episode is added each week. You can listen to or re-listen to the various episodes and share them with friends while you wait for the next one.

Key Takeaways

  • The 13th episode of the podcast covers a proposed law on license-plate impersonations.
  • 23,000 license-plate impersonations were recorded in France in 2023.
  • A detailed comparison pits the Renault Scénic E-Tech against the new Ford Explorer, two family electric SUVs.
  • The comparison criteria include energy consumption, comfort, range, and performance.
  • The podcast is accessible on the Auto-Journal website and on major streaming platforms.
  • A new episode is published weekly, with the option to listen to or replay previous ones.

FAQ

What is the main topic of the 13th episode of the podcast?

The 13th episode covers a proposed law on license-plate copying and compares two electric family SUVs.

Which electric SUV models are compared in this podcast?

This week’s comparison pits the Renault Scénic E-Tech against the Ford Explorer.

How can you listen to L’Hebdo de l’Auto-Journal?

You can listen to the podcast on the Auto-Journal website, in the “podcast” section, or on streaming platforms like Deezer and Spotify.

How often is a new episode released?

A new episode of the podcast is released every week.

What aspects are compared between the Renault Scénic E-Tech and the Ford Explorer?

The podcast compares energy consumption, comfort, range, and performance of the two models.

Nolan Kessler

I focus on performance-driven cars, emerging technologies, and the business forces shaping the automotive industry. My work aims to deliver clear, relevant insights without unnecessary noise, with a strong attention to detail and accuracy. I follow the evolution of mobility daily, with a particular interest in what defines the next generation of driving.