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2026 Kia K4 Hatchback Review
The 5-door hatchback dressed like a wagon
Jun 6 • Niel Stender and Tyler Stender
2026 Range Rover Sport Review
The big-ticket off-roader with serious hybrid performance
Jun 4 • Niel Stender and Tyler Stender

May 2026

Katie Z and The Stenders
The Knocking Rod Podcast | Episode 13
May 19 • Niel Stender
42:02
2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness Review
One of the last (mainstream) wagons standing becomes a crossover
May 12 • Niel Stender and Tyler Stender
2026 Toyota Sienna Platinum Review
The minivan that every dad wants
May 7 • Niel Stender and Tyler Stender

March 2026

Todd and The Coke Van
The Knocking Rod Podcast | Episode 12
Mar 31 • Niel Stender
13:29
2026 Ram 1500 Warlock Debrief
The Knocking Rod Podcast | Episode 11
Mar 19 • Niel Stender and Tyler Stender
9:51
2026 Ram 1500 Warlock Review
The budget off-roader that won me over
Mar 19 • Niel Stender and Tyler Stender
20" Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2s: Part 2
Full car control out in the snow
Mar 17 • Niel Stender and Tyler Stender
2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy Review
The Mainstream SUV with Range Rover Vibes
Mar 14 • Niel Stender and Tyler Stender
2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy Debrief
The Knocking Rod Podcast | Episode 10
Mar 13 • Niel Stender and Tyler Stender
9:42

February 2026

Chasing Grip at Circuit Mécaglisse
Testing Michelin’s X-Ice Snow+ in Its Natural Habitat
Feb 19 • Niel Stender
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