Unnamed Automotive Podcast

Cars, trucks, and a weird sense of humor.

About the show

Benjamin and Sami are two journalists who take a weekly look at the funnier side of the automotive industry and the cars they drive.

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Episodes

  • Episode 375: 2024 Subaru BRZ tS

    September 15th, 2024  |  36 mins 44 secs
    brz, gr86, subaru, toyota

    This week Benjamin shares his thoughts on the 2024 Subaru BRZ tS, which has an interesting approach to branding but lacks the turbo that enthusiasts have been clamouring for. Why won't Subaru do it? Sami and Benjamin break down the most likely reasons.

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    Episode 374: 2025 Acura ZDX, 2024 BWM i7 M70

    September 8th, 2024  |  56 mins 59 secs
    acura, bmw, i7, zdx

    You can't spell review without EV! This week the show reviews a pair of new electric vehicles, starting with Sami's take on the 2024 Acura ZDX. This is the brands first EV, but is made by GM, which causes a few concerns. Then Benjamin talk about the 2024 BMW i7 M70, which is the most powerful (and most expensive) EV from the brand. Loaded with tech, our host had an interesting hiccup during his test drive which is worth discussing. Thanks for listening!

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    Episode 373: 2024 GMC Sierra 2500 HD AT4X AEV, Towing Test, Watkins Glen Track Day, Datsun Disaster

    September 2nd, 2024  |  55 mins 59 secs
    2500, 280z, datsun, ford, gmc, gt, hd, mustang, sierra, watkins glen

    This week the Unnamed Automotive Podcast reviews the 2024 GMC 2500 HD AT4X, and finds that some of its off-road design impacts its ability to be a successful heavy-duty truck. Then our hosts talk about Benjamin's experience at Watkins Glen International Raceway in his Datsun 280Z. Thanks for listening!

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    Episode 372: 2024 Ford Mustang GT, Pebble Beach Updates

    August 25th, 2024  |  57 mins 22 secs
    ford, mustang

    The 2024 Ford Mustang GT arrives in on this weeks episode of the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, with Benjamin giving it the full review treatment. Loaded with screens, apps and gimmicks, the modern Mustang is a far cry from what it used to be, but that's not always a bad thing. That's followed up by a round-up of all the fun news going on in the automotive industry.

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    Episode 371: 2024 Honda Prologue, 2024 Cadillac XT4, Toyota Makes Too Many Cars

    August 18th, 2024  |  53 mins 28 secs
    blazer, cadillac, chevrolet, gm, honda, prologue, toyota, xt4

    The 2024 Honda Prologue is up for review and Sami shares his thoughts on the GM backed EV. Then Benjamin talks about the 2024 Cadillac XT4, which was recently refreshed, though may have slipped in some key areas. The hosts finish by discussing Toyota's approach to flooding the market with tons of vehicles. Thanks for listening!

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    Episode 370: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid, Listener Questions

    August 11th, 2024  |  51 mins 13 secs
    hyundai, land cruiser, santa fe, santa fe hybrid, toyota

    The Unnamed Automotive Podcast returns from summer break to talk about a pair of boxy SUVs. The show starts with Benjamin's review of the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser. Is it capable enough to carry such a significant price premium over other off-road SUVs? Then we turn to the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid, which brings fuel efficiency to the three-row segment, along with a head-turning boxy style.

  • Summer ReHeat: Nissan Trucks Desert Drive in Morocco, Guest Chad Kirchner, 2018 Ford F-150 Diesel

    August 4th, 2024  |  1 hr 4 mins
    diesel, ecodiesel, f-150, ford, frontier, morocco, navarra, nissan, off-road, patrol, pickups, ram, reheat, terra, titan, truck

    Guest Chad Kirchner tells us all about driving exotic Nissan trucks like the Patrol, the Terra, and the Navarra in the desert in Morocco, and compares them to the Nissan Titan, which he also pounded sand with. The trio then discuss the 2018 Ford F-150 Diesel for a mega-truck episode.

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    Summer ReHeat - Star Car Faceoff - X-Files Ford Taurus vs. Stranger Things Chevrolet K5 Blazer.

    July 28th, 2024  |  17 mins 20 secs
    aliens, blazer, chevrolet, ford, ghosts, k5 blazer, reheat, star car faceoff, stranger things, taurus, x-files

    This Star Car Faceoff Bonus Episode pits the Ford Taurus from The X-Files against the Chevy Blazer from Stranger Things. Spooky!

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    Summer ReHeat: Star Car Faceoff - Batmobiles vs. James Bond Cars

    July 21st, 2024  |  34 mins 53 secs
    aston martin, batman, batmobile, db5, esprit, james bond, lotus, reheat, star car faceoff

    Summer ReHeat: The first episode of our Star Car Faceoff series pits each of the Batmobiles vs. the best that the Bond cars have to offer. Who will win? Spoiler alert: we all win!

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    Summer ReHeat: Star Car Faceoff - Scooby Doo Mystery Machine vs. TMNT Party Wagon vs. A-Team Van

    July 14th, 2024  |  23 mins 24 secs
    a-team, bonus episode, mystery machine, reheat, scooby doo, star car faceoff, teenage mutant ninja turtles, tmnt, van

    Summer ReHeat: This classic Star Car Faceoff bonus episode pits a trio of people movers - the Scooby Doo Mystery Machine, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Party Wagon, and the A-Team van - against each other in a fight to the death.

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    Episode 369: 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Project Update, 1978 Datsun 280Z Track Car Update

    July 7th, 2024  |  35 mins
    280z, datsun, grand wagoneer, jeep, z

    This week, we dive into Benjamin's garage as he discusses his recent problem solving processes on his Jeep Grand Wagoneer and Datsun Z track car. While owning an older car is a dream for many car enthusiasts, Benjamin is able to articulate the highs and lows such an ownership experience.

  • Episode 368: 2024 Cadillac Lyriq, 2025 BMW M5 PHEV

    June 30th, 2024  |  47 mins 15 secs
    cadillac, lyriq

    Is Ultium sorted out yet? Thats the question of the week as Benjamin details his experience in the 2024 Cadillac LYRIQ EV, which we've been waiting on for a long time. Then the guys talk about the latest in automotive news including the VW investment into Rivian and the heavy, slow BMW M5. Thanks for listening!

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    Episode 367: 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid, Fisker Bankruptcy, Sega Rally Documentary

    June 23rd, 2024  |  47 mins 12 secs
    fisker, ford, maverick, sega rally

    Is a hybrid a standard engine, or optional? In case of the Ford Maverick, it can be both! This week the guys talk about the 2024 edition of the Maverick, before shifting topics to a road trip to video gaming heaven and the endless comedy of Fisker's bankruptcy.

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    Episode 366: 2024 Genesis G70, Listener Questions, Belltown Hellcat

    June 16th, 2024  |  41 mins 43 secs
    belltown hellcat, g70, genesis, listener questions

    This week, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast cracks into the 2024 Genesis G70, which features a new turbo-four engine. This sport sedan sits right in the heart of the entry-level luxury segment, but our Benjamin and Sami offer a rousing discussion about the value of performance. Then the show heads towards the mailbag by answering a listeners question about certified pre-owned luxury cars.

  • Episode 365: 2024 Hyundai Sonata, 2024 Lexus RX 450h+, CTS-V Back on the Track

    June 9th, 2024  |  52 mins 39 secs
    cadillac, cts-v, datsun, hyundai, lexus, phev, rx, sonata

    This week the podcast reviews the 2024 Hyundai Sonata, the 2024 Lexus RX 450h+ and Ben shares his experience at Palmer Motorsport Park with his Cadillac CTS-V.

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    Episode 364: 2024 Land Rover Range Rover SV, 2024 Volkswagen Jetta GLI

    June 2nd, 2024  |  39 mins 10 secs
    gli, jetta, land rover, ranger rover, volkswagen

    This week, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast reviews the $200,000 2024 Land Rover Range Rover SV, and finds out what makes an SUV cost that much money, and where it stumbles. Then the conversation shifts to the 2024 VW Jetta GLI, a sport compact car that seems to lag behind its competitors in a number of significant ways. Thanks for listening!