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 293: 2022 Subaru WRX, 2022 Volkswagen Golf R

    November 6th, 2022  |  33 mins 9 secs
    golf, golf r, subaru, volkswagen, vw, wrx

    The guys go deep into the sport compact segment, talking about the entire spectrum of performance available to enthusiasts out there. First Sami talks about his time in the 2022 Subaru WRX which gets a new motor, new look and new position in the hierarchy of Subaru speed machines. Then they quickly pivot to the higher end of the segment with the 2022 VW Golf R, which is even more powerful and capable, but may not be the ultimate enthusiast expression. Listen and don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss any upcoming episodes.

  • Episode 292: Benjamin's Press Vehicle Gets Stolen, 2022 Jaguar F-Pace SVR, 2022 Kia Sportage Hybrid

    October 30th, 2022  |  47 mins 6 secs
    f-pace, jaguar, kia, sportage, sportage hybrid, svr, theft

    As usual, Benjamin's driving a crazy, high horsepower V8 powered SUV, while Sami finds himself in a wimpy, hybrid crossover. Specifically, listen to the guys talk about the 2022 Jaguar F-Pace SVR and the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid. Oh, and someone stole Benjamin's press vehicle this week. That sucks!

  • Episode 291: 2024 Polestar 3, 2022 Dodge Challenger RT Scat Pack Widebody, Cadillac Celestiq

    October 23rd, 2022  |  39 mins 3 secs
    cadillac, celestiq, challenger. scat pack, dodge, polestar. polestar 3

    The new Polestar 3 has debuted and we're here to tell you all about this new all-electric luxury SUV. Boasting animal welfare credentials and an impressive videogame computer, the Polestar 3 bristles with sensors in a bid to take over the world. Then Benjamin goes old school, talking about his experience in the 2022 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack. Large and in charge, this muscle car seems to sit in the sweet spot of the coupe lineup, and will be missed when it disappears this year. Finally the pair talk about the newly announced, hand built, $300,000 Cadillac Celestiq.

  • Episode 290: 2023 Lamborghini Huracan Tecnica

    October 13th, 2022  |  33 mins 1 sec
    huracan, lamborghini, tecnica

    This week the guys talk about Sami's recent drive of 2023 Lamborghini Huracan Tecnica. After spending a day over in Palm Springs at the Thermal Club, Sami has plenty of thoughts and feelings about the 600 horsepower, mid-engine, rear wheel drive supercar. Using the pair's plentiful track and high-horsepower experience, the podcast hits on every important topic related to speed and driving enjoyment.

  • Episode 289: Kia Boyz Part 2, Massive News Round-Up, Ford Explorer Hybrid Complaints

    October 6th, 2022  |  44 mins 28 secs
    audi, chevrolet, corvette z06, elantra, explorer hybrid, ford, hyundai, kia, kia boyz, tt

    Kia Boyz, Corvettes, and Audis: there's a little bit of everything on the table on today's episode, before Ben talks briefly about the 2022 Ford Explorer Hybrid. Stay in touch on social media or our website, unnamedautomotivepodcast.com and be sure to tune in next week!

  • Episode 288: 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing, Porsche Taycan GTS Charging Revelations

    September 29th, 2022  |  57 mins 29 secs
    blackwing, cadillac, ct5-v, ev, gts, porsche, taycan

    We're serving up sport sedans in two appetizing flavors. First Benjamin gushes over the super powerful 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing, which packs 668 hp, rear-wheel-drive and an honest to goodness manual transmission. Then Sami takes the obvious opposite, talking about the 2022 Porsche Taycan GTS, and describes all the little things it does to help make long distance roadtrips a bit easier for EV owners.

  • Episode 287: 2022 Lexus LX 600, 2022 Volvo S90 Recharge

    September 22nd, 2022  |  51 mins 1 sec
    land cruiser, lexus, lx, lx 600, s90, s90 recharge, toyota, volvo

    This week on the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, you'll learn what the golden ratio is, thanks to Benjamin's tireless reporting on the 2022 Lexus LX600. Is this large luxury SUV an off-road monster, or a soft-road cruiser? Does anyone truly know for sure? Then Sami talks about his equally confusing experience in the 2022 Volvo S90 Recharge, which turns out to be a speedy, slick sedan with slow charge speeds and a limited audience.

    Listen, subscribe and message us over at UnnamedAutomotivePodcast.com

  • Episode 286: 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V, 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2024 Ford Mustang, Datsun Track Update

    September 15th, 2022  |  53 mins 23 secs
    cadillac, datsun, escalade, escalade-v, land rover, range rover sport

    Far from the weird cars in the last episode, Sami and Benjamin talk about only BIG TRUCKS this week, starting with the 2023 Cadillac Escalade V. Not only is it big, but it boasts BIG horsepower numbers, a HUGE curb weight and some GIGANTIC compromises. Then Sami flies to Spain and back to drive the new Range Rover Sport, including the PHEV model, and raves about the goofy, useful, and gimmicky off-road features. Then the guys talk about the meagre news output of the 2022 Detroit Auto Show before wrapping up with a Datsun track update. Don't forget to subscribe, comment and tip the guys on Ko-Fi!

  • Episode 285: 2022 Hyundai Kona N, Sami's RWD Mazda SUV Adventure, Grand Wagoner Towing Disaster

    September 6th, 2022  |  48 mins 26 secs
    cx-60, cx-70, cx-90, datsun, grand wagoneer, hyundai, kona, kona n, mazda, n

    It's a return to Unnamed Automotive Podcast form, as Benjamin describes the fun-to-drive enthusiast-oriented vehicle known as the 2022 Hyundai Kona N. Only available with an automatic, and rolling with FWD, he shares his thoughts on the latest speedy Korean crossover. Then Sami is sent off to Europe to try the new 2023 Mazda CX-60. While the CX-60 won't come to the US, it's big brother the CX-90 will be, featuring the same rear-wheel-drive platform and powertrains.

    Listen to what Mazda is up to, then head on over to unnamedautomotivepodcast.com, or engage with our guys (@huntingbenjamin and @Sami_HA) on your favorite social media platform.

  • Episode 284: 2022 Hyundai Elantra N, 2022 Genesis GV60

    August 30th, 2022  |  39 mins 46 secs
    elantra, elantra n, ev, genesis, gv60, hyundai, n

    Benjamin starts off with a thorough history of the Hyundai N brand, before getting into the details of the 2022 Hyundai Elantra N. Then Sami gets excited, and a bit confused about the all-electric 2023 Genesis GV60, which comes loaded with performance and gimmicks.

  • Episode 283: 2022 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Madness, 2022 Mercedes-AMG GLB35

    August 21st, 2022  |  35 mins 5 secs
    glb-class, glb35, jeep, mercedes-amg, mercedes-benz, rubicon, rubicon 392, wrangler

    Benjamin finds himself terrified by the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392, while Sami is puzzled after a stint driving the 2022 Mercedes-AMG GLB35.

  • Episode 282: 2022 BMW i4 M50, Ford Lightning Towing Tragedy, Toyota GR 86 Engine Explosion, 2023 Chevrolet Colorado, 2023 Ford Maverick Tremor

    August 7th, 2022  |  38 mins 49 secs
    bmw, chevrolet, colorado, f-150, ford, gr86, i4, ix, lightning, m50, maverick tremor, toyota

    Can you endure one more week of Benjamin talking about EVs? We start with his experience in the wild new BMW i4 M50, which boasts over 500 horsepower and even more torque. Benjamin calls it insanely fast, but do all of the changes to this electrified 4 Series work cohesively? Then Sami jumps in to talk about the recent happenings throughout the automotive industry, including EV towing ranges, Toyota warranty denials, and two new pickups from Ford and Chevy.

  • Episode 281: 2022 Ford Bronco Sport Outer Banks, 2022 BMW iX xDrive50

    July 31st, 2022  |  41 mins 13 secs
    bmw, bronco sport, ford, ix, outer banks, xdrive50

    Sami and Benjamin are in for another bumpy ride in the seats of two new crossovers. First Sami gets to share his experiences with the 2022 Ford Bronco Sport Outer Banks, and explains where it stands in the world of other rugged, yet still cute-utes. Then Benjamin, as if powered by electrons himself, silently changes the topic to the 2022 BMW iX he drove, and expresses his fondness of the EV's exterior and interior design.

  • Episode 280: 2022 Kia EV6, Sami's Jordan Cars, Cadillac Says Hush About Lyriq, Weird Blazer EV Features, Confusing Toyota Crowns, Hazy Honda Pilot Memories

    July 24th, 2022  |  50 mins 7 secs
    blazer ev, cadillac, chevrolet, crown, ev6, honda, jordan, kia, lyriq, pilot, toyota

    The guys have returned from their vacations with a bunch of stories to tell. First they catch up, describing their travels and all the cool cars they saw on the road, before diving into a review of the new 2022 Kia EV6, which is mechanically identical to the Hyundai IONIQ 5 but with 20 more miles of range! Hear why the Kia can do more with the same equipment, and what quirk had Benjamin fuming during his test drive. Then the two talk about the latest automotive news including Cadillac's NDAs and the new Toyota Crown.

    Listen, laugh and send us a note or review, we love to hear from our listeners!

  • Episode 279: 2022 Toyota Tundra, 2022 Porsche Panamera Platinum, Crazy Sales Numbers

    July 10th, 2022  |  44 mins 40 secs
    panamera, porsche, toyota, tundra

    Benjamin reviews the redesigned 2022 Toyota Tundra, which has finally evolved from the Jurassic era with a turbocharged V6 and a somewhat usable infotainment system. The Sami talks about what makes the new 2022 Porsche Panamera Platinum Edition an interesting addition to a very competitive segment. The pair also dive into the dark world of Porsche and Toyota's secret sales shame.

    It's all car talk all the time with these two, so why not get in touch or drop the guys a tip on Ko-Fi?

  • Episode 278: 2022 Mazda CX-50, Sami's Trip To Goodwood Festival Of Speed

    July 3rd, 2022  |  38 mins 2 secs
    cx-50, goodwood, mazda

    This week we talk about all kinds of weird things, starting with the 2022 Mazda CX-50, which is advertised as rugged and tough but turns out to be surprisingly genteel. Does that plot twist cut through the hype? Then Sami talks about his time at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Hear why he thinks this is a must attend event for automotive enthusiasts around the world.

    Subscribe rate and get in touch, as the guys would love to hear from you!