Unnamed Automotive Podcast

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

September 29th, 2022  |  57 mins 29 secs

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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 284: 2022 Hyundai Elantra N, 2022 Genesis GV60

August 30th, 2022  |  39 mins 46 secs

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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 273: 2022 Acura MDX Type S, 2022 BMW iX M60 EV, More Datsun Trouble

May 29th, 2022  |  48 mins 32 secs

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There's no pfaffing about this week, (okay, maybe just a bit of pfaff) as the duo share their thoughts on two "high-performance" SUVs. First up, Sami tests the 2023 BMW iX M60 out in Germany, and tells us everything we need to know about its powertrain, range and speedy characteristics, before getting distracted talking about all of its gimmicky tech features. Then Benjamin jumps in with the 2022 Acura MDX Type S, and wonders if its worthy of its nostalgia badging. Finally Ben shares an update on his Datsun racecar pain and how he plans to get it back to the track.

Episode 272: 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5, 2022 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, News Round-Up, Datsun Woes

May 22nd, 2022  |  38 mins 17 secs

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Benjamin gets his first taste of the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5, the brands mainstream, long-distance EV which rides on an advanced platform. Then Sami talks about the 2022 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, a formerly hot SUV thats now feeling a bit stale. He shares all of his feelings about it, then lets loose his fears of rampant carjackings in his city. The duo also discuss the latests automotive news, before leaving a teaser for next weeks episode.

Episode 270: 2022 Audi S3, 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, The Sound of the Batmobile

April 24th, 2022  |  44 mins 6 secs

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Benjamin takes the medium-spicy 2022 Audi S3 for a spin and explains whether or not the Germans have gone overboard with all their performance tiers. Then Sami tests out the new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, the PHEV version of a podcast favorite, and describes how the big SUV manages the transition to electrified propulsion. Finallythe pair geek out over the new SOUND OF THE BATMOBILE after watching The Batman.

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Episode 268: 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness, 2022 Kia Sorento PHEV, Listener Questions, The Fate Of The Dodge Journey

April 10th, 2022  |  49 mins 22 secs

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This week the duo get back to reviewing SUVs. Sami starts the episode off with his impressions of the new 2022 Subaru Forester WILDerness, a new trim level of the Japanese nameplate which boasts a rugged adventurous attitude that's been missing from the automaker lately—or has it? Then Benjamin talks about the plug-in version of the 2022 Kia Sorento. Is the new model efficient, smooth, and worth the money? Finally the pair answer a couple of listener questions about modern parking strategies and the Dodge Journey.

Episode 266: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2022 Volvo C40, 2022 Volvo XC60 T8, Ridiculous Car Trim Names

March 27th, 2022  |  43 mins 12 secs

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Benjamin talks about the new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve. At what price point does the Grand Cherokee become a Venti Cherokee, or Mega Cherokee? Sami follows that up with a review of the 2022 Volvo C40 EV. The pair then talk about weird, wild and confusing trim names before discussing some quick news.

Episode 264: 2022 Ford Maverick 2.0T AWD, 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5

March 13th, 2022  |  44 mins 15 secs

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Benjamin describes his first impressions of the 2022 Ford Maverick, a small pickup he wasn't so sure about. Remember fans, he thought the Hyundai Santa Cruz was one of the best cars he drove last year, so the Ford offering has a lot of ground to make up. Also remember that Sami loved this truck, and Benjamin COMPLETELY ignored that fact.

Then Sami discusses his experience with the new Hyundai IONIQ 5, a car that's built from the ground up to be an EV. However, his experience feels muted compared to that of his colleagues. What's up with Sami?

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Episode 257: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV, 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross, Guest Stephen Elmer

January 16th, 2022  |  49 mins 29 secs

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Sami and Benjamin flaunt their social circle by bringing in Truck King's Stephen Elmer for this week's recording. The trio first discuss the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, which is Jeeps third new 3-row crossover after the Grand Wagoneer and less-grand 'Wagoneer.'

Steve then brings up his interests and concerns about the future of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV. Is an all-electric work truck a good or bad idea? How about one that weighs 7,000 lbs?

Finally the guys force Sami to talk about the new 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross, and find out if its a worthy addition to the crowded subcompact crossover segment, or just another humdrum product. Listen right here!

Episode 256: 2022 Ford Maverick, 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5, 2022 BMW X3 M40i, Guest Chad Kirchner, Listener Questions

January 9th, 2022  |  54 mins 22 secs

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It's the first episode of 2022! First off, Benjamin, Sami and guest Chad Kirchner of EVPulse discuss the new 2022 Ford Maverick. Is this affordable trucklet worth all the hype? Can one really DIY themselves a bike rack? Is a 4.5-foot bed actually useful? They answer all those questions and then somehow dig up more.

Chad talks a big game about the all-new 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5, which may be one of the best EVs on the market, and potentially the answer to one of our latest listener questions. It even has reclining seats! Finally Benjamin discusses his experiences with a 2022 BMW X3 M40i which packs a nice six-cylinder but a somewhat harsh suspension.