Unnamed Automotive Podcast

Episode 262: 2022 Infiniti QX60, 2022 Lexus NX, 2022 BMW X3, 2022 Genesis GV70, McDonald's Arch Deluxe, Lightning Round Game

February 27th, 2022  |  39 mins 39 secs

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The theme of this week's episode is luxury crossovers, but be sure you stick around for the fun game at the end of the episode. First Benjamin talks about the new 2022 Infiniti QX60 and where it ranks among the tiers of luxury brands. Is it just a special Nissan Pathfinder, or something more? Then Sami chats with Benjamin about his latest drives of the 2022 Lexus NX, 2022 Genesis GV70 and 2022 BMW X3, three very good yet different luxury crossovers. Finally, Sami grilles Ben in a lightning round of "This or That," which you won't want to miss.

Episode 253: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Pickup, 2022 Genesis GV70 2.5, Performance Driving Tips, Listener Emails

December 12th, 2021  |  54 mins 5 secs

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This week, Benjamin proclaims "I dunno, I think this is my car of the year" about the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. Is that a joke? Or some kind of prank? You'll have to listen to find out. Plus you'll get to hear Sami chanting "Utes Not Coupes" which is a catchphrase that's sure to take the nation by storm.

After his well of slogans runs dry, Sami decides to talk about his own potential car of the year, the 2022 Genesis GV70. This time he sampled the more affordable yet still packed 2.5T equipped model, providing a more rounded impression of the luxury crossover.

Finally Ben discusses track days, the limits of traction, and how the lessons both teach are relevant year round, especially in the snow. Download and listen up, you won't want to miss this week's energetic episode.

Episode 246: 2022 Lexus NX, 2022 Toyota Tundra, 2022 Genesis G70 3.3T AWD

October 24th, 2021  |  42 mins 55 secs

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After hearing the duo fall in love over the 2022 Genesis GV70 in the previous episode, Lexus sent Sami a brand new 2022 Lexus NX Plug In Hybrid to let him know that they can't be counted out just yet. The pair then discuss the all-new 2022 Toyota Tundra and dole out the odds on its survival in the hyper competitive pickup truck segment. Finally Benjamin shares all the PG, family friendly details about his road trip to Toronto in the newly refreshed 2022 Genesis G70 sport sedan. Hear the witty banter, uncomfortable silences and all the details right here.

Episode 245: 2022 Ford Bronco, 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz, 2022 Genesis GV70

October 17th, 2021  |  47 mins 46 secs

bronco, ford, genesis, gv70, hyundai, jeep, santa cruz, wrangler

Did you miss us? The duo is back talking about all the cars and trucks you want to hear about. Sami gets a go in the new 2022 Ford Bronco and spills the details on how Ford's fighting the Jeep Wrangler. Then he brings up the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz, a unibody pickup that rides like a compact crossover. Finally Ben gives us his take on the 2022 Genesis GV70, and it's weird yet humorous controls.

Episode 240: 2021 BMW M4 Competition, 2022 Genesis GV70, The Hyundai Multiverse

September 5th, 2021  |  44 mins 30 secs

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Got grille? Benjamin sees past the proboscis of the 2021 BMW M4 Competition and justifies its auto-only status by pointing out how much of a bargain the Competition package is over the base model. Sami claims Genesis has pinned its German SUV rivals to the mat with the impressive new 2022 Genesis GV70. Here comes the three-count!

Episode 200: 2021 Genesis G80, 2020 Nissan Titan PRO-4X

November 29th, 2020  |  39 mins 23 secs

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Sami samples the 2021 Genesis G80 and wonders where the GV80 magic went. Benjamin drives the 2020 Nissan Titan PRO-4X and tries to fit it into the incredibly competitive constellation of full-size pickups.

Episode 198: 2021 Genesis GV80 SUV, 2021 BMW M8 Gran Coupe, Jeep Grand Wagoneer LS Swap Update

November 15th, 2020  |  52 mins 24 secs

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The 2021 Genesis GV80 is finally here, and Sami gets behind the wheel of the new luxury brand's very first SUV. Benjamin drives the 2021 BMW M8 Gran Coupe and compares his week of living large against Sami's track time in the same. Finally, an update from Benjamin's long-suffering, now almost-complete Jeep Grand Wagoneer LS swap project.

Episode 189: 2020 Kia Seltos, 2020 Chevrolet Traillazer, Automatic Climate Control, What's The Deal With Crossovers

September 13th, 2020  |  45 mins 10 secs

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Is there any difference between any class of small SUV or crossover anymore? Benjamin and Sami have their minds blown by the infinite possibilities of the segment, and also drive the 2020 Kia Seltos and the 2020 Chevrolet Trailblazer, before getting lost in the magic of the AUTO button on modern climate control systems.

Episode 170: Cars That Will Never Be Classics, Rolls-Royce Honey, Hyundai Designer Leaves, Listener Questions

May 3rd, 2020  |  44 mins 31 secs

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Even cars that went out of their way to be cool, unique, or otherwise interesting have no guarantee at future classic status. Benjamin and Sami dissect 10 automobiles that will never be classics, before talking about Rolls-Royce honey, Hyundai's designer defection, and answering questions from listeners.

Episode 166: 2020 Jeep Cherokee, 2021 Hyundai Elantra, 2021 Genesis G80, Benjamin Rents A Viper

April 5th, 2020  |  40 mins 50 secs

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Benjamin drives the 2020 Jeep Cherokee, while Sami keeps up to date with the launches of the 2021 Hyundai Elantra and the 2021 Genesis G80. Also, Benjamin shares his memories of the time he rented a sketchy Viper at a gas station.