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    <title>Unnamed Automotive Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Hyundai”</title>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <description>Every week automotive journalists Benjamin and Sami review cars and get weird, and funny, and honest, about the automotive industry.</description>
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    <itunes:subtitle>Cars, trucks, and a weird sense of humor.</itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
    <itunes:summary>Every week automotive journalists Benjamin and Sami review cars and get weird, and funny, and honest, about the automotive industry.</itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 443: 2026 Chevrolet Equinox, 2026 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid</title>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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  <itunes:subtitle>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast arrives with a pair of new car reviews, starting with Benjamin's take on the gas-powered 2026 Chevrolet Equinox. This American crossover squares off in a crowded segment, but Benjamin says it has a few things going for it. Then Sami reviews the 2026 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, which has few rivals, but struggles to rise above them in a significant way. Thanks for listening!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>54:03</itunes:duration>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;The Unnamed Automotive Podcast has a couple of car reviews this week to share, but not before discussing things like wet keyfobs, pond entry/exit, and Canadian Tire clearance sales! The show eventually gets to the point and Benjamin reviews the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox. Not the electric one, but the gas model that faces off against a meaty segment full of favorites like the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V and Ford Bronco Sport. Benjamin has a lot to say about Chevy's plucky crossover, and Sami has a few things to add, but is this oft-forgotten rival worth checking out in such a crowded segment?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Sami shares his review of the 2026 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, one of the few sedans out there, and with its own fair share of pros and cons. How can one reasonably pick this over something like the Camry or Accord? Sami explains where the Sonata sings and where it falls flat. Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Sonata, Hybrid, Chevrolet, Equinox, keyfobs, pond, car, car podcast, car talk, cars, electric vehicle, electric vehicle podcast, electric vehicle talk, electric vehicles, ev, ev podcast, ev talk, minivan talk, minivans, phev, suv, suv podcast, suv talk, suvs, truck, truck podcast, truck talk, trucks</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast has a couple of car reviews this week to share, but not before discussing things like wet keyfobs, pond entry/exit, and Canadian Tire clearance sales! The show eventually gets to the point and Benjamin reviews the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox. Not the electric one, but the gas model that faces off against a meaty segment full of favorites like the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V and Ford Bronco Sport. Benjamin has a lot to say about Chevy's plucky crossover, and Sami has a few things to add, but is this oft-forgotten rival worth checking out in such a crowded segment?</p>

<p>Then Sami shares his review of the 2026 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, one of the few sedans out there, and with its own fair share of pros and cons. How can one reasonably pick this over something like the Camry or Accord? Sami explains where the Sonata sings and where it falls flat. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Benjamin&#39;s new comic book, Dead Air #3, hits Kickstarter April 28" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.deadaircomic.com">Benjamin's new comic book, Dead Air #3, hits Kickstarter April 28
</a> &mdash; Click the link to sign up to be notified when the campaign goes live! It gives us a big boost on Kickstarter, too.
</li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast has a couple of car reviews this week to share, but not before discussing things like wet keyfobs, pond entry/exit, and Canadian Tire clearance sales! The show eventually gets to the point and Benjamin reviews the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox. Not the electric one, but the gas model that faces off against a meaty segment full of favorites like the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V and Ford Bronco Sport. Benjamin has a lot to say about Chevy's plucky crossover, and Sami has a few things to add, but is this oft-forgotten rival worth checking out in such a crowded segment?</p>

<p>Then Sami shares his review of the 2026 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, one of the few sedans out there, and with its own fair share of pros and cons. How can one reasonably pick this over something like the Camry or Accord? Sami explains where the Sonata sings and where it falls flat. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Benjamin&#39;s new comic book, Dead Air #3, hits Kickstarter April 28" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.deadaircomic.com">Benjamin's new comic book, Dead Air #3, hits Kickstarter April 28
</a> &mdash; Click the link to sign up to be notified when the campaign goes live! It gives us a big boost on Kickstarter, too.
</li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 440: 2026 Hyundai Elantra N Line, 2026 Volkswagen Atlas, Honda's Huge EV Loss</title>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Benjamin reviews the 2026 Hyundai Elantra N Line, which has an upgraded powetrain and suspension system, though  might fall short of being an enthusiast-friendly sport compact. Then Sami talks about the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas, which is spacious and comfortable, though features an annoying to use infotainment system. Finally the show ends with the discussion of Honda's cancelled EVs, and explaining what that means for the automotive industry.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>54:03</itunes:duration>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Benjamin's takes on the 2026 Hyundai Elantra N Line, a car inspired by the sport compacts of yore. The N Line features an upgraded engine and a sportier suspension system, but is it really an enthusiast oriented model, or just an excuse to hike up the price for Hyundai's compact car? &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Sami reviews the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas. After testing so many three-row crossovers lately, Sami turns his attention to the German family-friendly ride, which has been thoroughly refreshed in recent years. However, one glaring red flag spoils Sami's recommendation of the Atlas; can you guess what it is? &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Finally, the show shares some important and interesting news about Honda's deep-in-development EVs, which are now cancelled. Sami and Benjamin discuss what this means for the EV market in the US and the automotive industry as a whole. Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Elantra, N Line, Volkswagen, VW, Atlas, Honda, car, car podcast, car talk, cars, electric vehicle, electric vehicle podcast, electric vehicle talk, electric vehicles, ev, ev podcast, ev talk, minivan talk, minivans, phev, suv, suv podcast, suv talk, suvs, truck, truck podcast, truck talk, trucks</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin's takes on the 2026 Hyundai Elantra N Line, a car inspired by the sport compacts of yore. The N Line features an upgraded engine and a sportier suspension system, but is it really an enthusiast oriented model, or just an excuse to hike up the price for Hyundai's compact car? </p>

<p>Then Sami reviews the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas. After testing so many three-row crossovers lately, Sami turns his attention to the German family-friendly ride, which has been thoroughly refreshed in recent years. However, one glaring red flag spoils Sami's recommendation of the Atlas; can you guess what it is? </p>

<p>Finally, the show shares some important and interesting news about Honda's deep-in-development EVs, which are now cancelled. Sami and Benjamin discuss what this means for the EV market in the US and the automotive industry as a whole. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin's takes on the 2026 Hyundai Elantra N Line, a car inspired by the sport compacts of yore. The N Line features an upgraded engine and a sportier suspension system, but is it really an enthusiast oriented model, or just an excuse to hike up the price for Hyundai's compact car? </p>

<p>Then Sami reviews the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas. After testing so many three-row crossovers lately, Sami turns his attention to the German family-friendly ride, which has been thoroughly refreshed in recent years. However, one glaring red flag spoils Sami's recommendation of the Atlas; can you guess what it is? </p>

<p>Finally, the show shares some important and interesting news about Honda's deep-in-development EVs, which are now cancelled. Sami and Benjamin discuss what this means for the EV market in the US and the automotive industry as a whole. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 438: 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9, 2026 Acura RDX</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/438</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/effcfb25-10fd-486f-aff5-4b42203e88d7.mp3" length="35561433" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:subtitle>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast doubles up this week with two takes on the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9. Both Sami and Benjamin reviewed this three-row EV, and both have very different thoughts on its winter performance. Then Benjamin shares his experience with the 2026 Acura RDX, after a long road trip. Thanks for listening!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>49:23</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;The Unnamed Automotive Podcast arrives this week with a double review of the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9, a three-row EV that has our hosts offering completely different takes. Sami thinks the all-electric Korean crossover is too expensive, while Benjamin thinks it's plenty fancy. Sami feels it rode awfully in the snow, while Benjamin says it was surprisingly responsive. This many opposite takes means plenty of discussion, and we're here for it! &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Benjamin shares his road-trip-road-test of the 2026 Acura  RDX, which he says was surprisingly good, though has one fatal flaw. Is it enough to deter him from recommending it? Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Ioniq 9, Acura, RDX, roadtrip, car, car podcast, car talk, cars, electric vehicle, electric vehicle podcast, electric vehicle talk, electric vehicles, ev, ev podcast, ev talk, minivan talk, minivans, phev, suv, suv podcast, suv talk, suvs, truck, truck podcast, truck talk, trucks</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast arrives this week with a double review of the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9, a three-row EV that has our hosts offering completely different takes. Sami thinks the all-electric Korean crossover is too expensive, while Benjamin thinks it's plenty fancy. Sami feels it rode awfully in the snow, while Benjamin says it was surprisingly responsive. This many opposite takes means plenty of discussion, and we're here for it! </p>

<p>Then Benjamin shares his road-trip-road-test of the 2026 Acura  RDX, which he says was surprisingly good, though has one fatal flaw. Is it enough to deter him from recommending it? Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast arrives this week with a double review of the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9, a three-row EV that has our hosts offering completely different takes. Sami thinks the all-electric Korean crossover is too expensive, while Benjamin thinks it's plenty fancy. Sami feels it rode awfully in the snow, while Benjamin says it was surprisingly responsive. This many opposite takes means plenty of discussion, and we're here for it! </p>

<p>Then Benjamin shares his road-trip-road-test of the 2026 Acura  RDX, which he says was surprisingly good, though has one fatal flaw. Is it enough to deter him from recommending it? Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>Episode 435: Guest Adi Desai of DoubleClutch, 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid, 2026 Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro</title>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 01:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>This week the Unnamed Automotive Podcast welcomes guest Adi Desai, the founder of DoubleClutch.ca to tell us some great stories about his car collection. Then Sami and Benjamin review the 2026 Hyundai Palisade, which recieved plenty of changes this year. Finally, a reader asks about Hemi V8s and the future of the Dodge Charger. Thanks for listening!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:13:27</itunes:duration>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;The Unnamed Automotive Podcast welcomes a fun guest and friend to this weeks episode, DoubleClutch.ca founder Adi Desai, who is here to talk about his eclectic collection of cars and fun stories about finding them. Is an unreliable, expensive to repair car still good if it's a fun, unique driving experience? Are your favorite video-game cover cars as good as you remember them when you transfer them from the digital world to the real one? &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Benjamin and Sami review the 2026 Hyundai Palisade, which has recieved a significant redesign this year with a new off-road trim and hybrid powertrain that injects new life into the three-row SUV.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Finally we try to answer a reader question about Hemi V8s and the future of the Dodge Charger. Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Palisade, Adi Desai, car, car podcast, car talk, cars, electric vehicle, electric vehicle podcast, electric vehicle talk, electric vehicles, ev, ev podcast, ev talk, minivan talk, minivans, phev, suv, suv podcast, suv talk, suvs, truck, truck podcast, truck talk, trucks</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast welcomes a fun guest and friend to this weeks episode, DoubleClutch.ca founder Adi Desai, who is here to talk about his eclectic collection of cars and fun stories about finding them. Is an unreliable, expensive to repair car still good if it's a fun, unique driving experience? Are your favorite video-game cover cars as good as you remember them when you transfer them from the digital world to the real one? </p>

<p>Then Benjamin and Sami review the 2026 Hyundai Palisade, which has recieved a significant redesign this year with a new off-road trim and hybrid powertrain that injects new life into the three-row SUV.</p>

<p>Finally we try to answer a reader question about Hemi V8s and the future of the Dodge Charger. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast welcomes a fun guest and friend to this weeks episode, DoubleClutch.ca founder Adi Desai, who is here to talk about his eclectic collection of cars and fun stories about finding them. Is an unreliable, expensive to repair car still good if it's a fun, unique driving experience? Are your favorite video-game cover cars as good as you remember them when you transfer them from the digital world to the real one? </p>

<p>Then Benjamin and Sami review the 2026 Hyundai Palisade, which has recieved a significant redesign this year with a new off-road trim and hybrid powertrain that injects new life into the three-row SUV.</p>

<p>Finally we try to answer a reader question about Hemi V8s and the future of the Dodge Charger. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>Episode 431: 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/431</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Twas the last show before Christmas, and all through the pod, not a car was stirring, except the Chrokee S Benjamin was reviewing. All electric and fast, it's the car on the show, before Sami chimes in with a car of his own. He reviews a Tucson Hybrid, and finds it a weird creature, mainly because of its strange "Baby" feature. Merry Christmas to all and to all a good pod.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>52:26</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;First the show starts off with Benjamin's review of the 2025 Jeep Cherokee S, an electric crossover that's arrived a bit late, but with lots of power. Hear Benjamin's thoughts on Jeep's first electric car in North America and what's going right and wrong with this new EV.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Sami reviews the 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, which isn't a huge change from the previous year, but packs an interesting Baby Mode, which catches the guys attention for a whole segment of the podcast. Thanks for listening everyone!&lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Jeep, Wagoner, Wagoneer S, baby mode, Hyundai, Tucson, Tuscon Hybrid, car, car podcast, car talk, cars, electric vehicle, electric vehicle podcast, electric vehicle talk, electric vehicles, ev, ev podcast, ev talk, minivan talk, minivans, phev, , suv, suv podcast, suv talk, suvs, truck, truck podcast, truck talk, trucks</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>First the show starts off with Benjamin's review of the 2025 Jeep Cherokee S, an electric crossover that's arrived a bit late, but with lots of power. Hear Benjamin's thoughts on Jeep's first electric car in North America and what's going right and wrong with this new EV.</p>

<p>Then Sami reviews the 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, which isn't a huge change from the previous year, but packs an interesting Baby Mode, which catches the guys attention for a whole segment of the podcast. Thanks for listening everyone!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>First the show starts off with Benjamin's review of the 2025 Jeep Cherokee S, an electric crossover that's arrived a bit late, but with lots of power. Hear Benjamin's thoughts on Jeep's first electric car in North America and what's going right and wrong with this new EV.</p>

<p>Then Sami reviews the 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, which isn't a huge change from the previous year, but packs an interesting Baby Mode, which catches the guys attention for a whole segment of the podcast. Thanks for listening everyone!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 427: 2026 Hyundai Kona, 2026 Lexus NX 350h F Sport</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/427</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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  <itunes:subtitle>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast reviews two new crossovers this episode, starting with Sami's and the gas-powered 2026 Hyundai Kona. Hear what makes this one of the better options in the segment. Then Benjamin reviews the 2026 Lexus NX350h F-Sport, which features cool looks and plenty of technology. Thanks for listening!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>45:28</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;This week the Unnamed Automotive Podcast reviews a pair of crossovers, starting with Sami's take on the 2026 Hyundai Kona. This isn't the oft-discussed EV, but a gas-powered version of the subcompact, which has Sami buzzing about its size and features. Is this among the best in its  class?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Benjamin reviews an F-Sport version of the 2026 Lexus NX350h. Fitted with a hybrid powertrain and more aggressive styling, this Lexus also boasts a gorgeous interior and plenty of technology, but do some of those features get in the way of recommending this vehicle? Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Kona, Lexus, NX, car, car podcast, car talk, cars, electric vehicle, electric vehicle podcast, electric vehicle talk, electric vehicles, ev, ev podcast, ev talk, minivan talk, minivans, phev, , suv, suv podcast, suv talk, suvs, truck, truck podcast, truck talk, trucks</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>This week the Unnamed Automotive Podcast reviews a pair of crossovers, starting with Sami's take on the 2026 Hyundai Kona. This isn't the oft-discussed EV, but a gas-powered version of the subcompact, which has Sami buzzing about its size and features. Is this among the best in its  class?</p>

<p>Then Benjamin reviews an F-Sport version of the 2026 Lexus NX350h. Fitted with a hybrid powertrain and more aggressive styling, this Lexus also boasts a gorgeous interior and plenty of technology, but do some of those features get in the way of recommending this vehicle? Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>This week the Unnamed Automotive Podcast reviews a pair of crossovers, starting with Sami's take on the 2026 Hyundai Kona. This isn't the oft-discussed EV, but a gas-powered version of the subcompact, which has Sami buzzing about its size and features. Is this among the best in its  class?</p>

<p>Then Benjamin reviews an F-Sport version of the 2026 Lexus NX350h. Fitted with a hybrid powertrain and more aggressive styling, this Lexus also boasts a gorgeous interior and plenty of technology, but do some of those features get in the way of recommending this vehicle? Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 415: 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric, 2026 Honda HR-V</title>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 10 Aug 2025 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>This week, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast reviews two new subcompact crossovers. The show starts with Sami's take on the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric, but the discussion turns towards affordable, used EVs instead. Then Benjamin reviews the 2026 Honda HR-V and wonders if there's a worse option in the segment. Thanks for listening! </itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>43:12</itunes:duration>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;This week, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast jams out with some subcompact crossovers. The show starts with Sami's review of the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric, a perfectly fine EV that is a bit overshadowed by its market. With the competition offering better value, Sami and Benjamin argue that a used Hyundai Kona Electric is the smart choice for EV shoppers on a tight budget. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then the guys turn their focus to the 2026 Honda HR-V. Using Sami's previous experience as background information on his tester, Benjamin starts off thinking the Honda subcompact is pretty solid, but after spending more time with it, he wonders if there's a worse choice in the segment. Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>This week, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast jams out with some subcompact crossovers. The show starts with Sami's review of the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric, a perfectly fine EV that is a bit overshadowed by its market. With the competition offering better value, Sami and Benjamin argue that a used Hyundai Kona Electric is the smart choice for EV shoppers on a tight budget. </p>

<p>Then the guys turn their focus to the 2026 Honda HR-V. Using Sami's previous experience as background information on his tester, Benjamin starts off thinking the Honda subcompact is pretty solid, but after spending more time with it, he wonders if there's a worse choice in the segment. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>This week, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast jams out with some subcompact crossovers. The show starts with Sami's review of the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric, a perfectly fine EV that is a bit overshadowed by its market. With the competition offering better value, Sami and Benjamin argue that a used Hyundai Kona Electric is the smart choice for EV shoppers on a tight budget. </p>

<p>Then the guys turn their focus to the 2026 Honda HR-V. Using Sami's previous experience as background information on his tester, Benjamin starts off thinking the Honda subcompact is pretty solid, but after spending more time with it, he wonders if there's a worse choice in the segment. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 408: 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT, 2025 Nissan Ariya</title>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2025 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>This week, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, discusses the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT and the 2025 Nissan Ariya. Benjamin starts the show off with the review of the Hyundai pickup and talks about how it compares to the Ford alternative. Then Sami reviews the Nissan Ariya and tries to identify its unique features</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>36:35</itunes:duration>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;The Unnamed Automotive Podcast tackles a pair of uncommon vehicles this week. The show starts with Benjamin's review of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT model, which emphasizes a more rugged and tough approach to compact trucking. Benjamin explains how it compares to the recently reviewed 2025 Ford Maverick, and whether Hyundai is capable of building a truck that works for North American needs. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Sami chimes in with his review of the 2025 Nissan Ariya, which offers a lot of the same features and technologies found on other EVs on the market. Our hosts ask what makes the Ariya special in this segment, and struggle to come up with a definitive answer, despite Nissan's past leadership in the EV space. Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Santa Cruz, XRT, Nissan, Ariya, car, car podcast, car talk, cars, electric vehicle, electric vehicle podcast, electric vehicle talk, electric vehicles,  ev, ev podcast, ev talk, minivan, minivan talk, minivans, phev, suv, suv podcast, suv talk, suvs, truck, truck podcast, truck talk, trucks</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast tackles a pair of uncommon vehicles this week. The show starts with Benjamin's review of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT model, which emphasizes a more rugged and tough approach to compact trucking. Benjamin explains how it compares to the recently reviewed 2025 Ford Maverick, and whether Hyundai is capable of building a truck that works for North American needs. </p>

<p>Then Sami chimes in with his review of the 2025 Nissan Ariya, which offers a lot of the same features and technologies found on other EVs on the market. Our hosts ask what makes the Ariya special in this segment, and struggle to come up with a definitive answer, despite Nissan's past leadership in the EV space. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
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    <![CDATA[<p>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast tackles a pair of uncommon vehicles this week. The show starts with Benjamin's review of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT model, which emphasizes a more rugged and tough approach to compact trucking. Benjamin explains how it compares to the recently reviewed 2025 Ford Maverick, and whether Hyundai is capable of building a truck that works for North American needs. </p>

<p>Then Sami chimes in with his review of the 2025 Nissan Ariya, which offers a lot of the same features and technologies found on other EVs on the market. Our hosts ask what makes the Ariya special in this segment, and struggle to come up with a definitive answer, despite Nissan's past leadership in the EV space. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 387: 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe, 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid, 2024 Honda Pilot</title>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 08 Dec 2024 01:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast comes with the newest Korean Luxury crossover, with Benjamin's review of the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe, which features a sleek profile and an electric supercharger. Does it still feel like a Genesis? Then Sami presents the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid as an affordable alternative to three-row favorites like the Honda Pilot. Thanks for listening!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>44:12</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;The show starts with Benjamin's review of the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe, which features a sleeker profile, and a new powertrain with an electric supercharger. How does these changes affect the typically well recieved GV80 crossover? Benjamin spills all the details, while going on quick tangents about wireless charging and digital gauge clusters.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Sami finds a solution for families on the go with a tight budget. While many may seek out something like the 2025 Honda Pilot, the new Hyundai Santa Fe may be everything families are looking for, especially in the affordable hybrid guise. Sporting 231 horsepower and 36 mpg combined, the Santa Fe feels like a better crossover than its price tag indicates. So whats the catch? &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Genesis, GV80 Coupe, Hyundai, Santa Fe, Hybrid, Honda, Pilot, LA Auto Show, automobile, automotive, car, car podcast, car talk, cars, electric vehicle, electric vehicle podcast, electric vehicle talk, electric vehicles, ev, ev podcast, ev talk, minivan, minivan talk, minivans, phev, suv, suv podcast, suv talk, suvs, truck, truck podcast, truck talk, trucks</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>The show starts with Benjamin's review of the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe, which features a sleeker profile, and a new powertrain with an electric supercharger. How does these changes affect the typically well recieved GV80 crossover? Benjamin spills all the details, while going on quick tangents about wireless charging and digital gauge clusters.</p>

<p>Then Sami finds a solution for families on the go with a tight budget. While many may seek out something like the 2025 Honda Pilot, the new Hyundai Santa Fe may be everything families are looking for, especially in the affordable hybrid guise. Sporting 231 horsepower and 36 mpg combined, the Santa Fe feels like a better crossover than its price tag indicates. So whats the catch?</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>The show starts with Benjamin's review of the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe, which features a sleeker profile, and a new powertrain with an electric supercharger. How does these changes affect the typically well recieved GV80 crossover? Benjamin spills all the details, while going on quick tangents about wireless charging and digital gauge clusters.</p>

<p>Then Sami finds a solution for families on the go with a tight budget. While many may seek out something like the 2025 Honda Pilot, the new Hyundai Santa Fe may be everything families are looking for, especially in the affordable hybrid guise. Sporting 231 horsepower and 36 mpg combined, the Santa Fe feels like a better crossover than its price tag indicates. So whats the catch?</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>Episode 382: 2024 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Convertible, 2024 Hyundai Kona EV, AMC Book Review, Will Honda Buiy Ram And Jeep</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/382</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2024 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/39da95ee-edbf-41a4-85ec-91380f4b40ad.mp3" length="37559800" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:subtitle>This week, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast reviews the 2024 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Convertible, and the 2024 Hyundai Kona EV. They then discuss an AMC book and the possibility of Honda buying Jeep and Ram.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>52:09</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/3/39da95ee-edbf-41a4-85ec-91380f4b40ad/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Sami has returned from his European adventure with a wonderful taste of life to share on the Unnamed Automotive Podcast. Or he tries to explain to Benjamin what the candy-like "smoothie melt"s he feeds his child are... &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Either way, there's lots to discuss in this week's episode, starting with the EcoBoost powered 2024 Ford Mustang convertible, which Benjamin reviews and compares to some other similarly priced sports cars. Then Sami talks about the 2024 Hyundai Kona EV, and how it fares compared to other affordable electric vehicles on the market. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Finally the guys talk about an AMC-focused book and discuss if Honda would buy Jeep and Ram. Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Ford, Mustang, convertible, EcoBoost, Hyundai, Kona, AMC, book review, automobile, automotive, car, car podcast, car talk, cars, electric vehicle, electric vehicle podcast, electric vehicle talk, electric vehicles, ev, ev podcast, ev talk, minivan, minivan talk, minivans, phev, suv, suv podcast, suv talk, suvs, truck, truck podcast, truck talk, trucks</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Sami has returned from his European adventure with a wonderful taste of life to share on the Unnamed Automotive Podcast. Or he tries to explain to Benjamin what the candy-like "smoothie melt"s he feeds his child are... </p>

<p>Either way, there's lots to discuss in this week's episode, starting with the EcoBoost powered 2024 Ford Mustang convertible, which Benjamin reviews and compares to some other similarly priced sports cars. Then Sami talks about the 2024 Hyundai Kona EV, and how it fares compared to other affordable electric vehicles on the market. </p>

<p>Finally the guys talk about an AMC-focused book and discuss if Honda would buy Jeep and Ram. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Sami has returned from his European adventure with a wonderful taste of life to share on the Unnamed Automotive Podcast. Or he tries to explain to Benjamin what the candy-like "smoothie melt"s he feeds his child are... </p>

<p>Either way, there's lots to discuss in this week's episode, starting with the EcoBoost powered 2024 Ford Mustang convertible, which Benjamin reviews and compares to some other similarly priced sports cars. Then Sami talks about the 2024 Hyundai Kona EV, and how it fares compared to other affordable electric vehicles on the market. </p>

<p>Finally the guys talk about an AMC-focused book and discuss if Honda would buy Jeep and Ram. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 370: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid, Listener Questions</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/370</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 11 Aug 2024 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/40b0901b-9d0d-4114-ad52-085178d06134.mp3" length="36885214" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:subtitle>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. </itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>51:13</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/4/40b0901b-9d0d-4114-ad52-085178d06134/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;The Unnamed Automotive Podcast is back from its summer break! The convo starts with the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser, a vehicle with a historic nameplate that's been revived for the North American market. With a hybrid powertrain and quirky nostalgic styling, the Land Cruiser may be a great riding SUV, but it may be lacking some of the features and capabilities offered by other off-road SUVs, especially when its price is considered. Is the Land Cruiser really worth the price premium over its other off-road rivals?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Benjamin chimes in with his experience in the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid, something that he says channels a little bit of the old Ford Flex. It may look boxy, but its far from conservative, featuring a fuel efficient drivetrain and unique interior flourishes. It stands out, even in a fairly niche crowd. Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Toyota, Land Cruiser, Hyundai, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, automobile, automotive, car, car podcast, car talk, cars, electric vehicle, electric vehicle podcast, electric vehicle talk, electric vehicles, ev, ev podcast, ev talk, minivan, minivan talk, minivans, phev,  suv, suv podcast, suv talk, suvs, truck, truck podcast, truck talk, trucks</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast is back from its summer break! The convo starts with the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser, a vehicle with a historic nameplate that's been revived for the North American market. With a hybrid powertrain and quirky nostalgic styling, the Land Cruiser may be a great riding SUV, but it may be lacking some of the features and capabilities offered by other off-road SUVs, especially when its price is considered. Is the Land Cruiser really worth the price premium over its other off-road rivals?</p>

<p>Then Benjamin chimes in with his experience in the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid, something that he says channels a little bit of the old Ford Flex. It may look boxy, but its far from conservative, featuring a fuel efficient drivetrain and unique interior flourishes. It stands out, even in a fairly niche crowd. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast is back from its summer break! The convo starts with the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser, a vehicle with a historic nameplate that's been revived for the North American market. With a hybrid powertrain and quirky nostalgic styling, the Land Cruiser may be a great riding SUV, but it may be lacking some of the features and capabilities offered by other off-road SUVs, especially when its price is considered. Is the Land Cruiser really worth the price premium over its other off-road rivals?</p>

<p>Then Benjamin chimes in with his experience in the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid, something that he says channels a little bit of the old Ford Flex. It may look boxy, but its far from conservative, featuring a fuel efficient drivetrain and unique interior flourishes. It stands out, even in a fairly niche crowd. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>Episode 365: 2024 Hyundai Sonata, 2024 Lexus RX 450h+, CTS-V Back on the Track</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/365</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 09 Jun 2024 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/159d8817-8a7c-41b0-a114-314b1fde006b.mp3" length="37910572" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>52:39</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/1/159d8817-8a7c-41b0-a114-314b1fde006b/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;The Unnamed Automotive Podcast arrives this week with some engaged discussions about a pair of mainstream, yet exciting vehicles. But before any reviews, Benjamin shares his notes from his recent track day, where he tagged in his beefy Cadillac CTS-V for his nimble Datsun Z. After that, Benjamin describes the 2024 Hyundai Sonata, a strong player in the contracted world of mid-sized sedans. With a new design, and reworked packaging, can the new Sonata blow away the popularity of the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Sami talks about the 2024 Lexus RX 450h+, a PHEV version of the ever popular Lexus RX. On a long road trip, Sami had the time to experience how practical, efficient and luxurious the new plug-in RX is, but has a few issues with its approach to technology. Is it worth the nearly $20k upgrade from the entry level RX? Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Cadillac, CTS-V, Datsun, Hyundai, Sonata, Lexus, RX, PHEV, automobile, automotive, car, car podcast, car talk, cars, electric vehicle, electric vehicle podcast, electric vehicle talk, electric vehicles, ev, ev podcast, ev talk, minivan, minivan talk, minivans, phev,  suv, suv podcast, suv talk, suvs, truck, truck podcast, truck talk, trucks</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast arrives this week with some engaged discussions about a pair of mainstream, yet exciting vehicles. But before any reviews, Benjamin shares his notes from his recent track day, where he tagged in his beefy Cadillac CTS-V for his nimble Datsun Z. After that, Benjamin describes the 2024 Hyundai Sonata, a strong player in the contracted world of mid-sized sedans. With a new design, and reworked packaging, can the new Sonata blow away the popularity of the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry?</p>

<p>Then Sami talks about the 2024 Lexus RX 450h+, a PHEV version of the ever popular Lexus RX. On a long road trip, Sami had the time to experience how practical, efficient and luxurious the new plug-in RX is, but has a few issues with its approach to technology. Is it worth the nearly $20k upgrade from the entry level RX? Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>The Unnamed Automotive Podcast arrives this week with some engaged discussions about a pair of mainstream, yet exciting vehicles. But before any reviews, Benjamin shares his notes from his recent track day, where he tagged in his beefy Cadillac CTS-V for his nimble Datsun Z. After that, Benjamin describes the 2024 Hyundai Sonata, a strong player in the contracted world of mid-sized sedans. With a new design, and reworked packaging, can the new Sonata blow away the popularity of the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry?</p>

<p>Then Sami talks about the 2024 Lexus RX 450h+, a PHEV version of the ever popular Lexus RX. On a long road trip, Sami had the time to experience how practical, efficient and luxurious the new plug-in RX is, but has a few issues with its approach to technology. Is it worth the nearly $20k upgrade from the entry level RX? Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 357: 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, 2024 Honda Pilot TrailSport, Listener Questions</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/357</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 24 Mar 2024 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/743a2318-a42f-4a34-bc35-9421c25bba32.mp3" length="37413096" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:subtitle>This week's episode is full of discussions of cars that seem good on their own, but struggle to stand out competitively in their segments. Benjamin starts off with a review of 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, which might be a touch too expensive to recommend. Then Sami chimes in with his thoughts on the 2024 Honda Pilot TrailSport, which looks great and has plenty of equipment, but lacks some much needed refinement. Finally the guys answer a listener question about two seemingly unrelated cars looking to solve the same family transportation need. Thanks for listening!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>51:57</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/7/743a2318-a42f-4a34-bc35-9421c25bba32/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Today's show starts with Benjamin's review of the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, an EV that could stand on its own in a vaccuum, but runs up against a few issues when you consider the rest of the EV world. Benjamin wonders if its worth it to spring for a homegrown rival electric vehicle for just a few thousand dollars more. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Sami continues his three-row review extravaganza with his take on the 2024 Honda Pilot TrailSport. Having undergone a thorough redesign last year, is the new Pilot a solid choice in this segment? What are its strengths and weaknesses in one of the most competitive arenas in this industry? Sami reveals his thoughts on these concerns and more!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then the guys answer a unique listener question, involving two totally different cars, but with similar family-friendly goals. Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>Today's show starts with Benjamin's review of the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, an EV that could stand on its own in a vaccuum, but runs up against a few issues when you consider the rest of the EV world. Benjamin wonders if its worth it to spring for a homegrown rival electric vehicle for just a few thousand dollars more. </p>

<p>Then Sami continues his three-row review extravaganza with his take on the 2024 Honda Pilot TrailSport. Having undergone a thorough redesign last year, is the new Pilot a solid choice in this segment? What are its strengths and weaknesses in one of the most competitive arenas in this industry? Sami reveals his thoughts on these concerns and more!</p>

<p>Then the guys answer a unique listener question, involving two totally different cars, but with similar family-friendly goals. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Today's show starts with Benjamin's review of the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, an EV that could stand on its own in a vaccuum, but runs up against a few issues when you consider the rest of the EV world. Benjamin wonders if its worth it to spring for a homegrown rival electric vehicle for just a few thousand dollars more. </p>

<p>Then Sami continues his three-row review extravaganza with his take on the 2024 Honda Pilot TrailSport. Having undergone a thorough redesign last year, is the new Pilot a solid choice in this segment? What are its strengths and weaknesses in one of the most competitive arenas in this industry? Sami reveals his thoughts on these concerns and more!</p>

<p>Then the guys answer a unique listener question, involving two totally different cars, but with similar family-friendly goals. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 353: 2024 Mazda CX-90 Hybrid, 2024 Toyota Prius AWD, 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 RWD</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/353</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 25 Feb 2024 01:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/d46a8a82-3099-43ac-82af-665dc9368428.mp3" length="34285612" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>This week the guys talk about every form of electrification on the market, starting with a review of the 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV, including how it performs on a road trip and any strange hiccups encountered during the test-drive. Then Sami tests out the award-winning 2024 Toyota Prius AWD, to find out what the hubbub is all about. Finally Benjamin chats with us about the cold-weather performance of the rear-wheel-drive 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5. Thanks for listening!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>47:37</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;The Unnamed Automotive Podcasts goes dipstick deep (eww, no) into electrification this week with a discussion of every kind of electric car available these days. First Benjamin talks about the 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV, and how the Japanese automaker adopts its new large three-row crossover to a (hopefully) more efficient model of transportation. Benjamin goes road tripping in his electron-enhanced Mazda, and finds a few hiccups that mar the overall experience.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Sami gets curious about all the award hype going on for the 2024 Toyota Prius AWD and checks it out himself. With more power, extroverted styling and a 'normal' looking cabin, the Toyota hybrid feels completely removed from the original example that came out nearly 25 years ago - but is it for the better?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Finally Benjamin takes the rear-wheel-drive 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 for a spin in the snow to see if the big battery and evenly distrubuted weight make for a confident drive in slippery conditions. Then he finds out a harsh truth about EVs in cold weather... Thanks for listening, and be sure to check in next week! &lt;/p&gt;
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  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>The Unnamed Automotive Podcasts goes dipstick deep (eww, no) into electrification this week with a discussion of every kind of electric car available these days. First Benjamin talks about the 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV, and how the Japanese automaker adopts its new large three-row crossover to a (hopefully) more efficient model of transportation. Benjamin goes road tripping in his electron-enhanced Mazda, and finds a few hiccups that mar the overall experience.</p>

<p>Then Sami gets curious about all the award hype going on for the 2024 Toyota Prius AWD and checks it out himself. With more power, extroverted styling and a 'normal' looking cabin, the Toyota hybrid feels completely removed from the original example that came out nearly 25 years ago - but is it for the better?</p>

<p>Finally Benjamin takes the rear-wheel-drive 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 for a spin in the snow to see if the big battery and evenly distrubuted weight make for a confident drive in slippery conditions. Then he finds out a harsh truth about EVs in cold weather... Thanks for listening, and be sure to check in next week!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Check Out Benjamin&#39;s New Comic Book On Kickstarter: Dead Air Issue #1-2" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.deadaircomic.com">Check Out Benjamin's New Comic Book On Kickstarter: Dead Air Issue #1-2
</a> &mdash; Dead Air Issue #1-2 is LIVE on Kickstarter!
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>The Unnamed Automotive Podcasts goes dipstick deep (eww, no) into electrification this week with a discussion of every kind of electric car available these days. First Benjamin talks about the 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV, and how the Japanese automaker adopts its new large three-row crossover to a (hopefully) more efficient model of transportation. Benjamin goes road tripping in his electron-enhanced Mazda, and finds a few hiccups that mar the overall experience.</p>

<p>Then Sami gets curious about all the award hype going on for the 2024 Toyota Prius AWD and checks it out himself. With more power, extroverted styling and a 'normal' looking cabin, the Toyota hybrid feels completely removed from the original example that came out nearly 25 years ago - but is it for the better?</p>

<p>Finally Benjamin takes the rear-wheel-drive 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 for a spin in the snow to see if the big battery and evenly distrubuted weight make for a confident drive in slippery conditions. Then he finds out a harsh truth about EVs in cold weather... Thanks for listening, and be sure to check in next week!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Check Out Benjamin&#39;s New Comic Book On Kickstarter: Dead Air Issue #1-2" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.deadaircomic.com">Check Out Benjamin's New Comic Book On Kickstarter: Dead Air Issue #1-2
</a> &mdash; Dead Air Issue #1-2 is LIVE on Kickstarter!
</li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 351: Guest Thomas Hundal, 2024 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid N-Line, 2024 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit, Honda Music Tour Cars</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/351</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 04 Feb 2024 01:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/537bd9a2-3751-4ba9-898a-bc1584b29251.mp3" length="36661083" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:subtitle>This week, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast welcomes guest Thomas Hundal from The Autopian to discuss a variety of cars and topics. The show starts with a review of the 2024 Hyundai Tucson N-Line Hybrid, before things shift to more enthusiast oriented talk of the 2024 Toyota GR Corolla. Finally the guys talk about the oft-forgotten Honda Civic Tour, which featured a number of uniquely modified Civic in honor of some of the hottest bands from the 2000s. Thanks for listening!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>50:54</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/5/537bd9a2-3751-4ba9-898a-bc1584b29251/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Our show starts with the 2024 Hyundai Tucson N-Line Hybrid, which looks cool and promises low fuel consumption, but Sami and Benjamin have a few contrasting thoughts about the design and effectiveness of that powertrain.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then the guys bring on Thomas Hundal from The Autopian to discuss his recent drive of the 2024 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition. While a $50k Corolla sounds like a crazy idea, Thomas has a few arguments in its favor, without going overboard praising Toyota as some kind of Enthusiast Haven. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Finally, Thomas shares the details on one of his latest published features, discussing the Honda Civic Tour, which saw the Japanese automaker splash fancy and unique graphics on a bunch of cars for the latest and greatest (at the time) bands. This list of participating bands include Maroon 5, The Black Eyed Peas, Panic! At The Disco and Blink-182 though some cars have the works, while others are barely changed. Thanks everyone for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Tucson, Hybrid, Toyota, GR Corolla, Honda Civic Tour, Thomas Hundal, car talk, truck talk, SUV talk, minivan talk, EV talk, electric vehicle talk, car podcast, truck podcast, SUV podcast, EV podcast, electric vehicle podcast, cars, trucks, SUVs, EVs, electiric vehicles, minivans, car, truck, automotive, automobile, minivan, EV, electric vehicle, SUV</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Our show starts with the 2024 Hyundai Tucson N-Line Hybrid, which looks cool and promises low fuel consumption, but Sami and Benjamin have a few contrasting thoughts about the design and effectiveness of that powertrain.</p>

<p>Then the guys bring on Thomas Hundal from The Autopian to discuss his recent drive of the 2024 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition. While a $50k Corolla sounds like a crazy idea, Thomas has a few arguments in its favor, without going overboard praising Toyota as some kind of Enthusiast Haven. </p>

<p>Finally, Thomas shares the details on one of his latest published features, discussing the Honda Civic Tour, which saw the Japanese automaker splash fancy and unique graphics on a bunch of cars for the latest and greatest (at the time) bands. This list of participating bands include Maroon 5, The Black Eyed Peas, Panic! At The Disco and Blink-182 though some cars have the works, while others are barely changed. Thanks everyone for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Check Out Benjamin&#39;s New Comic Book On Kickstarter: Dead Air Issue #1-2" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.deadaircomic.com">Check Out Benjamin's New Comic Book On Kickstarter: Dead Air Issue #1-2
</a> &mdash; Dead Air Issue #1-2 is LIVE on Kickstarter!
</li><li><a title="Ranking Honda’s Weird Band-Themed Civic Compacts From Cringe To Awesome" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.theautopian.com/ranking-hondas-weird-band-themed-civic-compacts-from-cringe-to-awesome/">Ranking Honda’s Weird Band-Themed Civic Compacts From Cringe To Awesome
</a> &mdash; For the better part of 20 years, the Honda Civic Tour intended to put cars kids like in front of music kids like. Some seriously big artists toured under this banner, and most of the time, each headlining artist got a Civic themed after them, which was usually given away in a contest.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Our show starts with the 2024 Hyundai Tucson N-Line Hybrid, which looks cool and promises low fuel consumption, but Sami and Benjamin have a few contrasting thoughts about the design and effectiveness of that powertrain.</p>

<p>Then the guys bring on Thomas Hundal from The Autopian to discuss his recent drive of the 2024 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition. While a $50k Corolla sounds like a crazy idea, Thomas has a few arguments in its favor, without going overboard praising Toyota as some kind of Enthusiast Haven. </p>

<p>Finally, Thomas shares the details on one of his latest published features, discussing the Honda Civic Tour, which saw the Japanese automaker splash fancy and unique graphics on a bunch of cars for the latest and greatest (at the time) bands. This list of participating bands include Maroon 5, The Black Eyed Peas, Panic! At The Disco and Blink-182 though some cars have the works, while others are barely changed. Thanks everyone for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Check Out Benjamin&#39;s New Comic Book On Kickstarter: Dead Air Issue #1-2" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.deadaircomic.com">Check Out Benjamin's New Comic Book On Kickstarter: Dead Air Issue #1-2
</a> &mdash; Dead Air Issue #1-2 is LIVE on Kickstarter!
</li><li><a title="Ranking Honda’s Weird Band-Themed Civic Compacts From Cringe To Awesome" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.theautopian.com/ranking-hondas-weird-band-themed-civic-compacts-from-cringe-to-awesome/">Ranking Honda’s Weird Band-Themed Civic Compacts From Cringe To Awesome
</a> &mdash; For the better part of 20 years, the Honda Civic Tour intended to put cars kids like in front of music kids like. Some seriously big artists toured under this banner, and most of the time, each headlining artist got a Civic themed after them, which was usually given away in a contest.
</li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 343: 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4MATIC SUV, 2024 Subaru Crosstrek</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/343</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 03 Dec 2023 01:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/40c987c1-2248-4299-962f-2c168a2ca97a.mp3" length="33255552" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>This week on the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, you may stumble upon some real consumer advice. Consider yourself warned, as Benjamin reviews the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4Matic SUV, and comes away with many concerning thoughts about the German brand's electrification strategy. Then Sami compares the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and the 2024 Hyundai Kona, helping listeners pick out their ideal subcompact crossover. Thanks for listening!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>46:11</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/4/40c987c1-2248-4299-962f-2c168a2ca97a/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;As Spotify Wrapped comes flying into your inboxes, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast can hold off no longer with this weeks episode. The "No Procastination Special" shows up with roughly 40 minutes of focused car-talk, all centering around two (or maybe three) vehicles. Hey, if you listen carefully you may find real consumer advice here...&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;First up Benjamin has plenty to say about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4Matic SUV. Despite its wacky name, this all-electric SUV should be a highlight in the world of luxury EVs, but there are a few factors that stand in its way, including its price, performance and technology. It all has our hosts asking: "How much is that three-pointed star badge really worth?"   &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Sami chimes in with his experience in the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Sport, and compares it to the recently reviewed 2024 Hyundai Kona. To make things extra-thorough, Benjamin discusses his time in the 2024 Crosstrek base model, and the two come to many of the same conclusions, which, given the long history of this podcast, is very rare. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Thanks for listening and be sure to drop us a note on our website or socials! And if you can, please donate to help fellow auto journalist Jason Torchinsky with the unexpected medical costs he and his family are now facing. Link below! &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Mercedes-Benz, EQE, EQE SUV, Subaru, Crosstrek, Hyundai, Kona, car talk, truck talk, SUV talk, minivan talk, EV talk, electric vehicle talk, car podcast, truck podcast, SUV podcast, EV podcast, electric vehicle podcast, cars, trucks, SUVs, EVs, electiric vehicles, minivans, car, truck, automotive, automobile, minivan, EV, electric vehicle, SUV</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>As Spotify Wrapped comes flying into your inboxes, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast can hold off no longer with this weeks episode. The "No Procastination Special" shows up with roughly 40 minutes of focused car-talk, all centering around two (or maybe three) vehicles. Hey, if you listen carefully you may find real consumer advice here...</p>

<p>First up Benjamin has plenty to say about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4Matic SUV. Despite its wacky name, this all-electric SUV should be a highlight in the world of luxury EVs, but there are a few factors that stand in its way, including its price, performance and technology. It all has our hosts asking: "How much is that three-pointed star badge really worth?"   </p>

<p>Then Sami chimes in with his experience in the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Sport, and compares it to the recently reviewed 2024 Hyundai Kona. To make things extra-thorough, Benjamin discusses his time in the 2024 Crosstrek base model, and the two come to many of the same conclusions, which, given the long history of this podcast, is very rare. </p>

<p>Thanks for listening and be sure to drop us a note on our website or socials! And if you can, please donate to help fellow auto journalist Jason Torchinsky with the unexpected medical costs he and his family are now facing. Link below!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Jason Torchinsky Medical Expenses GoFundMe" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/37idu2g2rc?utm_campaign=m_pd+share-sheet&amp;utm_medium=copy_link_all&amp;utm_source=customer">Jason Torchinsky Medical Expenses GoFundMe
</a> &mdash; Fellow auto journalist Jason Torchinsky's GoFundMe campaign to cover unexpected emergency medical expenses.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>As Spotify Wrapped comes flying into your inboxes, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast can hold off no longer with this weeks episode. The "No Procastination Special" shows up with roughly 40 minutes of focused car-talk, all centering around two (or maybe three) vehicles. Hey, if you listen carefully you may find real consumer advice here...</p>

<p>First up Benjamin has plenty to say about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4Matic SUV. Despite its wacky name, this all-electric SUV should be a highlight in the world of luxury EVs, but there are a few factors that stand in its way, including its price, performance and technology. It all has our hosts asking: "How much is that three-pointed star badge really worth?"   </p>

<p>Then Sami chimes in with his experience in the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Sport, and compares it to the recently reviewed 2024 Hyundai Kona. To make things extra-thorough, Benjamin discusses his time in the 2024 Crosstrek base model, and the two come to many of the same conclusions, which, given the long history of this podcast, is very rare. </p>

<p>Thanks for listening and be sure to drop us a note on our website or socials! And if you can, please donate to help fellow auto journalist Jason Torchinsky with the unexpected medical costs he and his family are now facing. Link below!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Jason Torchinsky Medical Expenses GoFundMe" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/37idu2g2rc?utm_campaign=m_pd+share-sheet&amp;utm_medium=copy_link_all&amp;utm_source=customer">Jason Torchinsky Medical Expenses GoFundMe
</a> &mdash; Fellow auto journalist Jason Torchinsky's GoFundMe campaign to cover unexpected emergency medical expenses.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>Episode 342: 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 2024 Hyundai Kona N-Line, Listener Questions</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/342</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 26 Nov 2023 01:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>This week the guys talk about the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and the 2024 Hyundai Kona N-Line. Both feature lots of changes and our hosts are eager to share their stories from their test drives. They also answer an EV question from a listener.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>45:16</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/0/0b77d22c-236b-4f09-bdfa-71df2b74729e/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Benjamin and Sami jump into action this week to discuss two polar opposites in the automotive industry. First up Benjamin tests the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD. This big bruiser of a pickup truck has a price that needs hauling, but is the equipment and experience worth it? Benjamin has plenty of stories from his time with the heavy duty truck as well as an important conclusion about these big ole pickups. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Sami tests out the 2024 Hyundai Kona N-Line which has undergone a complete transformation for this year. Gone are the awkward lines and lame interiors and in their place is a sleek, high tech look with plenty of features. The old Kona was already one of the best in the segment, will these changes push it over the top?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The guys wrap things up with an answer to a listener question about EVs before signing off for the week. Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Chevrolet, Silverado, HD, Silverado HD, Silverado 2500, Hyundai, Kona, N-Line. car talk, truck talk, SUV talk, minivan talk, EV talk, electric vehicle talk, car podcast, truck podcast, SUV podcast, EV podcast, electric vehicle podcast, cars, trucks, SUVs, EVs, electiric vehicles, minivans, car, truck, automotive, automobile, minivan, EV, electric vehicle, SUV</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin and Sami jump into action this week to discuss two polar opposites in the automotive industry. First up Benjamin tests the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD. This big bruiser of a pickup truck has a price that needs hauling, but is the equipment and experience worth it? Benjamin has plenty of stories from his time with the heavy duty truck as well as an important conclusion about these big ole pickups. </p>

<p>Then Sami tests out the 2024 Hyundai Kona N-Line which has undergone a complete transformation for this year. Gone are the awkward lines and lame interiors and in their place is a sleek, high tech look with plenty of features. The old Kona was already one of the best in the segment, will these changes push it over the top?</p>

<p>The guys wrap things up with an answer to a listener question about EVs before signing off for the week. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin and Sami jump into action this week to discuss two polar opposites in the automotive industry. First up Benjamin tests the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD. This big bruiser of a pickup truck has a price that needs hauling, but is the equipment and experience worth it? Benjamin has plenty of stories from his time with the heavy duty truck as well as an important conclusion about these big ole pickups. </p>

<p>Then Sami tests out the 2024 Hyundai Kona N-Line which has undergone a complete transformation for this year. Gone are the awkward lines and lame interiors and in their place is a sleek, high tech look with plenty of features. The old Kona was already one of the best in the segment, will these changes push it over the top?</p>

<p>The guys wrap things up with an answer to a listener question about EVs before signing off for the week. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 326: 2023 Toyota BZ4X, The Weird 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Redesign</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/326</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/20d43178-5172-4e7c-83b3-012d181f1dee.mp3" length="30073211" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Benjamin describes his time in the 2023 Toyota bZ4X, which isn't a compliance car, but sometimes feels like one thanks to all of its compromises and bizarre design decisions. Then the guys have a frank discussion based on the reveal of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. Thanks for listening!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>41:46</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/2/20d43178-5172-4e7c-83b3-012d181f1dee/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Boring, uninspired, mediocre are words you wouldn't use to describe the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, but perhaps they're sprinked throughout this week's discussions as Benjamin dishes about his time with the 2023 Toyota bZ4X. Toyotas first mainstream all electic vehicle, the 'beezforks' (shout-out to Abigail Bassett) represents a whole new space for the Japanese automaker, but it seems like there are many things holding the car back from truly succeeding. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then the guys talk about derivative automotive design following the reveal of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe, which packs a boxy portfolio, a rugged face and a blank rear end. Is the era of unique looking Hyundais a thing of the past? Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Toyota, BZ4X, Hyundai, Santa Fe, EV, SUV, trucks, cars, automotive, podcast</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Boring, uninspired, mediocre are words you wouldn't use to describe the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, but perhaps they're sprinked throughout this week's discussions as Benjamin dishes about his time with the 2023 Toyota bZ4X. Toyotas first mainstream all electic vehicle, the 'beezforks' (shout-out to Abigail Bassett) represents a whole new space for the Japanese automaker, but it seems like there are many things holding the car back from truly succeeding. </p>

<p>Then the guys talk about derivative automotive design following the reveal of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe, which packs a boxy portfolio, a rugged face and a blank rear end. Is the era of unique looking Hyundais a thing of the past? Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Boring, uninspired, mediocre are words you wouldn't use to describe the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, but perhaps they're sprinked throughout this week's discussions as Benjamin dishes about his time with the 2023 Toyota bZ4X. Toyotas first mainstream all electic vehicle, the 'beezforks' (shout-out to Abigail Bassett) represents a whole new space for the Japanese automaker, but it seems like there are many things holding the car back from truly succeeding. </p>

<p>Then the guys talk about derivative automotive design following the reveal of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe, which packs a boxy portfolio, a rugged face and a blank rear end. Is the era of unique looking Hyundais a thing of the past? Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>Episode 323: 2024 Audi RS6 Avant Performance + RS7 Sportback Performance, 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/323</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/fc566c96-b2ef-4248-95ed-51cedfc89eec.mp3" length="30018354" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>The guys deviate from the usual crossover conversation and talk about some interesting wagons, sportbacks and sedans in this weeks episode. First Sami jumps into the 621 horsepower 2024 Audi RS6 Avant Performance and RS7 Sportback Performance models. They're much more than just a powertrain, as Sami outlines early in the episode. Then Benjamin talks about his time in the 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6, a sedan-ified version of the IONIQ 5. Does the new body style feature any other upgrades? Hear Benjamin's take on this new strategy from the Korean automaker.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>41:41</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/f/fc566c96-b2ef-4248-95ed-51cedfc89eec/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;The automotive world doesn't revolve solely around crossovers, as the Unnamed Automotive Podcast dives into the world of NEW sedans, wagons and sportbacks in this episode. First Sami drives the amped up 2024 Audi RS6 Avant Performance and Audi RS7 Sportback Performance models. Featuring more power, more grip, better handling and a fancier cabin, these expensive luxury cars seem to be the total package, so long as you ignore the price that can net you multiple cars for the sum of one new Audi.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Benjamin chimes in with his experience in the unique looking 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6 sedan. Featuring the same running gear as the popular IONIQ 5, the 6 has a completely different profile, catering more to sedan-savvy shoppers than the crossover-crazed consumers. Does this new look offer any more benefits over the 5?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;If you liked this weeks episode, don't forget to subscribe so you can get every new episode as soon as they drop! Or consider heading to our Ko-Fi page to tip your podcast hosts. Thanks for listening!  &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Audi, RS6, Avant, RS7, Hyundai, Ioniq 6, EV, car talk, truck talk, SUV talk, EV talk, cars, trucks, EVs, electric vehicles, SUVs</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>The automotive world doesn't revolve solely around crossovers, as the Unnamed Automotive Podcast dives into the world of NEW sedans, wagons and sportbacks in this episode. First Sami drives the amped up 2024 Audi RS6 Avant Performance and Audi RS7 Sportback Performance models. Featuring more power, more grip, better handling and a fancier cabin, these expensive luxury cars seem to be the total package, so long as you ignore the price that can net you multiple cars for the sum of one new Audi.</p>

<p>Then Benjamin chimes in with his experience in the unique looking 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6 sedan. Featuring the same running gear as the popular IONIQ 5, the 6 has a completely different profile, catering more to sedan-savvy shoppers than the crossover-crazed consumers. Does this new look offer any more benefits over the 5?</p>

<p>If you liked this weeks episode, don't forget to subscribe so you can get every new episode as soon as they drop! Or consider heading to our Ko-Fi page to tip your podcast hosts. Thanks for listening! </p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>The automotive world doesn't revolve solely around crossovers, as the Unnamed Automotive Podcast dives into the world of NEW sedans, wagons and sportbacks in this episode. First Sami drives the amped up 2024 Audi RS6 Avant Performance and Audi RS7 Sportback Performance models. Featuring more power, more grip, better handling and a fancier cabin, these expensive luxury cars seem to be the total package, so long as you ignore the price that can net you multiple cars for the sum of one new Audi.</p>

<p>Then Benjamin chimes in with his experience in the unique looking 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6 sedan. Featuring the same running gear as the popular IONIQ 5, the 6 has a completely different profile, catering more to sedan-savvy shoppers than the crossover-crazed consumers. Does this new look offer any more benefits over the 5?</p>

<p>If you liked this weeks episode, don't forget to subscribe so you can get every new episode as soon as they drop! Or consider heading to our Ko-Fi page to tip your podcast hosts. Thanks for listening! </p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>Episode 316: Guest Host Chad Kirchner, 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6, How Realistic Is The All-EV Future</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/316</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 07 May 2023 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/fd12b7d7-f87e-4fc6-b0f1-a252fbe5f58c.mp3" length="44370550" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>This week guest host Chad Kirchner fills Sami's surprisingly wide shoes to bring his perspective not just on the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6, but also weight in on just how realistic an all-EV future actually is, and what it will really mean for most drivers—and whether it really means the end of gas-powered autos.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:01:37</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/f/fd12b7d7-f87e-4fc6-b0f1-a252fbe5f58c/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;What's waiting for drivers 10 years down the road as the automotive market increasingly leans into EVs? Guest host Chad Kirchner is here to provide his expert opinion of what the all-EV future really means for most drivers, and to reassure enthusiasts that gas-powered vehicles aren't going anywhere anytime soon. He also gives us the scoop on the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Ioniq 6, EV, cars, trucks, SUVs, EVs, electric vehicles, future of EVs</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>What's waiting for drivers 10 years down the road as the automotive market increasingly leans into EVs? Guest host Chad Kirchner is here to provide his expert opinion of what the all-EV future really means for most drivers, and to reassure enthusiasts that gas-powered vehicles aren't going anywhere anytime soon. He also gives us the scoop on the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Check Out EV Pulse" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.evpulse.com/">Check Out EV Pulse
</a></li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>What's waiting for drivers 10 years down the road as the automotive market increasingly leans into EVs? Guest host Chad Kirchner is here to provide his expert opinion of what the all-EV future really means for most drivers, and to reassure enthusiasts that gas-powered vehicles aren't going anywhere anytime soon. He also gives us the scoop on the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Check Out EV Pulse" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.evpulse.com/">Check Out EV Pulse
</a></li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 309: 2023 Hyundai Palisade, 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/309</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/d45c78c2-9027-478d-8a91-8b0e492a4441.mp3" length="32123301" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Our hosts are taking a spin in some updated and exciting new cars this week, starting with Benjamin and the 2023 Hyundai Palisade. Updated with a new look but little else, we talk about whether the Palisade is still a critical success and if its rivals are getting close to stealing its spotlight. Then Sami jumps into the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT, with its 480 hp and 634 lb-ft of torque to scream some about some performance cliches while wondering if the Mach-E is worth its lofty price tag. 

Be sure to visit the website to comment, and subscribe! Thanks for listening!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>44:36</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/d/d45c78c2-9027-478d-8a91-8b0e492a4441/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;When you've got over 300 episodes under your belt, you get the chance to see how things have changed in the industry, and this week at the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, the guys are applying a bit of hindsight to the cars they've been testing. First up Benjamin grabs the keys to the new 2023 Hyundai Palisade, and wonders if the industry has caught up to the standard set by the three-row back when it launched in 2019. Or is Hyundai just sitting back and waiting for its rivals to arrive? While discussing the latest updates to the crossover, Sami and Benjamin also reminisce about what the world was like when the SUV first dropped,  whether things are any better in this segment, and shout out a few ideas about what automakers are following in Hyundai's footprints.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Sami brings up the high-performance 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT. Having driven multiple EVs and even the standard Mach-E, the guys talk about whether the GT is special at all, and what it can do, if anything, that others can't. With so many EVs on the market boasting impressive straight-line speed, can the Mach-E still justify its $60k pricetag even with its lacking interior and frustrating user interface?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Be sure to check out the website and don't hesitate to contact our hosts if you have any questions or comments! Thanks for listening &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Palisade, Ford, Mustang Mach-E,  car talk, truck talk, SUV talk, EV talk, car podcast, truck podcast, SUV podcast, EV podcast</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>When you've got over 300 episodes under your belt, you get the chance to see how things have changed in the industry, and this week at the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, the guys are applying a bit of hindsight to the cars they've been testing. First up Benjamin grabs the keys to the new 2023 Hyundai Palisade, and wonders if the industry has caught up to the standard set by the three-row back when it launched in 2019. Or is Hyundai just sitting back and waiting for its rivals to arrive? While discussing the latest updates to the crossover, Sami and Benjamin also reminisce about what the world was like when the SUV first dropped,  whether things are any better in this segment, and shout out a few ideas about what automakers are following in Hyundai's footprints.</p>

<p>Then Sami brings up the high-performance 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT. Having driven multiple EVs and even the standard Mach-E, the guys talk about whether the GT is special at all, and what it can do, if anything, that others can't. With so many EVs on the market boasting impressive straight-line speed, can the Mach-E still justify its $60k pricetag even with its lacking interior and frustrating user interface?</p>

<p>Be sure to check out the website and don't hesitate to contact our hosts if you have any questions or comments! Thanks for listening</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>When you've got over 300 episodes under your belt, you get the chance to see how things have changed in the industry, and this week at the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, the guys are applying a bit of hindsight to the cars they've been testing. First up Benjamin grabs the keys to the new 2023 Hyundai Palisade, and wonders if the industry has caught up to the standard set by the three-row back when it launched in 2019. Or is Hyundai just sitting back and waiting for its rivals to arrive? While discussing the latest updates to the crossover, Sami and Benjamin also reminisce about what the world was like when the SUV first dropped,  whether things are any better in this segment, and shout out a few ideas about what automakers are following in Hyundai's footprints.</p>

<p>Then Sami brings up the high-performance 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT. Having driven multiple EVs and even the standard Mach-E, the guys talk about whether the GT is special at all, and what it can do, if anything, that others can't. With so many EVs on the market boasting impressive straight-line speed, can the Mach-E still justify its $60k pricetag even with its lacking interior and frustrating user interface?</p>

<p>Be sure to check out the website and don't hesitate to contact our hosts if you have any questions or comments! Thanks for listening</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>Episode 296: LA Auto Show Round-Up, 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar, 2023 Subaru Impreza, 2023 Fiat 500 EV, 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6, 2023 Toyota Prius</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/296</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 27 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/9157b8ea-6e39-4f29-bf79-bbba08397530.mp3" length="21885390" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>This week the guys dive into the latest cars that debuted at the 2022 LA Auto Show, including the Porsche 911 Dakar, Toyota Prius, Fiat 500e, Hyundai IONIQ 6 and the Subaru Impreza. All that new car stuff means there's lots of laughs and questions, not to mention spicy hot-takes.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>30:23</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/9/9157b8ea-6e39-4f29-bf79-bbba08397530/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;It's not common, but every once in a while, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast delivers a ton of new car information. Wait, isn't that what they do every episode? This week our hosts run down all the cool new arrivals from the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show, including the off-road oriented 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar, the stylish new 2023 Toyota Prius, the EV-only Fiat 500e, the all new, and weird looking 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6, and the hatchback-only new 2023 Subaru Impreza. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Lots of fun talk about the latest and greatest cars, including fun stories, retrospectives and hot takes. Subscribe and listen! &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Porsche, 911, Dakar, Toyota, Prius, Fiat, 500, Hyundai, Ioniq 6, Subaru, Impreza, LA Auto Show, car podcast, truck podcast, EV podcast, SUV podcast, car talk, truck talk, SUV talk, EV talk, comedy</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>It's not common, but every once in a while, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast delivers a ton of new car information. Wait, isn't that what they do every episode? This week our hosts run down all the cool new arrivals from the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show, including the off-road oriented 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar, the stylish new 2023 Toyota Prius, the EV-only Fiat 500e, the all new, and weird looking 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6, and the hatchback-only new 2023 Subaru Impreza. </p>

<p>Lots of fun talk about the latest and greatest cars, including fun stories, retrospectives and hot takes. Subscribe and listen!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>It's not common, but every once in a while, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast delivers a ton of new car information. Wait, isn't that what they do every episode? This week our hosts run down all the cool new arrivals from the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show, including the off-road oriented 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar, the stylish new 2023 Toyota Prius, the EV-only Fiat 500e, the all new, and weird looking 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6, and the hatchback-only new 2023 Subaru Impreza. </p>

<p>Lots of fun talk about the latest and greatest cars, including fun stories, retrospectives and hot takes. Subscribe and listen!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>Episode 289: Kia Boyz Part 2, Massive News Round-Up, Ford Explorer Hybrid Complaints</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/289</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/cab0e55a-c9cf-4fc5-9944-e72f9afb262f.mp3" length="32028633" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>44:28</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/c/cab0e55a-c9cf-4fc5-9944-e72f9afb262f/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Get up to speed with Unnamed Automotive Podcast this week, which dives into a number of new automotive stories. First our hosts explain the Kia Boyz,  their TikTok fuelled social media thefts, and Hyundai/Kia's half-assed response to the vulnerability left in a large number of their cars. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then the guys discuss a news piece about an unlucky Hyundai Elantra N owner, whose car was deregistered for having an excessively loud exhaust setup... except that setup was totally stock. Then Sami brings up the new Corvette Z06, as well as the new Audi R8 GT, before seguing into a discussion about the Audi TT, which is celebrating its 25th birthday with a special TT RS Iconic Edition. Finally, Ben shares a quick review of the 2022 Ford Explorer Hybrid, and his wishy-washy feelings on this large SUV. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Don't hesitate to reach out to our hosts on social media, or on our website unnamedautomotivepodcast.com, and be sure to check in next week. Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Kia Boyz, Kia, Hyundai, Elantra, Chevrolet, Corvette Z06, Audi, TT, Ford, Explorer Hybrid, car talk, truck talk, SUV talk, EV talk, car podcast, truck podcast, SUV podcast, EV podcast</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Get up to speed with Unnamed Automotive Podcast this week, which dives into a number of new automotive stories. First our hosts explain the Kia Boyz,  their TikTok fuelled social media thefts, and Hyundai/Kia's half-assed response to the vulnerability left in a large number of their cars. </p>

<p>Then the guys discuss a news piece about an unlucky Hyundai Elantra N owner, whose car was deregistered for having an excessively loud exhaust setup... except that setup was totally stock. Then Sami brings up the new Corvette Z06, as well as the new Audi R8 GT, before seguing into a discussion about the Audi TT, which is celebrating its 25th birthday with a special TT RS Iconic Edition. Finally, Ben shares a quick review of the 2022 Ford Explorer Hybrid, and his wishy-washy feelings on this large SUV. </p>

<p>Don't hesitate to reach out to our hosts on social media, or on our website unnamedautomotivepodcast.com, and be sure to check in next week. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Get up to speed with Unnamed Automotive Podcast this week, which dives into a number of new automotive stories. First our hosts explain the Kia Boyz,  their TikTok fuelled social media thefts, and Hyundai/Kia's half-assed response to the vulnerability left in a large number of their cars. </p>

<p>Then the guys discuss a news piece about an unlucky Hyundai Elantra N owner, whose car was deregistered for having an excessively loud exhaust setup... except that setup was totally stock. Then Sami brings up the new Corvette Z06, as well as the new Audi R8 GT, before seguing into a discussion about the Audi TT, which is celebrating its 25th birthday with a special TT RS Iconic Edition. Finally, Ben shares a quick review of the 2022 Ford Explorer Hybrid, and his wishy-washy feelings on this large SUV. </p>

<p>Don't hesitate to reach out to our hosts on social media, or on our website unnamedautomotivepodcast.com, and be sure to check in next week. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>Episode 285: 2022 Hyundai Kona N, Sami's RWD Mazda SUV Adventure, Grand Wagoner Towing Disaster</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/285</link>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2022 18:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/dcaa0d7b-6e32-470a-baa2-7e67b759d4d7.mp3" length="34877756" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>48:26</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/d/dcaa0d7b-6e32-470a-baa2-7e67b759d4d7/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Whoa now, are you looking for more automotive shenanigans and blabber? Then you came to the right place, as Sami and Benjamin are eager to share their thoughts on the latest happenings in the automotive industry. First Benjamin talks about the 2022 Hyundai Kona N, a high-performance, yet front-wheel-drive crossover that may have spelled doom for the first Hyunda N product. Hear how a capital-E enthusiast like Ben feels about a FWD, automatic-only performance car, and then take a trip back in time with him to when weird spicy crossovers were all the rage.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then flyboy Sami talks about his bizarre mission from Europe, where he tested out the not-for-America 2023 Mazda CX-60. The CX-60 features the same platform and powertrain of the upcoming CX-90, just in a smaller package, so now Sami and you, our odeal listener, have an idea of what's going on behind the doors at Mazda. It's easy to forget that this automaker worked on such wild ideas as the compression ignition engine, rotary engine and DEF-less diesel engine, so what can go wrong with another weird change of pace? Benjamin also provides an interesting update on his Grand Wagoneer, and explains why he won't be towing with it anytime soon.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;For more fun stuff like this weeks episode, head on over to unnamedautomotivepodcast.com, or engage with our guys (@huntingbenjamin and @Sami_HA) on your favorite social media platform." &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Kona, N, Kona N, Mazda, CX-60, CX-90, CX-70, Grand Wagoneer, Datsun, car talk, truck talk, SUV talk, EV talk, car podcast, truck podcast, SUV podcast, EV podcast</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Whoa now, are you looking for more automotive shenanigans and blabber? Then you came to the right place, as Sami and Benjamin are eager to share their thoughts on the latest happenings in the automotive industry. First Benjamin talks about the 2022 Hyundai Kona N, a high-performance, yet front-wheel-drive crossover that may have spelled doom for the first Hyunda N product. Hear how a capital-E enthusiast like Ben feels about a FWD, automatic-only performance car, and then take a trip back in time with him to when weird spicy crossovers were all the rage.</p>

<p>Then flyboy Sami talks about his bizarre mission from Europe, where he tested out the not-for-America 2023 Mazda CX-60. The CX-60 features the same platform and powertrain of the upcoming CX-90, just in a smaller package, so now Sami and you, our odeal listener, have an idea of what's going on behind the doors at Mazda. It's easy to forget that this automaker worked on such wild ideas as the compression ignition engine, rotary engine and DEF-less diesel engine, so what can go wrong with another weird change of pace? Benjamin also provides an interesting update on his Grand Wagoneer, and explains why he won't be towing with it anytime soon.</p>

<p>For more fun stuff like this weeks episode, head on over to unnamedautomotivepodcast.com, or engage with our guys (@huntingbenjamin and @Sami_HA) on your favorite social media platform."</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Whoa now, are you looking for more automotive shenanigans and blabber? Then you came to the right place, as Sami and Benjamin are eager to share their thoughts on the latest happenings in the automotive industry. First Benjamin talks about the 2022 Hyundai Kona N, a high-performance, yet front-wheel-drive crossover that may have spelled doom for the first Hyunda N product. Hear how a capital-E enthusiast like Ben feels about a FWD, automatic-only performance car, and then take a trip back in time with him to when weird spicy crossovers were all the rage.</p>

<p>Then flyboy Sami talks about his bizarre mission from Europe, where he tested out the not-for-America 2023 Mazda CX-60. The CX-60 features the same platform and powertrain of the upcoming CX-90, just in a smaller package, so now Sami and you, our odeal listener, have an idea of what's going on behind the doors at Mazda. It's easy to forget that this automaker worked on such wild ideas as the compression ignition engine, rotary engine and DEF-less diesel engine, so what can go wrong with another weird change of pace? Benjamin also provides an interesting update on his Grand Wagoneer, and explains why he won't be towing with it anytime soon.</p>

<p>For more fun stuff like this weeks episode, head on over to unnamedautomotivepodcast.com, or engage with our guys (@huntingbenjamin and @Sami_HA) on your favorite social media platform."</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 284: 2022 Hyundai Elantra N, 2022 Genesis GV60</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/284</link>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 19:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/a76b7d72-c5c3-4801-aea2-29166bc30360.mp3" length="19089766" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>39:46</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/a/a76b7d72-c5c3-4801-aea2-29166bc30360/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Benjamin revs up the episode with his review of the 2022 Hyundai Elantra N, a high-performance compact sedan that seems to be running away with all the attention in its class. Featuring a turbo, spoilers, sticky tires, and beefy brakes, Ben dives into the nitty gritty of the Elantra and the N-brand's history. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Sami brings his unique brand of energy into the podcast when describing the 2023 Genesis GV60, an all-electric crossover based on the same bones as the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Kia EV6. While Sami sounds impressed with the performance and pricing of the GV60, he seems confused about all the weird tech and gimmicks in the car. Usually a techie, he can't figure out the value added by features like Boost and Drift Mode, or biometric face and fingerprint scanning. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Listen, subscribe and enjoy! &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Elantra, N, Elantra N, Genesis, GV60, EV, car talk, truck talk, SUV talk, EV talk, car podcast, truck podcast, EV podcast</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin revs up the episode with his review of the 2022 Hyundai Elantra N, a high-performance compact sedan that seems to be running away with all the attention in its class. Featuring a turbo, spoilers, sticky tires, and beefy brakes, Ben dives into the nitty gritty of the Elantra and the N-brand's history. </p>

<p>Then Sami brings his unique brand of energy into the podcast when describing the 2023 Genesis GV60, an all-electric crossover based on the same bones as the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Kia EV6. While Sami sounds impressed with the performance and pricing of the GV60, he seems confused about all the weird tech and gimmicks in the car. Usually a techie, he can't figure out the value added by features like Boost and Drift Mode, or biometric face and fingerprint scanning. </p>

<p>Listen, subscribe and enjoy!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Review: The 2022 Hyundai Kona N Compact Performance SUV Baits the BMW X2 And Mercedes-AMG GLB" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.drivingline.com/articles/review-the-2022-hyundai-kona-n-compact-performance-suv-baits-bmw-and-mercedes-amg/">Review: The 2022 Hyundai Kona N Compact Performance SUV Baits the BMW X2 And Mercedes-AMG GLB
</a> &mdash; The 2022 Hyundai Kona N is seemingly in-step with the current SUV zeitgeist.
</li><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin revs up the episode with his review of the 2022 Hyundai Elantra N, a high-performance compact sedan that seems to be running away with all the attention in its class. Featuring a turbo, spoilers, sticky tires, and beefy brakes, Ben dives into the nitty gritty of the Elantra and the N-brand's history. </p>

<p>Then Sami brings his unique brand of energy into the podcast when describing the 2023 Genesis GV60, an all-electric crossover based on the same bones as the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Kia EV6. While Sami sounds impressed with the performance and pricing of the GV60, he seems confused about all the weird tech and gimmicks in the car. Usually a techie, he can't figure out the value added by features like Boost and Drift Mode, or biometric face and fingerprint scanning. </p>

<p>Listen, subscribe and enjoy!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Review: The 2022 Hyundai Kona N Compact Performance SUV Baits the BMW X2 And Mercedes-AMG GLB" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.drivingline.com/articles/review-the-2022-hyundai-kona-n-compact-performance-suv-baits-bmw-and-mercedes-amg/">Review: The 2022 Hyundai Kona N Compact Performance SUV Baits the BMW X2 And Mercedes-AMG GLB
</a> &mdash; The 2022 Hyundai Kona N is seemingly in-step with the current SUV zeitgeist.
</li><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
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  <title>Episode 272: 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5, 2022 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, News Round-Up, Datsun Woes</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/272</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 22 May 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/a317e916-5e0e-4197-b8e0-a6b06ef40777.mp3" length="18377354" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>38:17</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/a/a317e916-5e0e-4197-b8e0-a6b06ef40777/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Benjamin talks about his first impressions of the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5, the Korean automaker's mainstream EV which rides on an entirely EV-oriented platform. He discusses the vehicle's unique and approachable styling, the range and charging performance and touches on the driver assistance features before delivering his verdict on whether this is an EV worth checking out. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Sami finds himself in the driver's seat of a 2022 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, an SUV that used to look stylish, modern and fresh, but is now feeling a bit unrefined and out of sorts following the latest updates elsewhere in the Range Rover lineup. Hear his thoughts on the dizzying technology within the Velar, the start-stop system and the luxurious appointments of the cabin, before sharing his fears of being carjacked. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Finally, Sami and Benjamin discuss the latest news in the industry, including the reports of a new Thunderbird, a huge 8-seater Land Rover Defender and a funny looking rally Juke. Listen to it all and don't forget to subscribe if you haven't yet. Or leave us a review! &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Ioniq 5, EV, Land Rover, Velar, Range Rover, Thunderbird, Defender, Datsun, car talk, truck talk, SUV talk, EV talk, car podcast, truck podcast, SUV podcast, EV podcast</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin talks about his first impressions of the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5, the Korean automaker's mainstream EV which rides on an entirely EV-oriented platform. He discusses the vehicle's unique and approachable styling, the range and charging performance and touches on the driver assistance features before delivering his verdict on whether this is an EV worth checking out. </p>

<p>Then Sami finds himself in the driver's seat of a 2022 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, an SUV that used to look stylish, modern and fresh, but is now feeling a bit unrefined and out of sorts following the latest updates elsewhere in the Range Rover lineup. Hear his thoughts on the dizzying technology within the Velar, the start-stop system and the luxurious appointments of the cabin, before sharing his fears of being carjacked. </p>

<p>Finally, Sami and Benjamin discuss the latest news in the industry, including the reports of a new Thunderbird, a huge 8-seater Land Rover Defender and a funny looking rally Juke. Listen to it all and don't forget to subscribe if you haven't yet. Or leave us a review!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin talks about his first impressions of the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5, the Korean automaker's mainstream EV which rides on an entirely EV-oriented platform. He discusses the vehicle's unique and approachable styling, the range and charging performance and touches on the driver assistance features before delivering his verdict on whether this is an EV worth checking out. </p>

<p>Then Sami finds himself in the driver's seat of a 2022 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, an SUV that used to look stylish, modern and fresh, but is now feeling a bit unrefined and out of sorts following the latest updates elsewhere in the Range Rover lineup. Hear his thoughts on the dizzying technology within the Velar, the start-stop system and the luxurious appointments of the cabin, before sharing his fears of being carjacked. </p>

<p>Finally, Sami and Benjamin discuss the latest news in the industry, including the reports of a new Thunderbird, a huge 8-seater Land Rover Defender and a funny looking rally Juke. Listen to it all and don't forget to subscribe if you haven't yet. Or leave us a review!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>Episode 264: 2022 Ford Maverick 2.0T AWD, 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/264</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 13 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/38cf165e-dec2-4e61-a53d-0110438e0aa8.mp3" length="42493808" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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?

Once you listen through, don't forget to subscribe, review, contact us, or even send us a tip through Ko-Fi!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>44:15</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/3/38cf165e-dec2-4e61-a53d-0110438e0aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Its another twisty-turvy episode of the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, so buckle in and get ready! First Benjamin describes how he wasn't on the hype-train for the new 2022 Ford Maverick compact pickup truck. After hearing tons of other journalists, and even Sami talk it up a pedestal, Benjamin still had to try it for himself. Given his love for the Hyundai Santa Cruze, could the Maverick ever measure up? Also what did he put in the small cubbie on the dash? Find out his thoughts on where the Maverick fits in the wide automotive landscape, and whether its worth the money Ford is asking for it.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Sami jumps in to explain his contrasting experience with the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5. Everyone said good things, so he went in expecting a world-class vehicle, but does it deliver? What's the deal with modern EVs anyways? Is 300 miles just the plateau of performance and range? What does the horizon of EVs look like. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;All of those questions and more are answered in this weeks fun-filled episode, so be sure to listen all the way through (or even multiple times, if you're that into it!) &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Ford, Maverick, Hyundai, Ioniq 5, EV, car podcast, truck podcast, SUV podcast, EV podcast, car talk, truck talk, SUV talk, EV talk</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Its another twisty-turvy episode of the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, so buckle in and get ready! First Benjamin describes how he wasn't on the hype-train for the new 2022 Ford Maverick compact pickup truck. After hearing tons of other journalists, and even Sami talk it up a pedestal, Benjamin still had to try it for himself. Given his love for the Hyundai Santa Cruze, could the Maverick ever measure up? Also what did he put in the small cubbie on the dash? Find out his thoughts on where the Maverick fits in the wide automotive landscape, and whether its worth the money Ford is asking for it.</p>

<p>Then Sami jumps in to explain his contrasting experience with the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5. Everyone said good things, so he went in expecting a world-class vehicle, but does it deliver? What's the deal with modern EVs anyways? Is 300 miles just the plateau of performance and range? What does the horizon of EVs look like. </p>

<p>All of those questions and more are answered in this weeks fun-filled episode, so be sure to listen all the way through (or even multiple times, if you're that into it!)</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Its another twisty-turvy episode of the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, so buckle in and get ready! First Benjamin describes how he wasn't on the hype-train for the new 2022 Ford Maverick compact pickup truck. After hearing tons of other journalists, and even Sami talk it up a pedestal, Benjamin still had to try it for himself. Given his love for the Hyundai Santa Cruze, could the Maverick ever measure up? Also what did he put in the small cubbie on the dash? Find out his thoughts on where the Maverick fits in the wide automotive landscape, and whether its worth the money Ford is asking for it.</p>

<p>Then Sami jumps in to explain his contrasting experience with the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5. Everyone said good things, so he went in expecting a world-class vehicle, but does it deliver? What's the deal with modern EVs anyways? Is 300 miles just the plateau of performance and range? What does the horizon of EVs look like. </p>

<p>All of those questions and more are answered in this weeks fun-filled episode, so be sure to listen all the way through (or even multiple times, if you're that into it!)</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>Episode 256: 2022 Ford Maverick, 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5, 2022 BMW X3 M40i, Guest Chad Kirchner, Listener Questions</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/256</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 09 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/07d7b45a-5ff8-4d36-a12f-eebcc09818fd.mp3" length="52206762" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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. </itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>54:22</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/0/07d7b45a-5ff8-4d36-a12f-eebcc09818fd/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;For 2022, Benjamin, Sami Haj-Assaad and guest Chad Kirchner from EV Pulse ask you to consider 3D printing your own podcast, much like how the much hyped 2022 Ford Maverick provides you with instructions to DIY your own accessories. The trio talk about the little Ford trucklet in great detail, and determine if it's worthy of praise, or if it's just a modern take on the cheap truck template. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Chad then discusses about his recent test of the Hyundai Ioniq 5, an all new EV from the Korean automaker, with a new platform, design language, technology, and battery setup. With a la-z-boy style recliner seat and a bunch of screens, it seems perfect for playing a made up augmented reality game that combines Pokemon Go and Carmageddon—not to mention providing a potential answer to our latest listener question.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Finally Ben jumps into the 2022 BMW X3 M40i and describes how sport-leaning SUVs have become less comfortable and slightly more annoying to drive. Also in this episode: the trio discuss new ideas for a viral Instagram account detailing Ford Maverick Fails. &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Ford, Maverick, Hyundai, Ioniq 5, EV, BMW, X3, M40i, Chad Kirchner, EV Pulse, car podcast, truck podcast, SUV podcast, EV podcast, car talk, truck talk, SUV talk, EV talk</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>For 2022, Benjamin, Sami Haj-Assaad and guest Chad Kirchner from EV Pulse ask you to consider 3D printing your own podcast, much like how the much hyped 2022 Ford Maverick provides you with instructions to DIY your own accessories. The trio talk about the little Ford trucklet in great detail, and determine if it's worthy of praise, or if it's just a modern take on the cheap truck template. </p>

<p>Chad then discusses about his recent test of the Hyundai Ioniq 5, an all new EV from the Korean automaker, with a new platform, design language, technology, and battery setup. With a la-z-boy style recliner seat and a bunch of screens, it seems perfect for playing a made up augmented reality game that combines Pokemon Go and Carmageddon—not to mention providing a potential answer to our latest listener question.</p>

<p>Finally Ben jumps into the 2022 BMW X3 M40i and describes how sport-leaning SUVs have become less comfortable and slightly more annoying to drive. Also in this episode: the trio discuss new ideas for a viral Instagram account detailing Ford Maverick Fails.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Check out EV Pulse!" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.evpulse.com">Check out EV Pulse!
</a> &mdash; You're best source for the latest in EV news and analysis.
</li><li><a title="Review: The 2022 BMW X3 M40i Proves the M Division Is Inescapable" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.insidehook.com/article/vehicles/review-2022-bmw-x3-m40i-suv">Review: The 2022 BMW X3 M40i Proves the M Division Is Inescapable
</a> &mdash; Luxury is now indelibly linked to sportiness if you want to rise above BMW’s base models
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>For 2022, Benjamin, Sami Haj-Assaad and guest Chad Kirchner from EV Pulse ask you to consider 3D printing your own podcast, much like how the much hyped 2022 Ford Maverick provides you with instructions to DIY your own accessories. The trio talk about the little Ford trucklet in great detail, and determine if it's worthy of praise, or if it's just a modern take on the cheap truck template. </p>

<p>Chad then discusses about his recent test of the Hyundai Ioniq 5, an all new EV from the Korean automaker, with a new platform, design language, technology, and battery setup. With a la-z-boy style recliner seat and a bunch of screens, it seems perfect for playing a made up augmented reality game that combines Pokemon Go and Carmageddon—not to mention providing a potential answer to our latest listener question.</p>

<p>Finally Ben jumps into the 2022 BMW X3 M40i and describes how sport-leaning SUVs have become less comfortable and slightly more annoying to drive. Also in this episode: the trio discuss new ideas for a viral Instagram account detailing Ford Maverick Fails.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Check out EV Pulse!" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.evpulse.com">Check out EV Pulse!
</a> &mdash; You're best source for the latest in EV news and analysis.
</li><li><a title="Review: The 2022 BMW X3 M40i Proves the M Division Is Inescapable" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.insidehook.com/article/vehicles/review-2022-bmw-x3-m40i-suv">Review: The 2022 BMW X3 M40i Proves the M Division Is Inescapable
</a> &mdash; Luxury is now indelibly linked to sportiness if you want to rise above BMW’s base models
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 253: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Pickup, 2022 Genesis GV70 2.5, Performance Driving Tips, Listener Emails</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/253</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 12 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/b689294c-c9de-4ef1-86e3-bb9c2fce80e6.mp3" length="51936760" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>54:05</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/b/b689294c-c9de-4ef1-86e3-bb9c2fce80e6/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Benjamin dives deep into the crossover-turned-pickup-truck known as the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. As Sami chants "Utes not Coupes," he explains why this quirky compact trucklet is in the running for his Car of the Year. Or would that be Truck of the Year? &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Sami gets another go in the 2022 Genesis GV70, but this time it's the more affordable 2.5T model. Considering there's a $20,000 gap between the entry level turbo 4 and the top trim V6, his experience provides a rounded understanding of the Korean luxury crossover., one that sends the duo on a nostalgic trip to a time when Infiniti was a competitive brand&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;There's also a new segment this week, where Benjamin explains the importance of understanding your tire's contact patch and how time at the track can help you feel confident and safe driving in winter weather. Don't just read this description, start listening to the Unnamed Automotive Podcast! &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Santa Cruz, Ford, Maverick, Genesis, GV70, car podcast, truck podcast, SUV podcast, car talk, truck talk, SUV talk</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin dives deep into the crossover-turned-pickup-truck known as the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. As Sami chants "Utes not Coupes," he explains why this quirky compact trucklet is in the running for his Car of the Year. Or would that be Truck of the Year? </p>

<p>Sami gets another go in the 2022 Genesis GV70, but this time it's the more affordable 2.5T model. Considering there's a $20,000 gap between the entry level turbo 4 and the top trim V6, his experience provides a rounded understanding of the Korean luxury crossover., one that sends the duo on a nostalgic trip to a time when Infiniti was a competitive brand</p>

<p>There's also a new segment this week, where Benjamin explains the importance of understanding your tire's contact patch and how time at the track can help you feel confident and safe driving in winter weather. Don't just read this description, start listening to the Unnamed Automotive Podcast!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Want to learn more about the traction circle? Click here!" rel="nofollow" href="https://flowracers.com/blog/traction-circle-fully-explained/">Want to learn more about the traction circle? Click here!
</a></li><li><a title="First Drive: The Hyundai Santa Cruz Is the Most Intriguing Pickup Alternative in Decades" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.insidehook.com/article/vehicles/review-2022-hyundai-santa-cruz-pickup-alternative">First Drive: The Hyundai Santa Cruz Is the Most Intriguing Pickup Alternative in Decades
</a> &mdash; The best small truck on the market isn’t actually a truck at all
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin dives deep into the crossover-turned-pickup-truck known as the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. As Sami chants "Utes not Coupes," he explains why this quirky compact trucklet is in the running for his Car of the Year. Or would that be Truck of the Year? </p>

<p>Sami gets another go in the 2022 Genesis GV70, but this time it's the more affordable 2.5T model. Considering there's a $20,000 gap between the entry level turbo 4 and the top trim V6, his experience provides a rounded understanding of the Korean luxury crossover., one that sends the duo on a nostalgic trip to a time when Infiniti was a competitive brand</p>

<p>There's also a new segment this week, where Benjamin explains the importance of understanding your tire's contact patch and how time at the track can help you feel confident and safe driving in winter weather. Don't just read this description, start listening to the Unnamed Automotive Podcast!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Want to learn more about the traction circle? Click here!" rel="nofollow" href="https://flowracers.com/blog/traction-circle-fully-explained/">Want to learn more about the traction circle? Click here!
</a></li><li><a title="First Drive: The Hyundai Santa Cruz Is the Most Intriguing Pickup Alternative in Decades" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.insidehook.com/article/vehicles/review-2022-hyundai-santa-cruz-pickup-alternative">First Drive: The Hyundai Santa Cruz Is the Most Intriguing Pickup Alternative in Decades
</a> &mdash; The best small truck on the market isn’t actually a truck at all
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 245: 2022 Ford Bronco, 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz, 2022 Genesis GV70</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/245</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 17 Oct 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/f5433d18-37ca-42b1-9485-80b720a194f2.mp3" length="45860888" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>47:46</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/f/f5433d18-37ca-42b1-9485-80b720a194f2/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Sami and Benjamin are BACK! Sami gives his first impressions of Fords Jeep Wrangler-rival, aka the 2022 Bronco. Does it fill all the gaps left behind by Jeep's iconic SUV? Did he get wet from a leaky roof? Can a vehicle with the name BAD in its trim be a success? You gotta listen to find out! Then Sami jumps into the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz, and reassures listeners that this isn't a Subaru Baja re-do.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Benjamin follows up with his thorough review of the 2022 Genesis GV70, (even though he forgot KEY DETAILS ABOUT THE POWERTRAIN) as well as it's somewhat confusing controls and biometric monitoring. Is the only thing holding Genesis back from mainstream success a mention in a Jay Z track?&lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Ford, Bronco, Jeep, Wrangler, Hyundai, Santa Cruz, Genesis, GV70, car talk, truck talk, SUV talk, car podcast, SUV podcast, truck podcast</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Sami and Benjamin are BACK! Sami gives his first impressions of Fords Jeep Wrangler-rival, aka the 2022 Bronco. Does it fill all the gaps left behind by Jeep's iconic SUV? Did he get wet from a leaky roof? Can a vehicle with the name BAD in its trim be a success? You gotta listen to find out! Then Sami jumps into the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz, and reassures listeners that this isn't a Subaru Baja re-do.</p>

<p>Benjamin follows up with his thorough review of the 2022 Genesis GV70, (even though he forgot KEY DETAILS ABOUT THE POWERTRAIN) as well as it's somewhat confusing controls and biometric monitoring. Is the only thing holding Genesis back from mainstream success a mention in a Jay Z track?</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Sami and Benjamin are BACK! Sami gives his first impressions of Fords Jeep Wrangler-rival, aka the 2022 Bronco. Does it fill all the gaps left behind by Jeep's iconic SUV? Did he get wet from a leaky roof? Can a vehicle with the name BAD in its trim be a success? You gotta listen to find out! Then Sami jumps into the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz, and reassures listeners that this isn't a Subaru Baja re-do.</p>

<p>Benjamin follows up with his thorough review of the 2022 Genesis GV70, (even though he forgot KEY DETAILS ABOUT THE POWERTRAIN) as well as it's somewhat confusing controls and biometric monitoring. Is the only thing holding Genesis back from mainstream success a mention in a Jay Z track?</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>Episode 243: 2022 Hyundai Elantra N-Line, 2021 Chevrolet Suburban Duramax Diesel</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/243</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 26 Sep 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/970dbd51-4b98-4255-9c27-86fe3a73815d.mp3" length="42090478" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Sami takes the 2022 Hyundai Elantra N-Line for a spin but wonders if the past thrills of the sport compact car market were an unfortunate casualty of a Thanos infinity gauntlet snap. Benjamin gets a taste of the diesel lifestyle offered by the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban, and makes a wild claim about its superiority while simultaneously complaining about its massive bulk.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>43:50</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/9/970dbd51-4b98-4255-9c27-86fe3a73815d/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Sami takes the 2022 Hyundai Elantra N-Line for a spin, which is the right car for those that want a sporty compact but are afraid of jumping in with both feet. The pair compare the new N-Line to the old Elantra Sport and ask if enough progress has been made in this enthusiast friendly market segment or if buyers should look outside of the Hyundai showroom.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Benjamin then jumps into the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban Duramax Diesel, a large and in charge SUV that proves to be perfect for road trip duty.  Warning: This episode also takes random tangents into discussion of the redesigned Subaru WRX and the Ford Expedition Timberline. &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Elantra, N-Line, Chevrolet, Suburban, Duramax, diesel, car talk, truck talk, SUV talk, car podcast, truck podcast, SUV podcast</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Sami takes the 2022 Hyundai Elantra N-Line for a spin, which is the right car for those that want a sporty compact but are afraid of jumping in with both feet. The pair compare the new N-Line to the old Elantra Sport and ask if enough progress has been made in this enthusiast friendly market segment or if buyers should look outside of the Hyundai showroom.</p>

<p>Benjamin then jumps into the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban Duramax Diesel, a large and in charge SUV that proves to be perfect for road trip duty.  Warning: This episode also takes random tangents into discussion of the redesigned Subaru WRX and the Ford Expedition Timberline.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Review: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban Duramax Diesel Is The Ultimate Full-Size American SUV" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.drivingline.com/articles/review-the-2021-chevrolet-suburban-duramax-diesel-is-the-ultimate-full-size-american-suv/">Review: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban Duramax Diesel Is The Ultimate Full-Size American SUV
</a> &mdash; It's been nearly 20 years since you could walk into a Chevy dealership and drive home with a diesel engine under the hood of its flagship sport-utility vehicle. For 2021 the Chevrolet Suburban's turbodiesel option is back, and this time it's not restricted to heavy-duty three-quarter ton models, either: for an extra thousand bucks buyers can add the Duramax engine to any trim level from base all the way up to High Country.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Sami takes the 2022 Hyundai Elantra N-Line for a spin, which is the right car for those that want a sporty compact but are afraid of jumping in with both feet. The pair compare the new N-Line to the old Elantra Sport and ask if enough progress has been made in this enthusiast friendly market segment or if buyers should look outside of the Hyundai showroom.</p>

<p>Benjamin then jumps into the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban Duramax Diesel, a large and in charge SUV that proves to be perfect for road trip duty.  Warning: This episode also takes random tangents into discussion of the redesigned Subaru WRX and the Ford Expedition Timberline.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Review: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban Duramax Diesel Is The Ultimate Full-Size American SUV" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.drivingline.com/articles/review-the-2021-chevrolet-suburban-duramax-diesel-is-the-ultimate-full-size-american-suv/">Review: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban Duramax Diesel Is The Ultimate Full-Size American SUV
</a> &mdash; It's been nearly 20 years since you could walk into a Chevy dealership and drive home with a diesel engine under the hood of its flagship sport-utility vehicle. For 2021 the Chevrolet Suburban's turbodiesel option is back, and this time it's not restricted to heavy-duty three-quarter ton models, either: for an extra thousand bucks buyers can add the Duramax engine to any trim level from base all the way up to High Country.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 228: 2022 Ford Maverick Pickup, 2021 Lincoln Navigator, 2021 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, BMW M3 M4 Book Review</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/228</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jun 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/45825dad-7e84-441a-810f-58815f54f9a6.mp3" length="51390488" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>It's a packed episode! We go deep on the 2022 Ford Maverick pickup, revisit an old favorite in the 2021 Lincoln Navigator, and then try to figure out which affordable hybrid SUV is better—the 2021 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid or the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid—before wrapping things up with a BMW M3 and M4 book review.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>53:31</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/4/45825dad-7e84-441a-810f-58815f54f9a6/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;The 2022 Ford Maverick compact pickup has gone public, and Benjamin and Sami each dig in to the details of this front-wheel drive hybrid mini-truck. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Benjamin then discusses his surprising affinity for the 2021 Lincoln Navigator, claiming it's at least the equal of several more expensive full-size luxury SUVs, followed by Sami's comparison of the wild-looking 2021 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and the more reserved 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The pair wrap things up with a book review of the fantastic "BMW M3 &amp;amp; M4: The complete history of these ultimate driving machines" by Graham Robson. &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Ford, Maverick, Lincoln, Navigator, Toyota, RAV4, Hybrid, Hyundai, Tucson, book review, BMW, car talk, truck talk, car podcast, truck podcast, SUV talk, SUV podcast</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>The 2022 Ford Maverick compact pickup has gone public, and Benjamin and Sami each dig in to the details of this front-wheel drive hybrid mini-truck. </p>

<p>Benjamin then discusses his surprising affinity for the 2021 Lincoln Navigator, claiming it's at least the equal of several more expensive full-size luxury SUVs, followed by Sami's comparison of the wild-looking 2021 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and the more reserved 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. </p>

<p>The pair wrap things up with a book review of the fantastic "BMW M3 &amp; M4: The complete history of these ultimate driving machines" by Graham Robson.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Check out Benjamin&#39;s Graphic Novel Code 45" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.code-45.com">Check out Benjamin's Graphic Novel Code 45
</a> &mdash; Dragons, drugs, and underground raves beneath the streets of Montreal. Launches June 1st on Kickstarter at <a href="http://www.code-45.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.code-45.com</a>.
</li><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="BMW M3 &amp; M4: The complete history of these ultimate driving machines" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.veloce.co.uk/store/BMW-M3-&amp;-M4-The-complete-history-of-these-ultimate-driving-machines-p187279003">BMW M3 &amp; M4: The complete history of these ultimate driving machines
</a> &mdash; This brand-new edition of Graham Robson’s original Haynes publication explores every aspect of BMW M3 history, including its motorsport success worldwide. From the original E30 of 1986, through E36, E46, and E90 to the 6th gen of 2020, and the M4, it includes full, detailed specifications for each generation, and brings the M3 story right up to the present day, covering all models produced between 2013 and 2021, including M4. 

Published by Veloce Publishing Limited.  ISBN: 978-1-787115-79-8.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>The 2022 Ford Maverick compact pickup has gone public, and Benjamin and Sami each dig in to the details of this front-wheel drive hybrid mini-truck. </p>

<p>Benjamin then discusses his surprising affinity for the 2021 Lincoln Navigator, claiming it's at least the equal of several more expensive full-size luxury SUVs, followed by Sami's comparison of the wild-looking 2021 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and the more reserved 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. </p>

<p>The pair wrap things up with a book review of the fantastic "BMW M3 &amp; M4: The complete history of these ultimate driving machines" by Graham Robson.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Check out Benjamin&#39;s Graphic Novel Code 45" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.code-45.com">Check out Benjamin's Graphic Novel Code 45
</a> &mdash; Dragons, drugs, and underground raves beneath the streets of Montreal. Launches June 1st on Kickstarter at <a href="http://www.code-45.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.code-45.com</a>.
</li><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="BMW M3 &amp; M4: The complete history of these ultimate driving machines" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.veloce.co.uk/store/BMW-M3-&amp;-M4-The-complete-history-of-these-ultimate-driving-machines-p187279003">BMW M3 &amp; M4: The complete history of these ultimate driving machines
</a> &mdash; This brand-new edition of Graham Robson’s original Haynes publication explores every aspect of BMW M3 history, including its motorsport success worldwide. From the original E30 of 1986, through E36, E46, and E90 to the 6th gen of 2020, and the M4, it includes full, detailed specifications for each generation, and brings the M3 story right up to the present day, covering all models produced between 2013 and 2021, including M4. 

Published by Veloce Publishing Limited.  ISBN: 978-1-787115-79-8.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 220: 2021 Ram 1500 TRX Hellcat Truck, 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz, 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/220</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 18 Apr 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/b982a0c8-17a5-4b23-b79a-212fb34cae40.mp3" length="54503030" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Benjamin makes a muddy off-road mess in the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX Hellcat pickup, while Sami touches the stars in the 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost super luxury sedan. The pair also discuss tiny trucks like the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz before moving on to the strangely anonymous 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS EV.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>56:46</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/b/b982a0c8-17a5-4b23-b79a-212fb34cae40/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;The Hellcat truck is finally here, and Benjamin gets to bounce around off-road in the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX while flexing its mud-covered 702 horsepower all over Montreal. So why isn't he super excited about the most over-the-top pickup truck ever built? Sami tracks down shooting stars in the headliner of the 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost while expressing his intense anxiety about parking a car that costs half a million dollars. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The pair wrap things up by talking about the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz mini-truck and the surprisingly boring 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS EV. &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Ram, 1500, TRX, Hellcat, Raptor, Ford, Rolls-Royce, Ghost, Mercedes-Benz, EQS, Hyundai, Santa Cruz, cars, trucks, car talk, car podcast, truck podcast, trucks, </itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>The Hellcat truck is finally here, and Benjamin gets to bounce around off-road in the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX while flexing its mud-covered 702 horsepower all over Montreal. So why isn't he super excited about the most over-the-top pickup truck ever built? Sami tracks down shooting stars in the headliner of the 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost while expressing his intense anxiety about parking a car that costs half a million dollars. </p>

<p>The pair wrap things up by talking about the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz mini-truck and the surprisingly boring 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS EV.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi." rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi.
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Review: The 2021 Ram 1500 TRX Is Detroit’s Mightiest Off-Road Pickup" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.insidehook.com/article/vehicles/review-ram-1500-trx-pickup-truck">Review: The 2021 Ram 1500 TRX Is Detroit’s Mightiest Off-Road Pickup
</a> &mdash; The Hellcat-powered truck is also the last gasp of over-muscled V8 menace
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>The Hellcat truck is finally here, and Benjamin gets to bounce around off-road in the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX while flexing its mud-covered 702 horsepower all over Montreal. So why isn't he super excited about the most over-the-top pickup truck ever built? Sami tracks down shooting stars in the headliner of the 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost while expressing his intense anxiety about parking a car that costs half a million dollars. </p>

<p>The pair wrap things up by talking about the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz mini-truck and the surprisingly boring 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS EV.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi." rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi.
</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
</li><li><a title="Review: The 2021 Ram 1500 TRX Is Detroit’s Mightiest Off-Road Pickup" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.insidehook.com/article/vehicles/review-ram-1500-trx-pickup-truck">Review: The 2021 Ram 1500 TRX Is Detroit’s Mightiest Off-Road Pickup
</a> &mdash; The Hellcat-powered truck is also the last gasp of over-muscled V8 menace
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>Episode 209: 2021 Kia Seltos SX Turbo, 2021 Hyundai Elantra, Tesla's Psychic Turn Signals</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/209</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/f59226de-bce5-4956-925d-7741e6e73984.mp3" length="39033524" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Benjamin is confused by the 2021 Kia Seltos SX Turbo SUV, while Sami can't get enough of the 2021 Hyundai Elantra. Plus, bonus Tesla weirdness as the Model S undergoes a model refresh.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>40:39</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/f/f59226de-bce5-4956-925d-7741e6e73984/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Is there space for the 2021 Kia Seltos SX Turbo's top-end take on what should really be an affordable, no-frills compact SUV, or does its own brand's ultra-competitive line-up make it hard to justify spending the extra cash? Benjamin's week behind the wheel reveals the surprising answer. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Next, Sami's take on the 2021 Hyundai Elantra shows just how much life is still left in the small sedan segment. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Finally, the pair are puzzled by Tesla's decision to leave steering wheels and turn signals behind with the latest Model S EV refresh. &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Kia, Seltos, SUV, Hyundai, Elantra, Tesla, EV, crossover, car podcast, truck podcast, SUV podcast, car talk, truck talk, SUV talk</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Is there space for the 2021 Kia Seltos SX Turbo's top-end take on what should really be an affordable, no-frills compact SUV, or does its own brand's ultra-competitive line-up make it hard to justify spending the extra cash? Benjamin's week behind the wheel reveals the surprising answer. </p>

<p>Next, Sami's take on the 2021 Hyundai Elantra shows just how much life is still left in the small sedan segment. </p>

<p>Finally, the pair are puzzled by Tesla's decision to leave steering wheels and turn signals behind with the latest Model S EV refresh.</p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Is there space for the 2021 Kia Seltos SX Turbo's top-end take on what should really be an affordable, no-frills compact SUV, or does its own brand's ultra-competitive line-up make it hard to justify spending the extra cash? Benjamin's week behind the wheel reveals the surprising answer. </p>

<p>Next, Sami's take on the 2021 Hyundai Elantra shows just how much life is still left in the small sedan segment. </p>

<p>Finally, the pair are puzzled by Tesla's decision to leave steering wheels and turn signals behind with the latest Model S EV refresh.</p>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 199: 2021 Hyundai Elantra, 2021 Hyundai Sonata N, 2021 Mazda 3 Turbo, 2021 Mazda CX-30</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/199</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/07d7fa54-720f-4a89-9d8d-7028e956503c.mp3" length="54519330" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Loaded episode this week with three new-for-2021 cars - the Hyundai Elantra, the Hyundai Sonata N, and the Mazda 3 Turbo - and a popular crossover in the 2021 Mazda CX-30. Nearly an hour of analysis and jokes about N, V, and M.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>56:47</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/0/07d7fa54-720f-4a89-9d8d-7028e956503c/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Sami splits between the 2021 Hyundai Elantra and the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N. Is the Elantra finally Civic-level in terms of its broad appeal? Can Benjamin be convinced that someone out there actually wants to pay that much more for a front-wheel drive, high performance family sedan?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Next up are a pair of platform-mates from Mazda, the new 3 Turbo and the CX-30 SUV. Is Mazda's compact star a true luxury player now that it's left its MazdaSPEED days behind? Is there really any reason to choose the CX-30 over the almost-identical 3 hatchback? &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Elantra, Sonata N, N, Mazda, Mazda 3, Turbo, CX-30, Cadillac, V, car talk, SUV talk, truck talk, car podcast, SUV podcast,</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Sami splits between the 2021 Hyundai Elantra and the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N. Is the Elantra finally Civic-level in terms of its broad appeal? Can Benjamin be convinced that someone out there actually wants to pay that much more for a front-wheel drive, high performance family sedan?</p>

<p>Next up are a pair of platform-mates from Mazda, the new 3 Turbo and the CX-30 SUV. Is Mazda's compact star a true luxury player now that it's left its MazdaSPEED days behind? Is there really any reason to choose the CX-30 over the almost-identical 3 hatchback?</p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Sami splits between the 2021 Hyundai Elantra and the 2021 Hyundai Sonata N. Is the Elantra finally Civic-level in terms of its broad appeal? Can Benjamin be convinced that someone out there actually wants to pay that much more for a front-wheel drive, high performance family sedan?</p>

<p>Next up are a pair of platform-mates from Mazda, the new 3 Turbo and the CX-30 SUV. Is Mazda's compact star a true luxury player now that it's left its MazdaSPEED days behind? Is there really any reason to choose the CX-30 over the almost-identical 3 hatchback?</p>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 188: 2020 BMW X5 M Competition, Jeep Grand Wagoneer Concept, 2021 Hyundai Kona, 2021 Hyundai Tucson, 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Listerner Questions</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/188</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/46348472-fa79-4a3c-9a11-c86a5e584456.mp3" length="39690138" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Benjamin drives the 2020 BMW X5 M Competition, while Sami breaks down the latest launch news from Jeep (the Grand Wagoneer), Hyundai (the Tucson and the Kona), and Mercedes-Benz (the S-Class).</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>41:20</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/4/46348472-fa79-4a3c-9a11-c86a5e584456/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Benjamin's time behind the wheel of the 2020 BMW X5 M Competition has him comparing it against the ultimate muscle truck, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk - but is more refined a better formula for super SUVs? Sami gets up to speed on the long list of new cars introduced over the last week, including the Jeep Grand Wagoneer Concept, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and the 2020 Hyundai Kona and Hyundai Tucson. The pair also discuss a listener's experience with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio. &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>BMW, X5 M, Competition, Trackhawk, Jeep, Grand Cherokee, Mercedes-Benz, S-Class, Hyundai, Tucson, Kona, Alfa Romeo, Stelvio, SUV, Grand Wagoneer, trucks, cars, truck podcast, car podcast, SUV podcast</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin's time behind the wheel of the 2020 BMW X5 M Competition has him comparing it against the ultimate muscle truck, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk - but is more refined a better formula for super SUVs? Sami gets up to speed on the long list of new cars introduced over the last week, including the Jeep Grand Wagoneer Concept, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and the 2020 Hyundai Kona and Hyundai Tucson. The pair also discuss a listener's experience with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="JEEP GRAND WAGONEER CONCEPT LEANS ON LUXURY SUV HERITAGE TO TAKE DOWN CADILLAC ESCALADE AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.drivingline.com/articles/jeep-grand-wagoneer-concept-leans-on-luxury-suv-heritage-to-take-down-cadillac-escalade-and-lincoln-navigator/">JEEP GRAND WAGONEER CONCEPT LEANS ON LUXURY SUV HERITAGE TO TAKE DOWN CADILLAC ESCALADE AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR
</a> &mdash; Jeep's revival of the Wagoneer brand name for a new full-size SUV puts it in a unique position in the world of premium SUVs. Unlike any other American brand operating in the luxury segment, Jeep is the only one able to claim an actual link to high end heritage, with the Wagoneer (and later the Grand Wagoneer) having invented the idea of a plush 4x4 people mover as far back as the early 1960s.
</li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin's time behind the wheel of the 2020 BMW X5 M Competition has him comparing it against the ultimate muscle truck, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk - but is more refined a better formula for super SUVs? Sami gets up to speed on the long list of new cars introduced over the last week, including the Jeep Grand Wagoneer Concept, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and the 2020 Hyundai Kona and Hyundai Tucson. The pair also discuss a listener's experience with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="JEEP GRAND WAGONEER CONCEPT LEANS ON LUXURY SUV HERITAGE TO TAKE DOWN CADILLAC ESCALADE AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.drivingline.com/articles/jeep-grand-wagoneer-concept-leans-on-luxury-suv-heritage-to-take-down-cadillac-escalade-and-lincoln-navigator/">JEEP GRAND WAGONEER CONCEPT LEANS ON LUXURY SUV HERITAGE TO TAKE DOWN CADILLAC ESCALADE AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR
</a> &mdash; Jeep's revival of the Wagoneer brand name for a new full-size SUV puts it in a unique position in the world of premium SUVs. Unlike any other American brand operating in the luxury segment, Jeep is the only one able to claim an actual link to high end heritage, with the Wagoneer (and later the Grand Wagoneer) having invented the idea of a plush 4x4 people mover as far back as the early 1960s.
</li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 184: 2020 Lincoln Aviator SUV, 2020 Nissan Kicks vs. 2020 Hyundai Venue, ZZ Top Book Review</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/184</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/a7e6d991-8cf3-44f4-8a80-e15e53c9d904.mp3" length="43671617" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Is the Lincoln Aviator SUV distinctly different from its Ford Explorer Roots? Which small SUV does it better, the 2020 Nissan Kicks or the 2020 Hyundai Venue? And finally, why would you want to read a book about cars written by ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons?</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>45:29</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/a/a7e6d991-8cf3-44f4-8a80-e15e53c9d904/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Benjamin discovers that the 2020 Lincoln Aviator turns its back on its Ford Explorer template to provide luxury customers with something more fitting of its $70k purchase price. Sami has to search his heart before using his brain when selecting between the 2020 Nissan Kicks or 2020 Hyundai Venue, which each offer something completely different to entry-level small SUV buyers. The pair then also debate the merits of Billy Gibbons and his car collection as presented in the ZZ Top guitarist's new book. &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Lincoln, Aviator, Ford, Explorer, Nissan, Kicks, Hyundai, Venue, ZZ Top, Billy Gibbons, hot rods, book review, SUV, car, cars, automotive podcast, car podcast, truck podcast</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin discovers that the 2020 Lincoln Aviator turns its back on its Ford Explorer template to provide luxury customers with something more fitting of its $70k purchase price. Sami has to search his heart before using his brain when selecting between the 2020 Nissan Kicks or 2020 Hyundai Venue, which each offer something completely different to entry-level small SUV buyers. The pair then also debate the merits of Billy Gibbons and his car collection as presented in the ZZ Top guitarist's new book.</p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin discovers that the 2020 Lincoln Aviator turns its back on its Ford Explorer template to provide luxury customers with something more fitting of its $70k purchase price. Sami has to search his heart before using his brain when selecting between the 2020 Nissan Kicks or 2020 Hyundai Venue, which each offer something completely different to entry-level small SUV buyers. The pair then also debate the merits of Billy Gibbons and his car collection as presented in the ZZ Top guitarist's new book.</p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 170: Cars That Will Never Be Classics, Rolls-Royce Honey, Hyundai Designer Leaves, Listener Questions</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/170</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/b8ec91c7-8dee-437c-a2be-e6f3113005e7.mp3" length="85484024" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>44:31</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/b/b8ec91c7-8dee-437c-a2be-e6f3113005e7/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;The car that tries the hardest to be cool is often the car no one wants to own. Benjamin and Sami take a look at 11 modern automobiles that will never be classics no matter how much 'effort' their designers and engineers put in at the time. After dissecting these victims of circumstance, the pair also discuss Rolls-Royce joining the automotive apiary with its new line of honey, before trying to understand why Hyundai's chief designer just quit. Finally, it's time for listener questions about trunk design. &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>uncool cars, classic cars, Rolls-Royce, bees, honey, beezza, bee pizza, Hyundai, Genesis, design, car design, cars, trucks</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>The car that tries the hardest to be cool is often the car no one wants to own. Benjamin and Sami take a look at 11 modern automobiles that will never be classics no matter how much 'effort' their designers and engineers put in at the time. After dissecting these victims of circumstance, the pair also discuss Rolls-Royce joining the automotive apiary with its new line of honey, before trying to understand why Hyundai's chief designer just quit. Finally, it's time for listener questions about trunk design.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="These Modern Cars Will Never Be Collectible Classics" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.automobilemag.com/news/11-modern-not-collector-cars/">These Modern Cars Will Never Be Collectible Classics
</a> &mdash; Once viewed as at least somewhat special, these models will forever just be used cars.
</li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>The car that tries the hardest to be cool is often the car no one wants to own. Benjamin and Sami take a look at 11 modern automobiles that will never be classics no matter how much 'effort' their designers and engineers put in at the time. After dissecting these victims of circumstance, the pair also discuss Rolls-Royce joining the automotive apiary with its new line of honey, before trying to understand why Hyundai's chief designer just quit. Finally, it's time for listener questions about trunk design.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="These Modern Cars Will Never Be Collectible Classics" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.automobilemag.com/news/11-modern-not-collector-cars/">These Modern Cars Will Never Be Collectible Classics
</a> &mdash; Once viewed as at least somewhat special, these models will forever just be used cars.
</li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 169: 2021 Hyundai Santa Cruz, 10 Coolest Movie Trucks, Bigfoot</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/169</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/0d11149d-4bf9-469f-9ba2-e60645eaf4b3.mp3" length="85242256" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Benjamin goes on a crazy tangent about Bigfoot while discussing the coolest movie trucks of all-time with Sami. Sami has zero interest in the monster truck phenomenon overall, but he does love his Hollywood trucks - and also the upcoming 2021 Hyundai Santa Cruz pickup.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>44:23</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/0/0d11149d-4bf9-469f-9ba2-e60645eaf4b3/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Is it cooler to drive Bigfoot through a car dealership or escape tornados in a brand-new Dodge Ram? Could you really pull a house off of its foundations with a GMC dually? And what, exactly, were Tango &amp;amp; Cash actually driving in that weird climactic scene? Benjamin and Sami dive into the best movie trucks of all time, with Sami displaying a shocking lack of interest in the world of monster trucks no matter how many times Benjamin decides to bring up the history of Bigfoot, Bigfoot Shuttle, or Bigfoot 7. The pair also touch on the upcoming Hyundai Santa Cruz, which would be the Korean brand's first foray into the world of pickups. &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>movie trucks, movie pickups, Hollywood trucks, Bigfoot, monster trucks, Bigfoot Shuttle, Bigfoot 7, Road House, Twister, Hyundai, Santa Cruz, podcast, car podcast, automotive podcast, truck, trucks, cars, truck podcast, automobiles, movie cars</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Is it cooler to drive Bigfoot through a car dealership or escape tornados in a brand-new Dodge Ram? Could you really pull a house off of its foundations with a GMC dually? And what, exactly, were Tango &amp; Cash actually driving in that weird climactic scene? Benjamin and Sami dive into the best movie trucks of all time, with Sami displaying a shocking lack of interest in the world of monster trucks no matter how many times Benjamin decides to bring up the history of Bigfoot, Bigfoot Shuttle, or Bigfoot 7. The pair also touch on the upcoming Hyundai Santa Cruz, which would be the Korean brand's first foray into the world of pickups.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="10 Best Movie Trucks and Pickups To Come Out Of Hollywood" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.drivingline.com/articles/10-best-movie-trucks-and-pickups-to-ever-come-out-of-hollywood/">10 Best Movie Trucks and Pickups To Come Out Of Hollywood
</a> &mdash; Car chases might get all the glory, but trucks have enjoyed their share of screen time in Hollywood, too. In fact, there are a number of movies where pickups and SUVs have played a key role in either advancing the plot, saving the day, or just injecting some much-needed adrenaline into a movie's sagging second act.
</li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Is it cooler to drive Bigfoot through a car dealership or escape tornados in a brand-new Dodge Ram? Could you really pull a house off of its foundations with a GMC dually? And what, exactly, were Tango &amp; Cash actually driving in that weird climactic scene? Benjamin and Sami dive into the best movie trucks of all time, with Sami displaying a shocking lack of interest in the world of monster trucks no matter how many times Benjamin decides to bring up the history of Bigfoot, Bigfoot Shuttle, or Bigfoot 7. The pair also touch on the upcoming Hyundai Santa Cruz, which would be the Korean brand's first foray into the world of pickups.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="10 Best Movie Trucks and Pickups To Come Out Of Hollywood" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.drivingline.com/articles/10-best-movie-trucks-and-pickups-to-ever-come-out-of-hollywood/">10 Best Movie Trucks and Pickups To Come Out Of Hollywood
</a> &mdash; Car chases might get all the glory, but trucks have enjoyed their share of screen time in Hollywood, too. In fact, there are a number of movies where pickups and SUVs have played a key role in either advancing the plot, saving the day, or just injecting some much-needed adrenaline into a movie's sagging second act.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 166: 2020 Jeep Cherokee, 2021 Hyundai Elantra, 2021 Genesis G80, Benjamin Rents A Viper</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/166</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/185d2203-a610-4f7d-bf0f-2091d6207a5e.mp3" length="39207395" type="audio/mp3"/>
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  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>40:50</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/1/185d2203-a610-4f7d-bf0f-2091d6207a5e/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Is the 2020 Jeep Cherokee still relevant in the hyper-competitive compact SUV segment? Benjamin spends a week behind the wheel to find out. Sami dives deep into both the 2021 Hyundai Elantra and the 2021 Genesis G80, while Benjamin wraps things up by sharing his teenage memories of renting the world's sketchiest Dodge Viper from a local gas station. &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Elantra, Hybrid, Genesis, G80, Jeep, Cherokee, SUV, Dodge, Viper, memories, car, cars, podcast, car podcast, truck podcast, automotive podcast, SUV podcast</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Is the 2020 Jeep Cherokee still relevant in the hyper-competitive compact SUV segment? Benjamin spends a week behind the wheel to find out. Sami dives deep into both the 2021 Hyundai Elantra and the 2021 Genesis G80, while Benjamin wraps things up by sharing his teenage memories of renting the world's sketchiest Dodge Viper from a local gas station.</p>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Is the 2020 Jeep Cherokee still relevant in the hyper-competitive compact SUV segment? Benjamin spends a week behind the wheel to find out. Sami dives deep into both the 2021 Hyundai Elantra and the 2021 Genesis G80, while Benjamin wraps things up by sharing his teenage memories of renting the world's sketchiest Dodge Viper from a local gas station.</p>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 165: 2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2020 Hyundai Kona EV, 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/165</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/ec843b1f-04f7-429b-b5e5-2eab6ec5e047.mp3" length="68683549" type="audio/mp3"/>
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  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Benjamin talks about why the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is infinitely better than its Gladiator cousin, while Sami compares two EVs - the Hyundai Kona and the Chevrolet Bolt - after spending a week driving them back-to-back.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>35:46</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/e/ec843b1f-04f7-429b-b5e5-2eab6ec5e047/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Does the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon succeed because it's one of the few SUVs left on the market that wasn't built by committee? Benjamin has some strong words about the two-door Wrangler and it's place in the world, as well as how it compares to the Gladiator Rubicon pickup. Sami keeps things green by sliding through the week on a carpet of electrons, comparing the 2020 Chevrolet Bolt and the 2020 Hyundai Kona electric vehicles back-to-back. &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Jeep, Wrangler, Rubion, Wrangler Rubicon, 4x4, off-road, Gladiator, Hyundai, Kona, EV, electric vehicle, Chevrolet,Bolt</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Does the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon succeed because it's one of the few SUVs left on the market that wasn't built by committee? Benjamin has some strong words about the two-door Wrangler and it's place in the world, as well as how it compares to the Gladiator Rubicon pickup. Sami keeps things green by sliding through the week on a carpet of electrons, comparing the 2020 Chevrolet Bolt and the 2020 Hyundai Kona electric vehicles back-to-back.</p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Does the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon succeed because it's one of the few SUVs left on the market that wasn't built by committee? Benjamin has some strong words about the two-door Wrangler and it's place in the world, as well as how it compares to the Gladiator Rubicon pickup. Sami keeps things green by sliding through the week on a carpet of electrons, comparing the 2020 Chevrolet Bolt and the 2020 Hyundai Kona electric vehicles back-to-back.</p>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 149: 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque R -Dynamic, Volkswagen Bees, JETTA Sub-Brand, Hyundai Sonata N-Line, Aston Martin For Sale?</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/149</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 08 Dec 2019 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/8d1b48d5-2037-4578-9b9b-14acbcffc918.mp3" length="34626981" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Benjamin and Sami each drive the 2020 Land Rover Ranger Rover Evoque and are befuddled by its mild hybrid system. The pair also discuss the latest news about the JETTA sub-brand, Volkswagen's I.Bees, the Hyundai Sonata N-Line, and whether Aston Martin might be about to find a new owner.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>36:04</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/8/8d1b48d5-2037-4578-9b9b-14acbcffc918/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;How can the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque offer such distinctly different personalities behind the wheel when you add 50 horsepower from a mild hybrid system? That's what Benjamin and Sami try to figure out after they each drove this luxury SUV and came away impressed by some of it, and puzzled by more. The pair then dive into news about the JETTA sub-brand, Volkswagen's I.Bees, the Hyundai Sonata N-Line, and whether Aston Martin might be about to find a new owner. &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Land Rover, Range Rover, Evoque, hybrid, SUV, bees, Volkswagen, VW, Aston Martin, Jetta, Hyundai, Sonata, N-Line</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>How can the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque offer such distinctly different personalities behind the wheel when you add 50 horsepower from a mild hybrid system? That's what Benjamin and Sami try to figure out after they each drove this luxury SUV and came away impressed by some of it, and puzzled by more. The pair then dive into news about the JETTA sub-brand, Volkswagen's I.Bees, the Hyundai Sonata N-Line, and whether Aston Martin might be about to find a new owner.</p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>How can the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque offer such distinctly different personalities behind the wheel when you add 50 horsepower from a mild hybrid system? That's what Benjamin and Sami try to figure out after they each drove this luxury SUV and came away impressed by some of it, and puzzled by more. The pair then dive into news about the JETTA sub-brand, Volkswagen's I.Bees, the Hyundai Sonata N-Line, and whether Aston Martin might be about to find a new owner.</p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 148: 2020 Porsche Taycan, 2020 Hyundai Venue, 2020 Acura MDX, Ford GT Book Review, Listener Questions</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/148</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 01 Dec 2019 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/7f40e680-afcd-4c0c-bf8c-ed9fe157f5f7.mp3" length="44823931" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Sami drives the all-electric 2020 Porsche Taycan and has a lot to say about the future of the German sports car brand. He also samples the more affordable 2020 Hyundai Venue, which tries its best to Kicks its way into his heart. Benjamin is unimpressed by the 2020 Acura MDX, but has good things to say about his latest book review, which covers the Ford vs. Ferrari clash with the Ford GT40. Also, listener questions!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>46:41</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/7/7f40e680-afcd-4c0c-bf8c-ed9fe157f5f7/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Is the future of Porsche electric? Sami tries to figure out what that might look like after driving the phenomenally expensive - and very, very heavy - 2020 Porsche Taycan. He also slips behind the wheel of the 2020 Hyundai Venue to see if it can dislodge that special spot he keeps warm in his heart for another tiny crossover, the similarly-priced Nissan Kicks. Benjamin relates his disbelief over the current state of Acura after driving the 2020 MDX, and also discusses his latest book review, which looks at the Ford vs. Ferrari battle that's currently in theatres. Also, listener questions, Cybertrucks, and more! &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Porsche, Taycan, SUV, EV, Hyundai, Venue, Acura, MDX, Ford, Ferrari, book review, Cybertruck, Tesla</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Is the future of Porsche electric? Sami tries to figure out what that might look like after driving the phenomenally expensive - and very, very heavy - 2020 Porsche Taycan. He also slips behind the wheel of the 2020 Hyundai Venue to see if it can dislodge that special spot he keeps warm in his heart for another tiny crossover, the similarly-priced Nissan Kicks. Benjamin relates his disbelief over the current state of Acura after driving the 2020 MDX, and also discusses his latest book review, which looks at the Ford vs. Ferrari battle that's currently in theatres. Also, listener questions, Cybertrucks, and more!</p>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Is the future of Porsche electric? Sami tries to figure out what that might look like after driving the phenomenally expensive - and very, very heavy - 2020 Porsche Taycan. He also slips behind the wheel of the 2020 Hyundai Venue to see if it can dislodge that special spot he keeps warm in his heart for another tiny crossover, the similarly-priced Nissan Kicks. Benjamin relates his disbelief over the current state of Acura after driving the 2020 MDX, and also discusses his latest book review, which looks at the Ford vs. Ferrari battle that's currently in theatres. Also, listener questions, Cybertrucks, and more!</p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 147: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Prototype, 2020 Hyundai Palisade vs. 2020 Kia Telluride, Listener Questions</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/147</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 24 Nov 2019 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/c0c0270c-1da6-4f0c-8e9e-f8494475cf17.mp3" length="32640839" type="audio/mp3"/>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Sami drives a prototype version of the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe, a vehicle that shares only its name with the mighty 2 Series two-door. Benjamin is blown away by his back-to-back experiences with the 2020 Hyundai Palisade and 2020 Kia Telluride SUVs. Plus, listener questions!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>33:59</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/c/c0c0270c-1da6-4f0c-8e9e-f8494475cf17/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;How different is the new, front-wheel drive platform under the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe  as compared to the rear-wheel drive BMW 2 Series coupe? Sami drives a prototype and comes back with his opinion on how well this entry-level four-door fits into the BMW family. Benjamin drives two of the best three-row SUVs on the market - the 2020 Hyundai Palisade and the 2020 Kia Telluride - and can't believe how much better they are compared to a number of more expensive luxury people movers. The pair wrap things up with listener questions. &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>BMW, 2 Series, 2 Series Gran Coupe, prototype, Kia, Hyundai, Palisade, Telluride, SUV</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>How different is the new, front-wheel drive platform under the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe  as compared to the rear-wheel drive BMW 2 Series coupe? Sami drives a prototype and comes back with his opinion on how well this entry-level four-door fits into the BMW family. Benjamin drives two of the best three-row SUVs on the market - the 2020 Hyundai Palisade and the 2020 Kia Telluride - and can't believe how much better they are compared to a number of more expensive luxury people movers. The pair wrap things up with listener questions.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Prototype Drive" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.autotrader.ca/expert/20191106/2020-bmw-2-series-gran-coupe-prototype-drive/">2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Prototype Drive
</a> &mdash; Come next spring you may do a double-take when the new BMW 2 Series drives by. Now sporting four doors and the Gran Coupe badging, BMW is taking the 2 Series mainstream. What used to be a sporty coupe – and one of the most enthusiast-friendly vehicles in BMW’s lineup – is going toe-to-toe with the Mercedes-Benz CLA and Audi A3 with an entry-level four-door that brings the brand to a wider audience.
</li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>How different is the new, front-wheel drive platform under the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe  as compared to the rear-wheel drive BMW 2 Series coupe? Sami drives a prototype and comes back with his opinion on how well this entry-level four-door fits into the BMW family. Benjamin drives two of the best three-row SUVs on the market - the 2020 Hyundai Palisade and the 2020 Kia Telluride - and can't believe how much better they are compared to a number of more expensive luxury people movers. The pair wrap things up with listener questions.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Prototype Drive" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.autotrader.ca/expert/20191106/2020-bmw-2-series-gran-coupe-prototype-drive/">2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Prototype Drive
</a> &mdash; Come next spring you may do a double-take when the new BMW 2 Series drives by. Now sporting four doors and the Gran Coupe badging, BMW is taking the 2 Series mainstream. What used to be a sporty coupe – and one of the most enthusiast-friendly vehicles in BMW’s lineup – is going toe-to-toe with the Mercedes-Benz CLA and Audi A3 with an entry-level four-door that brings the brand to a wider audience.
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 142: 2019 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/142</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 20 Oct 2019 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/558ae08b-a6bd-4047-944d-a40cd1c2e95c.mp3" length="43845906" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Benjamin drives the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, which offers minivan buyers a battery-powered alternative. Sami samples to front and back, and side-to-side action of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class SUV. Plus, listener questions!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>45:40</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/5/558ae08b-a6bd-4047-944d-a40cd1c2e95c/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Minivans get almost no respect on an SUV-laden landscape, but if the 2019 Chrysler Pacific Hybrid is any indication, they are still the best option for families who truly need to maximize space and practicality. Benjamin drives the battery-powered van and discovers all the ways it's a better choice than an SUV for so many buyers. Sami reports back on his time with the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class, a revised sport-utility that has more bounce to the ounce, but doesn't quite deliver when it comes to th drive. The pair also answer a listener question about the current crop of turbocharged subcompact hot hatches. &lt;br&gt;
This weeks episode is brought to you by the new Roland Gumpert Nathalie. To learn more go to &lt;a href="https://www.rolandgumpert.com/en/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;https://www.rolandgumpert.com/en/&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Chrysler, Pacifica, Pacifica Hybrid, minivan, Mercedes-Benz, GLE-Class, SUV, Mini, Mini Cooper S, Ford Fiesta ST, Ford, Fiesta ST, Hyundai, Veloster N, Hyundai Veloster N</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Minivans get almost no respect on an SUV-laden landscape, but if the 2019 Chrysler Pacific Hybrid is any indication, they are still the best option for families who truly need to maximize space and practicality. Benjamin drives the battery-powered van and discovers all the ways it's a better choice than an SUV for so many buyers. Sami reports back on his time with the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class, a revised sport-utility that has more bounce to the ounce, but doesn't quite deliver when it comes to th drive. The pair also answer a listener question about the current crop of turbocharged subcompact hot hatches. <br>
This weeks episode is brought to you by the new Roland Gumpert Nathalie. To learn more go to <a href="https://www.rolandgumpert.com/en/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.rolandgumpert.com/en/</a></p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Roland Gumpert Nathalie" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.rolandgumpert.com/">Roland Gumpert Nathalie
</a> &mdash; This weeks episode is brought to you by the new electric Roland Gumpert Nathalie. 
</li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Minivans get almost no respect on an SUV-laden landscape, but if the 2019 Chrysler Pacific Hybrid is any indication, they are still the best option for families who truly need to maximize space and practicality. Benjamin drives the battery-powered van and discovers all the ways it's a better choice than an SUV for so many buyers. Sami reports back on his time with the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class, a revised sport-utility that has more bounce to the ounce, but doesn't quite deliver when it comes to th drive. The pair also answer a listener question about the current crop of turbocharged subcompact hot hatches. <br>
This weeks episode is brought to you by the new Roland Gumpert Nathalie. To learn more go to <a href="https://www.rolandgumpert.com/en/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.rolandgumpert.com/en/</a></p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Roland Gumpert Nathalie" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.rolandgumpert.com/">Roland Gumpert Nathalie
</a> &mdash; This weeks episode is brought to you by the new electric Roland Gumpert Nathalie. 
</li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 137: 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata, 2020 Hyundai Palisade, RIP Benjamin's Datsun Motor</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/137</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 15 Sep 2019 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/8e490d6d-ca5c-474a-b525-0e3d91248a0d.mp3" length="48430501" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Benjamin falls in love all over again with the 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata's rev-happy engine, Sami slips under the 2020 Hyundai Palisade's luxury spell, and a certain Datsun motor gives up the ghost after four decades of exemplary service.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>50:26</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/8/8e490d6d-ca5c-474a-b525-0e3d91248a0d/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Is the 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata's new motor a worthy upgrade over the previous 4-cylinder? Benjamin certainly thinks so - to the point where it changes the entire character of the car for the better. Sami then dives deep into the 2020 Hyundai Palisade SUV and wonders how such a luxurious three-row hauler came to market without a Genesis badge. Finally, the pair pay their respects to Benjamin's Datsun engine, which died doing what it loved at Watkins Glen International Raceway this past week. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Also - Porsche book contest winners! &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Porsche, Datsun, Hyundai, Palisade, SUV, Mazda, Miata, MX-5, roadster, contest</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Is the 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata's new motor a worthy upgrade over the previous 4-cylinder? Benjamin certainly thinks so - to the point where it changes the entire character of the car for the better. Sami then dives deep into the 2020 Hyundai Palisade SUV and wonders how such a luxurious three-row hauler came to market without a Genesis badge. Finally, the pair pay their respects to Benjamin's Datsun engine, which died doing what it loved at Watkins Glen International Raceway this past week. </p>

<p>Also - Porsche book contest winners!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="A YEAR ON THE RACE TRACK IN A VINTAGE CAR: WHAT DID IT COST ME?" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.drivingline.com/articles/a-year-on-the-race-track-in-a-vintage-car-what-did-it-cost-me/">A YEAR ON THE RACE TRACK IN A VINTAGE CAR: WHAT DID IT COST ME?
</a> &mdash; Four years later, almost all of the bugs have been worked out of my 1978 Datsun 280Z. A series of upgrades have left the engine largely untouched, but the driveline and the suspension have been built to withstand the perils of high performance driving. Now that I am past the stage of correcting the issues that crop up on any secondhand automobile (deferred maintenance, design defects), I thought it would be interesting to examine what it cost me, in terms of time, toil, and treasure, to keep a 41 year old automobile in fighting shape during a full summer of on-track abuse.
</li><li><a title="2019 Mazda MX-5 Review" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.autotrader.ca/expert/20191030/2019-mazda-mx-5-review/">2019 Mazda MX-5 Review
</a> &mdash; The Mazda MX-5 adds horsepower for 2019, addressing one of the most common complaints from people who’ve never actually driven the car. Is the extra output more of a good thing, capable of pushing the world’s most popular roadster to the next level where it can better hang with the current crop of sports cars? Or is it too much sauce slathered on top of an already excellent recipe?
</li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Is the 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata's new motor a worthy upgrade over the previous 4-cylinder? Benjamin certainly thinks so - to the point where it changes the entire character of the car for the better. Sami then dives deep into the 2020 Hyundai Palisade SUV and wonders how such a luxurious three-row hauler came to market without a Genesis badge. Finally, the pair pay their respects to Benjamin's Datsun engine, which died doing what it loved at Watkins Glen International Raceway this past week. </p>

<p>Also - Porsche book contest winners!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="A YEAR ON THE RACE TRACK IN A VINTAGE CAR: WHAT DID IT COST ME?" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.drivingline.com/articles/a-year-on-the-race-track-in-a-vintage-car-what-did-it-cost-me/">A YEAR ON THE RACE TRACK IN A VINTAGE CAR: WHAT DID IT COST ME?
</a> &mdash; Four years later, almost all of the bugs have been worked out of my 1978 Datsun 280Z. A series of upgrades have left the engine largely untouched, but the driveline and the suspension have been built to withstand the perils of high performance driving. Now that I am past the stage of correcting the issues that crop up on any secondhand automobile (deferred maintenance, design defects), I thought it would be interesting to examine what it cost me, in terms of time, toil, and treasure, to keep a 41 year old automobile in fighting shape during a full summer of on-track abuse.
</li><li><a title="2019 Mazda MX-5 Review" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.autotrader.ca/expert/20191030/2019-mazda-mx-5-review/">2019 Mazda MX-5 Review
</a> &mdash; The Mazda MX-5 adds horsepower for 2019, addressing one of the most common complaints from people who’ve never actually driven the car. Is the extra output more of a good thing, capable of pushing the world’s most popular roadster to the next level where it can better hang with the current crop of sports cars? Or is it too much sauce slathered on top of an already excellent recipe?
</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 123:  2019 Hyundai Veloster N, What's Next For N Performance</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/123</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jun 2019 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/a1c2beac-ffe1-416c-add7-985ae2a90714.mp3" length="38132404" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Benjamin drives the 2019 Hyundai Veloster N, and Sami tries to convince him that the Honda Civic Type R is the better hot hatch. Is this the end of their friendship?</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>39:43</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/a/a1c2beac-ffe1-416c-add7-985ae2a90714/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Benjamin falls in love with the rowdy 2019 Hyundai Veloster N, and is convinced it's the most fun hot hatch on the market. Sami thinks Benjamin might be crazy. The pair also discuss the future of the N Performance brand, and what vehicles might be ripe for their own N treatment. &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Veloster N, Honda, Civic Type R, Type R, hot hatch, N Performance</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin falls in love with the rowdy 2019 Hyundai Veloster N, and is convinced it's the most fun hot hatch on the market. Sami thinks Benjamin might be crazy. The pair also discuss the future of the N Performance brand, and what vehicles might be ripe for their own N treatment.</p>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin falls in love with the rowdy 2019 Hyundai Veloster N, and is convinced it's the most fun hot hatch on the market. Sami thinks Benjamin might be crazy. The pair also discuss the future of the N Performance brand, and what vehicles might be ripe for their own N treatment.</p>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 115: 2020 Hyundai Sonata, 2020 Land Rover Ranger Evoque</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/115</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 07 Apr 2019 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/8ccf9f81-46ca-4446-b82e-74f5041fe442.mp3" length="45365188" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Sami flys all the way to Seoul, South Korea, to drive the 2020 Hyundai Sonata while Benjamin heads to Athens, Greece, to try out the redesigned 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque SUV.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>47:15</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/8/8ccf9f81-46ca-4446-b82e-74f5041fe442/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Does Hyundai's return to fashion-forward design have what it takes to push the all-new 2020 Hyundai Sonata back into mid-size family car contention? After a detour to the DMZ, Sami drives through the streets of Seoul, Korea, to find out. Benjamin heads to the Mediterranean to put the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque SUV through its paces up treacherous foggy mountains and down perilous off-road trails. &lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Sonata, Land Rover, Range Rover, Evoque, SUV, Korea</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Does Hyundai's return to fashion-forward design have what it takes to push the all-new 2020 Hyundai Sonata back into mid-size family car contention? After a detour to the DMZ, Sami drives through the streets of Seoul, Korea, to find out. Benjamin heads to the Mediterranean to put the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque SUV through its paces up treacherous foggy mountains and down perilous off-road trails.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="2020 Hyundai Sonata First Drive Review" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.autoguide.com/manufacturer/hyundai/2020-hyundai-sonata-first-drive-review">2020 Hyundai Sonata First Drive Review
</a> &mdash; The 2020 Hyundai Sonata has combined all of the many lessons learned over the past few years and is once again at the top of its game, delivering fantastic value, jaw-dropping style, and comfortable drivability.
</li><li><a title="2020 Range Rover Evoque Review" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.autoguide.com/manufacturer/land-rover/2020-range-rover-evoque-review">2020 Range Rover Evoque Review
</a> &mdash; It’s quiet at the top of the rain-soaked mud-and-gravel track that’s been carved out of the Grecian hillside. The auto start/stop system outfitted to the Range Rover Evoque SUV has killed the engine, leaving my co-driver, Ken, and myself to ponder the very existence of the path forward – obscured entirely, as it is now, by some of the thickest fog the Aegean can conjure and then hurl up at the peaks that frame this sliver of the Mediterranean.
</li></ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Does Hyundai's return to fashion-forward design have what it takes to push the all-new 2020 Hyundai Sonata back into mid-size family car contention? After a detour to the DMZ, Sami drives through the streets of Seoul, Korea, to find out. Benjamin heads to the Mediterranean to put the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque SUV through its paces up treacherous foggy mountains and down perilous off-road trails.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="2020 Hyundai Sonata First Drive Review" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.autoguide.com/manufacturer/hyundai/2020-hyundai-sonata-first-drive-review">2020 Hyundai Sonata First Drive Review
</a> &mdash; The 2020 Hyundai Sonata has combined all of the many lessons learned over the past few years and is once again at the top of its game, delivering fantastic value, jaw-dropping style, and comfortable drivability.
</li><li><a title="2020 Range Rover Evoque Review" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.autoguide.com/manufacturer/land-rover/2020-range-rover-evoque-review">2020 Range Rover Evoque Review
</a> &mdash; It’s quiet at the top of the rain-soaked mud-and-gravel track that’s been carved out of the Grecian hillside. The auto start/stop system outfitted to the Range Rover Evoque SUV has killed the engine, leaving my co-driver, Ken, and myself to ponder the very existence of the path forward – obscured entirely, as it is now, by some of the thickest fog the Aegean can conjure and then hurl up at the peaks that frame this sliver of the Mediterranean.
</li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 104: 2019 Hyunda Santa Fe Showdown, 2019 Ford Edge ST, 2019 Kia Forte</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/104</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jan 2019 10:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/9d435a07-e95f-45e4-a5ab-09a0b4bdf373.mp3" length="39642909" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Both Benjamin and Sami drive the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV and put it head-to-head, with surprising results. Sami then bemoans the death of fun with the 2019 Ford Edge ST, while Benjamin gets a brief taste of the 2019 Kia Forte sedan.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>41:17</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Is the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe a pretty face or a middling contender in the SUV sweepstakes? Benjamin and Sami can't agree - but they have fun trying to convince each other to see the light. One thing's for certain: Sami can't wrap his mind around the under-baked 2019 Ford Edge ST 'performance' SUV that he also drove last week. Benjamin cleanses the palate with a short, but sweet time behind the wheel of the 2019 Kia Forte sedan, the best-selling Kia in America. &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Hyundai, Santa Fe, SUV, Ford, Edge, ST, Kia, Forte</itunes:keywords>
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  <title>Episode 97: 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk, 2019 Hyundai Veloster N, SUV Lightning Round</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/97</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 11 Nov 2018 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Benjamin spends a week in the real-world - not a race track - with the 707 horsepower 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk, while Sami hits up trio of SUVs for the Lightning Round. The pair also discuss the significance of the 2019 Hyundai Veloster N high performance hatchback.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>47:12</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Can you drive the 707 horsepower Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk at near-freezing temperatures on rain-slicked roads and not fall prey to its supercharged, world-killing drivetrain? Benjamin discovers that the answer is yes after a week behind the wheel in chilly Montreal. The pair also get deep with the 2019 Hyundai Veloster N, a hot hatch that's poised to shake up the established order, before Sami does his best to survive the Lightning Round when talking about the Honda CR-V, the Mazda CX-5, and the Subaru Forester. &lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>Can you drive the 707 horsepower Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk at near-freezing temperatures on rain-slicked roads and not fall prey to its supercharged, world-killing drivetrain? Benjamin discovers that the answer is yes after a week behind the wheel in chilly Montreal. The pair also get deep with the 2019 Hyundai Veloster N, a hot hatch that's poised to shake up the established order, before Sami does his best to survive the Lightning Round when talking about the Honda CR-V, the Mazda CX-5, and the Subaru Forester.</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Can you drive the 707 horsepower Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk at near-freezing temperatures on rain-slicked roads and not fall prey to its supercharged, world-killing drivetrain? Benjamin discovers that the answer is yes after a week behind the wheel in chilly Montreal. The pair also get deep with the 2019 Hyundai Veloster N, a hot hatch that's poised to shake up the established order, before Sami does his best to survive the Lightning Round when talking about the Honda CR-V, the Mazda CX-5, and the Subaru Forester.</p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 76: Strange Yet Amazing 2018 BMW 640i GT, 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Applebees In Your Car</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/76</link>
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  <pubDate>Sat, 16 Jun 2018 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
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  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Benjamin and Sami marvel over the totally bizarre, yet surprisingly amazing 2018 BMW 640i Gran Turismo, while Sami also talks about the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Oh, and you can now order Applebees from your car.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>45:19</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;The 2018 BMW 640i Gran Turismo is perhaps the most bizarre BMW also built - and yet, somehow, perhaps the most useful vehicle in the company's current line-up. Both Benjamin and Sami have their minds completely blown by this baffling, and amazing, automobile. Also on deck: Sami spends a week with the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and the pair try to figure out who, exactly, needs to order Applebees directly from their car's touchscreen, which you can now do in a brand new Hyundai, and why Porsche named the Mission E the 'Taycan.' &lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>The 2018 BMW 640i Gran Turismo is perhaps the most bizarre BMW also built - and yet, somehow, perhaps the most useful vehicle in the company's current line-up. Both Benjamin and Sami have their minds completely blown by this baffling, and amazing, automobile. Also on deck: Sami spends a week with the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and the pair try to figure out who, exactly, needs to order Applebees directly from their car's touchscreen, which you can now do in a brand new Hyundai, and why Porsche named the Mission E the 'Taycan.'</p>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>The 2018 BMW 640i Gran Turismo is perhaps the most bizarre BMW also built - and yet, somehow, perhaps the most useful vehicle in the company's current line-up. Both Benjamin and Sami have their minds completely blown by this baffling, and amazing, automobile. Also on deck: Sami spends a week with the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and the pair try to figure out who, exactly, needs to order Applebees directly from their car's touchscreen, which you can now do in a brand new Hyundai, and why Porsche named the Mission E the 'Taycan.'</p>]]>
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  <title>Bonus Episode - 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo First Drive</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/bonus-episode-2019-hyundai-veloster-turbo-first-drive</link>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 21 May 2018 00:15:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/6bdb5423-d6d3-4656-9b21-639bb3637a81.mp3" length="19096059" type="audio/mp3"/>
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  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Bonus Episode! Benjamin drives the all-new 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo - here's everything you need to know.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>19:19</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;The embargo has lifted and we can finally talk about the 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo - and boy, do we have a lot to say. &lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>The embargo has lifted and we can finally talk about the 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo - and boy, do we have a lot to say.</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>The embargo has lifted and we can finally talk about the 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo - and boy, do we have a lot to say.</p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 61: 2018 Audi R8 RWS, 2018 Buick Regal GS, 2019 Buick Envision, Hyundai's Sound System Takeover</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/61</link>
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  <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2018 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/495087d6-9551-4ddd-a36a-526a6a2e7b60.mp3" length="48935938" type="audio/mp3"/>
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  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Sami heads to Spain to drive the 2018 Audi R8 RWS, the rear-wheel drive version of the German brand's supercar, while Benjamin drives both the 2018 Buick Regal GS and the 2019 Buick Envision SUV, both of which have been redesigned. The pair also talk about Hyundai's weird new patent for taking over the stereo systems of neighboring cars so that you can start a 'speaker gang' with fellow Hyundai owners.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>50:24</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/f/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/episodes/4/495087d6-9551-4ddd-a36a-526a6a2e7b60/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;Is it smart to sell a version of your halo car that subtracts the one factor that your brand is known for above all else? Sami pilots the rear-wheel drive 2018 Audi R8 RWS in Spain and comes back to tell Benjamin what he thinks about Audi's gambit. Benjamin, meanwhile, spends time behind the wheel of the completely redesigned 2018 Buick Regal GS and discovers that it's a lot better than anyone would expect. He also drives the 2019 Buick Envision, the 'oldest' new car in the Buick fleet. Finally, Hyundai decides that everyone's car stereos should be linked together, and then patents that idea. &lt;/p&gt;
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</a> &mdash; This is the new Audi R8 RWS, a rear-wheel-drive model of the brand’s halo supercar. The German automaker says that this is how to properly experience the mid-engined, V10 powered marvel in its purest form (and customers have been begging for it), so we set out to Madrid to see if they got it right.
</li><li><a title="2018 Buick Regal GS Review and First Drive" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.autoguide.com/manufacturer/buick/2018-buick-regal-gs-review-and-first-drive">2018 Buick Regal GS Review and First Drive
</a> &mdash; The 2018 Buick Regal GS is a continuation of the company’s plan to occupy gaps in a bid accumulate cross-segment sales rather than dominate with any one particular model. The sport-oriented mid-size GS hatch serves as the third and final prong in the Regal TourX and Regal Sportback trident that aims to skewer a trio of prospective buyers with a single family of wallet-friendly options.
</li><li><a title="2019 Buick Envision Review and First Drive" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.autoguide.com/manufacturer/buick/2019-buick-envision-review-and-first-drive">2019 Buick Envision Review and First Drive
</a> &mdash; Why puff up the Buick Envision now after a mere 24 months of sales? Because as young as it might have seemed to North American shoppers, the Envision was actually the oldest member of the Buick family, with models like the Enclave and the Regal having been completely redesigned within the last year.
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    <![CDATA[<p>Is it smart to sell a version of your halo car that subtracts the one factor that your brand is known for above all else? Sami pilots the rear-wheel drive 2018 Audi R8 RWS in Spain and comes back to tell Benjamin what he thinks about Audi's gambit. Benjamin, meanwhile, spends time behind the wheel of the completely redesigned 2018 Buick Regal GS and discovers that it's a lot better than anyone would expect. He also drives the 2019 Buick Envision, the 'oldest' new car in the Buick fleet. Finally, Hyundai decides that everyone's car stereos should be linked together, and then patents that idea.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="2018 Audi R8 RWS Review" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.autoguide.com/manufacturer/audi/2018-audi-r8-rws-review">2018 Audi R8 RWS Review
</a> &mdash; This is the new Audi R8 RWS, a rear-wheel-drive model of the brand’s halo supercar. The German automaker says that this is how to properly experience the mid-engined, V10 powered marvel in its purest form (and customers have been begging for it), so we set out to Madrid to see if they got it right.
</li><li><a title="2018 Buick Regal GS Review and First Drive" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.autoguide.com/manufacturer/buick/2018-buick-regal-gs-review-and-first-drive">2018 Buick Regal GS Review and First Drive
</a> &mdash; The 2018 Buick Regal GS is a continuation of the company’s plan to occupy gaps in a bid accumulate cross-segment sales rather than dominate with any one particular model. The sport-oriented mid-size GS hatch serves as the third and final prong in the Regal TourX and Regal Sportback trident that aims to skewer a trio of prospective buyers with a single family of wallet-friendly options.
</li><li><a title="2019 Buick Envision Review and First Drive" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.autoguide.com/manufacturer/buick/2019-buick-envision-review-and-first-drive">2019 Buick Envision Review and First Drive
</a> &mdash; Why puff up the Buick Envision now after a mere 24 months of sales? Because as young as it might have seemed to North American shoppers, the Envision was actually the oldest member of the Buick family, with models like the Enclave and the Regal having been completely redesigned within the last year.
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  <title>Episode 55: Live From The 2018 Detroit Auto Show</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/55</link>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2018 18:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/4e4d20c2-c78d-4638-ac00-fc1f4dc5e296.mp3" length="35715395" type="audio/mp3"/>
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  <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Sami and Benjamin make the rounds of the 2018 Detroit Auto Show and talk about the most important new car, truck, and SUV debuts.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>36:38</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;The North American International Auto Show in Detroit is the largest gathering of automakers in the country, and each year it brings with it a packed slate of new vehicle debuts. Benjamin and Sami hit the highlights and lowlights of this year's show, including new concepts, cars, trucks, and SUVs from Lexus, Ford, Acura, Volkswagen, Ram, Kia, Hyundai, Nissan, Infiniti, and Toyota. &lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>The North American International Auto Show in Detroit is the largest gathering of automakers in the country, and each year it brings with it a packed slate of new vehicle debuts. Benjamin and Sami hit the highlights and lowlights of this year's show, including new concepts, cars, trucks, and SUVs from Lexus, Ford, Acura, Volkswagen, Ram, Kia, Hyundai, Nissan, Infiniti, and Toyota.</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>The North American International Auto Show in Detroit is the largest gathering of automakers in the country, and each year it brings with it a packed slate of new vehicle debuts. Benjamin and Sami hit the highlights and lowlights of this year's show, including new concepts, cars, trucks, and SUVs from Lexus, Ford, Acura, Volkswagen, Ram, Kia, Hyundai, Nissan, Infiniti, and Toyota.</p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 44: 2018 Hyundai Accent, Toyota Camry vs. Hyundai Sonata, Honda Civic Type R, Nissan Micra</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/44</link>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 06 Nov 2017 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/f816bf69-0905-4902-8dfe-74585144af6d/44997ede-2874-4e71-8680-4b9f6d1f3f69.mp3" length="47592439" type="audio/mp3"/>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Benjamin heads to Las Vegas to drive the all-new 2018 Hyundai Accent, while Sami pits the Toyota Camry and the Hyundai Sonata head-to-head in a battle of the family sedans that yields surprising results. Benjamin also spends time with both the Honda Civic Type R and the Nissan Micra on the wet, cold streets of Montreal.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>49:00</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Can the 2018 Hyundai Accent stay relevant in a world where people seem exclusively interested in crossovers and SUVs? Benjamin had the chance to drive the redesigned Accent in the Nevada desert and came back with some insights on the future of small cars in America. Sami stayed home for an in-depth comparison of the Toyota Camry versus the Hyundai Sonata, and was shocked by how the challenger has unseated the juggernaut of family sedan sales. Finally, Benjamin gets his first taste of the Honda Civic Type R, and spills the beans on a Canada-only secret: the Nissan Micra. &lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>Can the 2018 Hyundai Accent stay relevant in a world where people seem exclusively interested in crossovers and SUVs? Benjamin had the chance to drive the redesigned Accent in the Nevada desert and came back with some insights on the future of small cars in America. Sami stayed home for an in-depth comparison of the Toyota Camry versus the Hyundai Sonata, and was shocked by how the challenger has unseated the juggernaut of family sedan sales. Finally, Benjamin gets his first taste of the Honda Civic Type R, and spills the beans on a Canada-only secret: the Nissan Micra.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="2018 Hyundai Accent Review and First Drive" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.autoguide.com/manufacturer/hyundai/2018-hyundai-accent-review-and-first-drive">2018 Hyundai Accent Review and First Drive
</a> &mdash; It’s a symptom of the universe that the slow death of small cars in the United States is heralded by perhaps the best crop of safe, efficient, and affordable compact and subcompact vehicles to have ever been available to budget-conscious buyers.
</li><li><a title="Honda Civic Type R vs Subaru WRX STI vs VW Golf R vs Ford Focus RS: Sport Compact Comparison" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.autoguide.com/car-comparisons/sport-compact-comparison-civic-type-r-vs-wrx-sti-vs-golf-r-vs-focus-rs">Honda Civic Type R vs Subaru WRX STI vs VW Golf R vs Ford Focus RS: Sport Compact Comparison
</a> &mdash; Spend any time in the 2017 Honda Civic Type R and you’ll quickly realize that it’s probably the best sport compact car money can buy.
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    <![CDATA[<p>Can the 2018 Hyundai Accent stay relevant in a world where people seem exclusively interested in crossovers and SUVs? Benjamin had the chance to drive the redesigned Accent in the Nevada desert and came back with some insights on the future of small cars in America. Sami stayed home for an in-depth comparison of the Toyota Camry versus the Hyundai Sonata, and was shocked by how the challenger has unseated the juggernaut of family sedan sales. Finally, Benjamin gets his first taste of the Honda Civic Type R, and spills the beans on a Canada-only secret: the Nissan Micra.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="2018 Hyundai Accent Review and First Drive" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.autoguide.com/manufacturer/hyundai/2018-hyundai-accent-review-and-first-drive">2018 Hyundai Accent Review and First Drive
</a> &mdash; It’s a symptom of the universe that the slow death of small cars in the United States is heralded by perhaps the best crop of safe, efficient, and affordable compact and subcompact vehicles to have ever been available to budget-conscious buyers.
</li><li><a title="Honda Civic Type R vs Subaru WRX STI vs VW Golf R vs Ford Focus RS: Sport Compact Comparison" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.autoguide.com/car-comparisons/sport-compact-comparison-civic-type-r-vs-wrx-sti-vs-golf-r-vs-focus-rs">Honda Civic Type R vs Subaru WRX STI vs VW Golf R vs Ford Focus RS: Sport Compact Comparison
</a> &mdash; Spend any time in the 2017 Honda Civic Type R and you’ll quickly realize that it’s probably the best sport compact car money can buy.
</li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 36: Chad Kirchner, Audi R8 Spyder, Volvo V90, Civic Si Vs Elantra GT, Woodward Dream Cruise</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/36</link>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 04 Sep 2017 11:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Guest Chad Kirchner of the Future Motoring podcast joins us this week to discuss the Audi R8 Spyder, the Volvo V90, and the Woodward Dream Cruise. Sami and Chad also debate the finer points of comparing the Honda Civic Si to the Hyundai Elantra GT</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:03:12</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Guest Chad Kirchner of the Future Motoring podcast joins us this week to discuss the Audi R8 Spyder, the Volvo V90, and the Woodward Dream Cruise. Sami and Chad also debate the finer points of comparing the Honda Civic Si to the Hyundai Elantra GT.&lt;img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/UnnamedAutomotivePodcast/~4/HBTjL_vvbAo" height="1" width="1" alt=""&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>Guest Chad Kirchner of the Future Motoring podcast joins us this week to discuss the Audi R8 Spyder, the Volvo V90, and the Woodward Dream Cruise. Sami and Chad also debate the finer points of comparing the Honda Civic Si to the Hyundai Elantra GT.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/UnnamedAutomotivePodcast/~4/HBTjL_vvbAo" height="1" width="1" alt=""></p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="2017 Audi R8 Spyder review for SlashGear" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.slashgear.com/2017-audi-r8-spyder-review-almost-no-compromises-19500718/">2017 Audi R8 Spyder review for SlashGear
</a> &mdash; Asphalt-scraping, bone-jarring suspension setups, blind spots the size of a refrigerator, and the constant danger of reckless drivers zooming from two lanes over to snap a photo while hanging inches off the bumper are hazards anyone who elects to daily drive their six-figure sports car regularly face.
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    <![CDATA[<p>Guest Chad Kirchner of the Future Motoring podcast joins us this week to discuss the Audi R8 Spyder, the Volvo V90, and the Woodward Dream Cruise. Sami and Chad also debate the finer points of comparing the Honda Civic Si to the Hyundai Elantra GT.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/UnnamedAutomotivePodcast/~4/HBTjL_vvbAo" height="1" width="1" alt=""></p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="2017 Audi R8 Spyder review for SlashGear" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.slashgear.com/2017-audi-r8-spyder-review-almost-no-compromises-19500718/">2017 Audi R8 Spyder review for SlashGear
</a> &mdash; Asphalt-scraping, bone-jarring suspension setups, blind spots the size of a refrigerator, and the constant danger of reckless drivers zooming from two lanes over to snap a photo while hanging inches off the bumper are hazards anyone who elects to daily drive their six-figure sports car regularly face.
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