Unnamed Automotive Podcast

Episode 323: 2024 Audi RS6 Avant Performance + RS7 Sportback Performance, 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6

July 2nd, 2023  |  41 mins 41 secs

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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.

Episode 316: Guest Host Chad Kirchner, 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6, How Realistic Is The All-EV Future

May 7th, 2023  |  1 hr 1 min

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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.

Episode 309: 2023 Hyundai Palisade, 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT

March 12th, 2023  |  44 mins 36 secs

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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.

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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

November 27th, 2022  |  30 mins 23 secs

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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.

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

October 6th, 2022  |  44 mins 28 secs

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

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

September 6th, 2022  |  48 mins 26 secs

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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.

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Episode 284: 2022 Hyundai Elantra N, 2022 Genesis GV60

August 30th, 2022  |  39 mins 46 secs

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

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

May 22nd, 2022  |  38 mins 17 secs

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

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

March 13th, 2022  |  44 mins 15 secs

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

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

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

January 9th, 2022  |  54 mins 22 secs

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

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