Unnamed Automotive Podcast

Episode 306: 2023 Honda Passport Trailsport, 2023 Subaru Legacy Touring XT, Secrets Of Bulletproof Cars

February 19th, 2023  |  53 mins 4 secs

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What do Honda SUVs, Subaru sedans and bulletproof rides have in common? Nothing much, except they're the subjects of conversation on this week's episode of the Unnamed Automotive Podcast! Sami talks about the 2023 Honda Passport Trailsport, Benjamin ponders the usefulness of the 2023 Subaru Legacy XT, before the guys talk about armored and bullet-proof vehicles, what's involved in building them, and who actually needs such a service. Thanks for listening!

Episode 299: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV, 2023 Subaru Ascent, Racing With Rich Energy Book Giveaway, Listener Shout-Outs

December 18th, 2022  |  46 mins 16 secs

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Benjamin shares his recent experience in the 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV, which introduces a new acronym to an industry completely devoid of confusion (not!). Then Sami, fresh off a date with the 2023 Subaru Ascent, explains what went right and wrong with the Japanese three row crossover. Listen and enjoy, but don't forget to enter the contest for a cool book!

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 293: 2022 Subaru WRX, 2022 Volkswagen Golf R

November 6th, 2022  |  33 mins 9 secs

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

Episode 277: 2022 Toyota Sienna, 2022 Subaru Forester WILDerness, The Future Of Mercedes-Benz And Car Tech

June 26th, 2022  |  45 mins 39 secs

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Sami dives into the 2022 Toyota Sienna minivan, a family friendly three row that he's adamant is still worth checking out during the age of the crossover. Then Benjamin talks about the go-anywhere attitude of the 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness, and whether it's a load of mud or the real deal. Finally the two discuss an interesting interview with Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Källenius.

Listen, subscribe and check in with the guys on social for the whole experience!

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

April 10th, 2022  |  49 mins 22 secs

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

Episode 265: 2022 Volkswagen Taos, No More WRX STI, Acura Integra Sadness, This Or That Game Sami Edition

March 20th, 2022  |  40 mins 4 secs

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Your (hopefully) favorite podcasting duo is back again this week talking all about (what else?) cars! First Benjamin describes his week in the subcompact 2022 Volkjswagen Taos, which is meant to fill a Golf-sized hole in the German automakers lineup. While it looks small, it actually seems to have a ton of space, and features pretty solid fuel economy, but how does it drive? Benjamin bares all (about the Taos, that is.)

Then the pair discuss all the latest automotive news, including sad-inducing info about the next generation Subaru WRX STI and Acura Integra, before Sami gets a taste of his own This-or-That medicine, Benjamin-style. Listen to it all right here, and don't forget to subscribe and contact us!

Episode 260: 2022 Volkswagen Golf R, 2022 Subaru Ascent. Utes

February 6th, 2022  |  50 mins 53 secs

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Benjamin isn't done with sporty compacts, as this week he gets hands-on with the redesigned 2022 Volkswagen Golf R. Despite more power and updated exterior styling, hear why he has some harsh words for VW and its enthusiast car. Sami chimes in with his thoughts on the Subaru Ascent, which was a successful re-entry into the world of three-row crossovers, but now feels a bit basic in some ways.

Finally, Sami and Benjamin get nostalgic thinking of all the 'utes we used to have, and how they all left us for more lucrative parts of the world. Listen, review, and reach out to us through our website UnnamedAutomotivePodcast.com

Episode 251: 2022 Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Label, 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness, 2022 Nissan Rogue

November 28th, 2021  |  43 mins 46 secs

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It's a packed show this week with three all new cars to talk about. First Sami discusses his experience with the 2022 Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge, a car with a confusing yet effective identity, and the pair try to decide where 'living a different lifestyle at night' is merely code for 'super-posh murder-ride.' Next up it's Benjamin with the the 2022 Subaru Outback WILDerness, a quirky trim for a once-quirky crossover that is trying to regain that funky car mojo. Finally Sami reveals how worried he is that the new 2022 Nissan Rogue's now standard three cylinder turbocharged engine is misleading shoppers.

Episode 239: 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2021 Subaru Outback Wilderness

August 29th, 2021  |  40 mins 44 secs

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Benjamin and Sami go into bizarro world, talking about new versions of cars that are currently in their own garage, but far different from what they're used to: the brand new 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (and all of its screens), and the 2021 Subaru Outback Wilderness.