Unnamed Automotive Podcast

Episode 275: 2022 Honda Ridgeline, 2022 Kia Telluride, Infotainment Sucks, Datsun Z Update

June 12th, 2022  |  42 mins 47 secs

datsun, honda, infotainment, ios, kia, ridgeline, telluride

After rubbing the magical automotive lamp of new vehicles, Sami and Benjamin find themselves in a pair of trucks. First Benjamin shares his thoughts on the recently refreshed 2022 Honda Ridgeline, which is facing a ton of tough competition from the Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz. He answers the question on everyone's mind: is the Ridgeline still relevant ?

Then Sami talks about the 2022 Kia Telluride, which used to be a favorite among critics but now squares off against new rivals from Jeep and Nissan. Sami let's our listeners know if the Kia is still worth mentioning among the best in the segment. Then the two talk automotive news, infotainment interfaces, and share an update on Benjamin's Datsun. Listen and subscribe so you don't miss a beat!

Episode 224: 2021 Mazda CX-9, 2021 Kia Telluride, 2021 Toyota Highlander, 1970 Maximum Muscle Book Review

May 16th, 2021  |  47 mins 17 secs

1970 maximum muscle, acura, book review, cx-9, highlander, kia, mazda, mdx, telluride, toyota

The 2021 Mazda CX-9 punches well above its weight, according to Benjamin, while Sami strives to pinpoint why the 2021 Toyota Highlander sells so well when much better rivals like the 2021 Kia Telluride are out there. The pair also discuss the book '1970 Maximum Muscle' which deals with the apex of the golden age of muscle cars.

Episode 147: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Prototype, 2020 Hyundai Palisade vs. 2020 Kia Telluride, Listener Questions

November 24th, 2019  |  33 mins 59 secs

2 series, 2 series gran coupe, bmw, hyundai, kia, palisade, prototype, suv, telluride

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!

Episode 126: VW Autostadt Tour, 2019 Volkswagen Arteon, 2020 Kia Telluride

June 23rd, 2019  |  42 mins 27 secs

arteon, autostadt, germany, kia, korea, suv, telluride, volkswagen, vw

Benjamin visits the Volkswagen Autostadt in Wolfsburg, Germany, where he also drives the 2019 VW Arteon. Sami samples the all-new 2020 Kia Telluride SUV. Also, sleep deprivation.