Unnamed Automotive Podcast

Episode 325: 2023 BMW M340i xDrive, 2023 Toyota Tundra SR5, 2023 Honda Ridgeline, Brazilian Dodge Charger

July 15th, 2023  |  50 mins 36 secs

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The Unnamed Automotive Podcast storms into your home ears with more cool car talk, including Benjamin's road tripping experience in the 2023 BMW M340i. With a thorough refresh, is the German sport sedan better or worse with its new mission statement?

Then Sami discusses his moving experience in two vastly different trucks. First the 2023 Honda Ridgeline Black Edition, and it's condo appropriate size, and then the 2023 Toyota Tundra SR5 and it's huge burly wheel arches. Finally, Benjamin talks feverishly about his ride in a Brazilian Dodge Charger. Thanks for listening!

Episode 322: 2023 Toyota GR Corolla, 2023 Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato

June 25th, 2023  |  49 mins 35 secs

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There's plenty of joy this week on the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, starting with the rally inspired 2023 Toyota GR Corolla, where Benjamin answers questions like "what is GR?", "is Toyota really all-in with enthusiast cars?" and "can a Corolla be cool?" Then Sami exotically shares his thoughts on driving the 2024 Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato, an off-road version of the Huracan supercar, which marks the end of the nameplate's era. Thanks for listening!

Episode 320: 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, 2023 Lexus RX 350h Hybrid, 800 Miles Of Hands-Free Cadillac Escalade Towing

June 11th, 2023  |  53 mins 16 secs

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Will the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander cannibalize sales of the normal Highlander? That's what the guys talk about first this week on the Unnamed Automotive Podcast. The new Toyota may boast three usable seats, and three powertrain options, but how useful is this crossover? Then Benjamin chimes in with his experience in the 2023 Lexus RX 350h, before discussing how to tow without using your hands hands thanks to his recent test of the Cadillac Escalade with Super Cruise. Thanks for listening!

Episode 318: 2023 Toyota Supra Manual 6MT, 2024 Jaguar F-Type 75, Jeep Grand Wagoneer Restomod Towing Experience

May 28th, 2023  |  54 mins 42 secs

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This week, we have plenty of speed to talk about, as Benjamin starts things off with his review of the manual-equipped 2023 Toyota GR Supra. Does this three-pedalled, German-built, Japanese designed coupe pass Benjamin's high standards for a sports car? Then Sami chimes in with his take on the 2024 Jaguar F-Type 75, a coupe that harks back to Jaguar's impressive history, and points to an uncertain future. Finally, to close things off, Benjamin shares his harrowing experience towing with his personal Jeep Grand Wagoneer restomod. Thanks for listening, and be sure to visit the site for more info.

Episode 315: 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

April 30th, 2023  |  27 mins 32 secs

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It's a tale as old as time - two hybrid crossovers go at it this week, with the 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid taking on the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. Does the new Honda have what it takes to dethrone Toyotas ever-popular offering?

Episode 308: 2023 Toyota Mirai Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car, Why Hydrogen Doesn't Make Sense, Toyota Museum, Funky Toyota Sera Stereo

March 5th, 2023  |  48 mins 9 secs

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The show starts with Benjamin and the hydrogen-powered 2023 Toyota Mirai, an all-new form of zero-emission vehicle with more limitations that its already worryingly-limited alternative, the battery-electric vehicle. Then after the guys talk about Toyota's stance on ZEV vehicles and mandates, they chat about Sami's recent trip to Cologne, Germany where he oggled cars both funky and casual at the two Toyota Museums he visited.

Episode 304: 2023 Toyota Sienna XSE AWD, 2023 Honda Odyssey

February 5th, 2023  |  46 mins 21 secs

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Its vanapalooza this week at the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, as Benjamin and Sami have a frank and fun discussion about two of the four family-friendly minivans on the market. Benjamin talks about the 2023 Toyota Sienna and its, uh, quirky powertrain, while Sami recounts his experience in the 2023 Honda Odyssey and its funky tech. Be sure to listen, review and subscribe!

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 287: 2022 Lexus LX 600, 2022 Volvo S90 Recharge

September 22nd, 2022  |  51 mins 1 sec

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This week on the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, you'll learn what the golden ratio is, thanks to Benjamin's tireless reporting on the 2022 Lexus LX600. Is this large luxury SUV an off-road monster, or a soft-road cruiser? Does anyone truly know for sure? Then Sami talks about his equally confusing experience in the 2022 Volvo S90 Recharge, which turns out to be a speedy, slick sedan with slow charge speeds and a limited audience.

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Episode 282: 2022 BMW i4 M50, Ford Lightning Towing Tragedy, Toyota GR 86 Engine Explosion, 2023 Chevrolet Colorado, 2023 Ford Maverick Tremor

August 7th, 2022  |  38 mins 49 secs

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Can you endure one more week of Benjamin talking about EVs? We start with his experience in the wild new BMW i4 M50, which boasts over 500 horsepower and even more torque. Benjamin calls it insanely fast, but do all of the changes to this electrified 4 Series work cohesively? Then Sami jumps in to talk about the recent happenings throughout the automotive industry, including EV towing ranges, Toyota warranty denials, and two new pickups from Ford and Chevy.