Unnamed Automotive Podcast

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.

Listen, subscribe and message us over at UnnamedAutomotivePodcast.com

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.

Episode 280: 2022 Kia EV6, Sami's Jordan Cars, Cadillac Says Hush About Lyriq, Weird Blazer EV Features, Confusing Toyota Crowns, Hazy Honda Pilot Memories

July 24th, 2022  |  50 mins 7 secs

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The guys have returned from their vacations with a bunch of stories to tell. First they catch up, describing their travels and all the cool cars they saw on the road, before diving into a review of the new 2022 Kia EV6, which is mechanically identical to the Hyundai IONIQ 5 but with 20 more miles of range! Hear why the Kia can do more with the same equipment, and what quirk had Benjamin fuming during his test drive. Then the two talk about the latest automotive news including Cadillac's NDAs and the new Toyota Crown.

Listen, laugh and send us a note or review, we love to hear from our listeners!

Episode 279: 2022 Toyota Tundra, 2022 Porsche Panamera Platinum, Crazy Sales Numbers

July 10th, 2022  |  44 mins 40 secs

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Benjamin reviews the redesigned 2022 Toyota Tundra, which has finally evolved from the Jurassic era with a turbocharged V6 and a somewhat usable infotainment system. The Sami talks about what makes the new 2022 Porsche Panamera Platinum Edition an interesting addition to a very competitive segment. The pair also dive into the dark world of Porsche and Toyota's secret sales shame.

It's all car talk all the time with these two, so why not get in touch or drop the guys a tip on Ko-Fi?

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 274: 2022 Toyota GR 86, Sami's Monaco F1 Adventure. Endless New Car Announcements, Listener Questions

June 5th, 2022  |  49 mins 38 secs

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It's a dive into everything speedy and fun, starting with Benjamin's experience in the 2022 Toyota GR86, a lightweight coupe that succeeds the Toyobaru twins that captured the hearts of the automotive enthusiast landscape 10 years ago. Then Sami chats about his first F1 experience in Monaco of all places, before the duo goes all in on the recent news of the automotive industry in a fun lightning round.