Episode 275: 2022 Honda Ridgeline, 2022 Kia Telluride, Infotainment Sucks, Datsun Z Update
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!
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Show Notes
They shook the magic eight ball and it came up "trucks." Sami and Benjamin dive into some rugged, practical machines this week, with Mr.Hunting starting with a closer look at the 2022 Honda Ridgeline. Now facing stiff competition from new trucklets like the Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz, how can the Ridgeline stay appealing to shoppers? Benjamin points out a few of the flaws in Honda's approach, and the two brainstorm what is needed from the Japanese automaker to keep its name in peoples mouths.
Then Sami jumps into the 2022 Kia Telluride, a former darling of the automotive media. The Kia had also seen new rivals in the form of the new Jeep Grand Cherokee L and the Nissan Pathfinder. Can it still keep up? Should shoppers wait for the newly announced 2023 model? Sami jumps into each of those questions with reckless abandon and little time to think, so be ready for off-the-cuff answers.
Finally the two talk automotive news and Apples automotive dashboard design that's a part of iOS16, before Benjamin shares an update on his Datsun. Hear it all right here and be sure to subscribe to hear all the latest episodes throughout the summer.
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