Test Miles covers the car industry, from new cars to giving potential buyers all the background and information on buying a new vehicle. National TV and Radio expert Anchor Nik Miles brings his dry and sarcastic British views and interview style to the radio. Top Car designers and executives give exclusive and insightful background information on the car development and sales process. Adam Corolla called Nik Miles the V8 of Car Radio hosts. Joining Nik, Marconi, Tricia, and more.
Episodes
Sunday Jan 10, 2021
Sunday Jan 10, 2021
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Toyota's Brandon Olszewski tells us what's new in the 2021 Toyota Tundra SR5 CrewMax
- Audi SUV's go electric with their 2021 e-tron. Audi's Matt Mostafaei gives us the scoop
- INFINITI now offers an enhanced standard model in the 2021 QX50. Jeff Pope is the Vice President for INFINITI Americas tells you everything you need to know
- Lexus's Maggie Donovan tells us how Lexus is bringing two new variations to their signature sedan, the ES 250 AWD
- From Volkswagen dominating the European EV sales market, to Mercedes reaching the top of the charts, Anton Wahlman brings us news updates from around the world
- Nik cruised around in style this week, taking the wheel in the Genesis GV80. He brings you his take
Monday Jan 04, 2021
Monday Jan 04, 2021
Topics for Nik Miles:
- Green Car Report's Bengt Halvoson has the best electric vehicles of the year
- Jeff Zurschmeide is the Editor-in-Chief of The Star Magazine, and he is tackling the best family cars
- To cover the best trucks, we bring in Sean Holman, the Co-Host and Co-Creator of The Truck Show Podcast
- Our own Mike Caudill is bringing the muscle with the beefed up rides of 2020
- We run down the numbers with US News and World Report's John Vincent on the best selling segment.... SUV's
- Perry Stern, part of Our Auto Expert and MSN shifts it in to the next gear with the fastest of the fast
- Get your weekly auto news update with Anton Wahlman
- Roadfly's Brian Armstead has the best luxury rides of the year.
Monday Dec 28, 2020
Monday Dec 28, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Volkswagen's Mark Gilles has the latest and greatest on the 2022 Taos SUV
- Infiniti Americas Vice President gives us a behind the scenes look in to the 2021 QX60
- The Executive Designer of HUMMER Phil Zak tells us what's new in the upcoming model
- Mike Koval, the Head of Ram talks about the new TRX
- Getting the scoop on new SUV's, the 2021 Tahoe and Suburban with Chevrolet's Matt Tepatti
- AMG's Keri Richardson has all the details the new 2021 GLA 35
- The Ford F-150 remains the top of the market, and we bring in Ford's Travis Calhoun to give us some insight as to why
- Aston Martin's Dan Sherman has the latest and greatest on the 2021 Vantage Roadster
- Nik took to the streets in style this week, in the Lexus ES 250 AWD
Monday Dec 21, 2020
Monday Dec 21, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- McLaren's Brandon Smith joins us to chat about the new Limited-Edition 720S and 765LT inspired collection
- A new survey shows consumers find the car buying experience more transparent. Nik shares why he thinks that is
- We get to in to the details of the new Ford Bronco with Engineer Adrian Aguirre
- Kia's James Bell tells you what you can look forward to in the 2021 Sorento
- Anton Wahlman has the latest on electric vehicles in the U.S. and in Europe, including Toyota describing it's battery-electric vehicle rollout plan, and what end-of-quarter electric vehicle sales look like in Europe
- Perry Stern gives us an update on a supercar that only 2 dozen will have a chance to own, the Hennessey Venom F5
- Nik owned the asphalt this week both the Ford F-150 Hybrid, as well as the AMG Mercedes A63. He will give his takes on the rides
Monday Dec 14, 2020
Monday Dec 14, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Lincoln's Destin Simon takes us behind the scenes of the 2021 Lincoln Nautilus
- Our monthly check in with JD Power's Tyson Jominy on the current state of the automotive industry in the U.S.
- The 2021 Mercedes-Maybach is hitting the market, and Mercedes's Paul Harmon gives us the details
- Taking a look forward, and a look back at 106 years of Maserati with Maserati's Karl Deboer
- The latest in luxury SUV's from Mercedes-AMG with the AMG GLA 35. AMG's Keri Richardson has all the information you'll need
- Anton Wahlman is back again to inform us on automotive news from around the globe, including European electric vehicle registration trends in Europe, and which vehicles have been eating away at Tesla's market share?
- Riley Stair, builder of a 1970 Pontiac Trans Am custom car, will have his ride immortalized at 1/64th the size. He joins us to explain
- From electric, to SUV, to pick up, Nik's vehicles this week ran the gambit. He has his takes on the Ford Bronco, Audi E-Tron, and the Ford F-150 Hybrid
Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- We get to chat with the Team Owner and MINI RACER of LAP Motorsports, Luis Perocarpi
- Dodge Durango's Paul Tyll takes is through the 2021 Durango line up one by one
- Lauren Harris is with the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and has all the details on the 2021 E 450
- It's the best selling pickup truck for over 40 years, so you know we have to unpack the 2021 Ford F-150 with Ford's Travis Calhoun
- Mike Caudill unpacks his four days in Detroit for SEMA AUTOS
- Anton Wahlman has the latest on automotive news, both in the U.S. and abroad
Monday Nov 30, 2020
Monday Nov 30, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles an Truck (or Corvette) Girl Jen:
- Honda's Carl Pulley has all the details on the 2022 Honda Civic Prototype
- Rides & Drives Editor and Publisher Harvey Briggs gives insight like no other in to Rolls-Royce in his upcoming book "Rolls-Royce Motor Cars: Making a Legend"
- Chevrolet's Shad Balch runs down the "Battle of the Vettes"
- Mike Caudill has the best holiday movies for the "car guy" in the family
- Ford is making a huge charitable donation this holiday season. Ford's Mark LaNeve tells us about their 3.5 million dollar donation
- Perry Stern gives his take on the Jeep's new Wrangler 392 and the Gladiator Rubicon Diesel
- Not only was Nik able to talk to Shad about the new Corvette Stingray, he got to drive it HIMSELF. Nik, and Jen, both give their opinions
Thursday Nov 26, 2020
Thursday Nov 26, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Toyota's Brock Cartlidge has everything you need to know about the 2021 Highlander
- Our Auto Expert's Mike Caudill calls in as he cruises around Detroit
- Taking a look at the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe & Suburban with Chevrolet's Matt Tepatti
- The Head of the Ram Brand Mike Koval Jr. shares how they are celebrating the 75th Anniversary of Ram Truck
- Tomas Mica from The Fast Lane Truck and The Fast Lane Car stops by to discuss which electric vehicles are flooding the market, and which ones you should look out for over others
- Nik test drove the Volvo V90 throughout the week, and gives you his take
Monday Nov 16, 2020
Monday Nov 16, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Toyota's Rommel Momen tells us what is new with the 2021 Toyota C-HR
- Our own Mike Caudill tells us about a few recent programs launched by manufacturers
- Nissan's Vice President of the West Region Shawn Mirabel gives us an inside look in to the 2021 Nissan Rogue
- J.D. Power's Tyson Jominy joins us for our monthly look in the latest sales and predictions in the auto industry
- Special Editions are on the way for the MINI Cooper 1499GT, and Ishaan Khatri joins us with all the details
- Anton Wahlman stops by for a look at the battery-electric vehicle battle in Europe, and getting prepared for deliveries of the Ford Mustang Mach-E
- It's getting cold out, so Perry Stern has the best tips for winter driving
- Nik got to cruise the roads in the BMW 228i and the Chevrolet Tahoe. He gives his takes on the rides
Monday Nov 09, 2020
Monday Nov 09, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Sportscar Jeff:
- Jeff gives his take on the Nissan Rogue
- Cadillac's Meagan Quinn has the latest and greatest on the 2020 CT4
- Ford Bronco's Jovina Young tells us about cruising across the country in their newest addition, as well as how well it holds up off-road
- The Ghostbusters car will soon becoming to a LEGO set near you! We will tell you when to look out for it, as well as how many Lego pieces you need to look out for under your feet
- Anton Wahlman has the latest news update from here in the USA, as well as overseas
Monday Nov 02, 2020
Monday Nov 02, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Cadillac's David Schiavone tells us what to expect out of the 2021 Escalade
- General Motors has now surpassed 1 million Wi-Fi subscribers. GM's Stuart Fowle tells us what's next
- GMC has announced it's first fully electronic addition to the line up, and it's a HUMMER. Phil Zak is the Executive Design Director at HUMMER and tells us how they did it
- After being awarded the contract in June, GM Defense has delivered its first Infantry Squad Vehicle. Chevrolet's Shad Balch joins us with more
- GMC is taking aim at premium midsize truck customers with the first-ever Canyon AT4, and the Denali gets a but of a makeover. GMC's Mikhael Farah calls in with the details
- Our own Anton Wahlman has his take on the HUMMER's timeline to market, the rise of the all-electric pickup, and the fight between Tesla and Volkswagen in Europe
- Mike Caudill got to fly through the streets in the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette, while Nik went less sporty and more luxury in the Genesis G80
Monday Oct 26, 2020
Monday Oct 26, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- It's definitely been a different year, but we have ways for you to go out and enjoy the holiday
- Rolls-Royce's Gerry Spahn tells us how they always get the spookiest names in the industry
- Ashton Munoz from Dodge shares how the Charger Red Eye Hellcat is possessed by a DEMON!
- Our own Mike Caudill takes a haunted adventure in the RV this week
- Jeff Zurschmeide tells us about a few sinister designs from years past
- The Fast Lane's Roman Mica has the best vehicle for you in the case of a zombie apocalypse
- Ted Ryan is Ford's Archive and Historian Manager, and tells us about Halloween events that Ford has done
- MSN Auto's Perry Stern has a few wicked and hair-raising powerful cars
- Nik got to go trick-or-treating in many different vehicles this week, including the 2020 CT4 AWD Premium, the 2021 TLX 2.0T Advance, and the 2021 Pacifica AWD
Monday Oct 19, 2020
Monday Oct 19, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Volkswagen's Mark Gillies joins us as their 2022 Taos SUV was unveiled this last week
- Jeff Pope is the Vice President for Infiniti Americas, and he tells us about how they transformed the QX60 Monograph SUV in to the next generation
- The most "premium and performance-focused" SUV from Acura has been unveiled, the 2022 MDX Prototype. Acura's Karina Gonzalez stops by with the details
- Mike Caudill gets dirty and heads back to school this week. He is at the MSF Dirt Bike School
- J.D. Power's Vice President of Data and Analytics Tyson Jominy calls in to give us an update on the auto industry as a whole across the country
- Anton Wahlman is back to give us your auto news from across the globe, including Tesla lowering their prices in multiple countries, and asking the question.... Is this what you do when demand is high? Also, who rules them all when it comes to electric vehicles in Europe?
- Always wanted an RV, but just don't have the space for it? MSN Auto's Perry Stern has the perfect product for you
- Nik cruised to the studio in the Cadillac Escalade, but he also drove the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid and the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser Heritage Edition. He gives his thoughts on all three
Monday Oct 12, 2020
Monday Oct 12, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- The 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid it "tortured and tested" and Ford's Dawn Piechocki tells us how
- Aston Martin's Dan Sherman brings us all the details on the 2021 Vantage Roadster
- Lincoln's Aviator is ALL NEW, and brand manager Jennifer Engel tells us what has changed
- Our Auto Expert's Mike Caudill is on the road this week, but not in just any vehicle, but a recreational vehicle! He gives us his experience with the family on the road
- Subaru's 2nd Annual Make A Dog's Day just took place, and Subaru's Brian Cavallucci tells us why this day is so important to them
- The Vice President of Polaris Slingshot makes some time to take us through the intricacies of the 3-wheeled roadster
- Nik had the opportunity to test drive Lincoln's Aviator plug-in hybrid, as well as the Lexus RCF. Listen in to hear his experience and opinions on the rides
Monday Oct 05, 2020
Monday Oct 05, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Volkswagen's Mark Gilles talks about their new ID.4
- Acura's Karina Gonzalez introduces the 2021 RDX PMC Edition
- Ladies will be driving across the Southwest this month. Ford's Erica Martin will be one of them, as Ford enters 3 two women teams who will be racing in the Bronco Sport
- The Head of Jeep Jim Morrison has everything you need to know about the Wrangler 4XE
- Our Auto Expert's Mike Caudill is kissing the bricks in Indy. We will tell you why
- Anton Wahlman takes a look back at international sales in September, as well as all of your automotive news
- Lexus's Geoff Partain calls the studio with all the details on the 2021 RC and RC Black Line Special Edition
- Nik cruised around town in quite a few cars this week, including the Chevrolet Bolt EV, Hyundai Kona, the 2021 Jaguar F-Type, and the 2020 Land Rover Defender. He will give you his impressions
Monday Sep 28, 2020
Monday Sep 28, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Nissan's Jonathan Buhler has all the details on the Maxima's 40th Anniversary Edition
- John Quinn from BMW shares some insight in to the 2021 BMW 330e
- Going electric with the 2020 Bolt EV. Chevrolet's Shad Balch stops by with more information
- General Motor's has unveiled the 2021 Yukon Denali, and GM's Mikhael Farah has everything you need to know
- Anton Wahlman stops by with the latest and greatest in Automotive news, including some of the most popular electric vehicle brands you may have NEVER heard of
- Our own Perry Stern has been cruising around in luxury the last couple of weeks. This week, he got to drive the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette, and gives us his takes
- Nik had some fun on the roads in the Polaris Slingshot, but when he isn't looking to turn as many heads, he took to the streets in the Jeep Gladiator Diesel and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid. He shares his driving impressions.
Monday Sep 21, 2020
Monday Sep 21, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Perry Stern from Our Auto Expert and MSN will talk about the stunning 718 GTS Boxster from Porsche
- Ford just announced the Ranger Tremor for 2021 Chad Callendar Ranger Manager shares the juicy details
- Tyson Jominy is back to tell us the latest from JD Power
- Mike Caudill will join us to share his views on the GX50 from Infiniti and C63 AMG S
- Shad Balch from Chevrolet will tell us what changed on the new 2021 Trailblazer
- Anton Wahlman takes a look at ID3 sales as the quarter draws to a close, Volvo's planning to announce U.S. delivery dates for the XC-40, and checking in on Tesla's progress on building factories in the U.S. and overseas
- Hard Water spots from summer sprinklers are difficult to remove, but we have all the answers. Joining us from Mothers is Jim Dvorak.
- Nik drives the 2021 Trailblazer, Mini GP and the Lexus RC F
Monday Sep 14, 2020
Monday Sep 14, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Maserati's Karl DeBoer has all the details on the MC20
- Honda's Christopher Hand runs down the 2021 Honda Odyssey
- Acura's Karina Gonzalez stops in with the latest on the Acura TLX Sedan
- Dodge Charger's Ashton Munoz tells us what's in store for Charger next year
- Rolls-Royce's Gerry Spahn gets spooky as he talks about the Ghost
- Anton Wahlman has our news update, including GM being put on notice, and Nikola and Hindenburg Research may be headed to the courtroom
- US News and World Report's Jamie Page has the best rides for your teen
- Nik had the keys to a Mercedes GLS63W4, as well as the Volvo XC90 E AWD. He will give his take on the rides
Monday Sep 07, 2020
Monday Sep 07, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Volkswagen's Mark Gilles joins us to review the 2020 Passat R-Line
- Nissan has announced the 2021 GT-R and GT-R Nismo. Nissan's Julio Vitti has all the details
- Genesis knows luxury, and Genesis's Kevin Smith is in the know on the new G80 and GV80, and which one may be best for you
- You know it's big news when the North American Head of a company stops by. Jeep's Jim Morrison brings us all the sweet details on the return of the Wagoneer!
- Thinking about buying a mid-size truck? Fast Lane's Roman Mica has the best ones for you
- Anton Wahlman wraps up this week's automotive news
- Our Auto Expert's Perry Stern got to live the high life in the Rolls-Royce Cullinan, and gives us his take
Tuesday Sep 01, 2020
Tuesday Sep 01, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- McLaren's Vice President of Communications Roger Ormisher stops in to tell us about one of the most beautiful Supercars in the WORLD, that now comes in kid size
- Rolls-Royce's Gerry Spahn has all the details on their first "collection car", the Dawn Silver Bullet, and where they got their inspiration
- Our Auto Expert's Mike Caudill took an adventure in the Lincoln Black Label, as well as headed back to school. He'll explain
- Hyundai's Melvyn Bautista has the scoop on the 2020 Sante Fe Limited AWD
- Looking for an elegant SUV? Volvo's Russell Datz has just the solution. The 2020 XC90.
- The Head of Jeep Jim Morrison joins us to discuss what's new with Jeep, including the Gladiator Diesel
- Toyota's T-Ten program has expanded! Toyota's Joseph Myers will tell you exactly what that means
- No Sedans in the driveway for Nik this week, as he took to the pavement in the 2020 Ford Ranger, along with the Toyota RAV4 Prime
Tuesday Aug 25, 2020
Tuesday Aug 25, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- GM's Stuart Fowle tells us about what is bringing OnStar and the VA together
- Head of the Ram Brand Mike Koval the all new Ram 1500 TRX
- Bentley's Tim Hannig shares how they are bringing the 1920's to the 2020's.
- BMW's Kate Alini joins us once again, this time to discuss the BMW ALPINA XB7
- All new Bronco adventure concepts have been announced. Bronco Chief Designer Paul Wraith has the details
- Volkswagen jump starts production, how the Polestar 2 is matching up with Tesla overseas, and what's next for BMW in terms of all-electric vehicles? Anton Wahlman has that and more in your news update
- Our own Perry Stern give his take on the Mercedes Benz GLA, and chats about What 3 Words.
- What's in Nik's driveway this week? How about the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited AWD? Or maybe the 2020 Cadillac CT5 Premium Luxury AWD is more your style.
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- JD Power has announced the winner of it's APEL award, the Lincoln Navigator! Lincoln's Katie Bolen tells us what this means for the company and how to stay Calm
- Honda's Carl Pulley stops in to share what's coming up in Honda's line up
- Mercedes Benz's Peter Phan has the scoop on GLA 250 SUV
- Hyundai's Michael Evanoff has everything you need to know about the Elantra N Line, and the Veloster N
- What's new in Lexus's 2021 NX 300 and 300 H? Lexus's Todd Blickenstaff has all the answers
- Mike Caudill talks about the BMW US Rider Academy, the Ram 1500 TRX and the Hyundai Venue
- Our Auto Expert is missing out on Pebble Beach this year. Our own Perry Stern will tell you why.
Monday Aug 10, 2020
Monday Aug 10, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Northside Ford General Manager Dave Sanford tells us how you can get your hands on the Mach-E and the Bronco
- Cadillac's Jason Sledziewski showcases the CT-4, CT-5, and the Escalade
- Honda's Colin Miller takes us from 4 wheels down to 2 with a rundown of Honda's 2021 lineup of street and off road motorcycles
- Our owm Mike Caudill brings us the latest on the Chevrolet Bolt, Kia Seltos, and the Hyundai Ioniq
- JD Power's Tyson Jominy goes over the latest trends in the auto industry
- BMW's Kate Alini shares the secrets behind the X7 Dark Shadow Edition
- From Porsche, to Lexus, and Ford and Cadillac, Anton Wahlman brings us the auto news from around the globe
- Perry Stern has the latest and greatest on the BMW X6 M
Monday Aug 03, 2020
Monday Aug 03, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Our Auto Expert's Mike Caudill crunches the numbers across the auto industry
- Volkswagen's Mark Gillies checks in as one of their best selling SUV's beat out Ford and Hyundai for Cars.com 2020 Family Car of the Year
- Ben Hoang from Honda Powersports takes us off the beaten path with what's new and exciting in the world of ATV's and side-by-sides
- What does chocolate, and racing, have in common? Kristian Rene from Chocolove has the answer
- There's a new Ford F-150 hitting the market, but what's so new about it? Ford's Travis Calhoun has the update
- Anton Wahlman stops by with all the latest in automotive news from around the globe
- Chris Reeves, General Manager of dealership University Mazda, tells you why you should head in to test drive the CX-30
- Nik and Jen both cruised in to the radio station in style, with the Kia K5 GT-Line and the K5 EX
Monday Jul 27, 2020
Monday Jul 27, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Ford's Ted Ryan makes sure we are completely up to date with the Ford Bronco
- Toyota's Tim Annick sets us straight about the 86 Hakone Edition, as well as dives in to its history
- You've heard the saying "like a bat out of hell", but what about a CAT out of hell? Dodge's Paul Tyll stops by to share all about the 2021 Durango SRT Hellcat
- Nik was feeling like royalty as he cruised around town in the Ford Expedition King Ranch. When he tired of the royal life, he instead took to the streets in the Volkswagen Atlas 3-Row
- A town of less than 50,000 now has autonomous shuttles! Our Auto Expert's Mike Caudill tells us all about them
- Ford Mustang's Jim Owens tells us what we can expect out of the newest edition of the Mach 1
- Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles? It's on the horizon. Anton Wahlman tells us who is on the road to making that happen, as well as news from Polestar, Tesla, and Volkswagen
- Our Auto Expert's Perry Stern tells you the sleekest and most powerful ways to take your top off this summer, with his list of favorite convertible sports cars
Monday Jul 20, 2020
Monday Jul 20, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Polestar's JP Canton shares information on a partnership between Polestar and Waymo
- Rolls-Royce's Gerry Spahn has the latest on their new collection cars, the Kryptos Collection
- Who says Minivans can't be luxiourious? Certainly not Chrysler's MaryAnn Capo, who has the new details on the Pacifica
- GMC's Stuart Pierce runs down the new Sierra 1500 4WD Crew Cab AT4
- Dodge Charger's Ashton Munoz tells us why their 2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye is "Demon Possessed"
- BMW unveils final production on the iX3, there's a new king atop the mountain of 3-row SUV sales, and Nissan is on the final leg of production on their all-electric crossover. Anton Wahlman has the latest in our rundown of the news
- Our Auto Expert's Perry Stern was cruising around in a Porsche 911 Turbo
- Perry wasn't the only one taking to the streets in style, as Nik was driving the Rolls Royce Cullinan, Cadillac XT6, and the Toyota Hanoak
Monday Jul 13, 2020
Monday Jul 13, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- AMG Product Manager Brian Cotter calls in with the latest on 2021 AMG GT 43 4-Door Coupe
- Ford's Ted Ryan has everything you need to know for the re-release of the Bronco
- Kia's James Bell has the latest and greatest coming out of Kia
- Our Auto Expert's Mike Caudill gives his impressions on the new Nissan Sentra
- J.D. Power's Tyson Jominy runs down the overall numbers for car sales during the Coronavirus pandemic
- Toyota's Brock Cartlidge tells us why the RAV4 Prime is primed and ready for electrified traction
- Tesla's numbers are falling, and Audi is dominating a European market. All that and more as we speak with Anton Wahlman
- We take a look at the 2020 Dodge Challenger SRT Super Stock with Challenger's Kevin Hellman
- Nik took to the streets in style this week, cruising around in the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, and the Mazda CX-30
Monday Jul 06, 2020
Monday Jul 06, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Nissan Engineer Melaina Vasko joins us to run down the new Frontier
- The Chevrolet Tahoe now comes in Pursuit, and Shad Balch has the details
- Toyota's Ryan Matsumoto has the latest and greatest on the new 2021 Venza
- Acura's Andrew Quillin shares the future of sports sedans, the 2021 TLX
- Major updates are coming to the 2021 Subaru CrossTrek, and Dominick Infante fills us in
- Les Masterson is the Managing Editor for CarInsurance.com, and shares the results of their survey, finding the top speeding excuses
- Perry Stern got to cruise around in the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4, and brings us his review
- This week, Nik drove around town in the TRD Toyota Camry, as well as the Mercedes AMG-GLC43
Monday Jun 29, 2020
Monday Jun 29, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Ram introduces their Built To Serve edition for their trucks. Ram's Mike Koval joins us with the details
- The biggest family member of the MINI model family is back! BMW's Pat McKenna has everything you need to know about the new Countryman
- Jeff Zurschmeide has your tips and tricks for getting that car that's been sitting for months back in tip top shape
- Buick's Rob Peterson stops in to share the latest and greatest on the Encore GX
- Range Rover's Joe Stauble is in a celebratory mood, as the company is celebrating their Golden Jubilee, 50 YEARS of quality vehicles
- Is Volkswagen on schedule with the release of the ID.3 in Europe? Will sales start on Volvo's Polestar 2 in China this week? All these questions and more for our own Anton Wahlman as he runs down our automotive news
- Ford announces what they call their "Toughest, most productive" F-150 ever. Our own Perry Stern stops by to give his take
- Nik took to the streets this week in the Jeep Gladiator Mojave, hear what his thoughts were on it right now!
Monday Jun 22, 2020
Monday Jun 22, 2020
Today's topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen
- Volkswagen's Mark Gillies brings us the scoop on the 2020 Jetta
- Do you have problems both giving, and receiving navigational directions? Well Nik's favorite app What3Words could be a godsend. CEO and Co-Founder Chris Sheldrick stops by the studio to discuss
- Toyota's Nick Miller celebrates the return of the Supra, and something is coming to the car that's NEVER been there before
- A listener wanted to know what the best small SUV for 25K was, so we run down our favorite options
- People have been staying at home.... but for some, that doesn't mean they're staying still. Mike Caudill joins us to talk about a rise in RV sales
- Nissan's Jannelle Grigsby has everything you'd need to know about the all new 2021 Rogue
- Remember that Tesla pickup truck? Well, Nikola has announced a new partnership when it comes to the new vehicle. Anton Wahlman has that and more as we run down the weeks news
- Did you pre-order a Ford Mustang Mach-E? Check your email, because Mustang's Lisa Teed says another step towards having one in your driveway lies in your inbox
- Nik cruised around town in the Nissan Murano this week, what are you test driving?
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Nissan Engineer Melaina Vasko joins us to run down the new Frontier
- The Chevrolet Tahoe now comes in Pursuit, and Shad Balch has the details
- Toyota's Ryan Matsumoto has the latest and greatest on the new 2021 Venza
- Acura's Andrew Quillin shares the future of sports sedans, the 2021 TLX
- Major updates are coming to the 2021 Subaru CrossTrek, and Dominick Infante fills us in
- Les Masterson is the Managing Editor for CarInsurance.com, and shares the results of their survey, finding the top speeding excuses
- Perry Stern got to cruise around in the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4, and brings us his review
- This week, Nik drove around town in the TRD Toyota Camry, as well as the Mercedes AMG-GLC43
Monday Jun 08, 2020
Monday Jun 08, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Volvo Senior Manager Jeffrey Jennings tells us how they are going the extra mile for our Veterans
- Ford's Craig Patterson has the latest and greatest on the Edge ST-Line
- Toyota's Adam Lovelady has the details on the all new Sienna
- What combines both sport and individuality? How about the AMG E53 Coupe and Cabriolet? Mercedes's Brian Cotter fills you in
- JD Power's VP of Data and Analytics Tyson Jominy joins us with monthly numbers and the effects on the Coronavirus on the auto industry
- Tesla's market shares for April are in, Ford will be unveiling the new F-150, but when? How are electric vehicles faring abroad? Anton Wahlman has all the answers
- Nik drove around in style this week, just didn't go very far in the Lamborghini EVO Huracan, he also cruised around town in the BMW M8 Carbon Convertible and the Volkswagen Tiguan
Monday Jun 01, 2020
Monday Jun 01, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Checking out the 2020 Nissan GT-R Track Edition with Perry Stern
- Andrew Quillin from Acura has the latest and greatest on the Acura RDX
- Coffee is bringing McDonalds and Ford together. We will tell you how
- What's new on the Volkswagen Atlas Cross? Tomas Mica has the answers
- Have you been keeping out for quality cars throughout the year? Mike Caudill reminds you what you should be looking for
Monday May 25, 2020
Monday May 25, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Nissan's Heather Jimenez tells us about a new award for the Sentra
- Ford closes a plant after two workers test positive for Covid-19, and Hertz declares for bankruptcy
- The Toyota Prius celebrates a birthday with a special Anniversary Edition. Toyota's Regina Davis has the details
- Volkswagen's Mark Gillies stops by with everything you need to know about the 2020 Golf GTI
- Kia's James Bell gives us a "State of the Union" on how things have been going at Kia over the last couple of months
- From new stringent fuel economy rules, to GMC teasing a glass sky roof for the new Hummer, Anton Wahlman has all your latest news updates
- In Nik's driveway this week was the A220 Mercedes AMG, along with the LX Lexus
Monday May 18, 2020
Monday May 18, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- We have the details on the 2021 Kia Sentos, recently named one of the top 10 cars for college grads by AutoTrader
- Stamps are going DIGITAL?
- Hyundai's Michael Evanoff has everything you need to know about the 2020 Venue
- J.D. Power's Tyson Jominy runs down the latest numbers on just how many Americans have been buying cars, and what it means for the market as a whole
- Nissan's Parul Bajaj wants you to get creative with their #DrawDrawDraw social project
- Anton Wahlman reports on if the overall sales slump could result in lower electric vehicle mandates, and what Volkswagen has started pre-production on
- It was Toyota Supra day at Our Auto Expert, as Nik and Jen cruised to the studio each in a Supra, both the GR Supra 2.0 (their first 4 cylinder Turbo model Supra) and the 3.0
Monday May 11, 2020
Monday May 11, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Honda's Marcos Frommer tells us how their Marysville plant has started producing parts for ventilators, with Dynaflow
- Have you ever used a Clay Bar to clean your car? Jim Dvorak from Mothers Polishes, Waxes, and Cleaners stops by the show to tell you why you need their product in your garage
- Audi Product Manager Matthew Mostafaei has all the details on their new E-Tron
- Anton Wahlman joins us to chat about Tesla moving from California to Texas, and the lawsuit that Tesla has filed against California, and why he is doing it
- In Nik's driveway this week was the Buick Enclave and Hyundai Veloster
Monday May 04, 2020
Monday May 04, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- FCA has added new features to the new U-Connect 5 system, and we have the Chief Designer of User Experience Vince Galante on to tell us all about it
- Cadillac's Ken Kornas has all the details on the return of the "V" in their CT4-V Blackwing and CT5-V Blackwing
- Volkswagen's Mark Gilles has the SEVEN reasons that their SUV, The Atlas, is All-American
- Chris Mosco from Ford tells us how they have brought style AND substance to their small SUV, the Escape
- Elon Musk says he will sell all of his possessions! Anton Wahlman joins us to tell us what the Tesla CEO's latest tweets mean for the company, as well as what the status is for auto-manufacturers wanting to reopen in the wake of the worldwide pandemic
- Speaking of Volkswagen's Atlas, Nik drove that around this week, as well as the BMW 228i Coupe
Monday Apr 27, 2020
Monday Apr 27, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Ford Historian Ted Ryan talks about the 56th birthday of the Mustang
- FCA's Brian Spohn, otherwise known as the "Father of ETorque" joins us to break down the meaning of "electrification" in the Auto Industry
- Volkswagen has hit a MAJOR milestone when it comes to the Tiguan. VW's Mark Gilles has the details
- Range Rover has announced the Velar SVAutobiography Dynamic Edition, and Range Rover Head of Planning Rob Filipovic has everything you need to know about one of Nik's favorite automobiles
- Tesla loses its subsidy in China, and Kia has confirmed 300-mile range BEV Crossover in the USA. Anton Wahlman has these stories and more in today's show
- In Nik's driveway this week were the BMW X5M Competition, as well as the Toyota Highlander
Sunday Apr 19, 2020
Sunday Apr 19, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- General Motors Shad Balch shares the latest on the Chevrolet Traverse
- Chris Reeves, General Manager of University Mazda in Seattle tells us how the Mazda Essential Car Car program is helping those of us who are on the fighting lines of the Coronavirus Pandemic
- BMW unveils their new motorcycle, the R 18, and Nik tells BMW's Vincent Kung what he is willing to give up for it
- Anton Wahlman has the latest on how the worldwide economic downturn has impacted international car companies, and how rental car companies are looking to keep their heads above water
- In Nik's driveway this week, he had the Mazda MX5 and strolled in to the studio in the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid
Sunday Apr 12, 2020
Sunday Apr 12, 2020
Today's topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Polestar has come up with a creative angle when it comes to interiors with the new Precept
- Hyundai's Michael Evanoff has everything you need to know about their new 2021 Sonata HEV
- Mini Takes The States has been delayed, and Michael Peyton from Mini tells us why
- Mark Trostle brings us the latest on FCA's Drive for Design
- Anton Wahlman has all your news, including Nevada closing car dealerships, and discrepancies in European car sales
- Truck Girl Jen actually drives a truck in to work, specifically the Nissan Titan, while Nik cruises to the station in the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
Sunday Apr 05, 2020
Sunday Apr 05, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Ford's Todd Hoevener shares with us how GE and Ford are helping the Country react to COVID-19
- Jaguar's Rob Filipovic shares the details on the new F-Type
- Jeff Zurschmeide tells you how to care for your automobile during a "stay at home" order
- General Motors' Dan Flores announces that GM has teamed up with Ventec to help produce ventilators
- Anton Wahlman shares his sleeper electric vehicle for 2021, as well as taking a look at Tesla's numbers for the First Quarter
- Even during a "stay at home" order, Nik is still cruising around in different cars. This week was the Nissan Frontier and the Honda CR-V
Sunday Mar 29, 2020
Sunday Mar 29, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Adventurer and explorer Bryon Dorr joins us with what you NEED when deciding to live out of your car
- 110 Years for Alfa Romeo brings a special gift for all of you. Steven Richards has the details
- AMG Department Manager David Burkhalter tells us why you need their new GLS63
- Anton Wahlman has the news on a Volkswagen software delay, and the leaked plans out of Toyota
- Nik was cruising around in the Lexus GSF this week, along with the Nissan Kicks
Sunday Mar 22, 2020
Sunday Mar 22, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Hyundai's Michael Evanoff previews the 2021 Elantra, as well as a new Electric Vehicle concept
- John Vincent from US World and News Report tells you what you should do if you are having problems paying for your automobile during the Coronavirus pandemic
- Czinger's CCO Jens Sverdrup goes in depth on the 21C
- Ashton from Dodge shares how you can save money on muscle cars
- Honda's Davis Adams has all the details on the Civic Type-R, as well as the limited edition
- Anton Wahlman brings you all the updates on how the Coronavirus is effecting the Auto Industry
- In Nik's driveway this week were the BMW 740e as well as the Lexus RX 450h
Sunday Mar 15, 2020
Sunday Mar 15, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Mercedes Lilienthal talks about her adventures in the Alcan 500
- Mercedes-Benz AMG Product Manager Keri Richardson has the details on the new GLE 63
- MSN's Perry Stern touches on a list of topics including the his ultimate road trip with McLaren and the Mercedes-Benz launch of the GLS and GLE
- Nik and Jen discuss how to protect yourself from the Coronavirus when renting a car or taking ride sharing services
- Anton Wahlman reports on why China is going at the USA, and the latest from Polestar
- In Nik's driveway this week was the Toyota Sequoia and the Ford Escape
Sunday Mar 08, 2020
Sunday Mar 08, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles, and fill-in co-host Jeff Zurschmeide:
- Kia's James Bell discusses how the novel Coronavirus has affected what they were going to show off at the Geneva Auto Show
- Jeff discusses the new GMC Sierra with the Duramax V6 turbo-diesel
- Bentley's Jeff Kuhlman gives us the latest on their Flying Spur
- Nissan's Travis Parman discusses the dangers lurking behind daylight savings time
- Anton Wahlman takes a closer look at how the novel Coronavirus effects the auto industry
Sunday Mar 01, 2020
Sunday Mar 01, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Kia's James Bell has all you need to know about the new Kia Selto
- Genesis's Kevin Smith chats about the new GV80
- Jeff Zurschmeide checks in from Canada, where he is taking part in the Alcan 5000 Rally
- Toyota's Mark DeJongh tells us about advancements on All Wheel Drive on the Camry and Avalon
- Anton Wahlman has some news on Tesla, and takes a look at how electric vehicles are selling in Europe
- What was in Nik's driveway this week? How about the Honda Civic SI, or maybe the Range Rover Velar is more your style?
Sunday Feb 23, 2020
Sunday Feb 23, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Volkswagen's Mark Gillis explains how you can design your own Atlas Cross Sport
- Perry Stern tells us what he saw at the Portland Auto Show, and tells us how much fun the BMW Z4 is to drive
- Audi's Anthony Garbis explains the redesign of the A-5
- Anton Wahlman discusses what kinds of affects the Coronavirus outbreak in China is impacted the auto industry in the USA
- Nik had three cars in his driveway this week, including the Hyundai Venue, Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition, and the BMW XCX8
Monday Feb 17, 2020
Monday Feb 17, 2020
Today's topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- We check out the 2020 Nissan GT-R Track Edition with Perry Stern
- Acura's Andrew Quillan has the latest on the Acura RDX
- Ford and McDonalds are teaming up..... with COFFEE
- Tomas Mica has the latest on the Atlas Cross
- Mike Caudill has the cars coming in 2020 that you need to keep your eyes out for
Sunday Feb 09, 2020
2-8-2020 - The Many Flavors Of The Ford GT, And The Story Of Truck Hero!
Sunday Feb 09, 2020
Sunday Feb 09, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Ford GT Program Manager Mike Severson joins us to report on what's new with the Ford GT
- More recap of the Chicago Auto Show
- Have you seen the teasers for the new ELECTRIC Hummer? We have all you need to know with GMC's Stuart Fowle
- Truck Hero's Mike Timmons has all you need to know about the program
- Anton Wahlman has your latest news from GM, Tesla, Audi, and Volvo
- In Nik's driveway this week was the RAM 1500 Rebel, along with the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
Sunday Feb 02, 2020
Sunday Feb 02, 2020
Today's Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Volvo's Russell Datz has the scoop on Volvo's first ever pure-electric car, the XC40 Recharge P8 AWD
- Maserati's Karl DeBoer previews the 2020 Levante SUV
- Hyundai's Michael Evanoff says the 2020 Ioniq brings MORE electric range
- Self-Driving Ubers are headed to the Nation's Capitol
- Anton Wahlman runs down Tesla's most recent financial results
- What's Nik rolling around in this week? How about the Honda Pilot Black Edition? Or maybe the Mercedes B Class is more your style?