March 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
March 8, 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
March 1, 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?
February 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
February 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
February 9, 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
February 2, 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?
January 26, 2020
Topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Toyota's Yash Shah runs down the details on the new 2020 Toyota Highlander
- While in Miami, Nik got the opportunity to check out the Mini Electric, and he gives his take
- Elizabeth Williams recaps the Rebelle Rally win for Rolls Royce
- Green Car Journal has announced the winner of their Luxury Green Car of the Year Award, and Dave Barthmuss from Karma tells us what the win means to them
- Looking for a good deal on a car? Nik has the perfect website for you!
- Anton Wahlman discusses General Motors heading towards driverless vehicles, and checking in on the Jeep Wrangler franchise
- Speaking of Jeep Wrangler, in Nik's driveway this week was the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Diesel, and you can tow a boat with it..... even if it's been sitting in storage for nearly a decade!
January 19, 2020
Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen's topics:
- GMC has a big announcement! And Stuart Fowle will fill us in
- Mark Bilek has some high expectations for this year's Chicago Auto Show, and he will share some of them!
- Karma's Dave Barthmuss talks about the Revero GT and the Consumer Electronics Show
- Chatting about the new Nissan Sentra, as well as Nik's trip to the Sunshine State.
- Anton Wahlman brings us the latest news from Tesla
January 14, 2020
Todays topics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Kia's James Bell joins us to discuss the Kia Telluride
- Jeep's Brandon Girmus has our winner for Truck of the Year
- We talk with Hyundai's Michael Evanoff, as they have our Car of the Year
- We unpack more cars that came out of CES
- Are driver-less cars closer, or further away than ever? Our own Anton Wahlman has the answer
- What was in Nik's driveway? The Chevrolet 2500, Dodge Charger Hellcat, and the Acura MDX!
January 5, 2020
Nik Miles, Truck Girl Jen, and John Vincent's topics for today's show:
- Perry Stern runs down his top picks for Luxury Sedans
- Brian Armstead checks off his top Electronic Vehicles of 2019
- The Fast Lane Truck's Roman Micah has his best trucks of the year
- John Vincent has your best choices at SUV
- New fees you should be aware of that may soon be coming to your area when it comes to registrations
- Nik drove the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat in to the studio, but what should be in your driveway? Just about everything in this show!!!
December 30, 2019
Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Ashton Munoz from Fiat Chrysler Automotive joins us to talk about the 2020 Dodge Charger GT, and why it has unparalleled year-round performance
- Mike Caudill discusses new cars hitting the market after the new year
- Todd Harris from ProDrive Driving School discusses the need for people to take some courses, even if the Government says you know how to drive
- Autosense's Brian Armstead gives you all the details on the new Genesis G80
- Anton Wahlman discusses Tesla here in the USA, and abroad
- What was Nik driving this week? How about the 2020 Lexus ES? Or the brand new BMW 3-Series?
December 23, 2019
This week's topics for Nik Miles and special guest co-host Jeff Zurschmeide:
- Our Auto Expert's Mike Caudill fills us in on a BIG week of travelling, and how Nexen Tires is honoring a hero
- What's new in the 2020 Mazda CX-30?
- Volkswagen's Mark Gillies runs down the details on their new Buggy Concept
- Autosense's Brian Armstead has everything you need to know about the 2020 Hyundai Sonata
- Did the US Congress extend or expand the U.S. Federal tax credit for electric cars? Anton Wahlman has that answer, and many more!
- What should be in your driveway? Nik has been cruising around in the 2020 Toyota Highlander, but if you want something with some more muscle, Jeff has been driving the 2020 Dodge Charger Hellcat Widebody
December 15, 2019
Nik Miles and special guest-host... US News and World Report's John Vincent's talking points:
- MSN's Perry Stern shares details on Nissan's GTR Track Edition
- John tells us what auto loans you should keep your eyes open for, as well discusses Chevrolet's new Suburban
- Acura's Matt Sloustcher previews the Type S as well as the MDX PMC Edition
- Mini USA's Patrick McKenna comments on what makes their newest electric vehicle a great value
- TJ Higgins, Group President, Americas Tire at Bridgestone Americas, Inc. talks about a barrier-less curb system that they are rolling out in Japan
- Rides that Nik and John have been driving that YOU should have in your driveway include the Volvo XC-90 T8? Or perhaps the Honda Civic SI?
All that and more on this week's Our Auto Expert!
December 8, 2019
Nik Miles & Truck Girl Jen:
- Volkswagen's Mark Gillis breaks down VW's Atlas Cross Sport, unveiled at the LA Auto Show
- Hyundai's Brandon Ramirez has the latest on the Ioniq and Vision T
- Ford's Debbie Mielewski tells us how coffee grounds from McDonalds are making their way in to your car
- Our own Mike Caudill talks furloughs at Nissan, and Ford celebrates "Bring Your Dog To Work Day"
- Anton Wahlman discusses Electric Vehicle news from overseas, as well as General Motors slated to open a new factory in Ohio
- What should be in your driveway? How about the Mercedes GLC 300W4 and the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, Hyundai Sonata, or perhaps the Baby Mercedes CLA, CLB, and CLC?
December 1, 2019
Nik Miles & Truck Girl Jen's Topics:
- Toyota's Tyler McBride recaps this year's SEMA event, including a Supra that Nik is a fan of
- John Vincent from US World & News Report shares their best vehicle brand awards, as well as some deals to get during the Christmas shopping season
- Mike Caudill goes in depth in to Ford Vs. Ferrari
- Dr Druck explains how to go about approaching an aging parent on taking away their car keys
- Anton Wahlman discusses BIG layoffs for Audi and Mercedes
November 24, 2019
Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen's Topics:
- What do Nik and Jen think of the new Tesla pickup truck?
- Mike Caudill discusses what was HOT, and what was NOT at the Los Angeles Auto Show
- Christina Sanders, Marketing Manager for the new Ford Mustang Mach-E gives us the rundown on the newest Mustang
- Rolls Royce's Gerry Spahn gives us the lowdown on the new Black Badge Cullinan
- Anton Wahlman discusses Tesla's new pickup truck
- Just what does it take to be an auto journalist at one of the biggest Auto Shows in the country? Here's a hint, organizing your sleep schedule! We will tell you why
November 16, 2019
Nik Miles & Truck Girl Jen's topics:
- Nik checks out the new Nissan Titan
- Infiniti's Kyle Bazemore prepares for Infiniti's 30th Anniversary
- A new electric ride that will run you less than $100 a MONTH!
- Our Auto Expert's Mike Caudill talks about the Ford Mustang Mach-E ahead of the Los Angeles Auto Show
- Chatting about the 2020 Lexus GX
- Top 10 rides for the short person in your family. Jen is our resident short person, she shares why she brings pillows everywhere she goes!
- Anton Wahlman runs down leaked specs on the Mach-E, porfits collapsing for Daimler, and other Electric Vehicle news
November 10, 2019
Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Mike Caudill tells us all about what happened at the SEMA Show
- Ford's Ted Ryan discusses the background of Ford v Ferrari
- Pat McKenna from Mini Takes the States discusses upcoming dates
- Megan from Nexen Tires explains how Nexen is honoring the Purple Heart, and all of our Veterans
- Anton Wahlman has the scoop on Tesla!
November 3, 2019
Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen's topics:
- Nik takes a trip across the OTHER pond to the Tokyo Auto Show
- Tomas Micah previews the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
- The top 10 vehicles that holds the MOST value
- Super Duty Manager Tom Somerville discusses Ford's new Super Duty trucks
- MSN's Perry Stern brings us more from Tokyo
- Fiat Chrysler and Peugeot announce terms on a merger to create the world's third largest automaker
- Fiat Chrysler's CEO says they may buy technology from Tesla
October 27, 2019
This week's topics from Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Odd Driving Laws
- 2019 Mazda MX-5 Celebrates It's 30th Anniversary
- Gerry Spahn Runs Down The 2019 Black Badge Rolls Royce Wraith
- John Vincent from US News and World Report informs you on what types of tires you will need come Winter
- Volvo's Russell Datz proves to you just how much "Volvo Cares"
- Anton Wahlman talks about the new Rivian electric trucks and other electric vehicles
October 13, 2019
Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
- Mike Koval Jr gives us everything you need to know about Ram trucks
- Lincoln's Ted Ryan shares how the company is celebrating the 80th Anniversary of the Lincoln Continental
- Perry Stern with MSN Auto gets your vehicle winter ready, as well as discusses the Mercedes GLC
- Brian Armstead gets the scoop on the Toyota Marai and their Hybrids
- Nik discusses the Aston Martin Vantage Manual
October 6, 2019
Nik Miles and the Pit Crew:
- Volvo's Russell Datz proves to you just how much "Volvo Cares"
- Dodge's Kevin Hellman shows off the power AND performance of the Scat Pack Wide Body
- Volkswagen's Mark Gillies talks style and affordability on the VW Arteon
- John Vincent for US News and World Report joins us with some tire buying tips
- Pat Heffron from Wheelkraft NW talks rim repair
September 29, 2019
Nik Miles And The Pit Crew:
- What amazing vehicles were displayed at Frankfurt? Perry Stern from MSN just returned to the Northwest to give us the scoop
- The perfect family SUV that rides in STYLE! Ford's Craig Patterson explains why you should look at the 2020 Explorer ST
- We drove the Kia Stinger GTS at Run to the Sun, and James Bell tells us how they made a great car even better
- How did the Trail Trek Tour go this year? Autosense's Brian Armstead gives us the results
- Nik checks out some trucks at the Texas State Fair
September 22, 2019
Nik Miles and the Pit Crew
- Nik just arrived back home from Australia, he will run down his encounters, both in the car world and in the animal world
- Simon Turner from Land Rover helps you discover new adventures the 2020 Land Rover Defender
- Jeff from Genesis will tell you why you need a G70 in your driveway
- Who was the 2019 winner at Run to the Sun for SUV? Ben Lyon joins us to chat about the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio
- Eric Petersen gives us his fresh take on the 2020 Lincoln Aviator
- Brian Armstead reviews the Audi A7
September 14, 2019
Nik Miles and the Pit Crew
- Odd Driving Laws
- Run To The Sun Recap
- Brian Armstead Reviews The Range Rover Evoque And The Land Rover Defender
- Accident Awareness Month
- 2019 Mazda MX-5 Celebrates It's 30th Anniversary
- Gerry Spahn Runs Down The 2019 Black Badge Rolls Royce Wraith
- Volkswagen introduces its volume bespoke electric car, the ID3.
- Volkswagen shows the SUV version of the ID3, which arrives in late 2020.
- First in-person experience with the Porsche Taycan.
- Honda's electric "city" car, the E. Amazing interior -- but doesn't come to the U.S., sadly.
- Mercedes showed the all-electric minivan, the V-class -- "EQV 300".
- Audi announced that it will unveil the eTron Sportback on November 19, which is also when manufacturing begins.
- Ford announced that its first all-electric crossover, the "Mustang-inspired" one, will have 370 miles of range on the European test cycle (300-320 miles on the US test cycle).
September 9, 2019
Nik Miles and the Pit Crew
- First-Time Car Shopping
- Female Auto Experts Gather
- Run to the Sun
- Perry Stern from MSN Autos talks the new Porsche Hybrid Cayenne
- Kerry Kim joins us to talk about the 2020 Nissan Versa
- Nik enjoys the new Lincoln Aviator
July 21, 2019
Nik Miles and the Pit Crew
- Marko Mandaric CEO of BUMMPR explains this new product
- John Kraman with Mecum Auctions tempts Nik with some classic cars
- Trail Tech’s Joshua Barton on the Trail Tech Voyager Pro
- JP Canton with Polestar talks the Polestar 2
July 14, 2019
Nik Miles and the Pit Crew
- Myriam Joire from Mobile Tech Podcast is in studio to talk about E-Racing
- Ted Ryan from the Ford Archives on Ford’s contribution to the Apollo Missions
- Nick DiUlio with InsuranceQuotes.com, on Insurance Myths and Misconceptions
- Anton Walhman from Seeking Alpha looks at the latest auto industry news.
April 22, 2019
Nik Miles and the Pit Crew
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Roman Mica with The Fast Lane talks about The Golden Hitch Awards
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Brandon Girmus from Jeep talks the Gladiator
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Mark Gillies with VW celebrates 45 years of the Golf
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Anton Walhman from Seeking Alpha bring us the latest on electrics and the auto business
April 20, 2019
Nik Miles and the Pit Crew
- Alan Taylor - RV Expert
- Sarah Shelton from US News and World Report on the latest in electric vehicles
- David Lee from Toyota breaks down the Prius All Wheel Drive and the New Rav4
- Anton Walhman from Seeking Alpha bring us the latest on electrics and the auto business
March 17, 2019
Nik Miles and the Pit Crew
- Chris Brewer from Amelia Concours d’Elegance tells us about Rock Stars and Cars
- Mark Gillies with Volkswagen explores some Volkswagen history at the Amelia Concours d’Elegance.
- Perry Stern from MSN Autos breaks down the Geneva Auto Show and the new Aston Martin
- John Vincent from US News And World Report talks Mudfest and Military Discounts when you buy a new vehicle.
- Anton Walhman from Seeking Alpha bring us the latest on electrics and the auto business
March 17, 2019
Nik Miles and the Pit Crew
- Matt Barber with Subaru Winterfest will breakdown this event
- Buying new can be less expensive than used
- Jeff Zurschmeide talks about Ram in Vegas
- Jen talks about her adventure at the Bridgestone winter driving school
- Anton Walhman from Seeking Alpha brings the latest on auto industry finance
March 3, 2019
Nik Miles and the Pit Crew
- Nik previews the upcoming Geneva Auto Show
- Mark Trostle head of FCA design on this year’s competition for Drive For Design
- Ishaan Khatri Product Planning Manager for BMW group talks about the 60th anniversary Mini
- John Vincent with US News And World Report talks new versus used automobiles and which hold their value
- Anton Walhman from Seeking Alpha brings the latest on Tesla