Our Auto Expert
Nik Miles
Last episode almost 4 years agoOur Auto Expert covers the car industry, from new cars to giving potential buyers all the background and information on buying a new vehicle.
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Episodes (206)
2-1-2020 - Volvo Joins The Pure-Electric Age, And Something New From Maserati To Fall In Love With!
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?
1-26-2020 - 2020 Toyota Highlander Revealed, And A Company That Some May Not Expect Wins The Rebelle Rally Crossover Category
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!
1-18-2019 - Shifting in to overdrive as we rev up for the Chicago Auto Show
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
1-11-2020 - Our Auto Expert's picks for Car, Truck, and SUV of 2019!
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!
1-04-2020 - Running Down The BEST of 2019!!!!
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!!!
12-28-2019 - A New Winter Warrior Is Coming From Dodge, And Do We Really Need Driving Schools?
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?
12-21-2019 - Volkswagen Unveils Buggy Concept, And Taking A Look At What's New Out Of Mazda, Toyota, And Hyundai!
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
12-14-2019 - New Releases From Nissan, Chevrolet, Acura, and Mini, As Well As What Auto Loans Fit YOU!
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!
12-7-2019 - Volkswagen Makes A Reveal At The LA Auto Show, Ford Is Teaming Up With McDonalds
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?
11-30-2019 - December Deals You Should Be On The Lookout For, And What Toyota Tickled Nik's Fancy At SEMA?
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
11-23-19 - The New Black Badge Cullinan, Ford Mustang Mach-E and more from the LA Auto Show!
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
11-16-2019 - Getting geared up for the Los Angeles Auto Show!
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
11-9-2019 - Recapping the SEMA Show, background on the upcoming Blockbuster "Ford v Ferrari", Mini Takes the States is BACK!
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!
Which Automobile Holds The Most Value? The VW Atlas Cross Sport, New Ford Super Duty, And The Tokyo Auto Show
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
Mazda Miata MX-5, Rolls Royce Wraith, Getting Your Car Winter Ready
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
10-19-19 - Volkswagen and Nike are teaming up, and the new Lincoln Corsair
Nik's talking points: Pirelli's Steve Carpino discusses the importance of your tires Meagan talks about her off-roading experience Acura's Andrew Quillin looks back at the RDX's time at Run to the Sun Volkswagen's Will Gock hass the latest buzz on VW and Nike teaming up Gretchen Saur previews the new Corsair Anton Wahlman brings us some more Tesla news
10-12-2019 - Celebrating the 80th Anniversary of the Lincoln Continental, and Getting Ready for Winter
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
10-5-2019 - Changing Weather Means Extra Car Upkeep, And We Have Experts To Help
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
09-29-2019 - Kia Stinger, Ford Explorer ST, And More From The Frankfurt Auto Show
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
09-21-2019 - Nik Takes A Trip Down Under, 2020 Land Rover Defender, Genesis G70
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
09-14-2019 - Run To The Sun Winner And Other Fun Rides
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).
09-07-2019 - Heels And Wheels, Porsche Hybrid Cayenne
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
08-31-2019 Our Auto Expert - 2020 Chevy Silverado And Mini Racing
All-New 2020 NASCAR Xfinity Series Mustang Unveiled Shad Joins Us To Talk About The 2020 Chevy Silverado Eric Newland Discusses The 60th Anniversary Of Mini Race September 6-8 Brian Armstead's First Impressions Of The Mustang Bullitt Anton Walhman Previews The Frankfurt Auto Show Will The U.S. Have To Wait A Long Time For Volkswagen Electric Cars To Hit American Soil?
08-24-2019 Our Auto Expert - Nissan Versa & Cadillac XT5
Carrie Kim with Autobytel talking about the 2020 Nissan Versa James Hunter on the Cadillac XT5 Chad Deschenes on the Lexus RC F Track Edition IndyCar driver Sebastian Bourdais joins the show Anton Wahlman breaking down the new electric Porsche headed to showroom floors soon!
8-17-19 OUR AUTO EXPERT
Meagan Wristen from Mommytravels talks about the Heels & Wheels event for women journalists Nik and Jennifer explain the event that will be hitting the road soon, Run to the Sun 2019 Perry Stern from MSN Autos joins the show with the exciting news of the Porsche Cayenne Hybrid Want to purchase an Elvis owned automobile? Bridgett Kruse has 3 of them up for Auction on 8-31-19 Grand Prix Racing hits Portland the big event is coming soon Jerry Jensen tells you how you can join in the fun