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The Miles Driven

by Miles Goodson · English · Leisure & Travel

Miles and Sam at The Miles Driven talk cars and automotive news mixed in with the occasional anecdotes from Miles' past in the motor trade. The pair also keep you updated with news and take deep dives into the automotive world whether that be the history, the future, or the present day of cars and t

Typical length: 58 min
Language: English

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S2 · E16 · 2 hr 20 min
Every detail of the Taycan and the E-Tron GT
This week the news is filled with new EV and hybrid's along with some exciting enthusiast cars. The team then go into detail on the Porsche Taycan and Audi E-Tron GT along with some further conversation on how the cars have developed over time and what the future is likely to hold for them.
S2 · E15 · 2 hr 19 min
Every Generation of Bentley Continental GT
In this weeks podcast we discuss every generation of the Bentley Continental GT from the original W12 all the way to 2026 Continental Supersports which has ditched the hybrid drivetrain to become the lightest production Bentley model of all time. Also this week we talk car news including talk of the Audi RS 5-Cylinder engine getting a new lease of life as Audi looks to keep the engine into the future.
S2 · E14 · 1 hr 58 min
Every Generation BMW Z4 (and Z3)
This week we discuss every generation of BMW Z4 including the BMW Z3 and honorary mention for the BMW Z1 that came before them. As the last of the 2026 BMW Z4 cars leave showrooms we're reminded how successful the car has been for the brand at a time when the future of sports cars look bleak. Hopefully more is on the horizon so sit back and enjoy the journey of the BMW Z car with us.
S2 · E13 · 2 hr 31 min
Every Generation of Audi TT in detail
This week Miles and Owen discuss every era of the Audi TT from its very inception in 1995 to the swan song in 2023 and every bit in-between. The future of the Audi TT is currently unknown however test mules of an all-electric version may mean that the future TT is EV only. We discuss this an possible options in todays podcast along with a quick roundup of the news.
S2 · E12 · 3 hr
Every Generation of Audi RS
This week we discuss every generation of Audi RS and the latest news. We highlight every RS model including the inception of the RS with the RS2 but give a nod to the S2 for its beginning of the performance Audi becoming a household name for car enthusiasts across the globe.
S2 · E11 · 31 min
Cars news this week and new EU car building proposals
This week we look at the latest car news and some price increases from luxury brands. Added to this there is talk of an EU proposal to mandate cars to be built in the EU or face a tariff, but what will this mean for the UK.
S2 · E10 · 2 hr 32 min
Every Type R in Honda's history
This week we cover the Type R versions of every Honda starting with the NSX and working our way to the best known in the Honda Civic Type R.
S2 · E9 · 1 hr 48 min
Golf GTI - Every generation mk1 - mk8.5
In this episode Owen and Miles cover every single generation of Golf GTI from inception to the latest mk8.5 50th anniversary record breaker. We also discuss this weeks car news.
S2 · E8 · 41 min
Car discounts - who decides?
This weeks podcast is focused around a viewer question on whether the car dealer or the car manufacturer is the one that dictates what discount someone can have when buying a used and new car.
S2 · E7 · 48 min
The latest car news and the Volvo XC90 review
This week we run through the latest car news from BMW, BYD, Audi and VW. Plus a mention of the most and least reliable cars. Then its this week drive in the Volvo XC90, a full review will be on the channel next week too.
S2 · E6 · 1 hr 44 min
Why does everyone want to sell the police their cars?
In episode six we have guest and friend of the show Owen come in to talk about all things cars, including the advantages and disadvantages of selling the police their cars and what is the future of modified cars. We also talk peak car and cover this weeks automotive news.
S2 · E5 · 1 hr 35 min
The business of building car - part 2
Think you could start a car company, in the second part of our assessment of the business of building cars we talk about how companies export cars to other countries and open dealerships plus getting reviews from journalists and advertising the brand.
S2 · E4 · 1 hr 43 min
The business of building cars - could you start a car brand
Building cars is one of the most fascinating and challenging industries to compete in. More car companies are struggling to exist at a time when more EVs and more new entrants along with stricter and stricter regulations are making the business near impossible. But could you do it. Let's talk about the business of making cars in podcast 104.
S2 · E3 · 49 min
AI car adverts are a disaster and the podcast is moving to its own channel
AI is being used for car adverts and saying all types of nonsense of not explaining how the car works properly, how do you combat this? Jaguar are going ahead with the type 00 release as a full EV model that will come out in 2027 and there is car news across the industry. The big news though is that this podcast is moving to its own channel. The new channel will be named The Miles Driven Podcasts so you can get all your podcasts for the show on there from now on.
19 min
Are hot hatches disappearing for good?
Hot hatchbacks used to be everywhere but today less car manufacturers are offering affordable fast hatchbacks for the masses. Is this a temporary problem for 2026 or do new regulations and emissions equipment mean that few car brands can afford a halo hatchback as more and more people buy SUVs.
24 min
The podcast returns, and so does the Land Rover Freelander
The podcast returns after a long hiatus and with it a discussion on whether JLR are making the right decision in bringing a Chinese made Land Rover Freelander to market
S1 · E100 · 59 min
The Future of JLR and a car quiz #100
The team celebrate episode 100 with a car quiz but before that, they ponder the future of Jaguar Land Rover. Sam talks about a steam train.
S1 · E99 · 57 min
Great Engines #99
The team discuss great engines from the humble small economy cars that move the world, to exotic small cars. Sam talks car shows.
S1 · E98 · 54 min
Car servicing and Sam looks at tools #98
Miles has serviced the Range Rover and it didn't go to plan meanwhile Sam looks at some recent tool purchases by Miles.
S1 · E97 · 1 hr 5 min
Sam struggles to get an MOT plus car news #97
The team talk about the latest car news after Sam tells his story of woe after a garage refuge to start an MOT test on his car.
S1 · E96 · 38 min
BMW make a hydrogen X5 and Sam talks pickup trucks #96
The team discuss the limited run of BMW X5 hydrogen models powering an electric motor and Sam talks about pickup trucks as he considers what he will buy in the future.
S1 · E95 · 58 min
Car oils and the next generation of electric cars #95
The guys talk about car oils and how and why the next generation of electric cars. Porsche is raising prices to help fund its electric future and other manufacturers are set to do the same.
S1 · E94 · 25 min
Australian speed limits, flying, and Hyundai still leading hot hatchbacks #94
Miles returns from Australia and wonders if some of the Australian speed limits are a little too low considering the size of the country, especially with the added enforcement and wider use of patrol cars. The team have a short chat about the differences in flying window seat in a Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner and a Boeing 777-3ER before questioning whether any hot hatch is better than a Hyundai I30N given its price.
S1 · E93 · 51 min
Volvo and JLR are looking to the future, but have they got the right idea? #93
Jaguar Land Rover intends to split their brands in the showroom from the end of 2024 and Volvo has said the new XC30 is designed for the subscription model. Is this a step forward for the brands, or a lost attempt at moving forward?
S1 · E92 · 1 hr 2 min
The best cars of each category from supermini to SUV #92
In this episode, Sam and Miles find that their interest in a particular car is closer than they thought.
S1 · E91 · 49 min
The team pick the one car they would keep forever #91
In this episode, Sam and Miles find that their interest in a particular car is closer than they thought.
S1 · E90 · 52 min
Car should be fun #90
This week the team talk about why fun cars are usually found in cheap vehicles that aren't particularly fast, practical or reliable.
S1 · E89 · 44 min
Planes and car modifications #89
Sam forgets this is an automotive podcast and spends the episode discussing planes while Miles talks about car modifications.
S1 · E88 · 53 min
Car nostalgia and some listener questions #88
Sam and Miles get nostalgic about old cars and a short return of listener questions.

About The Miles Driven

The Miles Driven is a English leisure & travel podcast from Miles Goodson. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Miles Goodson
Language: English
Category: Leisure & Travel
Typical length: 58 min
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