Best Miles Goodson Podcasts (2024)

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The Future of JLR and a car quiz #100 58:38

1y ago58:38

58:38

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.By Miles Goodson

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Great Engines #99 57:20

1y ago57:20

57:20

The team discuss great engines from the humble small economy cars that move the world, to exotic small cars. Sam talks car shows.By Miles Goodson

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Car servicing and Sam looks at tools #98 54:13

1y ago54:13

54:13

Miles has serviced the Range Rover and it didn't go to plan meanwhile Sam looks at some recent tool purchases by Miles.By Miles Goodson

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Sam struggles to get an MOT plus car news #97 1:04:44

1y ago1:04:44

1:04:44

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.By Miles Goodson

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BMW make a hydrogen X5 and Sam talks pickup trucks #96 38:17

1+ y ago38:17

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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.By Miles Goodson

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Car oils and the next generation of electric cars #95 58:29

1+ y ago58:29

58:29

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.By Miles Goodson

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Australian speed limits, flying, and Hyundai still leading hot hatchbacks #94 25:20

1+ y ago25:20

25:20

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 whe…

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Volvo and JLR are looking to the future, but have they got the right idea? #93 51:26

1+ y ago51:26

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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?By Miles Goodson

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The best cars of each category from supermini to SUV #92 1:01:59

1+ y ago1:01:59

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The team make their picks for the best car in each category from small to large. Options aren't limited to new cars and so there is lots of choice for all.By Miles Goodson

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The team pick the one car they would keep forever #91 49:23

1+ y ago49:23

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In this episode, Sam and Miles find that their interest in a particular car is closer than they thought.By Miles Goodson

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Car should be fun #90 51:53

1+ y ago51:53

51:53

This week the team talk about why fun cars are usually found in cheap vehicles that aren't particularly fast, practical or reliable.By Miles Goodson

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Planes and car modifications #89 44:08

1+ y ago44:08

44:08

Sam forgets this is an automotive podcast and spends the episode discussing planes while Miles talks about car modifications.By Miles Goodson

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Car nostalgia and some listener questions #88 53:17

1+ y ago53:17

53:17

Sam and Miles get nostalgic about old cars and a short return of listener questions.By Miles Goodson

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Oxford bizarre car ban and Britvolt bankrupt #87 54:29

1+ y ago54:29

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The team discuss some bizarre plans by Oxford council that sound more like the film 'The Hunger Games' than a way of reducing pollution. Britain's hopes to lead the way on battery electric cars take a knock as Britvolt looks certain to go out of business.By Miles Goodson

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The British Motor Museum #86 50:08

1+ y ago50:08

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Miles talks about a recent trip to the British Motor Museum while sam celebrates his latest bit of carpentry.By Miles Goodson

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Swiss EV ban and is it is worth restoring classics. Plus Sam's cylinder mower #85 43:48

1+ y ago43:48

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The team briefly discuss the recent news of a Swiss EV ban before debating whether restoring classics is always worth it and whether all classics should be saved. Sam then runs off on a tangent and talks about his cylinder mower and how it will last 400 years.By Miles Goodson

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Mercedes subscriptions and Ferrari F1 #84 47:10

1+ y ago47:10

47:10

In the first podcast of the new year, the team talk about manufacturer subscription services for heated seats and other features. After that, it's Rimac and Binotto leaving Ferrari F1.By Miles Goodson

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Merry Christmas from The Miles Driven #83 3:28

1+ y ago3:28

3:28

No podcast this week but a short Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of our listeners.By Miles Goodson

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Car quiz. Sam's turn on the driving license theory test #82 1:08:48

1+ y ago1:08:48

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When the team did this a few podcasts ago Sam was the one asking the questions, but how will he do as the contestant as Miles becomes quiz master for an episodeBy Miles Goodson

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Car recycling and what car would Sam buy today? #81 35:52

1+ y ago35:52

35:52

The team discuss what car Sam would buy if he was out looking to buy something right now and whether recycling cars to keep using them is better than building new cars.By Miles Goodson

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The Golf GTI disaster #80 41:18

1+ y ago41:18

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Miles tells the story of his Golf GTI. A story Sam knows all too well having spent a considerable amount of time underneath the car trying to repair it.By Miles Goodson

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New Abarth electric hatchback and Sam talks about Mexico #79 50:33

1+ y ago50:33

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The team discuss the car that Abarth plans to return to America with, a hot version of the 500e. Sam talks about his trip to Mexico.By Miles Goodson

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Car quiz. The driving license theory test #78 1:06:03

1+ y ago1:06:03

1:06:03

Sam has seismic news with the announcement of Miles' latest car purchase and then we have the UK theory test. Can you get enough right answers to pass the test?By Miles Goodson

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Noise limiters, Mitsubishi leave the UK, and an interesting study about dog pollution #77 59:03

1+ y ago59:03

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The team have a busy episode catching up on news stories they should have seen sooner from the car world including Mitsubishi exiting the UK. We also hear about dogs being as polluting as cars and noise limiters to fine people with noisy exhausts. Miles questions whether London should be EV and hybrid-friendly instead of just EV friendly as a way t…

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The Moose test car quiz and NCAP safety scores #76 58:03

1+ y ago58:03

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Sam has another car quiz and Miles discusses the ever-stricter testing of NCAP safety scores and whether cars will soon find it impossible to pass the safety test without being laden with cameras and sensorsBy Miles Goodson

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The new BMW M2 and are eFuels the future? #75 53:53

1+ y ago53:53

53:53

The team discuss the new BMW M2 as the last ever BMW M car without a hybrid or electric powertrain. The team then discuss whether eFuels are the future.By Miles Goodson

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The Land Rover Discovery and a happy birthday to Sam #74 1:06:41

1+ y ago1:06:41

1:06:41

The team discuss the Land Rover Discovery. Including a correction to a recent car buyer's guide. Sam celebrates yet another birthday.By Miles Goodson

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Is the 996 generation Porsche 911 the one to buy, and lorry drivers need better rest conditions #73 1:05:00

1+ y ago1:05:00

1:05:00

The team discuss which generation of the Porsche 911 is the best to buy to today, and they talk about the shortage of truck drivers across the world, Miles thinks poor rest conditions are one of the reasons.By Miles Goodson

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Can video games make you a better driver #72 1:04:33

1+ y ago1:04:33

1:04:33

In this weeks car podcast the team discuss whether video games can teach you anything about cars and how to become a better driver. The team also discuss car warranties.By Miles Goodson

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The new Astra GSe and the Toyota Supra and Miles complains about a terrible journey home #71 1:12:01

1+ y ago1:12:01

1:12:01

The team talk about the new Astra GSe and the Toyota Supra. Miles then hijacks the podcast to tell his story of woe when his flight home was cancelled and he and his wife were left a long way homeBy Miles Goodson

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Sam does another car quiz #70 45:04

2y ago45:04

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Sam hosts his own gameshow with a car quiz after dubbing himself the quizmaster (at least for cars). Miles hesitates on the answers (as you'd expect).By Miles Goodson

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Is car design doomed and what is a great car to buy right now #69 1:05:21

2y ago1:05:21

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Miles has been reading a book on car history and wonders if car design is doomed to mould into one and then thinks he has an excellent suggestion for a car everyone should buy now - Sam disagrees.By Miles Goodson

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(Bonus episode) The Cars and Travel of the late Her Majesty The Queen Elizabeth II #68 35:45

2y ago35:45

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In this bonus episode in remembrance of Her majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s life and reign, Miles and Sam discuss the long and distinguished list of cars that the late Queen owned and drove. From Bentley to Audi, BMW to Maybach, join us for a chat about the cars of the Monarchy, and as always, our opinions on the collection.…

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Would you buy a Jaguar and what is happening with used car values #67 56:46

2y ago56:46

56:46

Miles asks Sam if he would buy a Jaguar after the recent Jaguar XJ buyer's guide opened up a question about whether we are losing great cars. Miles then questions used car values.By Miles Goodson

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Superchargers, Superchargers, Superchargers #66 1:03:22

2y ago1:03:22

1:03:22

Today the team talk exclusively about superchargers from how they work to why they aren't commonly used in Europe but still have a strong presence in the American domestic performance marketBy Miles Goodson

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Can we get excited about electric hot hatchbacks? #65 45:38

2y ago45:38

45:38

Miles is struggling to be enthusiastic about electric hot hatchbacks, the guys then talk about the Toyota Yaris hybrid after a drive, and once again question is hybrid the answer?By Miles Goodson

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Miles has a new game, an F1 update and listener questions #64 1:12:29

2y ago1:12:29

1:12:29

Miles is convinced he finally has a good game for Sam and listener questions return. Before that the team do an F1 update.By Miles Goodson

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The new MG roadster and a quick F1 recap #63 1:02:56

2y ago1:02:56

1:02:56

Miles talks about the latest MG roadster which is creeping closer to reality and Sam does a short F1 updateBy Miles Goodson

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Motor Trader stories and Sam talks machinery #62 1:05:02

2y ago1:05:02

1:05:02

In a slight detour from regular service, Sam explains the machinery he works with and how it is powered. Miles follows up with a motor trader story from his time in the trade.By Miles Goodson

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Are subscriptions the future? and VW gets a new boss #61 1:02:45

2y ago1:02:45

1:02:45

Miles and Sam question whether car subscriptions for features like Navigation or heated seats are the future or a flash-in-the-pan idea. VW gets a new boss which could mean more concentration on e-fuels.By Miles Goodson

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Car Quiz - would you rather? #60 1:05:25

2y ago1:05:25

1:05:25

The last Saturday podcast for the summer as the team slow down the schedule but don't worry, the Tuesday Podcast will be release as normal. Sam arrives prepared with a car quiz that he thinks will only take twenty minutes and then remembers it is Miles answering the questions, in the end it takes over an hour, but its good fun along the way.…

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A-Z Car Quiz #59 52:54

2y ago52:54

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Miles has the idea of a car quiz naming manufacturers from A-Z, then forgets hall the names of car brands. Sam has a bit more luck.By Miles Goodson

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Car Finance deals and the new Honda Civic Type R is nearly here #58 54:59

2y ago54:59

54:59

Miles talks about finance to give a better view of what is and how to understand it. Sam announces that the arrival of the new Civic Type R is almost upon us.By Miles Goodson

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The 20mph speed limit, digestive biscuits, and glitter lorries #57 49:16

2y ago49:16

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Sam talks about digestive biscuits on these weeks automotive podcast, and the oddity of glitter lorries operating in the hot weather. Miles tries to understand why Wales wants a 20mph speed limit.By Miles Goodson

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Sam's car quiz and is the Diesel engine dead and gone#56 1:12:41

2y ago1:12:41

1:12:41

Sam starts the podcast with a quiz of would you rather leaving Miles with a few tough car choices and Miles talks about the Mazda CX-60 and whether Diesel engines are gone forever.By Miles Goodson

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Bezos' boat and the story of the Astra brakes #55 1:28:01

2y ago1:28:01

1:28:01

The team return after a series of audio troubles that still don't seem to have been completely remedied. Sam talks about Bezos' boat that is going to be cut in half to move it promising it is automotive related. The story of the never ending trouble fixing the Vauxhall Astra brakes is finally told.By Miles Goodson

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Car news of the week and our audio failure #54 10:18

2y ago10:18

10:18

It's just Miles this week after an audio failure knocked out both the Tuesday and Saturday podcast. Miles rounds up the car news including a new Lada, A Toyota recall and a new MG.By Miles Goodson

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What don't we overhaul older car instead of buying new. Plus F1 Quiz #53 1:22:25

2y ago1:22:25

1:22:25

The team starts with an F1 quiz about the lap records of the V10 and the hybrid era. Miles questions whether instead of buying new cars we should overhaul old cars with manufacturer support to extend the life of old vehicles.By Miles Goodson

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EV Quiz and Vigilante Cyclists #52 1:32:14

2y ago1:32:14

1:32:14

Miles has an EV quiz for Sam and the team discusses whether there is a more harmonious way for all road users to go about their business without recording every mistake we make and attempting to get people in trouble.By Miles Goodson