Miles talks cars and automotive news mixed in with the occasional anecdotes from the motor trade. We 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 the people that make the industry tick.

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Today we look at SUVs, pickup trucks and 4x4 to see which would be best for the UK military as the look to replace the aging fleet of Land Rover Defenders.

Which 4x4 should the UK military buy next?

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This week the news is filled with new EV and hybrid&#39;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.

Every detail of the Taycan and the E-Tron GT

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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.

Every Generation of Bentley Continental GT

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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&#39;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.

Every Generation BMW Z4 (and Z3)

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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.

Every Generation of Audi TT in detail

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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.

Every Generation of Audi RS

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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.

Cars news this week and new EU car building proposals

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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.

Every Type R in Honda's history

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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.

Golf GTI - Every generation mk1 - mk8.5

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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.

Car discounts - who decides?

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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.

The latest car news and the Volvo XC90 review

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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.

Why does everyone want to sell the police their cars?

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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.

The business of building car - part 2

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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&#39;s talk about the business of making cars in podcast 104.

The business of building cars - could you start a car brand

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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.

AI car adverts are a disaster and the podcast is moving to its own channel

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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.

Are hot hatches disappearing for good?

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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

The podcast returns, and so does the Land Rover Freelander

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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.

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.

The Future of JLR and a car quiz #100

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

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

Great Engines #99

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Miles has serviced the Range Rover and it didn&#39;t go to plan meanwhile Sam looks at some recent tool purchases by Miles.

Miles has serviced the Range Rover and it didn&#39;t go to plan meanwhile Sam looks at some recent tool purchases by Miles.

Car servicing and Sam looks at tools #98

Car talk from news and reviews to old motor trade stories and the many car experiences, both good and bad shared with you all.

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 the people that make the industry tick. Expect lots of challenges as they muse what can be bought for certain budgets and encourage listeners to join in contemplating what they would buy if given a certain budget or requirement. Electric cars will feature on the podcast as the pair review some of the latest arrivals, however, gearheads and petrol heads will be more than at home here as the pair are ardent manual gearbox fans that still hold out hope there will be decades ahead for those that prefer their propulsion with a touch of sucking, squeezing, banging, and blowing. Listen Today!