About Us

For the Car-Curious

Whether you've wrenched for years or just started listening, you'll follow every reference the hosts make.

Sound familiar?

"Ever paused a podcast to Google 'LS swap'? Or nodded along when they mentioned 'boost creep' hoping context would save you?"

Automotive podcasts are full of knowledge, but hosts drop terms like "limited-slip differentials" and "double-wishbone suspension" without explanation. If you're new to cars, you scramble for context or tune out.

Enter Car Curious

We transcribe and annotate automotive podcasts, surfacing each explanation when a term comes up. No pausing to Google what it means.

Technical

Precise definitions for those who want accuracy and depth.

Too Afraid to Ask

Beginner-friendly explanations that assume no prior knowledge. No judgment.

The Smoking Tire

Ep. 892 — Best Drivers Cars Under $50k

Live annotations
24:16

Limited-Slip Differential

Sends power to the wheel with grip instead of the one spinning freely. Essential for sporty driving and slippery conditions.

31:42

Miata RF

The retractable fastback version of the MX-5, with a power-folding targa roof.

Annotations appear as you listen

How It Works

Step 1

Transcription

We transcribe each episode with speech recognition that identifies who's speaking.

Step 2

Annotation

AI identifies cars, parts, terms, and concepts mentioned throughout the episode.

Step 3

Explanation

Each annotation gets both technical and beginner-friendly explanations.

Podcasts We're Annotating

Browse our curated list of automotive podcasts

Everyday Driver Car Debate
Past Gas
The Best of Car Talk
Bring a Trailer Podcast
The Intercooler
THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends!

Get in Touch

Have feedback, suggestions, or want to see your favorite podcast added?

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