{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"097 - BYD Boss talks 2026 in Australia and the new Atto 1","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/097-byd-boss-talks-2026-in-australia-and-the-new-atto-1","audioUrl":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/VVRVT2389999750.mp3?updated=1763592793","description":"This week, Stephen Collins, Chief Operating Officer - BYD Australia & New Zealand joins the Two Blokes.\n\nWe talk about the new Atto 1 and Atto 2 and their aggressive pricing.\n\nAs well as what the future long and short term is for BYD as a car brand in Australia.\n\nThanks to NRMA Insurance and Uniden Smart Dashcams, plus, you can be part of the show, thanks to Vodafone, send us a text message on 0477 657 657"},"annotations":[{"startTime":74.0,"endTime":82.0,"type":"car","title":"BYD Addo One","quote":"But Stephen, like this is aggressive. Now, the Addo One is a fascinating car because it's a nice compact hatchback. 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But Gail owns a Toyota Corolla.","canonicalId":"car:toyota:corolla","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Toyota Corolla is a compact car known for its reliability and fuel efficiency. It's often recommended as a great first car for new drivers due to its affordability and ease of use.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Toyota Corolla is a small car that is very reliable and good on gas. 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