{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"143. The Pile Up: Brain Buster 05","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/143-the-pile-up-brain-buster-05","audioUrl":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/hotboxing/BB05.mp3?dest-id=1059140","description":"Emily attempts to get to the bottom of the first 200mph production car. Rose fills us in on the least powerful Corvette.   Pontiac Tojan  Recorded @iapdx  Recorded & mixed by Emdognightmare & Queen of the Vans Editor: Emdognightmare  Production & research Queen of the Vans & Emdognightmare  Find us: Car Krush Stay updated w/ our newsletter  Hugs, thank you & high fives to Greg Meleney for the killer tunez!"},"annotations":[{"startTime":121.72,"endTime":124.2,"type":"car","title":"Dodge Charger","url":"/cars/dodge/charger","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/8f/1970_Dodge_Charger_R-T_Hirschaid_22-20220709-RM-120204.jpg","quote":"...the Dodge Charger Daytona. And this was a super bird. I don't think was the Daytona a super bird.","canonicalId":"car:dodge:charger","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Dodge Charger Daytona is a high-performance variant of the Charger, designed for racing and known for its distinctive aerodynamic features, including a large rear wing.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Dodge Charger Daytona is a special version of the Charger car from 1969, built for speed and racing. It has a unique design that helps it go faster, including a big wing on the back.","imageAttribution":"Ermell (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":125.56,"endTime":127.0,"type":"car","title":"Plymouth Super Bird","url":"/cars/plymouth/superbird","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/37/1970_Plymouth_Road_Runner_Superbird_LC23.jpg","quote":"The Dodge Charger Daytona.  And this was a super bird.  I don't think was the Daytona a super bird.","canonicalId":"car:plymouth:superbird","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Plymouth Superbird is a legendary muscle car produced in 1970, known for its distinctive aerodynamic design and large rear wing. It was built for racing and is often celebrated for its bold styling and performance, making it a significant part of automotive history.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Plymouth Superbird is a cool and unique car from the 1970s that has a big wing on the back to help it go fast. It's famous for its racing history and stands out because of its unusual look.","imageAttribution":"MrWalkr (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":125.6,"endTime":128.6,"type":"car","title":"Dodge Superbird","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5d/1970_Plymouth_Superbird_%2826236613904%29.jpg","quote":"...And this was a super bird. 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Yeah, that's like.","canonicalId":"car:dodge:road-runner","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Dodge Road Runner is a classic muscle car that debuted in 1968, known for its performance and affordability. It was designed to be a no-frills, high-speed vehicle, often associated with the cartoon character of the same name, making it a fun and memorable part of automotive culture.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Dodge Road Runner is a fun and fast car that came out in the late 1960s. It was made to be exciting to drive without a lot of extra features, and it's named after a cartoon bird, which makes it even more interesting.","imageAttribution":"Sicnag (CC BY 2.0)"}},{"startTime":181.6,"endTime":183.7,"type":"concept","title":"NASCAR","url":"/glossary/nascar","quote":"So it was built to win the NASCAR races. 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It's used to make cars more aerodynamic, which helps them go faster and use less fuel."}},{"startTime":195.1,"endTime":199.1,"type":"term","title":"downforce","url":"/glossary/downforce","quote":"And the wing was above the trunk and it created downforce and stability at extreme speeds.","canonicalId":"term:downforce","priority":0.9,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Downforce is the aerodynamic force that pushes a car down towards the road, enhancing grip and stability, especially at high speeds. It is crucial in motorsports for maintaining control during cornering.","simplifiedExplanation":"Downforce is what helps keep a car on the ground when it's going really fast. 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I know that one.","canonicalId":"car:porsche:911","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Porsche 911 is a high-performance sports car that has been in production since 1964. It is known for its distinctive design, rear-engine layout, and strong performance characteristics.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Porsche 911 is a famous sports car known for its speed and unique shape. It has been around for a long time and is loved by car enthusiasts.","imageAttribution":"David Villarreal Fernández (CC BY-SA 2.0)"}},{"startTime":372.7,"endTime":376.4,"type":"term","title":"L98","quote":"In stock form, it had an L98. 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It helps cars start moving quickly and climb hills easily."}},{"startTime":431.9,"endTime":434.5,"type":"term","title":"twin-turbo","url":"/glossary/twin-turbo","quote":"...and the twin-turbo version was production based, but they didn't make more than the one.","canonicalId":"term:twin-turbo","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Twin-turbo refers to an engine configuration that uses two turbochargers to increase the engine's power output by forcing more air into the combustion chamber. This setup can significantly enhance performance and efficiency.","simplifiedExplanation":"Twin-turbo means the engine has two turbochargers. 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