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Engine swapping a 50cc moped to a 125\nBest starter motorcycle\nGenesis GV80 or Acura MDX Type S?\nAnd more!\nRecorded July 1, 2026\nShow Notes\nFactor\nHead to https://Factormeals.com/tire50off and use code tire50off to get 50 percent off and free daily greens per box, with new subscription only, while supplies last until 09/27/2026. (See website for more details).\nTruewerk\n The work doesn’t stop just because the weather changes. Upgrade to the T2 WerkPant and stay comfortable no matter what the day brings. Get 15% off your first order at https://TRUEWERK.com with code tire. TRUEWERK, built like it matters, because it does.\nEnter to WIN our AMAZING 2025 Porsche 911 Turbo S!! https://www.dreamgiveaway.com/tickets/porsche?promo=SMOKINGTIRE\nPromo Code Offer: Get 4X bonus tickets with any donation of $25 or more. 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That's what that's what a dug wants...","canonicalId":"car:toyota:supra","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.95,"source":"gemini-3.5-flash","data":{"explanation":"The fourth-generation Toyota Supra (A80) is a 1990s Japanese sports car icon legendary for its iron-block 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged 2JZ-GTE inline-six engine. This powerplant became famous for its extreme durability, allowing tuners to extract over 1,000 horsepower on stock internals.","simplifiedExplanation":"A legendary Japanese sports car from the 1990s, made famous by video games and movies. 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I mean it drove like a race car...","canonicalId":"car:gumpert:apollo","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gemini-3.5-flash","data":{"explanation":"The Gumpert Apollo is a mid-engine German supercar produced in the mid-2000s, powered by an Audi-derived twin-turbocharged 4.2-liter V8. It was designed with a heavy focus on aerodynamics and track performance, resulting in a highly polarizing, function-over-form exterior design.","simplifiedExplanation":"A rare, very aggressive-looking German supercar from the 2000s. 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I would say it does not look terrible, but it's not it's not in fashion...","canonicalId":"car:subaru:impreza wrx sti","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"gemini-3.5-flash","data":{"explanation":"The Subaru Impreza WRX STI is a rally-bred performance icon famous for its symmetrical all-wheel-drive system and turbocharged EJ-series boxer engine. Developed to homologate Subaru's World Rally Championship contenders, it is instantly recognizable by its signature hood scoop and massive rear wing.","simplifiedExplanation":"A high-performance version of Subaru's compact car, built with technology inspired by rally racing. 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