{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Audi Nuvolari; Teaching Kids to Judge Tires (for charity!)","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/audi-nuvolari-teaching-kids-to-judge-tires-for-charity","audioUrl":"https://pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/10/clrtpod.com/m/cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/08e542fe-7675-4c90-abeb-0cff5f9a3d6d/bceb3f91-afbb-4f97-87f6-5f4387bbb382/episodes/audio/group/c54ac3f2-bd8f-4a17-b6a7-f2336a8b72a4/group-item/6c67e133-4dc4-4382-892c-c22ad2a9f108/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=c2RzTGta","description":"Matt Farah and Zack Klapman discuss Audi's new supercar, the Nuvolari; get confused by Mustang history; Matt tells us about his role as a judge for an inaugural car charity event; and Patreon questions include:\nIs the Gumball 3000 the pinnacle of \"rally\"?\nHow to spot undercover police cars\nDoes altitude effect our car reviews?\nThe hardest car part we've had to find\nDo we enjoy driving slow cars slowly?\nWill smooth '90s styling come back?\n$50k for a \"plan Z\" car with my friends\nHow fast do you go in the canyons?\nWhich cars do better on BaT vs Cars and Bids?\nUnderrated food cities\nAnd more!\nRecorded June 9, 2026\nVinbidders\n Smoking Tire fans get $100 off the listing price with promo code TIRE and by visiting https://vinbidders.com/tire\nGo from submitting your car to a confirmed sale in under 1 week with VinBidders. 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Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST. Watch our car reviews: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire  Tweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram:https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman"},"annotations":[{"id":413084,"startTime":52.76,"endTime":58.98,"type":"car","title":"Ford Mustang","url":"/cars/ford/mustang","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/52/2024_Ford_Mustang%2C_LaSalle%2C_Ontario%2C_2025-06-28.jpg","quote":"...'s new supercar. We get confused by a six-wheeled Mustang and he talks about his weekend judging cars for a...","canonicalId":"car:ford:mustang","priority":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Ford Mustang is a classic American sports coupe/pony car known for its long-running performance and customization culture. 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It’s a specific body-shape feature, not a generic description.","simplifiedExplanation":"A “dorsal fin” is a fin-like bump or ridge on the body of a vehicle. The host is saying the car’s shape needs something like that to look balanced if you compress the proportions. It’s about the car’s outline and styling."}},{"id":413115,"startTime":2448.6,"endTime":2456.0,"type":"car","title":"Bugatti","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/61/Automobiles_Ettore_Bugatti_automobiles_Classic-Days_2022_IMG_6952.jpg","quote":"well and an auto both auto unions and Bugatti's have that big bustle in behind the driver because they had enormous engines","canonicalId":"car:bugatti:bugatti","priority":0.8,"confidence":0.72,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Bugatti is referenced as a brand known for a distinctive rear “bustle” behind the driver. 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They’re saying AMG cars tend to hold their value better than some competitors."}},{"id":413192,"startTime":5164.5,"endTime":5170.2,"type":"car","title":"Rolls-Royce Phantom","url":"/cars/rolls-royce/phantom","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/85/New_Rolls_Royce_Phantom_V12_Limousine%2C_the_highest_caliber_in_automobile_state_of_the_art%2C_passion_for_quality_and_speed%21_Enjoy%21_%29_%284594490791%29_%282%29.jpg","quote":"i wonder if you can get a rolls royce yet for 70 grand like phantom yeah not a good one yeah it'll be pretty scruffy","canonicalId":"car:rolls-royce:phantom","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Rolls-Royce Phantom is the brand’s flagship ultra-luxury sedan, famous for its long-wheelbase comfort and high-end craftsmanship. 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The host is saying you can still be happy without it if you just want a smooth, relaxed ride."}},{"id":413194,"startTime":5188.9,"endTime":5190.1,"type":"term","title":"slush box","url":"/glossary/slush-box","quote":"you're okay with like a slush box that'll be a\n[5190.1s] extremely good cruiser","canonicalId":"term:slush-box","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Slush box” is a slang term for a conventional automatic transmission that prioritizes smoothness over fast, sporty shifts. In this context, the host implies that even a less performance-oriented automatic can still make a great comfortable cruiser.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Slush box” is slang for a normal automatic transmission. They’re saying you don’t need a fancy fast-shifting gearbox to enjoy the car."}},{"id":413195,"startTime":5190.06,"endTime":5196.64,"type":"car","title":"Aston Martin DBS","url":"/cars/aston-martin/dbs","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c3/2018_Aston_Martin_DBS_Superleggera.jpg","quote":"...e a slush box that'll be a extremely good cruiser dbs you know older dbs sure you want to roll a dice i...","canonicalId":"car:aston martin:dbs","priority":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Aston Martin DBS is a grand tourer—an upscale sports car built for comfortable high-speed cruising. The podcast calls it an “extremely good cruiser” and mentions older DBS models and the idea of “rolling a dice,” which points to variability in ownership experience. It’s discussed because it’s a desirable, performance-oriented luxury car where condition and maintenance history matter.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Aston Martin DBS is a luxury sports car designed for long, comfortable drives. The podcast describes it as a great “cruiser,” meaning it’s meant to travel smoothly at speed. It also hints that buying an older one can be a gamble depending on the car’s condition.","imageAttribution":"Calreyn88 (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"id":413196,"startTime":5204.48,"endTime":5211.12,"type":"car","title":"Cayman Gts","url":"/cars/porsche/cayman","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f7/-127%2C_2016_Porsche_Cayman_Clubsport%2C_General_Touring_Open_class_%2852824626066%29.jpg","quote":"70k i mean we'll get you a cayman gts that's a great car which is a great car with a pdk\n[5211.1s] two trunks you know very very comfy","canonicalId":"car:cayman:","priority":0.65,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Porsche Cayman GTS is a performance-focused trim of Porsche’s mid-engine Cayman, typically tuned for sharper handling and a more driver-oriented feel than base models. The host calls it a great car and highlights its comfort and practicality.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Cayman GTS is a sportier version of Porsche’s Cayman. They’re saying it’s a great all-around car, including for comfort.","imageAttribution":"Wikimedia Commons / CC BY 2.0"}},{"id":413197,"startTime":5326.5,"endTime":5332.52,"type":"car","title":"Lamborghini Kuntosh","url":"/cars/lamborghini/countach","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/1/10/1990_Lamborghini_Countach.jpg","quote":"...t this point she can have what she wants i get it kuntosh monthly run rate you know there's all this dumb s...","canonicalId":"car:lamborghini:countach","priority":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Lamborghini Countach is a legendary supercar known for its bold styling and iconic place in automotive history. The podcast references “monthly run rate,” which suggests discussion around the ongoing cost of owning one. It’s discussed because the Countach is not just a car—it’s a high-profile ownership and maintenance commitment.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Lamborghini Countach is a famous supercar. The podcast mentions the ongoing cost of owning one, like what it costs month to month. It comes up because it’s an iconic car that can be expensive to keep.","imageAttribution":"MrWalkr (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}}],"speakers":[{"id":"s1","name":"Zack Klapman","role":"host"},{"id":"s2","name":"Matt Farah","role":"host"}],"transcripts":[{"url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/audi-nuvolari-teaching-kids-to-judge-tires-for-charity/transcript.vtt","type":"text/vtt"}]}