{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Car Mods To Do Right NOW + More","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/car-mods-to-do-right-now-more","audioUrl":"https://anchor.fm/s/fce1fb0c/podcast/play/116044986/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-1-25%2F418830183-44100-2-2341e9b8e5ec5.mp3","description":"Looking to get a new mods with those tax returns hitting? Support the pod by getting em' here! https://martiniworks.com/Car modding season is upon us. But what mods should you get? Today Lars, Gels, and Dakota sit down to cover what mods they pick up during this time. #carmods #cars #podcast Pick up our Coffee here! https://martiniworks.com/products/other/show-merchA HUGE thank you to Continental, Motegi, and Fortune Auto for being the official tire, wheel, and suspension of the MartiniWorks Podcast! Let us know if you need a set of tires or coilovers. Shop Continental tires here https://martiniworks.com/products/wheels-tires/tires?brands=continentalShop Motegi wheels here https://martiniworks.com/aftermarket-car-parts-brands/wheels/motegiShop Fortune Auto suspension here https://martiniworks.com/products/suspension/coilovers?brands=fortune-auto🏎️Check out the main channel!🏎️: @MartiniWorksOfficial 📦We also have an unboxing channel 📦: @MartiniWorksUnboxed Follow Lars @lars.martiniworksFollow Dakota @dakotastoneeFollow Gels @akagels\n"},"annotations":[{"startTime":71.2,"endTime":75.3,"type":"concept","title":"time attack","url":"/glossary/time-attack","quote":"It was Saturday the Saturday morning session during time attack I had like a great session that goes honestly great.","canonicalId":"concept:time-attack","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"Time attack is a motorsport where drivers compete to set the fastest lap time on a race track, focusing on speed and precision rather than wheel-to-wheel racing.","simplifiedExplanation":"Time attack is a type of car race where drivers try to drive the fastest lap around a track, one at a time, instead of racing other cars side by side."}},{"startTime":120.0,"endTime":123.0,"type":"term","title":"bleeding the brakes","url":"/glossary/bleeding-the-brakes","quote":"It bled the brakes a couple times check pads check rotors. 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It is famous around the world and many people like to make it even faster. It is one of the coolest sports cars you can find.","imageAttribution":"Calreyn88 (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":3326.42,"endTime":3330.34,"type":"car","title":"Nissan Pulsar","url":"/cars/nissan/pulsar","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/80/1986_Nissan_Pulsar_NX.png","quote":"GTR just something weird  Pulsar or something some of the coolest stuff we saw at ...","canonicalId":"car:nissan:pulsar","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Nissan Pulsar is a compact car that has been produced in various forms since the 1970s, known for its practicality and sporty variants in some markets. It is sometimes highlighted for unique or rare models that appeal to enthusiasts. 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Many people like to change parts on it to make it even better.","imageAttribution":"IFCAR (Public domain)"}},{"startTime":3345.12,"endTime":3347.16,"type":"car","title":"Acura Integra","url":"/cars/acura/integra","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/42/Acura_Integra_%28DE4%29_WGI22.jpg","quote":"...japan. Those are starting to come in now the the  Integra the dc5's essentially  I want one. Yeah, like stu...","canonicalId":"car:acura:integra","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Acura Integra, especially the DC5 generation, is a sporty compact car known for its sharp handling and strong aftermarket support. It has a loyal fan base and is often imported from Japan due to its performance reputation. The Integra is a staple in tuner culture and valued for its reliability.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Acura Integra is a small sporty car that is easy to drive and fun. Many people like to change parts on it to make it faster or look better. It is also known for being reliable and lasting a long time.","imageAttribution":"SmackJam (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":3377.5,"endTime":3381.82,"type":"car","title":"Volkswagen Gtis","url":"/cars/volkswagen/golf","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/8a/2020_Volkswagen_Golf_Style_1.5_Front.jpg","quote":"...ey have one series wagons. They're basically like gtis with b58s in them  Yeah, it's gotta be so it's it...","canonicalId":"car:volkswagen:golf","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Volkswagen Golf is a compact hatchback known for its solid build quality, practicality, and sporty variants like the GTI. It is popular worldwide and offers a balance of performance and everyday usability. 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