{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Clever for the Sake of Clever","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/clever-for-the-sake-of-clever","audioUrl":"https://audio4.redcircle.com/episodes/8b9e64fe-e6de-44e3-a1e3-2cb2fad8ce0a/stream.mp3","description":"This week Nicole has been driving the BMW M5 Touring and the Hyundai Kona Limited. Sam drove the Lexus LX700h and 2026 Ram 2500 Black Express Cummins while Robbie drove the Mercedes-AMG E53 sedan.Sam drove the Lexus to Indiana to check out the new Entegra Coach Embark EREV motorhome. With federal EV incentives done, Ford and GM found a way to keep the party going a while longer while Hyundai has slashed the price of the 2026 Ioniq 5 by an average $9,155. Meanwhile Dodge is apparently cancelling the Banshee 3-motor version of the Charger Daytona and Nissan has put its US built EVs on hold but will instead build a new Xterra in Mississippi in 2028. Rivian is redesigning the interior door latches for the R2. The Verge has a new podcast with the first episode looking at hover boards. The inventor of the hoverboard has a new idea for a 2-wheeled self-balancing car that steals ideas from the GM EN-V concepts.Sam has interviews with Micah Tindor from Cox Automotive about the KBB Instant Cash Offer program and used car valuations and Josh Sirefman and Carolina Pluszczynski from Michigan Central.LinksFord and GM keep EV incentives goingDodge Cancelling Charger Daytona BansheeHyundai cuts Ioniq 5 pricing by more than $9KTesla Claims It Doesn't Have To Warn of DefectsRivian to redesign interior backup door latchesVerge Version History PodcastShane 2-wheel carGM EN-V concepts at CES 2011New Nissan Xterra in 2028, EVs delayedSAE Automotive Engineering PodcastTelemetry Transportation DailyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy"},"annotations":[{"startTime":294.0,"endTime":303.0,"type":"car","title":"BMW M5","url":"/cars/bmw/m5","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/31/2018_BMW_M5_Automatic_4.4.jpg","quote":"Well, I'll start with the one I drove the week that we were off. 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It can also use gasoline, giving you the option to drive on electricity for short trips and switch to gas for longer ones."}},{"startTime":314.0,"endTime":320.0,"type":"term","title":"twin turbo V8","url":"/glossary/twin-turbo-v8","quote":"it's powered by a twin turbo V8 with 717 horsepower, 738 pound-feet of torque.","canonicalId":"term:twin-turbo-v8","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"A twin turbo V8 engine is a type of engine that has eight cylinders arranged in a V configuration and is equipped with two turbochargers. This setup enhances performance by increasing power and efficiency.","simplifiedExplanation":"A twin turbo V8 is a powerful engine that has eight cylinders and uses two turbochargers to boost its power. This makes the car faster and helps it use fuel more efficiently."}},{"startTime":330.0,"endTime":332.0,"type":"car","title":"GMC Hummer EV","url":"/cars/gmc/hummer-ev","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/b/b3/2022_GMC_Hummer_EV.jpg","quote":"And it weighs almost as much as a Hummer EV. Yeah, and excuse me, it also costs $122,725.","canonicalId":"car:gmc:hummer-ev","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Hummer EV is an all-electric pickup truck produced by GMC, known for its off-road capabilities and high performance. It features advanced technology and a distinctive design, reviving the Hummer brand as a sustainable option.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Hummer EV is a new electric truck from GMC that is designed for off-road driving and has a lot of power. 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It's about having fun with your car's performance on these types of roads."}},{"startTime":403.0,"endTime":408.0,"type":"term","title":"Autobahn","url":"/glossary/autobahn","quote":"It's for cruising down the Autobahn at 155 miles per hour.","canonicalId":"term:autobahn","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Autobahn is a network of high-speed highways in Germany known for sections that have no speed limits. It's famous for allowing drivers to experience high-speed driving safely.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Autobahn is a type of highway in Germany where there are no speed limits in some areas, allowing cars to go as fast as they can safely. It's well-known for high-speed driving."}},{"startTime":446.0,"endTime":446.0,"type":"term","title":"handling","url":"/glossary/handling","quote":"It's just the handling front that it's not quite as sharp as you might think and expect from a BMW.","canonicalId":"term:handling","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Handling refers to how well a vehicle responds to steering inputs and how it behaves during turns and maneuvers. Good handling means the car feels stable and predictable, while poor handling can make it feel loose or unresponsive.","simplifiedExplanation":"Handling is how a car feels when you turn the steering wheel. If it responds well and feels stable, it has good handling; if it feels wobbly or hard to control, it has poor handling."}},{"startTime":452.0,"endTime":457.0,"type":"term","title":"infotainment screen","url":"/glossary/infotainment-screen","quote":"It has 12.3 inch digital instrument cluster, 14.9 inch infotainment screen. So it has the tech inside.","canonicalId":"term:infotainment-screen","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"An infotainment screen is a multimedia display in a vehicle that integrates various functions, including navigation, audio, and connectivity features. It allows drivers and passengers to interact with the car's technology easily.","simplifiedExplanation":"An infotainment screen is a touchscreen in the car that lets you control things like music, navigation, and phone calls. It's like a mini computer for your car's entertainment and information."}},{"startTime":452.0,"endTime":457.0,"type":"term","title":"digital instrument cluster","url":"/glossary/digital-instrument-cluster","quote":"It has 12.3 inch digital instrument cluster, 14.9 inch infotainment screen. So it has the tech inside.","canonicalId":"term:digital-instrument-cluster","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"A digital instrument cluster replaces traditional analog gauges with a digital display, providing drivers with customizable information and a modern look. It can show various data like speed, fuel level, and navigation directions in a more visually appealing way.","simplifiedExplanation":"A digital instrument cluster is a screen that shows important information about the car, like speed and fuel level, instead of using traditional round gauges. 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This usually indicates very expensive cars."}},{"startTime":790.0,"endTime":800.0,"type":"term","title":"underwater","url":"/glossary/underwater","quote":"if you have a car loan that is that much, you are probably going to be underwater for most of the life of that car loan. For like five minutes off the lot, boom, underwater.","canonicalId":"term:underwater","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Being underwater on a car loan means that the amount owed on the loan is greater than the current value of the vehicle. This can happen when a car depreciates quickly, leaving the owner owing more than the car is worth.","simplifiedExplanation":"If you're underwater on a car loan, it means you owe more money on the loan than what the car is currently worth. 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