GOD IS GREAT, BEER IS GOOD AND PEOPLE ARE CRAZY
About this episode
Kelly and Liz dive into a lively discussion about their holiday experiences, gym antics, and the recent Dancing with the Stars finale. They share personal stories about Christmas tree decorating, gym culture, and their latest shopping transactions. The episode also covers industry news from the LA Auto Show, including the introduction of a more accurate female crash test dummy and exciting updates on hybrid vehicles. With a mix of humor and relatable anecdotes, this episode is a fun ride through their lives and the automotive world.
male crash test dummy
"[2318.4s] version of the male crash test dummy. [2320.6s] So like it's different because like men and women's, men and women's bodies are different."
Crash test dummies are like life‑size models that help engineers see how a car might protect people in a crash. The male version is built to match typical men's body size.
A crash test dummy is a mannequin used in vehicle safety testing to simulate human occupants. The male version represents average male body dimensions and weight for impact analysis.
crash dummy
"[2396.8s] Like that's so expensive... [2405.5s] of this million dollar crash dummy."
Crash dummies are like human-shaped models that crash into cars during tests. They let engineers see how safe a car is for people.
A crash dummy is a mannequin used in automotive safety testing to simulate the human body during vehicle collisions. It helps engineers assess injury risks and design safer cars.
Jeep Recon
"And they went into the new Jeep Recon, which is the $65,000 new Jeep that's come out..."
The Jeep Recon is a new small SUV from the Jeep lineup. It’s meant to be a practical, everyday car that still looks like a Jeep with its classic design details.
The Jeep Recon is a compact crossover SUV introduced by the Jeep brand, positioned between the smaller Renegade and the larger Compass. It features a modern design with Jeep’s signature off‑road styling cues, but is intended for everyday city driving.
pre-production model
"Second, these guys are obviously idiots because it's a pre-production model. And pre‑production models are put together by hand."
A pre‑production model is a car made before the final version goes into factories. It’s built by hand and used to show how the car will look or test parts, but it might not be perfect.
A pre-production model is a prototype built before the final production version, often used for testing and marketing. These units are usually hand‑assembled and may have unfinished features or cosmetic imperfections.
pre-production car
"Like it's not, it's not, it's a pre-production car."
A pre-production car is like a test version of a new vehicle. It’s built before the final model so engineers can see how it works and make changes.
A pre-production car is a prototype built before the final production version, used to test design and engineering concepts. It may differ from the eventual consumer model in features or build quality.
Kia Telluride
"The only things that I think we really care about is that the Kia tell you right is coming out with a hybrid"
The Kia Telluride is a large SUV that many families like because it has lots of room for people and stuff, plus it’s pretty safe.
The Kia Telluride is a midsize SUV known for its spacious interior, upscale features, and strong safety ratings. It competes with other family-oriented SUVs like the Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander.
Kia Palisade hybrid
"the Palisade hybrid is already out"
The Palisade hybrid is a big SUV that can drive on electricity for short trips and then use gas if you need to go farther.
The Kia Palisade hybrid is the plug‑in electric version of Kia’s popular midsize SUV. It offers a combined range that can cover daily commutes with electric power and then switch to gasoline for longer trips.
Toyota Grand Highlander hybrid
"But like now we've got Toyota Grand Highlander hybrid, Palisade hybrid, Telluride hybrid."
This is a Toyota SUV that runs on both gasoline and electric power, so it uses less fuel and gives you cleaner driving.
The Toyota Grand Highlander is a midsize crossover SUV that offers a hybrid powertrain, combining an internal combustion engine with electric motors for improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
Honda Pilot
"And then the Honda Pilot actually got like a mid cycle refresh, which I am actually excited about the advancements because it really, the, the biggest thing is they finally put"
The Honda Pilot is a large SUV that many families use for road trips and everyday driving.
The Honda Pilot is a midsize crossover SUV known for its spacious interior and family-friendly features.
12 inch screen
"finally put the 12 inch screen in the Honda Pilot because like the craziest thing about the pilot is it had only a nine inch display"
A 12-inch screen is a big touch display inside the car that shows maps, music, and other information.
A 12-inch screen refers to the diagonal measurement of the vehicle's infotainment display, offering a larger visual area for navigation and media.
Honda Accord
"because in the accord it had the 12 inch display."
The Honda Accord is a popular sedan that many people drive for daily commutes and family use.
The Honda Accord is a midsize sedan that balances performance, comfort, and fuel efficiency.
infotainment system
"Like all the other cars in this class have such big beautiful screens and infotainment systems."
An infotainment system is the car's entertainment and information center, like a phone screen that shows music, maps, and other apps.
An infotainment system integrates audio, navigation, connectivity, and vehicle information into a single interface.
12.7 inch touchscreen display
"So now the Honda Pilot 26 will have the 12.7 inch just a touchscreen display."
A 12.7‑inch touchscreen is a big screen inside the car that lets you control music, maps, and other features by touching it.
A 12.7‑inch touchscreen is a large, high‑resolution screen used for navigation, media, and vehicle settings in modern cars.
car of the year
"Like I remember when the pilot was up for the car of the year, we kind of had to knock it"
“Car of the Year” is a title given to a car that reviewers think is the best overall in its group for that year.
“Car of the Year” is an award given by automotive publications to recognize a vehicle that excels in performance, safety, and innovation.
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