{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Q&A 105 - Plato banger racing","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/q-a-105-plato-banger-racing","audioUrl":"https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/5e9031b840f99ffd144483ab/e/6a2196d814e465e5ce614634/media.mp3","description":"In this week’s On The Other Side Of Things question answering show, Jonny and Richard tackle cars for going banger racing with Jason Plato in 2029, car name mispronunciations, a dilemma with a Freelander 1, and Britain’s best service station. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com  Hosted on Acast. 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People often like it because it’s dependable and easy to live with, even if it’s not exciting.","imageAttribution":"User3204 (CC BY 4.0)"}},{"startTime":1509.6,"endTime":1521.5,"type":"car","title":"Freelander 2","url":"/cars/land-rover/freelander-2","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/ce/04-06_Land_Rover_Freelander_2-door.jpg","quote":"I believe that the Freelander 2 is generally regarded as the most reliable of the Landrovers.\n\nI think, I remember you telling me this before","canonicalId":"car:land rover:freelander 2","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Land Rover Freelander 2 is a compact SUV built by Land Rover, known for being a more “mainstream” alternative to the brand’s larger, more rugged models. In enthusiast circles, it’s often discussed as one of the more dependable Land Rovers, which is why the host says it’s generally regarded as the most reliable.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Freelander 2 is a Land Rover SUV. The host is saying that, compared to other Land Rovers, people usually think it’s the most reliable one.","imageAttribution":"IFCAR (Public domain)"}},{"startTime":1607.5,"endTime":1610.4,"type":"term","title":"four-wheel drive system","url":"/glossary/four-wheel-drive-system","quote":"So, that'd be my go-to predictable though it is.\nAnd there's a chance the four-wheel drive system will still work.","canonicalId":"term:four-wheel-drive-system","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A four-wheel drive system (4WD) is the drivetrain setup that sends power to all four wheels, improving traction on slippery surfaces like mud, snow, or gravel. In used-car shopping, whether the 4WD system still works is a major deal because it affects how capable the vehicle is in real-world conditions.","simplifiedExplanation":"Four-wheel drive means power can go to all four wheels instead of just two. That helps the car grip better on slippery or rough ground, so it’s important that it still works."}},{"startTime":1610.4,"endTime":1616.4,"type":"car","title":"Freelander 1","url":"/cars/land-rover/freelander","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/1/1f/1998_Land_Rover_Freelander_1.8_XEi_S-Wagon_%2819725060396%29.jpg","quote":"And there's a chance the four-wheel drive system will still work.\nI think Freelander 1s are going to be the next very young automotive influencer car.","canonicalId":"car:land rover:freelander 1","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Land Rover Freelander 1 is the earlier generation of the Freelander compact SUV, also known for being a common entry point into 4x4 ownership. The host predicts that Freelander 1s will become the next “influencer” car, suggesting they expect rising attention and demand for older examples.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Land Rover Freelander 1 is an older version of the Freelander SUV. The host is basically saying that older Freelander 1s might become popular online and among buyers next.","imageAttribution":"Kieran White from Manchester, England (CC BY 2.0)"}},{"startTime":1627.66,"endTime":1632.96,"type":"car","title":"1995 to 2017 Toyota Tacoma","url":"/cars/toyota/tacoma","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/8b/2016_Toyota_Tacoma_.jpg","quote":"Hi, you pair of 1995 to 2017 Toyota Tacoma water pump gaskets.","canonicalId":"car:toyota:tacoma","priority":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Toyota Tacoma is a midsize pickup known for its durability and popularity with owners who keep them long-term. 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