{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Recalls, Robots, and Ridiculous Concepts: This Week in Cars","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/recalls-robots-and-ridiculous-concepts-this-week-in-cars","audioUrl":"https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/246908/episodes/17681468-recalls-robots-and-ridiculous-concepts-this-week-in-cars.mp3","description":"Have car manufacturers been building vehicles the same way for too long? Ford's CEO Jim Farley thinks so, announcing a staggering $6 billion investment in what they're calling the \"Universal EV Production System.\" This revolutionary approach abandons the traditional assembly line in favor of an \"assembly tree\" using three sub-assemblies with large aluminum castings and a structural battery that get joined together later.The ambitious manufacturing overhaul promises 20% fewer parts, 40% fewer workstations, and 15% faster assembly times. But as we unpack in this episode, Wall Street's response was lukewarm at best, raising questions about whether this represents genuine innovation or expensive PR. While Ford prepares to roll out a $30,000 midsize electric pickup from this new system, we can't help but wonder if addressing their ongoing recall issues might be a better investment of resources.Speaking of recalls, we dive into the latest automotive call-backs affecting Land Rover, Ford, and Mercedes-Benz owners. Our popular \"Guess the Sold Car Price\" game returns with some surprising auction results that show which classics are commanding premium prices in today's market. From AMC Javelins to Lincoln Town Cars, you'll be shocked at what some buyers are willing to pay.We also explore Chevrolet's stunning new Corvette concept cars that debuted at Monterey Car Week, the US military's curious interest in blowing up Tesla Cybertrucks with missiles, and the latest trends in auto financing. Whether you're a casual car enthusiast or die-hard automotive aficionado, this episode delivers the perfect blend of industry insights, entertainment, and automotive passion that keeps you connected to everything happening in the world of wheels.Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk!The Lupe' Tortilla RestaurantsLupe Tortilla in Katy, Texas Gulf Coast Auto ShieldPaint protection, tint, and more!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time? In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy! 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Kentucky that Farley said would be faster than a Mustang and more spacious than a Toyota RAV4.","canonicalId":"car:ford:mustang","priority":0.7,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Hans-Jürgen Neubert (CC BY 4.0)"}},{"startTime":275.0,"endTime":277.12,"type":"car","title":"Toyota RAV4","url":"/cars/toyota/rav4","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5b/2021_Toyota_RAV4_PHV.jpg","quote":"...er than a Mustang and more spacious than a Toyota RAV4. Ford stock closed that day roughly flat, althoug...","canonicalId":"car:toyota:rav4","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"TTTNIS (CC0)"}},{"startTime":393.44,"endTime":396.04,"type":"car","title":"Ford F150","url":"/cars/ford/f-150","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/56/2022_Ford_F-150_Lightning_Rear.jpg","quote":"My opinion on that, say you want to buy a car, Mike, you want to buy a Ford. You're going to buy a Ford pickup F 150, just a smile. OK, well, for in order for you to buy that car,","canonicalId":"car:ford:f-150","priority":0.7,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"UltraTech66 (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":491.24,"endTime":496.44,"type":"car","title":"Ford Edge","url":"/cars/ford/edge","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/b/b6/FORD_EDGE_L_%28FORD_EDGE_THIRD_GENERATION%29.jpg","quote":"...s plant because right now we're building the Ford edge over here. It's not selling as many.","canonicalId":"car:ford:edge","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Dinkun Chen (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":571.84,"endTime":577.32,"type":"car","title":"Land Rover Range Rover","url":"/cars/land-rover/range-rover","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/78/Land_Rover_Range_Rover_%285th_generation%29_IMG_9481.jpg","quote":"...I'm sorry, Jaguar Land Rover is recalling 121,509 Range Rover and Range Rover Sports in the U.S., because of po...","canonicalId":"car:land rover:range rover","priority":0.7,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Alexander-93 (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":676.68,"endTime":681.52,"type":"car","title":"American Motors Corporation (Amc) Javelin","url":"/cars/amc/javelin","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/9a/1968_AMC_Javelin_-_Sarah_Stierch_02.jpg","quote":"OK, here we go. This is a 1974 AMC Javelin, which when it was brand new, I always thought wa...","canonicalId":"car:american:motors corporation (amc) javelin","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Missvain (CC BY 4.0)"}},{"startTime":760.92,"endTime":766.32,"type":"car","title":"Jeep Cj","url":"/cars/jeep/cj","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/37/Blue_open_Jeep_CJ.jpg","quote":".... Mike did. Next up is the nineteen seventy seven Jeep CJ. Now, I had one that was close to that.","canonicalId":"car:jeep:cj","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada (CC BY-SA 2.0)"}},{"startTime":807.12,"endTime":810.16,"type":"car","title":"Chevrolet Chevelle","url":"/cars/chevrolet/chevelle","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/95/1970_Chevrolet_Chevelle_Malibu_4-dr%2C_front_left.jpg","quote":"...rdson Chevrolet. A nineteen seventy one Chevrolet Chevelle. Kathy had a black.","canonicalId":"car:chevrolet:chevelle","priority":0.7,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Mr.choppers (CC BY-SA 3.0)"}},{"startTime":883.76,"endTime":886.36,"type":"car","title":"Acura Nsx","url":"/cars/acura/nsx","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/54/1999_Acura_NSX.jpg","quote":"Oh, boy. Nineteen ninety four Acura NSX. I knew somebody that had a problem with them is ...","canonicalId":"car:acura:nsx","priority":0.7,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"This picture has been taken by Oleg Yunakov. Contact e-mail: yunakovgmail.com. Image can be used in accordance with the terms of the СС-BY-SA license. Other photos can be seen here. (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":922.56,"endTime":926.2,"type":"car","title":"Jeep Grand","url":"/cars/jeep/grand-cherokee","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/27/2018_Jeep_Grand_Cherokee_%28WK2%29_SRT8_DSC_7222.jpg","quote":"OK, next up. Nineteen eighty seven Jeep Grand Wagoneer with the stick on wood sides.","canonicalId":"car:jeep:grand cherokee","priority":0.7,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Alexander Migl (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":922.56,"endTime":926.2,"type":"car","title":"Jeep Grand Wagoneer","url":"/cars/jeep/grand-wagoneer","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5a/20200603_Jeep_Grand_Wagoneer.jpg","quote":"OK, next up. Nineteen eighty seven Jeep Grand Wagoneer with the stick on wood sides.","canonicalId":"car:jeep:grand wagoneer","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Kahvilokki (CC0)"}},{"startTime":1019.88,"endTime":1023.44,"type":"car","title":"Chevrolet Corvette","url":"/cars/chevrolet/corvette","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/7f/Chevrolet_Corvette%2C_BAS_24%2C_Brussels_%28P1170387-RR%29.jpg","quote":"a glimpse of the high performance future. 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They see that, you know, Torino or that Nova all the time driving down the road for us.","canonicalId":"car:chevrolet:nova","priority":0.7,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Oleg Yunakov (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":1440.32,"endTime":1442.52,"type":"car","title":"Tesla Cybertruck","url":"/cars/tesla/cybertruck","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f5/2024_Tesla_Cybertruck_Foundation_Series_IMG_0576.jpg","quote":"...nts to figure out the best way to blow up a Tesla Cybertruck. Yeah, buddy from automotive news.","canonicalId":"car:tesla:cybertruck","priority":0.7,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Alexander-93 (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}}],"speakers":[{"id":"s1","name":"In Wheel Time Podcast | Automotive talk with Don Armstrong","role":"host"},{"id":"s2","name":"Michael Marrs","role":"host"},{"id":"s3","name":"Jeff Dziekan","role":"host"}],"transcripts":[{"url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/recalls-robots-and-ridiculous-concepts-this-week-in-cars/transcript.vtt","type":"text/vtt"}]}