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It's part of Dodge's plan to offer more types of cars, not just fast ones.","imageAttribution":"Elise240SX (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":3533.34,"endTime":3534.34,"type":"car","title":"Honda Beat Honda","url":"/cars/honda/beat","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/0f/1991_Honda_Beat_PH25.jpg","quote":"...'re not going to beat Toyota, you're not going to beat Honda, you're not going to beat Chevy,","canonicalId":"car:honda:beat","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Honda Beat is a small, lightweight sports car that was produced in the early 1990s, primarily for the Japanese market. It is notable for its unique design and fun driving experience, often discussed among car enthusiasts for its rarity and charm.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Honda Beat is a tiny sports car that was made a long time ago and is really fun to drive. It's special because not many of them are around, making it a favorite among car lovers.","imageAttribution":"MrWalkr (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":3602.62,"endTime":3603.9,"type":"car","title":"Dodge Power","url":"/cars/dodge/power-wagon","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f5/Dodge_Power_Wagon.jpg","quote":"...ring just the weirdest place in the world. On the Dodge power wheels over here through the pumpkin patch.","canonicalId":"car:dodge:power-wagon","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Dodge Power Wagon is a heavy-duty pickup truck known for its off-road capabilities and rugged design. It has a storied history dating back to World War II and is often discussed for its blend of utility and classic styling.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Dodge Power Wagon is a strong truck that can handle tough jobs and rough roads. It's popular because it looks tough and can do a lot of different things, making it a favorite for work and play.","imageAttribution":"Bachcell at English Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 3.0)"}}],"speakers":[{"id":"s1","name":"Robert Garza","role":"host"},{"id":"s2","name":"Nick Walters","role":"host"}],"transcripts":[{"url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/the-aftermarket-wheel-industry-collapse-quality-vs-cost-big-moves-at-nissan-ram-more/transcript.vtt","type":"text/vtt"}]}