Glossary / General

platform

83 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A platform is like a common base that several cars share, so they can use the same parts and design for different models.

Technical Definition

In automotive terms, a platform refers to the shared architecture or chassis that underlies multiple car models, allowing parts and design elements to be reused.

Hear It Discussed

"He finds himself why Subaru doesn't make more cars in the BRZ platform. Well, they've got another car company to consider in the market"
Mercedes Fakery, Analog Matters, Manual Wagons | Episode 1,054 Everyday Driver Car Debate 47:15

"I mean, they have the traditional Aston grille on them too. [2188.4s] It's just kind of cool. [2189.1s] They really look like an Aston. [2190.6s] But it's probably the platform is something else,..."
Lot 250k in the Rearview, Reimaginings, and Dramatic Model Pages Bring a Trailer Podcast 36:30

"I don't know if I'm sad that the 720S platform is going away. I think it is actually one of their better platforms."
The End of the Altima, Lucid's Crisis, VW Shrinks, Electric Lexus LFA Revealed! THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! 35:33