Glossary / General

platinum

9 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Platinum is a valuable metal that is used in some car parts, including catalytic converters, to help clean the exhaust gases. Because it's worth a lot of money, it can be attractive for thieves.

Technical Definition

Platinum is one of the precious metals used in catalytic converters to facilitate the chemical reactions that reduce harmful emissions. Its high value and demand in various industries contribute to its appeal for theft.

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"Yeah, that's a, well, it's not a platinum. ... the platinum Sienna has two different wheel design."
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"All we've got to do is cut down on the use of platinum in the [1514.2s] in the membrane in the system."
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"...the precious metals that are included in catalytic converters that are really skyrocketing the price of these things. So platinum, palladium, rhodium."
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