Glossary / General

programming

12 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Programming means setting up a part, like a sensor, so it works with your car. This is often needed for parts that aren't made by the car's original manufacturer.

Technical Definition

Programming in this context refers to the process of configuring a component, such as a sensor, to work with a specific vehicle's systems. This is often necessary for aftermarket parts to function correctly.

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"whenever Ferrari tackles one of these challenging programming and calibration tasks [3447.6s] they do it exceptionally well you know their ESC their chassis electronic systems [3456.7s] things like..."
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"Well, I mean, as we know from 911 ST, what can be done in a year with just programming is remarkable."
2027 Nissan Z Nismo Manual Review; Lambo Update The Smoking Tire 43:35

"Because you're just dealing with all these sort of electric motors underneath you. And, you know, the programming to get all that to feel right is, is hard. That's where they charge hundreds of..."
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