# Prius on The No Agenda Show Prius comes up in 15 chapters across 14 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2010 to June 2024. - **Chapters:** 15 - **Episodes:** 14 - **Discussed:** February 2010 – June 2024 - **Related topics:** [Toyota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toyota.md), [Nhtsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nhtsa.md), [San Diego](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-diego.md), [911 Call](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/911-call.md), [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [Berkeley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berkeley.md), [Bumper Stickers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bumper-stickers.md), [Car Battery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/car-battery.md), [Chrysler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrysler.md), [Darpa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darpa.md) ## Chapters 1–15 of 15 ### Mary Barra, GM Electric Vehicle Strategy and the Toyota Prius - **Episode:** [1666: Wyrd](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1666-wyrd.md) - **Published:** 2024-06-06 - **Time:** 1:20:19–1:24:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1666-wyrd/chapter/mary-barra-gm-electric-vehicle-strategy-and-the-toyota-prius.md GM CEO Mary Barra reaffirmed the company's commitment to an all-electric future despite a slowdown in EV sales. The hosts discuss the high cost of EVs compared to hybrids like the new Toyota Prius, which starts at $27,950. They also share an anecdote about the Ford Lightning's undercarriage sensors shutting the truck down when driving through tall grass. Keywords: mary barra, [general motors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-motors.md), [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), [toyota prius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toyota-prius.md), ford lightning ### HBO Succession Series and Frequency Illusion - **Episode:** [1168: Poop-in](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1168-poop-in.md) - **Published:** 2019-09-01 - **Time:** 54:32–56:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1168-poop-in/chapter/hbo-succession-series-and-frequency-illusion.md The HBO series "Succession," modeled after the Murdoch family, recently featured the phrase "pump the brakes," illustrating the frequency illusion. This phenomenon occurs when a person notices a specific word or object, like a Toyota Prius, everywhere after recently learning about it. Keywords: [hbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo.md), [succession](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/succession.md), murdoch family, frequency illusion, [prius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prius.md) ### Chrysler Town & Country Battery and Prius Trunk Issues - **Episode:** [1075: CIA Paid Me](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1075-cia-paid-me.md) - **Published:** 2018-10-07 - **Time:** 2:41:17–2:45:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1075-cia-paid-me/chapter/chrysler-town-country-battery-and-prius-trunk-issues.md A host recounts a "misery" story involving a Chrysler Town & Country where a dead battery caused the ignition to lock the key and eventually required a forgotten PIN to restart. This is compared to the Toyota Prius, which lacks a mechanical trunk release, requiring a complex "blind" maneuver over the seats if the battery dies. Keywords: [chrysler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrysler.md), [prius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prius.md), [car battery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/car-battery.md), pin number, [engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/engineering.md) ### Honorary Knighthoods, Rolling Coal in Texas - **Episode:** [638: Parliment Update](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/638-parliment-update.md) - **Published:** 2014-07-27 - **Time:** 1:32:00–1:33:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/638-parliment-update/chapter/honorary-knighthoods-rolling-coal-in-texas.md A discussion on the legality of knighthoods for Americans noted that titles from the Queen of England are merely honorary with no legal status. Separately, the trend of "rolling coal"—modifying diesel trucks to emit thick black smoke at hybrid cars and cyclists—is criticized as a toxic "redneck" practice prevalent in parts of Texas and the Midwest. Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [queen of england](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/queen-of-england.md), rolling coal, [prius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prius.md), diesel trucks ### South by Southwest Drunk Driving Incident and Honorary Consul Offer - **Episode:** [599: Nuclear Tipped](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/599-nuclear-tipped.md) - **Published:** 2014-03-13 - **Time:** 8:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/599-nuclear-tipped/chapter/south-by-southwest-drunk-driving-incident-and-honorary-consul-offer.md A fatal drunk driving incident occurred at the South by Southwest festival in Austin, Texas, involving a Prius that struck 23 people. Following the tragedy, one of the hosts describes a meeting with the Dutch delegation and the Secretary of Economics from DC. During this meeting, an informal offer was made for a host to become the honorary consul to the Netherlands in Austin, which would include an expense account and diplomatic license plates. Keywords: [south by southwest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-by-southwest.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [prius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prius.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), honorary consul, diplomatic license plates, sutherland ### Tesla Model S and Prius Electrocution Risks - **Episode:** [550: Cyber Insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/550-cyber-insurance.md) - **Published:** 2013-09-22 - **Time:** 1:15:08–1:19:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/550-cyber-insurance/chapter/tesla-model-s-and-prius-electrocution-risks.md While praising the aesthetics of the Tesla Model S, the hosts express concern over the safety of electric vehicles. They discuss reported risks of electrocution for first responders using the "jaws of life" on crashed Toyota Priuses. Fire departments are reportedly being trained on the high-voltage dangers associated with hybrid and electric car fires. Keywords: [tesla model s](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla-model-s.md), [toyota prius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toyota-prius.md), [electric cars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-cars.md), electrocution, [first responders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-responders.md), fire departments ### DARPA, CAN Bus and Toyota Acceleration Issues - **Episode:** [524: Bono Douchebag](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/524-bono-douchebag.md) - **Published:** 2013-06-23 - **Time:** 1:38:32–1:41:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/524-bono-douchebag/chapter/darpa-can-bus-and-toyota-acceleration-issues.md A DARPA-related clip explains how the "CAN bus" in modern vehicles allows software to control steering, braking, and acceleration. The hosts revisit the 2009-2011 Toyota "unintended acceleration" crisis, suggesting it may have been a "test run" for car-hacking technology or a government extortion scheme rather than a simple floor mat issue. Keywords: [darpa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darpa.md), can bus, [toyota prius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toyota-prius.md), acceleration, [software](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/software.md) ### Democratic Party, Israel-Palestine Bumper Stickers - **Episode:** [466: Give Peas a Chance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/466-give-peas-a-chance.md) - **Published:** 2012-12-02 - **Time:** 52:10–56:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/466-give-peas-a-chance/chapter/democratic-party-israel-palestine-bumper-stickers.md The discussion shifts to the political climate in Berkeley, California, focusing on the prevalence of "Free Palestine" and "Obama-Biden" bumper stickers on Toyota Priuses. The hosts discuss the perceived hypocrisy of activists who labeled George W. Bush a war criminal but remain silent on President Obama's foreign policy and drone strikes. Keywords: [berkeley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berkeley.md), [prius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prius.md), [bumper stickers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bumper-stickers.md), [democratic party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-party.md), [netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netanyahu.md), [war crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-crimes.md) ### Toyota Unintended Acceleration and NHTSA Findings - **Episode:** [217: The Digital Drug Menace](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/217-the-digital-drug-menace.md) - **Published:** 2010-07-15 - **Time:** 1:34:42–1:36:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/217-the-digital-drug-menace/chapter/toyota-unintended-acceleration-and-nhtsa-findings.md The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has released preliminary findings suggesting that many cases of unintended acceleration in Toyota vehicles were caused by "user error" rather than mechanical failure. This shift in narrative follows months of intense scrutiny and congressional hearings regarding Toyota's safety standards. The hosts speculate that a geopolitical deal may have been struck between the U.S. and Japan to end the scandal. Keywords: [toyota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toyota.md), [nhtsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nhtsa.md), [unintended acceleration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unintended-acceleration.md), [prius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prius.md), [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md) ### Toyota Prius, Lane Keep Assist Technology - **Episode:** [209: Escrow Schmeshcrow](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/209-escrow-schmeshcrow.md) - **Published:** 2010-06-17 - **Time:** 2:02:39–2:06:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/209-escrow-schmeshcrow/chapter/toyota-prius-lane-keep-assist-technology.md A 2010 Toyota Prius advertisement highlights "Lane Keep Assist" technology, which uses cameras to detect road lines and applies torque to the steering wheel to prevent drifting. The hosts express concern that this technology is a step toward remote government control of private vehicles. Keywords: [toyota prius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toyota-prius.md), lane keep assist, lka, automotive technology, [remote control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/remote-control.md) ### Rabid Fox Attacks, Toyota Prius Skepticism - **Episode:** [208: Fat China](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/208-fat-china.md) - **Published:** 2010-06-13 - **Time:** 1:11:44–1:14:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/208-fat-china/chapter/rabid-fox-attacks-toyota-prius-skepticism.md A report of a rabid fox attack in North Carolina leads to a discussion about the ubiquity of the Toyota Prius. The hosts criticize the Prius as a "statement car" that is overpriced and aesthetically unappealing. They argue that the environmental benefits are a scam, particularly regarding the disposal of large batteries. Keywords: [raleigh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raleigh.md), [north carolina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-carolina.md), [toyota prius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toyota-prius.md), [hybrid cars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hybrid-cars.md), [environment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/environment.md) ### Prius Driving Experience, Rudy Sarzo Anecdote - **Episode:** [208: Fat China](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/208-fat-china.md) - **Published:** 2010-06-13 - **Time:** 1:14:38–1:17:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/208-fat-china/chapter/prius-driving-experience-rudy-sarzo-anecdote.md One host recounts renting a Prius and finding the driving experience "flimsy" and uncomfortable. They share an anecdote about meeting legendary bassist Rudy Sarzo in Los Angeles, only to be shocked when the rock star drove away in a Prius. The hosts joke that driving a hybrid car is inconsistent with Sarzo's heavy metal pedigree. Keywords: rudy sarzo, quiet riot, blue oyster cult, [toyota prius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toyota-prius.md), [los angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/los-angeles.md) ### Toyota Accelerator Scam, San Diego Freeway Debunking - **Episode:** [182: Magnets In Space](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/182-magnets-in-space.md) - **Published:** 2010-03-14 - **Time:** 52:36–54:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/182-magnets-in-space/chapter/toyota-accelerator-scam-san-diego-freeway-debunking.md The recent report of a stuck accelerator on a Toyota Prius in San Diego has been widely debunked as a scam. Critics pointed out that it would be impossible to drive at 90 mph for 25 minutes on the Interstate 8 freeway without encountering heavy police presence. The driver was also found to be in significant financial debt, suggesting a motive for fraud. Keywords: [toyota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toyota.md), [prius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prius.md), [san diego](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-diego.md), stuck accelerator, [fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fraud.md) ### Toyota Prius 911 Call, Media Propaganda Allegations - **Episode:** [181: Jihad Jane Rides Again](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/181-jihad-jane-rides-again.md) - **Published:** 2010-03-11 - **Time:** 42:09–49:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/181-jihad-jane-rides-again/chapter/toyota-prius-911-call-media-propaganda-allegations.md A widely publicized 911 call involving a runaway Toyota Prius in San Diego is alleged to be a staged propaganda event. Discrepancies in the recording, such as the operator asking for the driver's phone number while he was traveling at 90 mph, suggest the incident was fabricated. The event is framed as a geopolitical warning to Japan regarding its economic relationship with the United States. Keywords: [toyota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toyota.md), [prius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prius.md), [911 call](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/911-call.md), jim sykes, [san diego](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-diego.md) ### Prius Electronic Braking and Emergency Shut-off Procedures - **Episode:** [177: Vajazzling the Slutsquad](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/177-vajazzling-the-slutsquad.md) - **Published:** 2010-02-25 - **Time:** 1:33:46–1:37:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/177-vajazzling-the-slutsquad/chapter/prius-electronic-braking-and-emergency-shut-off-procedures.md The engineering of the Toyota Prius is criticized for its lack of a physical ignition key, which complicates emergency engine shut-offs during acceleration events. 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