{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/688102a4f6d4262b07d6a8c7/6a189bd5da0413146c23d133?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The Language of Cars: Driving, Maintenance, and Road Idioms","description":"<p>Do you know what to say when your car makes a strange noise, or how to describe the different parts of your vehicle in English? In today’s special long-form episode, your host Benjamin puts you in the driver’s seat to learn the essential English vocabulary for cars and driving.</p><p><strong>In this episode, you will learn:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Car Anatomy:</strong> The natural names for the outside and inside of your car, from the windshield to the dashboard.</li><li><strong>Behind the Wheel:</strong> Essential verbs for driving, like changing lanes, using your turn signals, and parallel parking.</li><li><strong>Maintenance &amp; Mechanics:</strong> How to explain common car problems, deal with a flat tire, and talk to a mechanic.</li><li><strong>Driving Idioms:</strong> Native expressions inspired by cars, like \"driving me crazy\" or \"putting the brakes on\" a project.</li></ul><p>Don't forget to <strong>follow</strong> Speak Up English on your favorite podcast app so you never miss a new lesson. Keep practicing your English every single day, be proud of your progress, and we will talk to you next time!</p><p><em>(Production Note: The host's voice in this episode has been generated using artificial intelligence.)</em></p>","author_name":"Speak Up English"}