I am not exactly sure how to rate this episode because there may have been additional instructions given to the contestants but edited out. I also have a slight issue with the fact that we are not given proof that the time each model spends at each specific speed is 100% consistent throughout. I had similar concerns about the shake table. I hope in both cases it is computer controlled for fairness and the levers/knobs are just props.
There was an odd explanation by one of the judges that was clearly edited in later that perhaps tried to explain things a bit more. They basically were saying there are other things besides the stated challenge that goes into the decisions. Well, OK, how about some transparency there? There could be scales for "uniqueness", "engineering prowess", "wow factor", who knows...
Ultimately the viewer has to have 100% confidence in the legitimacy of the contest. If not, it's just a show about playing favorites...
There was an odd explanation by one of the judges that was clearly edited in later that perhaps tried to explain things a bit more. They basically were saying there are other things besides the stated challenge that goes into the decisions. Well, OK, how about some transparency there? There could be scales for "uniqueness", "engineering prowess", "wow factor", who knows...
Ultimately the viewer has to have 100% confidence in the legitimacy of the contest. If not, it's just a show about playing favorites...