After Dark
Modern
NCS‘hybrid-indica
New Car Smell ‘20
Top flavors
citrusspicyfloral
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
New Car Smell ‘20 effects are mostly energizing.
New Car Smell ‘20
Top flavors
citrusspicyfloral
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
New Car Smell ‘20 effects are mostly energizing.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
limonene ~60%caryophyllene ~28%linalool ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| limonene | ~60% | citrus | social · creative |
| caryophyllene | ~28% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| linalool | ~12% | floral | relaxing · solo |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
~28%
spicy
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Russo 2011: only terpene that is a selective full CB2 agonist (100 nM); Gertsch et al. 2008: acts as dietary cannabinoid; unique anti-inflammatory and gastric cytoprotective properties.
Russo 2011: local anesthetic equal to procaine; anticonvulsant via glutamate/GABA modulation; reduces morphine tolerance via multisite opioid/GABAergic/cannabinoid action.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
Genetic Profile
Indica-dominant
■ Indica 70%■ Sativa 30%
Primarily indica with sativa influence. Relaxing body with some cerebral lift.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of New Car Smell ‘20.
Siblings
Share parent sunset sherbert
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Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is New Car Smell ‘20 indica or sativa?
New Car Smell ‘20 is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in New Car Smell ‘20?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is New Car Smell ‘20 good for daytime use?
New Car Smell ‘20 is versatile and works across different times of day depending on dose and individual response.
How accurate is this data?
See the "Data confidence" card in the sidebar. Terpene profiles and effects are chemistry-informed estimates — individual responses depend on phenotype, source, and personal chemistry.