{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"April 4, 2026 | Weekend Drive: Q1 sales dipped for several major automakers; New York International Auto Show recap","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/april-4-2026-weekend-drive-q1-sales-dipped-for-several-major-automakers-new-york-international-auto-show-recap","audioUrl":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.buzzsprout.com/2447022/episodes/18958528-april-4-2026-weekend-drive-q1-sales-dipped-for-several-major-automakers-new-york-international-auto-show-recap.mp3","description":"Automotive News’ staff reporters Larry Vellequette and Jack Walsworth discuss first-quarter sales results. A California ruling that could determine the future of the Scout brand. Plus, a recap of the New York International Auto Show. "},"annotations":[{"startTime":56.6,"endTime":66.8,"type":"concept","title":"first quarter sales","url":"/glossary/first-quarter-sales","quote":"All right, guys. So first quarter sales are in for automakers that report quarterly. 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