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It’s an honest, funny, and relatable episode that every frustrated truck owner will appreciate — especially if your rig won’t stop yelling at you for not wearing your seatbelt in the driveway.( http://www.patreon.com/tflcar )  Visit our Patreon page to support the TFL team!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy"},"annotations":[{"startTime":57.0,"endTime":61.2,"type":"car","title":"Mercedes Sprinter","url":"/cars/mercedes-benz/sprinter","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/b/ba/Mercedes-Benz_Sprinter_timeline.jpg","quote":"...he was just doing a Mercedes Sprinter van program. 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Yeah, exactly.","canonicalId":"car:dodge:ram","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Dodge Ram, now known as the Ram Truck, is a full-size pickup known for its strong performance and comfortable interior. It is significant for its blend of capability and luxury, making it a popular choice for both work and leisure.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Dodge Ram is a big truck that people use for heavy jobs and everyday driving. It's known for being strong and comfortable inside.","imageAttribution":"Mr.choppers (CC BY-SA 3.0)"}},{"startTime":76.7,"endTime":81.4,"type":"term","title":"trim level","url":"/glossary/trim-levels","quote":"...a more affordable trim of a Ram pickup to drive back here...","canonicalId":"term:trim-levels","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Trim level refers to the various versions of a vehicle model that come with different features, options, and price points. 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