{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Exploring the World of Automotive Wheels: From Customization to Car Auctions and Historical Firsts","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/exploring-the-world-of-automotive-wheels-from-customization-to-car-auctions-and-historical-firsts","audioUrl":"https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/246908/episodes/14118647-exploring-the-world-of-automotive-wheels-from-customization-to-car-auctions-and-historical-firsts.mp3","description":"Ever wondered what the world of automotive wheels holds? Join us as we step into the fascinating domain of car customization, along with our own Konrad DeLong, Jeff Dziekan, Don Armstrong and David Ainsley. We discuss everything from the various types of wheels available online, to the benefits of wheel coatings. Journey with us down memory lane as we share our experiences with car building, wheel trading, and the unexpected encounters at the Gulf Coast Auto Shield Social Saturday.Feeling nostalgic? We've got you covered as we explore the recent online Hemmings vintage car auction, delving into the features and prices of several classic models, like the 1975 Cadillac Fleetwood, and the 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. We also throw in a bit of history and speculate about potential mileage of these time-honored beauties. If you're a Buick fan, you won't want to miss our discussion on the 1910 McLaughlin Buick, a coach-built car for Buick that we mention.Finally, we take a trip through the annals of the automotive industry with our feature, This Week In Automotive History, highlighting key moments like the production of the first Ford bomber B24 Liberator in 1942 and the success of the International Scout all-terrain vehicle in 1960. Stay tuned for our latest car reviews, and a rundown of the most recent automotive news. 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Just go to Audacy.com/InWheelTime where ever you are.----- -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our live multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 10a - 12nCT simulcasting on Audacy, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com.In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as:Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device.Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates!Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltimehttps://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTimeFor more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at info@inwheeltime.com"},"annotations":[{"startTime":490.688,"endTime":494.017,"type":"car","title":"Cadillac Fleetwood","url":"/cars/cadillac/fleetwood","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a1/%2786_Cadillac_Fleetwood_%28Toronto_Spring_%2712_Classic_Car_Auction%29.JPG","quote":"... in this a 1975. 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