{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"First Time Winner, Photo Finish, Kyle Busch Tension, Superspeedway Changes, and More!!! (ft. Auto Racing Analytics)","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/first-time-winner-photo-finish-kyle-busch-tension-superspeedway-changes-and-more-ft-auto-racing-analytics","audioUrl":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/AEENG9513100200.mp3","description":"Ty Gibbs finally broke through and got his first Cup win, we break it down and everything surrounding Bristol!  Plus Grant from Auto Racing Analytics gives us all the numbers for everything you need to know regarding NASCAR this week. \n\n  \n\nVisit the Daily Downforce at dailydownforce.com \nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices"},"annotations":[{"startTime":1.8,"endTime":8.2,"type":"brand","title":"AC Delco","url":"/glossary/ac-delco","quote":"Get the most out of your vehicle with GM Genuine Parts and AC Delco original equipment. 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