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With real-time synchronized navigation, a built-in walkie-talkie, and the Radar function to locate your tribe while driving, Roadtrip Tribes ensures your convoy stays together and never deviates from the planned route. No one gets lost, no one gets left behind—just epic road trips.‘9WERKS Radio’ @9werks.radio is your dedicated Porsche and car podcast, taking you closer than ever to the world’s finest sports cars and the culture and history behind them.The show is brought to you by 9werks.co.uk, the innovative online platform for Porsche enthusiasts. Hosted by Porsche Journalist Lee Sibley @9werks_lee, and 911 owner and engineer Andy Brookes @993andy, with special input from friends and experts around the industry, including you, our valued listeners.If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support us by joining the 9WERKS Driven Not Hidden Collective you can do so by hitting the link below, your support would be greatly appreciated.Support the show"},"annotations":[{"startTime":67.4,"endTime":73.3,"type":"company","title":"Heritage Parts Centre","url":"/glossary/heritage-parts-centre","quote":"They cater for all manner of Porsche parts as you know, three five six to nine nine seven bus transaxles and mid-engine cars within that time frame.","canonicalId":"company:heritage-parts-centre","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Heritage Parts Centre specializes in providing parts for classic Porsche models, including various components for restoration and maintenance.","simplifiedExplanation":"Heritage Parts Centre is a company that sells parts for older Porsche cars, helping owners keep their vehicles in good shape."}},{"startTime":73.3,"endTime":78.2,"type":"part","title":"transaxles","url":"/glossary/transaxles","quote":"to nine nine seven bus transaxles and mid-engine cars within that time frame. 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