{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Honda Prelude, Lamborghini Temerario, the Ford Maverick We Need, and is the Lightning Dead?","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/honda-prelude-lamborghini-temerario-the-ford-maverick-we-need-and-is-the-lightning-dead","audioUrl":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/VERTICALSCOPEINC5249462503.mp3?updated=1762785050","description":"This week we have Kyle back and he and Mike discuss Greg's first drive of the reborn Honda Prelude as well as Mike's first drive of the Lamborghini Temerario. They also talk about the Ford Maverick 300T Concept, and whether or not the Ford F-150 Lightning could be in trouble. \n\nLater, we have a special guest join the show for a deep discussion about '90s FWD sport compacts and much more. Colum is also back to talk all the latest Formula 1 news and rumors. \n\nFinally, Mike and Kyle take a look at what's ahead."},"annotations":[{"startTime":67.14,"endTime":68.86,"type":"car","title":"Honda Prelude","url":"/cars/honda/prelude","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e4/1982_Honda_Prelude_%2815977118997%29.jpg","quote":"... since Honda  said they're bringing you back, the Prelude.  And guess what?","canonicalId":"car:honda:prelude","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Honda Prelude is a sporty coupe that was produced from 1978 to 2001, known for its innovative design and performance-oriented features. It holds a special place in automotive history as one of Honda's early forays into the sports car segment, and its revival has generated excitement among enthusiasts.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Honda Prelude is a type of sporty car that Honda made for many years. 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