{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Nov. 22, 2025 | Weekend Drive: LA Auto Show; Akio Toyoda goes full MAGA","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/nov-22-2025-weekend-drive-la-auto-show-akio-toyoda-goes-full-maga","audioUrl":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.buzzsprout.com/2447022/episodes/18231836-nov-22-2025-weekend-drive-la-auto-show-akio-toyoda-goes-full-maga.mp3","description":"Automotive News’ Jerry Hirsch and Larry P. Vellequette discuss the biggest news from the Los Angeles Auto Show, including Kia’s spotlight on the redesigned Telluride SUV. 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