{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - January 17, 2026 - Hour 2 - All Calls, Busy Hour Revisited","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/ron-ananian-the-car-doctor-january-17-2026-hour-2-all-calls-busy-hour-revisited","audioUrl":"https://podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/23b3ebcc-d509-4d04-8003-ae32006cd9bb/17bfebdc-0582-4229-94b4-b3d500118ad7/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=6079d671-6a0e-4c7c-bb47-ae32006cd9c9","description":"From June 15, 2025, Ron packs a fast-moving hour with nonstop calls, sharp questions, and practical answers. The pace is quick, the topics are wide-ranging, and there’s no shortage of real-world advice. Buckle up and settle in—this hour moves fast.  Grab your Car Doctor gear – T-shirts & more at CarDoctorShow.com  Follow the wrench – Instagram @ronananian for shop life & behind-the-scenes   Watch & learn – Auto repair tips & videos on our YouTube Channel   Got a car question? Call the Car Doctor Hotline 24/7 – (855) 560-9900   Join the conversation LIVE – Saturdays 2–4 PM Eastern        See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information."},"annotations":[{"startTime":12.54,"endTime":14.9,"type":"car","title":"Porsche Cayman","url":"/cars/porsche/cayman","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/53/2015_Porsche_Cayman_GTS_S-A_3.4_Front.jpg","quote":"...I read about this guy who bought a 2020 Porsche Cayman that was well loved. I mean, there are plenty of Caymans in great condition...","canonicalId":"car:porsche:cayman","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Porsche Cayman is a mid-engine sports car known for its balance and performance. 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