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Whether it’s sports cars, sedans, crossovers, or future concepts, this is a boots-on-the-ground look at the standout wins and biggest letdowns from the show floor.( http://www.patreon.com/tflcar )  Visit our Patreon page to support the TFL team!Our Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy"},"annotations":[{"startTime":109.36,"endTime":115.4,"type":"car","title":"Chevrolet Corvette","url":"/cars/chevrolet/corvette","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/7f/Chevrolet_Corvette%2C_BAS_24%2C_Brussels_%28P1170387-RR%29.jpg","quote":"...at's at the show. But we're starting  here at the Corvette at the Chevy Corvette stage. 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