{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"The Car Show with Dane Donovan 12/13/2025","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/the-car-show-with-dane-donovan-12-13-2025","audioUrl":"https://podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/98a2599f-cd9b-4f2a-9be4-b22c00e585f2/ec45f402-1bd0-4b33-b8fa-b36401192671/3be49676-2b33-4e03-89b1-b3b300e97405/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=4e0ab41b-2373-4728-b97c-b36401192677","description":"On this episode of the car show, host Dame Donovan takes calls from listeners with car-related questions. Bill shares a shocking story about buying a used truck with a mileage discrepancy, and Dame offers advice on how to handle the situation. Meanwhile, Larry suggests a creative solution to Bill's problem, and Dame discusses the importance of getting a car inspected before buying. The conversation also touches on car maintenance, including mufflers and fuel injectors, and Dame shares a personal story about a customer's positive experience at his shop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information."},"annotations":[{"startTime":521.74,"endTime":525.26,"type":"car","title":"Toyota Tundra","url":"/cars/toyota/tundra","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/83/2007-Toyota-Tundra-DC-1.jpg","quote":"...I bought a 21 tundra when I knew that they were getting away from the V8.","canonicalId":"car:toyota:tundra","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Toyota Tundra is a full-size pickup truck known for its durability and capability. The 2021 model year marked a significant transition as Toyota began moving away from the traditional V8 engine in favor of more fuel-efficient options.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Toyota Tundra is a large truck that can carry heavy loads and is often used for work or towing. 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