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Oct 2017
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239: Tesla Firings, Porsche Please, Cold...

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From Episode 211, Mark writes back to the guys and shares what he ended up buying! More debates follow for Joel in CO and Rhys in WA; and then they talk about things on listeners' minds; such as coachbuilding for electric cars, building your car knowledge and cold starting your car... Thanks to you for listening and watching! Please rate & review the podca ... Show More
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