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Jan 2024
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866: Lighter Equals Cheaper, Hating Your...

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The Fun:Worry Ratio is explored for Topic Tuesday, inquiring if there is an optimal power output for the road? Then, Tom B. in Kansas City hates his wife’s car, and dreams of better options. Social media questions ask if there’s a way buyers can break the American habit of buying SUVs and crossovers, how do you overcome the fear of left-hand corners during s ... Show More
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