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Nov 2024
47m 12s

The White Subaru Hell Loop

PJ Vogt
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A mortal human being finds himself stuck between two impressive organizations: the DMV, and an internet start-up called Carvana. He has a problem, but each side insists only the other can solve it. Search Engine’s crack automotive team investigates.Support the show at searchengine.show! 
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