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The handle above your car window is universally known as the "Oh Crap" handle, but that is completely wrong.

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The handle above your car window is universally known as the "Oh Crap" handle, but that is completely wrong.

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The handle above your car window is universally known as the "Oh Crap" handle, but that is completely wrong.
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