{"id":66173,"date":"2025-12-09T12:32:40","date_gmt":"2025-12-09T07:02:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/?p=66173"},"modified":"2026-01-29T12:13:06","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T06:43:06","slug":"2026-skoda-kushaq-facelift-adds-rear-seat-massage-feature","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/2026-skoda-kushaq-facelift-adds-rear-seat-massage-feature\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift Adds Rear Seat Massage Feature"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"clean-word-content\"><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-66169\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026-Skoda-Kushaq-Facelift-Adds-Rear-Seat-Massage-Feature-cover.webp\" alt=\"2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift Adds Rear Seat Massage Feature Cover\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026-Skoda-Kushaq-Facelift-Adds-Rear-Seat-Massage-Feature-cover.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026-Skoda-Kushaq-Facelift-Adds-Rear-Seat-Massage-Feature-cover-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026-Skoda-Kushaq-Facelift-Adds-Rear-Seat-Massage-Feature-cover-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026-Skoda-Kushaq-Facelift-Adds-Rear-Seat-Massage-Feature-cover-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026-Skoda-Kushaq-Facelift-Adds-Rear-Seat-Massage-Feature-cover-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p> <p>The<a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/skoda-cars\/kushaq-facelift\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> 2026 Skoda Kushaq facelift<\/a> is set to make a major upgrade by adding a rear seat massage feature marking a big step for the midsize SUV segment. As shared in reports and early sightings, including details verified from Autocarindia the model is gearing up for its market launch expected in January 2026 and Skoda is likely to reveal prices next month. This update aims to help the Kushaq stay strong in a market that now includes new rivals like the <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/tata-cars\/sierra-ice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tata Sierra<\/a><\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Skoda Kushaq Facelift To Get New Comfort Features<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-66172\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Features-2.webp\" alt=\"Skoda Kushaq Facelift To Get New Comfort Features \" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Features-2.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Features-2-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Features-2-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Features-2-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Features-2-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>    <div id=\"ad-1778692582-o44aJk-container\"\r\n         class=\"comman-ads-container\"\r\n         style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; max-width: 970px; min-height: 50px; margin: 10px auto; display: flex; justify-content: center; align-items: center; overflow: hidden;\">\r\n\r\n        <!-- Loader -->\r\n        <div class=\"comman-ads-loader\" style=\"position: absolute; top:0; left:0; width:100%; height:100%; display:flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; z-index:2;flex-direction: column;\">\r\n            <div style=\"width:32px; height:32px; border:3px solid #e5e7eb; border-top:3px solid #9ca3af; border-radius:50%; animation: spin 1s linear infinite;\"><\/div>\r\n            <span style=\"background-color: white;border: 1px solid #d1d5db;border-radius: 4px;padding: 2px 8px;font-size: 9px;color: #6b7280;font-weight: 600;letter-spacing: 1px;text-transform: uppercase;\">AD<\/span>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <!-- AdSense Ad -->\r\n        <ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n             id=\"ad-1778692582-o44aJk\"\r\n             style=\"display:inline-block; width:970px; height:90px; background: transparent;\"\r\n             data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8418398772512966\"\r\n             data-ad-slot=\"1745023287\"><\/ins>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <script>\r\n        (function(){\r\n            const container = document.getElementById('ad-1778692582-o44aJk-container');\r\n            const ad = document.getElementById('ad-1778692582-o44aJk');\r\n            const loader = container.querySelector('.comman-ads-loader');\r\n            const sizeWeb = [970, 90];\r\n            const sizeMobile = [320, 50];\r\n            const breakpoint = 768;\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Load AdSense script if not already loaded\r\n            if (!document.querySelector('script[src*=\"adsbygoogle\"]')) {\r\n                const script = document.createElement('script');\r\n                script.async = true;\r\n                script.src = 'https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js';\r\n                script.crossOrigin = 'anonymous';\r\n                script.setAttribute('data-ad-client', 'ca-pub-8418398772512966');\r\n                document.head.appendChild(script);\r\n            }\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Function to switch sizes based on viewport\r\n            function updateAdSize() {\r\n                const isMobile = window.innerWidth <= breakpoint;\r\n                const currentSize = isMobile ? 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One of the biggest additions is a <\/span>massage function for the rear seats<span data-contrast=\"auto\"> making it the first in the segment to offer this feature. This upgrade is aimed at rear passengers who prefer better support and comfort during long drives<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Along with the massage seats, the facelift is also expected to bring:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">A panoramic sunroof on higher trims<\/li> <li>New graphics for the digital instrument cluster<\/li> <li>Fresh infotainment touchscreen layouts<\/li> <li>Rear disc brakes for the 1.5 TSI versions<\/li> <li>Upgraded air conditioning system<\/li> <li>Possible Level 2 ADAS features<\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"7\" data-aria-level=\"1\">A 360 degree camera<\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These additions show that Skoda is trying to offer more value and match or surpass features seen in other midsize <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/advanced-search?carTypes=SUV\">SUVs<\/a><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/advanced-search?carTypes=SUV\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/a><\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift Exterior And Styling Changes<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The look of the upcoming Kushaq has also been previewed through various spy shots. Although the basic body structure remains the same Skoda has made several tweaks to keep the design fresh<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Visible changes include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Updated headlights and fog lamps<\/li> <li>Redesigned tail light clusters<\/li> <li>A refined front grille<\/li> <li>New front and rear bumpers<\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Freshly designed 16 inch black alloy wheels<\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The design changes are not major but they help give the SUV a cleaner updated look without changing its original shape<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p>    <div id=\"ad-1778692582-UVORbw-container\"\r\n         class=\"comman-ads-container\"\r\n         style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; max-width: 728px; min-height: 50px; margin: 10px auto; display: flex; justify-content: center; align-items: center; overflow: hidden;\">\r\n\r\n        <!-- Loader -->\r\n        <div class=\"comman-ads-loader\" style=\"position: absolute; top:0; left:0; width:100%; height:100%; display:flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; z-index:2;flex-direction: column;\">\r\n            <div style=\"width:32px; height:32px; border:3px solid #e5e7eb; border-top:3px solid #9ca3af; border-radius:50%; animation: spin 1s linear infinite;\"><\/div>\r\n            <span style=\"background-color: white;border: 1px solid #d1d5db;border-radius: 4px;padding: 2px 8px;font-size: 9px;color: #6b7280;font-weight: 600;letter-spacing: 1px;text-transform: uppercase;\">AD<\/span>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <!-- AdSense Ad -->\r\n        <ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n             id=\"ad-1778692582-UVORbw\"\r\n             style=\"display:inline-block; width:728px; height:90px; background: transparent;\"\r\n             data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8418398772512966\"\r\n             data-ad-slot=\"8897589148\"><\/ins>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <script>\r\n        (function(){\r\n            const container = document.getElementById('ad-1778692582-UVORbw-container');\r\n            const ad = document.getElementById('ad-1778692582-UVORbw');\r\n            const loader = container.querySelector('.comman-ads-loader');\r\n            const sizeWeb = [728, 90];\r\n            const sizeMobile = [320, 50];\r\n            const breakpoint = 768;\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Load AdSense script if not already loaded\r\n            if (!document.querySelector('script[src*=\"adsbygoogle\"]')) {\r\n                const script = document.createElement('script');\r\n                script.async = true;\r\n                script.src = 'https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js';\r\n                script.crossOrigin = 'anonymous';\r\n                script.setAttribute('data-ad-client', 'ca-pub-8418398772512966');\r\n                document.head.appendChild(script);\r\n            }\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Function to switch sizes based on viewport\r\n            function updateAdSize() {\r\n                const isMobile = window.innerWidth <= breakpoint;\r\n                const currentSize = isMobile ? 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The panoramic sunroof is now confirmed for higher variants. The digital instrument cluster and touchscreen will also get new graphics for a more modern feel. Rear disc brakes will now be offered specifically on the <\/span>1.5 TSI<span data-contrast=\"auto\"> models improving braking performance<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Skoda is also expected to offer:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Better cabin cooling with upgraded AC parts<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Level 2 ADAS for added safety<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Full 360 degree camera for easier parking<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These enhancements bring the <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/skoda-cars\/kushaq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kushaq <\/a>closer to newer rivals that have recently updated their feature lists<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift Engine And New Gearbox<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-66171\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/engine-34.webp\" alt=\"2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift Engine And New Gearbox \" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/engine-34.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/engine-34-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/engine-34-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/engine-34-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/engine-34-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The engine lineup will remain the same as the current model. Skoda will continue to offer:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">A 115 hp 1.0 liter turbo petrol engine<\/li> <li>A 150 hp 1.5 liter turbo petrol engine<\/li> <\/ul> <p>However, there is a major mechanical update expected for 2026. The 1.0 liter engine may get a new 8 speed torque converter automatic gearbox replacing the current 6 speed automatic. This upgrade should help improve smoothness and fuel efficiency<\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The other gearbox options will remain unchanged:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">7 speed dual clutch automatic for the 1.5 TSI<\/li> <li>6 speed manual for both engines<\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This balanced set of engine and gearbox choices continues Skoda\u2019s focus on performance and good driving feel<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Specifications And Variant Details Remain Similar<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p>The base structure and dimensions of the Kushaq will remain unchanged. The current model\u2019s on road price ranges from \u20b912.36 lakh to \u20b921.35 lakh, and the facelift will likely stay within a similar range, with a slight increase due to the added features<\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Kushaq continues to offer:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Front disc brakes<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Rear drum brakes (except for 1.5 TSI which now gets disc brakes)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Power windows<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Multiple trims including Classic, Monte Carlo and more<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Expect similar variant names but with updated feature lists for 2026<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift Expected to Launch Soon<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p>The updated Kushaq is expected to make its debut in January 2026 with pricing likely to be revealed shortly before the launch. Deliveries should begin soon after the official introduction<\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With rising competition in the midsize SUV segment Skoda is aiming to make the Kushaq facelift more appealing with feature upgrades, design updates and a new gearbox option<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 2026 Skoda Kushaq facelift is set to make a major upgrade by adding a rear seat massage feature marking [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":22,"featured_media":66170,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[1196,274,1044,561],"class_list":["post-66173","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-all","tag-car-features","tag-skoda","tag-skoda-kushaq-facelift","tag-suv-cars"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/66173","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/22"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=66173"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/66173\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":66175,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/66173\/revisions\/66175"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/66170"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=66173"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=66173"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=66173"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}