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🚘 What I’m driving: This weekend, I spent time driving the family around for soccer games and gymnastics in the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4Matic All-Terrain, which reminded me of the practicality and charm of wagons.
🔌 The Kia 2025 EV6 and 2026 EV9 electric vehicles are set to receive plug & charge functionality, allowing owners to simply connect their vehicle to a charger and start the charging process without needing a phone, credit card, apps, or any hassle, similar to Tesla’s Superchargers.
🚙 The 2026 Lexus LX SUV is returning with a $500 price hike following a mid-year increase, bringing the cost of the 2026 LX to $107,950, and the addition of an F Sport Appearance Package to the LX 700h F Sport Handling model.
🚘 The front-wheel-drive 2026 Nissan Murano has been discontinued, making the model all-wheel-drive only, with a new starting price of $42,965, reflecting a $1,000 increase.
‼️ BMW has recalled 196,000 vehicles due to concerns over the engine starter relay perhaps corroding, which could lead to overheating and short-circuiting, potentially causing a fire; this problem also affects the Toyota Supra.
🏍️ Yamaha has patented an electric motorcycle engine that produces sounds and vibrations to mimic the experience of riding a gas-powered bike.
🏭 JLR is set to begin a gradual restart of manufacturing in the coming days.
🏁 Weekend Race Results:
NASCAR Cup Series – Chase Elliott triumphed at the Hollywood Casino 400.
NASCAR Xfinity Series – Brandon Jones won the Kansas Lottery 300.
FIA World Endurance Championship – The Alpine Endurance Team secured victory at the 6 Hours of Fuji.
MotoGP – Francesco Bagnaia emerged victorious at the Japanese Grand Prix in Motegi.
NHRA – Doug Kalitta won in the Top Fuel category, Matt Hagan claimed the Funny Car title, Greg Anderson won in Pro Stock, and Gaige Herrera took first place in Pro Stock Motorcycle.
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Kia EV9 and EV6 Are Incorporating a Tesla-Like Function: TDS
This feature will exclusively be offered on the 2025 EV6, 2026 EV9, and subsequent models.