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2022 Kia Sorento Review: New Badge, New Perspective?

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2022 Kia Sorento Review: New Badge, New Perspective? - The Upshift Car Blog Driving Kia's Sorento again reminded me why I like this car so much and thought it was the best Kia SUV last year.

https://theupshiftcarblog.com/the-2022-acura-integra-should-have-been-electric/

The 2022 Acura Integra Should Have Been Electric - The Upshift Car Blog The 2022 Integra was revealed to an unimpressed audience. An electric Integra is what Acura should have done and this is why.

The Integra is back! A big step from the ILX in terms of differentiation and performance. Should perform well thanks to its Civic SI chassis and mechanicals. The $30 grand price bracket it’s in, puts it in line with heavy hitting competition from within, and from the Americans and Koreans. Have to say, I think the Integra would’ve been better as a $45k EV 🤷‍♂️

https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a38226240/2023-acura-integra-prototype-revealed/

2023 Acura Integra Prototype Is the Comeback Kid Featuring a turbo-four and a manual, Acura's new entry-level hatch will start at around $30,000.

The upcoming Civic Type R looks like it may sport a more subdued, mature, and handsome design. I couldn’t be more excited!!

2022 Honda Civic Type R Revealed in Prototype Form

Huge (literally and figuratively) news from Toyota USA. The significantly improved 2022 Toyota Tundra is here. Key things to know:
- Coil Spring rear suspension on the new TNGA-F platform
- Adaptive & air suspension options
- No more V8, replaced by a hybrid and twin turbo v6 options
- Big tech improvements namely an available 14 inch touchscreen with wireless CarPlay and android auto, and Toyota’s new MMI

https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a37640057/2022-toyota-tundra-specs-revealed/?utm_campaign=likeshopme&utm_medium=instagram&utm_source=dash%20hudson&utm_content=www.instagram.com/p/CUBkT4-FeMv/

2022 Toyota Tundra Takes Shots at Chevy, Ford, Ram Pickups Toyota's new full-size pickup truck has an available 437-hp twin-turbo V-6 hybrid powertrain, a new suspension setup, and a 14.0-inch touchscreen.

The all new 2022 Subaru WRX. Mechanically, a huge step forward. But that is exterior design though! Plastic cladding works for their Wilderness models but needs to be left out on the performance cars. It’s straight up ugly!

A uncharacteristically spicy review from Edmunds! They do make some valid points however!

https://youtu.be/XKzO9HQgRyE

2021 Tesla Model S Plaid Review | Our Full Instrumented Test | Price, Range, 0-60 & More 2021 Tesla Model S review & pricing: https://edmu.in/2WOXKTJ The Tesla Model S Plaid is a high-performance luxury electric car that Tesla says pumps out 1,02...

The future is electric! Literally! The G wagon going electric is probably the best thing to happen to the G. Now, the official vehicle of Beverly Hills, is just as fun as the AMG variants of yore but electric power makes it quieter, more eco friendly, and just as fun.

Mercedes-Benz Concept EQG First Look: The G Goes EV

Huge news from Toyota. They are finally getting hit by the chip shortage and are cutting production by 40%. Probably a good time to sell a Toyota if you have one, but don’t buy one if you don’t have to!

https://www.autoweek.com/news/industry-news/a37359663/toyota-to-cut-output-by-40-due-to-chip-shortage/

The Chip Shortage Strikes Again: Toyota to Cut Output by 40 Percent Toyota is falling victim to the global chip shortage, and expects serious production cuts over the next few weeks.

Rimac Nevera vs Model S Plaid! Who knew the quarter mile could be so short with both cars deep into the single digits. But for 5% of the price of the Rimac, the Tesla Plaid put down a great performance.

https://youtu.be/GUB1z5wr5p8

1,914 HP NEVERA vs PLAID * The Quickest Production Cars in the World DRAG RACE We drag race the $2.4M, 1,914 HP Rimac Nevera vs the 1,020 HP Tesla Model S Plaid down the 1/4 Mile.More info in the Nevera: https://www.rimac-automobili.com...

The VR powered Z we wanted is here! With a base MSRP of ~40k, the starting cost undercuts the Supra 3.0’s starting price. The one you want though will probably land in the 45-50k range which is where the Supra starts. Can’t wait to see some comparo’s!

2023 Nissan Z First Look: No Numbers, Just Twin Turbos The new Z isn’t called 400Z, but it does add forced induction and keeps its manual transmission.

A new study breaks down vehicle ownership cost. Here's how EVs fared The study found that the maintenance costs of battery electric vehicles are 40% lower than ICE-powered vehicles.

The 2022 Kia Carnival is the best carnival ride for adults, and is the minivan that will make you want one!

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2022 Kia Carnival Review: The Best Carnival Ride For Adults - The Upshift Car Blog The 2022 Kia Carnival is a minivan that gets a lot right. But is the Carnival's SUV styling enough to stand out in the segment?

Honda’s civic hatch is back! And looking better than ever!

2022 Civic Hatch Looks Great and Offers a Manual

A lexusified gt86?? Probably unlikely but on that note, should Lexus create an entry level and entry level performance vehicle similar to that of BMW’s 2 series and 2 series gran coupe and Mercedes’s A class? If electrics weren’t around I’d say a definite yes! But with younger affluent customers skyrocketing sales of cars like the Model 3, it is likely wiser for Lexus to develop an entry level EV like that of the Model 3/Y. Thoughts?

https://carbuzz.com/news/lexus-ready-to-build-its-own-gr-86

Clarkson’s Farm is the show that you NEED to watch on Amazon Prime! The show is genuinely great content and journalism, with bits of grand tour nostalgia sprinkled in. 11/10 recommend!!

Jeremy Clarkson Unsure As To Whether Clarkson's Farm Will Get Season 2 | Grand Tour Nation Jeremy Clarkson and his new show Clarkson’s Farm has been a huge success for Amazon and the presenter, with fans singing the show’s praises across social media. But with this praise comes questions of whether there will be a second season of the show. The show, which only spans 8 episodes on Ama...

The next gen Lexus NX! Big power train news but, to me, it just seems more like a refresh in terms of interior/exterior. At least the NX won’t have anemic powertrains anymore!

Big news! Lamborghini is going electric! Should be interesting and probably will work great for Lamborghini given the Volkswagen group’s already excellent EV platforms!

Lamborghini have announced plans to electrify their current model lineup!

The Aventador, Huracan and Urus will all receive hybrid powertrains, and an all-electric new model will be released later in the year.

2022 Kia Carnival Rear Seat Entertainment Walkthrough and Review. How can you not love baby shark! 🥺

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2022 Kia Carnival Rear Seat Entertainment Walkthrough and Review In this video, I go through the rear seat entertainment system on this 2022 Kia Carnival. This revised system includes a full suite of apps, a new kids mode ...

The Timberline is here to challenge Subaru’s Wilderness edition Outback. A more potent power train and a rear Torsen limited slip will give the Explorer a real edge off road!

2021 Ford Explorer Timberline adds legitimate off-road chops The 2021 Ford Explorer Timberline is the Explorer you want if your family vacations often venture far from the pavement.

A big step for civic kind! The look inside and out on the new civic looks much more premium and upscale. Can’t wait to see these on the road.

2022 Honda Civic Sedan Features a Cleaner Look, Carryover Engines

I think Hyundai nailed this and timed it perfectly. Crossovers are all the rage. Outdoor lifestyles are in. And the Santa Cruz perfectly nails both targets with the right amount of practicality and utility.

2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz First Look: Return of the Compact Truck

Lexus’s demonstration of distracted driving shows how important it is to pay attention the the road!

See the 'Lexus NX 4.6' Scare Drivers, Make Them Crash to Prove a Safety Point

The difference between Porsche and Tesla is over 22 seconds...incredible!

2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo S at Lightning Lap 2021 The Taycan marks a watershed moment as the first EV to survive our Lightning Lap treatment.

The Kia Telluride is Kia’s most in demand, highest resale, and most highly awarded SUV! Find out why! https://youtu.be/Eu9Z_yN6N5Q

2020 Kia Telluride Review and Off Road Test The 2020 Kia Telluride is a handsome and capable crossover that lives up to high expectations. In this 2020 Kia Telluride Review, I take the Telluride off ro...

Can the Ford Raptor take out the Ram TRX?

2021 Ford F-150 Raptor Will Debut February 3

Sonata N-Line and Kia K5 GT might be the most fun you will ever have in a modern family sedan!

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Car and Driver shows that there still a lot of work to do before EV’s can fully replace electric vehicles.

Our Model 3 is Cheap if You Avoid Supercharging!

The 2021 Sorento SX is full of turbocharged fun both on and off the road, thanks to a well tuned suspension, comfortable interior, great looks, and sophisticated electronics.

Read my full review here: https://theupshiftcarblog.com/2021-kia-sorento-x-line-review-the-best-suv-kia-has-ever-made/

2021 Kia Sorento X-Line Review: The Best SUV Kia Has Ever Made - The Upshift Car Blog Kia's latest right-sized SUV is arguably better than the award winning Telluride because it has appeal and an adventurous spirit.

The 2021 Kia Sorento is Kia’s best SUV yet. See it in action!

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2021 Kia Sorento SX X-Line Review and Off Road Test The 2021 Kia Sorento X-Line SX Prestige is a handsome and capable crossover that exceeds expectations. In this 2021 Kia Sorento SX X-Line Review, I take the ...

While AWD minivans are making a comeback, these minivans started it all. The American vans have all been scrapped but the Toyota and Mazda have become cult classics!

Tested: Five 1992 4WD Minivans vs. Alaska's Dalton Highway

Chevrolet is swinging for the fences! The Italians should be very worried!

Chevy Corvette C8 High-Performance Models' Powertrain Details Leaked

Not only is the Ioniq 5 a promising EV from Korea, but it signals just how technically impressive this platform is and the future of Hyundai and Kia’s EV lineups.

Hyundai’s New Ioniq 5 Crossover Gets Over 62 Miles of Range on a 5-Minute Charge The Ioniq 5 is the first car in Hyundai's standalone EV brand, and its real star is its fast-charging tech.

Mazda’s legendary rotary is back in hybrid form. Should be very interesting how this pans out once it arrives in the US!

The Mazda Rotary Engine Is Finally Returning to the United States Mazda will offer its new electric MX-30 crossover with a rotary range extender in the U.S.

Who did it better...My old LC or this all new Seltos??

Kia Seltos Review:
Pros: Looks great, exterior lighting design is handsome and striking at night, boxy shape provides excellent rear seat room and trunk space, technology and safety features work well, great driving dynamics, strong braking performance, competitively priced

Cons: Light output and clarity from LED headlights is dismal, stiff ride, dual clutch is derpy and prone to overheating (and problematic per owners), the seat material feels like rubber, interior could use some color, prevalent wind and road noise, engine sounds like a sewing machine, Bose audio is flatter than Kansas

For all the Angelino’s, some new rules have taken effect!

https://www.foxla.com/news/new-traffic-laws-go-into-effect-across-california

New traffic laws go into effect across California Several new traffic laws have gone into effect in California, including those involving safe space for Caltrans or emergency vehicles and rescuing children from hot cars.