G. David Felt

I am really liking the AI generated Kia Pickups

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The RPM of this setup is Crazy and I want to actually take one for a test drive. Be interesting to see what the price is once they are shipping and what it sounds like.

Been awhile since I posted anything here, but saw a mint condition Chevrolet El Camino and thought wow, I would love a modern EV version of this with Kia inspired styling. AWD EV Power path!!! Korean word for which I would call this truck means the road or path traveled. I would call it Kia "Gil" Kia EV9 style with body inspired by Chevrolet El Camino Kia EV9 style with body inspired by the Ford Ranchero

I agree it should not be on the Government to fund this forever, but as long as they continue to give billions to the Oil industry, then why not give to the green / EV industry. Biggest problem is that Idiot47 personal HATE for EVs had him waste Billions yanking out all the installed chargers and his personal IQ 79 Stupidity had him then also waste billions more on trying to turn everything around that has been done by past presidents rather than focus on governing and doing the right thing. More taxpayer money has been wasted on him attempting to go back to the 60's in all things and hurting this country. At this point, HE IS Hurting the auto industry and as long as he is in office, he will do everything possible to hurt the companies that have created jobs and spent billions to design and develop new autos. Getting him out of the way can then under a stable federal hand allow companies to innovate and compete on products.

Yes, did forget on those points, been a while since I did a car list. Will edit the list.

Genesis pushing the boundaries of performance in their segment has unleashed the newest performance monster for Luxury EVs. The GV60 MAGMA was stated by Manfred Harrer, President and Head of Hyundai's Motor Group R&D division as follows: "In a very short period of time, our engineers achieved something truly remarkable. They created a car that is not only fast, but truly Genesis; a car that inspires confidence and provides a true emotional connection." 641 HP Dual-Motor Powertrain The GV60 MAGMA has extensive enhancements to the powertrain offering the most powerful performance within the Genesis lineup today. This is more than just hardware upgrades, but advanced software refinements too. The GV60 MAGMA delivers the following: 0 to 62 mph in 3.4 seconds 0 to 124 mph in 10.9 seconds Motors delivering combined 641 HP with 582 lb-ft of torque Rear motor 406 hp and 309 lb-ft of torque Front motor 235 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque Maximum RPM 20,920 Five Driving Modes From Range to Sprint The GV60 MAGMA offers a perfect harmony between luxury and driving dynamics with precision-tuned driving profiles tailored for any situation according to their press release. Five distinct driving modes are offered that can be changed on the fly via their drive mode button. Range Mode prioritizes efficiency and maximizes driving range with seamless responsiveness. Comfort Mode strikes a balance between performance and fuel economy for everyday use. Sport Mode quickens responsiveness, offering a spirited driving experience for routine journeys. Sprint Mode unleashes aggressive torque and accelerator sensitivity ideal for track settings. GT Mode delivers the performance of a luxury grand tourer, blending effortless cruising with commanding acceleration when needed. Tuned Pedal Response and Driver Connection According to Genesis, the MAGMA performance line offers a key element to driving via an innovative pedal response for enhance control. The dynamic range is the specially configured accelerator pedal. Resistance has been adjusted to elevate control and reduce fatigue, offering lower resistance in light pedal applications for daily driving and greater resistance for high-depression inputs during sporty maneuvers. This ensures a smooth and intuitive connection between the driver and the vehicle's subtle power. To put this in a simple defined statement, Teajun Kang, Senior R&D engineer for Genesis EV Performance Test Team made the following statement: "The pedal resistance was increased across all ranges to enhance control over acceleration." Genesis MAGMA performance line delivers on their stated belief that customer experiences are focused as "son-nim" or honored guests. The GV60 MAGMA joins the Magma GT Concept and G90 WINGBACK Magma concept in signaling that Genesis is serious about building a performance brand alongside its luxury credentials. View full article

By the time you are ready to retire your truck, you might just have a compact / mid-size EV Truck to replace it. That is of course we wake up and remove Idiot47, Kia/Hyundai move forward with their electric trucks that are in test mule format now and Ford / GM / Toyota Deliver as all have said they are working on compact / mid-size EV Trucks.

I honestly wish Kia would make their Minivan AWD as it has a more SUV look, but all the benefits of what Minivans give inside for room and comfort.

All valid points you make and I get it, in my regards, I can see it taking off retail from a West Coast standpoint as it hits some very important points. EV - West coast is at a tipping point for hitting more EVs than ICE currently 1:3 ratio, or 30% new autos are EV sold. AWD 434 Miles of range Space I see LOTS of Toyota AWD and older GM AWD Vans at the pass for skiing / snowboarding. One cannot ignore the space these auto's have that families love when doing sports. Being a Mercedes, this will hit the right note for the Tech Industry that wants luxury plus EV with range to spare.

There are still some options for car folks: Kia compact K4 Kia mid-size K5 Toyota mid-size Camry Honda compact Civic Honda mid-size Accord Hyundai compact Elantra Hyundai mid-size Sonata Hyundai mid-size Ioniq 6N Nissan compact Sentra Nissan mid-size Altima Cadillac compact CT4 Cadillac mid-size CT5 Dodge mid-size Charger Mercedes compact C-Class Mercedes Mid-size E-Class Mercedes Full size S- Class BMW compact 3 series BMW Mid-size 5 Series BMW Full-size 7 series BMW i3 Neue Klasse Audi Compact A4 Audi mid-size A6 Audi full size A8 Tesla Compact Model 3 Lucid Mid-size Air If your in Canada or Mexico there are more car options especially from Kia in regard to their new EVs. One could consider buying and importing it into the U.S. Note: Updated list to remove a retired car and add two missed cars.

There are things I really like about this EV Minivan like the AWD and the customizable seating features. Not sure about the big screen TV for the second and third row. Clearly the back end of the Minivan is polarizing, but they optimized it for the ability to put things in and easy take out when hauling stuff. Gotta love the 434 miles of range. Depending on Price, I think this will do very well here in the U.S. for Families and those wanting space with easy access.

Five decades BMW has been delivering the driving machine via their 3 Series. March 2026 BMW delivered the new i3 fully electric driving machine that they believe delivers on that sporty driving pleasure that their legacy has delivered for generations of auto enthusiast with a 21st century addition to the legacy with unique features. BMW calls this their Neue Klasse era. This first 800V all electric i3 series launches with the following points that BMW wants their current and new buyers to know: The core of the brand reinterpreted: modern, timeless, and unmistakable. Modern BMW 2.5-box silhouette with long wheelbase, short overhangs, and flared wheel arches. New front-end design: kidney grille and four-eye light signature form a unified geometry-and-light element. Driver-focused interior anchored by the BMW Panoramic iDrive and the free-cut central display. Gen6 BMW eDrive technology with 800-volt architecture enabling 400kW DC charging and a projected 440 miles of range. BMW Symbiotic Drive and available Level 2+ automated driving with intuitive human-vehicle assistance. BMW i3 50 xDrive Specifications The launch of the BMW i3 50 xDrive has the following specifications: Electric motors on both axles Combined output of 463 HP with maximum torque of 476 lb-ft Their sixth generation eDrive technology Estimated range of 440 miles on a single charge New battery pack with cylindrical cells High Energy density with flatter high voltage The front of the BMW 3 series sedan continues with the Neue Klasse distinctive look as also found on the 2026 BMW iX3 SUV. Exterior Design and Color Options The i3 sedan will continue with having the customizable lighting effects for the exterior allowing the owner to create their own Welcome and Goodbye animations depending on the equipment level. The optional BMW Iconic Glow exterior package offers Balanced, Relaxed, and Excited options or customize to their individual personal taste. The BMW i3 Sedan has 11 different exterior paint options available at launch with their newest M Le Castellet Blue color. The paint colors come in your choice of Solid, Frozen, and metallic finishes. This equates to gloss, matte, and metallic. Interior and Neue Klasse Cockpit The Neue Klasse design language gives buyers an interior that is dynamic, airy, and modern with a driver-oriented, digital 21st century experience. This includes a complete redesigned user interaction, and a harmonious interplay of geometry, light and sound. BMW says this gives a digital and real content merge through their coordinated design of ambient light, and the graphics on the central display along with the BMW panoramic Vision. From the Climate comfort Panoramic glass roof to the large windows enclosing the interior, creates a comforting space flooded with light and openness feeling. Driver orientation is one of precise intuitive experience due to the panoramic Vision display and optional 3D head-up display displayed directly into the line of sight for the driver. This eliminates the need for displays behind the steering wheel which is now completely redesigned. The driver has angled to them from the center of the dash what BMW calls free-cut central display. The i3 sedan comes with elegant seats that provide comfort and secure lateral support with optional sport seats. All seats can have optional multifunction features along with expressive designs and distinctive sport bolsters of choice. Between the seats is everything both driver and passenger would want from cup holders to inductive wireless charging, physical buttons, gear selector and more. From recycled materials and Vegan upholstery to leather are options for designing your interior. This interior is all supported by BMW OSx operating system that includes Amazon Alexa with AI technology supplying you your own BMW Intelligent Personal assistant that offers voice control over the i3. 800V Technology and Smart Connectivity BMW offers the ability to connect your smartphone or smartwatch and use it as a preferred vehicle key. The new 800V EVs all use the Android Open-Source Project (AOSP). This 800V system is 20 times higher computer power than previous BMW EVs. The whole 800V system is updated via over the air updates. This BMW 800V all new system has L2+ driver assistance systems from self-driving to safety features. This new system also offers the new BMW Charging revolution that offers the following innovations: Vehicle-to-Load (V2L): This turns the new BMW i3 into a mobile power bank that provides electricity directly from the high-voltage battery. For example, to operate an electric barbecue on a weekend trip or to charge the battery of an e-bike with up to 3.7 kW. Vehicle-to-Home (V2H): Bidirectional charging turns the BMW i3 into a home energy storage system: With Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) in conjunction with the BMW Wallbox Professional and a photovoltaic system, vehicle charging costs and electricity costs throughout the household are reduced. For this purpose, excess energy from the photovoltaic system is temporarily stored in the vehicle battery and is later fed back into the house when there is no solar power. Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G): V2G allows the BMW i3 to be integrated into the public power grid and feed energy from the vehicle's high-voltage battery back into the system. Individual control using the My BMW App is simple and transparent. Customers always have full control over their current and desired charge levels. Battery life is safeguarded by intelligent protection mechanisms. Intelligent Charging With NACS The 800V i3 and iX3 comes with Intelligent charging flap. The charging port is located on the rear right side of the new BMW i3. It is possible to open the charging flap manually by simply pressing, but this is no longer necessary. Because the intelligent charging flap of the new BMW i3 opens automatically as soon as the customer's charging request is detected. One of the triggers for opening is AI-supported: If the customer walks towards a known or learned charging point, the movement path reveals the charging intention, whereupon the flap opens. If no charging cable is connected, the charging flap closes automatically – as it does after the charging process is complete or when the vehicle is ready to drive. The all new 800V EVs come with NACS ports by default now. More details will be released as availability at dealerships happens. Check out the 2027 BMW i3 Sedan photo gallery for a full look at the exterior and interior. View full article