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 +====== Cars ======
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 See also [[transportation:transportation|Transportation]] | [[transportation:electric_cars|Electric Cars]] | [[transportation:Autos|Autos]] See also [[transportation:transportation|Transportation]] | [[transportation:electric_cars|Electric Cars]] | [[transportation:Autos|Autos]]
  
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 https://www.thedrive.com/news/39609/hondas-now-selling-the-worlds-first-production-car-with-level-3-self-driving-tech https://www.thedrive.com/news/39609/hondas-now-selling-the-worlds-first-production-car-with-level-3-self-driving-tech
  
 +== The Japanese Four-Cylinder Engine Is So Reliable It's Still In Production After Almost 25 Years ==
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 +2022 Honda Accord K20 Engine
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 +Nikesh Kooverjee - 1 December 2025
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 +The Honda K series engine is arguably the most renowned drivetrain in the Japanese automotive community, and for good reason. Honda's compact four-cylinder engine has consistently managed to balance performance, reliability, and efficiency, making it a popular option among many enthusiasts, especially those in the tuning world. Beyond its street appeal, Honda prioritizes this engine for multiple applications across its ICE and HEV lines. 
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 +Most brands have committed to phasing the ICE out in favor of electrification, but Honda remains committed to its gasoline-driven powertrains, with the K-Series being the star of its future strategy. It's a well-rounded and balanced configuration that the Japanese brand has built with longevity in mind, which is why it's still going strong after almost 25 years.
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 +https://www.topspeed.com/reliable-japanese-four-cylinder-engine-still-in-production/
  
  
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 https://www.theregister.com/2022/03/25/honda_civic_hack/ https://www.theregister.com/2022/03/25/honda_civic_hack/
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 +== Honda Civic Vs. Toyota Corolla at 250,000 Miles: It’s Not Even Close ==
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 +The Civic and Corolla are usually neck and neck, but at 250,000 miles, one pulls surprisingly far ahead.
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 +Sep 21, 2026 11:01 AM EDT - Adam Lynton
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 +For anyone weighing a Honda Civic against a Toyota Corolla with the long haul in mind, one of the most familiar matchups in the compact class now has a clear answer. On the odds of reaching 250,000 miles, the Civic is nearly three times as likely as the Corolla to get there, according to new model-by-model longevity rankings built on more than 395 million vehicles.
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 +A margin like that would stand out between any two direct rivals. What makes this one harder to shrug off is the badge on the losing car, which belongs to the brand iSeeCars had ranked above every other in the country less than a week earlier.
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 +https://www.autoblog.com/features/honda-civic-vs-toyota-corolla-at-250000-miles-its-not-even-close
  
  
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 https://jalopnik.com/the-hyundai-casper-is-the-coolest-12-000-car-ive-ever-1847681997 https://jalopnik.com/the-hyundai-casper-is-the-coolest-12-000-car-ive-ever-1847681997
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 +==  Hyundai wants Ioniq 5 customers to pay for cybersecurity patch in baffling move ==
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 +Usama Jawad (@UsamaJawad96) - Aug 11, 2025 11:58 EDT
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 +Over the past few years, technology has been integrated into the automotive market in major ways, not just in the manufacturing process, but also in terms of the consumer experience. A recent example is Samsung and Tesla collaborating on developing high-end technologies. Now, Hyundai has made the rather baffling decision to charge customers for a cybersecurity patch.
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 +In recent years, there have been reported instances of Game Boy-like handheld devices being used by thieves to hack into the locking mechanisms of several electric vehicle models. In the UK, Kia, Hyundai, and Genesis EVs have been targeted with this sophisticated hardware which apparently cracks wireless protocols used in the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, and Genesis GV60.
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 +The Verge now reports that Hyundai is offering a security patch for this issue through software and hardware upgrades to Ioniq 5 customers. This fix is being offered as "optional" for £49 ($65) on the company's website in the UK, although a similar offer does not seem to be available in the U.S.
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 +This decision is a bit baffling because Hyundai is seemingly asking customers to pay for its own lapse in security. It's also frustrating because the car isn't that old, it's an EV after all, built according to modern global standards.
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 +https://www.neowin.net/news/hyundai-wants-ioniq-5-customers-to-pay-for-cybersecurity-patch-in-baffling-move/
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 ===== Kia ===== ===== Kia =====
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 +==== 2021 Sorento ====
  
 == Three rows, 37mpg, and under $34,000? The 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid == == Three rows, 37mpg, and under $34,000? The 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid ==
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 https://arstechnica.com/cars/2021/01/three-rows-37mpg-and-under-34000-the-2021-kia-sorento-hybrid/ https://arstechnica.com/cars/2021/01/three-rows-37mpg-and-under-34000-the-2021-kia-sorento-hybrid/
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 +==== 2021 Niro ====
  
 == Kia's 2021 Niro hybrids add a few new tech features == == Kia's 2021 Niro hybrids add a few new tech features ==
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 https://www.engadget.com/niro-phev-2021-021243106.html https://www.engadget.com/niro-phev-2021-021243106.html
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 +
 +==== 2026 Niro ====
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 +== This $27,000 hybrid SUV gets 53 MPG without ever needing a plug ==
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 +Tyler Dupont - Jul 30, 2026, 11:15 AM EDT
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 +Affordable hybrid SUVs are becoming increasingly popular, but most buyers still expect to pay a premium for one that delivers exceptional fuel economy. However, there is one small crossover that breaks that assumption, offering incredible efficiency without requiring a plug or a luxury-sized budget.
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 +Starting below $30,000, this overlooked hybrid SUV delivers better fuel economy than many of its more established rivals while packing in a surprising amount of standard features. It proves that you don't have to spend big to get a practical, efficient, and well-equipped family crossover.
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 +https://www.howtogeek.com/27000-hybrid-suv-doesnt-need-plug-to-get-50-mpg/
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 +==== EV6 ====
  
 == Kia’s new EV6 electric crossover goes straight to the head of the pack == == Kia’s new EV6 electric crossover goes straight to the head of the pack ==
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 https://www.engadget.com/kia-ev6-free-charging-electrify-america-173016135.html https://www.engadget.com/kia-ev6-free-charging-electrify-america-173016135.html
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 https://gizmodo.com/toyota-will-introduce-its-first-all-electric-vehicles-i-1846244615 https://gizmodo.com/toyota-will-introduce-its-first-all-electric-vehicles-i-1846244615
  
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 +
 +==== Crown Signia ====
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 +== Skip entry-level luxury SUVs—this Toyota makes more sense ==
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 +Adam Gray - May 6, 2026, 5:31 PM EDT
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 +The Toyota Crown Signia lands in a pretty interesting spot that a lot of entry-level luxury SUVs struggle to hit. It’s comfortable, well-built, and loaded with tech in a way that feels more premium than you’d expect at this price.
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 +It’s the kind of SUV that could easily wear a Lexus badge and no one would really question it. At the same time, it still brings all the usual Toyota strengths—strong reliability, lower running costs, and efficient hybrid power.
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 +Toyota’s done this kind of thing before, especially with models like the Land Cruiser that felt more luxury than mainstream despite the badge. For buyers who care more about how a car feels to live with than what’s on the grille, the Crown Signia ends up being less of a compromise and more of a smarter call.
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 +https://www.howtogeek.com/toyota-crown-signia-luxury-alternative/
  
  
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