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Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Sport Mode Long Distance Test: Inconclusive But Interesting

Yesterday I drove a little over 200 miles in my Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) with 4 adults plus our stuff for a weekend wine trip getaway and in doing so tried to prove more definitively whether using the vehicle’s Sport Mode could result in a more fuel efficient drive. My results were inconclusive.
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Can You Really Restore a Dead Car Battery with a Welder?

Is restoring a dead car battery with a welder an urban myth, or can it really be done? Find the answer to this question from the guy who tests tools and repairs with a focus on determining their truthiness with a little garage science.
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The IIHS, CR Say Subaru Has 4 Used Models Under $20K Best For Teen Drivers

What cars are the best for teen drivers? The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and Consumer Reports says the Subaru Outback, Forester, Impreza, and Legacy are among the best used car picks. Also, check out the recommended new Subaru model choices for younger drivers.
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Ford, Tesla Pact Bolsters Number Of Fast-Chargers Available To Blue Oval EV Owners

Ford and Tesla have agreed to a pact allowing Blue Oval customers access to 12,000 Superchargers on the Tesla Supercharging network. Ford has welcomed the agreement as providing more security for its EV owners.
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Tesla Model Y Officially Becomes The Best-Selling Vehicle Worldwide Dethroning The Toyota Corolla

Tesla has been ramping up Model Y production across the globe. The all-electric crossover is now produced in 4 factories across 3 continents. And now, according to data from JATO, the Tesla Model Y has officially become the best-selling vehicle of any kind in Q1 2023.

Bad Toyota Mechanic’s Tip You Need to Follow Whenever Buying a Used Toyota

Looking to buy a used Toyota because you’ve heard of their reputation as dependable 300,000 miles (and more) machines? Think again and protect yourself with this advice from a mechanic who goes over a used Corolla his client paid three times over the vehicle’s true value.
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