Kia EV 9 Lemon! Can A Tesla Model Y Fill Its Shoes?

by Rob Hoffman | TTAC Creator

Published: October 14th, 2025

kia ev 9 lemon can a tesla model y fill its shoes

The Kia is gone as my new Tesla with Full Self Driving (FSD) tries to conquer the means streets of New York.

Mason Leverington, a fellow Tesla owner joins the conversation as we delve into the intricacies of FSD technology, exploring its neural network capabilities, comparisons with other driving assist technologies, and the user experience. The discussion highlights the evolution of FSD, its human-like driving behavior, and the importance of software updates in enhancing performance. We also address the accessibility of self-driving for average drivers and where the technology is headed next.

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The TTAC Creators Series tells stories and amplifies creators from all corners of the car world, including culture, dealerships, collections, modified builds and more.

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Stellantis Guy on Oct 14, 2025

Gripes: Route planning was subpar. Couldn't count on charging network in Northeast. 800V Kia architecture didn't play well with Tesla 400V Superchargers. Software didn't show Tesla chargers.
Actual Lemon issue: "Semi-known" issue with front-end vibration (see owner forums). 4-5 dealer visits, Better Business Bureau, 2 hearings, several inspections, vehicle returned for full refund.

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Slavuta on Oct 14, 2025

Lemon was hard to buy in ussr. We had radish. As they say in my home country - When Life gives you radish, sow discontent on internet to destabilize democracy of superior countries

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- Stellantis Guy on Oct 15, 2025
  
  MANAGEMENT'S PLAN IS WORKING USA IS CLOSE TO COLLAPSE NO WAIT THAT IS CALIFORNIA 😉
  
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