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.
The Urban EV Podcast is about electric vehicle ownership in a city -- and how that can be daunting when you don't have access to a plug. We explore urban charging infrastructure along with the day-to-day experience and economics of public charging your vehicle in a big city.
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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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.
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