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2023 Kia EV9 coming soon

After Kia unveiled its most powerful vehicle ever produced (Kia EV6 GT) at the end of last year, several videos of the new electric SUV, KIA EV9, were released a few days ago. It is part of the long-term plan of switching to electric cars by the end of the decade, and this model should accelerate the transition.

The video shows a bold design with unusual light patterns created by the front and rear lights. Like the Kia EV6, the Kia EV9 is built on the current electric vehicle platform E-GMP (Electric Global Modular Platform). What the exterior and interior of the car will look like and what specs it will have remain unknown for now. We will have more information at the end of next month when the KIA EV9 will have its world premiere.

Kia EV6 GT is powered by a front and rear electric motor with a total power of 576 hp (424 kW) and 545 lb-ft (740 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a 1-speed automatic transmission. It reaches 60 mph in 3.2 seconds with a top speed of 161 mph (259 km/h). This means that it is not only a more powerful but also a faster car than the Stinger. It is mounted on a set of 21-inch wheels.

With powerful motors on both axles and a long-range, 77.4 kWh battery, located under the flat floor of the cabin, the EV6 GT offers a spacious interior in the elegant form of a coupé-inspired crossover. Its range on a single charge is up to 206 miles / 424 km (WLTP, combined), while its 800V charging technology allows it to charge the battery very quickly from 10 to 80 percent in just 18 minutes.

Source: KIA

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Honda Civic Type R with a better exhaust system

The Honda Civic Type R is an outstanding car with a powerful engine sound that will not leave indifferent even those who are fans of some other brands. Now a new exhaust system is coming from the British company Milltek, with which the new generation of the powerful Japanese sports car will sound even better.

The new Honda Civic Type R is powered by an improved 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo petrol engine with 320 hp (235 kW) and 310 lb-ft (420 Nm). Power is transmitted to the front axle, which will be assisted by a limited differential lock, via a 6-speed manual transmission. The company claims that the power of the car has been increased, but the number of horsepower has not been announced. It is also said that the back pressure has been reduced by 20 percent, which will improve its performance.

The company also offers Honda Civic Type R owners an exhaust system option for use only on closed tracks. Some of the interesting details of the high-quality stainless steel system, which contains seven elements and is intended for use on public roads, are the triple exhaust tips, which are now the same diameter and can be ordered in several shades.

This move attracted the unexpected attention of the owners of this powerful car, because 70 percent of the planned amount of exhaust systems was reserved.

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Honda Civic Type R with a better exhaust system

Source: Milltek

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Porsche 968 L’Art owned by Justin Bieber

Recently, we can often see different unique cars, especially models that are extremely popular, which have become part of the collection of rich collectors and those who strive to become one. One such car is the Porsche 968 L’Art, which became part of the collection of Canadian singer Justin Bieber.

This unique car is the result of a collaboration between a German company and the French fashion brand L’Art de L’Automobile. The car is finished in green with rim covers in the same color. The interior features Recaro seats, while the dashboard features a Tag Heuer stopwatch.

The singer showed the car with a post on his Instagram profile, and the Porsche 968 L’Art can be seen at the very end of the gallery. The photos were taken at Moncler London Fashion Week.

Porsche 968 L’Art is powered by a naturally aspirated 3.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 236 hp (176 kW) and 225 lb-ft (305 Nm) of torque. Most of these models came with this powertrain, given that Porsche didn’t announce any powertrain specs.

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Porsche 968 L'Art owned by Justin Bieber

Source: Justin Bieber via Instagram