Kia EV9 remote smart parking assist system recalled
Kia is recalling 14,000 EV9 SUVs because the remote parking feature could cause a collision. September 26, 2024 — A problem with Kia’s EV9 Remote Intelligent Parking Assist, which may miscalculate parking distances when using the Remote Intelligent Parking Assist feature, has resulted in the recall of nearly 14,000 SUVs. The recalled 2024 Kia EV9 SUV may have software errors that can be fixed by dealers updating the integrated electronic braking software. The 2024 Kia EV9 Remote Intelligent Parking Assist feature allows the driver to move the vehicle through remote control. But in order to work properly, the system should calculate the stopping distance correctly. Kia learned of the issue with the Remote Smart Park Assist feature when a 2024 EV9 in South Korea collided with a parked car going less than 2 mph. Engineers conducted tests and found that insufficient brake pressure resulted in longer stopping distances when using Remote Intelligent Park Assist. Kia is not aware of any…
Mazda’s $10 remote start subscription sparks backlash
Right-to-repair advocates argue car owners should have full ownership of technology embedded in their vehicles September 28, 2024 14:40 Mazda now charges $10 or more per month for connected services like remote start. The services were previously free, but customers are warned they will eventually incur fees. One person developed an open source workaround, but Mazda successfully removed it. Mazda recently surprised customers by requiring them to sign up for a subscription to retain certain services. Now, renowned right-to-repair advocate Louis Rossmann is promoting the brand. He pointed to some of Mazda's actions as reasons for his anger at them. However, it turns out customers may still have a workaround. Previously, the Japanese automaker offered connected services, including remote start and other features, without a subscription. At the time, the company told customers that the services would eventually transition to a paid model. More: Native Google Maps won't work on GM's new cars without $300 subscription To clarify, we're talking…
The Rezvani Tank Remote Control Tactical Vehicle is a wild
Now you can get a remote-controlled toy version of the car that's basically just a big toy September 24, 2024 17:12 Rezvani has just launched a remote-controlled version of its Tank SUV, which is based on the Jeep Wrangler. It comes with a working LED light, but that’s about it. Buyers will pay $450 plus tax and shipping, but will still need to bring their own batteries. Rezvani, a brand known for making ordinary cars and SUVs that look different, now has its own remote-controlled car. The new toy, a miniature version of its Jeep-based Tank SUV, will cost at least $450. It could cost more than $500 after taxes and shipping, and that doesn't include the seven batteries needed to play with it. The Tank is a truly unique car and one of Rezvani's first creations. From the outside, it's a Jeep Wrangler, but you'd hardly know that from its bulbous styling. The body has just about every angle…
Kia EV9 with Remote Parking Assist May Not Be Able to Park
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