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One Race against an Audi RS 3 Baby.. It's a Smaller FAST Sedan. Race Ready Sedan ! * Please Hit Rumble !! & Subscribe !! More Reviews and Drag Races to Come w/BMW's, Lincoln MKS HO & Others !

I'm Going against a 2015 Mustang GT 5.0. Mods Listed in the Video. My Stinger is Stock, except for Swap out K & N filters in the OEM boxes Running on 91... and I didn't eat any breakfast yet to keep the weight down !! Ha.. Please Hit Like, or Rumble & Subscribe ! !

I'm Going against an Older Corvette. Don't know anything about it or if any mods.... Likely Stock. My Stinger is Stock, except for Swap out K & N filters in the OEM boxes Running on 91... and I didn't eat any breakfast yet to keep the weight down !! Ha.. Please Hit Rumble or Like & Subscribe ! !

Walk Around, and Features & Specs, and Pricing Review. It's from the 2020 Auto Show, which I forgot to post last year. Pretty Cool Convertible Roadster ! * Please Hit Like & Subscribe ! I also have some drag racing coming out soon.

I was invited by my Friend Sam from Sam CarLegion Youtuber to come out and have some fun Drag Racing a Few Cars. Here I Compare to the Dodge Charger and Challenger. My Stinger is Stock except for K & N Filters swapped out in the OEM boxes. ** You Can View the full Race w/Challenger here (When He Uploads it) : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCk0... Please Hit Rumble / Like and Subscribe !! There will be more full Drag Races to Come !

So here the Professional track driver that Motor Trend has on their show all the time, drove the Kia Stinger on the Leguna Seca Track during a 12 drivers car big comparison... And this is what he had to say at the end. Note, he mentions he's now putting it up a few notches on his list. I believe he's referring to liking it a bit more than a few other cars he first put ahead of this. I assume he did a few more laps and was just taken by how well it did, for it's design, and being more of a grand touring sedan and not specifically a track designed car. More videos to come and with drag races. Please Hit Rumble, Like, & Subscribe !!

Wow !! How Fast a Stock SUV can Be !!!! It's Fast Stock for sure, but I don't know if this one had anything done to it, to go that fast ? I Had fun Racing this Jeep Trackhawk !! Check it out. My Stinger is stock, except for K & N Filters swapped in the oem air boxes. Please Hit Like / Rumble & Subscribe !! More Races and Car reviews to come.

In This Short Part of my longer Drag Video, I am going Against the Subi STI. Must Be Tuned to Pull those numbers. My Stinger is Stock except for K & N filters in my OEM boxes. Please Hit Like /Rumble & Subscribe !! More to Come !

These Races against the Fox Body Stang were closer and a Good Ones !! I do not know what mods, if any it may have had. Next day out, I'll stop to talk to more of the guys and have more info to compere with. My Mods, None really, except my K & N Filters in the OEM Boxes. Running on 91 Octane, as Recommend. Please hit Like & Subscribe !! More to Come !

O.k. So in this One I'm Running Against a 2008 Corvette C6 (I believe). I'm Pretty Sure it's Got Mods !! Check it Out !! You'll Be Surprised of How Well a Stock Kia Stinger Runs the 1/4 mile in. (Except for my K & N filter swap installs, Not the big ones). Please Click Like and Subscribe ! More Videos Coming !

In This Short Version of my longer Video with more races, I have the BMW 135i and Some Mercedes, maybe an E class. No markings, so don't know what it was. I believe the mini bimmer was stock. My Stinger is Stock, except for K & N filter swaps in the OEM boxes. Please Hit Like/Rumble & Subscribe ! More videos to come !

Here's a Shorter Version of my Drag Strip day. This part is ..... * Against a Dodge Challenger. I do no know anything about it's Specific Model and Engine & if Any Work done to it. But It Sounds Scary-Spooky ! Please Hit Like/Rumble & Subscribe !! More Videos to Come !!

Here's 3 Runs I did against an Audi S3. I don't know what year it is. Driver said it was tuned, but not sure to what level. I believe maybe stage 2 ? Considering you can hear the exhaust notes ? ? My Stinger is Stock, except for I swapped out the OEM Filters for K & N Filters in the stock Air boxes. Lots of Fun Always !! Thanks S3 Guy ! Please hit Like/Rumble and Subscribe ! More Races to come and car reviews.

My First time out to a drag strip. Tons of Fun !! Raced various cars, but mostly really fast stuff, tuned, suped up, etc.. Not too many like I was hoping, like more mustangs, scat paks, camero's, bmw, audi's (referring to stock one).. that would have been more fair to compare my Stinger too.. But the Strip was slow today and not many people there (due to just opening up from lockdowns and not many likely knew it was open and restricted numbers. I look forward to going again and having more direct comp. to run against. Mayb be going to Shannonville this Fiday and if do, will make more runs and 2nd Video. Stay Tuned ! Like & Subscribe !!

From the Auto Show Last Year... forgot to load it right after.. Brief Looksie for those not really familiar with it yet. I do mentions, power, speeds & Pricing and bit more. Again, Brief Look.

Just Enjoying a 180 Degree Curve off ramp at about 84 Kph (approx. 52mph), Coming of a 100 kph (63mph Hwy.).... Weeeee.... :-) :-) .. No Tires Squeeling w/my Winters Sport Tires (Nexen Wiinguard Sport 2)... Can't wait to try it with my Factory Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires. :-) in the Summer. UPDATE: W/my Factory Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires, I managed this Curve with a Low to Mid 90's Kph (mid to high 50's Mph) at top end Before Braking ! ! That's Dang Good Grip Baby ! ! ! Could I do it a bit faster ? I haven't tried yet. P.S., The Main photo is a Generic Photo of a Stinger on a track.

Check Out the Walk-Around and Interior Features Review of the Seltos Here: https://rumble.com/vi09v9-2021-kia-seltos-walkaround-features-and-specs.html Click Show More below, to see my full comments ** Thanks Again to Kia Motors Clarington ** So, Pros and Cons: Pros: - Well, I've said so much in the video, but to sum up - Handles pretty good for it's category - Comfy ride - Quiet Cabin in regards to wind noise - Bigger inside than it looks - Decent Head/Leg/Hip room - Quality interior for it's class - Comfy Seats - Well laid out console, dash, w/usual use buttons easy to reach - Infotainment system is to Navigate - Has good working lane keep assist and forward braking assist systems ! Cons: - Road noise is a bit higher than it should be. - Oddly, Says it's not recommended for trailer towing ?? What ? - No Memory seats. Always nice to offer that in some upper trim More Links for Good to Know Info: IIHS: https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/... NHTSA: https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2021/KI...

As Promised, a More Detailed Review of the Murano. This is a bit on the long side, but I do Cover Lots of Stuff Folks. ,,I Hope, if You're Really Interested in this One, You''ll Grab a Coffee/Tea & Stay Tuned in. * Please Comment Below if You Like this Vehicle ? will put on your list to go test drive ? What you don't like about it ? * CORRECTION: To Clarify, the 2019 Murano Does have the Forward Collision Warning & Braking Standard, but the added "Pedestrian Detection feature that is not Avail. Until the Platinum Trim. And this added feature is now std. in the SV Trim for 2020. * Pricing Info Further Down. * Here's My General Feedback, followed by My "Pros & Cons" * Overall, I do actually like this SUV Very Much. It's has a great balance of all the categories. Most folks just want a decent vehicle in general and don't care about the best sporty drive like a Porsche Cayenne. A good all around quality vehicle. ** On My Short List for Sure !** Pros: - Forward Collision Warning/Braking is Std. - V6 Power (some have more) but here it's more than enough. - Fuel Economy w/this power is very decent in it's class. - Ride Comfort is Top Notch ! Period ! - Seating comfort Front/Back is Top Notch ! - Techy Infotainment System & the LCD Screen in the Dash are very Intuitive and Lots of info/options they can do and you can set up preferences. Easy to navigate to widgets and find POI, is better than other vehicles. - Cabin has Luxury touches and finishes (Platinum trim even better) - Cabin Noise is on the Low side (Good Side). - Memory Seats/Mirrors (and w/power steering wheel, in Platinum trim) - Back to power, Low & Hwy ranges are good, - AWD system automatically powering all 4's on acceleration from a stop/cornering is good for traction. - Seat height from the ground is good for sliding right in. - NO auto engine stop/start thing (I think it's a pro, cause I don't like it). - LOTS of Normal Hard use buttons for Everyday used features !! - It has the Remote Start w/climate system setting the hot/cold air setting according to the weather conditions. SoSo: - Handling.. It's adequate, and not a con cause it's decent and it's subjective to what people prefer. but bit better would be nice for Emergency maneuvers are better, with better handling (usually) - 4 way power on passenger side, would be better if was 6 way (up/down added). - Ground Clearance, personally, I just believe all SUV should have min. 7" or more. this one has 6.9".. so, if never going down trails or that, and are just road driver, it's not an issue at all, why it makes the slide into your seat, a good height. - Adaptive cruise would of been nice to at least be in SL Trim. Cons: - Doesn't have the locking center diff anymore. I believe it had it in previous years. It's great for deeper snow/going up steep hills in winter.. but many don't have that anymore... Not really a Big Con, but since it used to have it, why take away a good thing. they have it in the Rogue, I believe. - Cargo space is bit less than some of it's competitors (but adequate) - Lane departure warning and prevention system is on the weak side from it's competitors (if you care about using that feature). - Headlights are not as bright as they could be/compared to others. - I don't like when they have 2 interior colours, but they choose which matches the exterior, instead of having both, so consumer chooses.. not really a con against the vehicle, but Nissan (other brands do the same). * If want a great comfy ride for a LONG Road trip, this is Great ! *Pricing*Approx. S Trim - FWD - $ 33K SV Trim-AWD - $ 40K SL Trim-AWD - $ 43K Platimum AWD - $ 46K More Good To Know Info, for Your Reference: https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/... https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2019/NI... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-QWj... Consumer Reports, if you have prescription. https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/... Thanks Again to Clarington Nissan (Ontario, Canada)

I touch on Many areas, so please watch all. Tons to know. * Correction, it seems the SX Trim's Rear Seats Backrests Have a 2nd Bit Lowered Position ** Thanks Again to Kia Motors Clarington **. PRICES - Canadian $ $ LX FWD - $23,095.00 LX AWD - $25.095.00 EX AWD - $27,695.00 EX Premium - $30,695.00 SX Turbo - $32,695.00 https://www.kia.ca/vehicles/seltos202... ** Overall, I believe it's a very well laid out design with a great balance of size, comfort seats, comfort ride, many features std., good placement of all the every day use buttons, practical use of space. Bigger inside than it looks from the outside. Kia, always good value for the $$. Few Con Points: No Memory Seats - I'd like to see memory seats as an option in upper trims of all models Express Up Window - Should have this at least for the front passenger side No Cargo Cover on Lower Trims - It's odd to not have this basic thing, even in lower trims Really can't think of many cons in this model. - More Links from IIHS Crash Test & Info. IIHS: https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/... NHTSA: https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2021/KI...

*Thanks to Durham Kia, in Oshawa, Ontario !! Check them out !!* *O.k. Pricing & Fuel Economy Info: Base LX 2wd - $26K- 17" Rims, Heated Cloth Seats, 8" info screen LX AWD - $28k - Only Adds AWD, which is worse on fuel EX AWD - $31.7k - 18" Rims, LED Daytime Lamps, Pano Sunroof, Pwr Frnt Seats, Heated Strng Whl & Lane Keep Assist/Fowrd Braking Avoidance EX Premioum AWD - $34.7K - Blindspot & Rear Cross Traffic Alerts, Leathr Seats, Pwr Liftgate, Pwr Flding Side Mrrs EX Tech AWD - $38K - LED Headlamps, Heated Rear/Coold Frnt seats, Navigation SX AWD - $40K - 2.0L Turbo Engine, 19" Rims, Advncd Frwd Cllsn system, Frnt/Rr Parkn sensors, LED Foglghts, Spare tire, Dual Exhaust Fuel Economy Ratings are for 2019 2.4L & 2.0LTurbo (is only in the SX trim) 2WD - City- 10.3L/100kms (23mpg) Hwy. 7.8L/100kms (30mpg) AWD - City- 11.3L/100kms (21mpg) Hwy. 9.5L/100kms (25mpg) SX - City- 11.9L/100kms (20mpg) Hwy. 10.2L/100kms (23mpg) * Not very Good Numbers at all. 2020's are suppose to be a tad better. My General Overview Opinion, Pros & Cons I Like it Overall. It's a nice comfort riding small SUV, with good handling, Decent Power, some Nice features thru-out. Lane Keep assist system works well and better than other brand/models. Not Sure it wins my heart to be the one I buy, cause I have my personal preference. It's worth a look and test drive, if you're in the Market for this Category ! * It's good Value for the Price ! Pros: - It's a nice & sporty handling & comfy ride. Thumbs Up ! - Comfy Seats & nice cabin soft touch ares/design. - Both Engines are Adequate or better for power - Cabin area is more than Adequate for Space & Comfort. Thumbs Up - Cabin Noise is not too bad. On Average side. - AWD system is Strong and having a locking center Diff is Great !! Thumbs Up. Many brands/models don't offer this and it is a very good awd feature !! - Infotainment system is relatively easy to navigate & lots of real hard touch buttons for various features, is a bonus, IMHO., cause too many screen touch is prone to screen freezing and software issues. So its better for some important features to be hard touch. Thumbs Up ! - Good Crash test results (but not 5 star in all categories) - Pano sunroof is cool - Voice Commands for Navigation is good (couldn't test it, but since same tech as Hyundai has, which I did test, it should be good). - Lane Keep assist and forward Collision test are good. Thumbs Up. - Great Leg and Headroom Front and Back. Thumbs Up. Cons: - Forward collision systems only avail. from EX trim and up. Be nice to be Std. - Fuel Economy is so-so for its class likely due to it being heavier than others in it's class. Partial Thumbs Down ! - Turbo lag a bit more than others it competes with. - Lesser power in mid to upper rpm range, but very Adequate - No memory seats option on any trim level. Thumbs Down ! If you care about that (My wife and I care about that). - Lower Cargo size compared to others in it's class, But it's Plus to have spare room under it's floor for having some Emergency Items stored down there. - Headlamps/Highbeam Distance/Visibility is lower than most in it's class on all trims, even the LED in upper trims. Thumbs Down. - Door handle/armrest has hard plastic right where your elbow would rest when driving holding steering wheel at 7pm spot. - No Aux. input, only usb for media - No 12 volt in cargo area - only 6.4-6.8" Ground clearance, depending on model. That's low for a CUV w/locking center diff. Good enough for everyday all year round conditions, but loses it's off road worthiness a bit due to this, for those who want for adventuring more than just a trail to the cottage. Please see these links for more on it's Crash test & Recall/Complaints https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2019/KI... and https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/...

Overall, I really did like this SUV. It's comfy, Fast, reasonable-good on fuel, for it's Power !!..and one of the best Infotainment systems ! Lots of bells and whistle.. Pricing: From $28.6K range for base up to $44.7K Top Trim. And still lots of features and accessory options available. Fuel Economy: Pretty Decent Fuel Economy for it's Power ! City: 10.9L/100kms (21.5mpg) Hwy.: 8.3L/100kms (28 mpg) Comb. 9.2L/100kms (25.5mpg) That's much better than the Sportage, Wee bit better than CX-5, But less than CR-V or RAV4 (which are also much less power) * Now, the 2020's have the Techy Safety features STD on all levels. * I don't like the engine off/on thing, but it has a bypass (just by chance), so that helps. See the bypass method in this video. Note: Some corrections and further details on the vehicle. - Driving in L mode, by-passes the Engine off/on thing at stops.. Cool. - 252Hp @5500rpm & 260 lb./f torque from 2500-4500 rpm (bit late in the rpm range) - 10 position seating, not 8 (if count the seating tilt angle) -- Rear Cross traffic alert does not have the added brake assist (Subaru's do) - has teen driver app, for recording your teens driving habits & can preset a few things to assist them.. - 6 speed auto tranny in lower the 1.5L engine trims, 9 speed only with the 2.0L Turbo * 2.0L premier has trailer hitch only * 17” Wheels on 1.5L LT’s * 18” Wheels on 1.5L Premier & 19” Wheels on 2.0L ** 2L turbo can tow up to 3,500lbs ! - Tire pressure sensor & reading in all trims from the info centre screen * Fuel Cap doesn't lock & can be opened by anyone. Hmm ? * certain added features like power lift gate, larger infotainment screen, navigation, LED lights, memory seats, etc.. are only as added features or on higher trim, even then, as added package. * 4G LTE Capable * - Head Clearance – more than my whole hand w/No sunroof, Good for it's class. Not so much w/sunroof, as most. - Does Not get IIHS Top Saferty Pick. It's not Bad, but other vehicles have higher score - NHTSA Gives it 5 Star Safety Rating. - Headlamps only receive a moderate score for brightness/visibility score. See IIHS link below. Note: Headlamps do not turn/curve with car. Extra Videos for your reference: IIHS Crash/Braking/Lighting tests: https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/... NHTSA Report, also shows customer complaints and remedies by GM https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2019/CH... Other Related videos https://www.chevrolet.ca/en/suvs/equi... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8bXKn... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfcP7... Engine Off/On feature, bypass found, as I mentioned in the video, Using L-9 Mode https://hiride.com/chevy-equinox-disa... ** Please Like & Subscribe, and Grow w/ Me **

* Please Comment Below with your thoughts on the SUV * Over all, I really did like this SUV. It's comfy, Fast, reasonable-good on fuel, for it's Power !!..and one of the best Infotainment systems ! Lots of bells and whistle.. * Now, the 2020's have the Techy Safety features STD on all levels. * I don't like the engine off/on thing, but it has a bypass (just by chance), so that helps. See the bypass method in this video. Note: Some corrections and further details on the vehicle. - Driving in L mode, by-passes the Engine off/on thing at stops.. Cool. - 252Hp @5500rpm & 260 lb./f torque from 2500-4500 rpm (bit late in the rpm range) - further testing, I got under 4sec. for 50-70mph test, consistently, when I start from 40mph, to get the turbo going & moving & timed the 50-70 that way.. & 4.5 sec. if just hit it from 50 & timed it to 70mph.. That’s pretty Fast! - 10 position seating, not 8 (if count the seating tilt angle) - 15.1 Sec. for ¼, not 15.5 sec. Correction... That's Fast ! - Ford Escape is competing model, not Edge (if I said that) -- Rear Cross traffic alert does not have the added brake assist (Subaru's do) - has teen driver app, for recording your teens driving habits & can preset a few things to assist them.. - 6 speed auto tranny in lower the 1.5L engine trims, 9 speed only with the 2.0L Turbo * 2.0L premier has trailer hitch only * 17” Wheels on 1.5L LT’s * 18” Wheels on 1.5L Premier & 19” Wheels on 2.0L ** 2L turbo can tow up to 3,500lbs ! - Tire pressure sensor & reading in all trims from the info centre screen * Fuel Cap doesn't lock & can be opened by anyone. Hmm ? * certain added features like power lift gate, larger infotainment screen, navigation, LED lights, memory seats, etc.. are only as added features or on higher trim, even then, as added package. * 4G LTE Capable * - Head Clearance – more than my whole hand w/No sunroof, Super good for it's class - Does Not get IIHS Top Saferty Pick. It's not Bad, but other vehicles have higher score - Headlamps only receive a moderate score for brightness/visibility score. See IIHS link below. Note: Headlamps do not turn with car Extra Videos for your reference: IIHS Crash/Braking/Lighting tests: https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/... NHTSA Report, also shows customer complaints (A lot) and remedies by GM https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2019/CH... Other Related videos https://www.chevrolet.ca/en/suvs/equi... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8bXKn... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfcP7... Engine Off/On feature, bypass found, as I mentioned in the video, Using L-9 Mode https://hiride.com/chevy-equinox-disa... ** Please Like & Subscribe, and Grow w/ Me **

Here we have a Pretty Cool Little CUV. Overall, I find it to be a Good Quality fit and Finish, Spacious, Comfy and Spunky Daily Driver. Too Bad No Turbo option in Canada.. What the Heck Man ?! It's Reg. 2.0L Engine is Adequate and it drives very nice, smooth, comfy... Look out for my Road Review coming out soon. Watch my Test Drive Review of the Soul, here: * Note, there is a Electric/Hybrid Version as well, which comes in two trim levels. Priced at $43K and $52K (Canadian). Here's the link to Kia Canada and IIHS and NHTSA Safety & Other info related to any Recalls and Issues for this Vehicle. Top Safety Pick by IIHS https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/... 4 Star Safety Rating from NHTSA & Other https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2020/KI...

An Overview: but first, Thanks Again to Durham Kia for the use of the Soul !! So, Here we have a Pretty Cool Little CUV. Overall, I find it to be a Good Quality fit and Finish, Spacious, Comfy Spunky Daily Driver with soft ride, while holding o.k. handling abilities Turbo must be more fun for U.S.A. customers. Too Bad No Turbo option in Canada.. What the Heck Kia Man ?! It's Reg. 2.0L Engine is Adequate and it drives very nice, smooth, comfy... Spacious Cabin for it's Class ! Tons of Features as you go up in Trim levels! Good Fit and Finishes. Has all the techy stuff you'd want and then some. Very Versatile design and layout. Any Negatives Stavros ? - Fuel Economy is o.k. but few competitors have better - No Turbo option in Canada - Turbo has better hwy mileage with is a good thing for the turbo lovers, but a Negative for Canadians, as no Turbo model here. - No AWD options. Not that all competitors do, but would be nice since it's becoming more and more a thing. ** You can view the Walk Around and Features Review, Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d76vgErPDI0&ab_channel=RPMAutoReviews * Note, there is a Electric/Hybrid Version as well, which comes in two trim levels. Priced at $43K and $52K (Canadian). Top Safety Pick by IIHS https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/kia/soul-4-door-wagon/2020 4 Star Safety Rating from NHTSA & Other https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2020/KIA/SOUL/SUV/FWD

Overview: It's a Good Balance of Size, Comfort, Features you Get for the Money. Great Value ! Not just in leather or this or that, but G-Vectoring and in it's engineering. I like that it has a Reg. 6-speed Transmission. No cvt here ! Bonus. Power, 2.5L Engine in U.S.A., is peppy and a bit faster than some of it's Competitors. Interior, generally is Nice and bit on the Lux side for it's Class. Thumbs Up. Though, I believe it's a better Value, Bang for the Buck, in U.S.A. Pricing, than in Canada. I think It's a bit steep in price for Canadian Prices. Safety: Techy Features: - Main ones are standard, but the extra like---- Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) with Stop & Go Function Smart Brake Support Front (SBS-F) Pedestrian Detection (forward sensing) Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) ..... Are Only Come w/GT Trim..... Which is O.k. ** From CX-5 Road Test Review, I found Lane keep assist doesn't work as well as other Brands systems. This may have been improved for 2021 ? don't know yet. * Still a Great Choice for it's Category Size/Class. Go Check it Out !! As Usual, Here's more info on it for your Homework: Consumer Reports Gives it a 5/5 on Predicted Reliability Score ! IIHS Testing Results https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/... NHTSA Test Results & Info https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2021/MA...