The BMW CE 04 has always been an electric scooter unlike any other. For decades, almost all scooters looked merely utilitarian, but when launched in 2021, the CE 04 represented something radical as it looked more like a movie prop than a typical scooter. Now, it has been updated for 2025, and thankfully, the bold design has remained largely unchanged, but some upgrades have been made.

For starters, the CE 04 is now available in three grades: Basic, Avantgarde, and Exclusive. This first is sold exclusively in Lightwhite with a black-grey seat and a clear windshield, whereas the Avantgarde is painted in Gravity Blue metallic matte with Sao Paulo yellow contrasts. Adding to its bold looks are a yellow-tinted windshield, a black and grey seat with yellow and white accents, and a laser-engraved rear wheel.

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Then there’s the Exclusive. It is painted in Space Silver metallic and has a more elegant look, complete with a much larger windshield. The Exclusive also comes standard with heated grips and seats, as well as distinctive upholstery.

Mechanically, the 2025 CE 04 is identical to the original. That means it still sports an 8.9 kWh battery driving a single electric motor with 42 hp. A lower-powered version that tops out at 31 hp is also available. BMW says it can travel up to 130 km (81 miles) on a single charge and hit 50 km/h (32 mph) in 2.6 seconds, which is very respectable for a two-wheeler that’s not a sports bike.

Owners using a normal household socket will need to wait 4 hours and 20 minutes to charge the CE 04 fully. Those with access to a 6.9 kW charger can reduce the charging time to 1 hour and 40 minutes for a full charge or 45 minutes to get from 20 to 80 percent.

All CE 04 models can be optioned with BMW Motorrad’s automatic stability control and dynamic traction control systems. There are also three riding modes, ABS brakes, LED lights, and a 10.25-inch display.  

Sometimes automakers build cars not because they have to, but because they can, and because it’s fun. The Lexus LBX Morizo RR is one such model. The standard LBX is already a solid subcompact crossover, but Lexus decided to give it a serious performance twist by borrowing the 1.6-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine from the GR Yaris and GR Corolla.

The result is the Morizo RR, a small SUV that balances the punch and agility of Gazoo Racing’s performance ethos with the polish and composure expected from Lexus. Now, there’s an even more exclusive version of Lexus’ punchy rival to the Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 in the mix.

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Just launched in Japan, this new variant is called the LBX Morizo RR Original Edition. It sets itself apart from the standard Morizo RR with a distinctive Sonic Chrome paint finish, accented by vivid yellow highlights on the front fascia and brake calipers. The styling closely mirrors the concept version Lexus revealed last year and matches the personal car of Toyota chairman Akio Toyoda.

Extremely Limited Availability

According to a report from Creative311, Lexus will produce just 100 units of the Original Edition, all for the Japanese market. Buyers won’t be able to walk into a dealership and pick one up, as allocations will be determined via lottery.

No pricing details for this model have been announced, but it’ll inevitably carry a premium over the standard model. It does not benefit from any performance upgrades, although you could argue the ‘regular’ LBX Morizo RR is pretty fast as it is.

Powered by a 1.6-liter turbocharged three-cylinder, the Morizo RR pumps out 300 hp and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque, allowing it to hit 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 5.2 seconds. It is sold exclusively with all-wheel drive and can be optioned with either a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic, just like the GR Yaris and GR Corolla.

Unfortunately, Lexus will not sell the LBX Morizo RR in the United States. While American drivers can still opt for the GR Corolla, that’s a hot hatch rather than a crossover, and being a Toyota, its interior doesn’t quite match the upscale look and feel that Lexus brings to the table.

Driving on the Nurburgring is one of the most exciting things you can do in a car, but it can also be incredibly dangerous. Though exact numbers are unclear, some people are believed to die there each year, and the Porsche and BMW drivers whose jaw-dropping tangle this Sunday was captured on video were lucky not to add their names to that list.

Footage from inside the Porsche, from trackside cameras and phone video of the aftermath at the crash site, shows how the GT3 RS and BMW M2 Competition were completely destroyed in the accident during a Touristfahrten session where members of the public can turn up and pay to take their car, bike, van or bus around the 12.9-mil (20.8 km) track.

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The action starts inside the GT3 RS, which is hauling ass and rapidly approaching the slower-moving, British-registered BMW. The cars are on a narrow section of track and the BMW appears to move to the right as the Porsche closes in, suggesting he’s noticed the faster driver wants to pass.

The Porsche makes a move on a slight curve – we see the red and white curb to the 911’s left – but just as he begins to draw level, the BMW turns into it, effectively performing a cop-style PIT maneuver that sends the Porsche into the barriers to the right. The impact with the barrier slows the out-of-control car, which is then T-boned by the BMW, causing the 911 to exploded in a fireball and catapulting it down the track.

Smartphone video taken after both cars have come to rest shows one of the Porsche’s front suspension uprights, complete with brake disc and caliper, lying on the ground at least 30 m (98 ft) away, whose entire front end bodywork ahead of the front bulkhead has been cut clean off. The BMW is marginally less mangled, but it too has been absolutely annihilated.

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Internet opinion appears to be split on who was to blame. Some commenters say the BMW driver is clearly at fault because he cut into the Porsche’s path, others claim the 911 driver was far too aggressive and impatient, and should have waited for a safer place to pass.

There are no prizes for being fast on a tourist session, so though it can be frustrating to ease back on the right pedal when you come across a slower car, there’s nothing really lost in taking a beat. There’s such a mix of experience and abilities at the Ring that being cautious is the smart approach.

Both drivers are reported to have survived the incident, but their cars weren’t so lucky. Although the Nurburgring is technically a toll road, most insurance policies specifically void cover on it due to the risk, meaning the drivers might have to swallow the whole cost to replace their cars themselves. And that’s not the only bill they’re facing.

The company that operates the Nurburgring will also be sending them a large bill for the damage caused to the Armco barriers. Who do you think was at fault here? Drop a comment below and let us know.

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There are no shortcuts to walking into a Porsche dealership and leave with the keys to a new car; you simply have to pay up. Or at least how things are supposed to work, but as with every rule, there’s always at least one exception. Cue a 55-year-old man in Salt Lake City, Utah, who managed to find a way and purchased a six-figure Porsche while claiming to be someone else. Now, he is facing a slew of charges and is being actively pursued by police.

In August 2023, it’s alleged that Robert Wesley McCorkle bought an unspecified Porsche model worth $218,000 from a Salt Lake City dealership. At the time, he claimed to have been an attorney from California who had just flown in to purchase the car.

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Charges filed against the man allege that he presented fraudulent identification with the photo and personal information of the Californian attorney he was impersonating. He is also claimed to have forged the attorney’s signature on a purchase contract and presented a fraudulent cashier’s check for $100,000. McCorkle then left the dealership with the car, committing to finance the remaining balance.

Not His First Rodeo?

Of course, the fake check didn’t clear. As investigators looked into the case, Salt Lake City police discovered that McCorkle is also a suspect “in two similar incidents” in Nevada, suggesting this may not have been his first attempt.

Charged

Earlier this week, he was charged in 3rd District Court with theft by deception, communications fraud, and identity fraud, all of which are second-degree felonies. He was also hit with forgery, which is a third-degree felony, KSL reports. Police are now seeking an arrest warrant for him.

This isn’t the only recent case we’ve heard about someone walking away with the keys to a Porsche by using a fake check. In early June, police in Georgia reported that a 19-year-old had deposited five counterfeit checks totaling $545,770.97 into his Synovus Bank account before using some of the money to purchase a Porsche. So, there are ways to get your dream car even if you can’t afford it – but we would advise you to steer clear of them if you don’t want to spend time behind bars.

There’s no shortage of variety in the Porsche 911 lineup, but even among its many trims and special editions, there’s still room for one more. Thus, Porsche has introduced a new model tailored specifically for enthusiasts who are part of a very exclusive club.

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The 2026 911 Carrera T Club Coupe is a limited-run special edition, with just 70 units available exclusively to current members of the Porsche Club of America (PCA).

Created to mark the 70th anniversary of the world’s largest Porsche owners’ organization, this model is the third PCA-exclusive 911. It follows earlier editions from 2005, based on the 997-generation Carrera S, and a 2015 model built on the 991-generation GTS.

Lightweight, Manual, and Built for Enthusiasts

As its name suggest, the new Club Coupe is based on the Carrera T trim of the 992.2 generation that was introduced last year. That means it comes with a standard manual gearbox and a lightweight configuration, making it very enticing to purists.

A new exterior color called Sholar Blue Metallic gives the car a distinct identity. The paint pays tribute to Bill Sholar, who founded the PCA in 1955. Additional visual details, all handled by Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur, include red accents on the front bumper and engine cover, which also bears a special “70 year PCA” badge. Club Coupe lettering in Brilliant Silver decorates the doors.

Another highlight is a beautiful set of new alloy wheels measuring 20 inches at the front and 21 inches at the back. These are finished in Satin Black with contrasting accents in Brilliant Silver, giving a unique appearance to the 911.

Inside, owners are greeted by illuminated side sills featuring Porsche Club of America lettering. The PCA 70 year logo can be found on the door projectors and the center console lid, with a Club Coupe signature on the dashboard. Of course, the car retains the GT Sport steering wheel and walnut shifter of the standard 911 Carrera T.

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The cabin is dressed in black leather upholstery with Speed Blue and Guards Red stitching. However, those who chose an optional extended equipment package will stand out even more thanks to the tartan fabric inserts on the seats, as well as a bespoke owners manual and a special key. Finally, owners have access to a limited-edition timepiece by Porsche Design with a matching specification to the car.

Standard Performance with Carrera T Underpinnings

The Club Coupe doesn’t have any mechanical modifications over the Carrera T, which already came with a host of performance goodies. Those include the PASM Sport Suspension, which lowers the car by 10 mm compared to the standard 911, a mechanical limited-slip differential with Porsche Torque Vectoring, rear-axle steering, the Sport Exhaust system, the Sport Chrono Package, and upgraded brakes.

Under the rear decklid is the familiar twin-turbo flat-six producing 388 hp (393 PS) and 331 lb-ft (449 Nm) of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through the standard six-speed manual, with no automatic option available.

One unit will remain at the Porsche Museum and is not included in the production total. The 70 customer cars will be split between the United States and Canada. Production begins this fall and will run through spring 2026, with pricing details to be released closer to launch.

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No one likes squeaky brakes. In fact, they can be downright infuriating, especially if you can’t work out a way to silence them. For some, it’s a minor nuisance. For others, it’s the sound of something not quite right. And in the case of one 2024 Mazda CX-90 owner in the US, it was enough to take legal action.

The driver, frustrated by persistent squeaking from the brakes and what he describes as ineffective dealership repairs, has filed a lawsuit against Mazda.

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The plaintiff, Daniel Green, took delivery of a CX-90 in September 2024 and took it to a dealership after just 839 miles (1,350 km), complaining that the brakes were making a high-pitched squeak. According to the class action, a Mazda technician reproduced the sound and greased the brake pads in an attempt to solve the problem.

A Brief Fix That Didn’t Stick

The grease didn’t help, and after less than 300 miles, the CX-90 was back at the dealer. They proceeded to resurface the front and rear discs, while also greasing the brake pads once again. This seemed to silence the squeak, but only temporarily.

Green visited the dealer several other times to try to resolve the issue. During one visit, the technician sanded the brake pads with 80 grit sandpaper and applied a pad disc quiet solution to them, an elastomeric multi-polymer compound designed to eliminate squeaking pads. However, not even this worked.

Noisy And Dangerous, Too?

The lawsuit notes that in addition to the brakes squeaking, they can also start to judder. Consequently, the plaintiff has been “forced to adjust his speed and braking based solely on the vehicle’s dangerous braking performance.” Reference is also made to a service alert that Mazda USA issued in August 2024 related to “brake noise, judder, and dragging.”

This bulletin outlines procedures that dealership technicians can follow if a customer returns a vehicle with complaints about any of the specified braking issues. Several other models were included in this bulletin, including the Mazda3, Mazda6, CX-9, CX-30, CX-5, CX-50, CX-3, MX-5, and MX-30.

Last year, in Ohio there were 97 fatal crashes involving at least one teen driver. In 67 of them, investigations found a teen to be at fault for the accident. In an effort to improve safety, the state is changing a law surrounding driver’s license eligibility. In the past, anyone over 18 could opt out of driver’s education. Now, they’ll have to take it if they’re under 21.

As the law stood beforehand, anyone under 18 had to complete driver’s education before getting a license. That included 24 hours of classroom or online lessons, eight hours of real-world driving with an instructor, 50 hours of driving with a parent or guardian, including 10 hours at night, and the holding of a temporary license of at least six months.

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On the flip side, drivers over the age of 18 could simply pass a driving test to get their license. If they failed the test, they’d have to complete a four-hour course and get some training with an instructor. That vast difference in education appears to be showing up in crash data too: 58 percent of fatal accidents involving a teen in 2024 included a driver who was 18 to 19 years old.

Stricter Rules, Same Curriculum

To the state, it sees this as an opportunity to improve safety through training. Now, everyone under 21 will have to go through the same stringent education mentioned above. The new requirements go into effect immediately.

“We know that young people who go through driver’s training become safer drivers − safer for themselves and safer for everyone else on the road,” said Governor Mike DeWine, according to the Dispatch. “And that’s not just true for young people. It’s true for adults.”

Training Quality Still a Question

It’s worth noting that the new law, while clearly aimed at safety, doesn’t account for every scenario. For example, just 34 percent of the at-fault teens involved in a fatal accident didn’t have a record of driver’s education. That means that two-thirds did have driver’s ed. Another 13 percent didn’t have a license at all.

Despite that, the new law does nothing for improving training itself; it simply requires more drivers to get trained. No doubt, additional training is great, but the quality of that education also plays a great role in drivers learning how to avoid making mistakes that can, if things go very wrong, have a horrible outcome.

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New data showing how buyers paid for their new cars in recent months has shone a spotlight on just how financially stretched many Americans are. A record one in five buyers committed to making monthly payments of at least $1,000, and and an even greater number signed up for long seven-year loans.

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Buyers agreeing to five-figure payments accounted for 19.3 percent of the market, according to figures from Edmunds, that number up from 17.7 percent in Q1 2025 and 17.8 percent in Q2 of last year. The rise in monthly payments makes sense when you consider that the amount of money buyers are financing has also risen to record levels.

Loan Amounts Keep Climbing

The average amount financed on a new car reached $42,388 in Q2 2025, up from $41,473 in Q1 2025 and $40,873 in Q2 2024, in part because shoppers are putting down less cash to get the ball rolling. The average downpayment was $6,433 in Q2 2025, reduced from $6,511 in Q1 2025 and $6,579 in Q2 2024.

With car loan costs at an all-time high, it’s no surprise that more buyers than ever are taking out extra-long loans to make the price of a new vehicle look even vaguely affordable. A total of 22.4 percent of buyers put their signature to an 84-month loan in Q2, compared with 20.4% in Q1 2025 and 17.6% a year ago.

NEW-CAR FINANCE DATA

The only set of figures contained in the data set that has come down seems to be the number of zero percent finance deals. A minuscule 0.9 percent of new vehicle loans offered zero-rate finance in Q2, the lowest share Edmunds has seen since 2004. Q1’s share was also low at 1 percent, but go back to Q2 2024, when interest rates were already high, and 2.9 percent of deals were zero-rated.

The report cautions that while some buyers take on longer loan terms to reduce payments, those that are really stretched might be better off leasing. Though they won’t build up equity, the smaller monthly cost means less chance of ending up underwater.

Used Cars Remain an Alternative, With a Catch

Some buyers worried about new-car affordability in Q2 might have also switched their attention to used cars, which also come with lower payments. The report says that the average used car payment in Q2 was $559, versus $756 for a new car, but the shocking 10.9 percent APR, while admittedly down from 11.5 percent in Q2 2024, means you’re paying much more in finance costs than do new buyers (average APR 7.2 percent).

USED-CAR FINANCE DATA

The compact car market isn’t what it used to be, but that hasn’t stopped a few standout models from making a serious impression. Among them, the Kia K4 has emerged as a surprise hit. For the Korean brand, it’s a case study in how thoughtful design and smart packaging can still win over buyers in a segment many have written off.

This is a small sedan with big personality. It takes styling cues and design elements from Kia’s larger models, like the EV9 and Sorento, and scales them down into something much more grounded – literally.

It represents the smallest sedan on sale from Kia and is one of the smallest cars available from the brand’s range, which includes the Seltos and Soul. Despite its diminutive size, it’s a smash hit with 63,970 sales in America from January 1 through all of May. That’s approximately 423 sales per day. 

No doubt, some of that comes from its low sub-$24,000 starting price. Our test car, the GT-Line Turbo, is as nice as it gets and has an MSRP of $31,445 after destination and handling. That’s on par with most rivals and sits within a few percent of the top and bottom prices of most. 

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That said, this little sedan is outselling the EV9, Niro, Soul, and K5 combined. During the first quarter, it outsold the Mazda 3, Toyota Prius, and Toyota Camry, and is way ahead of all of Volkswagen’s passenger cars added up. In short, it’s proving that small sedans can be a big hit even when they’re not named Civic. 

Quick Facts

How is it that such a small, somewhat strangely styled sedan/hatchback can be so popular? It’s not as if the K4 name has a rich history, and thus a strong following, after all. To find out, we tested one for a full week. We shuttled groups of adults in it, settled in for long highway miles, and piloted it around cityscapes to figure out what it was all about. In the end, there’s no denying: this is one competent little car worthy of every sale it makes. 

Styling

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Let’s kick things off where most buyers meet the K4 first – its styling. We showed you the K4 before its official unveiling at the New York Auto Show and called it a design so strong that it made the outgoing Forte it replaced look weak. Dubbed ‘twist logic’ by Kia, the theme blends cues from different products and defies convention. 

The fenders are angular with hard creases. The lighting is sharp and up front and pays homage to the automaker’s ‘Tiger Nose’ grille treatment. The rear three-quarter view is dominated by a thick, aggressively vertical D-pillar and curt tail lights that mimic the front-end design. The rear overhang is gigantic, but this results in a benefit we’ll discuss later. 

Throughout the week of driving it, strangers and friends alike remarked about it. The design stands out. It feels futuristic, fresh, and engaging. Is it beautiful? No, but it does get noticed. Put shortly, this is a striking car that commands far more attention than its MSRP would have you believe. 

Power And Driving Impressions

Perhaps the only forgettable thing about the K4 is the way it drives. Our GT-Line Turbo trim sounds it should be fun, but in reality, it’s maybe the biggest miss of the modern Kia GT family. It makes 190 horsepower (141 kW) and 195 lb-ft (264 Nm) of torque from a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder and sends it to the front wheels only via an eight-speed automatic. 

That combination isn’t too far afield of the Honda Civic Si, but it doesn’t feel anywhere close to that. The K4 is just far more numb and lazy from the driver’s seat. The chassis itself is fine. It handles quite flat through corners, it’s easy to see out of, and in manual mode, the transmission is quick to follow prodding from the paddle shifters. 

Sadly, outside of that aggressive setting, the K4 feels a bit dopey. The gearbox is very slow to change down, the throttle isn’t particularly crisp or reactive, and the steering is generally numb.

On the other hand, it’s easy to drive and the suspension is comfortable and not overly stiff. It’ll get you anywhere you need to go, and it’s easy to place in a lane or in a tight parking lot, but the whole experience is rather mundane unless you’re intentionally pushing it hard. 

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While performance might not be the forte of the K4, fuel economy is a strong suit. Despite driving this little sedan with some gusto throughout the week, it achieved 29.2 mpg combined. That’s right in line with the EPA estimate of 29. Those who spend time on the highway more often can expect up to 33 mpg, while city-dwellers should achieve up to 26 mpg. 

Would Kia benefit from offering a hybrid version? Certainly, but it’s still working to build out the K4 ecosystem. It’ll probably happen down the line. 

Attention-Grabbing Interior

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This is where the K4 makes its biggest impression, which is saying a lot given its exterior styling. The cabin isn’t what we’d call luxurious or lavish, but it’s an example of placing emphasis where it matters most.

Greeting occupants is an angular design full of personality. The steering wheel is semi-squared off. The spokes within it look almost aeronautical in nature. In the midst of the center spoke is a drive mode selector like you’d find on a proper high-end sports car. Are these gigantic shifts in design language? No, but they add a bit of character. 

The center console and dash continue the same theme of being interesting rather than basic. Occupants get access to a complete set of physical buttons and switches to control the climate. We are so happy to see Kia move away from its dual-personality HVAC/Media touch controller here. 

On top of that, the dash design itself is clean and attractive with an angular crease on the passenger side that mimics the exterior design. Even the seats have a pseudo futuristic appearance with two-tone upholstery and what look almost like floating headrests. Build quality throughout is good despite the fact that it’s clear that some of the materials aren’t exactly top-notch. 

The infotainment system and gauge cluster are the same dual 12.3-inch display setup we’ve seen time and time again in Kia, Hyundai, and Genesis products. As is the case in those other cars, the system is easy to navigate and intuitive, and Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity is standard and reliable. 

We especially like the blind-spot camera displays that pop up in the gauge cluster when the turn signal is on. The sound system is crisp but, despite eight Harman/Kardon speakers, it’s not as full or well-rounded as we’d like. Standard features we appreciate include adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, and forward collision avoidance. 

The rear seats might be as big a story here as anything since they’re genuinely spacious. Three adults in the back might find shoulder and hip room a bit tight, but headroom and legroom are great. Carrying four adults in this car is a breeze over long distances. 

During our testing, we carried that many over 15-20 miles at a time without any complaints. Rear seat occupants get storage cubbies in each door and one small one between the front seats. Power ports and rear seat ventilation are also standard on the GT-Line. 

Finally, let’s talk about cargo space because the K4 is among the leaders here. The long overhang we mentioned earlier contributes in a large way. It helps the K4 offer 15 cubic feet of storage without sacrificing cabin space. 

In fact, it allows the Kia to match Honda’s Civic in terms of cargo volume while offering slightly more headroom and legroom in the back seat, too. In addition, the rear seats fold down to provide even more cargo flexibility. A real space-saver spare sits beneath the load deck. 

Competition

The biggest competition in this space is the Honda Civic. In terms of sales, it’s the far and away winner, hitting triple digits already this year. Frankly, it’ll be hard for any brand to kick Honda off the top rung here. The Civic is a household name, and Honda has used that reputation to the fullest. 

It certainly helps that i’s available with a humble 2.0-liter gas-only engine, a hybrid setup, or even in super-hot Type-R guise. Pricing is similar to the K4, and Honda offers both a sedan and a hatchback, giving buyers more options. Put simply, the Kia has a lot of work to do to meet and beat Honda at what is essentially its own game at this point. 

It’s also worth noting that the Toyota Corolla offers many of the same benefits one will get with the Civic. The Nissan Sentra is a sneaky entry here, too, and, through the first quarter, was outselling the K4. There’s reason for hope if you’re a Kia fan, though. As we already outlined at the outset, the K4 is selling incredibly well. Mazda, Volkswagen, and Subaru are far behind. 

Before disembarking, we need to highlight the warranty coverage. No question, Kia and Hyundai Motor Group have at times garnered criticism for their warranty practices. Nevertheless, a 10-year powertrain warranty on the powertrain means that buyers should have a high degree of confidence in the K4. 

On top of that, the entire car gets a five-year or 60,000-mile limited warranty. Nobody in this market, save for sister brand Hyundai, comes anywhere close to that. Some, like Honda, do offer complimentary maintenance, so that’s worth considering. That said, the value proposition available in the K4 is very hard to beat. 

Final Thoughts

The K4 has done its part in putting small sedans back on the map. It’s a comprehensive offering aimed squarely at modern drivers with the things they seem to value most. Over 400 buyers a day on average this year proves that point. Here’s to hoping that the K4 Wagon helps kick off a revival of that form, too, though with that bodystyle being much less desirable among customers, we don’t expect it to be such a big sales hit. 

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When was the last time you were involved in a fender bender? A few might be lucky enough to have never had an auto accident, and if you want things to stay that way you better give Boston, MA, a hard pass if you’re thinking of toad tripping or relocating to another part of the country. A new study named the city’s drivers the most likely to experience a smash.

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Bostonians drive on average for just 3.1 years between accidents, according to data from Allstate, compared with 14.2 years for the safest city and a 10.5-year national average. The northeast of the country in general looks like a real life Wreckfest based on the numbers, with Atlantic-facing cities occupying the top five spots.

Next-worst after Boston is Washington, DC, at 3.9 years, followed by Baltimore, MD, (4.2 years), Worcester, MA, (4.3 years) and Springfield, also MA (4.6 years).

LEAST SAFE CITIES FOR DRIVERS

But the West Coast keeps its bodyshops busy, too. Californian cities Glendale, Los Angeles and Oakland all figure among the worst 10, though Allstate says they’re marginally safer than they were in the equivalent 2025 study.

Which city’s driver’s achieved that incredible 14.2-year gap between bumps? They’re from Brownsville, TX, which beat out second-place Boise, ID, whose drivers last 13.9 years between prangs. Fort Collins, CO, ranks third safest with 13.4 years, Cary, NC, drivers last 12.9 years and those in Laredo, TX, achieved 12.8 years.

SAFEST CITIES FOR DRIVERS

The data comes from insurance claims filed during 2022-23, and is based only on accidents that resulted in property or car damage claims. So it doesn’t take account of minor accidents or how bad those accidents were, meaning it’s not a complete record of all true collisions.

It’s probably still safe to say that you’re more likely to biff your car in Boston than the average city, and if you value your clean insurance record you also might want to steer clear of vacationing Boston-plated cars when driving elsewhere in the US. You can check out Allstate’s full study of 200 US cities below.