The Kia Sportage stands out in the crowded compact SUV market with distinctive styling, but this bold approach is set to evolve. While its current design has garnered attention, it has also been polarizing. In response, Kia plans to refresh the Sportage for the 2026 model year, making its appearance more aligned with the company’s latest designs. The updated model will feature a more conventional look, which includes a larger, more upright grille and vertical daytime running lights. The front bumper will also be redesigned with a squared-off air intake for a sharper, more refined look. The 2026 Sportage will…
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Honda’s recent announcement of a new V-3 motorcycle engine is a significant development, particularly as manufacturers move away from investing in traditional internal combustion engines. The introduction of the first-ever V-3 engine with forced induction marks a bold step forward in motorcycle engineering. While specific details are scarce, the engine is being designed for large-displacement motorcycles, creating a lot of excitement among enthusiasts. The V-3 engine features a 75-degree V configuration, with two pistons on one side tilted forward and a third piston on the opposite side tilted rearward. This unique arrangement allows the engine to be compact and narrow,…
Despite the high stakes election, The New 2024 Presidential Election Sleep Report found Sleep Cycle users slept better than expected on election night GOTHENBURG, Sweden–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sleep Cycle, the leading sleep technology company, today released its 2024 Presidential Election Sleep Report, revealing surprising metrics on how the U.S. Election affected “ or seemingly did not affect “ America’s night of rest. Users adding Stressful day in their Sleep Notes increased by 18% compared to a regular Tuesday in October 2024, but this is a sharp decline from 54% of users reporting Stressful day on the 2020 Election, compared to a regular…
Volvo has made a change to its plans for launching the EX30 subcompact electric SUV in the United States. Initially scheduled to debut in the summer of 2024, the launch was delayed in June, with the new release set for 2025. However, Volvo has now decided to reverse that decision and plans to begin delivering the EX30 to U.S. customers by the end of this year. The company will prioritize fulfilling preorders, focusing on the most popular model, the EX30 Twin Motor Performance. The EX30 Twin Motor Performance, which starts at $46,195, is the first variant to be offered to…
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said Thursday that he will not step down if President-elect Donald Trump asks for his resignation.When asked whether he would resign if requested to by Trump, the Fed chair simply said: “No.” Powell subsequently told reporters that the president does not have the power to fire or demote him.”Not permitted under the law,” Powell told reporters at a news conference, after the Fed cut interest rates by a quarter percentage point. Investors will be closely watching the president-elect’s contentious relationship with the Fed chair. Trump appointed Powell in 2017, but repeatedly lashed out against the central…
Red Bull recently brought their 2011 championship-winning Formula 1 car, the RB7, to the Kyalami Circuit in South Africa for a demonstration run. This marked a symbolic event, as Formula 1 has not raced in South Africa for over 30 years, with the last South African Grand Prix held in 1993. The showcase of the RB7, flown in by helicopter, stirred enthusiasm for the potential return of F1 to the continent. David Coulthard, former F1 driver, highlighted the excitement by running demonstration laps at Kyalami, a track that previously hosted F1 races from 1967 to 1985 and briefly again in…
Mainers voted in support of bond questions that would boost funding for a statewide trail system and science research and development grants, and appear on track to approve a third one to restore historic buildings. The total worth of three bond initiatives is $65 million. The measures asked voters to approve $30 million to develop and maintain a statewide trail system and a $25 million investment in technological advancements in science, environment and manufacturing. With 94% of votes counted, the third measure appears on track to be approved with 51% of voters supporting it, according to The Associated Press. It…
With the election in the rear-view mirror and President-elect Donald Trump headed back to the White House, it could be a good time for income investors to revisit their portfolios. While any policies that could affect investments will take time to enact, the bond market has already responded to the coming change in leadership. The yield on the 10-year Treasury topped 4.4% on Wednesday, hitting its highest level since July during the session. On Thursday, yields were lower, with the 10-year Treasury at about 4.34%, down from nearly 4.43% as the Federal Reserve announced another quarter point rate cut. The…
LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Pershing Square Holdings, Ltd. (LN:PSH) (LN:PSHD) (NA:PSH) today announced that Pershing Square Capital Management L.P. will hold its third quarter investor conference call on 21 November 2024 at 16:00 GMT (11:00 EST). During the call, CEO Bill Ackman and the other members of the Pershing Square investment team will provide an update on the portfolio and address questions emailed in advance by investors to: ir@persq.com. An audio webcast of the conference call will be available on PSH’s website at www.pershingsquareholdings.com. Following the call, a replay of the event will be available by audio webcast until Thursday, 5 December 2024…
Lance Stroll’s off-track antics during the Brazilian Grand Prix sparked criticism, with former racing peer Jarno Opmeer and pundit Timo Glock questioning his place in Formula 1. Stroll, who drives for a team owned by his father, has often faced scrutiny as a “pay driver” despite his eight-year career and notable achievements, such as three podium finishes and a pole position. However, his performance during the Brazilian GP raised eyebrows when he went off-track on the formation lap, blaming his Aston Martin AMR24’s brakes for the incident. Stroll claimed that a sudden rear brake lock made him lose control, suggesting…