KILOWATT HALF HOUR EP 81: GOODWOOD FESTIVAL OF SPEED GOES ELECTRIC & WE BREAK SOME CARS

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This episode of Kilowatt Half Hour delves into the electrification of the Goodwood Festival of Speed, highlighting the increasing presence of Chinese brands in the UK market. The hosts discuss their recent driving experiences, including Tom's amusing anecdote about inadvertently disabling the power steering on a Mercedes CLA by attempting to adjust the wheels while the car was off, which was resolved by a 'hard reset' after walking 10 meters away. Nicola shares her positive impressions of the Mazda 6E, praising its comfortable interior and daily usability despite modest performance figures, while noting its pricing is yet to be confirmed. The Hyundai Ioniq 6N receives high praise for its performance and innovative drift mode utilizing regenerative braking. The Skoda Enyaq vRS is also lauded for its impressive handling and adaptable chassis control. The discussion touches on the exciting, albeit expensive, Renault 5 Turbo 3E and the new MG IM models, with anticipation for upcoming reviews. The episode also covers the Denza Z9 GT's ambitious features and a humorous technical glitch. Finally, a listener question about accommodating three tall teenagers in a car's rear seat prompts a recommendation for the Kia EV5 due to its exceptional rear space.