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Bloomberg
30-07-2025
- Automotive
- Bloomberg
Americans Aren't Ready to Let Go of Old Gas-Guzzling Engines
'That thing got a Hemi?' It's the year 2025, and the answer is still yes. By Save Thanks for reading Hyperdrive, Bloomberg's newsletter on the future of the auto world. In October 2002, yours truly was just under a year away from being able to drive mom's Dodge Caravan without a parent in the passenger seat.
Hamilton Spectator
25-07-2025
- Hamilton Spectator
Hamilton police chief arrests 11-year-old after stolen van crashes into porch
A high-speed police chase of two stolen vehicles in central Hamilton ended Friday with a woman in hospital, the front porch of a home in splinters and an 11-year-old boy in handcuffs — clapped on by Chief Frank Bergen, no less. The chaotic incident began around 1:30 p.m. when Hamilton police received reports of a young kid driving an orange minivan in the area of Sanford Avenue North and Cannon Street East , near a Tim Hortons. Spokesperson Jackie Penman said the licence plate on the van came back as stolen. As officers responded, cruiser-equipped plate readers identified another stolen car, a Mercedes, driving alongside the van. Penman said the vehicles took off at a high-rate of speed when officers began a pursuit, with the van heading west on King Street and the Mercedes south on Wentworth Street. Kyle Warren points to where a stolen van smashed into a porch Friday — just missing him and two others sitting outside. A female pedestrian was struck by one of them at Main and Wentworth streets , according to Penman. She remains in hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Penman said the Mercedes was later found abandoned in the east end. Police are actively looking for suspects. The orange van, meanwhile, continued to flee down King before it veered left onto Tisdale Street South, near the No Frills parking lot, and crashed into a front porch head-on. Kyle Warren wasn't given much warning. He was sitting on a lawn chair at his doorstep — his dad and a family friend just next to him — when he heard tires squealing from a distance. 'Then all of a sudden, this van,' Warren said, pointing to the mangled Dodge Caravan, 'was doing 120 (km/h) around the corner, smoked a curb and smashed into the porch.' 'If it wasn't for his dad grabbing me and taking me out of the way, I thought I was dead,' added Tina Andross, who was standing near Warren and his father on Tisdale Street South, next to the affected home. Kyle Warren speaks to media outside his home on Tisdale Street South, with a stolen van which crashed into a porch Friday, missing him and two others sitting outside, behind him. No one was injured in the collision besides the 11-year-old driver, who was arrested within minutes of the pursuit beginning. He was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, Penman said. Besides the impact of the crash, Warren said he was shocked by who arrested the driver responsible: the service's most senior member. It's not uncommon for Chief Bergen to make an appearance at the scene of serious incidents. On Friday, he was the first one there. 'The police chief came out of his (cruiser) and he was the one who put the kid in handcuffs,' Warren said. 'He came to speak with us after to make sure we were OK.' Penman said Bergen was out on patrol when the call came in. 'The chief is regularly out patrolling the city to make sure the city is safe,' she said. A stretch of Wentworth and Tisdale, between Main and King, was expected to be closed to traffic into Friday night. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
CBS News
23-07-2025
- CBS News
At least 1 killed in southern Minnesota crash, patrol says
Authorities are investigating a fatal crash that occurred in southern Minnesota Tuesday afternoon. The Minnesota State Patrol did not say how many were killed or hurt in the crash in Cottonwood Township, but categorized it as fatal. A Dodge Caravan was stopped on Highway 15 near 170th Street due to road construction when a driver in a Nissan Altima collided with it, the patrol said. There were two people in the Caravan: the 75-year-old woman who was driving and an 83-year-old man, both from Madelia, Minnesota. The Altima had three occupants, all from Sioux Falls, South Dakota: an 18-year-old woman behind the wheel and two 10-year-old passengers. The patrol was expected to release more information on Wednesday.
Tom's Guide
13-07-2025
- Automotive
- Tom's Guide
I drove the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid for a week — here's my pros and cons
The design of the minivan has remained constant for as long as I can remember. One that sticks out from my childhood was the woodgrain trim accented Dodge Caravan throughout the 90s. Yup, Minivans have this reputation of looking uncool, but the Kia Carnival changes my perception. While most minivans stick to the same boxy-esque designs we've all come to expect, the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige I drove for a week looks more SUV than minivan — and that's a good thing. Aside from the design, it's also packed with premium features that make your passengers feel like they're living it up in first class. Best of all, you'll be floored by the fuel economy I got out of this minivan, which makes it a long distance marathon champ that eliminates range anxiety. All of this proves to me it's a a best electric car contender, given the amount of utility it offers and its price. 2025 Kia Carnival LXS 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige Engine 1.6 liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder and Full Parallel Hybrid System 1.6 liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder and Full Parallel Hybrid System Fuel Economy (mpg) 34 city / 31 highway / 32 combined 34 city / 31 highway / 32 combined Fuel Tank Capacity 19 gallons 19 gallons Horsepower 242 hp 242 hp Wheels 17-inches 19-inches MSRP $40,990 $53,090 Price Tested N/A $57,255 I didn't think I'd drive the Kia Carnival as far as I thought I would initially, but the 417.2 miles I put on it was still way short of the 600+ miles of range it's rated for. That number is the stuff that even the most efficient electric vehicles could dream of, so knowing that a minivan of all things achieves that is impressive. What's even more impressive is the 36.9 mpg fuel economy I got from driving the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige for a week. If it were to sustain that average until the fuel tank is empty, it means that the Carnival would actually reach 700 miles on a full tank. Again, it's worth pointing out that's the combined average I got. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. However, I was able to get up to 51.9 mpg with mostly city driving — but achieving this average requires gentle acceleration and trying to sustain it in EV mode. That's when the vehicle's propelled only by the electric motor, indicated by the 'EV' icon on the driver's display. For its size, too, I got upwards of 38.4 mpg with mostly highway driving, which again is impressive given its size. 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige Total miles driven 417.2 miles Average fuel economy 36.9 mpg Best long distance fuel economy 38.4 mpg Best short range fuel economy 51.9 mpg Most people are hard pressed to drive minivans because they're so ugly. Believe me, I wouldn't want to be seen on the road driving one, but Kia designs the Carnival in such a way that it looks more like an SUV. Instead of the boxy design that minivans are known for, like the 2024 Chrysler Pacifica PHEV I previously tested, the Carnival looks more like an elongated SUV from the side. It almost looks like some full-sized SUVs on the road with 3-row seating, but this purposeful design choice makes the Carnival stand out from most minivans. The only one I think that looks better is the Volkswagen but the price difference is substantial. While the front seats are spacious and comfy, it's the 2nd-row where you truly feel like being in first class on a flight thanks to the captain's chairs that are there. I think they're comfier than the front seats, due in part to how they can be reclined. Additionally, you can activate the footrest to lift you up even more while seated. Usually third row seats are cramped, but that's not the case for the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige. I'm surprised by the amount of legroom it offers for passengers, which has enough room to stretch out your legs. Even better, this extra room doesn't compromise the trunk space. The trunk is deeper than what I expected it to be. Since the Kia Carnival has a lower clearance than your typical SUV, there's actually a decent amount of trunk space even with the third row seating in there. I was able to easily stow away my JackRabbit OG2 Pro micro bike and my electric scooter without having the need to fold down the third row seats. If you need more room, you can always collapse the rear seats to make even more room inside to carry stuff. Another reason why passengers will drive in style with the Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige is because of the extra option you can add on that provides entertainment for the rear passengers. The Rear Seat Entertainment Package tacks on an additional $2,500 to the cost, but it adds two screens to the back of the front seats. I really like the touch interface, which runs Android TV that I'm familiar with. Meaning, I can set up all of my favorite streaming services and have the passengers watch shows in comfort. It's great for the kids who need to be preoccupied for those long drives. Kia's very generous when it comes to adding premium features in its vehicles and the Carnival is no exception. It includes a head-up display, dual sunroofs, adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, lane change assist, blind spot camera monitors, and support for wireless CarPlay and Android Auto. These are all helpful in making the drive safer and smoother, but it's even better knowing you get all them in a vehicle that's under $58,000. I've already touched on it in the testing summary, but its fuel economy deserves recognition because big vehicles such as this aren't known for their range. Thanks to its hybrid power, though, you'll wait longer in between fill ups with the Carnival Hybrid. Sure, you could save more money by going with the base model, which starts at $36,990, but it's a gas guzzler with its 21 mpg combined fuel economy. By going with the Carnival Hybrid, you'll not only save more money on gas costs, but you won't have to fill up as frequently. The only thing I don't like about the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige is how it underperforms in sport mode. I was hoping for a little more kick and response from its hybrid power engine, but even with its 242 hp performance, it's rather slow with the pickup from a complete stop. Then again, hybrids aren't known for their 0 to 60 times. If you have a large family in your household, the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige is an excellent choice to carry them around — and it's perfect for long distance drives and vacations. Kia definitely makes driving a minivan cool because it adopts a design that's similar to most SUVs, while still adding a ton of premium features that I think validate its cost. As much as I love PHEVs, they're in no man's land because of how they're priced. From other models I've tested so far, they're generally between $5,000 to $8,000 less than their all-electric counterparts. This is why hybrid vehicles like the Kia Carnival make so much sense because you'll still have bigger savings in the long run with fuel costs, while still having the utility of a minivan.
Hamilton Spectator
30-06-2025
- Hamilton Spectator
Motorcycle, SUV crash in Beamsville sends 2 to hospital with life-threatening injuries
A collision involving a motorcycle in Beamsville sent two people to hospital with life-threatening injuries and closed a busy service road for several hours Sunday night. The crash occurred at 8:10 p.m. on North Service Road near Bartlett Road. Niagara Regional Police said a white 2022 Hyundai Tucson and another vehicle of an unknown make and model were heading west on North Service Road. The Tucson, driven by a 22-year-old man, collided head-on with a black 2020 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The collision sent the Tuscon off the road and into a nearby field. Police said the other vehicle left the scene, continuing west toward the Hamilton area. Police do not have any information about the vehicle or the driver. The 41-year-old man operating the motorcycle and his passenger, a 46-year-old woman, both suffered life-threatening injuries in the crash and were taken to an out-of-region hospital. Roads in the area were closed for several hours for the investigation. Police are calling on the driver of the other vehicle to come forward, along with any witnesses or people in the area with surveillance, dashcam or other relevant footage. Anyone with information is asked by police to call 905-688-4111 , option 3, ext. 1009089. Information can be submitted anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or going to . The collision comes after a series of serious collisions on Niagara roads involving motorcyclists. On Saturday just after 10 p.m., a 16-year-old male motorcyclist was killed in a collision with a 2017 Dodge Caravan, driven by a 41-year-old Thorold woman. The collision occurred as the driver of the van was exiting Merrittville Speedway in the area of Holland Road and Merrittville Highway. A two-vehicle crash on Thorold Stone and Dorchester roads June 12 claimed the life of a 22-year-old man. On June 5, the driver of a truck, heading east on Fourth Avenue, attempted to make a right turn north through the intersection onto Ontario Street when the truck collided with a motorcycle, police said. The rider was taken to an out-of-region hospital where he was treated for injuries that were not life-threatening. On June 4, a 34-year-old Welland man was killed as a result of a crash in the area of King Street and Lincoln Avenue in Beamsville. On June 3, a motorcycle and a compact car collided in a rural intersection at Michener and Point Abino roads in Crystal Beach. The two riders of the bike, a 38-year-old man and 37-year-old woman, were both ejected and were found in a wooded area on the southeast corner of the intersection, police said. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
