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    Your thoughts on engine build quality over the years

    Engines over the years have gone more and more for diminishing returns on power and efficiency. This means lighter parts, smaller bearing surfaces, less material, etc. It is my opinion that "overall", you will not see the life out of a 2023 engine that you will from a 2003 engine. I think in the...
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    Off Topic So slow I'm ashamed...

    It's a stock EVGA SC2.
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    Current Mazda owner needs a luxury car as well

    Acura MDX ASPED ADVANCE TYPE S https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYQceVGfxDM Mazda CX90 whatever the top trim is with the I6 engine. Don't get the PHEV like in this review, but it DOES show the car well. The I6 actually propells it well. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UceXm2i6SOM Demonstration...
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    Current Mazda owner needs a luxury car as well

    All that's missing is the recessed pit of depravity.
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    Off Topic So slow I'm ashamed...

    Well, my 1080TI I think was dying. I got this screen a few times... Ss reluctantly, I replaced it with a 4060Ti. It uses a TON less power, and benchmarks out a hair better. Here is my original system benchmark as set up in 2017, then with my 1080Ti in 2019, and today, my 4060Ti. 2017...
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    Off Topic New Vehicle Time

    My EV6 GT was in the shop. Long story... Local dealer I took it to, I said it had a rattle in the back. They were convinced a rear shock isolator was bad and replaced the whole assy. It didn't do anything to fix it. Then they told me that the "panels are flopping in the wind hitting the car"...
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    1) I found an awesome Kia dealer that could be a BMW dealer if they wanted to. They're that cleanly and legit. 2) I ordered the GT, as I figured it wouldnt have the base model drivetrain quibbles...and it doesn't. 3) I put 700mi on an EV6 Wind. The GT is far more purposeful. Its a completely...
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    Quick 7500mi update, loving it! She absolutely slaps, even in the rain...
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    The vehicle is absolutely phenomenal in every way. The reviews may rip on the 206mi epa rating, but its a real world achievable rating even how I drive, and not in eco mode. Its actually got more range in my experience than my c40 did, rated at 226mi.
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    How to improve CX-5 handling on corners?

    You're going to need a comprehensive approach to overcome the front heavy nature. I suggest an actual race shop that tunes real race cars and street stuff. They could soften/stiffen the right components to make it much better without being miserable or prone to poor behaviors at the limit.
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    I remember when my new 370z had issues, being loaned a Leaf. It was low on charge and had about 45mi remaining. I added 3mi over 3 hours via extension cord. It was silent on the freeway, but otherwise a horrific experience. This was 2013.
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    Remember that time...

    https://www.reddit.com/r/CX50/comments/10tw7wx/mazda_collects_your_driving_habits_and_use_it/
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    Off Topic New Vehicle Time

    My issue is the finicky motors. Some vibrate, some don't. Volvo doesn't know the cause and just calls it normal. It wasn't for me. Also, do you even have a Polestar dealer within a days drive? Im not about that weekend trip for service.
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    Off Topic New Vehicle Time

    Polestar is just re-branded Volvo with a different tune. I'd kina steer clear, given my experiences, but everyone do themselves.
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    Remember that time...

    He didn't overheat it. Mazda claims he "overheated" it. Read his post. He literally stopped in when his low-oil light came on. Don't you believe he would have done so if it ACTUALLY overheated? I know this is just hear-say and supposition, but it sure seems more in keeping with reality than...
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    Off Topic New Vehicle Time

    Hah! Honestly absolutely loving it. This thing is an animal, and has all the tech I could want and more. I'm thinking and hoping that barring unforeseen circumstance, this is a keeper.
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    MB and Audi and the like come with a standard dose of pretentiousness. I buck the trend with Kia.
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