#ioniq: I'm on it

[eragonpaolini]

I have made the worst financial decision in my life

I have acquired car

[sukimas]

the fucked up thing about driving a car from 1996 is even if i had the money to get a replacement at this point i wouldn't because a.) i want electric if i'm going to get a new car and b.) no electric vehicle 1. is japanese therefore has the right internal form factor for short bitches and 2. has the same sedan/sports car hybrid thing the '96 maxima has going on except for the toyota mirai. and fucking lol hydrogen fuel cell cars

[mikerickson]

Posting more for myself because for better or worse this Tumblr has become an online personal journal of my entire twenties and thirties. I've been driving my 2011 Mazda since I bought it new for about thirteen years now, and after a spate of issues in the past year I knew it's time was coming to an end:

My stereo system crapped out in the summer of 2016 and I've been driving in silence ever since

Perpetual leak in the rear passenger tire was giving me a low tire pressure warning about once every other week (more often in the winter) so I was constantly topping it off

The entire chassis rattled violently when I decelerated coming off of a highway and into an exit

A really loud screeching sound rang out whenever I accelerated uphill and was going between 40-50 mph

The rear driver side wheelwell had a gnarly rattle on anything but the smoothest of roads

Part of the dashboard literally melted and separated from the rest of the car

Rear-view mirror was warped

etc. etc.

A lot of this stemmed from an incident in late '22 when I went too long without getting an oil change, which seized the engine and led to a really long process to get a replacement engine installed. When I learned that full electric cars didn't need oil changes and had less maintenance overall, that got my attention and kinda guided my decision towards considering one for my next car.

After doing honestly about 6 months of research on EVs, numerous cost-benefit analyses across multiple spreadsheets, looking at future long-term plans of individual companies and agonizing over the options, I finally settled on a 2024 Hyundai Kona. I also lucked out with a helpful salesman who actually wanted to sell it to me (a lot of the dealers I'd previously went to during this process clam up and get weird about EVs), because he drives an Ioniq 5 for himself.

I dropped off my old car to pick up the new one tonight, and of course I got emotional on the last drive over, I mean I had that car for over a third of my life! Had to run to the bathroom and compose myself as soon as we got to the dealership, but writing that deposit check sobered me right up real quick.

Anyway, now I'm driving around a car that feels like a fucking spaceship. Let's see if I drive this one 'til the wheels fall off too.

[formulatrash]

because I've been sandblasting my brain perfectly smooth with 24/7 internet for two decades I've spent 10 solid, brain-rotten minutes laughing at the Alpine A290_β having an omegaverse assignation and now I'm assigning other cars. Ford F-150? omega energies. anything with a flatbed (it's load bearing) is an omega. the humbly sensible Volvo estate? beta as hell, rock solid car. nasty little psychotic sports creatures who only live to catch fire, like the Lamborghini Aventador? trad alpha shit but in these more modern times the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a much clearer indicator that you absolutely fuck. if the automotive press weren't cowards I'd be writing this article right now.

[transienturl]

I feel like when you say you're a car nerd, people assume you're either into sportscars/racecars or, like... I don't know what to call the other category. Classic cars? I dunno. I just know that people go wild over cars that aren't currently made and I haven't ever really looked into the reasons why but I'm sure they make sense once you have the right background.

But anyway, there is also a third option? Because I just found out about the Kia Niro PHEV, and man is that a fascinating car. It's far from perfect, but it really seems to hit a sweet spot of market segments that none of the other manufacturers seem to offer (in the US).

Like, look. Say you don't have kids, you want a car, and you're financially well-off enough to follow the Sam Vimes boots principle. You probably want to have at least 4 seats in your car that are actually, legitimately comfortable for adults, yeah? Kind of limiting not to. But beyond that, unless you have specific needs there's no reason to have a larger, more expensive, or less fuel efficient (and thus more expensive, in the long run) car than that. If you can afford the upfront cost, you want to be able to do 80% of your driving trips on electricity because CO2 bad (so, PHEV or EV), but ideally the upfront cost isn't exorbitant. You want to be able to do long trips without borrowing a different car or something, so the range on long trips should be good (no super-short-range EVs, though these days they're all solid) and if you're doing them on gas you still want to be efficient. In a perfect world, your car drives/accelerates well even though it's fuel efficient, it isn't ugly as sin (though you'll likely have to deal with some "I'm an electric vehicle" styling, rip), and you're not handing money to Elon Musk.

The way I see it, we're either okay with a full electric vehicle and the limitations that come with that (I haven't looked into them lately, but presumably something like a Bolt or Ioniq), or we're not. And if we're not... then basically we just want a Prius Prime but normal-shaped, so you don't hit your head on the ceiling, and somehow without a higher price tag or a significant reduction in efficiency. Oh wait, that exists. Wild. I mean, I expected and would honestly have been fine with fuel economy in the mid-30s since you should be on electricity most of the time anyway, but okay, sure, I will take forty eight miles per gallon, yes please, Kia are you cheating on the EPA tests you have to tell me if you're cheating on the EPA tests.

So, yeah. But anyway I feel like when you say you're a car nerd you mean... not like this. So I'm never sure how to, you know, get that across.

(Aside: if you do have a big family and want to throw a lot of money at a super nice electrified 7-seater without actively throwing money away, the Pacifica PHEV and Mazda CX-90 PHEV seem like really interesting options in the absence of a hypothetical Toyota Sienna Prime/Toyota-Highlander-Prime-that's-not-a-Lexus. Another US market segment with a lot of missing options at the moment. Did you know the base model Sienna is a hybrid now, though? That's neat.)

[ear-worthy]

Two Terrific IHeart Podcasts: Skinquiries and Car And Driver's Into Cars

iHeart Media has hundreds of podcasts. When your roster of shows is that large, it's inevitable that some of them aren't very good, others attract a weird, albeit extreme, audience, and others are clones of shows on Spotify or Wondery. 

Today, however, I'm happy to report that iHeart has struck audio gold with two new podcasts -- one about cars (Americans love cars) and the other about our skin (Americans are obsessed with their skin).

First, iHeartMedia’s Ruby Studio and Car and Driver have debuted the Car and Driver’s Into Cars Podcast For auto enthusiasts.  As most of you know, Car and Driver (CD or C/D) is an American automotive enthusiast magazine first published in 1955. In 2006 its total circulation was 1.23 million. It is owned by Hearst Magazines, who purchased it from its prior owner Hachette Filipacchi Media U.S. in 2011. It was founded as Sports Cars Illustrated.

In fact, Car and Driver and Road & Track are sister publications at Hearst and have for many years shared the same advertising, sales, marketing, and circulation departments. However, their editorial operations are distinct and they have separate publishers.

Car and Driver’s Into Cars examines the hottest and most compelling new cars of the year. As the name suggests, this show brings listeners into the cars to hear the engines revving and the tires squealing. After experiencing the cars, the hosts step into the studio to talk to the people who designed and built them. Episode one features the Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato, and upcoming episodes will include the Acura Integra Type S, BMW i5 and 530i, Cadillac Celestiq, Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, and the Toyota Land Cruiser.   The show's hosts are Tony Quiroga, Editor-in-Chief of Car and Driver, and Eddie Alterman, Chief Brand and Content Officer of Hearst Autos, who bring to the show the same intelligence, independence and irreverence that has made Car and Driver a trusted source for news and reviews since 1955. The hosts should deliver candid reviews of the most compelling new vehicles on the road. eBay Motors is the exclusive sponsor of Car and Driver’s Into Cars for season one, which, I think, is a clever blending of content and advertising.   The first episode of Car and Driver’s Into Cars debuted on June 6, 2024. New episodes post each Thursday. Now, this next iHeart podcast is inspired. Social media and the podcasting platform overflows with stories, ads, testimonials, demonstrations, influencer pushiness, and celebrity endorsements of skin care products. 

This podcast, Skinquiries, about the skin, which is the largest organ in the human body proves -- I'm going to say it -- reveals that beauty is more than skin deep. Can we talk about how incredible our skin is? Eleven miles of blood vessels, provide a first line of defense, and a mirror into our health and well-being. Our skin is really our biggest guidepost. It sends us important messages, reflecting our lifestyle, nutrition, and sometimes our thoughts. The marketing pitch is: "So, let’s shine a spotlight on our skin. Let’s go deep into skin health: what it means, what it looks like, and how to have it. Nicole Berrie hosts Skinquiries, a new show brought to you by Ruby Studio from iHeartRadio. With help from people with real life stories, experts, and doctors, let's get to the heart of what makes us glow from the inside out."

I have listened to the first two episodes and they are fascinating. The May 30th episode begins with a predictable -- yet still compelling -- morality tale of how lounging in the sun can make you feel and look great, but without the proper care, you might be unintentionally hurting your skin. Host Nicole Berrie explores the skin’s relationship with the sun. Berrie speaks to skin cancer survivor and patient advocate Jacqueline Smith about the dangers of assuming that any skin is immune from sun damage. And dermatologist and skin cancer doctor Mary Stevenson weighs in on the safest ways to enjoy the great outdoors while protecting ourselves. Take a listen to find out how much sunscreen you should really be using, ways to have fun but stay safe in the sun, and when to stop wondering what's going on with your skin and seek help. Get ready to rethink your approach to sun protection and skincare –it's time to shed light on the truth behind sun-kissed skin.

The second episode, -- June 6th -- veers away from the familiar into the unexpected. Have you tried a cold plunge? While host, Nicole Berrie, prefers the soothing embrace of a steamy sauna to the invigorating rush of a cold plunge, she’s open to the idea of a cold dunk and all of its benefits to your skin. When it comes to cold plunges, those who love it, love it a lot, like Melissa Kegler, who shares her journey to becoming a cold water distance marathon swimmer, including the benefits and dangers that go with it. While dermatologist Dr. Geeta Yadav shares her expertise on what subjecting our skin to extreme temperatures really does and how to reap the benefits of cold plunging without damaging your skin.

 Nicole Berrie is a terrific host -- funny, inquisitive, with a flair for narrative drama. Check out Skinquiries. 

As conventional wisdom explains: "Be good to your skin. You will wear it every day for the rest of your life."

[anotherworldash]

Welcoming BYD Indonesia TODAY I'm so curious how they'll shake the market and affect Astra International , but mostly curious of their EV competition with the best selling EV Hyundai IONIQ 5 and its fellow Chinese automotive brand Wuling Air EV 😌 because if I gotta be honest BYD got the most elegant design of them all. And truly brilliant choice to launch in BSD it's my favorite city beating even the capital

[allinmycorner]

Dancing With the Stars celebrated Disney's 100th anniversary with a night dedicated to the music from the company's first century. We opened with a performance of "Bare Necessities" that accompanied the pros all riding in Hyundai IONIQ 5 SUVs which come with a Disney100 edition. We even got a glimpse of Val and Jenna's son Roman and he is adorable. Of course Mickey and Minnie dropped by to help our stars celebrate and the audience was even given special light up Mickey ears to wear in the ballroom as well.

On a somber note, the show paid tribute to former contestant Suzanne Somers who died over the weekend. They showed a picture of her before the show and Alfonso gave a little speech toward the end that was accompanied by a picture of her and partner Tony. It was a sweet moment.

Alfonso also had another sweet moment at the very end of the show when he wished former partner Witney Carson a happy birthday.

So who had a happy ending and who had their Disney Dreams crushed? Let's check it out!

Adrian and Britt: I'm not very surprised that Adrian got eliminated this week. His Viennese waltz to Dumbo's "Baby Mine" was nice but it didn't really standout. I always make it a point to really watch every dance and not let myself get distracted but even when this one ended, I knew I wasn't going to remember it. And I didn't. The most memorable thing was that he was accompanied by pianist Chloe Flowers on a special edition piano made by Steinway to commemorate Disney's 100th anniversary. So that didn't bode well for him and his elimination proved it.

Xochitl and Val: Xochitl landed at the top of leaderboard by herself this week with her paso doble to "Un Poco Loco" from the movie Coco. It was an unusual choice for a paso doble, which was acknowledged by the judges. The song is faster than the traditional paso and is more of a silly song while the paso is a rather serious dance. But Xochitl handled it like a pro and showed why she is a serious contender for the Len Goodman mirrorball trophy. I think this will be a routine that goes down in DWTS history.

Ariana and Pasha: Fun fact - Ariana used to work at Disney World after graduating college. It sounds like she may have been a princess based on Julianne's comments during Ariana's skybox interview. I can see it. Anyway, Ariana channeled Elsa for a contemporary routine to "Into the Unknown" from Frozen 2. And while it was a beautiful routine, it felt a little too safe for me. I wish Pasha had given Ariana some more complex moves and really let her act out some of the angst of this song, stuck between wanting nothing to change but knowing that there is more out there. Hopefully we get to see Ariana do another contemporary so she can really wow us.

Charity and Artem: Charity closed out the show with a waltz to "Part of Your World," paying tribute to this summer's remake of The Little Mermaid. She talked about how it felt to see a Disney princess who looked like herself and how she hopes to inspire girls who look like her too. And she continues to be technically proficient but she's still not topping the leaderboard. I still think her lack of emotional connection to the songs is what is holding her back. "Part of Your World" is an "I Want" song but Charity danced it with the biggest smile on her face the entire time. I think if she had played it more wistfully, it would've really elevated her routine and she could've placed higher.

Jason and Daniella: I loved Jason's foxtrot to "A Whole New World" from Aladdin. I'm not sure why it didn't get scored higher. I guess the judges might now expect more from him. Or I wonder if they saw something through the fog on the dance floor that we couldn't at home. But I think if he continues the way he's going, he's a lock for the finals - barring any surprise eliminations.

Lele and Brandon: I'm not sure why I didn't like this routine as much as I've liked Lele's other routines. She seemed to handle the rumba to "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" from The Lion King well enough. But it lacked something. Maybe it was a spark? Maybe Brandon played it too sweet that it lost the sultry? I don't know but it was something.

Harry and Rylee: There was some buzz that Rylee had stolen big sister Lindsay's choreography because Lindsay danced the quickstep to Toy Story's "You Got a Friend in Me" with partner Sean Spicer. So I watched Harry's and Sean's routines back-to-back and while there is one sequence that looks lifted from Lindsay's routine, they are still different enough to consider it an homage than outright copying. Though maybe the producers should've given them a different song and/or dance style. Either way, Harry did handle the quickstep well enough and I would say he was better than Sean - Rylee added some more complicated moves that he pulled off well. Harry may end up being this season's dark horse - we're just going to have to see.

Mira and Gleb: Mira danced a waltz to "A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes" from Cinderella and it was gorgeous. She finally let herself be lost in the dance and the music, which I think really helped her. Again, like most creatives, she is likely her own worst enemy. Once she stops standing in her own way, she'll really start to soar.

Mauricio and Emma: Mauricio opened Disney night with a paso doble to the "Sorcerer's Apprentice" sequence from Fantasia. With Emma dressed as a broom, they danced across the floor with ease. The paso doble isn't an easy dance but he did well with it. Was it at the same level as Xochitl's? Of course not. But it held a charm all its own. And it's clear that Mauricio has fan support so I think he'll have a few more chances to continue to improve.

Alyson and Sasha: Alyson danced a jazz routine to "Be Our Guest" from Beauty and the Beast, though she was honoring the Broadway version and the start of Disney on Broadway. It was a nice routine but I feel it could've popped more. The judges gave her props for dancing with her hair done up to mimic Lumiere's top candle but I wonder if her performance would've been better if she didn't have to worry about it.

Barry and Peta: Barry talked about working with Bob Freakin' Fosse in the Broadway production of Pippin, so Peta hoped it would give him a leg up in their jazz routine to "He's a Tramp" from Lady and the Tramp. And it seemed to be going well until a trick went wrong. At first, I couldn't tell who messed up - Barry or Peta - in their lift but it seems it was Barry. That through them off but he seemed to catch up, though a little too late. But he's still fun to watch and hopefully the audience keeps him around a little longer despite sending him to the bottom three this time.

So that was Disney Night! Break out the tissues because the next show is Most Memorable Year night, which always promises to be a tearjerker. The show will also have a special tribute to Len Goodman as the current pros will be joined by past pros to perform a Viennese waltz to "Moon River" in his honor. For a moment, I worried that by "past pross" they just meant Julianne and Derek but no, they mean several past pros! Kym, Tony, Anna, Edyta, Karina, Maks, Louis and Mark will be joining in this tribute. So it will be nice to see them again and it see their tribute to Len.

See you all then!

[dbreunig]

Between fake engine sounds and now virtual clutches, I'm fascinated by the trend in making EVs feel less like appliances and more like the mechanical cars of yore.

What should we call this? Skeumorphism? Emulation?

Whatever it is it conforms with my believe that the stage after 'obsolescence' is 'fetishization.'

[bangwoolofbangtan]

Hyundai Worldwide's tweet 24.08.20

Caption:

Only a week left till #IONIQxBTS music is dropping!

'IONIQ: I'm on it' is about our experiences and everyday life that have changed through IONIQ.

Hope everybody is ready to be on it. Stay tuned.

#HyundaixBTS #HyundaiElectric #HyundaiIONIQ #IONIQ #CleanMobility #ImOnIt @BTS_twt

[shy-nee-universe]

IONIQ x BTS - IONIQ: I'm on it Official M/V 

Franchement, ça me donne presque envie d’acheter la voiture.

[dreamaze]

     hyung line x ∞

[sherwynphilip]

BTS + IONIQ: "I'm On It" Promotional Photos

No matter the concept, these 7 amazing men always look exceptional.

#BTS #IONIQ #KimNamjoon #KimSeokjin #MinYoongi #JungHoseok #ParkJimin #KimTaehyung #JeonJungkook

💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

source: @HyundaiWorldwide

[taechnological]

when taehyung said "when i look into your eyes" in the ioniq song did he actually mean headlights??

[w-witch-of-the-west]

UH APPARENTLY BTS JUST RELEASED A NEW SONG IN COLLABORATION WITH HYUNDAI AND I HAD NO IDEA THIS WAS HAPPENING BUT IT KINDA GOES HARD AND I LOVE THE VIBES AND UGJHGRHTFGYJUKHIYHFDTFJYG I’LL LINK IT BELOW:

https://www.hyundai.com/worldwide/en/company/newsroom/hyundai-and-bts-launch-hyundai%E2%80%99s-dedicated-ev-brand-ioniq-song-%E2%80%9Cioniq-i%E2%80%99m-on-it%E2%80%9D-0000016511?type=MOV&category=Video&listPageUrl=newsroom 

[sleepineskpop]

IONIQ x BTS - IONIQ: I'm on it Official M/V

that car looks sooooooo niiiiiice~~

no wonder BTS gave a whole song to it...

that car deserves it 100%