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Motor Trend
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Motor Trend
2025 Porsche Macan 4 Electric First Test: Feeling Like a Porsche?
Pros Long range Quick charging Porsche design Cons Quite pricey Lacks the Porsche feeling Interior materials are questionable The 2025 Porsche Macan Electric marks the brand's first foray into the all-electric SUV world, and with four trims—Base, 4, 4S, and Turbo—there's a Macan EV tailored to many types of drivers. Power ranges from 355 hp in the base model up to a stonking 630 hp in the range-topping Turbo, and every version comes equipped with a large 100-kWh battery (95 usable). The 2025 Porsche Macan 4 Electric impresses with its range, charging, and comfort, but lacks the thrilling Porsche feel. Priced at $90,365 as tested, it offers solid EV performance but falls short on interior refinement and emotional driving experience. This summary was generated by AI using content from this MotorTrend article Read Next We spent a couple of weeks behind the wheel of a Macan 4, one of the midlevel trims delivering 402 hp, and came away impressed with its relatively long range and speedy charging capabilities. But despite its electrified bona fides, we couldn't help but ask ourselves: Does the Macan 4 Electric really feel like a Porsche? Engaging, but Not like All Porsches The base-model Macan Electric and the Macan 4 we had in for testing are clearly aimed at buyers seeking a more relaxed and comfortable driving experience, and its off-the-line performance reflected that. When we pinned it, the Macan 4 hustled from 0 to 60 mph in a respectable 4.5 seconds, doing so with quiet confidence, and the test team reported it exhibited smooth, quick launches with a linear feel as it did. But there was no "wheee!' moment, no snap-back-into-the-headrest drama under hard acceleration. And that's exactly how the Macan 4 Electric felt out on the road, as well. It didn't deliver the kind of thrills we've come to expect from a Porsche. There was no real emotional spark to the proceedings. Those qualities seem reserved for the more powerful 4S and Turbo models—and based on our First Drives, they deliver. But when you're spending over $90,000 on an EV (and a Porsche, no less), you expect something that truly grabs your attention. Let's get one thing straight: Speed isn't everything. And although we wouldn't call the Macan 4 quick, it certainly isn't slow, either, with enough power to keep things moving. We were also fans of its composed ride, and despite steering tuned more for comfort than aggression, it still felt plenty connected. The Macan 4 Electric is a solid electrified SUV to be sure, just not an overly exciting one from behind the wheel. Macan Electric Does EV Things Well As an EV, the Macan 4 more than hits the mark. Its 95-kWh of usable battery delivered 282 miles of range during our 70-mph steady-state Road-Trip Range test—just shy of its 308-mile EPA rating—and it aced the fast-charging trial, adding 175 miles in just 15 minutes on a 350-kW charger. In addition, charging from 5 to 80 percent took only 22 minutes, just behind its Audi Q6 E-Tron platform mate. Those are strong numbers, and they should matter to anyone buying an EV. On top of that, the native navigation system has been improved to make road-trip planning smarter, showing available chargers along your route and estimating charging times based on charger power and your battery's current state of charge. Like the Taycan, the Macan Electric doesn't offer true one-pedal driving, though it does take advantage of brake regeneration to recover energy. Unlike some competitors, Porsche keeps it simple; there's no adjustable regen level, just an on/off switch. Even with regen enabled, lifting off the throttle doesn't produce a sudden slowdown. Instead, the Macan gently coasts while gradually losing speed. When you press the brake pedal, the system captures that energy and feeds it back into the battery, just like other EVs. When examining the inside of the 2025 Porsche Macan 4 Electric, we came away satisfied with what we saw and touched, though it lacked the wow factor some other EVs in its class deliver. On the plus side, the leather throughout the cabin is soft. The seats feel comfortable and well cushioned—thankfully so because those 14-way power-adjustable seats tack on a $1,350 premium. The 10.9-inch touchscreen fits neatly into the dashboard and delivers crisp, clear navigation visuals via Apple CarPlay. Meanwhile, the 12.6-inch curved gauge cluster adds a touch of high-end sophistication to the cockpit. But take a closer look, and you might find yourself underwhelmed. The hard plastic on the center console feels out of place in a vehicle at this price point. We noticed the entire panel housing the A/C controls sinks noticeably when you press one of the touch-sensitive buttons. Plus, there's more piano black trim than we'd prefer. Overall, the cabin proved to be less refined than we expected. We also ran into a few hiccups with the infotainment system. On our first time in the car, connecting to Apple CarPlay was a breeze, but strangely, no audio played. We tried switching to the radio but came up empty there, too. Thankfully, the issue only popped up once during our two-week loan, but it wasn't the best way to kick things off. There were a few other features that stood out in a positive way. For example, the ambient lighting isn't just for looks. It flashes bright yellow or red on the upper door panel to warn you of cars in your blind spot or when a car is approaching, respectively. At night, this lighting adds a sleek, modern vibe to the cabin. Still, there's nothing that felt particularly unique or groundbreaking, and given it's a Porsche, we expected something a bit more upscale and special. Is the 2025 Porsche Macan 4 Electric Worth It? After two weeks behind the wheel of the 2025 Porsche Macan 4 Electric, we concluded it's a great EV—but it doesn't quite deliver what other Porsches do. As we mentioned, the interior materials could be of higher quality, and the driving experience lacks a certain flair. Another sticking point is value. The Macan 4 Electric starts at $80,795, and prices climb quickly once you start adding options. With extras such as rear steering and the Sport Chrono package, the final tally hit $90,365—a hefty sum for what you get. But more than that, what's missing from the Macan 4 Electric is that intangible something —the special feeling that defines a Porsche, especially one powered by an internal combustion engine. Take the Macan powered by the 261-hp 2.0-liter turbo, for instance. That isn't the fastest Macan, either, but it feels like a Porsche. There's a certain character to it: the sound, the surge, the connection to the road. It's the DNA we expect to be baked into every model bearing the rearing horse crest, electrified or otherwise—an experience that the otherwise competent Macan 4 didn't quite deliver.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Here's How Much a $1000 Investment in Intuit Made 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today
How much a stock's price changes over time is important for most investors, since price performance can both impact your investment portfolio and help you compare investment results across sectors and industries. Another thing that can drive investing is the fear of missing out, or FOMO. This particularly applies to tech giants and popular consumer-facing stocks. What if you'd invested in Intuit (INTU) ten years ago? It may not have been easy to hold on to INTU for all that time, but if you did, how much would your investment be worth today? With that in mind, let's take a look at Intuit's main business drivers. Headquartered in Mountain View, CA, Intuit Inc. is a business and financial software company that develops and sells financial, accounting and tax preparation software and related services for small businesses, consumers and accounting professionals globally. The company has offices in the United States, Canada, India, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Australia, and other fiscal 2024, Intuit generated total revenues of $16.3 billion. The company has four reportable segments: Small Business and Self-Employed Group, Consumer and Strategic Partner, ProConnect and Credit Business and Self-Employed Group (58.5% of fiscal 2024 revenues) segment serves small businesses and self-employed people around the world, and the accounting professionals who serve and advise them. Intuit's offerings include QuickBooks financial and business-management online services and desktop software, payroll solutions, merchant payment-processing solutions, and financing for small (27.3% of fiscal 2024 revenues) segment offers DIY and assisted TurboTax income-tax preparation products and services. These solutions are sold in the United States and Canada. Intuit's Mint and Turbo offerings serve consumers and help them understand and improve their financial lives by offering a view of their financial (3.7% of fiscal 2024 revenues) serves professional accountants in the United States and Canada, who are essential to both small businesses' success and tax preparation and filing. Intuit's professional tax offerings include Lacerte, ProSeries, ProFile, and ProConnect Tax Karma (10.5% of fiscal 2024 revenues) segment offers personal finance services including credit cards, personal loans, home and auto loans and the Small Business and Self-Employed segment, Intuit competes with companies such as The Sage Group. In payroll, it competes with Automatic Data Processing and Paychex, among others. In the area of merchant services, the company's rivals are financial institutions like Wells Fargo, JP Morgan Chase and Bank of America. In the Consumer Segment, Intuit faces intense competition from tax preparation service provider H&R Block. Putting together a successful investment portfolio takes a combination of research, patience, and a little bit of risk. For Intuit, if you bought shares a decade ago, you're likely feeling really good about your investment today. A $1000 investment made in June 2015 would be worth $7,199.27, or a gain of 619.93%, as of June 16, 2025, according to our calculations. This return excludes dividends but includes price appreciation. In comparison, the S&P 500 gained 185.42% and the price of gold went up 178.11% over the same time frame. Looking ahead, analysts are expecting more upside for INTU. Intuit's third quarter of fiscal 2025 results reflected steady revenues from the Online Ecosystem and Desktop business segments. Strong momentum in Online Services revenues driven by strong performances of Mailchimp, payroll and Money, which includes payments, capital and bill pay. The Credit Karma business is benefiting from strength in Credit Karma Money, credit cards, auto insurance and personal loans. INTU's strategy of shifting its business to a cloud-based subscription model will help generate stable revenues over the long run. However, higher costs and expenses due to increased investments in marketing and engineering teams are likely to negatively impact bottom-line results in the near term. INTU's leveraged balance sheet remains a concern. Shares have underperformed the industry in the year to date period. Shares have gained 12.49% over the past four weeks and there have been 11 higher earnings estimate revisions for fiscal 2025 compared to none lower. The consensus estimate has moved up as well. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Intuit Inc. (INTU) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research Sign in to access your portfolio
CNA
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNA
JJ Lin performs with Running Man star Kim Jong-kook at South Korea concert
Fans who attended Singaporean singer JJ Lin's concert in South Korea on Saturday (Jun 14) got an unexpected surprise as the 44-year-old star brought out one of the most recognisable faces of Korean entertainment, Kim Jong-kook, on stage. The star of the long-running variety series Running Man, Kim Jong-kook, 49, is an established singer who was also a member of the 90s K-pop group Turbo. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 邋妞𝚃𝙻𝙺💜 (@jmlovejj1307) The two vocal powerhouses performed the song Hate That Happiness Came which served as Kim's debut Chinese single and was produced by Lin. After the show, Lin took to Instagram to thank Kim, saying that it "meant so much" to have him at the concert. "Thank you for always taking care of me when I'm in town, JK!" wrote Lin. View this post on Instagram A post shared by JJ Lin (@jjlin) Saturday's show marked Lin's first ever concert in South Korea. He is currently in the midst of his JJ20 Final Lap world tour, which kicked off in December 2024 at the National Stadium in Singapore.
Motor 1
05-06-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Lotus Says the Emira Will Be Even Better to Drive for 2026
Although Lotus only began selling the Emira in the United States last year , the automaker is already improving the sports car. The Emira debuted in 2021 and went on sale in some parts of the world in 2022. For 2026, Lotus has made several technical upgrades that enhance its track performance while improving daily comfort. All new Emiras feature rerouted cooling system lines that improve flow to the transmission oil cooler and main radiator. The new piping also lowers the vehicle's weight, which is always a win. Lotus also recalibrated the eight-speed dual-clutch transmission for smoother, quicker are also two new colors: EOS Green and Purple Haze metallic. Photo by: Lotus Photo by: Lotus The V-6-powered Emira also receives some upgrades. It's now called the V6 SE, and it's the model's new flagship. The 3.5-liter supercharged V-6 is the same as before, producing 400 horsepower, but Lotus optimized the dampers and made "subtle adjustments in wheel alignment" for better handling and comfort. The six-speed manual transmission is standard in the Emira V6 SE, and Lotus said it's improved its shift quality with a new compression mount for the gearbox. The company says the upgrade will result in "more precise gear changes." Photo by: Lotus The Emira Turbo, the model's entry point, features the same Mercedes-AMG-sourced four-cylinder turbocharged engine as the Turbo SE . It also has the newly refined eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. The Lotus Emira Turbo starts at £79,500 ($107,969 at today's exchange rate), while the V6 SE costs £96,500 ($131,057). Order books are now open, with the updated sports car set to begin arriving in showrooms in September. Motor1 has reached out to Lotus to see when US customers can expect the updated Emira to go on sale Stateside. Here's The Latest From Lotus: Lotus Emira With Yellow Exhaust Tips Pays Tribute to an F1 GOAT The Lotus Emira Could Ditch Its V-6 for a V-8 Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Source: Lotus Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Auto Express
05-06-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Hardcore new Lotus Emira SE models launch the British Porsche Cayman rival close to £100k
New entry-level 'Turbo' and range-topping 'V6 SE' versions of the Lotus Emira are now available to order, with the two bookends of the British-built sports car's line-up costing from £79,500 and £96,500 respectively. The Emira Turbo features, as you've probably deduced, a turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine from AMG that spits out 360bhp – enough to fling the Porsche 718 Cayman rival from 0-62mph in 4.4 seconds. The new edition sits below the recently launched Turbo SE that produces a round 400bhp from the same engine, and can pull off the benchmark sprint in 4.0 seconds, but costs £10,000 more. Both the Turbo and Turbo SE are available exclusively with a dual-clutch automatic transmission, although Lotus has tweaked it to deliver better, faster gearchanges than earlier examples. Advertisement - Article continues below These versions come with unique Turbo badges, yellow-black Lotus emblems and satin-silver details. Standard equipment includes 12-way electrically adjustable seats with a memory function, a 12.3-inch digital driver's display, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus various safety and driver-assistance systems. Meanwhile the Emira V6 SE uses a supercharged 3.5-litre V6 engine that also produces 400bhp – good for 0-62mph in 4.3 seconds – however the six-speed manual gearbox it comes with as standard has been tuned for better driver engagement. More specifically, Lotus has fitted a new compression mount, which the firm says allows for more precise gearchanges. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below An automatic transmission is available on this version too, and adding it cuts the 0-62mph time down to 4.8 seconds. Elsewhere, the dampers and wheel alignment have been fettled to provide sharper handling and better ride comfort. The V6 SE is also offered with a choice of two chassis and suspension set-ups. Lotus says 'Tour' is tuned for everyday road use, designed to offer sharp handling with a more comfortable ride, while 'Sports' adds stiffer springs and dampers, making it better suited for track use. The boffins in Hethel have also adjusted the Emira's cooling system, recalibrating the air-conditioning control system and routing the coolant lines differently to provide better flow to both the transmission oil cooler and the main radiator. Lotus says this not only provides more cooling, but also reduces the weight of the car. Finally, Lotus has introduced two new paint colours to the Emira range – EOS Green and Purple Haze – and a new Racing Line specification, which is available on both the Turbo SE and V6 SE. For an extra £3,000, this adds yellow, red or silver accents to the front splitter, plus brake calipers and mirrors caps in the same colour, which is also used for the stitching in the cabin. Now you can buy a car through our network of top dealers around the UK. Search for the latest deals… Find a car with the experts New Kia Sportage breaks cover and it's sleeker than ever New Kia Sportage breaks cover and it's sleeker than ever Full specification and details have been announced for the UK version of Kia's big-selling mid-size SUV Car Deal of the Day: Get the Range Rover look for (a lot) less with the Jaecoo 7 for £244 a month Car Deal of the Day: Get the Range Rover look for (a lot) less with the Jaecoo 7 for £244 a month Jaecoo is another Chinese brand that has recently arrived in the UK, and its 7 SUV has made a bit of a splash. It's our Deal of the Day for 3 June. Car Deal of the Day: The Citroen C5 Aircross is a big car for a very small £208 a month Car Deal of the Day: The Citroen C5 Aircross is a big car for a very small £208 a month Its replacement may be waiting in the wings, but the current Citroen C5 Aircross is still a fine car. It's our Deal of the Day for 2 June.
