Ben Kitchen

Ben is a qualified car mechanic with experience working in the industry. He now works as an automotive author, writing about all things vehicle-related. He’s excited about the potential held by electric cars of all shapes, sizes, and types.

 



129 Stories by Ben Kitchen

How to activate BMW iX M60 launch control

Arguably the most significant selling point of BEVs (battery electric vehicles), and what really put Tesla on the map in the first place, is...
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How to update software on Porsche Taycan (OTA)

I was incredibly excited when Porsche announced their new electric car. A Tesla-killer, people were whispering. However, if you own a Porsche Taycan, you’ll...
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How to activate/deactivate self-leveling suspension on BMW iX

In the 1950s, when Citroen introduced the first self-leveling suspension, car manufacturers were scrambling to develop their own designs. Looking for their own individual...
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Porsche Taycan Active Suspension Management (PASM) setup

Adjustable suspension allows drivers to modify their vehicle’s suspension settings to suit their current driving needs. This technology has evolved significantly over the years,...
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How to turn on/off collision warning systems on BMW iX

The BMW iX comes equipped with collision warning systems. These help you avoid accidents or, at the very least, minimize the impact speed. Sometimes,...
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How to update the software on Audi e-tron

The Audi e-tron is a cutting-edge electric SUV that requires regular software updates to ensure its systems operate at peak performance. Performing an Audi...
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Tesla Model 3 service schedules and maintenance

All cars need to be serviced. They’re perishable things made with components that will inevitably fail or run out one day. The Tesla Model...
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How to program garage door opener on BMW iX

As technology advances, so do the capabilities of our cars. One feature available on modern vehicles is the garage door opener, allowing drivers to...
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How does the VW ID.3 Travel Assist (Autopilot) work?

These days autonomous driving is still not fully integrated. We still sit behind the wheel of our cars and need to focus on our...
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