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.

 



141 Stories by Ben Kitchen

How to activate Launch Control on Porsche Taycan Turbo

Launch control is designed to help a car accelerate as fast as possible. It’s best when combined with racing conditions (on a track) and...
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How To Activate Remote Software Upgrade on BMW iX

Software has taken over our entire world. Automotive suppliers have jumped onto the bandwagon and slowly made every part of your new car a...
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How to adjust the ambient lighting on Mercedes-Benz EQC

Ambient lighting can be found on many cars these days. It enhances the atmosphere in your vehicle, making it feel like a nice place...
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How to switch Night Vision Assist on and off on Porsche Taycan

The Porsche Taycan Night Vision Assist program is about keeping pedestrians and animals safe on the road at night. It can see things beyond...
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How to activate/deactivate the BMW Drive Recorder on BMW iX

The BMW iX is fitted with a Drive Recorder – an advanced dashcam that uses the already-installed parking cameras. It can record and save...
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How to turn on/off the preconditioning (heating/cooling) on the BMW iX

The BMW iX – along with most EVs and modern cars – comes with cabin temperature preconditioning settings. You can use these to heat...
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How to switch on/off and activate Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) on Porsche Taycan

Adaptive Cruise Control is one of those features you’ll find on most modern vehicles. It can be used as part of the InnoDrive system,...
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How to set KIA EV6 max speed with Navigation-based Smart

Cruise Control (NSCC) NSCC on the KIA EV6 is Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control. It’s built-in as part of the Smart Cruise Control feature. This...
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How to set the We Connect primary user (proof of ownership) on VW ID.3

We Connect means a VW will be able to track your driving habits and customize your ID.3 based on what you need. Becoming the...
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