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Motor 1
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
‘Walmart Has to Pay:' Woman Pulls Into Walmart Parking Lot to Pick Up 5 Bags of Miss Vickies Chips. Then a Sign Falls On Her Car
She just wanted her Miss Vickies Spicy Dill Pickle chips. Instead, she left with $2,000 in damage and a crash course in corporate liability. A viral clip from TikToker Makayla (@makayla.n.b.) is letting many people know about her mishap at a local Walmart, where a temporary parking sign fell on her Kia Telluride, causing a costly dent that the retail giant said it'd pay to have fixed. According to the video, the Walmart in her area was undergoing a remodel and had moved its grocery pickup signage into temporary stands—plastic bases weighted with water rather than fixed posts in the ground. While parked and waiting for her order, which included five bags of Miss Vickies Spicy Dill Pickle Chips, a loud bang interrupted her conversation with the store associate. A temporary parking sign had tipped over and landed directly on her SUV. The employee witnessed the incident, assured her that Walmart would 'take care of it,' and went inside to summon a manager. After lifting the sign off her car herself and surveying the damage, the owner began what would become a days-long odyssey to get the repairs covered. From Helpful Manager to Runaround Initially, the store seemed ready to handle the issue. The manager on duty, whom Makayla described as 'super frantic,' helped initiate a formal incident report on an in-store iPad and assured her that Walmart would cover the repairs. But after a few days with no follow-up, things got complicated, and an initial call inquiring about the claim resulted in denials from a worker who she said didn't seem to grasp what had happened. She eventually contacted Walmart's third-party claims administrator. Though she doesn't name it in the video, Walmart has used Sedgwick Claims Management Services for similar cases in the past. Despite initial confusion, the company eventually confirmed her claim and allowed her to submit repair estimates, which totaled over $2,000 for the hood repair plus reimbursement for a rental car equivalent. Who's Liable in Lot Mishaps? It's not uncommon for drivers to experience damage in a store parking lot from loose carts, falling signs, or cracked pavement, but liability isn't always straightforward. When something damages your vehicle in a store parking lot—a runaway cart, falling signage, or even crumbling infrastructure—it's not always obvious who's responsible. But in many cases, a retailer like Walmart can be held liable if negligence is involved. To strengthen your claim if something similar happens: Take photos or video of the damage and the hazard (e.g., a tipped-over sign). Get names and statements from store employees or other witnesses. Ask for a copy of the store's internal incident report. Document the time and location carefully, especially if there are cameras nearby. Most major retailers utilize third-party administrators , such as Sedgwick, to limit liability and standardize claims. These administrators can approve or deny your claim based on their investigation, often citing a lack of evidence or denying fault. If they reject a valid claim, car owners can sometimes pursue small claims court or submit through their auto insurance, with the option to subrogate against the retailer. Why SUV Hoods Like the Telluride's Can Be Expensive to Fix A dented hood might not sound like a big deal, but on modern SUVs like the Kia Telluride, repairs can get expensive fast. Here's why : Size matters: Large hood panels require more material and labor to remove, reshape, and repaint. Material complexity: Depending on the trim and year, the Telluride may use aluminum hood panels, which are lighter but more difficult to repair than steel. Sensor systems: Advanced driver-assistance system features like forward collision warning or radar cruise control often place sensors behind the grille or under the hood, and recalibration after repair can add hundreds to the bill. Paint-matching costs: Kia's premium paint options (like Wolf Gray or Sangria) may require special blending techniques to get an exact match. Most reputable experts agree that the average hood dent repair on a mid-size SUV can range from $600 to $1,500; however, aluminum or sensor-equipped hoods can push the cost past $2,000, especially if the damage is near structural seams or the paint has chipped. Motor1 reached out to Makayla via direct message and to Walmart via online contact form. Now Trending 'You Want a Porsche, You Gotta Pay Porsche Prices:' Woman Quoted $9,000 to Fix A/C in Porsche Cayenne. Should She Even Bother? 'Looked Forever For This Color:' Ohio Woman Buys Sonic Pearl Grey Honda Civic. Then She Notices Something Off About Her Mirrors 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 . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Miami Herald
14-07-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Mazda Drops Snazzy 2025 CX-90 Lease Deal for July
Having replaced the Mazda CX-9 for 2024, the CX-90 has upscale aspirations despite its mainstream price, a goal shared with the enormously popular Kia Telluride. This is nothing new for Mazda, which continually builds vehicles that possess a certain je ne sais quoi. As you might expect for its largest model, Mazda's CX-90 offers three rows of seats with 143 cubic feet of passenger space, although the third row is a bit of a tight squeeze. Fold it, and you'll expand the CX-90's 15-cubic-foot cargo hold to 40 cubic feet or about the same as the CX-70, which lacks a third row but is otherwise just as large and has a higher starting price. Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and charging are standard on most trims, with a 12.3-inch infotainment display operated by a dial on the center console. When it comes to power, most CX-90s come equipped with a turbocharged 3.3-liter inline six-cylinder engine mild-hybrid system generating 280 horsepower, or 340 horsepower on top-of-the-line S models. There's also the CX-90 2.5-liter four-cylinder Plug-in Hybrid that produces 323 horsepower. An eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive are standard on all models. Towing is rated at 5,000 pounds with the Towing Package, 3,500 pounds without it. For July, this massive Mazda has an equally attractive lease. You can be driving Mazda's largest, roomiest, and most luxurious three-row SUV for as little as $384 a month for 36 months with 10,000 miles a year. In all, you'll need $3,999 at lease signing for a 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Select with an MSRP of $38,045 and a $1,530 destination charge, based on a capitalized cost of $36,110. Don't have that kind of cash to put down? Your monthly payment will be a bit higher, at $495. Prefer the 2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV Preferred Plug-In Hybrid? It's offered at a very affordable $429 a month for a 36-month/30,000-mile lease with $3,999 due at lease signing. Given it has an MSRP of $49,945 plus $1,530 destination charge, it's a great deal. But why so cheap? Check out its capitalized cost of $40,555, which includes a $7,500 Lease Customer Cash offer not offered on other CX-90s. You'll even get the same 10,000 miles a year. Want a no-cash-down deal? It'll run about $540. If you're a current Mazda owner, you'll also get $1,000 towards the lease of a new 2025 Mazda CX-50, while those in the military, including their spouse or children, get a $500 cash bonus towards a new lease. All lease payments include a $650 acquisition fee, but exclude tax, title, license, and dealer options and charges. No security deposit is required. Keep in mind that, when leasing, consider the monthly payment cost, taxes, and fees before signing. Lease offers vary by metro market. Check your local pricing here. If you're considering leasing a CX-90, it's well worth going for the Plug-In Hybrid, which has an incentive that brings it close to the cost of conventional CX-90 models. It allows you to run solely on electricity for an EPA-rated 26 miles, or as a conventional hybrid, saving you money at the pump, too, although it does require premium fuel. Regardless of which CX-90 you choose, you'll have the chance to enjoy Mazda's biggest and best for a reasonable price. *Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. The information presented herein is based on manufacturer-provided lease offer information, which is subject to frequent change and may vary based on location, creditworthiness, and other factors. We are not a party to any lease agreements and assume no liability for the terms, conditions, availability, or accuracy of any lease offers mentioned. All terms, including but not limited to pricing, mileage allowances, and residual values, require direct verification with an authorized local OEM dealership. This article does not constitute financial advice or an endorsement of any particular lease or vehicle. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Business Insider
14-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
I'm a CEO and prepper. Preparing for the worst case gives me peace of mind at work and at home.
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Cody Barbo, founder and CEO of Trust and Will. It has been edited for length and clarity. At the start of 2020, I was living in San Diego near a military base. I started noticing guys in uniform buying carts of canned goods. No one was talking about COVID-19 yet, but I thought to myself, those military personnel probably knew something I didn't. My wife was about to have our first baby, who was eventually born on February 1, 2020. If something was going to happen, I needed to be prepared. So, I went to the store and bought about $600 worth of nonperishable food. I also went online and bought items like two-way radios, bottled water, and vehicle emergency kits. I wanted to be able to get out of the city, if needed, and live for two weeks off the grid. When the pandemic finally shut down the state of California, I felt very calm. I wasn't hoarding toilet paper like everyone else, because I already had what my family needed. Practical prepping is possible, even in a townhouse We've all seen extreme peppers. I'm not that — I like to think of myself as a practical prepper. When I first started prepping, I was living in a townhouse in California. I needed to compile what we needed, without my wife yelling at me for taking up our precious garage space. I bought six storage totes, which fit on two small shelves in our garage or in the back of my Kia Telluride. I wanted to be able to quickly grab the totes and fit them comfortably in the car with the family and our dog. I filled the totes with everything we'd need to survive two weeks: food, diapers, supplies for starting a fire and cooking, water filtration systems, first aid, gas masks, and more. I also bought two five-gallon tanks for water, and two for fuel. With a roof rack, those could fit on my car if we had to leave quickly. Just knowing we had that option gave my wife and me massive peace of mind. Prepping has everyday applications, and even helped our friends A lot has changed in five years. The pandemic passed, I moved to Dallas, and we had a second child. That means our prepping has changed. Texas has wild storms that can knock out electricity for days or even weeks. I've installed a solar energy system in my home and two backup power banks. I can control the breakers remotely, turning off non-essential functions so that we can have enough power for a few days if the grid is down. Recently, most of Dallas lost power. I invited my cofounder and his three kids over to our home, since we had backup power and they didn't. It was great to be able to not only care for my family but also host our friends. My prepping has practical benefits, too. Each of our cars has an emergency box filled with everything from diapers to dog gas masks. If I forget a snack for my 5-year-old, she loves to dip into the food in the emergency bin. My wife used a compressor from the box when she had a flat tire. I've utilized paper towels and a change of clothes when my infant son had an epic blowout. I troubleshoot worst-case scenarios at work, too I bring my prepper mindset to work, too. At home, I think about how we stay safe inside our home, secure the outside, and minimize vulnerabilities if we have to leave. At work, I think about securing the front door of the business, back door operations, and the people who work for me. A worst-case scenario might be hackers stealing our users' data and ransoming it for bitcoin. Well, we have insurance for that. We even have a planned order of operations if I or my cofounder dies. As a CEO, husband, and dad, I take security seriously. Preparing for things that could go wrong gives me the peace of mind to enjoy when everything is going well.
Edmunds
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- Edmunds
2026 Kia Telluride: Everything We Know
The Kia Telluride three-row SUV is arguably the brand's most important vehicle. That means there's a lot riding on the next-generation Telluride, which is set to debut later this year. Here's everything you need to know. A thorough exterior rework The current Telluride looks quite fresh despite being 6 years old, but the brand-new one will take things to a new level. A new set of spy shots reveals that the Telluride is going to be even boxier than before, with much larger headlight clusters that have details similar to those on the Kia EV9. The body sides look almost entirely flat, and there are sharp creases all over the prototypes spotted here. We can also clearly see pop-out door handles, and the rear also has a boxier, flatter design. The Telluride's recognizable upside-down L-shaped taillights are still here, but with a fresh look.
Car and Driver
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
2026 Kia Telluride Looks Chiseled in New Spy Photos
We spotted a fleet of next-generation Kia Tellurides while they were out conducting towing tests. Seen without bulky camouflage, the 2026 Telluride appears considerably more angular than the current model and sports a much more upright look. The spy photos show two distinct trims, including what looks to be the new X-Pro model. While having good looks wasn't the leading factor in landing the Kia Telluride on our 10Best list for six consecutive years, it certainly didn't hurt the three-row mid-size SUV's case. Now approaching its seventh model year, the Telluride is gearing up for a redesign, and a fleet of test models just gave us our best look yet at the SUV's new shape. KGP Photography | Car and Driver Even covered in a camouflage wrap, the redesigned Telluride is clearly more angular and upright than the current generation. The side profile takes on a similar silhouette to the Rolls-Royce Cullinan, albeit with a shorter hood and a less aggressive taper for the rear glass. This content is imported from Third party. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. KGP Photography | Car and Driver We spotted two distinct trims testing, including what looks to be the next version of the Telluride X-Pro. That model is wearing chunkier tires and comes with raised roof rails. The front bumpers are different, too, with the more rugged model sporting a chunky lattice pattern. The other model's grille wears simple vertical strakes. Both trims take on a more squared-off look, but the off-road model diverges by rocking recovery hooks. KGP Photography | Car and Driver We also got our first look at some of the next-gen Telluride's more intricate details, with the gas-powered SUV adopting the electric EV9 SUV's flush door handles. The headlights and taillights are also new and take on a more modern look that, again, resembles the EV9. Both the headlights and taillights now incorporate vertical LED elements that further accentuate the redesigned SUV's upright design. KGP Photography | Car and Driver Assuming the Telluride follows in lockstep with the new Hyundai Palisade, its platform mate, the Kia will gain a slightly longer wheelbase and slightly larger exterior dimensions. Given how close to production the test models look, we don't expect to wait long for the full reveal. Jack Fitzgerald Associate News Editor Jack Fitzgerald's love for cars stems from his as yet unshakable addiction to Formula 1. After a brief stint as a detailer for a local dealership group in college, he knew he needed a more permanent way to drive all the new cars he couldn't afford and decided to pursue a career in auto writing. By hounding his college professors at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he was able to travel Wisconsin seeking out stories in the auto world before landing his dream job at Car and Driver. His new goal is to delay the inevitable demise of his 2010 Volkswagen Golf. Read full bio This content is imported from Third party. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.
