by Gabrielle DeSantis

We know that you’re out there, Kia Soul fans, and we have some good news. The 2022 Kia Soul is on the way with a few juicy upgrades. However, we also have some bad news. One beloved feature is saying goodbye. 

What’s new with the 2022 Kia Soul? 

We will get straight to the point. The 2022 Kia Soul is losing its option for a manual transmission. To be fair, you may not have even known that it existed. However, this sporty little box is pretty fun to drive, and the manual transmission made it even better.

But the entry-level Kia Soul gains a new technology package that includes new alloy wheels and active safety features. You get blind-spot monitoring, collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure steering assistance, and a driver attention warning system. 

According to Cars.com, the 2022 Soul is also getting a few minor styling tweaks, including the new badge. Also, the more fluid version of the Kia nameplate can be spotted on the hood, liftgate, and wheel center caps.  

The LX trim or the base trim gains a slightly larger 8-inch multimedia screen, and higher trim levels get a 10.25-inch display. It includes navigation and Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. Higher trims also gain dual-zone automatic climate control, push-button start, a wireless phone charger, and dual USB charge ports. 

How does the Soul perform? 

The 2022 Kia Soul will carry over the same engine options from the previous model year. The base engine is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder option that provides 147 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque. You can upgrade to the 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine for 201 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque. 

According to Edmunds, the Kia Soul can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in about 8.8 seconds. It has plenty of power for daily commutes and is more than expected. The steering is responsive, and the cornering is pretty sporty, but the brake pedal is a little sensitive. 

But one drawback involves the fact that the Soul isn’t available with all-wheel drive. You may have to stay home during snow days. Also, it can only tow up to 2,000 lbs. It’s actually one of the hardest working options in its class, though. 

Compared to rivals, the 2022 Soul has a pretty smooth ride over bumps. At higher speeds, wind noise may enter the cabin, but it’s not too loud. Also, tire noise can be heard on the highway. Otherwise, the ride is composed and confident. 

What are the Soul’s features like? 

You can get started in a 2022 Kia Soul for about $29,365. This is a price increase of $100 over the previous model year. Other trims have increased by about $800. These prices include the destination fee. The Kia Soul gets an EPA-estimated 29 mpg in the city and up 35 mpg on the highway, which is excellent. 

There are 24.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats with up to 62.1 cubes total. The amount of space is decent for its class. There are plenty of bins and cubbies to organize your things. 

The interior features a simple and intuitive layout. You’ll find that the seats are well-padded, and the rear seatback angle is pretty comfortable. Plus, the front seat easily adjusts to fit drivers of all sizes, and the touchscreen is straightforward to use. 

The Kia Soul was last redesigned in 2020, so it’s a bit early for a refresh. However, the 2022 model still gained notable tech and safety features to be excited about. It’s one heck of an affordable option.

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by Gabrielle DeSantis

Massey Ferguson is a popular tractor brand worldwide. It’s one of the more well-known brands both here in the states as well as abroad. However, no tractor model is perfect. These are the most common Massey Ferguson tractor problems. 

Massey offers a range of different models. In fact, it’s not easy pinpointing which problems are the most common among owners and operators of Massey Ferguson. We’ve done a deep dive into various forums and websites like It Still Runs and tracked down some common issues with Massey Ferguson tractor models. 

Massey Ferguson tractors get stuck in gear

Cornish holiday spot: P-reg Massey Ferguson tractor, worryingly the same age as me. Wonder who's ageing better?! pic.twitter.com/YP6MYEbZFn

— Tim Pollard (@TimPollardCars) July 21, 2016

Although this is largely a tractor brand with an admirable reputation, Massey Ferguson tractors do come up lame from time to time. It Still Runs reports that one of the most common Massey Ferguson tractor problems is a stuck gear. 

This is a particularly troublesome equipment issue. If a tractor is stuck in gear, then it can’t do anything. A tractor out of commission could mean pushing hours or days of work behind schedule. Farming is typically a time-sensitive business, the daily workload ebbing and flowing with the constantly changing seasons. 

It’s pretty important to get your tractor back in working condition as soon as possible. The Massey Ferguson transmission operates with two shift rails with a lock on the back of the shift fork. The lock prevents the two gears from simultaneous selection. 

What to do if you have gear shifting problems with your Massey Ferguson tractor

Over the duration of its life, the spring that keeps the shift lever down wears out due to the constant motion of shifting gears. If the spring wears down to the point of losing tension, the shift lever is liable to slip into an incorrect shift rail. Then, the lock keeps the shifter from going back to the right position and the gear gets stuck.

Owners and operators of a Massey Ferguson tractor with this issue will need to get the shift lever back to the neutral position. It’s important to work on your tractor on level ground to avoid any unnecessary stress on the transmission. With both shifters in neutral, take out the filler plug and take a peek inside for a view of the stuck gear and the shift fork. 

This issue is potentially a relatively easy fix

Push in the clutch then use a long screwdriver to free the locked up gear. According to It Still Runs, if it’s stuck in reverse apply forward pressure. If it’s jammed in first or third gear, push the gear backward; push it forward if it’s stuck in second gear push forward. 

“Commonly, when shifting gears a user slightly raises the lever in the process. This may be avoided by using the open palm of your hand to select “neutral” between shifts before grasping the lever to put it into gear.”

It Still Runs

If you push too hard, then it will get stuck in the opposite gear, so use caution during this step. After the shifter is back in the center, then it’s been freed into the neutral position and should move up and down through the gear easily once more. To avoid this common Massey tractor problem, both mindful shifting and replacing the spring as needed are helpful. 

Other common problems

Farmers Weekly shared information it received from a Massey Ferguson tractor specialist with years of experience working as a mechanic on both new and used Massey tractors. Some Massey tractor models (he often sees 6480 models with this issue) end up seeing fuel pump failure, ultimately leading to costly major repairs. 

Flywheel dampers, brakes, and hand brakes wear down over time and typically require regular maintenance. In addition, the Massey mechanic also told Farmers Weekly that he regularly sees tractors for solenoid work to repair the Dyna-6 transmission range changes. Other components like the rear differential or spool valve detents on the 6400-series. 

In addition, most Massey tractor models usually see linkage top arm splines will wear down and need preventative maintenance to ensure they don’t accumulate enough wear that they slip and break the castings. Plus, the mechanic also says that the clutch switch on 6200-series tractors and on will act up or throw a code. Usually replacing the switch solves the problem.

Is Massey Ferguson an American tractor brand? 

According to It Still Runs, Massey Ferguson began producing tractors in 1958. Overall, this is a North American tractor brand that’s known to produce long-lasting quality tractors. It’s one in a portfolio of several tractor brands under the AGCO corporate umbrella. 

The Massey Ferguson tractor brand started out as a merger between a Canadian company and another one in the UK. The headquarters moved from Brantford, Ontario to Buffalo New York. Then, the Massey Ferguson headquarters landed in Duluth, Georgia following its AGCO ownership.

Massey Ferguson tractors are sold worldwide. In general, it’s a brand that makes a good solid tractor. However, like any other machine, they need regular maintenance. According to owners, mechanics, and critics alike, these are some of the most common Massey Ferguson tractor problems.

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