$-$El is interested in purchasing a new car and is considering some type of sport utility vehicle $($SUV$).$ He enjoys outdoor activities such as bicycling, king, camping, and kayaking. Kal$-$El wants a vehicle that can accommodate his outdoor activity equipment. After conducting some online research id visiting dealerships, Kal$-$El has narrowed his decision to three brands: Subaru, Nissan, and Kia. Each company offers distinct product features, ut Kal$-$El is especially interested in Kia because it warrants its vehicles for $100,000$ miles. This example demonstrates the impact of which factors as art of the external environment?

Political and legal

Competitive

Social

Technological