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      Royal Enfield 650 Custom Made Cafe Racer Looks Rad

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      Royal Enfield 650 ‘Project Serum’ By MoTeycycle Garage
      Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is retailed in six variants and is currently priced at Rs 2.67 lakh and Rs 2.88 lakh (ex-showroom)

      Royal Enfield bikes and aftermarket customisation go hand in hand. The versatility in architecture and simplistic stock design are the prime reasons for the brand’s popularity in the aftermarket industry. Not just in India, Royal Enfield has earned its reputation as a friendly customisable brand of motorcycles in overseas markets as well.
      The latest example of RE Interceptor 650 is also one such case that comes from shores far away. Named Project Serum, this Interceptor has been modified into an attractive cafe racer by a Philippines-based automotive workshop called MoTeycycle Garage.
      Design Updates
      In terms of its design, the modified Interceptor 650 takes certain cues from its twin sibling Continental GT 650 as it itself sports a cafe racer styling. This includes a single-piece seat curved at the pillion’s end and a clip-on handlebar.
      It receives a new round headlight wrapped by a fighter-jet inspired cowl. Stock turn indicators have been replaced by smaller LED turn indicators. The motorcycle now gets a custom paint job covering the bike in black and grey with ‘Royal Enfield’ branding on the fuel tank.
      Royal Enfield 650 ‘Project Serum’ By MoTeycycle Garage
      Furthermore, the engine assembly too gets a new paint job with a darkish grey finish, which looks stylish. Two exhaust pipes protrude out of the engine head, however, unlike the stock Interceptor 650, this one gets dual exhaust pipes on the same side.
      The tail section of the motorcycle has been chopped off with new LED turn indicators at rear. Footpegs have been painted in black although their positioning remains same.
      Other aftermarket components include blacked-out rear shock absorbers and fork gaiters at front. It rides on custom-built wire-spoked wheels with white rims wrapped around by block-pattern tyres. Features such as brakes and instrument console have been left untouched. Overall, the modification looks quite tasteful.
      Royal Enfield 650 ‘Project Serum’ By MoTeycycle Garage
      Mechanical Specs
      No tinkering has been done to the bike’s mechanical configurations. It is powered by a 648cc air/oil-cooled, parallel-twin engine which returns an output of 47 bhp and 52 Nm of peak torque. This unit comes paired with a 6-speed gearbox with a slipper clutch. It is based on a Steel tubular double cradle while suspension duties are handled by conventional telescopic forks and twin gas-charged shock absorbers at rear.
      Royal Enfield is currently planning to give a mild update to both its 650cc Twins in the near future. Test mules of Continental GT have also been spotted on numerous occasions in recent times. The update, however, is expected to be on cosmetic lines mostly. More

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      Kia Electric Crossover EV6 First Official Teasers – LED Lights Detailed

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      Kia EV6
      The Kia EV6 adopts a brand new design philosophy which gets rid of the trademark Tiger Shark grille

      Kia has released a teaser of its first EV to be born of a dedicated electric vehicle platform. Dubbed as the Electric-Global Modular Platform or E-GMP, the flexible architecture is set to be the backbone of the South Korean automaker’s future product portfolio, starting with the EV6 crossover.
      Kia EV6
      The Kia EV6 is not only the first battery electric vehicle to be developed on E-GMP it is also the first vehicle to feature the brand’s new design philosophy which has been realigned with the shifting focus towards electrification. Speaking about the new design philosophy, Kia’s senior VP and head of Kia Global Design Center Karim Habib stated that the aim was to design the physical experience of Kia brand with bold, original and inventive electric vehicles.
      Kia has also unveiled its rather simple naming strategy for its upcoming range of fully electric vehicles. The common prefix EV leaves no doubt about the nature of powertrain while the number 6 denotes the position of the vehicle in the global portfolio. All the future BEVs from Kia will be featuring this alfa-numeric nomenclature.
      What to expect?
      The Kia EV6 is set to make its world premiere during the first quarter of 2021 and that means, we should be seeing the car in its full glory sometime before the end of this month. Details are pretty scarce as of now.
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      From what we see in the teaser, the new design language phases out the quintessential Tiger Shark grille element and replaces it with a narrow slot. With no IC engine to be cooled down, the designers could emphasis more on aerodynamic efficiency. Angular LED headlamps and curvy bonnet characterize the front fascia.
      The sporty silhouette a near flat roof and steeply raked C-pillar reminds us of the Toyota C-HR. Rear combination lamps appears to run across the width of the car and them some more. Finer details are under wraps but we will know soon. We expect the vehicle to have grounds up interior design as well. We won’t be surprised to see more than one display screens with wide range of functionalities.
      The Kia EV6 is expected to be offered with a range of pure electric powertrains with different outputs and ranges to cover a wide audience base. Keeping up with the trend, the EV6 is likely to be equipped with ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) features such as Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keeping Assist, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Park Assist, and so on.
      Kia’s next generation range of electric vehicles will eventually make it to India, but we don’t expect them to be here in a hurry. The next launch from Kia in India is going to be an MPV, which will be based on Seltos platform. This new MPV will launch sometime early next year. More

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      Ola Electric Scooter Plant Future Plans – Important Facts Detailed

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      Ola Electric Scooter Plant – Future
      Ola electric scooter could be a game changer in an industry that’s struggling for volumes

      Looking at the number of electric two-wheeler manufacturers that have started operations in recent times, it doesn’t feel very different from a gold rush. However, barring a few, most such companies are yet to register strong sales numbers. This segment will soon have another rival in the form of Ola Electric that has made ambitious plans to take electric two-wheelers mainstream.
      Ola electric scooter design and features
      As may be recalled, Ola Cabs had acquired Netherlands-based Etergo last year, as part of its plans to enter the electric two-wheeler segment. From initial impressions, Ola electric scooter looks similar to Etergo AppScooter. However, Ola has said that the Indian version has been completely reengineered to suit Indian conditions.
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      Ola electric scooter looks cute with its twin-pod LED headlight, surrounded by an LED strip. The front section has OLA logo in the centre and sleek rectangular turn indicators towards the bottom. Overall, the design is minimalistic, which indicates that the scooter is focused on utility and performance.
      Details about the battery pack to be used for Ola electric scooter are yet to be revealed. The one on Etergo AppScooter was a swappable unit that offered a range of up to 240 km. Talking about Ola electric scooter, it could have a top speed of more than 100 kmph. However, this will be confirmed only after Ola reveals the details. If the scooter will have swappable batteries, Ola could be parallely working to build the required infrastructure.
      Ola Electric Scooter
      Ola electric scooter plant
      Ola is currently in the process of building a supersize factory in Tamil Nadu, which will be the largest two-wheeler manufacturing facility on the planet. When it’s complete by 2022, it will be capable of manufacturing 10 million vehicles per year.
      Ola has stated that when working at full capacity, the plant will be able to produce a scooter every two seconds. In phase I that’s currently in progress, production capacity will be 2 million units.
      Ola’s plant will involve investments worth Rs 2,400 crore and it is expected to create 10,000 jobs. It will be one of the most advanced manufacturing facilities, built on the principles of sustainable manufacturing. The plant will focus extensively on automation, which will be achieved through the use of advanced machinery and around 3,000 robots.
      With its massive plant, Ola may be aiming to achieve economies of scale. This will help reduce cost of its electric scooter, making it more attractive to users. Ola electric scooter will not only take on rivals such as Bajaj Chetak, Ather 450X and TVS iQube, but will also target the current breed of ICE-based scooters. Ola may also have plans to target export markets in a big way. More

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      2022 Audi Q4 e-tron EV Previewed, Will Have Augmented-Reality Head-Up Display

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      Audi has released information about its upcoming 2022 Q4 e-tron compact electric SUV, wrapped in camouflage ahead of its full unveiling in April.
      The Q4 e-tron offers an augmented-reality head-up display. cargo space behind the front seats nearly as large as that of the 2021 Audi Q5, and the choice of sustainable materials for the interior.
      The 2022 Q4 e-tron will go into production by the end of this year and land in U.S. showrooms in early 2022.
      Audi’s on a roll with the e-tron line. The 2022 Q4 e-tron is the fourth e-tron electric vehicle from the German automaker coming to the United States, and it’s entering the coveted compact-SUV space. Based on the Volkswagen Group’s MEB platform, the electric SUV boasts cargo space behind the front seats that’s nearly on par with the 2021 Audi Q5 and has a new augmented-reality HUD system with a flying arrow that assists with navigation.

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      As is their modus operandi, the production version of the 2022 Q4 e-tron is initially being shown off covered in camouflage. But even with all the orange and white, it’s clear the exterior design of the vehicle is extremely close to the Q4 e-tron concept the automaker showed off in 2019. With a wheelbase of 108.7 inches and a length of 180.7 inches, the Q4 e-tron has nearly the same exterior dimensions as the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, which also rides on the MEB platform, although the Audi is about one inch shorter.
      But while VW is going for a more minimalist approach, Audi’s Q4 e-tron interior is reflective of the luxury brand. The Q4 e-tron has a 10.3-inch instrument cluster housing the all-digital “virtual cockpit” we’ve seen from the automaker for the past few years. In the dash, the latest version of the automaker’s MMI infotainment system is housed in either a standard 10.1-inch display or an optional 11.6-inch display. Fans of actual tangible buttons will be happy to know that the climate controls are operated via physical buttons directly below the infotainment screen while the gear shifter, drive mode, and media control buttons are housed in a floating center console with room underneath for storage.

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      On the windshield, Audi is introducing an augmented-reality head-up display (HUD) similar to what Mercedes has added to the latest version of MBUX. In addition to the usual projected driving information, the Q4 e-tron will superimpose navigation elements onto the windshield. Information about upcoming intersectoins will be projected in addition to a dynamic floating arrow that appears ahead of route actions. For example, it will appear ahead of a turn at an intersection to help the driver stay on the correct route. It should be helpful particularly in roundabouts and at complex intersections with more than the typical four roads.
      The interior will be available in the traditional leather/faux-leather mixture with the option of nappa leather throughout. As with nearly all EVs, there is a more sustainable interior solution, a mixture of faux eather and Dinamica microfiber, which is made from 45 percent recycled textiles and plastic bottles. Audi says the result is a material that looks and feels like suede.

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      Cargo-wise, with the rear seats down, the 2022 Q4 e-tron has 52.6 cubic feet of space, which is nearly on par with the larger 2021 Audi Q5’s 53.1 cubic feet of cargo space behind the front seats. With the rear seats up, the Q4 e-tron has 18.4 cubic feet of cargo space.
      While pricing and range information haven’t been shared yet, the 2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge is likely the closest competitor to the Q4 e-tron in the luxury compact electric SUV space. The Audi is 6.5 inches longer and has 5.2 inches more total cargo space than the electric Volvo.
      Audi didn’t share motor or battery specs. It’s likely saving that information for the reveal of the vehicle next month. Pricing information is also unavailable, but we predict that the 2022 Audi Q4 e-tron will start at around $55,000. Audi is expected to place the Q4 e-tron into production by the end of this year with vehicle deliveries expected to begin in early 2022.
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      KTM 390 Custom Motorcycle By Rajputana Is Ready For Track

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      KTM 390 Kush by Rajputana Customs
      The KTM 390 Kush custom motorcycle receives aftermarket Brembo brake kit, new fuel tank, a rear sub-frame and slick tyres

      Rajputana Customs is known for some of the most tasteful custom motorcycles ever to have come from India. From Triumphs to Harley Davidsons to Royal Enfields, the Jaipur-based outfit has come up with some beautiful projects both independently and in collaboration with the OEMs. Latest bespoke motorcycle to get the Rajputana treatment is a KTM 390 which goes by the name Kush.
      KTM 390 Kush
      Commissioned by one Kush Bhansali, the KTM 390 Kush custom motorcycle hardly has any visual relationship with the donor motorcycle in a typical Rajputana fashion. The most significant visual feature of the custom KTM 390 is its new muscular fuel tank in a unique brown paint job. The pronounced knee indents with black plastic padding add to the sporty appeal.
      While the motorcycle retains the trellis frame which is now painted in grey instead of the flashy, Rajputana customs has equipped it with a completely bespoke rear sub-frame which appears to be made of machined aluminium.
      It also doubles up as a tailpiece and accommodates a thin saddle and custom LED taillight. A shield like panel at the front houses eccentrically placed LED headlight elements. An edgy engine cowl round off the minimal bodywork.
      KTM 390 Kush by Rajputana Customs
      Salient features
      While technical details are not available, one look is all you need to know that this motorcycle has no intentions of being road legal. The motorcycle eschews turn indicators and is equipped with slick track spec tyres.
      The aggressive clip-on handlebars and rear-set foot pegs makes for a sporty riding posture. The KTM 390 comes factory fitted with top-shelf WP suspension system which the custom motorcycle builders opted not to fiddle with but the 17-inch wheels were ditched in favor of custom spoke units.
      While the front and rear brake discs appear to have been carried forward, the master cylinder and circuit have been upgraded to aftermarket Brembo kit. The dual-channel ABS system seems to be retained. Like any other quintessential Rajputana mod, the KTM 390 Kush sports bespoke exhaust pipe with a golden tipped sleek black canister.
      KTM 390 Kush by Rajputana Customs
      Engine
      There are no obvious evidence of any engine related modifications but that is not surprising. The stock 373.2 cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder motor with its 44 hp and Nm of torque already has ample performance to boot. The custom motorcycle is devoid of several components of the stock bike, making it lightweight. So, even without any performance enhancement, the Kush should be peppier than the stock motorcycle.
      Pricing details of the modification are not available but given the extent of changes and new components, we estimate the project to have costed over INR 1 lakh. It would have taken quite a few weeks to execute.

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      2022 Hyundai Tucson Base Price Rises by $1250, Hybrid Starts at $30,235

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      The new 2022 Hyundai Tucson starts at $26,135 for the base SE trim level.
      The hybrid model starts at $30,235 and is a new addition to the lineup.
      2022 Tucsons will start arriving at dealerships within the next few months.
      The redesigned 2022 Hyundai Tucson appears to offer more than its predecessor, so it’s no surprise that pricing is up for the new model. It starts at $26,135, a $1250 increase from last year’s Tucson, and prices range up to above $38,000 for a loaded version of the new hybrid variant. A plug-in-hybrid version of the Tucson is also on its way, but Hyundai has not yet released pricing.

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      All nonhybrid versions of the 2022 Tucson come with a 2.5-liter inline-four with 187 horsepower and an eight-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is a $1400 option for all trims. In addition to the base SE ($26,135), options include include the SEL (starting at $27,685), N-Line (starting at $31,785), and Limited (starting at $35,885). Unlike the Sonata and Elantra N-Line models, the Tucson N-Line does not have any performance upgrades and instead amounts to an appearance package.
      The Tucson hybrid comes standard with all-wheel drive and a gas-electric drivetrain that uses turbocharged 1.6-liter inline-four gasoline engine and a six-speed automatic transmission. It’s more expensive than the nonhybrid, starting at $30,235 for the base Blue model. It also offers better-equipped SEL ($32,835) and Limited ($38,535) models. EPA fuel-economy estimates are not yet available, but we expect a combined rating of around 36 mpg.
      Hyundai already began production of the 2022 Tucson in Alabama, which means that units should start arriving at dealerships soon. Reservations are now open on the Hyundai website.
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      2022 Ford F-Series Super Duty Trucks Get Bigger Screens

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      The 2022 Ford F-Series Super Duty pickups will be available with a new horizontally oriented 12.0-inch touchscreen first seen on the 2021 F-150.
      Ford isn’t giving the Super Duty trucks any significant visual changes like the new F-150, though, just new color choices and appearance packages.
      The 2022 F-250, F-350, and F-450 will be on sale this summer.
      Ford is upping its screen game to compete with Ram’s vertically oriented touchscreens. The 2021 Ford F-150 got a slight overhaul with a new available horizontally oriented 12.0-inch screen (the same size as Ram’s), and now the Super Duty models, which get no other changes besides colors and appearance packages, will arrive for the 2022 model year with the bigger screens available, too. The 2021 F-150 is on sale now, and the 2022 Super Duty trucks will arrive this summer.

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      To get the new 12.0-inch touchscreen you’ll have to select the Lariat model or above. They use Ford’s Sync 4 infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability. However, the Super Duty trucks don’t get the available 12.0-inch digital gauge cluster from the F-150. F-Series Super Duty XL models come standard with a 4.2-inch screen while XLTs get the previous model year’s 8.0-inch screen with Sync 3. Chevy and GMC’s heavy-duty trucks only have up to 8.0-inch screens available.

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      The only visual tweaks for the 2022 Super Duty pickups include a new Atlas Blue exterior color, a Baja interior color for the Lariat, Navy Pier and Light Slate interiors for the Limited models, and some appearance packages for the F-250 and F-350. The new Lariat sport appearance package matches the Lariat model’s bumpers, mirrors, and grille with the exterior color and equips chrome exhaust tips and black running boards. Meanwhile, the black appearance package, previously only on the Lariat, is now available on the XLT. It includes black 20-inch wheels, body-colored bumpers and grille, running boards, and blacked-out Ford badges.
      The Ford Super Duty comes standard with a 6.2-liter V-8 that produces 385 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque, though a 430-hp 7.3-liter V-8 and 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel V-8 with 475 horsepower and 1050 lb-ft of torque are both available. Either rear- or four-wheel drive is available, as is a six- or 10-speed automatic transmission. Super Duty trucks can tow up to 24,200 pounds, but reach 37,000 pounds with a fifth-wheel and gooseneck hitch.
      The 2022 Ford F-Series Super Duty trucks will be on sale this summer. Ford declined to comment on when they’ll receive a refresh with the new Pro Power Onboard generators available on the 2021 F-150.

      Tested: Chevy, Ford, and Ram HD Pickup Pull-Off

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      GMC Hummer EV SUV Will Debut April 3

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      The SUV version of the GMC Hummer EV will debut April 3.
      We already got an idea of what it will look like from a GM EV presentation.
      The debut will occur online and during the NCAA Final Four broadcast at 5 p.m. on April 3.
      The Hummer electric pickup’s SUV stablemate will be shown to the world soon, as GMC has announced that it will make its debut April 3. The reveal will happen at 5 p.m. Eastern time both online and during the NCAA Final Four basketball game broadcast.

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      We’ve already gotten glimpses of the SUV version’s overall shape thanks to a GM presentation about future electric models, where this new bodystyle was clearly visible behind one of the presenters. It has the same face as the Hummer EV pickup, and we also expect it to share its platform, powertrain, and basic specs with the truck. That means it should offer the same three-motor EV3X and two-motor EV2X and EV2 models.
      The same removable roof panels seen on the truck will likely be found on the SUV so that it can compete with models such as the Jeep Wrangler and Ford Bronco. The key differences between the truck and the SUV will be found inside, where the Hummer SUV may offer a third row of seats. The SUV also looks to have a spare tire mounted on the tailgate according to a teaser silhouette GMC released.

      GMC

      We expect the Hummer SUV to follow the pickup truck’s arrival by at least a year. With production of the loaded First Edition models scheduled to start this fall, the SUV likely won’t go on sale until late 2022 or early 2023. GMC says it will have more information to share later on about the Hummer SUV’s specs and on-sale date.
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