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      2021 Ford Bronco Sport Can Be Upgraded with Added Accessories

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      Ford dealers can now install five accessory bundles on the 2021 Bronco Sport for customers who want to haul their outdoor equipment.
      The bundles include ski, bike, and kayak racks from Yakima, plus the option of a rooftop tent or cargo box.
      The 2021 Bronco Sport is on sale now, starting at $28,315.
      Ford’s Bronco outdoor lifestyle brand is in full force even though the 2021 Bronco SUV is delayed until the summer. However, the Bronco Sport is available now, and Ford will offer five dealer accessory bundles to tailor to Bronco Sport buyers’ adventure needs. Whether it’s biking, kayaking, skiing, or camping, Bronco Sport owners can get their Ford dealers to equip all sorts of goodies from Yakima.

      All five bundles feature roof rails from Yakima and Ford’s all-weather floor mats. The Bike bundle adds on a hitch-mounted bike rack and a roof basket with a net. The Water bundle is for shoppers who want to haul a kayak. It includes a locking kayak carrier and a pull-out awning. The Camping bundle also adds the awning as well as a Yakima two-person rooftop tent. The Snow bundle adds a ski rack up top and the Cargo bundle throws a Yakima 16-cubic-foot cargo box up top.

      2021 Bronco Sport Badlands Earns the Bronco Name

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      The Bronco Sport is built on the same platform as the Ford Escape, and it shares its powertrains as well: a 181-hp turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder is standard, while a 245-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder is optional. An eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive are both standard on all models, and the top-of-the-line Badlands model, much like Jeep’s Trailhawk models, comes equipped with all-terrain tires and a unique suspension tune with a 1.0-inch lift.
      The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport is on sale now starting at $28,315 and can cost up to $39,655 for the fully loaded Badlands model. Ford hasn’t yet announced prices for these dealer-installed packages.
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      2021 Nissan Kicks Gets Slight Price Hike, Starts at $20,650

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      The updated 2021 Nissan Kicks starts at $20,650 for the base S model.
      That’s a $430 increase from last year, and the refreshed version has newly standard features.
      The 2021 Kicks is at U.S. dealerships now.
      Nissan’s entry-level Kicks crossover is still cheap, but it’s a bit less cheap than last year. The updated 2021 Kicks now starts at $20,650, a $430 increase compared with the 2020 Kicks’ base price. That uptick seems fair given that it has newly standard features including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

      2021 Nissan Kicks Adds Features, Still Lacks AWD

      2021 Nissan Kicks Arrives with More Standard Tech

      The better-equipped SV trim is also a bit more expensive, starting at $22,450, a $600 increase. It now has a larger 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system and offers more optional driver-assistance and connectivity features than before. The SR starts at $23,090, a $620 increase, and is now offered with a $1200 Premium package that adds features including an upgraded audio system, faux-leather upholstery, and a heated steering wheel and heated seats.
      There are no mechanical changes to go along with the 2021 model’s visual updates and new features. All 2021 Nissan Kicks models still have the same 122-hp, 1.6-liter inline-four engine and continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) as before. Like competitors such as the Hyundai Venue and Kia Soul, front-wheel drive remains the sole drivetrain choice.
      Nissan says that 2021 Kicks models are already arriving at U.S. dealerships
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      New Honda CB350 Cafe Racer Name CB350RS – Leaked In New Teaser?

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      Honda CB350RS Cafe Racer Teaser
      The styling tweaks include black accents instead of chrome, a new tailpiece, and colour themes

      Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) took its time to develop a Royal Enfield challenger in the form of H’ness CB350 but is now already gearing up to spawn a variant extension. The Honda CB350 Cafe Racer has been teased once again in a build up to its unveil on February 16th.
      Honda CB350 Cafe Racer
      The H’ness CB350’s simple roadster body style with minimalist styling is a perfect to spawn an array of variants to cater to different tastes. The Cafe Racer with design tweaks would be targeting younger audience with a sportier appeal.
      From what can be seen from the teasers, the upcoming variant of the medium displacement retro-classic motorcycle features a new cantilevered tailpiece with compact LED taillight and mudguard mounted license plate and indicators.
      While the regular Honda CB350 embraces chrome appointments, Cafe Racer adopts black finish for the front and rear fenders, exhaust canister, rear shock absorber springs and the front fork. The new handlebar makes for a slightly sportier riding posture to suit the Cafe Racer styling. All other elements are shared with the regular model.
      Link to the teaser image reveals the name CB350RS
      The Name – Honda CB350RS
      Honda has revealed a new teaser today, and also launched a dedicated web-page on their official website of Big Wing. After taking a look at the page source of this new teaser website, you will notice that the name CB350RS is seen multiple times in the site’s coding as well as in the URL.
      Honda CB350RS name appears in the official website coding
      This indicates that the name of the CB350 based new motorcycle is likely going to be christened as CB350RS or CB 350 RS or CB350 RS. Whatever is the official name, it will be revealed on 16th Feb 2021, at the time of launch.
      Honda CB350RS Specifications
      The Honda CB350RS is powered by a 348 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine which is expected to be carried forward without any changes. The motor produces 21 hp and 30 Nm of torque, and is paired with a 5-speed gearbox. The frame and suspension setup, wheels and braking system remain the same but the tyres adopt different buttons to suit the new variant’s character. To recap, the motorcycle is equipped with front and rear disc brakes with standard dual-channel ABS system.
      Honda CB350RS Website
      The digi-analog instrument panel has been retained, and just like its sibling, the Honda CB350RS Cafe Racer will sport turn-by-turn navigation, music and telephone control supported by Bluetooth connectivity, and Honda Selectable Torque Control. Other noteworthy features include smartphone voice control, side stand engine cut-off, and battery health indicator.
      Honda BigWing
      The Honda CB350 RS Cafe Racer will be retailed exclusively through the brand’s BigWing premium dealership network. While this approach restricts its territorial coverage when compared to Royal Enfield motorcycles, Honda is working on significantly expanding its BigWing network across the country. Premium ownership experience is a part of the motorcycle’s appeal and BigWing goes a long way in ensuring that.
      More India-specific models on the way?
      At the time of launching the CB350, Honda hinted that a bigger thump is coming. While there are no specifics as of now, it is rumoured that a CB500 could be in the works. With heavy localization, a bigger engined Honda motorcycle with retro-classic styling would emerge as a compelling alternative to Royal Enfield’s ever-expanding twin-cylinder portfolio. More

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      Royal Enfield Cruiser KX650 Spied Again – Riding Stance Revealed

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      2021 Royal Enfield 650cc Cruiser. Credit – Abhinav Bhatt
      Likely to be called the Royal Enfield KX 650 – pricing expected to start from around Rs.3.5 lakhs

      Royal Enfield is actively testing the new 650 Cruiser, which is expected to launch later this year. It has been spied in a near production format recently by Abhinav Bhatt / Rishi Raj Saini. Latest spy shots shows the front angle in a much better way than before – revealing some hardware and styling cues.
      Features and Hardware
      The model on test draws its inspiration from the KX Bobber Concept which was on display at 2019 EICMA. Design elements include a rounded headlamp, split seating, tear drop shaped fuel tank and being a cruiser bike.
      Though there is no windscreen seen in this image, there will be one on offer, as can be seen there is fitting made for the same. The 650 Cruiser sits on alloy wheels fitted with tubeless tyres.
      Royal Enfield 650 cruiser gets suspension via upside down forks in the front and twin springs at the rear. Braking is through single discs at the front and rear with dual channel ABS offered as standard. Tripper Navigation System will also be a part of its features.
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      Being set to launch in the Cruiser segment, the new RE 650cc motorcycle sports a pillion backrest. One can also notice there is support on the rear for fitting accessories like panniers.
      Engine Specs
      The upcoming cruiser will share its engine lineup with the RE Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650. This 648cc, twin cylinder, air cooled engine makes 47 hp power and 52 Nm torque on the 650 Twins mated to a 6 speed gearbox. Set for launch in the months ahead, the RE Roadster 650 could be priced from Rs.3.5 lakhs and will take on the Kawasaki Vulcan S in its segment.
      The launch of the new 650 Cruiser is in line with an announcement that Royal Enfield had made a few weeks ago. As per that, the company will launch one new motorcycle every quarter, for the next 7 years. That means 4 new motorcycles launched every year. The new Meteor 350 was the first motorcycle which was launched under this new plan.
      Along with the 650 Cruiser, Royal Enfield plans to expand its Indian portfolio with bikes ranging from 250cc to 750cc. These will include the new-generation RE Classic 350, a 350cc version of the Interceptor motorcycle, updated version of the RE Himalayan, INT 650 and GT 650.

      New Royal Enfield 650cc Cruiser

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      Triumph Tiger 850 Sport Launch Price Rs 11.95L – Bookings Open At 50k

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      2021 Triumph Tiger 850 Sport
      Triumph Tiger 850 Sport sits below Tiger 900 GT to become the new entry level model of the range

      Triumph Motorcycle India has launched the new Tiger 850 Sport in the country replacing the base Tiger 900 in the company lineup. It is a more road focused model and gets its power from a 888cc in-line triple engine. It is priced from Rs 11.95 lakhs ex-sh. Bookings are open online, as well as at dealers for Rs 50k deposit.
      Dual Colour Options and Riding Modes
      Triumph Tiger 850 Sport will be the company’s entry-level offering in the adventure motorcycle segment. It was revealed globally in November 2020 and detailed recently on the company’s Indian website. Tiger 850 Sport will be seen in dual colour options of Graphite and Diablo Red and Graphite and Caspian Blue.
      The adventure tourer offers two riding modes namely Rain and Road. Tiger 850 Sport also gets a switchable traction control system. Underpinned by a lightweight modular frame, bolt on aluminum sub frame the new base variant weighs a total of 192 kg.
      On board features include LED lighting at the front and rear, a 5 inch full TFT screen, 19 inch front and 17 inch rear blacked out alloy wheels best suited for mild off-roading and highway rides, and dual channel ABS. The adventure tourer also sports a large fuel tank, and for better on-board ergonomics and rider comfort, a generously proportioned seat and swept back handlebars.
      2021 Triumph Tiger 850 Sport Specs
      Triumph Tiger 850 Sport Engine
      Triumph Tiger 850 Sport is powered by a 888cc, liquid cooled, in-line triple engine offering 85 hp power at 8,500 rpm and 82 Nm torque at 6,500 rpm. Transmission duties are handled by a 6 speed unit with slip and assist clutch. This engine claims to offer smooth and linear power at lower engine speeds and across rev range.
      Suspension setup includes 45mm Marzocchi USD fork in the front and gas charged monoshock at the rear with manual preload adjustment. Braking is taken care of by Brembo Stylema system measuring 320 mm in the front and 255 mm at the rear. The entry level Triumph Tiger 850 Sport will compete against the BMW F 750 GS in its segment and with the upcoming KTM 890 Adventure that is slated to launch later this year.
      Triumph India In 2021
      Mr. Shoeb Farooq, Business Head – Triumph Motorcycles India said: “We are excited to introduce the new member of the Tiger family; Triumph Motorcycles have been dominating the premium adventure segment in the country since the first Tiger made its way to the Indian shores and now with the launch of the new Tiger 850 sport, we extend the Tiger portfolio to 4 purposefully different motorcycles, at the same time strengthening our commitment to catering to premium adventure motorcyclists in the country.”
      Triumph Motorcycle entered 2021 with the launch of the Speed Triple 1200 RS on 26th Jan at INR 16.95 lakhs. The 1200RS is limited to just 30 units and bookings are on first-come-first-serve basis. Deliveries will commence by March end. The company also plans to bring in the more affordable Trident 660 by March 2021. Pre-bookings for Trident 660 are open at all Triumph India dealerships at an initial amount of INR 50,000. More

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      Two Wheeler Retail Sales Jan 2021 – Hero, Honda, Bajaj, TVS, RE, Jawa, BMW, Harley, Kawasaki

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      New Hero Splendor
      FADA reports two-wheeler retail sales for January 2021 at a a decline of 8.78 percent

      FADA has reported two-wheeler retail sales for January 2021. The data doesn’t include numbers from AP, MP, LD and TS, which are as yet to get on Vahan 4. Registration data was collated from 1,273 of 1,480 RTOs in collaboration with MoRTH as on February 7, 2021.
      As usual, the table sees Hero MotoCorp sit at the top at retail sales of 3,96,074 units at market dominance of more than a third. Retail sales did decline from 4,69,804 units YoY at 15.69 percent decline. Market share (MS) fell from 36.84 percent YoY at volume loss of 73,730 units. Hero’s MoM sales decline was steeper at 29.16 percent down from 5,59,118 units.
      Honda is secure at its vantage point at 3,02,329 retail units. Decline is reported at 2.76 percent, down about 8.6k units from just under 3.11 lakh units. MS is reported at a quarter of the market at 25.99 percent. MoM sales decline is reported at 13.54 percent, down from 3,49,686 units.The leading duo accounted for 60 percent of two-wheeler retails last month.
      Royal Enfield retails in January 2021 positive
      TVS reported 3.85 percent decline, down at 1,76,307 units from 1,83,372 units at volume loss of juts over 7k units. market share was reported at 15.16 percent. Bajaj retails fell to 1,30,735 units from 1,53,195 units. Volume loss of over 22k units equated to sales decline of 14.66 percent.
      Two Wheeler Retail Sales Jan 2021. Source – FADA
      Royal Enfield retails are in the green at 2.68 percent growth. Retails rose to 54,461 units from 53,038 units at volume gain of 1,423 units at 4.68 percent MS. Suzuki reported decline of 7.12 percent. Sales fell to 46,611 units from 50,186 units.
      Yamaha stayed in the green at 8.20 percent growth. Retails were up at 44,511 units from 5,329 units. Piaggio retails remained under 5k units at 4,511 units. Decline is reported at 15.35 percent at volume loss of 818 units, down from 5,329 units.
      Electric two wheeler sales improved
      Jawa retails declined sharply at 41.58 percent. Retails were down at 2,285 units, down from 3,911 units at volume loss of 1,626 units. That equates to MS of .20 percent. BMW Motorrad retails improved at 351 units, up from 303 units at 15.84 percent gain. Kawasaki retails more than halved at 120 units, down from 303 units.
      Two Wheeler Retail Sales Jan 2021. Source – FADA
      Triumph retails are reported at 63 units, down from 101 units. Harley in its restructured avatar reported 27 units sold, down from 258 units. The company currently operates 11 dealerships. Ducati sales was reported at 10 units, down from 37 units.
      Other/Electric two-wheeler sales are clubbed at 4,771 units. That’s sales growth of 54.95 percent, up from 3,079 units at volume gain of 1,692 units. Total retails were reported at a decline of 8.78 percent, down at 11,63,322 units, down from 12,75,308 units. Volume loss stood at just over 1.11 lakh units. The report does miss data from a handful of manufacturers including the Mahindra, and Benelli motorcycles. More

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      New Tesla Electric Car Testing To Start This Year – Could Be Named Model 2

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      Tesla Model 2 render. Credit – JULIEN JODRY/TWITTER
      This compact electric car is likely to be positioned as an entry-level product from Tesla and will be based on the same platform as Model 3

      Tesla has reached a point in its business endeavours that it could very well project itself as a mass manufacturing mainstream automaker in the future. While its Model 3 sedan is currently the most popular electric car worldwide, its latest offering- Model Y, is set to overhaul the former to become even more popular.
      This could be further established by the company developing an affordable electric car worth $25,000 (equivalent to INR 18.22 lakh). Latest reports surfaced on the internet suggest that Tesla might soon commence testing trials for the upcoming compact car which has been labeled as a ‘Future Product’ in its Q4 FY 2020 Update Letter.
      Tesla Compact EV
      The company, however, has not yet officially confirmed the development of the said vehicle. As per a report published in a Chinese media outlet, Tesla is expected to begin road tests for this upcoming EV in the coming months, most probably in the latter half of this year in China. The report further mentions that this car could make an appearance at the Guangzhou Auto Show later this year.
      Specifications about this upcoming compact EV are still in the dark and are expected to be revealed in months to come. However, it has been revealed that it will be designed by locally hired talent in China. This would allow the EV giant to develop this model in a budget.
      2021 Tesla Model S
      In all likelihood, Tesla would target the working class as the primary consumer base for this product hence it requires to be cost-effective. The EV is expected to offer modest performance and a range of about 350-450 km on a single charge.
      Design-wise, this EV is likely to be positioned as a compact hatchback which is based on the platform as Model 3. This should provide the upcoming EV with ample space inside the cabin. Furthermore, reports mention that the car could be produced at Gigafactory in Shanghai although exact details as to the exact area where its assembly line will be set up are still unknown.
      Tesla In India
      This development comes in the backdrop of Tesla looking to expand its global footprints by setting foot in emerging markets like India. Last month, the company officially announced that it would enter the Indian market with its headquarter set up in Bangalore.
      While its manufacturing facility could be established in either of the two major ports of Kandla and Mundra in the state of Gujarat. The first product in India will be the Model 3 electric sedan which is expected to be followed by the launch of Model Y electric crossover. In 2020, Telsa manufactured and delivered about 5 lakh electric cars globally.
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      Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Rendered – Rival To Honda CB 350 Scrambler

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      Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Render
      The new Royal Enfield 350 roadster is expected to be pitched as a sportier alternative to the new Classic

      The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is one of the several new thumpers which are waiting to be launched later this year. Prototypes of the new 350 cc neo-classic roadster are being spotted on public roads frequently as the company has stepped up testing and validation process.
      Royal Enfield Hunter 350 rendered
      A speculative rendering of the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 has emerged online based on the spy shots. Being a product with no lineage, Royal Enfield designers had completely freedom to choose the direction and they chose well.
      With blacked out components, alloy wheels and Tripper Navigation system, the Hunter 350 has a modern appeal while also embracing traditional roadster elements like a circular headlamp, a simple slender fuel tank and a minimalist tailpiece.
      Finer details are still under wraps as the prototypes are not fully production ready but we like the short and sleek exhaust canister which angles upwards. As the rendering demonstrates, dual-tone colour themes would go very well with the Hunter 350’s simple yet elegant styling.
      Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Spied
      Specs at a glance
      The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is a derivative of the Chennai-based motorcycle maker’s new modular J platform which debuted with the Meteor 350. At the heart of the modern platform is a new 349 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine which is tuned to develop 20.2 hp and 27 Nm of torque. Transmission is a 5-speed unit. We don’t expect any changes to the powertrain on board the Hunter.
      The upcoming Royal Enfield roadster appears to be equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels at either end. The front and rear disc brakes are most likely to be governed by a standard dual-channel ABS. As the spy shots confirmed, suspension system comprises traditional front telescopic fork and twin rear shock absorbers.
      Market positioning
      Royal Enfield has been an indisputable leader in the Indian medium displacement segment. The Classic 350 has been the star performer and this is not likely to change moving forward. So, the Hunter would be pitched as a slightly sportier alternative to the next generation Classic 350. The new motorcycle would be aiming to bring more young riders to the RE umbrella.
      Royal Enfield Hunter
      The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 will be positioned to take on the Honda H’ness CB350 which will soon spawn a cafe racer / scrambler derivative.
      Other new RE motorcycles in the pipeline
      Royal Enfield is also working on an all-new Classic 350, a 650 cruiser and a roadster which is likely to be a spiritual successor to the Classic 500. The produce onslaught is expected to commence in the first quarter of this year and involve big ticket launches at regular intervals for a long time to come. The existing Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 are due for an update too.

      2021 Royal Enfield Hunter

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