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      Hyundai Sadly Deals Death Knell to the Veloster N

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      The Hyundai Veloster N will not return for the 2023 model year, the company announced today.Hyundai said the decision is due to the introduction of the Elantra N and Kona N.The Accent subcompact sedan is also getting the axe after the 2022 model year.It’s a sad day for driving enthusiasts everywhere as we all learn of the passing of the Hyundai Veloster N. Well, after the 2022 model year, that is. Hyundai today announced that the fun and funky three-door hot hatchback will not return for 2023.

      The decision to kill off the Veloster N is due to the introduction of the new Elantra N and Kona N, says Hyundai. Despite our fondness for those new N models, the Veloster version will always have a special place in our hearts, especially after we spent an unforgettable 40,000 miles with a 2019 model. And remember that time we pitted it against the Honda Civic Type R? The Veloster N didn’t pull off the upset, but it proved Hyundai could build a legit performance car, and it set the stage for its replacements.

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      While we hate to see one of our favorite hot hatches head to the graveyard, the writing was on the wall after the non-N Veloster was discontinued last year. That’s not the only casualty, either, as Hyundai is also dropping the Accent subcompact sedan after the 2022 model year. The Korean automaker says that decision is to make way for its subcompact SUV, the Venue, which takes over as its least expensive model.

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      The Accent didn’t leave the same mark as the Veloster N, but it has been a staple on our annual Editors’ Choice lists thanks to its handsome looks, solid driving dynamics, and excellent fuel economy. It’s also always been incredibly affordable. The 2022 model starts at $17,740, which is about $2500 less than the 2022 Venue. Alas, we bid adieu to one of Hyundai’s best values and one of its greatest hits.
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      Drako Dragon SUV Glimpsed with Bold Looks, 2000 Electric Horsepower

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      The Drako Dragon has been announced as the second vehicle from the San Jose, California, startup, following the GTE that was revealed in 2019.The Dragon produces a claimed 2000 horsepower, and Drako says it can hit 60 mph in 1.9 seconds on its way to a top speed over 200 mph.The teaser images give a good look at the design, which will be unveiled in full later this year. The Drako GTE, unveiled at the 2019 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, is a 1200-horsepower electric supersedan built on the bones of the gorgeous but ill-fated Fisker Karma. Drako Motors, based in San Jose, California, aimed to build just 25 examples of the GTE at a cool $1.3 million starting price. The company claims that it is “in full swing building and delivering GTE to customers and investment partners,” but it is already prepared to announce its next model. The Drako Dragon, teased here in a series of shadowy images, is due for a reveal later this year as the startup expands into the world of super SUVs.

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      The Dragon will be all-electric, and Drako is making some bold claims about the vehicle’s performance abilities. The top speed is touted at over 200 mph, while the sprint to 60 mph is said to take 1.9 seconds with the quarter-mile supposedly arriving in 9.0 seconds. These mind-blowing numbers will be delivered via a 2000-hp quad-motor setup and an in-house-developed battery. Drako says there will be an adaptive “three-stage” suspension and individual control of each wheel’s torque.

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      While the engineering work for the Dragon is taking place in Silicon Valley, the design was penned in Italy by Lowie Vermeersch, who previously acted as design director at Pininfarina and styled the GTE. The teaser images are quite revealing, showing gullwing doors, flying buttresses, and a large scoop on the hood. Diagonal LED lines appear in both the headlights and taillights, and the Dragon appears to have curvy bodywork and an athletic stance.

      Drako says the interior will be wrapped in “Europe’s finest, most sumptuous leather” and will seat five. Carbon fiber will feature heavily in the Dragon’s construction, and Drako says it will be “priced competitively to the existing super-SUV segment.” Although no competitors were named, we imagine it will target vehicles at or above the $200,000 range including the Lamborghini Urus, Aston Martin DBX 707, and upcoming Ferrari Purosangue. Drako says that reservations will open soon ahead of the reveal later in 2022.
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      2024 Kia Seltos Will Have a New Look, Updated Interior

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      Kia released images of the updated Seltos for the Korean market. We expect this refresh to come to the U.S. for the 2024 model year.Images show an updated exterior with a slightly larger front grille, and new taillights.The interior of the Seltos shows off a wide screen on the dash paired with a head-up display. Kia released images of the Seltos for the Korean market which show off an updated exterior and a refreshed interior. Though we don’t have U.S. specifics yet, we’re confident that similar changes will be coming to North America in the near future. Kia has already provided details on the mostly carryover 2023 Seltos, so we think these updates will come to our shores for 2024.The visual changes to the subcompact SUV, which shares a platform with the Hyundai Kona, look appealing to our eye. Pictured here in a two-tone exterior scheme with a light blue body and a black roof, the new look features reshaped daytime running lights and a slightly taller grille. The rear now has an attractive light bar spanning the width of the car, and the taillights are updated as well.

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      Interior improvements include a new set of display screens that look similar to what’s found in many other newer Kia models. A digital gauge cluster on the left sits in the same unit as the infotainment screen on the right, and we spotted what looks like a head-up display, too. The brown leather shown here may join the list of upholstery colors, and ambient lighting could be a new option as well. A rotary-style shifter replaces the traditional gear lever, but we’re not sure if that will make it to the U.S. version.

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      While we wait for the updated 2024 model to reach the U.S., the 2023 Seltos benefits from what Kia says is improved sound deadening and added safety features. Pricing for the 2023 Seltos starts at $24,185, and the 2024 may see a small increase when it arrives. Currently, the Seltos offers either a base naturally aspirated 2.0-liter inline-four with 146 hp or an optional turbocharged 1.6-liter inline-four with 175 horsepower. In our testing, the turbo Seltos achieved 30 mpg on our 75-mph highway fuel economy test. We aren’t sure if the 2024 model will see any powertrain changes, but Kia should release more information within the next few months.
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      Atum Vader Electric Motorcycle Launch Price Rs 1 L – 100 Kms Range

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      Following Atum 1.0 low-speed motorcycle, Atumobile has now launched high-speed Atum Vader electric cafe racerAtum Vader Electric Motorcycle – High Speed Cafe RacerAtumobile Atum Vader, the brand’s first high-speed electric motorcycle styled as a Cafe Racer has now been launched. The Hyderabad-based EV company works from a Net Zero manufacturing facility in Patancheru, Telangana. Production capacity was recently increased from 25,000 units per annum to a maximum of 3,00,000 units.With the Electric Two Wheeler (e2W) industry targeting serious goals by the end of the decade, there is now a much more robust interest in the space. And while the e2W is dominated by the availability of electric scooters, electric motorcycles are slowly beginning to increase in number.Atum Vader Electric Motorcycle LaunchOn the price front, Atum Vader tops out at just under a lakh. The company has introduced an early bird offer for its first 1000 customers. For them, Atumobile Atum Vader will cost Rs 99,999. Reservations are being entertained for a pre-booking price of Rs 999.Atum Vader specs are listed at 65 km/h speed, 100 km/charge range, and a 2.4 kWh battery pack. The bike is built on a tougher tubular chassis, and is fitted with LED indicators and tail lamps. Boot space is at 14 litres. The e2W industry is fast becoming an expensive space in the high-speed segment. And the market is already dominated by scooters that are currently retailing at a price much higher than the Atum Vader motorcycle.Atum Vader Electric Motorcycle – India’s 1st High-speed Café Racer Electric BikeAtum Vader recently announced its Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) approval. With only a handful of electric motorcycles in the market, Atum Vader is only one of two ARAI-approved electric bikes in the country. Atumobile Atum 1.0 was launched in October 2020. The company has thus far sold 1,000+ units of its electric low-speed cafe racer.Atum Vader – 100 km/charge rangeVamsi G Krishna, Founder, Atumobile, had some inspiring words to share on the launch of Atum Vader, “This is a proud day for all of us at Atumobile. Atum Vader has been in the making for a while and it’s a great feeling when you see a dream become a reality. A reality that’s not only the need of the hour for a better, greener India but for our entire team who’ve left no stone unturned in bringing our customers the best and nothing less.Apart from its 65 km/h speed, an impressive 100 km/charge range, Atum Vader has specially curated safety switches and high-end tyres for off-road use as well. We were able to design this electric bike keeping in mind Indian roads, and riders, with the assistance of our R&D experts and in indigenous solar-powered zero-emission facilities, making it a truly green and sustainable electric bike.Atum Vader Electric MotorcycleWe’re offering the first 1000 customers our bike at an early bird price of Rs 99,999 which they can reserve for a low pre-booking price of Rs 999 only. We are confident that Atum Vader will be an inspired solution to our nation’s pollution crisis as well as the climate crisis the world is facing.” More

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      E.C.D. Automotive Design Is Now Building Restomod Jaguar E-Types

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      • E.C.D. Automotive Design is now restomodding the classic Jaguar E-Type.• The company will offer gasoline or electric powertrains.• Buyers will have a choice of classic or modern colors and trim.E.C.D. Automotive Design—the company known as East Coast Defenders until 2017—is delving into a new chapter of leaky and charismatic British automotive history. The Florida-based outfit best known for its scrupulously thorough Land Rover restorations now offers its services for the 1961–1974 Jaguar E-Type, which is sort of a low-slung equivalent to a classic Defender—rare and compelling enough to be worth the trouble, but common enough to find plentiful donor cars ready for the E.C.D. treatment.

      Like its Defenders, E.C.D.’s Jaguars will be offered with three powertrain options: GM V-8 (a 450-hp LT1), Tesla electric (also 450 hp), or an original Jag inline-six or V-12. That latter option is available with a five-speed manual transmission, and E.C.D. promises that the Jaguar engine comes “with leaks and all,” for an authentic experience. The first car in the works is electric, though. E.C.D. figures that there’s room beneath that sinuous bodywork to stash enough Tesla battery cells for 200 miles of city range, or 140 miles on the highway. Based on our experience with one of their electric Defenders, we bet the Tesla-powered E-Type will be plenty quick.

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      Besides the powertrain and chassis, there’s a deep menu of options for trim and paint and leather, including both classic E-Type colors and the full roster of current Jaguar hues. Want a 1962 Series 1 in 2023 Pertroixx Blue with brogue Nappa leather and wire wheels? Just break out your checkbook. Prices start at $299,995 and they won’t sell you individual parts or an electric conversion kit, so stop asking.

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      Donor cars will be sourced from E.C.D.’s United Kingdom outpost or here in the U.S., depending on the customer’s goals for the finished product. The E.C.D. Automotive Design website has a configurator where you can build your dream Land Rover (they’ll also freshen up a Series II or Range Rover Classic), but the E-Type configurator isn’t yet live. Deliveries start next year. And while the idea of a clean and reliable E-Type is certainly appealing, we’re drawn to the old-school options. We’ll take a V-12 and a five-speed, leaks and all.

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      New Honda ADV 160cc Scooter Teased Ahead Of Launch

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      ADV 160 will be the fourth scooter in the 160cc range of Honda after PCX 160, Vario 160 and Air Blade 160Image of ADV 350 for reference.While adventure tourers are the current hot flavour in the global motorcycle industry, there is hardly any option for an adventure scooter, mainly because scooters aren’t usually built for the purpose of adventure. However, Honda has teased the upcoming ADV 160 adventure-style scooter on its social media handles in Japan and Indonesia.It will essentially be a Maxi-style scooter which is expected to borrow some styling attributes of a typical adventure bike. The new ADV 160 will be replacing the outgoing ADV 150 from Honda’s global portfolio. The upcoming power scooter is expected to feature some crucial mechanical as well as cosmetic updates.Honda ADV 160 Teased- Exterior HighlightsThe teaser released on Honda’s social media handles lets out a few details regarding the scooter’s design. ADV 160 sports a heavily-faired front end which is typical of a contemporary Maxi scooter. A vertically-stacked angular LED headlamp is nestled within a muscular front apron which lends the scooter a sharp appearance. It also features a very tall windscreen mounted on top of the front apron.Overall, front end of the scooter is reminiscent of more powerful siblings of ADV 160 including ADV 250 and ADV 350. Silhouette of the scooter looks sporty in the teaser. Like typical maxi scooters, ADV 150 gets a transmission tunnel running through the footboard thus offering a motorcycle-like riding experience. The teaser also reveals a single-piece saddle with a stepped-up seat for the pillion.Honda ADV 160 TeasedThe long tail section will be accompanied by a chunky grab rail. Other visual highlights include an upswept exhaust canister and spoke alloy wheels. Overall, styling doesn’t stray too far from the existing ADV 150. Below is the new teaser video of upcoming Honda 160cc ADV scooter.[embedded content][embedded content]Updated PowertrainA more significant update has been at its heart where the cubic capacity of its engine has been increased from 149cc to 157cc. The new ADV 160 will be powered by a 157cc single-cylinder, four-valve, liquid-cooled engine that propels other Honda scooters such as PCX 160 and the recently launched Vario 160. This unit generates 15.5 bhp at 8,500rpm and 15 Nm of peak torque at 6,500rpm.Media reports also suggest that ADV 160 will be offered with Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) system which in simple words is Traction Control. In comparison, the 149cc motor in ADV 150 churned out 13 bhp and 13.4 Nm of peak torque. Another teaser reveals that the upcoming Maxi scooter will be equipped with an esp+ technology.Honda ADV 160 TeasedHonda ADV 160 will officially make its debut later this year, although there is uncertainty regarding its launch in India as of now. It is the fourth scooter in the 160cc lineup of Honda after PCX 160, Vario 160 and Air Blade 160. If launched in India, ADV 160 will rival the likes of Yamaha Aerox 155 and Aprilia SXR 160. More

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      Bajaj Sales Breakup May 2022 – Pulsar, Platina, Dominar, CT100, Chetak

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      Pulsar 125cc variant was best selling Bajaj motorcycle in India for May 2022 – While it was the Boxer which found most sales in exportNew Bajaj Pulsar N160Bajaj Auto Limited two wheeler segment has reported sales growth in domestic markets in May 2022 on a YoY basis. However, the scenario was dismal in terms of exports with the company reporting a 15.46 percent YoY de-growth. Bajaj two wheeler sales in the domestic market stood at 93,071 units in May 2022, a 56.82 percent YoY increase over 59,349 units sold in May 2021.Bajaj Pulsar topped the list with a 74.40 percent share and sales of 69,241 units in May 2022, up from 39,623 units sold in May 2021. This was a 29,618 unit volume growth. In the Pulsar lineup, it was the 125cc variant that commanded the most attention with 56,396 units sold last month, up 96,94 percent over 28,636 units sold in May 2021. Pulsar 150cc sales were at 6,636 units, relating to a 23.21 percent YoY de-growth while Pulsar 200cc sales increased 366.19 percent YoY to 6,177 units. There were also 36 units of the Pulsar 250cc sold, de-growth of 96.49 percent over 1,026 units sold in May 2021. Bajaj recently launched the new Pulsar N160, replacing the 160 NS.Bajaj Sales Breakup May 2022Bajaj Platina sales stood at 17,336 units in the past month, up 55.28 percent over 11,164 units sold in May 2021 commanding an 18.63 percent share. Increased YoY demand was also seen in the case of Avenger by 188.52 percent to 2,112 units in May 2022, with the Avenger 200cc being more in demand at 1,824 units over 288 units of Avenger 250 cc sold in the past month.At No. 3 was the Bajaj CT with 1,257 units sold last month, down 83.63 percent over 7,678 units sold in May 2021. Noting these reducing sales over past months, the company has stopped further production of the CT100 which was the most affordable bike in the company lineup at Rs 54,000 (ex-showroom).Bajaj Sales Breakup May 2022 – DomesticBajaj Dominar domestic sales increased 900.83 percent to 1,211 units in May 2022 from 121 units sold in May 2021. In the company’s scooter lineup, that currently includes the Chetak electric scooter, sales zoomed 8106.45 percent YoY to 2,544 units in May 2022 from 31 units sold in May 2021.Bajaj Exports Breakup May 2022Exports dipped on a YoY basis to 1,38,027 units in May 2022 from 1,63,260 units shipped in May 2021. This was a 15.46 percent de-growth. Every model in the company lineup posted a YoY de-growth except for the CT and Dominar.In global markets, it was Bajaj Boxer that received most attention with 85,282 units sold in May 2022 down 18.19 percent over 1,04,240 units sold in May 2022. The Boxer currently holds a 61.79 percent share with the Boxer 110cc commanding the most attention with 67,010 units exported from 86,992 units shipped in May 2021. Boxer 150cc had 14,720 units sold last month, down 18.86 percent over 12,384 units shipped in May 2021 while Boxer 125cc saw exports of 3,552 units in the past month, down 26.97 percent over 4,864 units shipped in May 2021.Bajaj Exports Breakup May 2022Exports of Bajaj Pulsar, at 24,303 units last month, dropped 19.49 percent over 30,185 units sold in May 2021. Currently commanding a 17.61 percent share, the Pulsar range saw its 160-200cc motorcycles most in demand in global markets with 11,971 units shipped last month while of the 150cc there were 7,668 units exported along with 3,832 units of the 125cc model. There were also 832 units of Pulsar 250cc exported in May 2022.Bajaj CT exports increased 22.97 percent to 19,104 units, up from 15,536 units shipped in May 2021. Out of this, it was the CT 125 that saw 10,416 units exported along with 288 units of the CT 150cc. Bajaj Dominar sales were at 3,560 units last month, a growth of 41.44 units over 2,517 units exported in May 2021. Of the Dominar range, the 500 cc bike claimed 2,084 unit exports along with 1,476 units of the Dominar 250 cc.Bajaj Platina (3,012 units) and Discover (2,286 units) were also shipped to global markets in the past month, each posting a YoY de-growth. Bajaj Avenger sales also dipped 53.22 percent to 480 units last month from 1,026 units exported in May 2021. More

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      New TVS Radeon Launched To Rival Splendor XTEC – More Features

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      New Radeon looks to improve upon the equipment list of Splendor+ XTEC that has multiple segment-first featuresNew TVS RadeonEven in its current form, TVS Radeon has quite a few USPs such as front disc brake, premium styling, LED DRL, funky speedometer, best-in-class ground clearance and wheelbase, USB charging port and side stand indicator with beeper. However, with the launch of Splendor+ XTEC model, Hero MotoCorp has set new standards in the commuter segment.Splendor+ XTEC packs in segment-first features such as full digital meter, Bluetooth connectivity, SMS & call alert, battery level indicator and real time mileage indicator. Safety kit has been upgraded with features like side stand indicator with engine cut-off function. The bike gets a bank angle sensor that turns off the engine in case of a fall.New TVS Radeon LaunchedWith the comprehensive range of features offered with Splendor+ XTEC, TVS has decided to offer a number of updates and technologies for Radeon. These are – Class-leading Reverse LCD cluster that comes with Real-Time Mileage Indicator (RTMi) feature.This enables the user to control the mileage according to riding conditions. Apart from RTMi, there are 17 other useful features in-built into the digital cluster like Clock, service indicator, Low battery indicator, Top Speed & Average speed.New TVS RadeonWe were expecting TVS to equip the new Radeon with their SmartXonnect tech, but that has not happened. TVS SmartXonnect connectivity platform is currently available with TVS scooters like Jupiter Grande, Ntorq and motorcycles like Apache RTR 200 4V and RR 310. With SmartXonnect, users can access a range of features such as call and SMS alerts, ride statistics, last parked location, service alerts and booking and navigation assist.TVS Radeon will be available in 4 different variants viz – Base edition & Dual Tone Edition Drum with Reverse LCD Cluster, Dual Tone Edition Drum with Reverse LCD Cluster & ISG/ISS & Dual Tone Edition Disc with Cluster in a colour selection of Dual Tone Red & Black, Dual Tone Blue & Black apart from base edition colours (Starlight Blue, Metal Black, Royal Purple & Titanium Grey).New Radeon performanceWhile the new Radeon will offer a comprehensive range of features, its internals will be largely the same as the current model. The bike is powered by a 109.7 cc motor that generates 8.08 bhp of max power at 7,350 rpm and 8.7 Nm of peak torque at 4,500 rpm. It is mated to a constant mesh transmission. The bike has fuel efficiency of around 69 kmpl.New TVS RadeonIn comparison, Splendor+ XTEC utilizes a 97.2 cc motor that makes 7.9 bhp and 8.05 Nm. While the numbers are lower in comparison to Radeon, power to weight ratio of Splendor has to be considered. That’s because Splendor+ XTEC is lighter at 112 kg whereas Radeon has kerb weight of 116 kg (drum) & 118 kg (disc).TVS Radeon 110 ES MAG BSVI will be available for – INR 59,925 and TVS Radeon BSVI DIGI Drum Dual Tone for – INR 71,966 (ex. Showroom Delhi). In comparison, Splendor+ XTEC is available at a starting price of Rs 73,200. More