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      1966 Ford Mustang Is Our Bring a Trailer Auction Pick of the Day

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      • This 1966 Ford Mustang High Country special-edition coupe is up for sale on the Bring a Trailer auction site. It’s one of 333 built from the model year to be exclusively sold by Colorado-area dealers. With three days to go, bidding currently stands at $16,750.• Though the Timberline Green paint caught my eye, the iconic coupe body reminded me I started restoring one of these in 1998.• Yes, started restoring in 1998. The internet is full of wormholes to waste endless hours. But for the automotive enthusiast, Bring a Trailer—which, like Car and Driver, is part of Hearst Autos—is a great place to tune out news or the grind of the daily life and search for the vehicle you’ve always wanted. Or remind yourself of a project you started 24 years ago and have yet to complete. This 1966 Ford Mustang High Country did exactly that for me.

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      During my high-school years, my father and I were looking for a restoration project. Well before things like BaT existed, we’d scour the weekly periodicals searching for the right candidate. My old man was a 20-year seasoned mechanic at the local Ford dealer, so naturally a Mustang felt right. We bought our 1966 coupe for a few thousand dollars and limped it home with the intention of having it done in two years in time for my senior prom. Oh, the joys of wishful thinking.

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      Just like this High Country Special—a trim reserved for Colorado-area dealers that featured unique paint options and fender badges—our Coupe was powered by a 210-hp 289-cubic-inch V-8 backed by a three-speed automatic transmission. “Was” being the key word, because the following day ours was stripped nearly to its shell that, unlike this 74,000-mile example, featured a structure that was Swiss-cheesed with Midwest rot. The Fred Flintstone floorboards would need to be cut out, and the front subframe would require a weekend’s worth of time and countless spot-weld drill bits to free it from its original mounting position.

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      Over the next few years, the structure would regain a floor and a frame, and the underbody would be ground to bare metal to be primed and finished with a rubberized undercoating. Its sheetmetal’s 30 years of dings and dents were smoothed out with body filler and countless layers of buildable primer. The beauty of restoring an old Mustang is that every single nut, bolt, and screw is available. Heck, you can even order an entire body if you want to start fresh. With new suspension hung, the transmission rebuilt, a disc brake conversion mounted, and a limited-slip differential bolted into the rear-axle, it hasn’t been touched in 22 years. I like to tell people we’re letting the primer cure.

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      If you want a project, seek one out. But if you’re in the market for something turnkey like this somewhat rare 1966 Ford Mustang High Country Special, keep an eye on Bring a Trailer and do some digital tire-kicking like we do.

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      2023 Maserati Grecale Looks Sporty and Packs up to 523 HP

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      The 2023 Maserati Grecale is a new crossover model that’s smaller than the Levante.It will come with either a turbo four-cylinder, a twin-turbo V-6, or an electric powertrain.The Grecale will go on sale in the U.S. this summer, with the electric Folgore model following a year later.By now we’ve all gotten used to the idea that Maserati sells sedans and SUVs, but how about a Maserati compact crossover with a four-cylinder engine? The new 2023 Grecale brings the Maserati lineup even further downmarket into the luxury SUV sphere currently occupied by models such as the Porsche Macan and Alfa Romeo Stelvio. Given that the mid-size Levante SUV makes up nearly 60 percent of Maserati sales globally, a smaller sibling was all but inevitable.
      At 190.8 inches long with a 114.2-inch wheelbase, the Grecale is a bit larger than the Stelvio and Macan but has similar proportions, with a rounded greenhouse and a relatively low nose. Its grille shape and vertically oriented headlights reference the mid-engine MC20 supercar’s and represent Maserati’s latest design language that’s distinct from what we see on the older Levante, Ghibli, and Quattroporte models.

      The Grecale lineup will include three gas-powered offerings at first, along with an electric variant called the Folgore coming next year that we’ve covered separately. The base GT spec comes with a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four and a 48-volt hybrid system that makes 296 horsepower and 332 pound-feet of torque. The Modena has a slightly more powerful version of this engine with 325 horsepower. And the top-dog Trofeo has a detuned version of the twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 from the MC20 that features the same pre-chamber ignition system. In this application, it makes 523 horsepower and 457 pound-feet of torque, versus the MC20’s 621 hp and 538 pound-feet.Maserati claims the four-cylinder models will get to 60 mph in the low-5.0-second range, while the Trofeo is clearly aiming for the Porsche Macan GTS, BMW X3 M, and other performance SUVs with its claimed run to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds and top speed of 177 mph. An eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive are standard across the board. An air suspension and adaptive dampers are optional on the four-cylinder variants and standard on the Trofeo. The performance model also gets 21-inch wheels and upgraded brakes, and both the Modena and Trofeo’s rear tires are wider than their fronts.
      The Grecale’s interior is more screen-heavy than any Maserati we’ve seen before. Both the digital gauge cluster and central infotainment screens measure 12.3 inches, and there’s also a smaller 8.8-inch touchscreen lower on the dash that controls various climate and vehicle functions. Even the clock on top of the dash is digital, although its display mimics an analog watch face. Various interior trim options include open-pore wood, gloss-black inserts, and contrasting stitching, while the Trofeo has carbon-fiber trim and a different pattern for the leather upholstery.Maserati has priced the Grecale ambitiously, as it starts at $64,995 for the base GT model, significantly more than the $56,250 base Macan. A Modena Limited Edition will be available for reservations first, starting at $78,895. Pricing for the Trofeo is not yet available but it will likely start above $80,000. The Grecale will go on sale in the U.S. this summer.
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      2024 Maserati Grecale Folgore EV Promises Big Battery, Lots of Torque

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      The Folgore is an electric version of Maserati’s new Grecale SUV.It has a 105.0-kWh battery pack and promises up to 590 pound-feet of torque.The Folgore will go on sale in the U.S. in fall 2023.The new Grecale crossover will be a key part of Maserati’s expanding EV lineup. All Maserati EVs will wear the Folgore name (that means “lightning” in Italian), and Maserati has now revealed the 2024 Grecale Folgore alongside the standard model. The gas-powered 2023 Grecale GT, Modena, and Trofeo models are scheduled to arrive this summer, while the Folgore won’t reach the U.S. until fall 2023.

      While we wait, Maserati has provided a few juicy specs for the EV. It will have a 105.0-kWh battery pack and its electric motors—we assume there will be at least two—will produce 590 pound-feet of torque. Maserati has not yet confirmed whether this battery information represents net capacity or usable capacity, but either way the Grecale Folgore’s pack is shaping up to be on the bigger end of its segment. The Audi Q4 e-tron’s battery, for instance, offers 77.0-kWh of usable energy. The torque figure, meanwhile, tops the Grecale Trofeo’s twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6, which has 457 pound-feet.
      Visually the Folgore appears to have the exact same body as the gas model, but a few key details identify it as the electric model. The concave grille appears to be different and is partially closed off, and there are also interesting-looking wheels and Folgore badges on the fenders. The pictured vehicle is finished in a copper color called Rame Folgore that’s exclusive to the electric Grecale. Maserati also says it will use recycled fabrics for the Folgore’s interior, including a recycled nylon material called Econyl.Rather than riding on one of Stellantis’ new electric platforms, the Grecale Folgore uses a modified version of the Giorgio platform that underpins the standard Grecale and other gas models such as the Alfa Romeo Stelvio. We’re not sure what that will mean for the packaging of the electric motors and battery pack, but Maserati confirmed that the Folgore will offer all-wheel drive as standard.Look for Maserati to charge a significant price premium for the Folgore compared with the standard Grecale, which starts at $64,995. Given what we’ve heard so far about its specs, we wouldn’t be surprised to see it start at around $75,000.
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      Suzuki Sales, Exports Feb 2022 – Gixxer, Access, Avenis, Burgman

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      Suzuki two wheeler domestic sales fell in February 2022, exports improved – New Avenis is showing steady progressSuzuki AvenisSuzuki 2W domestic sales for February 2022 is reported at 58,603 units. Sales fell from 59,530. Volume loss stood at 927 units following 1.56 percent decline. MoM Total sales fell from 60,623 units. Volume loss is reported at 2,020 units at 3.33 percent decline.As always, Access scooter leads from the top at 37,512 units. Sales decline is reported at 22.65 percent at about 11k units in volume loss, down from 48,496 units. MoM Access sales fell from 42,148 units. Volume loss stood at 4,636 units at 11 percent decline.Gixxer domestic sales and exportsSuzuki Avenis, a fairly new launch has been received well, and outsold the popular Burgman. Sales are reported at 10,382 units. MoM sales are up from 6,314 units at just over 4k units in volume gain.Burgman sales were more or less flat at 8,636 units, up from 8,533 units. Volume gain is at just over a 100 units. MoM sales fell from 9,504 units to 568 units volume loss. Sales decline stood at 9.13 percent.Suzuki Sales Feb 2022Suzuki Gixxer sales too were flat at 1,815 units, down from 1,823 units. MoM Gixxer sales fell from 2,462 units. Sales declined more than a quarter at 26.28 percent. Volume loss stood at 647 units. Gixxer 250 sales less than halved at 234 units, down from 549 units. Volume loss stood at 315 units at 57.38 percent decline. MoM sales are up from 172 units at volume gain of 62 units at growth of over a third.Hayabusa sales stood at 12 units, the same as V-Strom 650 units. MoM Hayabusa sales fell from 18 units. MoM V-Strom 650 sales are up from 7 units. Where exports are concerned, Gixxer leads at 7,103 units. This is even better than a year earlier when exports stood at 6,488 units. Volume gain stood at 615 units at 9.48 percent growth. Burgman exports is up at 3,196 units, up from 2,558 units. Volume gain stood at 638 units at 25 percent gain.Gixxer 250 exportsGixxer 250 exports are up at 2,808 units, up from 2.3k units. Volume gain stood at 508 units at 22.09 percent growth. Access exports are up at 458 units, up from 10 units. Intruder, now not sold in India, saw 32 units exported. YoY numbers fell from 128 units. Total exports stood at 13,597 units, up from 12,132 units. Volume gain stood at 1,465 units at 12.08 percent growth.Suzuki Exports Feb 2022MoM exports improved noticeably, up from 9,469 units. Volume gain stood at 4,128 units at 43.59 percent growth. Gixxer exports are up from 4,842 units. Volume gain stood at 2,261 units at 46.70 percent growth. Burgman exports are up from 2,510 units. Volume gain stood at 786 units at 32.61 percent growth.Gixxer 250 exports are up from 1,633 units. Volume gain stood at 1,175 units at 71.95 percent growth. Access exports are up from 249 units. Volume gain stood at 209 units at 83.94 percent growth. Intruder exports fell from 160 units. Hayate exports are down to naught from 164 units. More

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      New iVOOMi Electric Scooters Launch Price Rs 85k Onwards

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      iVOOMi Energy S1, and Jeet high-speed electric scooters launched – Range up to 130 kms on full chargeiVOOMi S1 Electric ScooterNew electric scooter launches today are an everyday affair and are being introduced to meet growing demand. This has been proven time and again in recent months with electric two-wheeler sales improving.Despite steady growth in the EV market, where volume is concerned, numbers are still small. Buyers today are early adopters and are aware. To cater to this well informed customer base, e-scooters today need to bring together world-class tech for daily commute on highways and city traffic.iVoomi is intent to meet growing demand through smart mobility solutions at disruptive prices. Its two wheelers are built on smart tech and consumer-centric features. For the end user, they provide comfort, are easy to use, and charge in quicktime with an adaptive range of prediction as for riding pattern.New iVOOMi Electric Scooters – S1 and JeetiVOOMi Energy S1, and Jeet electric scooters have been launched in India. Both high speed e-scooters are listed with top speed of 60 kmph, and ride range of up to 130 km per charge.iVOOMi S1 Electric ScooteriVOOMi S1 high-speed e-scooter, is available at a price of Rs. 84,999. Power comes from a 2KW electric motor that offers speed of 65 kmph. Kerb weight is listed at 75 kg. iVOOMi S1 features a disc brake. The company offers a 60V, 2.0Kwh swappable Li-ion battery that can be fully charged in 3–4 hours. The e-scooter runs 115 kms on full charge.iVOOMi Jeet is available in two variants. Jeet Pro is available at a price Rs 92,999, and Jeet at Rs 82,999. iVOOMi S1 and Jeet e-scooters the company says bring together ‘premium design and an ultra-powerful build’. Jeet and Jeet pro feature a 1.5kw–2 kW battery pack. They run 130 kms on a single charge. They are available in 3 colour combinations: red, blue, and grey.Lithium-ion battery packsGround clearance is listed at 170mm. Manufacturing depends on Indian OEMs and domestic auto parts manufacturers. Standard features include Find My Scooter, Large 30L Boot Space, and Parking Assist for a smoother, cleaner, greener ride, and USB charging. Lithium-ion battery packs are designed and manufactured in-house. It operates R&D centres in Pune, and manufacturing plants in Noida, Pune, and Ahmednagar.iVOOMi Jeet Electric ScooterSunil Bansal, Founder & MD, iVOOMi Energy, said, “After two years of extensive research and development, our team has developed, designed, and indigenised products that are proven in and on the Indian roads and ecosystem. We understand the Indian consumers and their driving conditions which are grounds for our suspensions, high ground clearance along with an enlarged legroom.We at ivoomi have taken up the challenge of developing a better and greener future for our coming generations, which motivates us to keep designing, developing, and deploying various technologies integrated within our EVs. We are confident that “Jeet” and “S1″ will be warmly welcomed by consumers and will usher in a new era of the e-vehicle revolution on Indian roads.” More

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      2023 KTM Duke 125 Spied Testing – New Features, More Power

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      All-new KTM Duke 125 will feature a range of cosmetic and mechanical updates – Launch expected in 20232023 KTM Duke 125 New GenAs may be recalled, KTM had launched current generation Duke range in 2017, starting with 390 Duke. In the following years, the platform was used for other single-cylinder Dukes such as 200 Duke, 250 Duke and 125 Duke. As revealed in spy shots, KTM is currently working on an all-new KTM Duke range. Some big changes can be expected including an offset type rear monoshock suspension.New KTM Duke 125 MY2023 – Spied2023 KTM Duke 125 test mule appears to have borrowed some of the new design features from the existing range of twin-cylinder Dukes. For example, the fuel tank seems larger and tank extensions have a much sharper look. Some updates like the five spoke alloy design seem to be inspired from new KTM RC390.Another noticeable difference is the use of double LED headlamp. It is to note that the entire range of current generation single-cylinder Dukes including 125 Duke sold in international markets are equipped with LED lights.New versions of KTM Duke spotted on road tests appear to be the new 125 Duke. They provide vital clues as to what the entire single-cylinder Duke range could look like in its new format. Manufacturers often use the same platform for multiple products, as it reduces development cost and simplifies availability of spare parts.2023 KTM Duke 125 New GenImages reveal that KTM is testing a range of new components including bodywork and chassis. One of the key changes can be seen in the trellis frame, which now has a greater number of crossbeams. This is expected to ensure a robust and stiffer setup. Another noticeable difference can be seen in the sub frame, which appears to be longer than the current version.2023 KTM Duke 125 New GenNew KTM Duke 125 MY2023 UpdatesOn closer inspection, it is evident that the mounting points for the engine have been changed. Even the engine casings do not look the same as that of the current Duke 125. Motorrad Online claims that the engine has been updated. It is expected to deliver more power and torque. Fuel efficiency is also likely to improve. We may have to wait some more time to get better clarity on the exact power and torque figures of 2023 KTM 125 Duke.Towards the rear, the swingarm looks brand new with a lattice-type structure. It also has a bracing arm. Another key change is the offset monoshock that could replace the existing centrally mounted units on current generation Dukes. However, since the test mules appear to be in an early stage of testing, not all changes may make it to the production stage.2023 KTM Duke 125 New Gen with existing Duke 125All-new KTM Duke range could debut later this year at the EICMA in Nov 2022. These will be launched in India soon after, likely by Feb 2023. With the updates, new KTM Dukes are expected to be launched at a higher price range.Source More

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      TVS Sales, Exports Breakup Feb 2022 – Apache, Raider, Ntorq, Jupiter

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      While domestic sales was reported at a decline, TVS saw exports growth in February 2022Image – Auto EraTVS Motor reports YoY sales decline for February 2022. Sales fell to 1,73,198 units, down from 1,95,145 units. Volume loss stood at 21,947 units at 11.25 percent decline. MoM sales growth stood at 3.28 percent. Volume gain stood at 5,503 units, up from 1,67,695 units.TVS Jupiter sales is topmost at 47,092 units, down from 52,189 units. Volume loss stood at 5,097 units at sales decline pegged just below 10 percent. Not just its top seller, but numerous TVS two-wheelers reported decline last month. MoM sales are up by 8.32 percent at volume gain of 3,616 units, up from 43,476 units.TVS Sales Breakup Feb 2022 – Jupiter Leads, Apache DeclinesIn recent months, TVS XL moped sales have been on a continuous decline. This humble entry price point product had stood the test of time and enjoyed prominence as a brand top seller. However, that liberty now seems lost. XL sales fell to 35,848 units, down from 51,445 units. Volume decline is steepest for the month at 15,597-unit loss at 30.32 percent decline. MoM sales growth was flat at 35,785 units sold a month earlier.Ntorq sales decline was curbed at 8.08 percent at 1,494 units volume loss. Sales fell to just over 23k units, down from 24,555 units. MoM sales were up from 21,120 units at volume gain of 1,941 units at 9.19 percent growth.  Together, the top 3 two-wheelers accounted for 61 percent of total YoY domestic sales last month. TVS Apache sales decline was the steepest. Volumes almost halved at 48.30 percent decline. Sales fell to 16,406 units, down from 31,735 units. Volume loss stood at 15,329 units. MoM sales decline was at over a third, down from almost 26k units. Volume loss stood at 9,519 units.TVS Sales Breakup Feb 2022Raider, a fairly new launch, saw 14,744 units sold. In January 2022, Raider sales stood at 11,377 units. MoM growth stood at almost 30 percent at volume gain of 3,367 units. Radeon sales improved to 9,810 units, up from 8,431 units. Volume gain stood at 1,379 units at 16.36 percent growth. MoM sales are up from 8,640 units at 13.54 percent growth. Volume gain stood at 1,170 units.TVS iQube sales growth100cc TVS Sport commuter motorcycle sales growth is reported at 4.76 percent at 314 units volume gain. Sales are up at 6,917 units from 6,603 units. MoM sales improved from 6,478 units at 6.78 percent growth. Pep+ sales fell by over 20 percent. Sales are down to 6,695 units from 8,476 units. Volume loss stood at 1,781 units. MoM sales are up from 4,622 units. Volume gain stood at 2,073 units at 44.85 percent growth.Star City sales decline is at just below 6 percent. Sales fell to 5,391 units, down from 5,727 units. Volume loss stood at 336 units. MoM sales growth stood at 8.60 percent, up from 4,964 units. TVS Zest sales fell to just below 4.6k units, down from 5,612 units. Volume loss is reported at 1,020 units at 18.18 percent decline. MoM sales were up from 3,453 units. Volume gain was at just over 1.1k units at 33 percent growth. iQube, the TVS’ only electric scooter offering at present witnessed growth with volume increasing ten-fold. Sales is up from 203 units to 2,238 units. MoM sales are up from 1,529 units at 46 percent growth. TVS RR310 sales stood at 404 units, up from 169 units at volume gain of 235 units. MoM sales fell 5.16 percent, down from 426 units.TVS Exports Breakup Feb 2022Exports growth in February 2022While domestic sales fell last month, exports improved. Up to 93,014 units from 87,516 units. Volume gain stood at 5,498 units at 6.28 percent growth. MoM exports grew 8.75 percent, up from 85,528 units at 7,486 units volume gain.  Star City 125 takes top spot at 35,525 units from 31,312 units. Volume gain stood at 4,213 units at 13.45 percent. Star City exports are up 31,770 units from 29,329 units. Volume gain stood at 2,441 units at 8.32 percent growth. Apache exports fell 31.09 percent at 10,296 units, down from 14,942 units. Volume loss stood at 4,646 units.TVS Sport export growth stood at 3.74 percent, up at 5,820 units from 5,610 units. Raider export is reported at 3,820 units. Ntorq exports fell by 40 percent, down to 2,608 units from 4,370 units. XL exports gained momentum at 1,638 units from 352 units. Victor export fell to 800 units, down from 1,440 units at 640 units volume loss. Jupiter, Radeon, RR310 and Wego export cumulatively stood at around 750 units. In a MoM comparison, almost all two-wheelers reported growth with the exception of Ntorq. More

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      Buick Could Be Adopting This New Tri-Shield Logo

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      General Motors has filed to trademark a new Buick logo with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Unlike Buick’s current logo, the three shields in the new one are horizontally aligned instead of diagonally.The trademark filing doesn’t mention if the new logo will have colors or be monochromatic.The Buick brand has been trying to reinvent itself over the past several years, between deleting exterior name badges and switching to an all-SUV lineup. Now, the company appears to be preparing to adopt a redesigned version of its traditional tri-shield logo. The news comes after it was discovered that General Motors filed a trademark on March 16, 2022, with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

      Based on an image of the new-look logo that was submitted with the filing, the three shields are now aligned horizontally instead of diagonally. The diagonal stripe inside each shield has also been swapped for a downward-swooping line, and the ring that previously surrounded the trio of shields has been removed.

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      The current Buick logo features one red, one silver, and one blue shield. However, we don’t know whether or not the new logo will see the return of that color combination or if it’ll be monochromatic. After all, Cadillac recently revealed a new black-and-white logo for its upcoming EVs. Plus, Buicks have worn monochrome logos before, and the application specifically states that GM didn’t claim color as a feature of the mark, so it remains to be seen.What also remains to be seen is what Buick model the new logo will be introduced on. The trademark application still needs to be assigned to an examiner, which is said to take about six months after the filing date. Depending on the length of the process, maybe we could see the new logo start appearing on 2023 model vehicles, or the company could be waiting to unveil it on a potential future model like the all-electric Electra. The timing could be coincidental, but GM at the end of last year filed to trademark the “Buick Electra” nameplate.

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      If Buick does adopt the new-look logo, it’ll be the second time in the past decade that it has revised the tri-shield insignia. Back in 2015, the brand announced a design change that at the time featured wing-shaped elements and brought the return of the three-color shields. It debuted on the 2017 Buick LaCrosse sedan and then proliferated across the lineup starting with the 2018 model year.
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