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      2022 Toyota Tundra Hybrid Beats Old V-8 by 7 MPG

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      The EPA estimates the 2022 Toyota Tundra Hybrid at up to 22 mpg combined, which is 7 mpg more than the outgoing V-8 model. The iForce MAX hybrid uses a twin-turbo 3.4-liter V-6 paired with an electric motor and nickel-metal hydride battery pack. Pricing for the hybrid starts at $53,995, and it will arrive in the spring. The 2022 Toyota Tundra replaces the previous model’s 5.7-liter V-8 in favor of a twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V-6 engine for the sake of efficiency. A nonhybrid version of the V-6 is standard and a iForce MAX hybrid setup is optional, and we now have official EPA fuel-economy estimates for the gas-electric Tundra. Although the hybrid is not as efficient as the Ford F-150 PowerBoost hybrid, it’s a huge improvement over the old Tundra.

      2022 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro.
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      At an EPA-estimated 22 mpg combined for rear-wheel-drive models and 21 mpg for four-wheel-drive trucks, the Tundra’s hybrid powertrain is 7 mpg more efficient than the outgoing model’s 5.7-liter V-8. It’s rated at up to 20 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway in its two-wheel-drive configuration, though adding four-wheel drive knocks 1 mpg off in the city and 2 mpg on the highway.

      The F-150 PowerBoost hybrid is 3 mpg and 2 mpg more efficient than the Tundra iForce MAX, per the EPA’s standards. Both the F-150 PowerBoost and Tundra iForce MAX use a twin-turbocharged V-6 engine and roughly 1.5-kWh battery packs, but the Ford’s pack is a lithium-ion unit and the Toyota’s is a nickel-metal hydride pack. The Tundra’s electric motor is sandwiched between the engine and 10-speed automatic transmission and adds 48 horsepower for a total combined output of 437 horsepower and 583 pound-feet of torque. Even the nonhybrid twin-turbo V-6 is significantly more efficient that the outgoing model’s naturally aspirated V-8. But at 20 mpg combined, the standard iForce is 2 mpg less efficient than a Ram 1500 with the 3.6-liter V-6 with a 48-volt hybrid assist Ram calls “eTorque.” The Tundra’s combined rating is equal to a turbo four-cylinder Chevy Silverado, though the Chevy does better in city driving and on the highway.

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      Toyota says that Tundras equipped with the iForce MAX hybrid will start arriving at dealerships in the spring, and pricing starts at $53,995. The hybrid is available starting on the Limited trim level and up and it costs $3400 extra over the nonhybrid.
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      2022 Toyota Tundra's Hybrid Powertrain Is a $3400 Upgrade

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      The 2022 Toyota Tundra’s hybrid powertrain is a $3400 option on the Limited, Platinum, and 1794 Edition models.The TRD Pro model (starting at $68,500) and the new top-of-the-line Capstone, which starts at $75,225, are both hybrid only. Called iForce Max, the pickup truck’s hybrid setup generates 437 horsepower and is EPA rated up to 22 mpg combined.Want a hybrid version of the 2022 Toyota Tundra full-size pickup truck? The newly introduced powertrain (called iForce Max) is a $3400 option on select models, and it comes standard on the off-road-ready TRD Pro and top-of-the-line Capstone models.

      With Toyota finally revealing prices as well as full fuel-economy ratings, we now know that it’s less expensive to buy a hybrid Tundra than a hybrid Ford F-150. An F-150 King Ranch hybrid pickup starts at $61,305, which is nearly $11,000 more than the Tundra’s $50,595 entry point. That’s for a rear-wheel-drive Limited model with the standard 5.5-foot cargo bed. While it’s possible to upgrade to the longer, 6.5-foot box, the hybrid is only available on models with the CrewMax cab. The Platinum and 1794 Edition hybrids start at $62,085 and $62,785, respectively.
      Unlike those trim levels, the TRD Pro and the Capstone are only offered as hybrids with all-wheel drive. The former costs $68,500 and the latter stickers for $75,225. In addition to their individual styling and features, they benefit from the hybrid powertrain’s extra power and fuel efficiency. We tested a TRD Pro that hit 60 mph in 5.7 seconds and finished the quarter-mile in 14.5 seconds at 92 mph.
      The iForce Max features a twin-turbo 3.4-liter V-6 with an electric motor integrated into the 10-speed automatic transmission. The setup generates a combined 437 horsepower and 583 pound-feet of torque. The EPA rates rear-drive hybrid models at 22 mpg combined; that estimate drops to 20 mpg on all-wheel-drive examples.
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      Triumph Trident 660 Price Hike Feb 2022 – Increase Of Rs 50K

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      Image – Biker Prakash ChoudharyTriumph Trident 660 was previously offered at an introductory price of Rs 6.95 lakh (ex-showroom)Triumph Motorcycles has increased prices for Trident 660 in India by Rs 50,000. The middleweight naked streetfighter is now priced at Rs 7.45 lakh (ex-showroom). This is the first price hike witnessed by the street naked bike from the British brand ever since it was first launched in India in April last year.The revised price has come into effect from today, February 1, 2022. Apart from the increase in price, no other updates have been made in Trident 660. Launch of Trident marked Triumph’s foray into the premium middle-weight roadster segment in India.Triumph Trident 660: Powertrain & Hardware SpecsDespite the significant increase in price, Trident is still the most affordable offering from the iconic British manufacturer. Powering the naked roadster is a 660cc in-line triple-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that pumps out 80 bhp at 10,250rpm and a peak torque of 64 Nm at 6250rpm.This motor is paired with a six-speed gearbox via a slipper and assist clutch as standard while a bi-directional quick-shifter is available as an optional extra. In terms of hardware, Trident 660 is based on a tubular steel perimeter frame that is suspended on upside-down forks up front and a mono-shock at rear.Triumph Trident is locally assembled in IndiaFeatures on offerThe motorcycle rides on 17-inch cast aluminium alloy wheels shod with Michelin Road 5 tyres. Braking duties are handled by a pair of 310mm twin discs at front and a 255mm single disc at rear, both held on by Nissin callipers.As far as features are concerned, Triumph Trident offers a full LED illumination and a TFT instrument console which is enabled with an optional Bluetooth connectivity with Trident. The motorcycle also packs a couple of ride modes including Rain and Road along with a switchable traction control system. For precise throttle input, the British bike maker has equipped Trident with a ride-by-wire function.Trident RivalsTrident competes against other middleweight naked street fighters such as Kawasaki Z650 and Honda CB650R. The former is more affordable than its British rival, while the latter is more expensive than Trident. It is offered in a single variant and four colour options including Matt Jet Black & Matt Silver Ice, Crystal White, Silver Ice & Diablo Red, and Sapphire Black.The British motorcycle brand currently has 20 offerings under its portfolio in India out of which four bikes are special models. The company will also be launching two brand new motorcycles in the form of Tiger 1200 and Tiger Sport 660. While the former is a hardcore adventure tourer, the latter is a sports touring machine based on the same platform as Trident 660. More

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      TVS Motor Sales Jan 2022 – Apache, Raider, Ntorq, Jupiter, XL100

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      Image – Lokesh PimpleTVS Motor reports sales decline in domestic market and exports in January 2022TVS Motor two-wheeler sales took a bit of a beating for both domestic sales and exports in January 2022. Its bestselling moped continues to post numbers much lower than has been the norm. Moped sales fell to 36,199 units, down from 59,487 units. Volume loss stood at 23,288 units, and sales declined steeply at 39.15 percent.Considering no other manufacturer sells a mainstream moped in today’s market, it’s difficult to pinpoint what this downward trend is attributed to. What is certain is its diminished sales numbers in a segment it rules is shaving off thousands of units of total sales.TVS Motor Sales Jan 2022 – MotorcyclesMotorcycle sales stayed in the green, but only just to hang in there. Sales are reported at 1,37,360 units, up from 1,36,790 units. Through the month volume growth stood at 570 units. YoY growth for domestic motorcycle sales is reported at 0.42 percent.Motorcycle sales being the manufacturer’s strongest segment contributed to 54.05 percent of company domestic sales. TVS has an electric presence through its iQube scooter.TVS Motor Sales Jan 2022 vs Jan 2021 (YoY)TVS Motor Sales Jan 2022 – ScootersScooter sales fell 18 percent. Sales dropped to 80,580 units, down from 98,319 units. Volume loss stood at 17.739 units. Sales decline is reported at 39.15 percent. Domestic scooter sales made up for 31.71 percent of TVS’ two-wheeler sales in the country. Total 2W domestic sales fell to 1,67,795 units, down from 2,05,216 units. Volume loss stood at 37,421 units. Decline is reported at 18.23 percent.2W exports fell by a smaller margin. Exports fell to 86,344 units, down from 89,380 units. Volume loss stood at 3,036 units. Sales decline stood at 13.73 percent. Total 2W sales is reported at 2,54,139 units, down from 2,94,596 units. Volume loss stood at 40,457 units, down 13.73 percent. The manufacturer’s domestic sales made up for two-thirds of total 2W sales, whereas exports accounted for a third.TVS 2W and 3W salesMoM two wheeler sales fell by 1.44 percent. Exports were lower in December 2021 at 81,923 units. MoM growth is reported at 5.40 percent at volume gain of 4,421 units. MoM scooter sales grew by 7.41 percent. Sales rose from 75,022 units at volume gain of 5,558 units.TVS Motor Sales Jan 2022 vs Dec 2021 (MoM)Total 2W sales fell from 2,57,863 units at volume loss of 3,724 units. MoM total 3W sales fell to 12,649 units, down 2,181 units. Sales decline is reported at 14.71 percent, down from 14,830 units. Total MoM sales fell by 2.17 percent, down from 2,72,693 units. MoM volume decline is reported at 5,905 units.Total 3W sales in January 2022 is reported at 12,649 units. Of this, 1,135 units were sold in the domestic market. 11,514 units were exported. Total sales are stable. Total sales (2W and 3W) is reported at 2,66,788 units at 13.14 percent decline. Sales fell from 3,07,149 units at volume loss of just over 40k units. More

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      Bajaj Sales Jan 2022 Declines – Pulsar, CT100, Platina, Dominar, Chetak

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      Image – MRD VlogsBajaj Auto has posted a 15 percent YoY decline in sales to 3,63,443 units in January 2022Bajaj Auto has reported de-growth across both sales and exports in the past month. Sales which had stood at 4,25,199 units in January 2021 dipped to 3,63,443 units in the past month.Total domestic sales (2 wheelers and CVs) dipped 12 percent to 1,49,656 units last month as against 1,70,757 units in January 2021. Total exports were also down 16 percent to 2,13,787 units as against 2,54,442 units exported in the same month of the previous year.Bajaj Sales Jan 2022Taking two wheeler sales into account, domestic sales dipped 14 percent to 1,35,496 units in January 2022 as against 1,57,404 units sold in January 2021. Two-wheelers exports were down 17 percent YoY to 1,87,934 units as compared with 2,27,532 units sold in January 2021. This took total sales in this segment to 3,23,430 units, down 16 percent over 3,84,936 units sold in January 2021.Top selling two wheelers included the Pulsar, Platina and CT100 while the Chetak e-scooter has also added to total sales. Last year, Bajaj launched the Pulsar 250 cc bike making it the most powerful in the Pulsar family. It is priced at Rs 1.38 lakhs. Bajaj is also setting up a new electric vehicle plant near Pune with an investment of Rs 300 crores. It will have an annual capacity of 5 lakh EVs per annum.Bajaj Sales Jan 2022Commercial Vehicle sales on the other hand, increased by 6 percent in domestic markets to 14,160 units in the past month, up from 13,353 units sold in January 2021. Exports dipped 4 percent to 25,853 units, down from 26,910 units shipped in January 2021. Total sales in this segment dipped 1 percent YoY to 40,013 units from 40,263 units sold in January 2021.Bajaj Auto Year-to-Date SalesBajaj Auto year to date, domestic and exports sales of two-wheelers and commercial vehicles increased 14 percent during the period April to January 2022. Total sales which had stood at 32,28,449 units in the April to January 2021 period increased to 36,95,225 units in the same period of 2022.De-growth was see only in the case of two wheeler domestic sales which dipped 3 percent to 14,37,480 units during the April-January 2022 period from 14,79,048 units in the same period of last year.Bajaj Sales YTD 2022Exports on the other hand increased 27 percent to 18,63,715 units, up from 14,64,149 units sold in April-January 2021. This took total sales in the segment to 33,01,195 units, up 12 percent from 29,43,197 units sold in the April-January 2021 period.Commercial vehicle YTD sales increased both in domestic and global markets. Total sales in this segment stood at 3,94,030 units, up 38 percent from 2,85,252 units sold in the same period of the previous year. Domestic sales growth was at 64 percent to 1,24,828 units while exports increased 29 percent YTD to 2,69,202 units, up from 2,08,995 units sold in April-January 2021. More

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      Husqvarna Vektorr Electric Scooter Render – Ather 450X Rival

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      Husqvarna Vektorr Electric Scooter RenderThe electric scooter will be primarily aimed at the European marketThe Husqvarna Vektorr electric scooter concept is not far away from meeting the assembly line at Bajaj Auto’s brand new EV production facility at Akurdi, Pune. The camouflaged prototypes of the urban runabout have been spotted testing in the country alongside its Bajaj counterpart, the neo-classic Chetak.Husqvarna Vektorr Electric Scooter RenderHusqvarna’s parent company KTM and Bajaj has been working on a modular electric scooter architecture which will play a crucial role in the urban mobility segment for all the three brand’s involved. The Bajaj Chetak is already on sale in India and the production version of Husqvarna Vektorr is set to be next.What you see here are the rendering images of the stylish EV created by our design specialist Pratyush Rout based on the spy images and concept. Though the scooter is expected to share a large number of its components with Bajaj Chetak, the styling is poles apart. While the donor model embraces an old school design, the Vektorr is all about modernity.The angular front apron with simple circular headlamps, upward sweeping rear bodywork and flat seats makes for a youthful appeal. The unconventional design targets young audience and will feel at home in the urban centers of big metros across the world.Husqvarna Vektorr Electric Scooter RenderWe expect Husqvarna to position the scooter at the premium end of the market, so we expect alloy wheels, high-end tires, front disk brake, digital instrument console with smartphone connectivity, LED headlamp, taillight and turn indicators, ABS (at least as an option) and so on.Technical SpecificationsWe don’t expect any drastic changes to the powertrain setup compared to the Bajaj Chetak which is propelled by a 4 kW electric motor. A 3 kWh lithium-ion battery pack supplies the electricity. Bajaj is in the process of introducing a slightly more powerful motor and a heavily localized battery. The Husqvarna Vektorr is most likely to start with the updated setup.The battery range is expected to be around 100 km on a full charge and top-speed in the sportiest mode is likely to be in the ballpark of 75 kmph. The Swedish brand could also be offering a more premium variant with a longer range to meet European customer requirements. Going by the spy-shots, the scooter is likely to be equipped with a single-sided trailing arm front suspension and rear mono-shock.Husqvarna Vektorr Electric Scooter RenderTarget MarketsThe Husqvarna Vektorr will be an important product for the KTM Group in international markets where zero emission scooters are gaining rapid acceptance, especially in big cities. The cost benefits associated with making it in India will enable the brand to price it competitively in the target markets.The scooter will be also sold in India where it will create a niche for itself in the fast growing premium electric two wheeler segment. It will rival the likes of Ather 450x and the new Ola Electric scooter S1 Pro. More

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      Suzuki Sales, Exports Breakup Dec 2021 – Access, Burgman, Gixxer, Intruder

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      Image – BLazeR9Suzuki Two Wheelers posted 27.30 percent YoY de-growth in domestic sales while exports increased 167.77 percent in December 2021Every leading two wheeler manufacturer in India has posted YoY de-growth in December 2021. These included Hero, Honda, TVS, Bajaj and Suzuki along with Enfield and Yamaha. Each of these companies posted double digit de-growth. However, it may be noted that this was not the case with electric two wheeler makers that saw a spurt in demand.Electric two wheeler sales are on the rise primarily due to a regular increase in prices of two wheelers along with escalating fuel prices. Electric vehicles also have the advantage of various Government of India subsidies while an easier access to charging stations has also contributed to its growth.Suzuki Two Wheeler Sales Dec 2021Total domestic sales in the past month dipped 27.30 percent to 32,549 units from 44,773 units sold in December 2020. MoM sales also fell 41.52 percent from 55,662 units sold in November 2021.It was the Suzuki Access scooter that topped sales charts with 25,358 units sold in December 2021, down 36.85 percent over 40,154 units sold in December 2020. MoM sales also dipped 40.31 percent from 42,481 units sold in November 2021. Suzuki Access commands a 77.91 percent in the company lineup, up from 76.32 percent held in November 2021.Suzuki Two Wheeler Sales / Exports Dec 2021 vs Dec 2020 (YoY)The only model to post YoY growth was Suzuki Burgman. Sales increased 116.28 percent YoY to 5,766 units. MoM sales however, dipped 48.74 percent from 11,248 units sold in November 2021. It was in December 2021 that the company added new colour schemes to the Suzuki Access and Burgman Street, which come in at a starting price of Rs 74,400 and Rs 86,100 respectively.Sales of Gixxer and Gixxer 250 dipped 26.53 percent and 11.61 percent YoY to 1,213 units and 198 units respectively while MoM sales of the Gixxer fell 28.86 percent MoM but sales of Gixxer 250 saw a marginal 7.03 percent increase.Lower down the list at No. 5 was the Hayabusa of which 12 units were sold last month, down 29.41 percent over 17 units sold in November 2021. Only 2 units of the V-Strom were sold in December 2021 down from 10 units sold in November 2021 while sales of the Intruder failed to take off.Suzuki Two Wheeler Sales / Exports Dec 2021 vs Nov 2021 (MoM)Suzuki Two Wheeler Exports Dec 2021Exports ended on a more promising note. Every model that is offered in overseas markets posted a YoY growth except for Hayate and Lets. MoM growth was across all models. Suzuki Gixxer topped export charts with 10,488 units sold last month, up 215.33 percent over 3,326 units sold in December 2020. Gixxer commanded a 56.39 percent share in December 2021, down from 63.54 percent held in November 2021 when sales stood at 6,294 units.Burgman exports also increased 120.95 percent YoY to 4,176 units, up from 1,890 units sold in December 2020. MoM exports were up 88.87 percent from 2,211 units sold in November 2021. Suzuki Gixxer 250 exports also noted a significant YoY and MoM increase up 200.96 percent and 149.05 percent respectively to 3,148 units exported in December 2021.Hayate sales dipped YoY by 22.50 percent to 372 units while MoM shipments surged 830 percent from just 40 units shipped in November 2021. Intruder (352 units) and Access (63 units) saw YoY exports up 266.67 percent and 425 percent respectively while 63 units of the Access scooter were shipped in the past month. More

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      2023 Acura Integra's Interior Spotted Looking Similar to the Civic's

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      @Derphound01 via Instagram

      Photos of the 2023 Acura Integra’s interior have appeared on social media.The Integra was on display at the 24 Hours of Daytona race in Florida.The production Integra will go on sale later this year.Whether it was intentional or not, Acura quietly revealed the interior of the 2023 Integra at the 24 Hours of Daytona race in Florida this weekend. While the Integra prototype reveal late last year didn’t include any photos or information about the new hatchback’s cabin, this car on display at the race appeared to have a production-ready cabin. User @Derphound01 sent these images to C/D via social media, and we can see that the Integra’s dashboard shares much with the Honda Civic’s.

      Though there are some differences in materials and design, the honeycomb texture of the air vents and the three knobs for the climate control appear similar between the two cars. So does the tablet-style touchscreen infotainment system sticking out of the dash. The shift knob for the six-speed manual has the same metal finish as the Civic Si’s but is shaped differently.

      @Derphound01 via Instagram

      The Integra also appears to have different seats than the Civic; in this example, the interior features a beige and black color scheme with leather upholstery. The steering wheel looks to have an “A-Spec” badge on the lower part of the rim, suggesting that the prototype shows the standard version of the Integra rather than the eventual Type S performance model.

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      We expect the standard Integra to share its powertrain with the Civic Si, meaning it will have a turbocharged 1.5-liter inline-four with around 200 horsepower. A six-speed manual will be available, but we don’t know if the Acura will offer the same continuously variable automatic transmission as the Civic or a different geared automatic. The Integra Type S is likely to use the more powerful turbo 2.0-liter inline-four from the upcoming 2023 Civic Type R.We’ll hear more details about the production 2023 Integra later this year, as it’s set to go on sale soon, with the Integra Type S likely to follow later on.
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