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      Jeep Wrangler, Ford Bronco Crash Tests Compared: It's Eye-Opening

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      With the revival of the Ford Bronco, the Jeep Wrangler is faced with a genuine hometown rival for the first time in more than a quarter-century. And while plenty of folks are happy to debate the merit of the two SUVs’ off-road capabilities, a recent upload to the YouCar YouTube channel might help you decide which truck belongs in your garage. That’s because we now have a chance to better see how the two off-roaders compare when faced with the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s most difficult crash test: the small overlap front impact. Spoiler alert: Things don’t look great for the old seven-bar grille. The small overlap front impact test is the most brutal task that a car undertakes during crash testing. It consists of accelerating a vehicle up to 40 mph before smashing at least 25 percent of the frontal area into a five-foot-tall barrier. The area that makes impact must be biased toward the driver’s side, which helps simulate hitting another vehicle or an object such as a telephone pole. As the IIHS has previously reported, the Ford Bronco received a Good rating for its efforts in this area, whereas the Wrangler pulled away with only a Marginal score. (See the IIHS full set of ratings and test results for the 2021 Ford Bronco.) And while that might not seem like a tremendous difference, the footage speaks for itself.
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      Upon smashing into the barrier, the Bronco’s front fender immediately collapses, while the front wheel is smashed up into the fender well. It isn’t a pretty thing to watch, as is made evident by the SUV’s Marginal score in the lower leg/foot evaluation. That said, the results don’t look that much better for the Wrangler. Like with the Ford, the Wrangler’s crash structure immediately begins to deform on impact. Furthermore, the front wheel once again finds itself shoved back towards the cabin. Unlike the Ford however, the Jeep scores a better Good rating in the lower leg/foot evaluation. This action nonetheless appears more violent on the Jeep, as it appears to help the Wrangler flip onto its side. According to the IIHS, this happened during both tests of this nature. (See the IIHS full set of ratings and test results for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler.) The Institute had the following to say about the Wrangler’s performance: In both of the Institute’s tests, the vehicle tipped onto its passenger side after striking the barrier. The partial rollover presents an additional injury risk beyond what the standard criteria are intended to measure in small overlap frontal crash tests. A vehicle tipping onto its side is not an acceptable outcome for a frontal crash and, as a result, the Wrangler’s overall rating was downgraded to Marginal.

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      It is important to note that this Jeep footage is from the 2019 model year, though the scores have not changed in the subsequent years. So while there might be arguments to be made for the Jeep’s capability, it’s clearly not quite on the same level as the Ford in terms of outright safety. Whether or not that is a good enough reason to change allegiances will be a personal decision, but I know which SUV I’d rather have a bad day in.

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan Vs Yezdi Adventure – Specs, Price Comparison

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      Image – SKRYezdi Adventure matches spec to spec with its closest competitor Royal Enfield Himalayan
      Classic Legends recently revived the Yezdi brand by dropping three bombs- Scrambler, Roadster and Adventure. Out of these three, Adventure is garnering a lot of attention for the sheer fact it looks so similar to Royal Enfield Himalayan which also happens to be its nearest rival.
      Like Himalayan, Yezdi Adventure is also a purpose-built adventure bike and it shows in its design. Apart from their design, these two bikes are comparable to each other in a lot of ways. This article reflects how the new adventure bike from Classic Legends in the block stack up against an old seasoned rival, at least on paper.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan Vs Yezdi Adventure – Specs
      Starting with the powertrain, Himalayan obviously receives the larger 411cc SOHC engine which is surprisingly less powerful than the 334cc DOHC unit powering the Yezdi. While the former kicks out a peak power of 24 bhp, the latter pumps 30 bhp of maximum power. However, Himalayan does receive an advantage of slightly more torque which is achieved at a lower rpm than the Yezdi ADV.
      While Royal Enfield offers a 5-speed gearbox, Yezdi utilises a 6-speed unit on its adventure bike. This should help the latter cruise on triple-digit speeds for longer durations. That said, Himalayan has a much simpler setup with its air and oil cooler as opposed to a liquid cooler in Adventure.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan vs Yezdi Adventure
      Hardware Configuration
      When it comes to adventure motorcycling, dynamics of a bike is a very crucial aspect. While Himalayan is underpinned by a Half-duplex split cradle frame, Adventure is based on a dual cradle frame. Both frames are suspended on conventional telescopic forks up front and a mono-shock. Further, both suspension units on both motorcycles offer the exact same travel of 200mm and 180mm at front and rear respectively.
      Both bikes offer an identical ground clearance of 220mm, however, the saddle of Himalayan is more accessible at 800mm as compared to 815mm in Adventure. On the flip side, Yezdi is lighter at 188kg as opposed to 199kg of Himalayan. Both bikes ride on 21-inch front and 17-inch rear wire-spoked wheels shod with dual-purpose tubeless tyres. In the braking department, Adventure offers a slightly larger disc brake at front.
      Features on offer
      In terms of features, Yezdi Adventure is the clear winner with a longer list of gizmos. For starters, Yezdi receives a fully digital instrument console as compared to Himalayan’s semi-digital unit. Both bikes receive Bluetooth connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation, however, Yezdi gets three ABS modes (Road, Off-road, and Rain). Himalayan instead gets a switchable ABS. Yezdi also receives full-LED lighting which Himalayan misses out on.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan vs Yezdi Adventure
      Price Comparison
      Coming to prices, boh bikes are precariously closely priced, however, the Royal Enfield is slightly more expensive than its Yezdi counterpart. Prices for Himalayan start at 2.14 lakh whereas Adventure is available at a starting price of Rs 2.10 lakh (ex-showroom). On paper, Yezdi Adventure certainly offers more value for money in comparison to Royal Enfield Himalayan. More

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      Ather Electric Scooter Makers Get Rs 420 Cr From Hero MotoCorp

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      Ather Electric ScooterHero MotoCorp has revealed that Sustainability and Emerging Mobility is priority area for the company
      Hero MotoCorp is leaving no stone unturned in creating a wider presence for itself in the electric vehicle (EV) segment in India. The world’s largest two-wheeler producer is looking for broader stakes in the electric mobility space of the country. In line with its vision of “Be the Future of Mobility”, the company has announced fresh investments in Ather Energy.
      The board of Hero MotoCorp has approved a new investment of up to Rs. 420 crore in the Bengaluru-based EV startup in one or more tranches. Prior to the proposed investment, Hero MotoCorp’s shareholding in Ather Energy stood 34.8 percent. Ather Energy are the makers of one of the best selling electric scooter in India.
      Hero MotoCorp Investments in Ather Energy
      Post this fresh investment, shareholding will increase and exact shareholding will be determined upon completion of the capital raise round by Ather. This is the fifth time Hero MotoCorp is investing in Ather. Hero MotoCorp first invested in Ather back in 2016 when it became a strategic partner.
      Earlier in July 2020, Hero MotoCorp invested Rs 84 crore to raise its stake in the EV startup. The company has also invested $12 million (Rs 89 crore) as a part of the Series D round in Ather Energy.
      Ather Energy is backed by Hero MotoCorp
      Hero was one of the early investors in Ather Energy and has continued to expand its association over the years. The company is also exploring collaborations with Ather in various other spheres such as technology, charging infrastructure and sourcing.
      Upcoming E-scooter from Hero MotoCorp
      Although Hero hasn’t officially set into the EV space by itself, it has formed strategic alliances with external EV manufacturers like Ather Energy and Gogoro. The company is gearing up to unveil its first electric vehicle in March this year. The vehicle is being developed at its R&D set-up – the Center of Innovation and Technology (CIT) in Jaipur and the Tech Center Germany (TGG) near Munich in Germany.
      The upcoming electric scooter from Hero MotoCorp will be produced at the company’s manufacturing facility at Chittoor in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Hero MotoCorp is currently engaged in a legal battle with Hero Electric over the use of its brand name ‘Hero’ for electric two-wheelers.
      In October 2021, Hero MotoCorp became the first company to adopt Ather Energy’s fast-charging technology for its own upcoming electric scooter slated to be launched in a few months. Coming to Ather Energy, the startup was established in 2013 and it is in the business of designing, manufacturing, producing, selling, servicing, software development, and software management, in relation to electric automobiles and charging infrastructure. More

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      Ola Stops Production Of S1 Electric Scooter – Customers Notified

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      Ola Electric Only Making S1 Pro – S1 Production DelayedCustomers who have booked S1 have received communication that S1 variant will be manufactured only in late 2022
      Even as Ola Electric has commenced deliveries since December last year, not all customers seem to be happy. In the latest development, S1 buyers have been informed that S1 manufacturing has been shifted to late 2022. In its communication, Ola Electric has said that it will be prioritizing production of S1 Pro, as the vast majority of customers have opted for the top-spec variant.
      Options for S1 buyers
      With priority being given to S1 Pro, people who have booked base-spec S1 can choose the upgrade option. This can be done when the final payment window opens on Ola app on January 21 at 6 PM.
      Dispatches will continue throughout January and February. Customers may have to wait 10-20 days post-dispatch to get home delivery of their scooter. It will depend on customer’s location and RTO requirements in a particular city.
      For S1 customers who do not wish to upgrade, they have the option to wait till production resumes for that variant. It means waiting time of around 9-11 months. Customers will be notified as soon as production resumes for S1. They can then make the final payment. The third option for S1 buyers is that they can cancel the booking. This can be done on Ola app or by contacting their customer support team.
      Ola S1 Electric Scooter Discontinued Temporarily – Customers Notified
      S1 customer reactions
      Many S1 customers have shared their feedback on social channels. They are apparently miffed and are calling it a biased approach by the company. Things would have been different if production was delayed for all variants. But when priority is being given to a particular variant over other, it is naturally being opposed by buyers.
      Some customers are also saying that they are essentially being forced to upgrade to S1 Pro. This may not be possible for everyone, as it requires an additional payment of around Rs 30k.
      It remains to be seen how Ola Electric responds to such complaints. Many times in the past, businesses had to change their decisions based on consumer feedback.
      Ola S1 buyer reacts to the update
      S1 vs. S1 Pro
      While S1 can suffice for everyday needs, S1 Pro buyers get several additional benefits. For example, while S1 has ride modes of Normal and Sport, S1 Pro gets an additional Hyper ride mode. In Hyper mode, top speed of the scooter is 115 kmph. This may not be fully utilized in city conditions, but it can still come handy during overtaking. S1 top speed is 90 kmph.
      S1 Pro has faster acceleration as well, with 0-40 kmph achieved in 3 seconds. In comparison, S1 takes 3.6 seconds. Most useful benefit of S1 Pro is that it offers a higher range of 181 km. In comparison, S1 has range of 121 km. It is to note that true range can vary based on various factors. Higher range means more freedom to explore and fewer pit stops for charging, be it at home or outside. More

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      Toyota Camry Fans! You Can Own the Car That Started It All

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      There’s a rarely seen first-gen Toyota Corona for sale on the auction site Bring a Trailer. The aqua 1966 sedan comes complete with 13-inch wheels and a two-speed automatic transmission.The Corona model was the predecessor to the Camry. The no-reserve auction ends on Wednesday, January 19, with bidding as of Saturday at $3000 but sure to go up.”From Small Things (Big Things One Day Come),” Bruce Springsteen once sang. The Boss probably wasn’t referencing the first-gen Toyota Corona, but he could have been. This humble sedan—Toyota’s second try at selling a passenger car in the U.S. market after the disaster of the Toyopet—is the model to which today’s Toyota Camry can draw its lineage. And while the long-serving, bestselling Camry is a big deal, the Corona from which it sprung is indeed pretty small. It’s also pretty obscure, which makes this highly original 1966 example, for sale right now on Bring a Trailer (our fellow Hearst Autos website), all the more significant.

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      We’ll grant that the Camry nameplate dates back only to 1983, when Toyota retired the Corona moniker and switched the car from rear- to front-wheel drive. The Corona, though, was the progenitor. Launched in 1965, it was the first Toyota designed for the U.S. market and had such necessities as an automatic transmission and air conditioning. It was offered as a sedan or a hardtop coupe. Selling alongside the Land Cruiser, the Corona helped Toyota triple its U.S. sales to 20,000 units in 1966.

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      This 1966 model is powered by a 1.9-liter four-cylinder paired with a column-shifted two-speed Toyoglide transmission. The bench seats, chrome wheel covers, and horizontal-band speedometer give it the vibe of a shrunken American sedan. It’s said to have been found in a barn near Seminole, Oklahoma, not far from where it was sold new in Tulsa. The seller has brought the car back to running condition, and the dry climate has preserved the body, but the overall presentation is that of an unrestored 55-year-old car.Surely there are hardcore Camry fans who have collected one from every generation of Toyota’s popular mid-sizer. But we ask: Is your collection truly complete unless you have the car that started it all?
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      2022 Ford Ranger's New Splash Edition Colors Revealed

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      Ford has announced new colors for the 2022 Ranger’s Splash Limited Edition packages.Joining the previously announced Snow Edition are the Forest Edition and the Sand Edition.As with the regular orange-and-black Splash package, the limited-edition colors cost $1495.Last year, Ford announced the revival of the Ranger’s retro-inspired Splash package and said a select number of 2022 models would also be available in other unique colors that would be announced every few months. At the time, the first of these one-time-only Splash Limited Edition colors to be revealed was the Snow Edition. Now, Ford has released additional images and further details about the new Forest Edition and Sand Edition.

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      The Snow Edition’s exclusive paint color is called Avalanche—because snow, get it?—and along with covering most of the mid-size truck’s bodywork it also tints the grille nostrils. Inside, the Lariat trim level brings black leather upholstery with Ash Gray contrast stitching that’s offset by carbon-fiber-esque stripes on the seats. Ford says it plans to offer around 750 Snow Editions, with availability expected to start this spring.

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      As its name implies, the 2022 Ford Ranger Sand Edition is the color of beaches, dunes, and deserts. In fact, the paint color is literally called Desert Sand. Unlike the Snow Edition, its grille nostrils are painted red, which provides a nice pop of color to the otherwise understated hue. It’s mostly the same inside, except the XLT trim level means the leather is replaced by black cloth. Still, the contrast stitching and carbon-fiber-like design elements remain. Ford is reserving fewer Rangers with the Sand Edition, as it says only about 500 copies will be offered when orders open this summer.

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      The Forest Edition is our favorite of these new special editions. Wearing a gorgeous shade called Forged Green, we think it gives the truck its most rich and rugged appearance. It also pairs nicely with the 18-inch black wheels and red grille nostrils. The XLT trim level again includes black cloth upholstery with the aforementioned interior accents. The Forest Edition will see a limited run of approximately 500 examples when it becomes available this summer.All three of the Splash Limited Editions will cost an extra $1495. That’s the same price as the regular Splash appearance package, which features orange paint, black body-side graphics, and unique interior appointments. Unlike the Limited Editions, the orange Splash package will be available throughout the 2022 model year on both XLT and Lariat models.
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      Ola Electric Scooters Of Awaiting Buyers Ready For Dispatch At Factory

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      Ola Electric Scooters at FutureFactory – Ready for dispatch to ownersOla S1 and S1 Pro deliveries have commenced from December 15, 2021 onwards, but several customers are yet to receive one
      Ola Electric has been facing quite a few teething troubles including delay in deliveries. Only 275 units were delivered till December 2021. Ola Electric had said that while most scooters have reached delivery centres, there could be some that are in transit. Some could also be undergoing RTO registration process.
      Ola Electric Scooter Buyers Awaiting Delivery
      To avoid any further delays in deliveries, Ola Electric has boosted production to almost 1,000 units per day. Ola’s CEO Bhavish Aggarwal has shared a new video that shows hundreds of Ola Electric scooters lined up at the company’s manufacturing facility.
      For all customers who have paid 20k, the final payment window will open on January 21. For these customers, dispatches will continue throughout January and February.
      Next purchase window soon
      Ola Electric will also be opening next advance payment window soon. However, an exact timeline has not been provided. Like earlier, this advance payment will be for Rs 20k. People who had reserved their scooter will be notified via email, SMS and Ola app. In case of new customers, they can reserve their Ola scooter online by paying Rs 499. They will get preference when the next advance payment window opens.

      Lohri ki lakh lakh vadhaiyan, Sankrati ki shubhkaamnayein, Pongal vazhthukkal!
      We’re celebrating with our own harvest ?? ?
      Sea of scooters awaits! Final payment window opens Jan 21, 6pm in Ola App for all customers who’ve paid 20k. We’ll dispatch across Jan & Feb. pic.twitter.com/RZSAeclC0e
      — Bhavish Aggarwal (@bhash) January 14, 2022

      Total number of people waiting to get deliveries of their S1 and S1 Pro scooter must be pretty high. As may be recalled, the company had claimed sales worth Rs 1,100 crore when bookings were opened last year in September. These bookings were received in a limited purchase window of only two days.
      If the numbers are true, Ola Electric could be sitting on orders of more than 1 lakh units. However, not all of these pre-bookings can be expected to be converted into sales. It is possible that some customers may opt out. This is especially true in the present situation where deliveries have been delayed. Earlier, deliveries were planned to commence from October 2021. It was later shifted to December 2021.
      New products planned
      Ola Electric is reportedly working to expand its portfolio to provide more options to customers. One of the new products will be a more affordable electric scooter that will be positioned as an entry-level model. As of now, S1 and S1 Pro are offered at starting price of Rs 99,999 and Rs 1,29,999, respectively. Effective on-road price will vary based on subsidies provided by respective state governments.
      Ola entry-level scooter could be named Ola Series S. This name has already been registered. It could have a range of around 100 km and top speed of up to 80 kmph. Price could be in the range of Rs 70k to Rs 80k.
      It will have better competencies against other entry-level electric scooters such as those manufactured by Hero Electric, Ampere, etc. In terms of price, Ola Electric new scooter can also emerge as a viable option for users looking to upgrade from popular scooters such as Honda Activa and TVS Jupiter. More

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      CYBORG Electric Motorcycle Bob-e Debuts – 110 KM Range, Swappable Battery

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      Cyborg electric motorcycle Bob-eInstead of standard electric two-wheelers, CYBORG is focusing on offering niche products to its target audience
      Homegrown startup Ignitron Motocorp has unveiled its second ‘Made in India’ electric motorbike named Bob-e under CYBORG brand. It will primarily target youngsters, who may favour a balanced approach in terms of style and environmental conservation. Last year in December, the company had unveiled Cyborg Yoda electric cruiser motorcycle.
      Cyborg Bob-e styling and features
      Cyborg Bob-e derives design inspiration from dirt motorbikes. It has a compact, sporty profile with features such as low-set handlebar, sleek LED headlamp and DRL, raised front fender, trendy LED turn signals, single-piece seat and elevated tail section.
      On the side, the bike has sculpted fairing that enhances its overall look and feel. Initially, the bike will be available in two colour options of Red and Black. In terms of features, Cyborg Bob-e is equipped with a IP65-rated LED display. A number of advanced features are on offer such as geo locate, geo fencing, USB charging, Bluetooth connectivity, and remote keyless ignition.
      Other key features include reverse mode and cruise control. Cyborg Bob-e also has regenerative braking, which can help boost overall range. Regenerative braking works by converting kinetic energy into electrical energy, which is then used to recharge the battery.
      Cyborg electric motorcycle Bob-e
      Cyborg Bob-e range and specs
      Bob-e electric motorbike is equipped with a 2.88 kWH Lithium-ion battery that connects to a BLDC hub motor. This is slightly lower than Cyborg Yoda that has a 3.24 kWh battery pack. Bob-e has a top speed of 85 kmph and range of 110 km. In comparison, the Yoda electric cruiser has a top speed of 90 kmph and range of 150 km. Max power output is 8.5 KW and there are three ride modes of Eco, Normal and Sport.
      Batteries used with Cyborg motorcycles are swappable units. Bob-e battery charging time from 0-80% is 3 hours. A Full charge requires 4-5 hours. The bike will come with a 15 Amp home fast charger.
      Suspension system on-board Bob-e motorbike comprises standard telescopic forks at front and fully-adjustable monoshock at rear. The bike has disc brakes at front, integrated with CBS (combined braking system). Wheelbase and ground clearance is 1240 mm and 260 mm, respectively.
      Cyborg electric motorcycles specs : Bob-e and Yoda
      Sales and service network
      The company is working to build a nationwide network of sales and service centres. Plan is to cover most parts in northern, southern and western India. The network will comprise distributors as well as service centres.
      For convenience of customers, Ignitron is partnering with roadside assistance service providers. Battery swapping stations and pay as you go Cyborg stations are also being set-up. Cyborg stations are planned to be set up every 1 kilometre.
      An opportunity will be provided to vendors to set up Cyborg charging stations. These will have fast charging units that can provide 50% charge in 30 minutes. Payment to vendors will be credited online along with service charges and premium fee. Such incentives will be crucial in helping expand the charging network. More