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      Bajaj Pulsar Sales Breakup Oct 2021 – 125, 150, 160, 180, 200, 220, 250

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      Bajaj Pulsar Oct 2021 Breakup Bajaj Pulsar YoY sales dipped both in terms of domestic sales and exports while MoM domestic sales increased 49.20 percent
      Bajaj Auto was the fourth best seller in the two wheeler segment in October 2021. Sales touched the 1,98,738 unit mark in October relating to a YoY de-growth of -26.02 percent, as against 2,68,631 units sold in October last year. It was Bajaj Pulsar that contributed good numbers to these sales in the past month, though considerably lower when compared to sales in October 2020.
      Bajaj Pulsar Sales Breakup Oct 2021
      Despite the fact that Bajaj Pulsar range has been a hot favorite among buyers in the country, October 2021 sales dipped 37.34 percent YoY. Sales in the past month stood at 86,500 units, down from 1,38,038 units sold in domestic markets in October 2020. MoM sales however, increased 49.20 percent over 57,974 units sold in September 2021. It may be seen from the attached tables that while every Pulsar model has noted a YoY de-growth, MoM sales were all more positive.
      Bajaj Pulsar 125 continued in top form with 48,662 units sold last month, down 25.67 percent over 65,468 units sold in October 2020. The Pulsar 125 currently commands a 56.21 percent share in the lineup. MoM sales increased 24.52 percent when compared to 39,081 units sold in September 2021. More recently, Bajaj launched two new flagship Pulsar models – Pulsar N250 and Pulsar F250.
      Bajaj Pulsar 150 YoY sales dipped 54.07 percent to 24,495 units in October 2021, down from 53,336 units sold in October 2020. MoM sales increased 121.03 percent over 11,082 units sold in September 2021. The Pulsar 150 currently holds a 28.32 percent share over 19.12 percent held in September 2021.
      Bajaj Pulsar Sales Breakup Oct 2021 vs Oct 2020 (YoY)
      Sales in October 2021 for Pulsar 160,180 and 200 stood at 7,407 units. This was a de-growth of 38.25 percent over 11,996 units sold in October 2020. However, it was a 100 percent growth when compared to 3,703 units sold in September 2021.
      A total of 5,936 units of the Bajaj Pulsar 220F and 250 models were sold last month. This was a YoY de-growth of 17.99 percent over 7,238 units sold in October 2020. MoM sales increased by 1,828 units or 44.50 percent over 4,108 units sold in September 2021. Bajaj Pulsar 220F has been discontinued from the company lineup and has been replaced by the new Pulsar 250 – N250 and F250.
      Bajaj Pulsar Exports Breakup Oct 2021
      Bajaj Pulsar exports dipped on a YoY (-17.57 percent) and MoM basis (-25.20 percent). YoY sales dipped to 26,711 units in October 2021, down from 32,406 units sold in October 2020. MoM sales fell 25.20 percent over 35,710 units sold in September 2021.
      Bajaj Pulsar Sales Breakup Oct 2021 vs Sep 2021 (MoM)
      In export markets, it was Pulsar 160, 180 and 200 that were more in demand. Sales dipped 19.22 percent YoY to 11,682 units over 14,461 units exported in October 2020. This range of Pulsars currently command a 43.73 percent share, lower than 67.41 percent held in September 2021 when exports stood at 16,254 units.
      Exports of Pulsar 200 also dipped 13.71 percent YoY to 10,106 units from 11,711 units sold in October 2020 while shipments in a MoM basis dipped 28.14 percent over 14,064 units exported in September 2021.
      Even as exports of Pulsar 125 and 220F dipped 3.85 percent to 4,148 units and 59.64 percent to 775 units YoY in October 2021, MoM exports of 220F ended on a more positive note. 220F exports increased 101.82 percent from 387 unit shipped in September 2021. More

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      2022 Yezdi Roadking Adventure And Scrambler Spied On New Video

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      2022 Yezdi Roadking Scrambler and AdventureWith Yezdi, Mahindra-owned Classic Legends will have more ammo to take on rivals like Royal Enfield
      After Jawa, Classic Legends is all set to bring back another iconic brand – Yezdi. Manufactured during the 70s to 90s, a number of Yezdi motorcycles were on offer such as Roadking, Classic, CL II, Deluxe, Monarch and Yezdi 175.
      Initially, the company will be launching two motorcycles, a scrambler and an adventure bike. Roadking scrambler will primarily challenge upcoming Royal Enfield Hunter whereas its ADV sibling will rival Himalayan. Both bikes have modern-retro profile with features such as round headlamp and rear-view mirrors, tear-drop shaped fuel tank, and spoke wheels.
      2022 Yezdi Roadking Adventure Video
      Roadking scrambler has a sleek single seat, rear tyre hugger and dual rear shock absorbers. Its ADV sibling packs in features such as large windscreen, raised front fender, dedicated luggage racks at front and rear, split seats and engine and radiator guard.
      With the additional equipment, Roadking ADV appears larger than the scrambler. It also appears to be using a larger front wheel, most likely a 19-inch unit. The rear wheel is a 17-inch unit. In comparison, the scrambler will have 17-inch wheels at both ends. Roadking ADV has swingarm rear suspension. Both bikes will have standard telescopic forks at front.
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      In terms of styling, both bikes are expected to get sporty graphics. It will primarily be seen on the fuel tank, as these bikes have bare minimum body panels. Expect the bikes to be offered in sprightly colour options.
      A white coloured Roadking ADV was recently spotted that had banded graphics on the fuel tank. Winged Yezdi logo along with engraved ‘Legendary Yezdi’ badging further enhance the bike’s look and feel.
      Yezdi Roadking engine
      Both Yezdi Roadking and ADV are likely to borrow the 334 cc engine from Jawa Perak. The liquid cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC motor generates max power of 30.64 ps and peak torque of 32.74 Nm. It is linked to a constant mesh 6-speed gearbox. However, the engine can be tweaked to suit specific needs of both these bikes.
      2022 Yezdi Roadking Adventure
      Comparing to rivals, upcoming Royal Enfield Hunter will be using the new 350cc engine. This was first introduced with Meteor 350 and recently with all-new Classic 350. It makes 20.2 bhp and 27 Nm. It is mated to a 5-speed constant mesh transmission. In case of Himalayan, the engine used is a 411cc, SOHC, air cooled motor. It makes 24.3 ps and 32 Nm.
      Just like Jawa, enthusiasts are eagerly waiting to witness the resurrection of Yezdi motorcycles. If things work out as expected in terms of design, performance and pricing, Yezdi bikes could become just as popular as their counterparts from Royal Enfield. Both Yezdi bikes are expected to be launched soon. They could be priced anywhere between Rs 1.75 lakh to Rs 2.10 lakh. More

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      Ferrari Daytona SP3, Latest Limited-Edition 'Icona' Car, Is a Stunner

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      Ferrari revealed the Daytona SP3 during an event at the Mugello racetrack in Italy today; it’s the latest in an ongoing series of “Icona” ultra-limited-edition cars.The Daytona SP3 has the iconic look of the sports-prototype racers that won the 1967 Daytona 24 Hours and features Ferrari’s equally iconic naturally aspirated mid-mounted 829-hp V-12.Only a few clients and collectors will be able to buy this Ferrari, and very likely at a seven-figure price. There is no such thing as a commonplace Ferrari, but some are definitely more special than others. The Italian company reserves its best efforts for the limited-run “Icona” specials that sit high up in its hierarchy, the cars that only the brand’s most loyal (and wealthy) customers are allowed to buy. The Daytona SP3, which has just been unveiled at Ferrari’s Finali Mondiali event at the Mugello circuit in Italy, is the latest of these—and it looks absolutely stunning.

      The combination of the words “Ferrari” and “Daytona” is likely to turn thoughts to the 365GTB/4 coupe and GTS/4 Spider from the late Sixties. Both of these were commonly known as Daytonas, a name inspired by Ferrari’s famous 1-2-3 finish at the 1967 Daytona 24-hour race, but the title was never official—and that car had its engine at the front. The new, fully sanctioned Daytona has been inspired by the famous victory, specifically the trio of sports prototypes that took the podium places: a 330P3/4, a 330P4, and a 412P.

      330P4s that took 1st and 2nd place at the 24 Hours of Daytona, 1967.
      Ferrari

      The car’s design pays obvious tribute to the muscular contours of those sports-car racers, and the SP3 shares their mid-engine layout with a mighty V-12 mounted behind the passenger compartment.

      Ferrari

      Ferrari

      The engine is based on the 6.5-liter unit fitted to the 812 Competizione, but with a new induction and exhaust system for its changed position within the car. Internal upgrades include titanium con rods. Piston pins, camshafts and sliding finger valve followers have all been treated with what is described as a Diamond Like Carbon treatment to reduce friction. Together with other modifications to the direct injection fueling system—with twin pumps supplying four separate fuel rails—the Daytona’s engine now produces 829 horsepower, 10 hp more than the Competizione. That makes it the most powerful Ferrari road-car combustion engine. Drive reaches the rear wheels through a seven-speed double-clutch gearbox.Although clearly inspired by the company’s ’60s sports prototypes, especially with the wraparound windshield and the heavily defined wheel arches, the Daytona SP3’s bodywork is thoroughly modern. The monocoque tub and all exterior panels are made from carbon fiber, with Ferrari claiming a dry weight of 3275 pounds.

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      Aerodynamics have been carefully considered, especially given the cooling requirements of the hugely powerful engine, but the Daytona looks much more subtle than the supercar norm, without aggressive wing elements. We’re told that the car does produce positive downforce, with much of this created by carefully optimized underbody ducting creating ground-effect assistance. We were particularly taken by the strakes on the rear. These, according to the company, are intended to “create the impression of a light, radical, structured monolithic volume that lends the Daytona SP3 a look that is both futuristic and a nod to signatures from Ferrari’s DNA.” We get strong 512 Testarossa vibes.

      Ferrari

      The new Daytona’s interior skews modern: retro ratio further to the left than the outside, using the same digital dashboard and UI as the SF90 Stradale. Seats are integrated into the body, and driving position adjustment is by a movable pedal box. The way the fabric for both sides links over the center tunnel is another nod to the way the ’60s sports cars were designed. Although these official images only show it without a roof, the SP3 features a clip-in targa panel and so should be more usable than its predecessors in Ferrari’s Icona series, the roofless and screenless SP1 and SP2 Monza.

      Ferrari

      Two details are conspicuously absent from the official release: price and proposed production numbers. This is one of those Ferraris that only the company’s elite customers will be invited to buy. It is hard to imagine that many of any of them will grumble at what will certainly be a seven-figure price tag, and it seems likely that volumes won’t be higher than the 500 limit of the Monza SP1 and SP2. As the official release puts it, this is a car “aimed solely at Ferrari’s top clients and collectors, proud ambassadors for the Prancing Horse marque.” That would be a fine club to be a member of, but also a very expensive one.
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      KTM India Sales, Exports Oct 2021 – Duke, RC 125, 200, 250, 390 ADV

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      Image – BIKEMANIAC PKKTM registered a total volume of 60 percent MoM growth in the domestic market
      KTM is currently at a stage where it will be revamping its entire lineup in the coming future. The bikemaker has already upgraded RC 125 and RC 200 in India and will soon be introducing the new generation RC 390 in the country. This will be followed by the introduction of the new-gen Duke range of motorcycles.
      KTM India Sales Oct 2021
      Meanwhile, the Austrian brand continues to generate decent sales volume both in domestic and overseas markets. The company registered a total domestic volume of 7,126 units in October this year as opposed to 6,757 units sold in October last year. This led to YoY growth of 5.46 percent.
      MoM growth of 60 percent was registered since KTM was able to dispatch 4,454 units across the country in September this year. The 200 Series of KTM was the most popular range last month with 4,696 units sold as opposed to 2,326 units sold the previous month. This led to MoM growth of 102 percent. YoY growth stood at 74.25 percent since, during October last year, KTM dispatched 2,695 units of the 200 range.
      The 390 range accumulated a volume of 1,171 units last month as opposed to 373 units sold in September which translates to YoY growth of 214 percent. During the same period last year, 1,038 units of the 390 range were dispatched with a YoY growth of almost 13 percent. 1,162 units of the 250 range were sold in October this year which is 11 units less than the volume recorded the previous month.
      KTM India Sales, Exports Oct 2021 vs Oct 2020 (YoY)
      This led to a marginal MoM decline of 0.94 percent. The YoY growth stood at 63.20 percent with 712 units sold during October last year. The entry-level 125 range could manage to sell only 97 units which resulted in big YoY and MoM drops of 95.80 percent and 83.33 percent.
      KTM India Exports Oct 2021
      As far as exports are concerned, a total of 7,126 motorcycles were exported by KTM outside India last month. During October last year, this figure stood at 3,658 units which have resulted in YoY degrowth of 27 percent. The Austrian brand shipped a total of 3,693 motorcycles abroad in September this year which translates to an MoM decline of 29.41 percent.
      The exports chart was topped by the 390 range with 1,154 units shipped abroad in October 2021. This was 378 units less than what was recorded during the same month last year which resulted in a negative YoY of 24.67 percent. However, the bikemaker reported a positive MoM growth of 29.23 percent since it was able to sell only 893 units in September this year.
      KTM India Sales, Exports Oct 2021 vs Sep 2021 (MoM)
      KTM shipped a total of 1,103 units of the 200 range in October this year which is 360 units less than October last year resulting in a YoY decline of 24.61 percent. The company managed to ship only 348 units of the 250 series and only 2 units of the 125 range. More

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      Bounce Infinity Electric Scooter Launch Date 2nd Dec – Booking At Rs 499

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      Bounce Electric ScooterWith a dense battery swapping network, Bounce Infinity users won’t have to worry about things like range or charging
      A pioneer in smart mobility in the country, Bounce is all set to launch its first electric scooter named Infinity. A ‘Made in India’ product, Infinity electric scooter will be equipped with advanced equipment and intelligent features. Today, launch date of the Bounce electric scooter was announced. It will launch on 2nd Dec 2021. Pre-bookings will commence from same date at Rs 499. Deliveries will commence from early next year. Exact date for start of delivery has not been revealed.
      Bounce Infinity Electric Scooter details
      Bounce Infinity has an elegant, aerodynamic profile with features such as round headlamp, retro-styled front fender, LCD instrument console, single piece seat, sporty alloy wheels, prominent grab rail, and edgy tail lamp. The scooter is likely to be offered in single-tone colour options.
      Bounce Infinity utilizes a hub-mounted motor. The scooter has been spotted with telescopic front fork and dual rear suspension. It has single disc brakes at both ends. More technical details are expected to be revealed in coming weeks.
      Bounce Infinity ownership options
      There are two options for users who may want to buy Bounce Infinity electric scooter. First is the conventional way, wherein users pay the full price including the cost of the scooter and battery. In this option, users will have the freedom to remove the Li-ion battery and charge it as per their convenience. This is likely to be preferred by city dwellers living in multi-storeyed buildings. The flip side is that this option will increase overall ownership cost.
      Bounce Electric Scooter. Image – Powerdrift
      Second option is ‘Battery as a service’, wherein users don’t need to pay for the cost of battery. Whenever they need a fully charged battery, they can swap batteries at any of Bounce’s battery swapping hubs. This system brings the overall experience closer to that of refuelling at a standard fuel station. It not only saves time but also eliminates range anxiety and the hassles of charging an electric scooter.
      Choosing ‘Battery as a service’ option will reduce acquisition cost by as much as 40-50%. Users will only be charged when they swap their battery. With reduced acquisition cost, Bounce Infinity electric scooter will become accessible to a larger customer base. It could also be preferred over rival products that come with non-removable batteries.
      Improving battery swapping infrastructure
      To ensure users can easily find a battery swapping station, Bounce is working to expand its battery-swapping network. The network will cater to both retail customers as well as the company’s ride-sharing business. As of now, Bounce has battery swapping stations at more than 170 locations. This will be expanded all across India in the coming years. Till date, Bounce’s EV fleet has clocked 2 crore kilometres. More than 5 lakh battery swaps have been successfully executed.
      Bounce electric scooter will be manufactured at a plant in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan. This plant was earlier owned and operated by 22Motors. Bounce had acquired this company in 2021 in a 100% stake sale deal. Along with the plant, Bounce has access to intellectual property of 22Motors. The facility can manufacture 1.80 lakh electric scooters per year. Based on demand, Bounce could also setup up its second facility in southern India. More

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      Top 10 Motorcycles Oct 2021 – Splendor, Pulsar, Apache, Platina

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      New Yamaha R15. Image – MRD VlogsSales volume is expected to pick up pace gradually with the semiconductor crisis likely to improve soon
      Sales of two-wheelers in recent months have witnessed a significant drop thanks to the shortage in semiconductor chips globally. The decline in sales is even witnessed in the motorcycle segment where the top ten selling bikes have contributed to a monthly volume of 8,43,622 units in October this year.
      Top 10 Motorcycles Oct 2021 – Splendor leads sales charts
      During the same month last year, this figure stood at 10,72,685 units which has resulted in a YoY decline of 21.35 percent. The top-selling motorcycle was Hero Splendor which recorded a volume of 2,67,821 units last month as opposed to 3,15,798 units sold in October last year. This translates to a YoY drop of 15.19 percent.
      Splendor was followed by its sibling HF Deluxe at the second spot after the latter registered a volume of 1,64,311 units last month. In October last year, 2,33,061 units of HF Deluxe were dispatched by the company across India which has resulted in a YoY decline of 29.50 percent.
      Honda sold 1,13,554 units of CB Shine which is almost 5,000 units lesser than what was recorded in October 2020. This led to a YoY decline of 4.21 percent. Below is the detailed sales table of the top 10 motorcycles sold in India for Oct 2021.
      Top 10 Motorcycles Oct 2021 vs Oct 2020 (YoY)
      Pulsar, Apache Witness Decline
      Bajaj dispatched a total of 86,500 units of Pulsar-branded motorcycles in October this year, which translated to a YoY decline of 37.42 percent. During the same period last year, the bikemaker sold 1,38,218 units of the sports commuter motorcycle across India. Pulsar was closely followed by Platina with a monthly volume of 84,109 units in comparison to 60,967 units dispatched in October 2020.
      Platina was also the only motorcycle on the list to record positive YoY growth of 38 percent. TVS sold 39,799 units of Apache bikes to occupy the sixth spot and witness small YoY degrowth of 2.79 percent. During the same period, the Hosur-based bikemaker sold 40,943 units of Apache. Hero was able to sell 25,663 units of Glamour in October this year which is a YoY drop of 67.28 percent.
      Dream, Sport, Classic round up list
      Last year, the largest two-wheeler manufacturer dispatched 78,439 units of the 125cc motorcycle. Honda sold 22,407 units of its entry-level bike Dream in October which recorded a marginal YoY growth of 0.60 percent. TVS sold 19,730 units of Sport last month which is 2,487 units less than the volume recorded in October 2020. This resulted in YoY growth of 11.19 percent.

      Top 10 Motorcycles
      Oct-21
      Oct-20
      %

      1. Hero Splendor
      2,67,821
      3,15,798
      -15.19

      2. Hero HF Deluxe
      1,64,311
      2,33,061
      -29.50

      3. Honda CB Shine
      1,13,554
      1,18,547
      -4.21

      4. Bajaj Pulsar
      86,500
      1,38,218
      -37.42

      5. Bajaj Platina
      84,109
      60,967
      37.96

      6. TVS Apache
      39,799
      40,943
      -2.79

      7. Hero Glamour
      25,663
      78,439
      -67.28

      8. Honda Dream
      22,407
      22,542
      -0.60

      9. TVS Sport
      19,730
      22,217
      -11.19

      10. Royal Enfield Classic 350
      19,728
      41,953
      -52.98

      Total
      8,43,622
      10,72,685
      -21.35

      The list was rounded up by Royal Enfield Classic 350 which recently received a generation upgrade. The Chennai-based bikemaker was able to sell only 19,728 units of the retro-style motorcycle as opposed to 41,953 units in October last year. This translated to a YoY decline of 53 percent. More

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      New Jawa Cruiser Front Spied – Retro Styling With Contemporary Features

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      New Jawa Cruiser. Image – IamabikerWith growing popularity of Jawa motorcycles, there’s scope to introduce more products in 350cc segment
      Mahindra-owned Classic Legends is working on an aggressive portfolio expansion strategy that will give rise to new Jawa motorcycles as well resurrected brands such as Yezdi and BSA. Jawa range will soon be expanded to include a new cruiser bike. This has been spotted multiple times on road tests near Pune, Maharashtra.
      Jawa cruiser styling and features
      Latest spy shots reveal the front, top and side section of new Jawa cruiser. Retro flavour is evident in the round headlamp, bar-end round rear-view mirrors, and tear-drop turn indicators. The bike has a chubby profile, as is evident with the rounded fuel tank and side panels. Other key features include compact windscreen, fork gaiters, spoke-styled alloy wheels, engine and leg guard and dual exhaust pipes.
      Most of the key components have been blacked-out such as engine casing, frame, exhaust, alloy wheels, and rear suspension. Based on colour options available at the time of launch, some of these components could have a metallic finish.
      Users can expect comfortable rides on Jawa cruiser, as it has upright, ergonomic riding stance. Footpegs are slight forward set, which should ensure optimal leg comfort even for taller riders. Wide handlebar will ensure hands can stay rested without any discomfort even during long distance touring.
      New Jawa Cruiser Spied
      The single-piece seat appears to pack in thick padding, which should further enhance riding pleasure. The seat is pretty wide as well, possibly larger than that of current breed of Jawa motorcycles. The seat will offer optimal comfort for both rider and pillion.
      In terms of features, Jawa cruiser will be getting an inverted speedo. Existing Jawa bikes already have this feature. Other contemporary features could include LED headlamp with LED DRLs. Bluetooth-based connectivity features could also be on offer.
      Jawa cruiser engine and specs
      It is likely that Jawa cruiser will be using the 334cc motor that is currently used with Perak. The liquid cooled, single cylinder, DOCH motor churns out 30.64 ps of max power and 32.74 Nm of peak torque. It is linked to a constant mesh 6-speed gearbox.
      Suspension duties will be performed by conventional telescopic forks at front and dual rear shock absorbers. While alloy wheels will be standard, the bike could also be offered with spoke wheels. Braking system will have disc brakes at both ends. Dual-channel ABS will be offered as standard.
      Jawa cruiser bike may not have a direct rival at the time of its launch. In terms of its pricing, it will continue to rival the existing range of Royal Enfield motorcycles. In the long-term, Jawa cruiser can face competition from new 350cc bikes being readied by Royal Enfield. Honda has also set aggressive plans for this segment. It too can introduce new bikes to rival Jawa cruiser. More

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      Cars That Were Ruined by a Redesign: Window Shop with Car and Driver

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      Hard-hitting, insightful and full of hyperbolic political tension, Window Shopping returns to YouTube this week with another inspiring challenge. The goal this week was to find examples of cars that, upon a redesign, practically destroyed that brand forever. That’s like, well, how the ’58 Chevy was worse than the ’57. Or how the ’58 Thunderbird pretty much wiped away the awesome of the ’57. But surprisingly, all five of this week’s august panelists picked vehicles of more recent vintage. Cars that sucked—in the recent past.Beaming in from España is contributor Jonathan Ramsey whose choice hails from an entirely different hemisphere than the one he’s in. Road & Track’s John Pearley Huffman hones in on a major mistake from a company that rarely makes mistakes. Senior editor Joey Capparella finds yet another silver (Actually, it’s red—Ed.) Japanese car as his nominee. Second Sub-Assistant to the Plenary of Objective Testing K.C. Colwell picks out one of the great betrayals in the history ovals that are blue. And finally, there’s our moderator, Poobah-elect Tony Quiroga who picks on a marginal car from a marginal manufacturer.You know you have an hour to kill. So kill it with this exciting—okay, exciting-ish—adventure in arguing about things that don’t matter. Because nihilism is a philosophical dead-end and Window Shopping is the antidote.

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