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2024 Ducati Panigale V2 Gets A Black-On-Black Makeover

June 8, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News

Whether you are aware of it or not, every motorcycle OEM utilizes a particular, frequently copyrighted color in all aspects of its business, including branding and bike liveries. Kawasaki Green and Yamaha Blue are two examples of colors that are very much in use. In contrast to KTM orange, Harley’s color scheme is orange and black, and Husqvarna proudly wears its blue and yellow heritage color in tribute to its Swedish heritage.

Of course, discussing Ducati would be incomplete without mentioning Ducati Red. A certified colorimetric (that’s a color scientist, and they do exist) would probably be able to describe in detail how it visually differs from Honda Red, different from MV Agusta red, and different from GasGas red.

Though it’s reasonable to argue that if you can see colors in the first place, you can probably distinguish between those reds easily, even for those of us who aren’t expert color scientists.

That’s not to imply, though, that Ducati avoids experimenting with colors other than its trademark red hue—far from it. Both Ducati Yellow and its favorite hue of red can be used to describe the brand. However, neither the red nor the yellow of Ducati resemble those of Ferrari, another neighboring company in the Italian Motor Valley, which has its own distinguishing red and yellow hues.

As a result, on June 6, 2023, the team from Borgo Panigale officially unveiled the 2024 Ducati Panigale V2. The daring new look from Bologna for this season is its Black-On-Black paint, though you can still have it in Ducati Red if you’d like. Maybe someone at Ducati said, “I see a red bike and I want to paint it black.”

The new Ducati Red paint—as well as the Iceberg White liveries that Bologna recently unveiled on the 2024 SuperSport 950 S and the 2024 Monster—stands in sharp contrast to the Black-On-Black livery. In terms of science, black is understood to be the absence of light, therefore anybody attempting to imitate black as a color must conceptually contort oneself in order to produce the deepest paint (and avoid upsetting Anish Kapoor in the process).

White, on the other hand, is made up of every color that may possibly exist. Ducati Red is one of those colors.

The 2024 Panigale V2 maintains its technical integrity whilst receiving a new livery. The Panigale V2 lineup is presently the sole twin in Ducati’s 2024 lineup, and it is powered by a 955cc V-twin. It is rated to produce 76.7 pound-feet of torque at 9,000 rpm and 155 horsepower at 10,750 rpm.

The cost and selection will differ by location. According to Ducati, the 2024 Panigale V2 should begin showing up in showrooms in the US and Canada in the third quarter of 2023. The MSRP in the US is $18,595, while the MSRP in Canada is $20,895.

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Ronaldo’s Club Will Be Taken Over By A Saudi Wealth Fund

June 6, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Sport News

As the government revives a proposal to privatise a number of state-owned sports organizations, the sovereign wealth fund of Saudi Arabia will assume ownership of four of the biggest football teams in the country, including Al-Nassr, where Cristiano Ronaldo now plays.

Following a report by Saudi Arabia’s state news agency SPA that the country will begin privatizing a number of sports clubs in the fourth quarter, the sports ministry said on Twitter on Monday that the Public Investment Fund (PIF) will control 75% of al-Ittihad, Al-Ahli, Al-Nassr, and Al-Hilal.

With the exception of Al-Ahli, who plays in the Saudi First Division, all are in the top-flight Saudi Professional League. PIF has already taken control of a number of businesses before partially privatizing them.

One of the cornerstones of the government’s Vision 2030 economic diversification strategy, which is focused on PIF and strives to establish new businesses and generate employment, is sports.

The Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s privatization proposal, which is primarily aimed at football clubs, permits businesses and development organizations to invest in and assume control of clubs, according to SPA earlier on Monday.

By 2030, the Saudi Professional League’s income is expected to climb from 450 million Saudi Riyals to 1.8 billion Riyals ($480 million). Over the same time period, it anticipates that its market value will increase from 3 billion riyals to over 8 billion.

Al-Suqoor, a Second Division football team, will become a corporation and be controlled by NEOM, the organisation driving the kingdom’s plan to construct a futuristic metropolis in the desert, according to the sports ministry.

Al-Qadsiah of the Saudi First Division will be owned by the Saudi oil firm Aramco, Alula FC of the Third Division by the Royal Commission for Al-Ula, and al-Diraiyah FC of the First Division by the Diriyah Gate Development Authority.

According to reports, Saudi Arabia recruited the local private investment bank Jadwa Investment in February 2017 to provide advice on the privatization of up to five football clubs.

However, the country’s football federation’s then-president stated in early 2019: “I don’t know whether it will be 2020 or 2022 until the plan is ready.” The monarchy has been investing much in improving its football position in the meanwhile. In October 2021, Newcastle United of the Premier League was purchased by a group led by PIF.

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Apple Will Launch Mixed Reality Headset

June 5, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Tech News

The “Reality Pro,” as it is rumored to be called, may pit Apple and Meta against one another in a technical battle where the physical and digital worlds collide.

Apple Inc. is anticipated to introduce new mixed-reality headgear on Monday at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference in California. Apple has been promoting augmented reality features for its iPhones and iPads since 2017.

It would be the tech giant’s biggest product launch since the 2015 debut of the Apple Watch.

What is known about the “Reality Pro” headset from Apple

According to media sources quoting experts, Apple is anticipated to highlight a “Reality Pro” headset, with a price tag of roughly $3,000 and specially developed software for the equipment that may resemble a pair of ski goggles.

A sleek Apple family design is anticipated for the goggles, along with the option to switch between virtual and augmented reality, often known as mixed reality or external reality (XR).

Although there are huge expectations for Apple to offer innovative technologies, the goggle’s expensive price may disappoint many ardent supporters.

Apple could only sell 150,000 pieces of the headset during its first year on the market, according to analyst Dan Ives of Wedbush Securities. This is a low number for a firm that yearly sells more than 200 million units of its flagship product, the iPhone.

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Wottan Motor’s Latest Scooter, The Storm-R 300

June 4, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News

The Storm-R 300, a new sports scooter from Wottan Motor, expands the Storm family of the Spanish company.

It is the 300 cc version of the Storm-R 125, from which it varies in a number of characteristics and provides more in the way of performance and equipment.

While the engine foundation is primarily influenced by Wottan’s other 300 cc Storm models, notably the Storm-S 300, the visual base is mostly shared with the 125.

The standard heated grips, which add extra comfort to a year-round vehicle (and thus also for cold climates), are the main differences from the Storm-R 125, aside from the engine size.

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However, there are also backlit handlebar grips for convenience in low light, TFT color instrumentation, keyless start, an aluminum side stand, and an LED lighting system.

Technically speaking, the braking system has been improved over the 125 by adding a second brake disc to the front wheel.

This double disc has a 260 mm diameter and is equipped with four-piston radial-mount callipers, while the disc on the rear wheel is 230 mm. Maximum safety is provided by the two-channel ABS.

The rims are 15 inches wide at the front and 14 inches wide at the back, with tires measuring 120/70 and 140/60, respectively.

In addition, the weight has increased to 172 kilograms, and the seat is positioned 770 millimeters above the ground, which is a very accessible height.

An integral swinging component of the frame, the engine is a 278 cc, four-valve, four-stroke single cylinder with SOHC electronic fuel injection.

The highest output is 24.5 Nm (24.5 lb-ft) of torque at 6,250 rpm and 19.5 kW (26.5 hp) of maximum output power at 8,250 rpm. The highest speed is 140 km/h, with an automated CVT gearbox.

Wheelbase is 1540 mm, fuel tank capacity is 13 litres, and the frame is made of tubular steel. It also includes an inverted fork and two shock absorbers with adjustable preload.

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Dar Again Eliminates The Option Of A Default

June 3, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Pakistan News

Reforms are promised by the finance minister for “long-term improvement” of the nation.

Ishaq Dar, Pakistan’s finance minister, again ruled out the idea of a default on Saturday and pledged that changes are being prepared for the “long-term improvement” of the nation.

The finance czar promised to work with other government officials to help the nation overcome its present economic difficulties while speaking to a delegation from the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Islamabad.

Finance Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met a delegation from KCCI led by Mr. Zubair Motiwala at FBR,today and discussed budget 2023-24 proposals. FM appreciated KCCI in its pivotal role in the promotion and growth of the economy. (1/2).. pic.twitter.com/SuyCwI9V6W
— Ministry of Finance (@FinMinistryPak) June 3, 2023

Dar said that the Ministry of Finance will start a revolution in agriculture and create a sovereign wealth fund. He added that he is committed to take actions that have previously been disregarded and that the IT industry would also be a priority of his.

The group was also told by the finance minister that there is “no technical justification” for the IMF program’s postponement, which is unprecedented.

He insisted that Pakistan was an independent nation with trillions of dollars’ worth of assets.

Dar said that the nation has over $100 billion in foreign liabilities, but just one asset, its gas infrastructure, is valued between $40 and $45 billion.

The business sector was also urged by the finance minister to make fair expectations for the 2019 budget, and the administration promised to work with them.

Dar’s remarks came a day after a cabinet member said that Pakistan’s request to lessen the need of arranging $6 billion in new loans had been denied by the global lender, leaving the government with little choice except to attempt to resurrect the arrangement.

Minister of State for Finance Dr. Aisha Pasha stressed that Pakistan’s only choice was to return to the IMF in a policy statement delivered at the National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance.

Dr. Pasha claims that Pakistan asked the IMF to take into consideration lowering the $6 billion external funding demand based on fresh data on the current account deficit, but the Fund declined. The other $3 billion was to be arranged after the staff-level agreement, she said, but the IMF insisted on “demonstrating the $6 billion.” She went on to say that there was an understanding to arrange $3 billion before the agreement.

The statement from the ministry of finance shows that the IMF has not altered its position despite a call from Prime ministry Shehbaz Sharif to IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva.

The IMF has already paid out $3.9 billion of the overall $6.5 billion rescue package during the previous four years, with the remaining amount depending upon the conclusion of three outstanding assessments.

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Alpinestars Extends Catalogue With The New Calibre Slim Fit Tech Pants

June 3, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Fashion News

Designed For Riding In Warm Weather, These Comfortable, Casual Trousers

With the riding season well underway and warmer weather predicted, it’s wise to dress in lightweight, breathable clothing without sacrificing protective features. Many gear manufacturers have been introducing their products to the market as the first days of summer draw near.

The majority of these products are made of breathable textiles that are intended to allow the maximum airflow possible.

Alpinestars, one of the most well-known makers of gear and apparatus worldwide, is in no way an exception.

With the Calibre Slim Fit Tech trousers, the company is going back to the fundamentals for the 2023 riding season after decades of technological innovation in the areas of safety and comfort on two wheels. These trousers have a casual look that draws stylistic cues from the style of cargo pants.

The trousers’ narrow form effectively hides the fact that they are motorcycle-approved.

However, behind the surface, the Calibre Slim Fit Tech trousers have all the safety technology you’d anticipate from an organization like Alpinestars. They are made of 12 oz.

Single Layer Cordura Stretch fabric, which promotes a wide range of motion and offers high abrasion resistance.

The trousers come equipped with detachable, height-adjustable Nucleon Flux Plus CE level 1 knee protection as a standard feature.

The trousers have pockets on the hips for optional Bioflex CE protection. The Alpinestars Calibre Slim Fit Tech trousers are PPE Class A certified in accordance with EN17092-4:2020 because of all these characteristics.

These trousers include the essential features that make them a useful option both on and off the bike because they are made for street use. To begin with, they include a total of six pockets, giving you enough of space for your everyday necessities. Additionally, the pants have belt loops and a typical zip and button closing.

Alpinestars offers the Calibre Slim Fit Tech trousers in two colours, beige and black, for a price for a limited time only. The trousers are available in sizes 28 to 40, with a suggested retail price of $299.95 USD. However, the trousers are currently on sale for $214.95 USD on the Alpinestars official website, which is listed below.

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For The Ducati DesertX, Mivv Introduces The New Dakar Exhaust System

June 3, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News

It’s obvious that this bike has its origins in rally racing even though it was created to be one of the brand’s most proficient adventure bikes to date.

The design of the bike immediately brings to mind the Dakar Rally, one of the toughest off-road competitions ever, both for the vehicles and the courageous riders who take on the challenging terrain.

As a result, it is understandable why this bike is so well-liked. The bike, which just recently entered the worldwide market in 2022, is currently a favorite among both recreational and ardent adventure riders. Obviously, a vast range of aftermarket accessories also accompany this popularity.

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Dubai’s Ruler Reveals Plans For A Second Island In The Shape Of A Palm

June 1, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / World News

The Palm Jebel Ali, a man-made palm-shaped island that has been abandoned since 2009 due to a real estate slump and is twice the size of the active Palm Jumeirah, received a fresh development plan on Wednesday from Dubai’s ruler.

The UAE’s vice president and prime minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, posted on Instagram, “Its visitors and tourists will enjoy more than 80 hotels and resorts that provide beautiful tourist experiences.”

The current Palm Jumeirah is one of Dubai’s most popular neighborhoods and a favorite among Russians who have come to the emirate as a result of the turmoil in Ukraine, which has fueled a burgeoning real estate market.

The islands were developed by state-owned corporation Nakheel, which was taken over by the government in 2011 as part of a $16 billion (10 billion pounds) rescue package following Dubai’s real estate meltdown in 2009-2010.

As it expedites plans for additional waterfront projects, including Dubai Islands, another man-made island project formerly known as Deira Islands, Nakheel in November received 17 billion dirhams ($4.63 billion) in finance.

As the government tried to swiftly reopen the country’s economy and airports, the real estate market in Dubai, the financial and tourism center of the Middle East, started to rebound in early 2021.

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2024 Range Rover Sport SV Makes Debut With 626 HP And 23-Inch Carbon Fibre Wheels

June 1, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News

There is no more Range Rover Sport SVR. The Range Rover Sport SV will live forever. The final letter of the suffix and the supercharged 5.0-liter V8 engine created by Jaguar Land Rover are dropped in the new high-performance SUV.

A twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine with mild hybrid technology from BMW has taken its place. It generates a staggering 626 hp and 590 lb-ft (800 Newton meters) of torque, which is 59 hp and 74 lb-ft (100 Nm) more than it did previously.

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However, the torque number we cited is only accessible when Dynamic Launch Mode is on; otherwise, the engine only generates 551 lb-ft (750 Nm). The fastest Range Rover to date reaches 60 mph (96 km/h) in 3.6 seconds and reaches a peak speed of 180 mph (290 km/h). These are outstanding performance numbers for an SUV that runs on petrol and weighs a substantial 2,560 kilograms (5,644 pounds).

Customers may trim some of that fat by choosing the first 23-inch carbon fiber wheels in the world, which save a total of 36 kilograms (80 pounds) in weight.

Additionally, the new SV is the first Range Rover with optional carbon-ceramic brakes (Brembo), which reduce weight by an additional 34 kg (75 lbs) compared to the iron brakes that come standard. When the carbon fiber hood is taken into account, weight reductions come to 76 kg (168 lbs).

Launch Edition Model Of The Faraday Future FF 91 Starts At $309,000

May 31, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News

300 Copies Of The $309,000 FF 91 2.0 Futurist Alliance Premiere Edition Will Be Produced By The Electric Vehicle Startup

The ultra-luxury FF 91 EV from EV startup Faraday Future has been priced, and it is quite pricey.

The limited edition launch model, officially known as the Faraday Future FF 91 2.0 Futurist Alliance, has a starting price of $309,000, which places it squarely in the Bentley and Rolls-Royce league. The FF 91 2.0 Futurist Alliance, which has a global limit of 300 units, is currently available for pre-order online in China and the US for a $5,000 deposit that is entirely refundable.

Faraday Future is also accepting bookings for the FF 91 2.0 Futurist, a less expensive model with a starting price of $249,000, in addition to the launch edition model. Deposit of $1,500 is required for this trim level. The website lists a third model, the base FF 91 2.0, although it is not yet available for pre-order. Pricing is also not yet disclosed, while the deposit for this model is $1,000 in the US.

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