Rolls-Royce Wraith Black Arrow, The Final Coupe Powered By The Legendary V12
March 24, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
The Conclusion Of A Chapter
Black Emblem for the Rolls-Royce Wraith Black Arrow, one of only 12 in a very small number, is the final V12 car produced by Rolls-Royce. It has been created to commemorate the iconic 12-cylinder’s ultimate farewell before making way for the ground-breaking Specter’s all-electric drivetrain.
Unique Collection Of Art
The Rolls-Royce Wraith Black Badge Black Arrow has an unique dual-tone paint treatment on the exterior that combines Celebration Silver and Black Diamond. It is a very unique 12-hour polish finish made with a coating of vitrified paint to improve the impact of light shift during the darker hours of the day.
Car’s Interior
A novel substance that was created specifically for the “Collection” is used inside the Black Arrow. The armrests, seat gussets, transmission tunnel, door features, side bags, and lower console panel are all covered in “Club Leather,” which has a purposefully higher sheen and even darker black coloring than the matt black natural-grain leather used on the Rolls-Royce interior.
How The Seats Are Finished
Some internal features, like the trim on the front chairs and the sports steering wheel, have the same intense yellow color as the exterior. Lastly, a replica of the V12 engine, influenced by the analogue gauges of the 1930s, has been mounted on the dashboard of this ultra-exclusive Black Badge Black Arrow.
Completely Sold Out
The front motor is the most recent 6.7-litre twin-turbocharged V12, which is evident from its exclusive Bespoke number plate and the fact that it is essentially the last 12-cylinder to have been installed in a Rolls-Royce car. The most devoted customers have already received all 12 scheduled vehicles.
Official Glimpse Of The 2024 Mitsubishi Triton / L200 By XRT Prototype
March 23, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
About nine years old, the fifth-generation L200/Triton will shortly be supplanted by a new truck that was unveiled at the 2023 Bangkok International Motor Show.
Although it is referred to as an idea, it actually looks like a thinly covered prototype with all the manufacturing components attached. The finished split headlamp design appears to be concealed by the camouflage, and the headlights have a complete black tint that blends in with the body cover.
Within a year, the manufacturing variant will be available
The updated midsize truck will be propelled by a “next-generation diesel” engine, as was first revealed earlier this month in a new product plan through 2028. Some type of electrification is anticipated, potentially a plug-in hybrid powertrain to satisfy increasingly strict emissions rules.
A snorkel and two extra tyres are shown in the tonneau of the double cab body type that the XRT Concept depicts. Along with the meaty off-road tires, Ralliart insignia is also noticeable.
Mitsubishi is keeping quiet about the technological details, but rumor’s claim it will share a new ladder frame body with the next-generation Navara.
We can infer a slightly longer length and perhaps a larger bed, and that the back axles have drum brakes. A sports bar, oversized side reflectors, and enlarged tyre arches are features of the Ford Ranger/Volkswagen Amarok rival.
The upcoming L200/Triton will be on display at the Asia Cross Country Rally in 2023, where Team Mitsubishi Ralliart intends to compete with a prototype.
During the fiscal year 2023 (which runs from April 2023 to March 2024), the production-ready model will first go on sale in Thailand. ASEAN, Oceania, and other areas will follow in due time.
According to the previously stated plan, Mitsubishi is also developing a fully electric pickup vehicle that should be available after 2025 but no later than 2028.
Introduced Officially: 2023 Ducati V21L MotoE Electric Race Bike
March 21, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
Ducati formally stated on March 17, 2023, that the all-electric V21L prototype vehicle would be unveiled at the Vallelunga track in Italy. This bike marks Ducati’s entry into the realm of electric motorbikes in general and electric race bikes in particular. Ducati will be the only manufacturer for the MotoE title starting in 2023, which was also given world championship classification for the first time this year.
Throughout The 2023 Season, 18 Of These Vehicles Will Compete In The One-Make Competition
Ducati estimates the V21L’s power to be 150 horsepower at the present level of technology and its torque to be 103.3 pound-feet.
The V21L’s total vehicle weight is 496 pounds, which is 26.5 pounds less than what Dorna and the FIM currently consider to be the minimum weight for an electric vehicle that can run the entire competition route. It has thus far clocked a pace of 170.9 miles per hour at Mugello.
“A key component of the Ducati plan is the choice to compete in the MotoE World Championship as the single supplier of the motorcycles. To lower Ducati’s carbon impact and enable us to meet our long-term environmental objectives, electrification will actually be essential, along with the introduction of carbon neutral fuels for internal combustion engines (e-fuel), according to a statement from company CEO Claudio Domenicali.
However, he added, “Every genuine Ducati is, above all, feeling, so it is very essential to handle this shift very carefully, taking care to keep the sporty character and fun-to-ride traits of every Borgo Panigale bike.
“With the V21L, we set out to push the industry’s boundaries by making the highest-performing electric motorbike ever built for the racetrack. In order to be prepared when battery technology, specifically weight, makes it feasible to build an electric street motorcycle with all the qualities that make a Ducati distinctive, we prioritised developing the Company’s internal knowledge.
The chance for Ducati to research potential traits for a future electric Ducati is tremendous with 18 riders on the track at once, each with distinct needs and riding preferences, Domenicali said.
The initial evaluations in Jerez were excellent. Despite adverse conditions, the bike received excellent reviews from riders and teams, setting a new unofficial circuit record. This is a task within a challenge for us because Ducati has never produced as many prototypes,” he said.
The first round of testing was at the start of March, and the second round is scheduled for Barcelona from April 3 to April 5, 2023. The only two preseason trial days planned for 2023 are those two. On May 13, 2023, at the French Grand Prix in Le Mans, the MotoE season will formally begin. Nine teams will send a total of 18 motorcyclists to participate in this year’s MotoE world championship.
In Japan, Yamaha Introduces The MT-125’s Special Variant
March 21, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
At the 39th Osaka motorcycle show in 2023, Yamaha unveiled an unique variant of the Yamaha MT-125 in Japan.
The Yamaha MT-125 attracted attention at the motorcycle show thanks to a number of new trims and components. Yamaha added an aluminum engine cover, a new windscreen, and movable handlebars.
The bike’s entire Akrapovic exhaust system with carbon fiber accents was what caught the most attention.
The Japanese 125cc model will receive some changes in 2023, according to RideaPart, and in Europe, the model will get more features like traction control and new TFT screen measurement systems, similar to the MT-07.
New formal information from Yamaha is anticipated to be released shortly.
The Largest Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Facility In The World Will Be The New Tesla Factory In Mexico
March 20, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
Arrival Of Tesla In México
Tesla Mexico Giga Factory
A new factory will be constructed in Santa Catarina, in the Mexican state of Nuevo León’s northern region, according to Tesla creator Elon Musk.
Investment Of $5 billion
Mexican President, Andrés Manuel López Obrador
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador of Mexico and state governor Samuel Garca hailed the news and reaffirmed that water usage, a contentious aspect of the project, won’t be a problem thanks to a $5 billion investment.
One Of The World’s Biggest Factories
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Tesla facility in Mexico will be the biggest electric car manufacturing in the world, according to Martha Delgado, Undersecretary for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (pictured with Musk).
Greater Than Twice As Large As Mexico City’s International Airport
Mexico City’s international airport
According to Santa Catarina’s mayor, Jesus Nava, the property is nearly 4,200 acres in area, more than double the size of Mexico City’s international airport, and Tesla is buying it from private landowners.
An Ideal Location
Elon Musk
The technology tycoon stated that the site of his new plant will provide a strategic link because it borders the United States and is three hours away from Texas, where another Tesla plant is situated, in an effort to grow its operations.
Tesla Production Outside Of The US
Tesla Production Outside Of The US
The Mexican factory will be a part of the brand’s growth, so it will be a complement to the rest of its factories, which are situated in the United States, China, and Europe, according to comments made by Musk himself.
Newest Models Of Vehicles (And Cheaper)
Latest generation cars (and cheaper)
It was announced during Investor Day 2023 that the new Tesla plant will be in charge of manufacturing Tesla’s upcoming models. One of them is the purportedly innovative ‘economic’ strategy to contend for a more competitive market.
“Welcome Tesla”
“Welcome Tesla”
“The world’s wealthiest man chose Nuevo León, Mexico, for both his new gigafactory and his cutting-edge car. The outlook is positive “the Nuevo León mayor tweeted.
Tesla Mexican Plant Controversies
The first debates over the factory emerged at the same time as the first reports, as it was the Mexican president who suggested that the plant be located in another state due to Nuevo León’s shortage of water.
Will Elon Find A Solution To The Issue?
Elon Musk Solution
Musk did, however, reportedly make several recommendations to the Mexican administration to address the water issue. The Mexican president then formally revealed the factory’s building after 14 months of talks.
Addressing The Issue Of Water Shortage
Obrador stated, “The plant will be built in Nuevo León, with a number of promises to address the issue of water shortage.
A Strategy To Protect The Water
A Strategy To Protect The Water
Although specifics regarding these tactics were withheld, local media reported that a water preservation plan sticks out among the conditions agreed upon for the building of said plant.
Another Potential Undertaking
A Possible Second Project
However, given the significant lithium deposits the nation possesses and that Obrador pledged to nationalize in order to prevent outsiders from exploitation, the potential of marketing lithium as a raw material for the production of batteries for said electric vehicles was also brought up.
Mexico’s Natural Resources
Said Obrador Mexico Natural Resources
During his recent visit to the state of Sonora, Obrador declared that lithium “belongs to the country” and that he would nationalise such natural resources “so that they cannot be utilised by outsiders, neither by Russia, nor by China, nor by the United States”.
Reached A Consensus
Reached A Consensus
Obrador said, “Lithium belongs to the Mexicans, but if the raw material is purchased, if the battery plants are placed in Sonora, if you offer Sonorans employment, to the Mexicans, an agreement is made” during his morning program following the confirmation of the new Tesla factory.
The Process Of Making Batteries
The Process Of Making Batteries
The production of batteries for electric vehicles is currently being implemented, but how exactly is unclear. It is an expenditure that will likely be made in the future as natural resources are traded for capital and technology.
Leading Producer Of Automobiles Is Mexico
Leading Producer Of Automobiles Is Mexico
According to José Zozaya, head of the Mexican Association of the Automotive Industry, “Mexico confirms its leading position in the production and sale of cars to the globe” with the entry of Tesla.
6,000–10,000 Additional Jobs
6,000–10,000 Additional Jobs
As of right now, neither Tesla nor Elon Musk have provided numbers indicating how many employment the largest electric vehicle factory will create. Government officials promised, however, that it is anticipated that 6,000 to 10,000 employment will be created.
Possibilities For Santa Catarina
Possibilities For Santa Catarina
An economic effect that would originally and specifically impact Santa Catarina, which as of the National Institute of Statistics and Geography’s 2020 census has a population of over 300,000, (INEGI).
Ford, General Motors, BMW
In addition to Tesla, other industry juggernauts like BMW, General Motors, or Ford have opened eight plants in Mexico to manufacture electric cars.
Prior To Colombia And Brazil
El Pas reports that Mexico has surpassed Brazil and Colombia as the region’s champion in the marketing of electric vehicles, with the United States serving as its primary export market.
In Japan, Kawasaki Introduces The Eliminator 400 Cruiser
March 20, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
For both novice and experienced motorcyclists, the Kawasaki 400cc parallel-twin platform has proven to be a very competent motorcycle.
It was basically a development of the Ninja 250 and is the most recent parallel-twin engine design from Team Green after the Ninja 300 platform that was previously unveiled. The Z400 naked bike arrived soon after the Ninja 400, as it had with earlier versions.
This Brand-New Cruiser Is Ideal For Beginners And Is Built On The Ninja 400 Chassis
Contrary to what Honda did with its 500cc platform, Kawasaki did not appear to have any intentions to increase the number of 400cc models in its inventory. Personally, I was expecting for a Versys 400 to replace the Versys X300, but it doesn’t appear that will be occurring any time soon.
But with the resurgence of the Eliminator moniker, Kawasaki is now entering the entry-level cruiser market. Yes, the new cycle is based on the 400cc chassis and is currently only sold in Japan.
In two variants, Kawasaki introduced the Eliminator 400 to the Japanese market. The Eliminator 400, like many other Green machines, is available in a basic trim level as well as an upscale SE version that’s outfitted with posh technology like a GPS-ready monitor and even front and back cams. The cruiser’s 399cc parallel-twin engine, which is liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, and produces 45 horsepower and 26 pound-feet of torque, has nothing particularly innovative about it. A six-speed manual gearbox is then used to drive the back wheels.
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Kawasaki has a history of creating motorcycles with parallel-twin engines; the Vulcan S has been on the market for almost ten years. The new Eliminator 400 has a distinctive look that tends towards a more retro design, even though it does have some parallels to this larger cruiser. However, it does share a lot of similarities with the Honda Rebel 500, particularly when painted Spark Black Metallic, and could be confused for Big Red’s family-friendly cruiser.
With a saddle height of only 735 millimeters, the Kawasaki Eliminator 400 has very sociable dimensions. The bench can be changed to be either 765 millimeters tall or 715 millimeters short. A digital gauge cluster is also included with the cycle, and the SE model boasts upscale features like GPS connectivity and front- and rear-mounted cameras.
It will be evident when it launches on the market that the Rebel 500, along with a plethora of other cruisers, primarily made by Chinese makers, is its primary rival.
The Eliminator 400, which is only presently offered in Japan, is anticipated to enter the worldwide market in 2023. For comparison, the basic trim sells for 759,000 Yen, or about $5,732. The price for the more expensive SE variant is 858,000 Yen, or roughly $6,480 USD.
The One-Off Super Roadster Pagani Huayra Dinamica Evo Makes Its Debut
March 17, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
Other than the odd one-off supercars for wealthy clients, Pagani hasn’t had much going on lately. The work never really ends at Pagani’s San Cesario sul Panaro offices in Italy because producing a unique and highly personalized product to the incredible build standards of the manufacturer isn’t a simple task. A brand-new one-off is now on the way, and it already looks amazing.
The Pagani Grandi Complicazioni branch received an order from an unnamed client to build this Huayra roadster, which is formally known as the Huayra Dinamica Evo. Although the Italian automobile manufacturer didn’t publish a formal press statement describing the construction, it did let people know about it on social media.
We have very little knowledge at this point, but we believe we understand some of its technological specifics. But first, let’s examine the outside.
The Huayra Dinamica Evo was designed by Pagani’s customization department to “give shape to a customer’s dreams.” It has a brown body, which may seem a little dull for a supercar, but this specific model has gold/yellow highlights that give it much-needed visual focal points.
The front deflector winglets feature Italy’s flag, and the side reflectors appear to have been redesigned. The orange markings on the front bumpers are a clear indication that this Huayra was ordered by a US client and will be delivered to its new residence there shortly.
Although Pagani did not explicitly state that the car was built on the Huayra Roadster BC, that would seem to be the most likely candidate.
If that is the case, we will be looking at an open-top supercar with a 6.0-liter AMG twin-turbo V12 engine that produces 774 pound-feet (1,050 Newton-meters) of torque between 2,000 and 5,500 rpm and 802 horsepower at 5,900 rpm. At 2,756 pounds, this track-oriented vehicle is slightly heavier than its coupe-derived counterpart and marginally lighter than the non-BC Huayra Roadster.
Pagani declared it would only produce 40 instances of the supercar when the Huayra Roadster BC made its debut. According to logic, this specific one-off ought to be included in that manufacturing run.
Lego Classic Land Rover Defender 90 Kit With 2,336 Pieces, Price $239.99
March 17, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
The iconic Land Rover Defender 90 is portrayed in the most recent, highly detailed Lego model. This is the vintage off-roader that was on sale from 1983 to 2016. It is not the contemporary model. There are also many extras available to personalize your design.
There are two construction choices for the 2,336 piece Defender model. A regular SUV with a sage green frame and a white top can be put together.
A roof rack, snorkel inlet, a new front fender with a functioning winch, rock rails, a toolbox, a jack, a fire extinguisher, and rescue boards are some alternative options for the body.
The set includes two motors and three hoods. You could put up a cool diorama mimicking extreme off-roading with all of that equipment.
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In 2019, the toy business released a Technic model of the 2020 Defender for Lego Land Rover completists. It was eight inches tall, seven inches broad, and sixteen inches long.
There were more than 2,500 parts in the package. All-wheel drive, a functioning winch, a functional suspension, a four-speed sequential transmission, and foldable back seats were among the features. However, this variant is no longer being manufactured.
In Celebration Of The Rally’s Success, Alpine Debuts The A110 San Remo 73 Edition
March 17, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
The Alpine A110 San Remo 73 Edition commemorates the company’s first World Rally Championship, which included a triumph at the Italian rally with the same name. Only 200 of these unique models will be produced by the business, and they are being offered in France for $94,500 (or roughly equivalent €89,000). The opening date is March 17.
Alpine With Be Making 200 Examples OF It
The rally vehicle in that competition served as the design influence for the San Remo 73 Edition. Its exterior is primarily Original Caddy Blue, with black supports and a red carbon top. On the bonnet, lower doors, and beneath one taillight are black-and-white images.
It has 18-inch Grand Prix Brilliant Blanc rims and anthracite-finished Brembo brake calipers. The Alpine insignia are dark.
Gray stitching covers the microfiber fabric in the interior. The vehicle’s racing-inspired design is further enhanced by the Sabelt Racing one-piece chairs, sport pedals, and metal passenger footrest. The particular vehicle’s number, from 1 to 200, is displayed on a monument. An auto-dimming rearview reflector, front and back parking assistance, and a Focal Audio stereo are included as standard equipment with the special version.
A 1.8-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine powers the San Remo 73 Edition, producing 300 horsepower and 251 pound-feet of torque. This enables it to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in 4.2 seconds.
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The A110’s special variant is the most recent rally-inspired model. Alpine introduced the Tour de Corse 75 in 2022. The model honored its victory at the 1975 Tour de Corse rally, as suggested by the moniker. With a black canopy and some white details, it had a mostly golden body. Only 150 examples were produced by the business, who paid €80,000 for them.
The most current iteration of the type from Alpine, the A110 R Fernando Alonso, retails for $157,127 (€148,000). Only 32 of them are being produced by the company. The racer’s autograph can be seen on the back quarter window of the dark blue vehicle. Along with the car, a copy of Alonso’s helmet has been autographed.
F1 Driver Valtteri Bottas Acquires A Rare Alfa Romeo Giulia GTAm
March 14, 2023 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
Valtteri Bottas, a Formula 1 racer, is fitting in at Alfa Romeo. He is currently driving more than just the team’s competition vehicle in his second season with the organisation. At the Stellantis & You Showcase in Turin, Italy, Bottas picked up his own Alfa Romeo Giulia GTAm. F1 General Cristiano Fiorio and Alfa Romeo President Jean-Philippe Imparato attended the event.
The car has a roll bar, racing seatbelts, and only two seats.
The Giulia GTA and even hotter GTAm were introduced by Alfa Romeo more than two years ago to commemorate the Giulia GTA’s past, which influenced more than just the moniker of the new vehicle
. The Giulia GTA’s speed and handling were enhanced by the Italian manufacturer by removing 221 pounds from the Quadrifoglio model. Even the side and back glass in the GTAm are made by the firm out of Lexan.
The sedan’s 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V6 powerplant is from Alfa. Alfa modified the exhaust tone with an Akrapovi titanium setup, which allowed the engine to produce 533 horsepower when it first appeared.
Alfa engineers used their connection to Sauber Engineering to incorporate an active front splitter into the car, which the firm claimed could hit 62 mph in 3.6 seconds.
The GTA and GTAm vary in only a few, but important, ways. The more desirable model, a GTAm, has a new proprietor in Bottas.
Only two seats, a roll bar, and six-point seatbelts are equipped with the GTAm. Additionally, it is permissible for use on public streets. Alfa added a bigger front spiller and a carbon fibre back wing to the GTAm to further distinguish it from the other versions in terms of styling.
The vehicle includes a tonne of racing equipment that Bottas doesn’t need. Alfa provides GTA and GTAm customers with a racing outfit, complete with mittens and sneakers, and a helmet with a GTA livery. Bottas undoubtedly has his own group. Alfa only intended to make 500 units total of the GTA and GTAm.
This weekend, the Finnish racer will compete in Saudi Arabia’s second season-opening event. In Bahrain late last month for the F1 season debut, Bottas came in ninth. He finished the 2022 season in 10th position, far behind Fernando Alonso, who is now an Aston Martin driver and finished in ninth.
