In Next Two Years Honda Plans To Introduce Three New Models
December 12, 2024 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
Honda recently unveiled its ambitious goals to grow its portfolio and debuted the third version of the Amaze small car in the Indian market.
Honda recently unveiled its ambitious goals to grow its portfolio and debuted the third version of the Amaze small car in the Indian market.
Honda recently unveiled its ambitious goals to grow its portfolio and debuted the third version of the Amaze small car in the Indian market.
Three models are now available in Honda’s Indian lineup: two sedans and one SUV. Although it boasts a powerful hybrid drivetrain, the Honda City has fallen short of the brand’s success goals. Honda hopes to make a big change to its range with the release of the new vehicles.
One of the next electric vehicles is rumored to be based on the Honda Elevate, an SUV that is now on the Indian market. This action is taken as Indian automakers progressively increase their market share in the expanding electric car market.
In addition to Toyota, Maruti Suzuki, and Hyundai getting set to join the market with new electric vehicles, well-known brands in this sector include Tata Motors, MG Motor, and Mahindra.
It is anticipated that Honda’s next models would improve its standing in this cutthroat industry.
At the Goodwood Festival Of Speed Red Bull Will Unveil The RB17 Hypercar
May 10, 2024 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
The Advanced Technologies division of Red Bull’s Formula 1 team announced intentions to introduce their own £5 million hypercar, designed by Newey, in June 2022.
The vehicle will have a V10 engine and a carbon fiber transmission mounted on a two-seat carbon fiber monocoque chassis. Red Bull built all 50 of the cars internally, and only those will be produced.
The RB17 will be introduced on Friday 12 July in the Cathedral paddock at Goodwood and be on display for the full event.
The hypercar will be part of the team’s F1 car heritage, since the RB17 name was dropped in favor of the RB16B for the 2021 model, which was necessary due to COVID-19-related part carryover.
Since Newey has stated he would be leaving the Formula One team in early 2025, this will also be his last vehicle for Red Bull.
Red Bull CEO Christian Horner stated, “We are thrilled to introduce the RB17 to the public for the first time and couldn’t think of a better global platform than Goodwood Festival of Speed.”
“The RB17 radiates superior engineering and uniqueness. We are eager for the audience to see the ultimate performance automobile that we have created using all we know about racing.
“I’m also equally excited to be showcasing such an incredible array of vehicles and drivers at the renowned event, and I’m looking forward to commemorating our 20th season in front of such ardent motorsport enthusiasts.”
At the Goodwood unveiling, Horner and Newey will be joined by 13-time grand prix winner and former Red Bull driver David Coulthard, as well as Patrick Friesacher, a former Minardi F1 driver and Red Bull’s longest-serving exhibition driver.
As part of its 20th anniversary festivities, Red Bull will also showcase a number of F1 vehicles from its past, some of which will participate in the hillclimb competition.
The creator of the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Duke of Richmond, continued, “I am thrilled that Oracle Red Bull Racing will be joining us at the Festival of Speed this summer to celebrate their 20th anniversary.”
“I am honored that the Formula 1 team has selected the Festival of Speed as the location for the much-awaited public debut of the RB17 in this year’s poignant season.
I also know that our fans will be ecstatic when the team brings a number of their championship-winning vehicles and drivers to the event this year.”
With The 990 RC R, KTM Is Finally Bringing Back A Street Superbike
May 9, 2024 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
Now, everyone, take a big breath; this isn’t just another desperate April Fools’ joke. It’s also not a sophisticated new Punk’d episode on MTV. Why would you even assume that, because neither of us are famous in the first place?
No, this is a genuine motorbike. This motorbike is about to arrive. And I really couldn’t be happier about it. People, KTM is manufacturing street-legal superbikes once more, and right now, we have the first information and teaser pictures of the machine, and it looks insane.
KTM 990 RC R PROTOTYPE Pit lane
Having said that, KTM will also introduce the 990 RC TRACK, a track-only, hard-core variant. The motorcycle will be “Crafted by KTM in their Austrian factory, the modifications strip away the road-legal essentials, incorporate protective components, fine-tune adjustments, customize further, and revise racing bodywork, including a full exhaust system.” A track-only model: why? Why not, that’s the reason.
While the complete model won’t be shown right away, KTM said that the 990 RC R will be “unveiled in early 2024 in the form of a prototype, making appearances as a wildcard entry in non-point scoring outings across select European Supersport series.”
The KTM 990 RC R is a ground-breaking innovation for individuals who thrive on the rush of cornering, according to Riaan Neveling, Head of KTM Global Marketing.
It’s meant for people who lean nearly knee-level with the road and then push the envelope by dragging their elbows across the racetrack’s surface. Power and reputation are available on this bike without the astronomical price. says KTM Global Marketing Head Riaan Neveling.
KTM 990 RC R PROTOTYPE STATIC
However, no information has been released on the price, weight, horsepower, torque, or any other specifications. All of it will probably happen closer to the debut date in 2025. But holy crap, this looks amazing. But what are your thoughts, everyone? Do you share my excitement for a new KTM superbike that will be on the road?
Sincerely, I’m going crazy trying to figure out where I want to take this hellion.
The First EV From The Smartphone Manufacturer, The Xiaomi SU7, Sold Out For 2024 In 24 Hours
April 3, 2024 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
Late last week, the Xiaomi SU7 created a lot of excitement in China. It’s the first automobile produced by a firm best recognized for its consumer electronics on a global scale. Even so, a lot of people went to the company’s website to buy the battery-powered vehicle, which directly rivals the Tesla Model 3 despite the Chinese EV being somewhat more affordable and bigger.
In China, Customers May Have To Wait Up To Seven Months For Their Automobiles To Be Delivered.
2024 Xiaomi SU7 Side View2024 Xiaomi SU7 Back View
Within the first four minutes of the purchase form’s launching on Thursday, 10,000 customers in China placed preorders for the SU7. Xiaomi got roughly 90,000 preorders for its first automobile inside just 27 minutes, with 50,000 orders piling up by the end of the day.
That’s a lot of attention for a newly designed vehicle from a manufacturer with no prior automotive experience. Those who paid a 5,000 yuan ($850) deposit for the Xiaomi SU7 would thus have to wait a maximum of seven months to receive their car, as per a report by Reuters that examined the delivery schedules on the company’s vehicle app.
2024 Xiaomi SU7 Headlights
Delivery is scheduled to start at the end of this month, but the most costly model, the Max, which costs 299,900 yuan ($41,500), has a delivery window of 27 to 30 weeks, so purchasers may expect to get it in the next year.
It may take up to 21 weeks for the delivery of the SU7 Standard, which retails for 215,900 yuan ($29,900), and the SU7 Pro, which costs 245,000 yuan ($33,990).
Depending on the grade, the SU7’s electric motors—which Xiaomi developed internally—are either rear- or all-wheel drive. The high-voltage batteries, which provide a range of up to 515 miles (830 kilometers) on the CLTC process, are provided from either BYD or CATL. The automobile is built on an 800-volt architecture.
2024 Xiaomi SU7 Back Screens2024 Xiaomi SU7 infotainment System
The automobile itself will be manufactured at a new Beijing facility under contract with China’s BAIC, with an initial production capacity of 150,000 vehicles annually and a second phase of 300,000 vehicles annually.
2024 Xiaomi SU7 Mirrors
In China, the Xiaomi SU7 costs around $4,000 less than the Tesla Model 3, but it has more internal displays, a head-up display, a longer driving range, and a little more upscale interior with technology that syncs with Xiaomi’s consumer goods. Despite the existence of less expensive models such as the Zeekr 007, Xiaomi appears to have had success with its marketing campaign in what is perhaps the world’s most competitive EV industry.
This Is Yamaha’s Very First Hydrogen Concept Vehicle
January 27, 2024 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
For a number of years, we have been aware that Yamaha is eager to explore hydrogen as a potential substitute fuel. Team Blue and Kawasaki declared their intention to collaborate on the development of hydrogen engines in January 2022. Subsequently, after a month, we discovered that Toyota was planning to collaborate on a 5-liter V8 hydrogen engine.
Where Great Expectations Are Met With Limited Pace.
Yamaha Drive H2 – Front Left Angle View
Yoshihiro Hidaka, president of Yamaha, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to investigating hydrogen development as a potential substitute fuel source by July 2023.
Of course, we also can’t overlook the HySE experimental rally car that Yamaha, together with Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Toyota, contributed to constructing, especially since the 2024 Dakar Rally was just written into history.
On January 25, 2024, a future date, Yamaha formally unveiled their first-ever hydrogen-powered concept car. Drive H2 was exhibited by the company at the 2024 Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA) Show in Florida.
Two 25-liter high-pressure hydrogen fuel tanks are needed for operation. One of the tanks is located beneath the driver’s seat, while the other is in the back of the car. It is based on the Drive2 Concierge 4 personal golf vehicle that is now available for purchase from Yamaha Golf-vehicle Company, a division of Yamaha Motor Corporation.
Naturally, the growth of hydrogen vehicles in any area will depend on the infrastructure being in place to support them. People who are interested in any form of electric car have also encountered that in recent years.
Yamaha Drive H2 – Rear Right Angle View
What About Motorcycles Powered by Hydrogen?
Although Yamaha has stated that it is interested in investigating the potential of hydrogen power for applications beyond low-speed golf cars (or golf carts), it appears that Suzuki and Kawasaki are the only two businesses that have unveiled designs for hydrogen-powered two-wheeled vehicles thus far.
Remember that January is still early. There are still 11 months remaining in the year, and a lot may happen in a short amount of time.
We’ll be sure to keep you informed when additional details regarding upcoming car innovations become available.
Introducing The Eye Catching New Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 Electric Truck
January 26, 2024 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
The German automaker expects that the new Mercedes eActros 600, a 600kW, 44-ton electric truck, will “define a new standard in freight transport.”
With 50 prototype vehicles already in production, the new electric truck, which is expected to arrive by the end of 2024, will compete with new vehicles from Scania and Renault.
Mercedes New eActros 600 Electric Truck Side View
The massive 600kWh battery, which is composed of three 207kWh battery packs for a total of 621kWh, is the most remarkable aspect of the new e-truck.
Mercedes said that the technology in the new e-truck gave the same degree of durability as a normal truck, with the new eActros capable of 1.2m km in 10 years of operation. As a result, the company decided to employ lithium-ion phosphate battery cells to ensure a longer service life.
The eActros 600 has a range of up to 500 km (310 miles) thanks to its massive battery, however the range when the truck is completely loaded has not been revealed.
Mercedes states that the eActros should be able to travel more than 1000 km (600 miles) per day with interim recharge during scheduled driver breaks. Mercedes claims that it will refit its models with megawatt charging capabilities, meaning that an eActros may be charged at up to 400kW. This should enable a 20–80% charge to be completed in around 30 minutes with a single megawatt charger.
Mercedes New eActros 600 Charging Port
According to Mercedes, most long-distance trips taken by Mercedes truck customers in Europe are less than 500 km, thus fleets would only need to add charging at loading and depot locations.
From a distance, the eActros’s styling is significantly different from that of its ICE-powered sister, almost like a Star Wars Stormtrooper helmet.
The eActros’s cab design is heavily influenced by aerodynamics; the front end has an optimized bumper with underbody paneling and a fully closed-off grille.
Aerodynamic efficiency is further enhanced with a roof spoiler and air deflectors on the A-pillars. The front cabin’s 80mm extension contributed to the aerodynamic form of the structure.
A unique 800-volt electric axle and dual-motor system, together with a four-speed gearbox designed especially for heavy-duty long-haul transport, are highlights of the eActros. Peak power output is 600 kW (805 horsepower).
Mercedes New eActros 600 Electric Truck Back View
Regenerative braking makes it possible to recover lost electrical energy and refuel the battery, all the while reducing the load on the actual brakes.
There are five choices for adjusting the regeneration level, and you may use the one-pedal driving mode to avoid having to brake yourself.
Additionally, Mercedes has installed its Predictive Powertrain Control (PPC) gearbox and cruise control, which automatically adjusts the drive system based on the driving style, traffic signs, road terrain, and traffic route.
Mercedes New eActros 600 Electric Truck Interior View
This eliminates needless braking and acceleration, which usually drain the battery, and permits more fuel-efficient driving.
Mercedes also states that the new e-truck would emit more than 80% less CO2 than a traditional diesel long-haul vehicle over its entire cycle.
A modern exterior sound system has also been added to the German brand’s newest truck to warn bikers and pedestrians of its presence. The Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) sound spectrum, according to Mercedes, is “designed to take into account the appearance of a heavy vehicle.”
By The End Of 2023, Sales Of The New eActros 600 Will Begin, And Production Will Begin By The End Of 2024.
Lamborghini And Tod’s Collaborate On The Ultimate Sneaker Collection
January 22, 2024 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
Recently, Tod’s and Lamborghini unveiled their first collection, combining the distinctive design cues and workmanship of these two venerable Italian companies.
The debut at Pitti Uomo, which was centered around two models, marked the beginning of a lengthy series of future collaborations between the two titans of design that will also comprise clothing and leather items. We are eager to see more based on the initial impression.
Tod’s and Lamborghini Ultimate Sneaker Lineup
The special collection, which features highly sought-after examples of quality and elegance, aspires to honor the distinctive craftsmanship and inventive travels of Italian firms. advancing the project by pushing the limits of Italian footwear and style with the two new styles.
The designs feature a streamlined sneaker and a reimagined Gommino from Tod’s.
As demonstrated in their MFW showcase a few days ago, Tod’s is known for their sneakers that combine saddlery, craftsmanship, premium materials, and an artisanal finish with a sporty design.
This makes the luxury car manufacturer a perfect match with their high-end design process and high-quality finish. A testimony to this is the newest collection of sneakers, which is available for both men and women.
Tod’s Sneakers
The four color options of the new sneakers, which have a suede and smooth leather insert with the Lamborghini insignia shown on both sides, are a nod to Tod’s low-top sneakers. Compared to the loafers, they fit more loosely.
In the meanwhile, the latest iteration of the Gommino loafers emphasizes aerodynamics through the tubular band, drawing influence from the streamlined Lamborghini super sports vehicles.
Larger Tod’s rubber pebbles are included with the soles, which are designed with a focus on fusing practical demands with sophisticated appearance.
A model that takes pleasure in its mobility and design is created by hand-crafting the high-quality leather finishing to perfection. The vibrant color interpretations are once more influenced by the well-known Lamborghini color scheme, which features the traditional electric blue, lime green, and lemon yellow hues.
Tod’s Sneaker Shoes
The Stazione Leopolda in Florence served as the historic setting for the introduction of the unisex range of shoes and loafers, which took place during the renowned Pitti Uomo.
The shoes are a beautiful illustration of even more superb Italian workmanship and blended elements that result from this luxurious collaboration. We eagerly anticipate what this gathering of design ideals will bring to us in the near future.
Final Designs For Sony And Honda’s Electric Sedan Are Near
January 10, 2024 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
In 2024, Sony Honda Mobility will showcase a near-production Afeela prototype at CES. In the beginning of 2022, Sony and Honda revealed their intention to collaborate, an improbable partnership.
2024 Sony Honda Mobility Afeela Prototype
Since then, the two have founded a new business called Sony Honda Mobility, and the Afeela is their first vehicle.
The Consumer Electronics Shows of the previous year saw the EV’s baptism. A variant that is closer to manufacturing is on display at the 2024 CES.
2024 Sony Honda Mobility Afeela prototype Front2024 Sony Honda Mobility Afeela prototype Tires
The Sony Honda Mobility Afeela may not have the most intriguing name, but it certainly has a unique appearance. The sleek electric car now has a spoiler lip and a slightly modified front bumper in addition to standard side mirrors in place of mirrors.
2024 Sony Honda Mobility Afeela prototype Side View2024 Sony Honda Mobility Afeela prototype Tail lights
The pillars appear thicker than on the prototype from the previous year, and the sweptback headlamps are shaped more curved than previously.
There’s a new component sticking out of the bumper and a black piece of trim put above the license plate on the back.
2024 Sony Honda Mobility Afeela prototype Dashboard2024 Sony Honda Mobility Afeela prototype Interior View2024 Sony Honda Mobility Afeela prototype Seats2024 Sony Honda Mobility Afeela prototype Steering Wheel
The year 2025 is when the Sony Honda Mobility firm is expected to launch order books.
Early 2026 is when deliveries to clients in North America are planned. Gran Turismo 7 will allow you to drive the Afeela in the meantime when it releases later this year.
China’s BYD Is Getting Closer To Capturing The Top Spot For Electric Vehicles
January 2, 2024 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
China’s BYD is getting closer to unseating Tesla, the electric vehicle maker owned by Elon Musk, as the largest seller globally.
In the last three months of 2023, the company reported on Monday that it had sold a record 526,000 battery-only vehicles.
A more than 70% increase in sales in December contributed to that. Before Wall Street starts on Tuesday, US-based Tesla is expected to announce its most recent quarterly vehicle manufacturing and delivery statistics.
Models Pose With A BYD Car In Japan
The Shenzen, China-based BYD reported that over 3 million “new energy vehicles” (NEVs), which comprise hybrid and battery-only cars, were sold by the company over the whole year.
According to the company, battery-only vehicles accounted for over 1.6 million of its total sales.
According to industry experts, Tesla sold 1.82 million electric vehicles in 2023 overall, including around 483,000 in the final three months of 2023.
Although Mr. Musk had stated in January of last year that Tesla could produce two million vehicles by 2023, he has since issued a warning that the demand for his company’s vehicles was being adversely affected by rising financing rates.
BYD Logo
Wang Chuanfu, the CEO of BYD, and his cousin co-founded the company in Shenzhen in 1995.
The firm gained recognition for producing rechargeable batteries that rivaled more expensive Japanese imports and were utilized in computers, cellphones, and other devices.
In 2002, it began selling shares on the public market and expanded by acquiring Qinchuan Automobile Company, a state-owned automobile manufacturer that was having financial difficulties.
Berkshire Hathaway, the seasoned US investor led by Warren Buffett, has been a stakeholder of BYD since 2008.
As to analysts, BYD’s original business, batteries, is responsible for its rise. Being some of the priciest components of an EV, BYD may save a significant amount of money by producing them internally.
Many of BYD’s rivals get their batteries from other producers.
Tokyo Auto Salon, Suzuki’s New Off-Roader Is The Cutest Concept You Will See
January 2, 2024 / By Zunair Tahir / Automotive News
Japanese manufacturers and tuners have a venue to display their most outrageous creations at the Tokyo Auto Salon. We’re already in love with Suzuki’s Super Carry Mountain Trail, a small, tough off-road idea that it’s bringing to the show.
We’re Already In Love With Suzuki’s Compact, Tough Off-Road Super Carry Mountain Trai Concept, Which Company Is Introducing To The Tokyo Auto Salon.
Suzuki Super Carry
The Mountain Trail idea, according to a translation of Suzuki’s release, is “a car for active adults to enjoy the mountains in a stoic manner, it expresses a new worldview of commercial vehicles that can be used not only for business but also for fun.”
An expanded cab variant of the ordinary Suzuki Carry is called the Super Carry. Even though the corporation hasn’t listed every change made to the Mountain Trail, a cursory glance reveals most of the changes.
A light bar above the windshield and a front skid plate with recovery hooks are added to the little vehicle. It appears to have a little winch as well.
The doors that were standard have been replaced with tubular parts. There are harness-equipped sport seats inside. There is a roof-mounted storage rack attached to an external roll cage.
The back is hardly visible, but it does show a spare tire and a gasoline can. Furthermore, the ride height may be somewhat higher than stock.
In the event that the Super Carry’s powertrain remains unchanged, it is still equipped with enough gear to optimize off-road traction. Customers may purchase it with a four-wheel drive system that has high and low gears for part-time use. Additionally, there is a locking differential in case the road becomes really slick.
However, the standard Super Carry is not an especially strong device. It has a 658cc three-cylinder naturally aspirated engine that produces 50 horsepower and 44 lb-ft of torque. You may be able to go off-road, but don’t expect to get very far very fast.
The Tokyo Auto Salon is taking place this year from January 12–14. By then, we would like to see further details and images of the proposed Super Carry Mountain Trail. It’s towing some equipment at the rear that is out of our direct line of sight.
