Hero MotoCorp has launched the Xtreme 250R, challenging the KTM Duke 250. Both feature 249cc engines and similar torque, but the Duke 250 delivers slightly higher power. The Xtreme 250R claims faster acceleration and modern features at a lower price of Rs 1.80 lakh compared to the Duke's Rs 2.25 lakh.
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President Donald Trump has purchased a Tesla Model S, guided by CEO Elon Musk at a White House event. The Model S, priced at $80,000, boasts impressive performance and futuristic features, including a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup and advanced in-car technology.
Royal Enfield will launch the Classic 650 in India on March 27, 2025. Inspired by the Classic 350, it features a 648cc parallel-twin engine, producing 46.4 hp and 52.3 Nm torque with a six-speed gearbox. The model includes all-LED lighting, a semi-analogue console, and Tripper Navigation. It will join Royal Enfield's 650cc lineup.
It has a claimed range of 181km as per the Indian Driving Cycle or the IDC. (This is about 30 km higher than the Dot One). Simple says that the scooter can sprint from zero to 40kmph in 2.5 seconds; the previous model took 2.77 seconds. It has a top speed of 105kmph and gets four ride modes - Eco, Ride, Dash, and Sonic.
Generation Speed, a new festival by the team behind India Bike Week, is set to revolutionize the Indian automotive scene. Featuring over 500 cars, including supercars and vintage classics, it promises dynamic experiences with races, exhibitions, and stunt shows. The event aims to attract around 10,000 attendees in its first year, with future growth expected.
Tata Motors plans to expand India's EV charging infrastructure by more than doubling the charge points to 400,000 by 2027. The company will collaborate with Charge Point Operators and Oil Marketing Companies to achieve this, focusing on key locations like highways and metro cities.
The price hike, according to Mercedes-Benz, is necessary to address the escalating costs of materials, inflationary trends, and increased logistics expenses. While the company has been absorbing the bulk of these costs for the past three quarters, it has decided to pass on a nominal portion to consumers to maintain its operational sustainability.
The pick-up measures 5324mm in length 1997mmin width and features a power-folding mid-gate that extends the bed length from 5 feet to 8 feet when the rear seats are automatically folded down, giving it the largest bed in its class. Few highlights include a flexible bed, a panoramic glass roof and digital side mirrors.
The Kylaq gets a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, turbo petrol engine which puts out 115 hp of power and 178 nm of torque. Gearbox options will include a 6-speed torque converter and a 6-speed manual gearbox. The same engine also does the duty in the Skoda Kushaq, Slavia, VW Virtus and Taigun.
It has claimed range of up to 300 km on a single charge and it also supports a top-up charge of 150 km in 45 minutes using Bharat DC-001 public charging infrastructure. It also has a 5-year or 200,000 km warranty.