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Squarespace to Acquire Google Domains Assets from Alphabet

Squarespace has announced its plan to purchase the assets of Google Domains, making it the new marketplace for almost 10 million domains previously associated with Google’s short-lived venture. To address concerns about domain renewal, Squarespace guarantees that it will honor the existing renewal prices for Google Domains customers for at least 12 months after the transaction is complete.

Both companies claim that the process of transferring domains will be smooth, although this is usually not the case. It is uncertain whether Squarespace will increase prices or promote its website-building services after the 12-month period of honoring renewal rates.

Nevertheless, this acquisition presents a significant business opportunity for Squarespace. According to the company’s announcement, it will be the exclusive domain marketplace for individuals seeking a domain with a minimum three-year subscription to Google Workspace. Squarespace, known for its website-building platform, also offers domain name registration services. For current Google Domains customers, no immediate action is required. Squarespace allows users to transfer their website to its platform and move their custom domain from one site to another, as long as it is hosted on Squarespace servers.

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Are these Kymco Radar Sensor Patent Images a Glimpse of Future Bikes?

Over the years, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) have become common in modern cars, and they have also made their way into the world of two-wheeled vehicles. Radar-assisted cruise control and blind spot detection systems are now being incorporated into flagship adventure and sport touring motorcycles.

OEMs like Ducati, BMW, and Yamaha are collaborating with established companies such as Bosch and Continental to develop these systems and address placement issues for the components.

The Chinese Patent Office recently published a patent application filed by Kymco, a major Taiwanese OEM known for its scooters but also involved in motorcycle and electric vehicle development.

In the patent, Kymco explores the placement of rear-facing radar units in various potential motorbike designs. Among the drawings are configurations that resemble a café racer design and an adventure bike.

Kymco’s design goals for these configurations include protecting the radar unit from the weather and other obstructions, such as rain, mud, and snow. The unit is positioned between the taillight unit and the license plate unit, set back to offer some shelter from the elements. This design also aims to deter theft by integrating the radar unit into the rear portion of the motorbike.

These patent drawings indicate that Kymco is planning ahead for future motorbike models. Considering their partnership with LiveWire for the production of lightweight electric motorbikes, it is possible that the unseen tail configurations could be part of upcoming LiveWire models.

However, this speculation is purely based on the patent filing and partnership, and there is no concrete evidence to confirm or deny these assumptions. It is common for people to connect dots and create their own narratives, even when there is limited information available.

What are your thoughts and speculations on these images? Share your opinions in the comments section.

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Volkswagen Taigun Gets New GT Variants And Limited Editions With New Colours

With the new variants and prices, the DSG option has become more accessible in a lower trim while making the top-spec GT+ variant more affordable

  • Volkswagen debuted the new GT variants and special colours at its annual meeting in April.

  • It is accepting bookings for the SUV’s limited editions only via its website.

  • The GT DSG is placed above the GT MT while the GT Plus MT slots below the GT Plus DSG.

  • All the new variants are only available with the larger 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine.

  • The new variants along with the limited editions are available in the new Deep Black Pearl, and Carbon Steel Grey Matte shades.

  • Feature highlights on the limited editions include red accents inside and out, and gloss black finish.

  • New variants are priced from Rs 16.80 lakh to Rs 19.46 lakh (ex-showroom pan-India).

  • Deliveries of the limited edition models will begin from July 2023.

After debuting at the carmaker’s annual meeting in April this year, the new variants under the Volkswagen Taigun Performance Line have now gone on sale. Apart from that, the SUV has also received two new limited editions as part of the ‘GT Edge Limited Collection’, bookings for which are open only online.

New Variants And Prices

Variant

Price

GT DCT

Rs 16.80 lakh

GT+ MT

Rs 17.80 lakh

GT+ MT Deep Black Pearl

Rs 18 lakh

GT+ MT Carbon Steel Grey Matte

Rs 18.20 lakh

GT+ DCT Deep Black Pearl

Rs 19.26 lakh

GT+ DCT Carbon Steel Grey Matte

Rs 19.46 lakh

For reference, Volkswagen only offered the entry-level Performance Line GT trim of the Taigun with the 6-speed manual transmission while the top-spec GT Plus was limited to the 7-speed DSG (dual-clutch automatic) only. Now, both GT variants powered by the 150PS 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine get a choice of both transmissions.

The new GT DCT variant slots above the GT MT, which is priced at Rs 16.26 lakh. On the other hand, the GT+ MT is placed below the GT+ DCT that costs Rs 18.71 lakh. With the new variants, the DCT option has become more accessible on the lower trim while making the top-spec GT+ variant more affordable. 

The Taigun is also available with a smaller 1-litre turbo-petrol unit (with both 6-speed MT and AT), offered with the Dynamic Line variants – Comfortline, Highline, and Topline.

Volkswagen will be offering the Taigun in the Deep Black Pearl and Carbon Steel Grey Matte shades for a limited period. The carmaker will start handing them over to customers from July 2023. It’s also worth noting that these GT Edge variants will be manufactured on the basis of bookings, kind of built-to-order.

Also Read: These Are The Top 3 Family SUVs In India Under Rs 20 Lakh According To A.I.

What’s New With Taigun GT Edge Variants?

The Deep Black Pearl edition features typical GT-specific upgrades including red brake callipers, red stitching for seats and red ambient lighting that contrast even more to the new glossy black exterior. On the other hand, the Matte edition gets a gloss black finish for the ORVMs, door handles and the rear spoiler as well as red accents on the front and sides.

Apart from this, the SUV continues with the same equipment list as before. This includes a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system, auto climate control, a single-pane sunroof, and ventilated front seats (still not available on the standard GT variants). Its safety kit includes up to six airbags, a reversing camera, electronic stability control, and ISOFIX child seat anchorages.

Also Read: Apple iOS 17 Will Include Cool New Features For CarPlay And Maps Application

Price And Rivals

The Taigun continues to be priced between Rs 11.62 lakh and Rs 19.06 lakh (ex-showroom pan-India) with only the new limited edition colours adding a premium to the GT Plus DSG variants. It fights it out with the Toyota Hyryder, Maruti Grand Vitara, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, MG Astor, Skoda Kushaq, and the upcoming Citroen C3 Aircross and Honda Elevate.

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