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2025 Ram 1500 RHO Is A $70k Raptor Roaster, But It’s Not A TRX Replacement

April 25, 2024 David Leave a comment

As far as off-roading is worried, it would not make lots of sense for Ram to make a truck with properly north of 500 horsepower if it could not deal with itself within the wild. For suspension, it wears Bilstein Black Hawk shocks and an 11.8-inch floor clearance while you go for 35-inch tires. It sports activities a Dana 60 rear axle and a Borg-Warner switch case for the entire rock crawling followers on the market.

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The entrance grille has additionally been redesigned for higher air movement, and the RHO options a lot of particular badges and decals so everybody can know what sort of truck you’ve. Most North American Stellantis products that have been unveiled recently don’t fall into the “subtle and restrained” class, and the Ram 1500 RHO is not any completely different.

It’s large, goofy, and quick, as any efficiency truck ought to be. With that efficiency, after all, comes a excessive price ticket: It’s slated to price $69,995 and be accessible in the course of the third quarter of this 12 months. If it makes you’re feeling any higher, Ram says it is a relative worth at $129.60 per horsepower. So that is good.

Technology

5 Of James Bond’s Smartest Tech Gadgets We Wish We Could Buy

November 25, 2023 David

When it comes to communications, Q-Branch has provided 007 with mobile phones and car phones, and even created a phone booth trap for emergencies. However, modern handheld computers can now offer similar spy gadget functionalities, such as sending encrypted messages, translating audio recordings, and using GPS for navigating escape routes.

While smartphones from major brands offer a wide range of features, they still lack some of the unique capabilities of the Ericsson JB988, which is considered one of the most impressive Q-issued marvels used by James Bond.

The Ericsson JB988 made its debut in “Tomorrow Never Dies” and proved to be more than just a regular phone. Despite not having a touch screen or high-resolution display, this top-secret device was equipped with a fingerprint scanner and lockpicking mechanism. It also had self-defense and anti-theft features, delivering a stunning 20,000-volt electric shock to anyone attempting unauthorized access.

What sets this phone apart as a cutting-edge piece of Bond’s innovative technology is its ability to remotely control a BMW 750iL using a touchpad, allowing the user to steer with just a thumb or finger. Additionally, it can activate the car’s espionage-related features, including the caltrop dispenser, cable cutter, and multiple rocket launchers.

News

10 Most Awaited Motorcycles Of 2024 10 Most Awaited Motorcycles Of 2024

November 11, 2023 David

This year has been an exciting one as far as the motorcycle industry is concerned. From the Suzuki GSX-8S to the KTM 390 Duke, and Honda CBR1000RR-R to the CFMoto 800NK, we have seen several upgrades and new products throughout the year. With just a few months left on the calendar, there is still plenty of action to keep enthusiasts like us on the edge.

2024 is set to be a bumper year too. From BMW Motorrad to Triumph Motorcycles, every manufacturer is looking to grab a piece of the pie with all-new products as quite a few of them are lined-up for arrival next year. EICMA 2023 is an ideal platform for manufacturers that intends to give a glimpse into the future of motorcycling. One such example is Suzuki’s new middleweight sports bike – the GSX-8R, that was unveiled at EICMA alongside the GSX-S1000GX.

10 2024 BMW R 1300 GS

MSRP: $19,890

The new 2024 BMW R 1300 GS is the German two-wheeler giant’s newest endeavor in the adventure motorcycle space after disrupting the market with its previous ADV offerings. Slated to arrive in the American market by early next year, BMW’s new flagship GS offering – the R 1300 GS serves as a replacement for the R 1250 GS. The G 1300 GS gets major upgrades over its predecessor – it’s now more feature-loaded and sees a weight reduction of 26.4 pounds along with BMW’s most powerful boxer engine ever made.

Engine Specifications

Engine	Boxer Twin
Displacement	1,300 cc
Power	145 horsepower
Torque	110 pound-feet
Transmission	Claw-shifted 6-speed gearbox

9 2024 Honda Africa Twin

MSRP: N/A

Looking to heat up the ADV segment, Honda has updated the Africa Twin line-up for 2024. Both the variants – the CRF1100L Africa Twin and its Adventure Sports counterpart – see upgrades that range from design features to underpinnings. Both the variants continue to employ the same engine, however, both power and torque now arrive at lower revs. To make things more interesting, the Japanese giant has increased peak torque by 7 percent. The increased compression ratio along with larger intake ducts, 65mm taller intake trumpets, and a redesigned exhaust with a modified silencer improves both performance and sound.

Specifications

Engine	Liquid-cooled Unicam, four-stroke, parallel-twin
Displacement	1,084 cc
Power	101 horsepower
Torque	82 pound-feet
Transmission	6-speed gearbox

Electric Vehicles

The Nissan Electric Car We Want to See in America

October 29, 2023 David

The Nissan Sakura, a compact electric car currently available in Japan, has caught our attention. While its range of 111 miles may not be suitable for long road trips, it is perfect for daily commuting. Plus, with a fast charger, the car can be fully charged in just 40 minutes.

With a single electric motor producing 63 horsepower, the Sakura can reach a top speed of 80 mph. Not bad for a car that measures just over 11 feet long.

In terms of pricing, the base model of the Sakura is priced at around $15,600, making it the most affordable electric vehicle in the United States and the cheapest new car overall, even cheaper than the Nissan Versa.

While we acknowledge that a car with limited range and modest performance may not be in high demand in the United States, the Sakura’s attractive design and sub-$20,000 price tag still make it an appealing option.

Motorsport

2024 Lincoln Aviator Spied Wearing No Camo On The Road

June 24, 2023 Prafful Singh

Lincoln is not worried about hiding the refreshed 2024 Aviator from the public, as the development team is driving the luxury SUV without any camouflage. This is the second time the vehicle has been spotted like this.

The 2024 Aviator has a sleeker design for the front end, departing from its current boxy look. The grille has a more rounded shape with vertically oriented ovals in a metallic finish. The running lights have been revised and now extend towards the center of the vehicle’s face. The lower fascia features a simple trapezoidal outline, while air curtains are positioned on the outer edges.

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