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Motorsport

Chrysler Planning Significant Refresh For Pacifica Minivan

Having produced the last 300C earlier this month, Chrysler is right down to a single product. And the Pacifica is getting up there. The minivan went on sale again in 2016 and obtained its final main facelift in 2020 with the brand new all-wheel-drive model. Now lastly, one other replace is coming.

Chrysler CEO Christine Feuell introduced a “mid-cycle action plan for the Pacifica,” in an interview. She went on to say “it will be more than just a moderate refresh. It will be pretty significant.” Although she declined to say when it will go on sale, the pinnacle honcho revealed it’s going to come back out after Chrysler’s first EV.


Motorsport

The 2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid Is More Expensive Than Last Year

Earlier this yr, Kia launched the 2024 mannequin yr for the Sportage. Now, the corporate is sharing extra particulars concerning the hybrid mannequin. The 2024 Sportage Hybrid might be at sellers very quickly with “mindful updates” and a better beginning worth.

Seat-mounted airbags and projector-type LED headlights are actually customary gear. There aren’t any different adjustments in comparison with the 2023 mannequin, however the worth goes up from last year’s $28,815 to $29,615 with vacation spot and dealing with charges included. That’s for the bottom LX trim, which comes fitted with privateness glass, 17-inch alloy wheels, and a 12.2-inch digital instrument cluster as customary.


Smartphones

iMessage Comes To Android: Everything You Need To Know About Beeper Mini

Beeper Mini’s beginnings are reasonably extraordinary. Now, Beeper arrived on the scene earlier this 12 months, providing a strategy to cluster all of your messaging apps — comparable to WhatsApp, iMessage, Slack, and Telegram — in a single place. The 15-chats-1-app formulation was fairly darn profitable in itself. Then, in August, a high-schooler going by the alias JJTech arrived on GitHub claiming to have reverse-engineered iMessage. They subsequently reached out to Migicovsky with their pitch for a Mac-free, open-source implementation of iMessage referred to as pypush. As unbelievable because it appeared, Migicovsky was bought on the thought, and JJTech promptly handed over the reins to the parents over at Beeper whereas nonetheless being part of the mission.

So started the journey of Beeper Mini. As talked about above, Beeper Mini would not depend on a system of Mac relays to trick Apple servers into believing {that a} message is originating from an Apple machine. Instead, it depends on the very foundations of an Apple system that dictates push notifications. The firm calls it Apple Push Notification Service (APNs). It is bidirectional and handles the supply chain for iMessage. After latching on to the APN hyperlink, pypush proceeds with the registration course of, the place Apple requires validation knowledge, which basically asks for proof that an iMessage token request originated on an Apple machine.

Pypush depends on an identical machine serial identifier format as instruments like Hackintosh, which implies the identifiers are reputable and validation is with none shady loopholes. Notably, Beeper Mini additionally retains end-to-end encryption intact, a secure strategy to guarantee customers that they do not have to fret about safety when texting from an Android telephone over the iMessage line to succeed in an iPhone person—an in depth breakdown of how all that transpires will be discovered here.

Motorsport

2024 Mercedes-AMG CLE53 Does 0-60 In 4 Seconds Flat With A 443-HP Inline-Six

Earlier this yr Mercedes-Benz mixed the C-Class and E-Class coupes into a brand new automotive the CLE. On Tuesday it launched a extra efficiency oriented model referred to as the Mercedes-AMG CLE53, set to go on sale within the US someday in 2024.

Power Details 

Under the hood of the brand new coupe is the AMG-enhanced turbocharged M256M 3.0-liter inline-six engine. It cranks out 443 horsepower and 413 pound-feet of torque that may soar to 443 lb-ft of twist for a 12-second interval due to an overboost perform. Mercedes estimates the CLE53 can hit 60 miles per hour from a standstill in a clear 4.0 seconds. Top velocity is electronically restricted to 155 mph.


Motorsport

BMW iM3 Will ‘Never’ Happen, Says M Boss

BMW recently filed a trademark for the name “iM3,” which combines their electric “i” and performance “M” badges, suggesting a potential hot EV. However, BMW M boss Frank van Meel has refuted these rumors.

In an interview with Top Gear, van Meel firmly stated that the company would “never” use i and M badges together on the same vehicle, describing it as “Mission Impossible!” He emphasized that even if the vehicle were electric, the company would not combine the i and M badges.

Despite this, van Meel noted that a performance EV with a pure M badge could potentially be developed, emphasizing that it would be called an M without an i. He explained that the M badge is not about technology, but rather about a promise, motorsports, and emotion.

While the iM3 may not come to fruition, BMW already has four M-badged EVs – the iX M60, i4 M50, i5 M60, and i7 M70. Additionally, the company unveiled a quad-motor performance prototype in 2022 based on the BMW Neue Klasse electric platform. This electric platform is likely to spawn a performance EV, even if it won’t bear the name iM3.

Motor1 has reached out to BMW USA for a comment and will provide updates accordingly.

Motorsport

Ford Maverick Spy Shots Suggest High-Performance Model On The Way

We are aware that Ford has some plans for the Maverick. The company announced this earlier in the month, but did not provide any specifics. There have been ongoing rumors for over a year about a high-performance version of the small pickup, possibly labeled as ST. Now, new spy shots show a Maverick on the move with some interesting details on display.

This truck clearly has a customized exhaust system. Such modifications at the back are often seen on vehicles undergoing emissions testing. This suggests some kind of change under the hood, whether it’s more power or a different engine altogether. The most powerful Maverick currently has a turbocharged 2.0-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine, producing 250 horsepower. While it’s not slow, a modest power boost would make sense if we are indeed looking at a Maverick ST.


News

18,000 Triumph Speed And Scrambler 400s Is What Bajaj Plans To Sell In Q3

Recall when the Triumph Speed 400 first launched in India in early 2023?

Bajaj Auto, the Indian motorbike manufacturer that has partnered with Triumph on manufacturing both bikes, opened preorders at the same time as the launch announcement. Just a month later, local press and dealerships were reporting a months-long wait due to the popularity of the preorders for the Triumph Speed 400. Now in November 2023, Bajaj CEO Rajiv Bajaj discussed the unexpected high demand for the Triumph 400s with CNBC-TV18.

Bajaj initially planned to produce around 5,000 Triumph 400s a month. To their surprise, demand reached about 10,000 bikes in the first month, double what was anticipated. Rajiv Bajaj stated that the company plans to sell 18,000 Triumphs in Q3 of the current fiscal year, and believes that it’s feasible to increase production to 6,000 bikes a month. Bajaj looks to potentially reach 10,000 bikes a month in the future, although this will not happen immediately.

But Wait, There’s More!

Rajiv Bajaj also mentioned Bajaj’s interest in exploring new territory for motorcycles. Specifically, the company is looking into creating a compressed natural gas (CNG) motorcycle model, which would be a first in the world. Bajaj believes that using CNG could reduce emissions and costs. With India’s national government actively promoting CNG infrastructure growth, Bajaj aims to produce the first CNG motorcycle by the end of 2025. However, it’s still in the early stages of exploration and planning. Bajaj is considering using a new model name for the CNG bike, but it’s too early to confirm all the details.

Motorsport

Tesla Announces Upcoming Release of New Model 3 Performance

Tesla recently updated its Model 3 and is now preparing to unveil the powerful Performance version of the refreshed Model 3, as confirmed by a company representative to CarSales.com.au last week. The new Model 3 Performance is scheduled to debut in the first half of next year and is expected to offer something extraordinary.

Tesla explained to CarSales.com.au that the initial model didn’t fully realize the car’s potential, and they aim to address those shortcomings with this updated version. The current Model 3 Performance already boasts impressive specs, capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 3.1 seconds and offering a range of up to 315 miles on a single charge.


Motorsport

The 2024 Acura TLX $4,950 More Expensive Than The Previous Model

Acura revealed the 2024 TLX earlier this month. The mid-cycle refresh brought minor styling updates, a simplified trim structure, and a quieter cabin. The sedan will be available at dealerships with a starting price of $46,195, including destination and handling fees. This marks a $4,950 increase from last year’s TLX, although the 2024 model year comes with more standard equipment.

The Technology package is now standard on all base models, whereas it was a $4,000 upgrade last year. Consequently, even the base TLX now includes 19-inch wheels, Milano leather seats, ambient LED cabin lighting, and an ELS Studio premium audio system. As part of the refresh, the sedan also receives two new USB ports for rear passengers, thicker carpets, a new 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and a larger infotainment screen.

2024 Acura TLX Type S Exterior Front View
  Price
2024 Acura TLX w/Technology Package $46,195
2024 Acura TLX A-Spec $51,195
2024 Acura TLX Type S $58,195

The 2024 TLC A-Spec starts at $51,195 and includes new split-spoke 19-inch wheels, dual round exhaust pipes, and a gloss black rear spoiler. New wheel insulators, B-pillar insulators, and door insulators contribute to a quieter interior.

The range-topping model, the TLX Type S, starts at $58,195. It features improved throttle response in Sport+ mode, a 10.5-inch head-up display, and a surround-view camera. In the design department, it boasts a new diamond pentagon grille mesh, 20-inch black wheels, an exclusive front splitter, a new rear diffuser, and quad exhaust pipes at the back.

News

Land Announces District Second Production Run, Lowered Prices

Cleveland-based electric mobility specialist Land Moto garnered attention earlier in 2023 with the updated models of its District electric motorcycle. The company focuses on e-mobility with an emphasis on enjoyment and retro-inspired styling while keeping prices accessible. Land has now announced the second production run of the District with lowered prices.

Land Moto Goes Rugged With New District Scrambler Electric Bike

The District boasts an approachable design and respectable performance, weighing in at just 200 pounds, similar to a small dual-sport or scrambler. The battery provides a single-charge range of up to 120 miles and is swappable for convenient charging. Riders can select from three different modes with e-bike mode limiting speed to 25 miles per hour, e-moped mode raising it to 40 miles per hour, and e-motorcycle mode unlocking the motor’s top speed of 70 miles per hour. The bikes feature adjustable suspension and front and rear disc brakes for confident stops.

According to Scott Colosimo, the company’s founder and CEO, Land has managed to stabilize and scale production, allowing them to offer the District at lower prices. “Incoming investment has helped us stabilize and scale production and grow our sales network — and in turn, lower costs. When we prioritize in-house design and innovation, it’s a win for everyone — our customers, our investors and our team.”