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2024 Maruti Swift Expected Prices: Will It Undercut Hyundai Grand i10 Nios?

The new Swift is predicted to be supplied in 5 broad variants: LXi, VXi, VXi (O), ZXi, and ZXi Plus

2024 Maruti Swift expected prices

The fourth-generation Maruti Swift is about to go on sale on May 9 and official bookings are already open. We have a number of particulars concerning the brand new hatchback thanks to numerous leaks on-line, together with its powertrain particulars and a few options. Ahead of its official value announcement, we have now used the knowledge at hand to convey you the anticipated variant-wise costs of the fourth-gen Swift:

Variant

Expected Price

LXi

Rs 6.50 lakh

VXi MT

Rs 7.50 lakh

VXi AMT

Rs 8 lakh

VXi (O) MT

Rs 8.30 lakh

VXi (O) AMT

Rs 8.80 lakh

ZXi MT

Rs 8.40 lakh

ZXi AMT

Rs 8.90 lakh

ZXi+ MT

Rs 9 lakh

ZXi+ AMT

Rs 9.5 lakh

Disclaimer: These costs are our estimates. Official costs shall be revealed by Maruti on May 9.

Exterior Highlights

2024 Maruti Swift

Even although the hatchback has undergone a generational replace, it nonetheless has the core essence of a Swift. It now has a sharper set of headlights (that includes projector models), longer L-shaped LED DRLs, and an oval grille with a mesh sample. The new Swift additionally comes with a fancier set of alloy wheels and wraparound LED tail lights.

Cabin And Feature Changes

2024 Maruti Swift cabin

Maruti Suzuki has used each mild and darkish gray colored supplies for the brand new Swift’s cabin. It additionally has glossy AC vents whereas sporting the identical steering wheel because the outgoing mannequin. New options on supply embrace a much bigger 9-inch touchscreen, revised local weather management panel as seen on the likes of the brand new Baleno and Grand Vitara, and an up to date instrument cluster with a dual-pod analogue setup.

We are additionally anticipating the Swift to come back with a heads-up show, wi-fi telephone charging, auto AC, and cruise management. Six airbags (as normal), digital stability management (ESC), and a reversing digicam are prone to be part of its security internet.

Also Read: Maruti Brezza ZXi AT vs Maruti Fronx Alpha Turbo AT: Specifications Compared

A Single Engine On Offer

Maruti will present the fourth-gen Swift with a single (and new) 1.2-litre Z collection petrol engine (82 PS/as much as 112 Nm), mated to both a 5-speed handbook or a 5-speed AMT computerized gearbox. A CNG powertrain possibility is prone to be launched at a later date.

Who Will It Compete With?

2024 Maruti Swift rear

The new Maruti Swift will tackle the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, whereas additionally serving as an alternative choice to the Renault Triber, Hyundai Exter, and Tata Punch.

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Lowe’s Vs. Home Depot: Which Offers The Most Affordable & Reliable Power Tools?

Based on client scores and affordability, the highest 5 7-¼-inch round noticed manufacturers distinctive to Lowe’s embody saws produced by Evolution, Greenworks, Metabo HPT, Skil, and Worx. Corded variations start with essentially the most inexpensive possibility, priced at $70: the Skil 15-amp corded saw with 4.6 stars. With 4.7 stars derived from solely 19 evaluations, the $83 corded 15-amp Evolution circular saw options the flexibility to chop wooden and steel with the identical blade. The Metabo HPT 15-amp corded saw will get 4.7 stars and is the highest-priced noticed on our checklist of inexpensive corded saws from Lowe’s at $129.

Lowe’s finest battery-powered choices embody the 20-volt Worx saw priced at $184, together with a battery and a 4.9-star ranking. In addition, the 24-volt Greenworks circular saw encompasses a 4.6-star ranking and is priced at $111, not together with a battery. Since batteries are costly, it is probably finest to think about one in all these choices when you’ve got already or plan to buy different battery-power instruments with that battery system.

Home Depot’s top-ranked, distinctive 7-1/4-inch round noticed manufacturers embody Genesis, Makita, Milwaukee, Ryobi, and Wen, providing a mixture of corded and battery-powered choices. The two lowest-rated choices on our checklist embody saws from Ryobi and Wen. The most inexpensive possibility is the $39 Wen 12-amp corded saw, with 4.5 stars. However, the $89 corded Ryobi boasts a 15-amp motor, a laser alignment system, and 4.6 stars. The 13-amp Genesis saw will get 4.7 stars and within reason priced at $44. The $129 Milwaukee saw has a 15-amp motor, features a onerous case, and will get 4.8 stars. The highest-rated possibility is the $124 10.5-amp Makita with 4.9 stars.

Ryobi supplies the most suitable choice for a battery-powered round noticed from Home Depot. The 4.5-star Ryobi 18-volt saw consists of Ryobi’s ONE+ 4.0-amp/hour battery for $199.

While Home Depot has higher-rated saws at costs much like Lowe’s on the higher finish of our inexpensive checklist, Lowe’s provides a greater number of corded and battery-powered saws at decrease costs. The benefit goes to Lowe’s until you are looking for a high-end noticed.

Mazda Earns Most TOP SAFETY PICK+ Awards of any Single Brand

Awarded Five TOP SAFETY PICK+ and One TOP SAFETY PICK

WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) introduced the winners of its 2024 TOP SAFETY PICK and TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards, the best awards in automobile security. Mazda is proud to once more be among the many most awarded manufacturers, having 5 autos earn the best, TOP SAFETY PICK+ award. These autos embrace the 2024 mannequin 12 months Mazda3 Sedan, Mazda3 Hatchback, CX-30, CX-50 (constructed after August 2023) and CX-90. Earning the following highest, TOP SAFETY PICK award is the 2024 mannequin 12 months CX-90 PHEV, which we hope to carry as much as the highest award quickly, after it undergoes IIHS’s up to date reasonable entrance overlap check.

Over 10 Lakh Indians Have Bought A Hyundai Creta Since 2015

According to Hyundai India’s estimates, they’ve bought one Creta each 5 minutes for practically a decade

Hyundai Creta

The Hyundai Creta was first launched in India in 2015 when the potential for the compact SUV area was solely beginning to be explored. It has since undergone a generational replace together with two facelifts, the final of which was completed in January 2024. Now, in February, it has achieved a gross sales milestone of 10 lakh items. Let’s take a quick have a look at the Creta’s journey in India until now.

Two Facelifts & One Generational Update

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In 2015, the Hyundai Creta emerged as a direct rival to SUVs just like the Renault Duster and Nissan Terrano. At that point, the Creta’s design language was notably sober and minimalistic. Later, in 2018, the first-generation Creta obtained a facelift, and it acquired an up to date fascia with a cascading grille design and varied new options, together with a sunroof.

In 2020, the second technology Hyundai Creta for India was launched, which had a futuristic look and featured quirky LED lighting particulars. Though it had a polarising design language, it was nonetheless one of many top-selling compact SUVs in India, with standout options just like the panoramic sunroof, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, and power-adjustable driver’s seat. In January 2024, Hyundai facelifted the second-generation Creta, that includes a refreshed look, all-new cabin, and superior security options.

Hyundai Sold One Creta Every 5 Minutes

Announcing the numerous gross sales milestone, Hyundai additionally revealed an attention-grabbing undeniable fact that it bought, on common, one Creta in India each 5 minutes. The 2024 Creta has already crossed 60,000 bookings since its launch in January 2024. 

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What Does It Offer?

2024 Hyundai Creta cabin

The 2024 Hyundai Creta comes with options equivalent to twin 10.25-inch shows (one for the infotainment system and the opposite for instrumentation), dual-zone AC, an 8-speaker Bose sound system, a panoramic sunroof, wi-fi telephone charging, an 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, and ventilated entrance seats.

The passenger security is ensured by six airbags, a 360-degree digital camera, digital stability management, a tyre stress monitoring system, and a full suite of superior driver help programs (ADAS).

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Powertrain Options

Hyundai presents the Creta with three engine choices, and their specs have been detailed under:

Engine

1.5-litre N.A. Petrol

1.5-litre Turbo-petrol

1.5-litre Diesel

Power

115 PS

160 PS

116 PS

Torque

144 Nm

253 Nm

250 Nm

Transmission

6-speed MT / CVT

7-speed DCT

6-speed MT / 6-speed AT

Though the turbo-petrol choice is presently restricted to the 7-speed twin clutch automated transmission, Hyundai could introduce the choice of a 6-speed guide transmission with turbo-petrol with the introduction of the Creta N Line. 

Price Range & Rivals

The Hyundai Creta is priced between Rs 11 lakh and Rs 20.15 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). It takes on the likes of the Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Volkswagen Taigun, Honda Elevate, and Citroen C3 Aircross.

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83% of motorists wish to ditch parking apps

More than 4 in 5 motorists dislike utilizing car-parking apps, in response to new analysis by Autocar.

In a survey of 1387 UK-based motorists, 83% most popular to make use of money or contactless card funds to park as a result of they don’t like having to obtain so many apps, fear about on-line fraud, or discover that lots of the apps are too difficult.

Only 14% of individuals most popular parking apps to bodily fee machines; most frequently citing comfort of paying by way of an app as the principle profit.

There are 30 totally different parking apps throughout the nation, prompting considerations about ageism from campaigners, such because the over-60s marketing campaign group Silver Voices.

Its director, Dennis Reed, mentioned aged and susceptible individuals wrestle to obtain and navigate the plethora of apps essential to park and describes the choice to desert pay-and-display machines as “blatant ageism”.

Autocar editor Mark Tisshaw added: “The British public clearly imagine there are just too lots of them and they are often very difficult to make use of.

“The Government’s proposal to streamline the parking app system into a single point of access will be welcomed by many.”

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Transport Secretary Mark Harper unveiled plans in October 2023 to launch a nationwide parking platform, which might streamline the method of utilizing apps to pay for parking. More than half (54%) of the Autocar survey respondents mentioned that they supported the initiative.

BMW Motorrad Motorsport Team Presentation: The 2024 WorldSBK kickoff takes place within the BMW Motorrad Welt in Berlin.

Berlin. About 5 weeks earlier than the season opener at Australian Phillip Island, BMW Motorrad Motorsport offered the 2024 FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) line-up to the general public in Berlin (GER) on Wednesday. The two groups, the ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team and the Bonovo motion BMW Racing Team, in addition to the 4 BMW Motorrad WorldSBK manufacturing unit riders Toprak Razgatlioglu (TUR), Michael van der Mark (NED), Scott Redding (GBR), and Garrett Gerloff (USA), unveiled their BMW M 1000 RR superbikes for the WorldSBK 2024 for the primary time. The occasion befell at a particular location, within the new BMW Motorrad Welt on the BMW Motorrad Plant Berlin. This plant is the guts of the BMW Motorrad manufacturing and the birthplace of the BMW M 1000 RR.

On Tuesday, Razgatlioglu, van der Mark, Redding, and Gerloff have been visitors on the BMW Motorrad Plant, and through an unique autograph session, the staff had the chance to personally meet their racing colleagues from the BMW Motorrad household. On Wednesday, the 4 BMW Motorrad WorldSBK manufacturing unit riders gained nearer insights into the manufacturing of the bikes, together with their racing machines, throughout a tour of the plant.

The precise group presentation befell afterwards in BMW Motorrad World, the brand new “Home of the Brand” in Berlin, opened in autumn 2023. The official begin of the 2024 WorldSBK occurred with the disclosing of the BMW M 1000 RR superbikes, which Razgatlioglu, van der Mark, Redding, and Gerloff will journey within the upcoming season with the ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team and the Bonovo motion BMW Racing Team.

A particular function of the group presentation in Berlin was that along with invited visitors, followers additionally had the chance to witness the occasion dwell on-site. Many of them seized the chance, secured the coveted free tickets for the occasion, and will personally work together with the 4 BMW Motorrad WorldSBK manufacturing unit riders in the course of the subsequent autograph session.

In preparation for the 2024 season, BMW Motorrad Motorsport, the 2 groups, and the riders can be again on the monitor quickly. The subsequent check periods will happen at Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, on January twenty fourth and twenty fifth. The first race weekend of the season is scheduled from February twenty third to twenty fifth at Phillip Island (AUS).

Quotes after the Team Presentation in Berlin.

 

Marc Bongers, BMW Motorrad Motorsport Director: “First of all, I would like to thank everyone involved in the organisation. It was an absolutely cool event here at BMW Motorrad Welt. It was very nice to show the team managers and riders what we do here in Berlin. We haven’t done this in this form before. The atmosphere among all involved was fantastic, and that is also extremely important for performance because we have this one team mentality. The presentation itself in BMW Motorrad Welt was also very successful. I am confident for the new season. We still need a few tests; last year, we didn’t necessarily have the best conditions but we have prepared a lot of things. Now there is not much time left until Phillip Island. Although the first two events take place on tracks that haven’t necessarily been our strong suit in the past, I am still optimistic that we will have a good start, carry this positive energy into the first races and through the entire season.”

Shaun Muir (Team Principal ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team): “First of all it is an outstanding venue for such a presentation. It think it really captures the spirit of what BMW Motorrad are trying to achieve here so I am super proud to be part of that. The tour around the plant was sensational. A big round of applause to all the guys, everyone in the factory; they really welcomed us. Moving on to the championship as such, I think it is absolutely clear that the combination of Michael and Toprak brings some special qualities. I think that is something we are really looking forward to working with. Already we can see what Toprak requires in terms of a package and a bike. It is a little bit different, not an awful lot, we just need to steer in a slightly different direction to give Toprak what he needs. And I say that in terms of letting him amplify his strengths which is hard on the brakes, corner entry, balance on the bike, something we know the BMW M 1000 RR can work well with. We want to put ourselves in a strong position, we want to compete for the podium in Australia. Can we get a podium? It’s a tough question, but Toprak’s personal aims are that he thinks he can and we give him all the support to do that. Michael has missed large parts of the past two seasons, and he does not underestimate what he is up against but he is definitely up for that challenge. I feel that Toprak can bring a lot of strengths out of Michael. I am looking forward to seeing that because we saw how good Michael can be when things go well. The bike is getting better, there is a development team behind us. From where the project started in 2019 to where we are now is night and day. I hope we can take advantage of that and get our rewards.”

Michael Galinski (Team Manager Bonovo motion BMW Racing Team): “The team presentation was truly impressive. Many people attended, and it was very interesting at the BMW Motorrad plant and in the BMW Motorrad Welt. It was my first time at the plant itself, and it was fascinating to see the engine department and how all the motorcycles are assembled. It was great to take a behind-the-scenes look and also to present ourselves here as a team. We are very happy with our rider duo. They are two real top riders. Scott is the Vice World Champion, Garrett had a very strong second half of the season last year. Our goal is to move further forward, and with the BMW Motorrad family, this is certainly possible this season. So much manpower has been added that we are really happy now. Of course, we still need a bit of time, but we are confident that we will move forward this year.”

Garrett Gerloff (#31 BMW M 1000 RR, Bonovo motion BMW Racing Team): “It has been exciting. There has been a really cool energy here at Berlin. It’s great to be in Berlin, it’s really nice to see all the amazing people that work here in the plant, that develop and produce the BMW M 1000 RR that we race. So it’s really cool to have the team presentation here. It has been really nice to see Scott, Toprak and Michael and to get together after a couple of months of holidays and seeing family and friends. I can tell that we are all excited to get back on the track and to start testing again. In just over a month we are going to be racing in Australia. Everything is going to happen really fast from here on but I’ve been doing my part to make sure that I am ready for the season and I am excited to get started. I think we have a really good base now. I have one year behind me with BMW Motorrad Motorsport and the Bonovo action BMW Racing Team, so a lot of information and I think we can come up with solutions faster than last year if we do have a problem. It is going to be good to go the every track with a higher potential, and I think it can be a really good season. My goal is to work on qualifying and to be a bit better there and that can help me in the beginning of the races and then at the end of the races, when I am strong, I think we can make some real progress and be up front.”

Toprak Razgatlioglu (#54 BMW M 1000 RR, ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team): “I am very happy to join the BMW Motorrad family. When I arrived at Berlin on Monday and left the airport I was really surprised because everyone spoke Turkish. Also at the plant, there a so many Turkish employees. I am very happy for this. In general, I am very positive. Especially today, there were a lot of people and I understand that a lot of people like me. A lot of people came here to see me, also many Turkish guys, and a lot of them came from very far away. Everyone can’t wait for the season, and that also goes for me. My focus is now on the season. I realized that the people believe in me, but it is important that you believe in your bike. Many people say that the BMW is not ready to fight for the championship but I believe that my bike is ready to fight for wins and the championship. We just need my setup, because my riding style is complete different. When we have this, we can easily fight for the win. Now I am just focusing on the test next week. It is really important for me. I need to adapt to the bike and I believe that we can fight for the podium and the wins this season. I am excited. I signed with BMW but I am also a part of the family. This is something I saw today again and it is great. I will give more than 100 percent, I will try to win with BMW. Everyone is working hard and this is a great extra motivation also for me. If we keep doing this, we will win the World Championship.”

Scott Redding (#45 BMW M 1000 RR, Bonovo motion BMW Racing Team): “It’s good to come here to Berlin. To come into the plant and to see how everything is made is always interesting, seeing the people in action at their work is always good. It’s also very interesting to see where the engines are built and how they do it, so it’s really nice to be here and to witness how everything is made. A launch is also always great, to unveil the colours of the bikes and the suites, together with the team-mates and the teams. Speaking about the coming season, for me it would be nice to have our bike to be more consistently competitive which I think we can do. We’ve had some good changes made and obviously Toprak is coming over. We also have a test team which makes a big difference. I think we are going in the right direction, which is important. It would be nice to stand on the podium again this year and more frequently, and to try to make our bad weekends not so bad and have a good, consistent year.”

Michael van der Mark (#60 BMW M 1000 RR, ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team): “It’s nice to start the season, it’s great to be here in Berlin. We all know that BMW is a big company but we got a nice tour through the plant and I must say that it is really impressive. It was also great to see where they prepare the race engines and I am really ready to start the season. I can’t wait to go testing again, I feel one hundred percent fit, I got a new teammate that seems to be really fast – so I am looking forward to it. Like I said, I am fit again, the bike is getting better and better, Toprak is pushing the project even more and I think we want to win races and be on the podium as soon as possible.”

Dakar 2024: Branch Back At The Top Of The Rankings At The Start Of Stage 6

In the Dakar Rally, there is not any stage that is unimportant. However, Stage Five was of explicit significance to riders operating the 2024 version. Why? Because the outcomes would decide the operating order of the GP class riders in the monster 48-hour marathon known as Stage Six. Rules for Stage Six had GP-class riders operating in reverse order of how they completed in Stage Five.

While Duust Rally Team rider Konrad Dabrowski had mechanical points, it was one more occasion the place you possibly can clearly see the Dakar Spirit on show as he had assist getting his bike again up and operating. 

Adrien Van Beveren thought he had the highest time and would due to this fact be sitting fairly for the beginning of Stage Six, however Pablo Quintanilla swept in to beat Van Beveren’s time by a mere 37 seconds. In all, right here have been the highest 10 outcomes for Stage Five of the 2024 Dakar Rally.

Racer Team Time
Pablo Quintanilla (Chile) Monster Energy Honda Team 1 hour, 32 minutes, 53 seconds
Adrien Van Beveren (France) Monster Energy Honda Team 1 hour, 33 minutes, 30 seconds
Toby Price (Australia) Red Bull KTM Factory Racing 1 hour, 34 minutes, 32 seconds
Daniel Sanders (Australia) Red Bull GasGas Factory Racing 1 hour, 35 minutes, 51 seconds
Mason Klein (USA) Korr Offroad Racing 1 hour, 35 minutes, 54 seconds
Ross Branch (Botswana) Hero Motosports Team Rally 1 hour, 36 minutes, 35 seconds
Ricky Brabec (USA) Monster Energy Honda Team 1 hour, 36 minutes, 41 seconds
Stefan Svitko (Slovakia) Slonaft Rally Team 1 hour, 37 minutes, 03 seconds
Tobias Ebster (Austria) Kini Rally Racing Team 1 hour, 37 minutes, 26 seconds
Skyler Howes (USA) Monster Energy Honda Team 1 hour, 37 minutes, 48 seconds

Incidentally, these outcomes put Hero Motosport rider Ross Branch again on high of the general standings after Stage Five.

The 48-Hour Marathon Loop Of Stage Six: Shubaytah to Shubaytah

The first day of Stage Six has wrapped, however as a result of the stage lasts for 48 hours, no official occasions can be found but. The riders nonetheless have one other day to journey to finish the stage.

Unfortunately for Skyler Howes, a mechanical failure ended his 2024 Dakar Rally effort simply 39 kilometers into the beginning of Stage Six.

 

2024 Dakar Rally Overall Rider Standings After Stage Five

The total leaderboard modified once more after Stage Five, so here is the place we’re at as Stage Six continues.

Racer Team Time
Ross Branch (Botswana) Hero Motosports Team Rally 19 hours, 5 minutes, 03 seconds
José Ignacio Cornejo Florimo (Chile) Monster Energy Honda Team 19 hours, 6 minutes, 17 seconds
Ricky Brabec (USA) Monster Energy Honda Team 19 hours, 8 minutes, 50 seconds
Adrien Van Beveren (France) Monster Energy Honda Team 19 hours, 23 minutes, 13 seconds
Kevin Benavides (Argentina) Red Bull KTM Factory Racing 19 hours, 26 minutes, 20 seconds
Pablo Quintanilla (Chile) Monster Energy Honda Team 19 hours, 31 minutes, 50 seconds
Toby Price (Australia) Red Bull KTM Factory Racing 19 hours, 36 minutes, 39 seconds
Daniel Sanders (Australia) Red Bull GasGas Factory Racing 19 hours, 42 minutes, 47 seconds
Romain Dumontier (France) Team Dumontier Racing 19 hours, 43 minutes, 55 seconds
Martin Michek (Czech Republic) Orion Moto Racing Group 19 hours, 44 minutes, 55 seconds

It’s undoubtedly not the ending that Skyler Howes hoped for on the 2024 Dakar Rally, however the one constant factor about Dakar is that something can (and does) occur. 

We look ahead to seeing what the second day of Stage Six brings, together with the remainder of the 2024 Dakar Rally.

Cool Details About The Honda Prologue EV You Might Have Missed

For the primary time in over 5 years, Honda has introduced a brand new EV for the American market. The Prologue, as they’ve referred to as it, is a mid-sized totally electrical SUV. With trendy styling and a spacious inside, the Prologue is about to compete with the choices of fellow Asian automakers like Kia and Hyundai. The Prologue will sit between the CR-V and Passport by way of measurement inside Honda’s SUV line, and is the obvious flagship of its trendy EV line.

The Prologue represents an thrilling new step in Honda’s American choices because the nation shifts in direction of an EV-heavy market. It is an thrilling new launch for Honda and electrical SUV followers. Here are some fascinating notes you’ll have missed.

In order to provide the most recent and correct data attainable, the information used to compile this text was sourced from producer web sites and different authoritative sources, akin to Car And Driver.

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1 The Prologue EV Will Start At Over $40,000

2024 Honda Prologue
Honda

Honda has not formally introduced a value for the Prologue at this juncture. However, per its web site the base price is listed at “Upper $40,000”. Pricing data is all the time necessary to shoppers, particularly the way it stacks up in opposition to related autos.

Here’s How It Would Stack Up Against Similarly Priced EVs

Model

Starting Price

Hyundai Ioniq 5

$41,650

Kia EV6

$42,600

Toyota bZ4X

$42,000

Subaru Solterra

$45,995

The Prologue is barely costlier than most of its rivals with its base launch value. Honda is positioning its first EV SUV to compete with its fellow Asian automakers in value whereas providing extra vary in comparison with their base mannequin.

2 The Prologue EV Was Designed In Los Angeles

2024 Honda Prologue Exterior
Honda

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For its new American SUV, Honda used an American design studio. Many could not know, however Honda has a design studio in Southern California. The crew that designed the outside and inside of the automotive labored from the LA Studio.

Facts about Honda’s LA Design Studio and their work on the Prologue EV

  • Honda opened the LA Advanced Design Studio in 2012.
  • The LA Studio is certainly one of three within the U.S., with others in Torrance, California, and Raymond, Ohio.
  • The Exterior design chief was Jiro Ikeda who facilitated the cross-collaboration with Japanese designers.
  • Ideka described the design as “neo-rugged”.
  • The LA design crew used VR to assist design the automotive. They stated “By simulating and evaluating colors, materials, and even lighting in a virtual 3D environment we were able to explore possibilities that took styling to a higher level.”

Honda hopes utilizing an American studio will poise the automotive for a robust launch within the American market. The LA Advanced Design Studio used probably the most up-to-date strategies to make sure Honda’s success with this new endeavor.

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3 The Prologue EV Is Based On A GM Platform And Battery

2024 Honda Prologue On The Move
Honda

The Prologue EV would be the first, and probably solely Honda EV ensuing from Honda and GM’s electric partnership. The Prologue shall be primarily based on GM’s Ultim battery and platform.

What we all know in regards to the Honda and GM Collaboration

  • GM and Honda partnered in 2022 in an effort to beat Tesla within the American market.
  • The battery will ship 85.0 kWh and certain 300 miles or extra of vary.
  • The Prologue EV will share a platform with the Equinox EV, Blazer EV, and the Cadillac Lyriq.
  • If efficiency is just like the Blazer, the Ultium platform ought to give the Prologue EV a 0-60 time round 4 seconds.
  • Unfortunately, Honda and GM have scrapped their EV agreement as of October 2023, that means the Prologue EV often is the solely Honda car really produced within the partnership.

As the settlement has been severed, what may have been a decades-long collection of EVs has been decreased to doubtlessly only one. The Prologue could find yourself as a glimpse right into a world that by no means was for the scuttled partnership.

4 Three Different Trim Levels Will Be Available

2024 Honda Prologue
Honda

Honda is about to launch the Prologue in three separate trim levels. At this level, a number of trim ranges are commonplace observe for automakers, and the Prologue is not going to be an exception.

Here’s what we all know in regards to the three Prologue EV trim ranges

  • The three ranges shall be referred to as EX, Touring, and Elite.
  • Blind spot monitoring and Google connection shall be commonplace on all three fashions.
  • Touring and Elite fashions may have entrance and rear parking help.
  • Touring and Elite may have leather-based seats and inside in addition to a Bose sound system.
  • Elite fashions will embrace 21-inch wheels and entry to the “North Shore Pearl” paint colour unique to the trim stage.

Honda has supplied good hands-free and security know-how as commonplace, a win for extra budget-conscious shoppers. The leather-based inside, as all the time, will price a bit additional. However, to make your prologue look pretty much as good because the one within the promo photographs, you may must go for the Elite version.

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5 The Prologue EV Is Slightly Longer Than The Honda Passport

2024 Honda Prologue Rear
Honda

EV SUVs are inclined to have barely completely different dimensions from their inner combustion counterparts. In the case of the Prologue, its width provides it an fascinating look. The wide body makes the Prologue EV reduce an virtually station wagon line regardless of its SUV construct.

Honda Prologue Exterior Dimensions

Length

192 inches

Width

78.3 inches

Height

64.7 inches

Wheelbase

121.8 inches

(Data sourced from Honda)

Here’s some dimensional data on the Prologue EV

  • The Prologue is 192 inches lengthy, which makes it three inches longer than the Honda Passport.
  • The 121.8-inch wheelbase is an identical to the upcoming electrical Acura ZDX.
  • The inside has 136.9 cubic ft of area.
  • The entrance console may have cupholders large enough for 32-ounce cups.

Potential EV patrons shall be blissful to know that the Prologue shall be about as giant as Honda’s second-biggest ICE SUV, the Passport. This squares the Prologue as an choice for folks with households and pets.

6 The Prologue EV Is The Second Honda EV In The American Market

The Clarity EV was the primary one

Blue 2019 Honda Clarity Electric being plugged in to charge
Honda

The Prologue shouldn’t be the primary time Honda has tried to interrupt into the American EV market. The Honda Clarity EV was a completely electrified model of Honda’s hydrogen powered providing. It was obtainable within the US from 2016 to 2019.

Honda Clarity EV shopper data

  • The Clarity EV solely had a spread of 89 miles.
  • The Clarity EV was solely obtainable in California and Oregon.
  • Only obtainable on a three-year lease, American shoppers couldn’t purchase the Clarity EV.
  • The Clarity EV took 3.5 hours to cost on its 240V charger, and nineteen hours on a wall outlet.
  • The EV was succeeded by a Plug-In Hybrid model of the Clarity.

Honda hopes the brand new Prologue doesn’t have the identical reception because the Clarity. With the restricted vary and lease-only choice, the Clarity was not a very fashionable EV within the U.S. Plus, it was solely obtainable in two states, whereas Honda plans to launch the Prologue EV nationwide.

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7 Single- And Dual Motor Versions Will Be Available

Blue 2024 Honda Prologue
Honda

As with trim choices, the Prologue may have motor choices as properly. As an SUV, Honda gives a twin motor choice to offer all-wheel energy and off-roading functionality. For the extra budget-conscious, or those who do not plan on leaving the tarmac, there may be the entrance motor model of the automotive as properly.

Prologue Motor Information

  • Honda has referred to as the entrance motor choice “2WD” and the twin motor choice “AWD”.
  • The AWD choice may have 295 horsepower.
  • Honda has but to announce what the value enhance shall be past the “Upper $40,000” base for the AWD choice.

As a usually consumer-friendly model, Honda is providing options to make the Prologue EV attractive to extra shoppers. Those who need some further energy and typical SUV functionality can go for the dual-motor AWD choice. Those who simply take the youngsters to highschool and put groceries at the back of their SUV can go for the entrance motor 2WD.

8 The Platform Will Also Be Shared With The Acura ZDX

Blue Acura ZDX
Acura

Not to be outdone, Honda is releasing a luxurious electrical EV by means of its Acura model, referred to as the ZDX. The ZDX will share the GM Ultim platform with the Prologue EV. The ZDX would be the first-ever Acura EV.

How the ZDX stacks up with the Prologue

  • The base value of the ZDX is anticipated to be $60,000, about $15,000 greater than the Prologue.
  • The ZDX may have two trim ranges (The A-Spec and the Type S) vs the Prologue EV’s three.
  • The twin motor ZDX may have extra horsepower than the AWD Prologue, 340 vs 295.
  • The ZDX Type S is a Sport mannequin with 500 horsepower, priced at $70,000
  • Despite having the identical wheelbase, the ZDX is even longer than the Prologue at 197.7 inches in size.

As the primary luxurious EV out of the Honda/Acura model, the ZDX is made to shine. With an even bigger price ticket than its youthful cousin, it affords extra energy and even a Sport choice. As it usually does with Acura fashions, Honda has made an upgraded SUV with the identical platform.

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9 The Prologue EV Has More Than Three Times The Range Of Honda’s Clarity EV

2024 Honda Prologue Offroad
Honda

The Clarity EV was Honda’s first EV in the American market, and it was not successful. The primary purpose for that was its extraordinarily restricted vary of 89 miles. Even in 2016 when it was launched, this was a low mileage quantity for EV sedans. Honda hopes to proper this flawed with the Prologue, succeeding the place the Clarity failed.

The Clarity vs the Prologue.

  • The Clarity was a mid-sized sedan with solely 89 miles of vary, The Prologue ought to have over 300 miles of vary
  • The Prologue has extra vary than its rivals (by about 100 miles vs Kia, Hyundai, Toyota, and Subaru’s EV SUVs), whereas the Clarity EV had about the identical vary as rivals just like the Nissan Leaf and considerably much less vary than the Tesla Model 3, which got here out in the course of the Clarity EV’s manufacturing run.

Honda has clearly realized some good classes from the Clarity’s flop. As it stands the Prologue EV is about to be a superior choice by way of vary and measurement in opposition to the same electrical choices within the American market. Hopefully, Honda could make their subsequent electrical sedan match this invoice as properly.

10 An 11.3-inch Touchscreen Comes As Standard Across The Board

Interior of a 2024 Honda Prologue
Honda

The Prologue is not simply trendy on the outside, however within the inside as properly. Also designed by the Los Angeles crew, Honda was in a position to carry a mixture of outdated and new kinds to the inside as properly. The spotlight of this design effort is the 11.3 inch touchscreen commonplace on all Prologue EVs.

The Prologue’s inside options

  • Below the large contact display are bodily buttons for local weather management, which ought to relieve old-school drivers, as not each management within the automotive has turn out to be a contact button simply but.
  • The dashboard has additionally been changed with a big LED display, and an 11-inch gauge readout to enhance the middle display.
  • The inside boasts trendy darkish styling with gray and silver accents, a method that may look good within the metropolis, and in addition take the grime and dirt of the nation properly for many who need to get probably the most out of their SUV’s capabilities.
  • The column-mounted shifter leaves an enormous aircraft of area under the display to carry regardless of the driver and passenger want.

The time and power put into the Prologue EV present not simply within the inside however in the entire manufacturing of the car. Honda, with the expertise of the Clarity EV’s stumble, and with a vision to electrify all its cars by 2040 has planted its proverbial flag within the sand right here with the Prologue EV.

A good-looking, functional mid-sized SUV, with higher specs than its rivals, all at a good value. EV makers within the American market are now not taking part in in a small area, corporations like Honda have introduced their profitable concepts of straightforward high quality and performance at a good value to the electrical world, and everyone seems to be on discover.

Tried And Tested: Gerbing Heated Jacket Liner Review

Gerbing Heated Clothing has been offering cold-weather gear for the higher a part of 5 many years, since its inception in 1975. From its humble begin as a aspect challenge for an aeronautical engineering machine store, this marque has grown into an trade chief within the heated clothes subject. It now presents neck-to-toe protection with its wind-resistant supplies and Microwire know-how that delivers tuneable heating over varied zones for max consolation.

I rode with the Gerbing Heated Jacket Liner – 12V Motorcycle product and the dual-zone controller that plugs right into a harness put in on the bike’s battery. A single-zone controller is offered in case you simply need the jacket liner with out the heated pants liner. A battery pack is offered that powers the jacket liner for a few hours in case you select to not set up the battery pigtail.

It’s onerous to place a value on an prolonged driving season — maybe prolonged to year-round in lots of instances — or the consolation that correct driving gear can present, however on this case, the value is correct on the $250 mark for the jacket liner. Even with out the warmers turned on with the digital controller, the windbreak impact alone is sufficient to deal with a low-grade chill to present it some intrinsic climate safety. It’s additionally manufactured from rip-stop nylon with good water resistance, so it would prevent in case you get caught out in mild rain, although correct rain gear remains to be most popular.

To provide the most real and unbiased assessment doable, each product we assessment is examined day by day all through the conventional course of day-to-day life for a interval of a minimum of one week.

TJ wearing the Gerbing heated jacket liner
Gerbing Heated Jacket Liner – 12V

Expert Opinion: I fairly preferred the Gerbing jacket. It was mild to the purpose of non-existence, as unbulky as one might hope for, and it is nonetheless fairly priced at two and a half payments. Even with out the facility turned on, the windbreak impact alone goes a good distance towards enhancing consolation on chilly rides. It matches properly, even with my toolshed, and the sizing appears to be spot on.

Materials
Ripstop nylon
Available Sizes
XS – 4XL
Color
Black
Pros

  • Quality snug construct
  • Plenty sizzling for extreme chilly
  • Robust sizing chart for exact measurement management
Cons

  • Needs extra elastic on the wrist and waist
  • No exterior heated pockets
  • The interior zipper flap might go all the way in which down

Gerbing Heated Jacket Liner First Impressions

Upon first dealing with the jacket, I received the impression that it was a well-made product. I did not discover any unfastened threads, crooked seams or another blemishes. It’s light-weight and matches me properly, plus it lies underneath my driving jacket with much less bulk than anticipated, actually much less bulk than the same old layers I pile on for cold-weather driving. It additionally has a reasonably impartial scent with no sturdy perfumes or plastic smells, so it should not trouble people who find themselves delicate to chemical scents.

How It Feels When Riding

The liner has a liner of its personal, and it is silky to the contact, which may be very snug, even in high-mobility areas. It resists bunching whenever you transfer, which is a pleasant characteristic. Riding in temperatures as little as 36 levels F, I solely needed to set the controller to 4 of 9 doable ranges to be snug, and that is at interstate speeds. My driving jacket has a mesh lining with pockets that maintain the armor plates and the outer shell is cloth, so in case your jacket is leather-based with much less air infiltration, you most likely will not must set it that top. My bike has a standard-esque rider’s triangle, and I felt no binding or resistance to motion as I went by means of the same old vary of motions related to dealing with my machine. With a short-sleeve layer beneath it on one in all my rides, my naked arms made direct contact with the heated liner. It by no means felt low-cost or plasticky, and it did not persist with my arms. Overall, it feels fairly snug during which to journey.

Quality Is Apparent With Good Fabric and Robust Hardware

TJ putting on the Gerbing heated jacket liner
Allyn Hinton | TopSpeed

Based on the standard of the stitching, the texture of the supplies, and general efficiency, I anticipate this piece of kit will stand the take a look at of time. The electrical wires are properly insulated for long-wearing service, plus the plugs are beefy and straightforward to govern, even with gloves on. A strong zipper closes the liner with an over-flap that forestalls air from penetrating by means of the zipper on the chest degree for some additional built-in safety. The electrical controller additionally feels beefy and substantial with a little bit extra heft than you’d suppose by simply it. It rocks twin zone-control knobs that allow you to dial in for consolation and helps a pants’ liner, which itself helps heated foot gear, and likewise gloves for full protection.

Ample Warmth In The Places You Most Need It

TJ wearing the Gerbing heated jacket liner under his riding jacket
Allyn Hinton | TopSpeed

As a windbreak, the Heated Jacket Liner appears to be almost absolute with its resistance to the driving air at pace. The protection extends to the helmet by means of a tall standing collar with its personal warmth zone that additionally acts as a windbreak. I stayed comfortable whereas underneath approach however received a tad heat at longer purple lights. Gerbing anticipated this and presents a controller that screens the temps on the warmth zones and routinely moderates in keeping with consumer settings when unplugged and strolling round. I used to be good and toasty, although in full disclosure, my driving jacket has tender armor inserts that take in the warmth and provides it again when unplugged, so your expertise could also be a skosh totally different relying in your gear. Also, in case you put on a backpack, your again will likely be hotter than the remainder of you as a result of insulation the pack gives mendacity in your again. This might be an excellent factor when correctly managed, because it seems.

No Annoying Swish-Swish Under Your Jacket When Underway

TJ putting on the Gerbing heated jacket liner
Allyn Hinton | TopSpeed

Since it is an underlayer, it isn’t meant to be an outer shell, so depart that to your traditional gear. As such, there isn’t any wind noise related to this product. It wasn’t noisy by means of friction both as soon as my jacket was on, however with out it, it has that nylon “swoosh” as my arms swing. Not a dealbreaker by any means. It’s additionally quiet the place the collar meets the padding on the backside of my helmet.

Ideal For Cold-Weather Riding

Naturally, loads is determined by the local weather in a selected space, however as an instance I’d put on it from Fall by means of Spring right here on the Gulf Coast, which is to say something from round 65 levels F all the way down to freezing. Since we do not get ice and snow right here to hinder journey on the roads, the liner makes year-round driving fairly snug. It’s nice for cool nights that may sneak up on you nearly any time of 12 months, and because it is not cumbersome, it will not displace a lot room in a saddlebag or tour pack, so there isn’t any excuse for leaving dwelling with out it. You may put on it as a windbreak even when it is not fairly chilly sufficient for the warmers. One factor is for certain, you’ll be able to nearly all the time rely on it being colder on the again of that bike than you suppose it’s, as a result of 20-degree wind-chill issue added when underway.

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Fit, Comfort, and Sizing Recommendation

TJ wearing the Gerbing heated jacket liner
Allyn Hinton | TopSpeed

I’m not the simplest to measurement for, however the 2XL matches properly. It’s giant sufficient across the center with out being too lengthy within the torso or sleeves. It actually hits the sizing candy spot for me. However, some individuals could discover the neck too large and the torso too lengthy, so go a measurement smaller in case you suppose your physique/construct could fall into this class. You need the shell to suit near the physique and never be dishevelled.

This product is rip-stop nylon outdoors and Taffeta lining inside with micro-sized stainless-steel fibers encased in a proprietary waterproof insulator for corrosion management. The plastic YKK zipper is likewise corrosion-proof.

Gerbing Heated Jacket Liner Sizing Chart

Unisex Sizing Chart

Size

XS

S

M

L

XL

2XL

3XL

4XL

Sleeve Length

32″

33″

34″

35″

36″

37″

38″

39″

Chest

33″ – 35″

36″ – 38″

39″ – 41″

42″ – 44″

45″ – 48″

49″ – 52″

53″ – 56″

57″ – 60″

Waist

28″ – 29″

30″ – 31″

32″ – 33″

34″ – 36″

38″ – 40″

42″ – 44″

46″ – 48″

50″ – 52″

Hips

33″ – 35″

35″ – 37″

38″ – 40″

41″ – 43″

44″ – 46″

47″ – 49″

50″ – 52″

53″ – 55″

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Gerbing Heated Jacket Liner Competition

Gerbing is not alone on this sector, removed from it, so it wasn’t a shock to seek out related merchandise from Hotwired and Volt Heat. Each has its strengths and weaknesses and is pretty properly established on this explicit area of interest. Both are additionally within the ballpark so far as options and value.

Gerbing Heated Jacket Liner Vs. Hotwired 12-Volt Bluetooth Heated Jacket Liner

  • TJ wearing the Gerbing heated jacket liner
    Gerbing Heated Jacket Liner – 12V

    Expert Opinion: I fairly preferred the Gerbing jacket. It was mild to the purpose of non-existence, as unbulky as one might hope for, and it is nonetheless fairly priced at two and a half payments. Even with out the facility turned on, the windbreak impact alone goes a good distance towards enhancing consolation on chilly rides. It matches properly, even with my toolshed, and the sizing appears to be spot on.

    Materials
    Ripstop nylon
    Available Sizes
    XS – 4XL
    Color
    Black
    Pros

    • Quality snug construct
    • Plenty sizzling for extreme chilly
    • Robust sizing chart for exact measurement management
    Cons

    • No knit cuffs on the wrist and waist
    • No exterior heated pockets
    • The interior zipper flap might go all the way in which down
  • Hotwired 12v Bluetooth Heated Jacket Liner
    Hotwired 12V Bluetooth Heated Jacket Liner

    Expert Opinion: The Hotwired 12-Volt Bluetooth Heated Jacket Liner struggles in colder climate, and with warmth distribution, leaving it with a heat aspect and a chilly aspect on the torso heaters. Not beneficial if driving under 40 levels F. Beyond that, it hits most of the identical design factors because the Gerbing liner.

    Materials
    nylon
    Available Sizes
    XS – 3XL
    Color
    Black
    Pros

    • More budget-friendly value
    • Effective and cozy
    • Carbon-fiber filaments for light-weight warmth
    Cons

    • Compatibility points with different manufacturers
    • Low general warmth
    • Uneven warmth distribution

Hotwired makes a 12-Volt Bluetooth Heated Jacket Liner with a nylon outer shell and carbon-fiber heating parts. The manufacturing facility claims the Bluetooth management will work with each Apple and Android units, although up to now there have been some complaints in regards to the App and its Android compatibility. A complete of six heating zones hits all the identical main areas because the Gerbing, however the built-in temperature management has solely three presets whereas the App unlocks a complete of 10 settings. The wrist has a good, stretchy knit cuff that makes it straightforward to slide into gauntlet-style gloves. Sizing appears to run a tad on the small aspect, so make sure you measurement up if you’re near the scale break.

Gerbing Heated Jacket Liner Vs. Volt Heat MOTO-12V Heated Jacket Liner

  • TJ wearing the Gerbing heated jacket liner
    Gerbing Heated Jacket Liner – 12V

    Expert Opinion: I fairly preferred the Gerbing jacket. It was mild to the purpose of non-existence, as unbulky as one might hope for, and it is nonetheless fairly priced at two and a half payments. Even with out the facility turned on, the windbreak impact alone goes a good distance towards enhancing consolation on chilly rides. It matches properly, even with my toolshed, and the sizing appears to be spot on.

    Materials
    Ripstop nylon
    Available Sizes
    XS – 4XL
    Color
    Black
    Pros

    • Quality snug construct
    • Plenty sizzling for extreme chilly
    • Robust sizing chart for exact measurement management
    Cons

    • No cuffs on the wrist and waist
    • No exterior heated pockets
    • The interior zipper flap might go all the way in which down
  • Volt 12V Moto heated jacket
    Volt Heat MOTO-12V Heated Jacket Liner

    Expert Opinion: The Volt MOTO-12V Heated Jacket Liner hit all the main excessive notes, however falls quick by one heated zone for barely much less granular management. It now has suitable pants and socks to finish the ensemble. The knit cuffs assist stop cold-air intrusion as properly, even when shifting your arms.

    Materials
    Rip-stop nylon
    Available Sizes
    S – 2XL
    Color
    Black
    Pros

    • Separate jacket and glove zone controls
    • Hand-warmer pockets
    • Excellent guarantee
    Cons

    • Slightly bulkier than the Gerbing
    • One much less warmth zone
    • Limited measurement availability

Volt Heat places collectively a good product with the identical form of multi-zone heating because the Gerbing, and the identical form of digital, dual-zone controller as properly. It has knit cuffs at each the wrists and the waist to stop cold-air intrusion at these factors. Overall, this jacket meets the Gerbing when the mercury drops to ship consolation, even down previous the freezing level when you have the nerve for it. Volt makes use of a triple-layer construct that has a windbreak shell and a heated layer with insulation in between to maintain the chilly out and the warmth in.

Is The Gerbing Heated Jacket Liner The Right Jacket Liner For You?

This product has the potential to be a recreation changer for cold-weather driving, particularly when used along side their pants and gauntlets. It permits you to gear up for the chilly, with minimal bulk, and permits for a variety of temps with its controller with none annoying relayering concerned. If it pursuits you to journey in consolation when others have parked their bikes for the season, this might very properly be the precise jacket liner for you.

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Nissan Celebrates Its ninetieth Anniversary With JDM Specials

Nissan marks its 90th birthday with 5 particular editions in Japan, and McLaren switches to a build-to-order system within the US and Canada.

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Nissan Marks 90th Anniversary With Five Special Editions

Nissan was based on December 26, 1933, which implies the corporate is just days away from turning the venerable age of 90. To mark the vital milestone, the “90th Anniversary” assortment is being launched in Japan. It contains no fewer than 5 fashions: Sakura electrical kei automotive, Leaf electrical hatchback, Note and Note Aura hybrid hatches, and the Serena minivan. Sadly, the extra thrilling Z and GT-R will not be included on this group.

The automobiles share an assortment of copper and black physique accents, together with darkish wheels and extra of that copper contained in the cabin. Nissan can be providing hood decals as a dealer-installed choice. You may also order completely different flooring mats embroidered with “90th Anniversary” together with different miscellaneous objects like a particular license plate body.