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Turkish Police Force Has An Insane $3.5-Million Fleet Of Seized Performance Cars

Step apart, Dubai PD, there is a new overseas police pressure with a fleet of efficiency vehicles. A dramatic hype video posted to X (previously Twitter) by Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya reveals greater than two dozen sports activities vehicles, supercars, and SUVs assembled collectively after being seized over the weekend by the Turkish Police Department and remodeled into police cruisers.

The police impounded 23 automobiles in whole. They vary from high-end luxurious vehicles just like the Bentley Continental GT and Porsche Taycan to efficiency vehicles just like the Ferrari 458 and Volkswagen Golf R. There are even a handful of luxurious SUVs just like the Range Rover Sport and the Mercedes-Benz GLS. The whole worth is estimated to be round USD $3.5 million (100 million Turkish Liras).

According to the Daily Telegraph, the vehicles got here from a single drug trafficker named Hakan Ayik. Ayik was the chief of the Comanchero Motorcycle gang based mostly in Australia and had an estimated fortune of someplace within the neighborhood of $1 billion. He and 36 of his associates had been arrested in Istanbul final month.

Turkish Interior Minister Yerlikaya mentioned of the arrest on X: “As a results of the profitable operations carried out by our Istanbul Police Department in opposition to organized crime organizations, 23 automobiles had been seized. Following the court docket choice, these automobiles had been handed over to our police.”

 

The vehicles will likely be utilized by site visitors police in Turkey transferring ahead, so do not plan on rushing by Istanbul anytime quickly.

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CFMoto Introduces the 450 NK in the Philippines

CFMoto, a Chinese motorcycle brand, has made its debut in the international market by launching its new naked sport bike, the 450 NK, in the Philippines. This model has gained significant popularity in China since its release in June 2023, and now it is being introduced to the Philippine market as a replacement for the popular 400 NK.

The 450 NK is a major upgrade in terms of style, performance, and generation compared to its predecessor in the Southeast Asian region. CFMoto Philippines, in partnership with MotoStrada, is also promoting this launch event as a “Global Launch” for the brand.

Prior to the 450 NK, CFMoto had been selling its 400 NK and 650 NK models in the Philippines. However, with the introduction of the 800 NK, the brand expressed its commitment to advancing the NK lineup to the next level.

The new naked sport bike, based on the 450 SR (also known as the 450 SS outside of China), shares its engine, geometry, and frame with the sport bike. It directly competes with Japanese rivals like the Kawasaki Z400, Honda CB500F, and the KTM 390 Duke. CFMoto aims to establish itself as a strong competitor in this segment.

Compared to its bigger brother, the 800 NK, the design of the 450 NK is reminiscent. It features a new headlight, aggressive fairings, a bold color scheme, and a similar tail concept to the 300 and 450 SS models. The overall design of the 450 NK has been proportionally adjusted to match its smaller size.


CFMoto 450 NK Philippine Launch

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The 450 NK shares a parallel-twin engine with its larger sibling, the 800 NK, which delivers impressive power and performance. It is equipped with a 270-degree crankshaft and can generate 46.9 horsepower and 39 Newton meters of torque, complying with the European A2 license restriction. The engine has a displacement of 449cc and is paired with a six-speed transmission featuring a slipper clutch.

In terms of dimensions, the 450 NK measures 2,000mm in length, 810mm in width, and 1,130mm in height. It has a short wheelbase of 1,370mm, providing agile handling. The seat height is set at a rider-friendly 31.2 inches (795mm). The bike weighs 165kg (363.7 pounds) and is equipped with CST CM-S1 sport tires, with a 110/70/R17 front tire and a 150/60/R17 rear tire.

For suspension, the 450 NK is equipped with KYB upside-down telescopic forks at the front and a central mono-shock at the rear. Braking is ensured by a 320mm single disc with a J.Juan four-piston caliper upfront and a 220mm single disc with a single-piston caliper at the rear. The motorcycle also features standard anti-lock brakes and traction control for enhanced safety.

CFMoto offers the 450 NK in three color options: Zephyr Blue, Nebula Black, and Nebula White. The price for this model in the Philippines is 262,800 PHP, which is approximately $4,650 USD.