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VAUXHALL INCREASES SALES VOLUME BY 48% IN LATEST SMMT FIGURES

  • Vauxhall’s complete gross sales quantity for automobiles and vans will increase by 48.4% over January final 12 months, in a market that was up by 8%
  • Mokka Electric continues to steer gross sales within the electrical B-SUV phase
  • Vauxhall is the third best-selling LCV producer within the UK
  • By the top of 2024, all Vauxhall automobiles and vans shall be accessible with a totally electrical model

Vauxhall continued its sturdy UK gross sales efficiency in January, growing its complete gross sales quantity by virtually 50% in comparison with final 12 months, in accordance the most recent new automobile and van registration figures printed as we speak by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

10,743 Vauxhall automobiles and vans had been registered in January, a rise of 48.4% in a market that was up 8%. Vauxhall’s general market share has elevated by 1.73 share factors in comparison with final 12 months, rising to six.42%.

The Mokka Electric was the best-selling electrical B-SUV in January with 606 registered, whereas the Mokka, in petrol guise, was the third best-selling B-SUV, with 2,272 registrations. Vauxhall’s passenger automobile market share in January has elevated by 1.85 share factors in comparison with final 12 months, rising to five.83%. This represents 8,327 automobile registrations within the month – a 59% improve in a market that noticed passenger automobile volumes improve by 8% general.

Vauxhall’s share of the LCV market additionally elevated by 1 share level in comparison with final 12 months, rising to 9.85% with 2,416 registrations in January – making Vauxhall the third best-selling LCV producer within the UK.

James Taylor, Managing Director, Vauxhall, mentioned: “Vauxhall’s continued sales growth is testament to our commitment to offering accessible electric mobility, as demonstrated through our Electric Streets of Britain initiative to progress the UK’s on-street charging infrastructure. These figures represent a strong start to the year for the brand, and we look forward to delivering more practical and attainable vehicles for our customers, especially those who are looking to make the transition to electric cars and vans.”

For extra particulars on Vauxhall’s marketing campaign to enhance on-street electrical automobile charging, go to www.electricstreets.co.uk

  

Cake Motorcycles Files For Bankruptcy In Sweden: Report

It’s been a tough time for Cake Motorcycles recently.

In January 2024, we reported a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration safety recall on some Cake Kalk dual sport motorcycles with battery cells that could potentially catch fire. At the time the recall was reported, Cake’s documentation mentioned that its plan was to have alternative batteries out there to affected prospects later down the road in 2024.

While we will not say for positive that plan will not work out, we can say that issues look decidedly murkier than they may have final month.

On February 1, 2024, a number of Swedish enterprise information retailers reported that Cake Motorcycles is within the technique of submitting for chapter. RideApart has reached out to Cake Motorcycles for remark and can replace this piece with any response we obtain.

Cake x Vattenfall - Cleanest Dirt Bike Ever

Cake x Vattenfall: Cleanest Dirt Bike Ever undertaking, which the 2 firms started collectively pursuing in 2022.

What Went Wrong?

Multiple elements added up directly, in response to what Cake CEO Stefan Ytterborn instructed the Swedish monetary newspaper Dagens Industri. The most up-to-date blow got here within the type of failed negotiations for Cake’s most up-to-date spherical of funding, which apparently fell by means of utterly on January 31, 2024.

Fellow Swedish enterprise publication Breakit reported on January 24, 2024 that Cake’s monetary state of affairs was so dire that it could not pay salaries for its roughly 139 workers.

“It is not one but several circumstances that have caused us to end up in this situation. Climate issues are no longer in focus, we are in a recession. It’s about us, but it’s also about the venture capital ecosystem. At the moment it is completely dead, there are no takers in the later phase Cake is in,” Ytterborn instructed DI.

One of these elements, in response to Ytterborn, was the belief which you can’t count on folks to pay 40,000 Swedish Krona (that is about $3,811 USD at present conversion charges) for one thing on-line that they have not ridden. The firm’s preliminary direct-to-consumer web site gross sales plan, he mentioned, could be extra probably to attract buyer curiosity if they’d higher alternatives for check rides. 

By 2023, there have been a better variety of client (not enterprise fleet) gross sales, thanks partially to creating the bikes extra accessible for check rides of their current markets. Still, the corporate bought round 6,000 bikes final yr in complete. It estimates that it will not obtain profitability till it could possibly promote 7,500 to 10,000 bikes a yr, on the very least.

Cake reportedly additionally has six completely different share courses for traders, with differing guidelines about which courses get dividends earlier than different courses. This disincentivizes potential shareholders from wanting to affix a decrease class that’s much less more likely to obtain dividends.

Swedish Companies Registration Office Confirms The Filing

Cake Motorcycles Bankruptcy Proceedings Initiated - Swedish Companies Registration Office Screenshot captured February 2, 2024

Cake Motorcycles Bankruptcy Proceedings Initiated – Swedish Companies Registration Office Screenshot captured on February 2, 2024

A public data search reveals that chapter proceedings for Cake formally started in Sweden on February 1, 2024. It’s not but clear how this story will play out, as a result of the proceedings are nonetheless in progress.

What we are able to let you know is that DI studies six entities as the most important shareholders within the firm. They are:

Shareholder Percentage of Cake Motorcycles Owned
AMF (Swedish pension firm) 11.3%
Stefan Ytterborn, Cake CEO 10.4%
Creandum (Swedish enterprise capital firm) 10.4%
Back in Black Capital 9.3%
Headline (American VC agency) 9.2%
Rutger Arnhult 6.4%

For a radical rundown of the corporate’s financials, together with its losses, the DI piece is value a learn (keep in mind, we’re RideApart, not FinanceApart).

At the time of writing, Cake has but to difficulty any official assertion relating to any of this information. The most up-to-date official assertion out there on Cake’s web site was posted on January 25, 2024, and regards the corporate’s proud announcement of a brand new distribution community for its bikes within the Czech Republic.

RideApart will proceed to report any info we study, together with any official statements from Cake as they come up.

Car Launches & Model Year Updates We Saw In January 2024

Major launches in January embody facelifts from Kia and Hyundai, together with an all-new EV from Tata

In January 2024, a plethora of recent launches happened from manufacturers equivalent to Hyundai, Kia, Tata, Mercedes-Benz, and even Porsche. In addition, a number of automakers—Renault, Mahindra, and Land Rover—launched MY24 (mannequin 12 months) updates for his or her current merchandise. Let’s delve into the main points of all the brand new fashions and facelifts launched in the course of the month of January.

Kia Sonet Facelift

Price Range: Rs 7.99 lakh to Rs 15.69 lakh

Kia Sonet facelift

The series of launches for the 2024 started off with the Kia Sonet facelift. This up to date model boasts a refreshed look and incorporates a variety of recent options, together with the extent 1 superior driver help system (ADAS) security expertise. 

The main highlights embody a ten.25-inch touchscreen infotainment show, a ten.25-inch digital driver’s show, and a 4-way powered driver seat.The Sonet now additionally options six airbags throughout all variants, whereas the top-spec trim doesn’t additionally include a 360-degree digicam. Kia has additionally reintroduced the choice of a guide transmission for the diesel variant of the Sonet. 

Hyundai Creta Facelift

Price Range: Rs 11 lakh to Rs 20.15 lakh

2024 Hyundai Creta

Another a lot awaited model which received the mid life update last month is the Hyundai Creta. This compact SUV from Hyundai has undergone intensive design adjustments each in and out, accompanied by a variety of recent options. The 2024 Creta boasts facilities equivalent to twin 10.25-inch screens (one for the infotainment and one for the motive force’s show), dual-zone AC, an 8-speaker Bose sound system, and a panoramic sunroof. The Creta’s security is enhanced by the inclusion of superior driver help techniques (ADAS).

The up to date Creta now additionally comes with the selection of a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine (160 PS / 253 Nm) mated to a 7-speed twin clutch transmission (DCT).

Tata Punch EV

Price Range: Rs 10.99 lakh to Rs 15.49 lakh

Tata introduced the Punch EV as the most recent member of its all-electric lineup. The electrical Punch will get an up to date fascia and extra options over its common ICE (inside combustion engine) counterpart. The Tata Punch EV is the primary electrical car from Tata to be primarily based on the Acti.ev platform.

The Punch EV is provided with a ten.25-inch touchscreen infotainment with wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a ten.25-inch digital driver’s show, an air air purifier, ventilated entrance seats, and a sunroof. On the protection entrance, it will get six airbags, a 360-degree digicam, digital stability management (ESC), and an digital parking brake with auto maintain. Tata is providing the Punch EV in each 25 kWh medium vary and 35 kWh lengthy vary battery pack choices, providing a variety of as much as 421 km.

Land Rover Range Rover Evoque Facelift

Price: Rs 67.90 lakh

2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

Land Rover gave a minor makeover to its entry-level Range Rover SUV, the Evoque. Following the facelift, the entry-level Range Rover SUV is now extra reasonably priced by over Rs 5 lakh. The updates embody delicate design adjustments and the addition of a brand new 11.4-inch curved touchscreen infotainment show.

It will get two powertrain choices: a 2-litre turbo-petrol engine and a 2-litre diesel engine. Both models are mated to a 9-speed computerized transmission that delivers energy to all 4 wheels.

Mercedes-Benz GLA Facelift

Price Range: Rs 50.50 lakh to Rs 56.90 lakh

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA

The Mercedes-Benz GLA facelift made its international debut in mid 2023, and it’s lastly launched in India last month. The updates on the GLA facelift are delicate, and it additionally will get some important characteristic updates, which incorporates an up to date 10.25-inch infotainment system which now helps wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

The 2024 GLA is being provided with the identical powertrain choices as earlier than, together with a 1.3-litre turbo-petrol and a 2-litre diesel engine The latter comes with all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain. 

Mercedes-Benz GLS Facelift

Price Range: Rs 1.32 Crore to Rs 1.37 Crore

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS

Another facelift launched by Mercedes-Benz final month was the updated GLS SUV. The refreshed GLS now sports activities a extra rugged look and consists of minor cabin updates with extra options. Notable highlights comprise twin 12.3-inch screens (MBUX infotainment show and digital driver’s show), 5-zone local weather management, a 13-speaker Burmester 3D sound system, ambient lighting, a powered tailgate, and a panoramic sunroof.

The facelifted GLS SUV is obtainable with both a 3-litre 6-cylinder turbo-petrol or a 3-litre 6-cylinder diesel engine, each outfitted with an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain as customary.

Porsche Macan EV

Price: Rs 1.65 Crore (Macan Turbo)

Porsche Macan EV

Porsche introduced its second all-electric model in India in the form of Macan EV, which can be the model’s first pure electrical SUV. The bookings for the Macan EV are open, whereas its deliveries are scheduled to start from the second half of 2024. The Macan EV will likely be provided in two variants: Macan 4 and Macan Turbo, and the worth for the Macan 4 is but to be introduced.

The electrical Macan utilises a 100 kWh battery pack, out of which 95 kWh is usable. It comes with two powertrain choices providing a WLTP claimed vary of as much as 613 km.

Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 Facelift

Price: Rs 1.85 Crore

2024 Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 Coupe

Mercedes Benz also facelifted the sportier version of the GLE SUV, the Mercedes-AG GLE 53 Coupe. The facelifted AMG SUV has acquired up to date lighting setup and two new exterior paint choices, whereas the cabin has acquired minor tweaks like new AMG-specific upholstery and inside theme choices.

It is powered by a 3-litre 6 cylinder twin cylinder petrol engine (435 PS / 560 Nm) mated to a 9-speed computerized transmission. The unit comes mated to a 48V delicate hybrid setup which affords an extra increase of 20 PS and 200 Nm.

All costs are ex-showroom

MY24 (Model Year) Updates

2024 Renault Kwid

  • Renault Kwid, Kiger, And Triber: Renault has rolled out updates for its entire lineup in 2024, enhancing options and implementing worth reductions throughout all fashions. The Kwid now boasts an 8-inch touchscreen system, whereas the Triber inherits a 7-inch digital driver’s show from the Kiger. Notably, the Kiger now will get options like robotically foldable ORVMs and an computerized AC. Additionally, the turbo variants include red-painted brake callipers.

Mahindra XUV400 EV Front

  • Mahindra XUV400 EV: As a part of the mannequin 12 months replace, Mahindra replaced the earlier trims of the XUV400 EV with new Pro variants: EC Pro and EL Pro. With the replace, the XUV400 EV acquired an up to date dashboard, new steering wheel, and new options equivalent to a much bigger 10.25-inch touchscreen, a ten.25-inch digital driver’s show, new local weather management panel which options dual-zone AC, and rear AC vents. 

2024 Mahindra XUV700

  • Mahindra XUV700: Mahindra also updated its flagship SUV, the XUV700 EV, with new options and seating configuration. The three-row Mahindra SUV now will get the choice of 6-seater structure with captain seats within the center row, out there with the top-spec AX7 and AX7L variants. The XUV700 additionally acquired new options equivalent to ventilated entrance seats, and the motive force’s seat reminiscence operate now additionally helps you to save the positioning of the ORVMs. Lastly, Mahindra additionally launched a brand new Napoli Black exterior paint choice with the XUV700.

2024 Land Rover Discovery Sport

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DuPont Registry Group Acquires Part Of Miami Concours In The World-Class Miami Design District

MIAMI, January 26, 2024 –  duPont REGISTRY Group (DRG) is worked up to announce it’s becoming a member of the Miami Design District as a part of the possession of the Miami Concours, a three-day exhibition of essentially the most important luxurious vehicles proven in one of many world’s most unique neighborhoods. Led by the Co-Founders of The Concours Group and Miami Design District, the Miami Concours has created a brand new breed of automotive present on the intersection of design, automotive excellence, and luxurious life-style. 

This alliance with duPont REGISTRY Group precedes the Miami Concours’ seventh present within the Design District, titled “Design Driven: The Intersection of Auto, Art and Fashion,” which runs from February 16-18, 2024.

The Miami Design District has grown into probably the most lauded neighborhoods within the United States, combining luxurious retail, artwork galleries, museums, design shops, and eating places, all inside an architecturally wealthy context. It is dwelling to greater than 200 luxurious manufacturers’ flagship shops, together with Bulgari, Dior, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Balenciaga; extra Michelin-starred eating places than some other neighborhood within the metropolis, and two internationally important museums, the ICA Miami and the de la Cruz Collection. The Miami Design District was based by Craig Robins and is owned by Robins’ firm, Dacra in partnership with L Catterton and Brookfield Properties. 

“We are excited to join forces with duPont REGISTRY, which has been an essential presence in the lives of luxury car lovers for almost four decades,” says Robins. “And the Miami Concours is an incredible platform for presenting some of the most coveted rarities in automobile history. Each year, this weekend unites the community and devout car enthusiasts worldwide to appreciate remarkable craftsmanship. I can’t imagine a more fitting destination than the Miami Design District to host this spectacular weekend.”

The duPont REGISTRY Group is an ecosystem tailor-made to the posh automotive life-style, housing Canossa as one among its portfolio corporations, which already produces greater than 250 luxurious automotive occasions worldwide and owns essentially the most prestigious traditional Ferrari occasion, Cavallino. DuPont REGISTRY Group presents distinctive experiences and merchandise to automotive fans throughout each stage of their journey – as they develop from dreamers to collectors. Founded in 1985, the duPont REGISTRY model has lengthy been the prime market for unique vehicles. Together, the Miami Concours and duPont REGISTRY Group make a formidable impression amongst high-end shoppers. More than 25,000 individuals are anticipated to attend this yr’s occasion.

“During my tenure at LVMH and Louis Vuitton as Chief Technology Officer, I witnessed the rise of Miami Design District and its ability to attract the most sophisticated fashion and luxury brands in the world and their exclusive clientele. I am extremely proud to come back to Miami Design District as a partner to the Miami Concours and showcase the excellence of DRG brands and products” says duPont REGISTRY Group CEO Antoine Tessier.

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About duPont REGISTRY Group:
The coronary heart of the Driven Lifestyle division, the duPont REGISTRY Group is the world’s main luxurious ecosystem, encapsulating the tradition, neighborhood and commerce of the high-end automotive life-style. Built by a number of the greatest names within the luxurious automotive area, duPont REGISTRY Group represents a vibrant neighborhood of tons of of hundreds of members nurtured over practically 4 many years. Its portfolio contains duPont REGISTRY, Sotheby’s Motorsport, Canossa Events, Cavallino, and FerrariChat.

About The Concours Group:
Led by automotive visionaries John Temerian Jr. of CURATED, Ronnie Vogel, and Brett David of Prestige Imports, The Concours Group has been on the forefront of shaping the automotive panorama since its inception in 2014. Spearheading the famend Miami Concours, the group has swiftly remodeled this occasion into a trademark of automotive excellence. Recognized as one of many nation’s premier motorized occasions, the Miami Concours seamlessly integrates the worlds of post-war vehicles, fashionable design, and engineering brilliance throughout the vibrant Miami Design District. More than a mere automotive showcase, the Miami Concours has developed into an annual cultural celebration, standing as a beacon on the intersection of automotive excellence, excessive design, luxurious, style, and structure. 

LEXUS NAMED PRESENTING PARTNER OF ULTIMATE MADDEN BOWL

 Ultimate Madden Bowl Presented by Lexus kicks off at EA Headquarters in Redwood City on January 30 and concludes in Las Vegas on February 9

PLANO, Texas (Jan. 29, 2024) – The Madden NFL 24 Championship Series (MCS) right this moment introduced Lexus because the presenting companion of the Ultimate Madden Bowl, the crowning second of the MCS aggressive season. The Ultimate Madden Bowl Presented by Lexus kicks off January 30 at EA’s Redwood City headquarters, the place 14 of the highest Madden NFL gamers will look to punch their ticket to the Finals in Las Vegas on February 9. The remaining two rivals will then face off in entrance of a dwell crowd on the House of Blues as a part of EA SPORTS™ Presents The Madden Bowl.

In addition to turning into the presenting sponsor of the most important Madden NFL esports competitors of the 12 months, Lexus will obtain digital naming rights to their very own Lexus Stadium within Madden NFL 24’s Ultimate Team™ mode. The digital stadium will see Lexus develop into a part of the immersive expertise of MUT, which thousands and thousands of gamers and followers get pleasure from. The multifaceted partnership will even see the newly-released 2024 Lexus GX onsite on the Ultimate Madden Bowl finale in Las Vegas.

“As we approach the peak of our MCS 24 season, we’re thrilled to welcome Lexus as the presenting partner of the Ultimate Madden Bowl,” mentioned Andrew Echanique, Madden NFL Esports Commissioner, Electronic Arts. “Lexus shares our commitment to excellence, and we look forward to working together to deliver a truly unforgettable experience for our fans.”

Lexus’s partnership with MCS rides a rising wave of automotive firms deepening their funding in esports as an avenue to attach with younger players – a lot of whom could also be seeking to buy their first vehicles. Lexus first entered into the house in 2019 in an effort to fulfill younger drivers the place they already are.

“Innovation and performance are the core of Lexus’s culture. The MCS captures both of these values in the virtual arena for the next generation of athletes,” mentioned Greg Kitzens, common supervisor of Lexus Marketing. “As all of America gears up for a celebration of football fandom, we’re excited to cheer on the world’s best Madden NFL players as they take the field at Lexus Stadium.”

After competitors amongst hundreds of gamers this season, 14 finalists will journey to the Bay Area to compete at EA’s purpose-built esports broadcast heart from January 30 – February 1. During the crowning occasion at EA SPORTS Presents The Madden Bowl in Vegas, the ultimate two rivals will vye for his or her share of the collective $1 million USD prize pool and look to take dwelling the first-ever Championship ring designed by Jostens, main championship ring supplier in skilled sports activities, together with 37 of 57 Super Bowl Rings . The Ultimate Madden Bowl concludes a formidable season for the MCS, which practically doubled registration from MCS 23.

As a part of the Ultimate Madden Bowl festivities, EA will even crown the first-ever Positive Player Award for MCS. The Award seems to be to champion the constructive gamers throughout the MCS 24 neighborhood. Finalists embrace Greg “SL1M GHOST” Allen, Jonathan “JonBeast” Marquez, Dillan “PHICAM” Foust, and Gary “VADimes540” Hash II.

Fans at dwelling can tune into the motion on the official Madden NFL 24 Twitch and YouTube channels at 6:30 PM ET on January 30 – February 1 and 9:30 PM ET on February 9. For extra data on the MCS, go to the official web site and observe @EAMaddenNFL_MCS on X (previously Twitter) and Instagram.

About Electronic Arts

Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA) is a world chief in digital interactive leisure. The Company develops and delivers video games, content material and on-line companies for Internet-connected consoles, cellular gadgets and private computer systems.

In fiscal 12 months 2023, EA posted GAAP web income of roughly $7.4 billion. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is acknowledged for a portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality manufacturers akin to EA SPORTS FC™, Battlefield™, Apex Legends™, The Sims™, Madden NFL, Need for Speed™, Titanfall™, Plants vs. Zombies™ and F1®. More details about EA is offered at www.ea.com/news.

EA, EA SPORTS, EA SPORTS FC, Battlefield, Need for Speed, Apex Legends, The Sims, Titanfall and Plants vs. Zombies are emblems of Electronic Arts Inc. John Madden, NFL, and F1 are the property of their respective homeowners and used with permission.

About Lexus

Lexus’ ardour for courageous design, imaginative expertise, and exhilarating efficiency permits the posh life-style model to create wonderful experiences for its prospects. Lexus started its journey in 1989 with two luxurious sedans and a dedication to pursue perfection. Since then, Lexus has developed its lineup to fulfill the wants of world luxurious prospects in additional than 90 international locations. In the United States, Lexus autos are bought by 245 sellers providing a full lineup of luxurious autos. With seven fashions incorporating Lexus Hybrid Drive, Lexus is the posh hybrid chief. Lexus additionally affords eight F SPORT fashions, one F efficiency mannequin and one F mannequin. Lexus is dedicated to being a visionary model that anticipates the longer term for luxurious prospects

2024 Honda CBR600RR Keeps US Wanting What We Can’t Have

American Honda introduced the return of 11 extra bikes to its 2024 lineup in January, and in the event you had been hoping to listen to excellent news about the updated CBR600RR that’s been released in other markets, that is sadly not what we’ve got for you right this moment.

After first appearing at the 2023 Suzuka 8 Hours race final yr, the up to date CBR600RR piqued a lot curiosity amongst followers worldwide, every trying ahead to studying extra about it from aerodynamic winglet-tip to aerodynamic winglet-tip.

While the up to date bike has since made its triumphant return to Europe for 2024 after vanishing from that marketplace for the previous six years, it seems that American followers have an indefinite wait forward for his or her flip. 

2024 Honda CBR600RR - Studio - Red - Right Side
2024 Honda CBR600RR

In the spirit of lovers in all places, we’re not mad; simply disenchanted. To be clear, that is to not say that we cannot get the up to date CBR600RR sooner or later sooner or later, maybe as a 2025 mannequin. Even although Honda is a large worldwide firm, it nonetheless rolls out its new fashions in a single place at a time, and sometimes would not launch in each geographic area without delay. We do not know at this level if Honda plans to carry it to the US sooner or later, however we additionally do not know that it’s not someplace within the pipeline.

Here Are All 11 Models Returning To The American Honda 2024 Lineup

In the meantime, listed here are all of the bikes that American Honda introduced as fashions returning to the US for 2024. Both the SCL500 and the PCX get new colours. We’ve included colour info, in addition to each the 2024 and 2023 MSRPs so you possibly can simply examine.

Bike Colors Availability 2024 MSRP (US) 2023 MSRP (US)
2024 Honda CBR1000RR (accessible with or with out ABS) Grand Prix Red March 2024

ABS: $16,999

No ABS: $16,699

$16,599
2024 Honda CBR600RR (accessible with or with out ABS) Grand Prix Red February 2024

ABS: $13,199

No ABS: $12,199

$12,099
2024 Honda CB1000R Black February 2024

$12,999

$12,999
2024 Honda SCL500 Candy Orange, Matte Laurel Green Metallic, Matte Black Metallic April 2024

$6,799

$6,799
2024 Honda PCX Matte Brown Metallic April 2024

$4,249

$4,149
2024 Honda CRF300L (accessible with or with out ABS) Red for many; Swift Gray for the Low Seat (LS) model April 2024

ABS (with or with out the Low Seat): $5,749

No ABS: $5,449

$5,399, or $5,699 for the LS
2024 Honda CRF300L Rally (accessible with or with out ABS) Red April 2024

ABS: $6,499

No ABS: $6,199

$6,149
2024 Honda XR650L White March 2024

$6,999

$6,999
2024 Honda XR150L Black, White February 2024

$3,099

$2,971
2024 Honda Trail 125 Turmeric Yellow March 2024

$4,099

$3,999
2024 Montesa Cota 4RT 301RR White, Red February 2024

$11,899

$11,899
2024 Montesa Cota 4RT 260R Red February 2024

$9,299

$9,299

Suzuki USA Issues Stop Sale Order On 2024 Hayabusas Due To Brake Fluid Leak

On January 18, 2024, Suzuki Motor Corporation issued a Stop Sale discover for sure 2024 Hayabusa and Hayabusa 25th Anniversary Edition bikes. The subject pertains to the potential for an improperly tightened ABS hydraulic unit flare nut, which may trigger brake fluid to leak from the ABS module. A brake fluid leak may end in longer stopping distances, which may improve the danger of a crash.

According to Suzuki Motor USA’s information, round 993 bikes may probably be affected within the US. This represents 13 % of the inhabitants.

The affected bike vary consists of 2024 Hayabusas and Hayabusa twenty fifth Anniversary Editions that had been produced between July 7, 2023 and November 28, 2023. Affected VINs vary from JS1EJ11B5R7100201 to JS1EJ11B2R7101144 and likewise JS1EJ11D2R7100027 to JS1EJ11D3R7100246, and should not sequential.

Suzuki Motor Corporation, which is Suzuki Motor USA’s father or mother firm, supplied a chronology of occasions that led to the issuance of this recall. On December 13, 2023, a top quality inspection on the Hamamatsu plant revealed a leak, and recognized the reason for the leak to be incompletely tightened brake fluid flare nut fittings on the ABS module. 

Further investigation revealed that an worker on the manufacturing line had not been following the usual multi-step tightening course of for these nuts. Instead, “the production worker independently altered the tightening procedure to a single wrench movement as opposed to the correct procedure that specified multiple wrench movements,” in line with the report. This probably meant that full tightening torque was not achieved, leading to the potential for brake fluid leakage.

In addition to issuing the Stop Sale discover, on January 23, 2024, Suzuki Motor USA issued a security recall for sure 2024 Hayabusas and Hayabusa twenty fifth Anniversary Editions to deal with this security subject. 

Under the phrases of this recall, licensed Suzuki sellers will examine and tighten the brake pipe flare nuts and likewise alter the brake fluid degree on affected bikes as vital. This service can be carried out freed from cost to the client.

Suzuki plans to inform its dealership community on January 29, 2024. Owners can be notified through letters scheduled to be mailed on February 5, 2024.

Suzuki’s quantity for this recall is 3A01. Owners could contact Suzuki USA customer support at 1-800-934-0934. Additionally, homeowners could contact the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

If you’re a 2024 Hayabusa proprietor and you reside outdoors the US, since Suzuki Motor Corporation in Japan raised this security subject, it is best to test along with your native security recall authority in your area for any comparable motion which will have been taken. You can even contact your native Suzuki vendor with any questions you might need about your 2024 Hayabusa.

2024 Harley CVO, Street Glide, And Road Glide: Everything We Know

If you are a Harley fan, likelihood is wonderful that you have had your calendar marked for January 24, 2024. The Motor Company normally is not shy about letting the world know when it has a giant announcement coming; in any case, events aren’t a lot enjoyable if folks do not learn about them, proper?

While hints broke via right here and there, reminiscent of a powerful indication that a CVO Pan America was possibly coming soon, the official bulletins at the moment are right here to place all of the rumors to relaxation. 

All in all, Harley-Davidson launched 4 new 2024 fashions. Two are new additions to the Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) lineup, together with the 2024 CVO Pan America and CVO Road Glide ST. The different two are the all-new 2024 Street Glide and Road Glide, which each have an up to date Milwaukee-Eight 117 V-Twin engine as their hearts. Let’s check out the broad strokes of every bike, one after the other.

Harley-Davidson sells its bikes in markets around the globe. As such, pricing and availability differ by geographic area. For our functions, RideAside’s info offered right here right this moment pertains to the US market. If you reside in a market outdoors the US, your finest guess for essentially the most correct pricing and availability info in your space is to achieve out to your native approved Harley-Davidson seller with any questions you might have.

2024 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Details

2024 Harley-Davidson Street Glide
   
Engine Milwaukee-Eight 117 V-Twin, which makes a claimed 105 horsepower at 4,600 rpm and 130 pound-feet of torque at 3,250 rpm
Wheelbase 64 inches
Length/Ground Clearance/Curb Weight/Seat Height 94.9 inches/5.5 inches/811 kilos/26.1 inches
Chassis Details 49mm twin bending valve entrance fork; preload-adjustable twin outboard emulsion rear shocks; forged aluminum wheels wrapped in Dunlop rubber; twin floating rotor entrance brake setup with axially-mounted brake calipers and a single axially-mounted unit within the rear. Batwing fairing and LED lighting.
Notable Features Four experience modes (Road, Sport, Rain, and Custom), Skyline OS infotainment system, 12.3-inch TFT full-color contact display screen show with a 200-watt amplifier and fairing-mounted audio system
Colors Billiard Gray, Vivid Black, White Onyx Pearl, Whiskey Fire, Blue Burst, Alpine Green, Atlas Silver Metallic, Sharkskin Blue
MSRP beginning at $25,999
Availability starting in January 2024

2024 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Details

2024 Harley-Davidson Road Glide
   
Engine Milwaukee-Eight 117 V-Twin, which makes a claimed 105 horsepower at 4,600 rpm and 130 pound-feet of torque at 3,250 rpm
Wheelbase 64 inches
Length/Ground Clearance/Curb Weight/Seat Height 94.9 inches/5.7 inches/838 kilos/26.6 inches
Chassis Details 49mm twin bending valve entrance fork; preload-adjustable twin outboard emulsion rear shocks; forged aluminum wheels wrapped in Dunlop rubber; twin floating rotor brake setup in entrance with twin axially-mounted calipers and a single axially-mounted rear caliper
Notable Features Four selectable experience modes (Road, Sport, Rain, and Custom), Skyline OS-powered infotainment system offered on a 12.3-inch full-color touchscreen TFT show. A 200-watt amplifier powers a pair of fairing-mounted audio system. Sharknose fairing and LED lighting throughout.
Colors Billiard Gray, Vivid Black, White Onyx Pearl, Whiskey Fire, Blue Burst, Alpine Green, Atlas Silver Metallic, Sharkskin Blue
MSRP beginning at $25,999
Availability starting in January 2024

2024 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide ST Details

2024 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide ST
   
Engine Milwaukee-Eight 121 High Output (HO) engine with a 5,900 rpm redline. It produces a claimed 127 horsepower at 4,900 rpm and 145 pound-feet of torque at 4,000 rpm.
Wheelbase 64 inches
Length/Ground Clearance/Curb Weight/Seat Height 94.9 inches/5.1 inches/838 kilos/26.7 inches
Chassis Details Showa absolutely adjustable 47mm inverted entrance fork and rear emulsion suspension; 7-spoke forged aluminum wheels wrapped in Dunlop tires; wave-style twin entrance floating brake rotors and a pair of four-piston radially-mounted entrance brake calipers and a single axially-mounted rear caliper and glued rotor setup
Notable Features Weighs 25 kilos lower than the 2024 CVO Road Glide; Screamin’ Eagle Extreme Flow titanium slip-on mufflers; carbon fiber entrance fender, tank console, exhaust finish caps, and seat cowl; three normal and 4 customizable experience modes in addition to Track and Track Plus mode; Skyline OS infotainment system; Rockford Fosgate Stage II premium audio system; 12.3-inch full-color touchscreen TFT show
Colors Raven Metallic, Golden White Pearl
MSRP beginning at $42,999
Availability starting in January 2024

2024 Harley-Davidson CVO Pan America Details

2024 Harley-Davidson CVO Pan America - Studio - Right Side
   
Engine Revolution Max 1250 engine, which makes a claimed 150 horsepower at 8,750 rpm and 95 pound-feet of torque at 6,750 rpm
Wheelbase 62.4 inches
Length/Ground Clearance/Curb Weight/Seat Height 92.3 inches/7.1 inches/659 kilos/ranges between 30.4 and 31.4 inches in Low and High seat positions
Chassis Details 47mm inverted entrance fork with electronically adjustable semi-active damping and Adaptive Ride Height as normal; electronically adjustable rear linkage-mounted monoshock with Adaptive Ride Height; tubeless laced anodized aluminum spoked wheels wrapped in Michelin Scorcher Adventure radial tires; twin entrance floating brake rotors with radially-mounted four-piston monobloc brake calipers and a single-piston floating caliper setup within the rear
Notable Features 6.8-inch colour touchscreen TFT show; aluminum laborious baggage designed in collaboration with SW-Motech; waterproof journey duffle; particular CVO twenty fifth Anniversary graphics; Daymaker adaptive headlamp; Screamin’ Eagle quickshifter; 5 experience modes (Sport, Rain, Off-Road, Off-Road Plus) plus a customized mode; Bluetooth system connectivity
Colors Legendary Orange
MSRP beginning at $28,399
Availability starting in January 2024

For comparability, the 2024 Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special begins at an MSRP of $19,999 and is available in your selection of 4 colour choices: Red Rock/Birch White, Billiard Gray, Vivid Black, or Alpine Green. While the Special does include the Adaptive Ride Height characteristic, it does not include any baggage, particular paint and graphics, or a quickshifter.

Ford Kicks Off 2024 By Recalling 2 Million Explorers

It’s January 24, and Ford is already virtually one-third the best way to all the remembers it had final 12 months. That’s saying one thing, seeing as how Ford was the most-recalled automaker in 2023 by a large margin. 58 remembers had been issued overlaying 6.1 million Blue Oval autos within the US final 12 months, and now, 1.8 million Explorers within the States have trim items that might come off whereas driving.

That quantity expands to 2.2 million autos globally, based on Automotive News, and all of it stems from a easy drawback. Recall number 24V-031 from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) states that “some of the exterior A-pillar applique trim clip attachments are not properly engaged due to improper assembly or repair.” The problem impacts Explorers from the 2011 by 2019 mannequin years, and as you possibly can most likely guess, clips that “are not properly engaged” can result in the trim piece flying off.

GoPro To Acquire Australian Smart Helmet Maker Forcite

On January 16, 2024, GoPro and Forcite Helmets each introduced that they’d signed agreements for GoPro to accumulate Forcite Helmet Systems. The deal has not been accomplished but, however is predicted to shut someday in Q1 of 2024.

According to their statements, the quick plan is for the groups to proceed working collectively in tandem. Part of GoPro’s assertion reads, “GoPro intends to accelerate Forcite’s vision to provide a safer, more dynamic motorcycling experience through tech-enabled motorcycle helmets with the long-term goal of tech-enabling other categories of helmets over time.”

“The greater helmet market represents a meaningful TAM [total addressable market] expanding opportunity for GoPro, and we’re excited for the Forcite team to join us so that together we can work towards enhancing the performance and safety of various types of helmets, starting with motorcycle helmets,” GoPro founder and CEO Nicholas Woodman stated in a press release.

“GoPro has built a strong brand internationally across all forms of motorsports and has enjoyed a strong following with motorcycle enthusiasts. We’re excited to leverage our brand reputation along with our technical and operational capabilities to address what we believe is a long-term growth opportunity for our business,” he continued.

“In addition to our plan to develop our own GoPro-branded line of helmets, we are excited to partner with other leading helmet brands to help tech-enable their own helmet lines. We have great respect for established brands, and we look forward to working with them to help drive the industry forward, together,” Woodman concluded.

Forcite’s personal assertion reads, “We have some exciting news to share. Forcite has signed an agreement to be acquired by GoPro. As many of you know, GoPro is a major global brand and digital imaging company with millions of people around the world enjoying their market leading products and technology. Notably, GoPro has a long heritage and very strong brand in motorsports, and the Forcite team is beyond thrilled to come together with them to scale our collective businesses and innovate in an outstanding way.”

GoPro says that extra particulars in regards to the acquisition can be offered in its upcoming earnings name with buyers in February. 

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