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Alien Rides’ Moto X Electric Dirtbike Has Gears And A Clutch

Electric motorcycles are reshaping the off-road panorama due to their silent operation and instantaneous torque. Electric off-roaders may very nicely be the saving grace of off-road riders, significantly in Europe, the place rules surrounding noise are pushing increasingly bikes off the paths. That mentioned, new fashions catering to the fanatic market – whether or not electrical or ICE – are all the time factor in my e book.

One of the most recent electrical dual-sports involves us from an organization referred to as Alien Rides. The San Francisco-based electrical mobility specialist has simply unveiled the Moto X, an electrical dirtbike that focuses on enjoyable and delight. Like most different electrical off-roaders in the marketplace, the Moto X guarantees instantaneous energy supply translating to an exhilarating trip. AR says that the bike has a high velocity of 70 miles per hour, and delivers quaint driving expertise due to a four-speed gearbox full with a clutch.

Alien Rides’ Moto X Electric Dirtbike Has Gears And A Clutch

The motor is a DC everlasting magnet synchronous motor with a three-kilowatt nominal energy output. Max energy, nevertheless, is a wholesome 16 kilowatts, translating to round 21.4 horsepower in ICE converse. As for the bike’s battery, AR fitted the Moto X with a robust 72-volt, 60-ampere-hour battery pack that guarantees a spread of as much as 49 miles on a single cost. Furthermore, it takes simply 4 hours to totally cost the battery. The bike is provided with an ANT Smart Battery Management System (BMS) with smartphone integration through a devoted app appropriate with iOS and Android gadgets.

While different electrical dirtbikes focus solely on off-road functions, the Moto X guarantees to be a loyal companion each on and off street. Alien Rides says that the bike is in truth avenue authorized, and homeowners have the choice to register the bike because it complies with US DOT rules. This implies that the Moto X will get headlights, flip indicators, and a digital speedometer. There’s additionally a hydraulic braking system entrance and rear. To make issues even higher, AR is ready to supply street-focused wheels and tires by mid-December, permitting Moto X homeowners to remodel their dirtbikes into roadgoing electrical supermotos.

As for pricing and availability, the AR Moto X carries fairly a hefty price ticket of $7,500. Those seeking to get pleasure from fast-charging capabilities may also buy a quick charger as an optionally available further. On high of that, AR notes {that a} $400 delivery charge should be paid on high of the retail worth. However, free native pickup is obtainable in San Francisco. Read extra about this punchy electrical dual-sport in Alien Rides’ official web site.

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All you need to know about London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ)

London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) is one of many clean air zones in operation around the country, which aim to reduce roadside emissions and clear the city’s air.

The zone, which was expanded earlier this year, encompasses each London borough, meaning drivers of some older cars need to pay a fee to drive through the city.

Initially proposed by former London Mayor Boris Johnson in 2015, the ULEZ is a continuation of the T-Charge introduced by Sadiq Khan in 2017, which charged motorists £10 to drive vehicles that did not meet the Euro 4 emissions standard into the central London congestion charge zone.

ULEZ replaced the T-Charge in April 2019. It upped the fee to £12.50 and operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, apart from Christmas Day.

In October 2022, the London ULEZ drew over £90 million in eight months, with an average of 1.9 million journeys made into the zone each month.

Plans to introduce an even more restrictive zero-emission zone, meanwhile, in central London were shelved following the most recent expansion of the ULEZ.

Where does the London ULEZ operate?

On 25 October 2021, the ULEZ grew to encompass the area within the borders of the North Circular and South Circular arterial roads.

The ULEZ was further expanded in 2023, now encompassing each London borough – the entire area inside the M25 – as well as Heathrow Airport.

This means drivers of some older cars need to pay a fee to drive through the city, and visit various other important locations.

How does the ULEZ work?

ULEZ sign at Junction pointing to Mill Hill, Arkley and Totteridge

London’s ULEZ currently uses a series of cameras at junctions and along major roads into London. These automatically read registration plates and reference them against a database to identify whether vehicles are, or are not, compliant with the required emission standards.

You can check to see whether a postcode is inside the ULEZ on the Transport for London (TfL) website.

If you drive a non-compliant vehicle into the ULEZ, you must pay the £12.50 fee by midnight on the third day following your journey. For example, if you enter the zone while commuting on a Monday morning, you must pay by 00:00 on the following Thursday.

Mini Cooper S JCW and Audi S1 driving through London at night – side tracking

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PEUGEOT #CAMOCATCH OPERATION: THE CHALLENGE IS ON

PEUGEOT’s #CamoCatch operation, which involves the general public in the launch of the new E-3008, is now in its final phase: The #CamoCatch Challenge. This summer, PEUGEOT challenges everyone to take photos of the camouflaged E-3008 during its final testing on the open road. Lucky winners will have the opportunity to test drive the new E-3008 themselves.

 

With the new E-3008, PEUGEOT is innovating more than ever. Usually, prototypes are kept confidential and away from the public. However, the new E-3008 is being displayed in full view and involving the general public in its launch.

 

In May, during the initial phase of the operation, PEUGEOT used its social networks to run a vote on the new camouflages intended for the prototypes of the new E-3008.

 

Thousands of votes were received on the brand’s various social networks in June, and three camouflage themes were chosen:

 

  • “Street Art” theme
  • “Optical Art” theme
  • “Prototype” theme

 

These camouflages, selected by the public, were produced in June and applied to the new PEUGEOT E-3008s that will undergo final development tests on European roads this summer.

 

From July 15th to August 15th, the #CamoCatch Challenge invites anyone who comes across one of the camouflaged PEUGEOT E-3008s to take a photo of it, if it’s safe to do so, and share the pictures on their social networks (Facebook and Instagram) with the hashtags #CamoCatch and @PEUGEOT.

 

All camouflaged E-3008s have a QR Code that can be scanned to access the #CamoCatch operation web page. A prize draw will determine the 6 winners who will have an exclusive opportunity to test drive the new E-3008 next year during the press test drives.

 

PEUGEOT has been actively collaborating with young designers and artists since the beginning of 2023. This collaboration, initiated by the brand, has now been extended to an international audience through social media to promote PEUGEOT’s design expertise to as many people as possible.

 

The new PEUGEOT E-3008 will make its public debut in September this year.

 

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PEUGEOT LAUNCHES OPERATION #CAMOCATCH AHEAD OF NEW PEUGEOT 3008 REVEAL

Ahead of the reveal of the new PEUGEOT 3008 in September 2023, PEUGEOT is launching an operation across social media to allow budding designers to choose the camouflage for the new model.

 

Camouflaged prototypes of the new PEUGEOT 3008 will be on the roads of Europe this summer, and PEUGEOT’s #CamoCatch Operation opens the door for the public to have their say on how the long-awaited model will look ahead of launch.

 

Camouflaging has become widespread practice across the automotive industry in the early stages of new product development, concealing the vehicle’s bodywork ahead of the final unveiling. By opening this important design phase to the public, PEUGEOT is embedding its design expertise into every detail of the development process.

 

The PEUGEOT designers have created 10 new, high impact and innovative camouflage patterns, which can conceal the details of the new PEUGEOT 3008’s exterior, whilst demonstrating the expertise of PEUGEOT’s graphic design team.  

 

PEUGEOT launched the initiative earlier today (15 May), with the first phase running until 2 June. PEUGEOT’s social media channels will invite the public to choose their favourite camouflage(s) from among the 10 options. Votes will be open across all of PEUGEOT’s UK social media channels: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.

 

The six camouflage designs that receive the most votes will be produced in June and used to cover the new PEUGEOT 3008 models that will be taking part in the open road testing this summer.

 

The new PEUGEOT 3008 camouflaged cars will take to the road between 1 July and 15 August. Anyone who sees the new model is invited to take a photo and post the picture on the PEUGEOT social media accounts with the hashtag #CamoCatch.

 

A selection of participants who have taken part will be invited to an exclusive drive of the car early in 2024.

 

PEUGEOT has been implementing a strategy of collaboration and partnership with young designer artists, such as J. Demsky and Emeric Tchatchoua, since the beginning of 2023.