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BMW

The all-new BMW X2 – Additional Media Assets.

On-location pictures and photographs – International Media Launch Lisbon, Portugal.

 

BMW iX2 xDrive30: Electric energy consumption, mixed in WLTP cycle: 17.7 – 16.3 kWh/100 km, Electric energy consumption, mixed in NEDC cycle: – , Range: 417 – 449 km (259 – 279 miles) in WLTP cycle.

BMW X2 M35i xDrive: Fuel consumption, mixed in WLTP cycle: 8.0 – 7.7 l/100 km (35.3 – 36.7 mpg imp), Fuel consumption, mixed in NEDC cycle: – , CO2 emissions, mixed in WLTP cycle: 181 – 174 g/km, CO2 emissions, mixed in NEDC cycle: – .

Motorsport

Now Dodge Is Testing The New Charger In Public Without Camo

Last week Dodge launched pictures showing the new Charger with none camouflage. Now, we’re seeing it on the I-75 Freeway in Michigan, not too removed from the automaker’s headquarters.

This clip printed to Instagram by the consumer @connor.mink provides us an awesome take a look at the Charger’s tail, notably its rear lighting association. The lamps resemble the prevailing mannequin’s lights however have boxy, pixel-like graphics.

 

The rear glass seems to be sharply angled, and it appears to supply first rate rearward visibility, judging by how a lot of the rear seat headrests we will see. A small wing on the decklid appears extra for type than a purposeful piece for bettering aerodynamics.

Though there are rumors of a combustion-powered Charger, the dearth of tailpipes means this Charger prototype is probably going an EV. Unfortunately there isn’t any likelihood to listen to the automotive’s artificial Fratzonic exhaust sound, first teased in 2022, in on this video. 

2025 Dodge Charger

Official pictures launched by Dodge (above) present a greater take a look at the entrance of the brand new Charger. The design mixes parts from the present Challenger and the 1968-1970 Charger. There are trendy touches just like the wing on the very tip of the nostril. 

So far, we do not know an excessive amount of in regards to the new Charger’s inside. Renderings present the idea with a minimalist cabin (beneath), a digital instrument cluster, and a roughly hexagonal infotainment display screen. There are a number of bodily buttons beneath the show, however in any other case the console is easy, with the gearshift as essentially the most outstanding component.

Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept Interior

The firm’s been mum on energy figures, however rumors level to prospects having the ability to choose a number of energy outputs with figures between 455 hp and 880 hp. And if a combustion-powered model does develop into accessible, all indicators level to Dodge’s the twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six Hurricane engine, which may make as much as 510 hp in some Jeep trims.

The Charger is anticipated to debut earlier than summer time, and hit dealerships earlier than the top of 2024. No pricing particulars can be found but, although contemplating take a look at mules are already on the highway, extra information must be accessible quickly.

Motorsport

This Ferrari 296 GT3 Model Costs More Than A Nissan Versa

The automobile featured in these images appears to be like like a Ferrari 296 GT3 race automobile. It’s bought the winglets on the corners of the entrance fascia. It has the vented fenders. Side-view mirrors are correctly mounted on elegantly curved arms. It sits on a set of Pirelli race tires. But this is not a GT3. Heck, it is not even an actual automobile. That’s how good Amalgam is in terms of large-scale reproduction fashions.

This 1:8 scale Ferrari 296 GT3 is the corporate’s newest creation, and we reckon for those who may shrink all the way down to 1:8 dimension, you may drive it. Measuring 22 inches in size, it captures the proportions of the actual deal as a result of it was made utilizing Ferrari’s precise CAD knowledge for the automobile. With that as a place to begin, Amalgam artists and designers created varied casts and molds for producing the mannequin’s components. The total growth course of took 3,000 hours, and with all of the components manufactured, assembling every mannequin takes 300 hours.


Motorsport

“`html This Is How We Think The New Audi Q3 Will Look

Our spies from Germany sent us the first batch of spy photos of the next-generation Audi Q3 in September this year. The prototype was spied testing on public roads with a fully camouflaged body and had its production panels and lights fitted already. Now, we’re trying to unhide the crossover completely through these exclusive renderings.

As opposed to the more conventionally designed 2024 A5 Avant, the new Q3 will come with a radical redesign of its front fascia compared to the outgoing model. The Singleframe octagonal radiator grille will be slightly smaller since there will be more plastic around the area separating the grille from the lower air intake. The panel will also feature a new pattern with overlapping U-shaped motifs. This won’t be the largest change though, as two big rectangular headlights will sit on the two corners of the bumper acting as the low and high beams.


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Motorsport

“` Ford Mustang GT3 Looks Fast, Sounds Like Thunder In Track Test Video

The Ford Mustang GT3 made its debut back in June. Despite numerous photos of the winged pony car, a new video from Italiansupercarvideo on YouTube provides the first real look at the Mustang’s capabilities. And it doesn’t disappoint.

This specific GT3 model will be raced by the Italian Dinamic GT team in the 2024 GT World Challenge Europe series, as stated in the video’s description. The footage was captured during a testing session at Misano, a 2.5-mile track in northern Italy. While other cars are also on the track, the video primarily highlights the V8 power of the Mustang. Even crew members from other race teams are seen turning their heads as the Mustang leaves the pits, clearly capturing attention at the beginning of the video. This car truly demands to be noticed.


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NewsNew

TRYSTAN HART WINS RENO ENDUROCROSS AND CHAMPIONSHIP

IRC Tire EnduroCross Series presented by Progressive

Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center

Story and photos by Shan Moore

TRYSTAN HART BEATS THE ODDS

Trystan Hart remarked, “The math was so confusing. I just knew that I had to be near the front and Jonny couldn’t be close to me, and there was a chance I was going to win. I honestly didn’t even know I won. My mechanic was cheering and I just started doing a burnout. I’m like, surely I won. The gods wouldn’t have done this to me.”

FMF/KTM Factory rider Trystan Hart was in second place in the series standings, seven points behind defending champion factory Beta rider Jonny Walker of Great Britain. Even if Hart won all three motos, he would need help to top Walker for the title. Another rider would have to finish between Hart and Walker for Hart to cash in enough points to win the championship.

MOTO 1

When the first moto started, Haaker quickly moved to the front and comfortably held the position to the finish. Hart finished second behind Haaker, with Walker riding a brilliant race from mid-pack to finish third.

Colton Haaker commented, “I won the second moto despite screwing up in the pipes; we all got super tangled up in there. It was pretty chaotic. The last moto, we were just training out there. It was just five guys all together. But the last moto, I was just in the wrong place at the wrong time a couple too many times. So, I think I was actually making good moves and doing my thing, but just at the wrong place, wrong time.”

MOTO 2

The inverted start saw RPM Racing’s Angus Riordan in the lead. FactoryONE Sherco’s Cody Webb quickly moved through the pack to take the lead, with Haaker and Hart close behind. Haaker eventually took the win, followed by Webb, Hart, and Angus Riordan. Meanwhile, after some bad luck, Walker could only muster a seventh, setting up a winner-take-all scenario in the final moto.

Colton Haaker was second on the night and until late in the final moto, appeared to be on his way to a sweep of the program after winning the first two motos. FactoryONE Sherco’s Cody Webb pulled away from the pack in moto two and appeared to be on his way to an easy moto win until just before the white flag lap when Colton zapped him.

MOTO 3

FactoryONE Sherco’s Cooper Abbott grabbed the early lead, followed by Hart, Haaker, and Walker. The top four riders finished within 20 seconds of each other: Hart in first, Abbott in second, Webb in third, and Walker in fourth. Hart went 2-3-1 to claim the overall for the weekend and clinched his first AMA Endurocross title – adding to his 2023 AMA U.S. Hard Enduro Championship earned in June.

“I saved the best for last,” said Cooper Abbott. “I felt so strong on my Sherco 300 two-stroke. I was able to ride very consistently having eliminated the small mistakes which can prove so costly in EnduroCross. We were all pushing so hard in that last moto. So much was on the line. For me personally, it would have been my first moto win of the season but also, I was battling my teammate for the final podium position. All in all, I learned a lot this season and I am thankful to finish strong. I am already looking forward to next season.”
FactoryONE Sherco’s Cooper Abbott turned in his best performance of the season, with a third overall for the night after a 5-5-2 performance and leading half of the final moto.
The reigning EnduroCross champ Jonny Walker had a rough night. “I came in with a seven-point lead,” said Walker. “I knew I had to finish third to win the championship. The first race was good, I finished third. In the second race, just had a bit of a nightmare. A few things went wrong, and I ended up seventh. That’s what kind of threw it away. I went into the pipes and went over the handlebars, which was the worst thing I could have done.”
Over and Out Racing/GasGas’ Rachel Gutish was tops in the EX Women’s Pro division, winning the main event and the Women’s Championship. She had just returned from the ISDE and was racing with a broken collarbone!

RENO EX PRO CLASS OVERALL RESULTS

  1. Trystan Hart, KTM, 2-3-1
  2. Colton Haaker, Hsq, 1-1-6
  3. Cooper Abbott, Sherco, 5-5-2
  4. Cody Webb, Sherco, 8-2-3
  5. Jonny Walker, Beta, 3-7-4
  6. Ryder LeBlond, Hsq, 4-8-5
  7. Will Riordan, KTM, 6-9-7
  8. Dominik Olszowy, Rieju, 9-6-9
  9. Max Gerston, GasGas, 7-11-8
  10.  Angus Riordan, KTM, 13-4-11

Final Championship Standings
1. Trystan Hart, 147 points

2. Jonny Walker, 140

3. Colton Haaker, 137

Technology

How the U.S. Navy Manages Rust on Its Ships – and Why It’s More Costly Than You’d Expect

Recent images of U.S. Navy ships have been drawing attention for the wrong reasons. Rust streaks and weathered waterlines have sparked concerns among citizens and retired Naval personnel about the appearance of their ships compared to the nearly rust-free vessels of other countries.

In reality, it’s somewhat unreasonable to expect U.S. Navy vessels to maintain the same appearance as other navies, considering they are deployed worldwide for extended periods, while other countries operate mainly within their own waters and closer to docks. Nevertheless, leveraging superior resources, manpower, and funding to combat these challenges and maintain a top-notch appearance is crucial to projecting strength. The visual condition of the ships is a matter of pride and can impact how the U.S. Navy is perceived by other nations.

The fight against rust entails significant manpower, costly paint, dry-dock visits, and other expenses, leading to substantial costs for the navy. However, as wooden and aluminum ships are no longer viable options, the only option is to persist in these efforts until a revolutionary rust solution emerges.

Smartphones

3 Essential iPhone Accessories For Your Next Camping Trip

When going on a camping trip, it’s important to have the right accessories for your iPhone to capture memorable moments through photos and videos. One essential item is a tripod, preferably one that can also be used as a selfie stick. The Sensyne 62-inch Phone Tripod is a great choice and is currently priced at $19.98 on Amazon. This tripod is easy to adjust and offers various height options for securing your iPhone in place. It also comes with a camera shutter remote, making it a convenient choice for mobile phone photography enthusiasts. Additionally, it can be used with other smartphones and cameras, including GoPros.

For hands-free photo and video capture while hiking, a phone harness is a practical accessory. This allows you to attach your iPhone to your body, enabling you to film while navigating through rugged terrain. The Dream Bull phone strap combo for $21.99 on Amazon includes a head strap and a chest harness, offering versatile shooting angles for your outdoor adventures.

Motorsport

Updates Coming to BMW’s 1 Series, Possibly with More Horsepower

BMW is working on an updated version of the 1 Series, and recent spy photos show a partially camouflaged M135i variant in testing.

The current-generation BMW 1 Series was launched in 2019 with a switch to a front-wheel-drive platform. Although the new model will still have front-wheel drive as the standard option, it is unclear if BMW will make significant changes to the powertrain lineup.


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LETTI AND BOLT COMPETE AT GETZENRODEO HARD ENDURO

Photos: Future 7 Media / Red Bull Content Pool
Manuel Lettenbichler, the Hard Enduro World Champion, finished the year with a victory at Getzenrodeo after a fierce battle with Billy Bolt. Lettenbichler said, “That was such a hard race. We had to dig so deep to keep going. Billy was riding really well, and we had to help each other out at times. He made a small mistake, and that’s when I finally passed him. After that, I focused and rode as smoothly as possible to the finish.”

The single-day GetzenRodeo was the final round of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship. In the morning, 60 riders competed in the two-hour GetzenRace qualifier to earn a spot in the afternoon five-lap GetzenChamp final. The main race day at Getzen consists of two races: the initial race is less intense, with all racers on the circuit. The main event is reserved for the top 20 riders, who face a more challenging course in the reverse direction for a one and a half hour race. The final includes a Joker Lane or X-Loop that each rider must go through once.

Lettenbichler and Bolt started strong and took the Joker Lane early, helping each other and setting a faster time than anyone. Mario Roman briefly took the lead, but halfway through the race, Lettenbichler had a small advantage over Billy Bolt. In the end, Letti and Bolt lapped the entire field.

Billy Bolt finished a close second to Lettenbichler at the Getzenrodeo and runner-up in the Hard Enduro Championship. Bolt said, “I gave it my all today. I felt like I had what was needed to win. In the final, I was riding well and feeling comfortable with the track. When I got into the lead, I pushed as hard as I could to build a gap. But this course is so technical that if you make a mistake, you get punished hard. Missing that rock climb let Mani back into the lead, and I just couldn’t catch up again. I’m happy though. I rode well here and gave it everything. Congrats to Mani on an incredible season too. I’m excited to shift the focus indoors and race SuperEnduro now!”

Bolt stayed strong and closed the gap, eventually overtaking the German with 20 minutes remaining in the race. Ultimately, it came down to a rock step-up, which Billy failed to overcome, allowing Mani to pass him and maintain the lead until the end. Lettenbichler had an outstanding season, winning his fourth Getzenrodeo.

Sherco’s Mario Roman led for a while and finished third overall in the event.
Alfredo Gomez took his factory Rieju to a 6th overall, 2 laps down from the leaders.