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Renault Expedition 2024: Discovering The Magical Views Of A Coastal Road Trip From Karnataka To Goa

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It was an epic three-day (over 700 km) drive the place I had the prospect to expertise three totally different Renault automobiles: Kwid, Triber, and Kiger

As a local to the Northern elements of the nation, I by no means had the chance to drive by way of scenic routes alongside the coast. Despite continuously planning journeys to Goa with buddies, they by no means appeared to occur. However, destiny had a distinct plan and it appears the favored seaside vacation spot was to be part of my skilled journey as properly. So, when Renault India despatched invitations for a 700 km plus drive expertise from Karnataka to Goa, I used to be fast to grab the chance. Not solely would I be visiting Goa for the primary time, however I’d even have the prospect to expertise numerous Renault automobiles back-to-back, with the Kiger Turbo being my favorite amongst their choices.

Day 1: Bengaluru To Madikeri

I used to be buzzing with pleasure, desperate to drive the Kiger on the very first day, however to my shock, I used to be handed the keys to the handbook transmission variant of the Renault Kwid. My preliminary thought was, “It’s a small hatchback with a 1-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine which only makes 68 PS! Can I really enjoy the drive?” But remembering the age-old clever phrases to not decide a guide by its cowl, I used to be open to see what the entry-level Renault was like in the actual world.  Turns out, it will be loads like a buyer expertise as I bought my arms on a factory-fresh Kwid, with simply 40 km on its odometer. There’s one thing oddly satisfying about peeling off the plastic covers from brand-new seats, don’t you agree?

Our first vacation spot was Madikeri from Bengaluru, a complete stretch of 260 km through Mysore. The starting was gradual, navigating by way of heavy metropolis site visitors in Bengaluru. As we hit the Bangalore-Mysore expressway, it grew to become clean crusing. This spectacular 10-lane freeway spans roughly 110 km, and it takes round 2 hours to achieve Mysore, providing a calming drive. On the best way I requested my colleague and companion for the day, Aniruthan, to set the navigation which was straightforward with Kwid’s 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

I used to be pleasantly stunned by the journey high quality of the Renault Kwid, which was actually good for a automobile of its dimension. It dealt with every little thing easily, whether or not it was undulations on the freeway or tough patches alongside the street. Additionally, the high-speed stability of the automobile was higher than I’d anticipated. Even cruising at triple digit freeway speeds, the Kwid felt regular. Since it was a straight freeway ascending uphill after Mysore, it was the proper route to check how the Kwid with its small 1-litre engine would carry out.

I wasn’t too anxious because it was a handbook automobile, so not less than I had full management over the gearing and the clutch. The Kwid actually struggled up the inclines andI needed to downshift to 2nd gear a number of occasions to handle overtakes. The previous couple of kilometres have been like this, until we lastly reached Madikeri, Coorg. 

Day 2: Madikeri To Gokarna

Day 2 introduced contemporary pleasure about driving on a brand new route and, after all, a distinct Renault automobile. To my shock, I used to be given the identical Renault Kwid once more however I handed over the controls to my colleague Aniruthan this time and determined to soak up the morning views from the co-driver’s seat.

The journey from Madikeri to Gokarna was the longest leg of this three-day drive, protecting a complete distance of 365 km. This route additionally included Maravanthe Beach, a spot the place I used to be about to go to for the primary time. The first a part of the journey took us by way of the Ghats, the roads providing loads of curves and corners. Wanting to expertise how the Kwid dealt with round curves, I switched to the driving force’s seat of one other entry-level Renault within the convoy. I seen that the Kwid had fairly a little bit of physique roll, however that wasn’t stunning contemplating its wheelbase and floor clearance. But the attractive places on this route definitely did catch my breath and naturally we stopped alongside the best way to seize recollections on our telephones. 

After the Ghats part, we reached the outskirts of Mangalore the place we made our first cease of the day, for lunch. With my very own gas tank brimmed, I made a decision to modify issues up and positioned myself on the helm of  a Renault Triber, and sure, fortunately it was a handbook. It was going to take us  a few hours not less than from Mangalore to Maravanthe Beach, protecting greater than 100 km. The Triber was loaded with 4 individuals, together with some heavy digicam gear inside because it was the digicam crew’s journey for the occasion.

Yes, it is powered by the identical 1-litre non-turbo petrol engine, which could appear a bit small for a 7-seater MPV. But since I did not must sort out any steep Ghats, simply clean highways, it was as much as the duty. The Triber is heavier than the Kwid, so it did wrestle a bit with overtakes however the calmer freeway stretch was much less disturbing. What actually impressed me concerning the Triber was the way it dealt with all kinds of street irregularities. It felt not simply comfy, however steady at larger speeds as properly.

As I approached Marvanthe Beach, my coronary heart was beating with pleasure because it was my first time driving alongside a coastal route. The golden hour gentle and the seaside street created a second that may keep in my coronary heart ceaselessly. 

After witnessing the solar dipping into the ocean (or so it appeared), it was time to go to our subsequent cease for the day – Murudeshwara Temple, positioned in Murudeshwar. If you are not conversant in this temple, let me inform you, it is identified for having the second largest Shiva statue on this planet. What a sight it was! After in search of blessings from this magnificent temple, I set off in the direction of Gokarna, which was the ultimate vacation spot for day 2, simply an hour away from the temple.

For this final stretch, I lastly bought the keys to the Renault Kiger, and guess what? It was a turbo petrol variant with the CVT computerized transmission. At final, I used to be behind the wheel of essentially the most highly effective Renault automobile obtainable in India! The Kiger’s 1-litre turbo petrol makes 100 PS / 160 Nm, and never simply that, it additionally will get driving modes: Normal, Economy, and Sport. But here is the factor, I solely bought to drive it for about 55-60 km once we pulled up at our remaining cease of the day in Gokarna, and I needed extra of it.

Day 3: Gokarna To Goa

The remaining day of the drive had the skies bless us with the soothing sounds of rain. It introduced much-needed aid from the scorching warmth of the previous two days. I spent my morning fortunately exploring the venue we have been hosted at – Gamyam Resort – and the personal seaside was much more magical within the rain. 

Gokarna to Goa was not solely the ultimate leg of our drive, but additionally the shortest at simply 132 km and was anticipated to take round two and a half hours to finish. Fortunately, that also supplied me ample time to get to know the automobile for the day, which fortunately for me was the Renault Kiger turbo-CVT as soon as once more. Initially, I made a decision to seize some monitoring photographs with some media buddies alongside the best way. While bountiful, it did put us delayed and so I made a decision to place the pedal to the metallic till we reached our vacation spot. The top-spec Kiger I used to be driving got here with options like wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, wi-fi charging, and auto-dimming IRVM. The wi-fi charging was a lifesaver as I forgot my cellphone’s charging cable in one other automobile.

I made a decision to play with the  modes alongside the best way, switching into Sport mode. The response from the throttle was spectacular given the efficiency figures, and the Kiger felt very steady even at triple-digit speeds. This driving time, I used to be not solely driving a automobile with an excellent suspension setup, but additionally with an engine that felt extra alive. After crossing the Goa border, I encountered extra Ghat sections and drove uphill. The remaining stretch to North Goa was uneventful however definitely scenic.

Finally, Goa – well-known for its seashores, booze, and meals. Following the dinner hosted by Renault, a bunch of us media folks headed out to discover the seashores at evening which was a fairly good method to mark the top of the entire journey.

Final Thoughts

During this three-day drive journey, I coated over 700 km alongside the scenic routes of Karnataka and Goa, all of it a complete new expertise. The route included picturesque places like Marvanthe seaside and, after all, the unforgettable Murudeshwara Temple, identified for its second largest Shiva statue on this planet. The tarmac on the route chosen, that includes a good mixture of straight highways and twisty bits by way of the Ghats,  supplied a clean journey for essentially the most half. While each states had some spectacular sights to supply, the drive itself was extra gratifying for me than the locations.

I had the chance of driving three totally different Renault automobiles consecutively: the Kwid, Triber, and Kiger Turbo. Thanks to the nice suspension setup of all three Renault automobiles, I by no means felt out of my consolation zone, even when driving on tough street patches. The model’s present flagship providing in India was my favorite – the Renault Kiger Turbo CVT computerized, not only for its clean efficiency but additionally for the feature-packed cabin. 

Finally, I can say that it was an epic first driving expertise from Karnataka to Goa, and eagerly await the following one to discover extra automobiles and extra of the nation. 

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New Renault Symbioz is family-focused hybrid SUV for £30k

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The new Renault Symbioz completes the growth of the model’s line-up within the essential SUV C-segment and is designed to evoke the spirit of the Nineteen Sixties 16 saloon and the Eighties Espace by specializing in practicality.

The new hybrid will sit between the smaller Captur – alongside which it was developed – and bigger Austral within the French agency’s combustion-engined automobile line-up, making it a direct rival to the Nissan Qashqai.

It’s purposefully sensible in design phrases, in distinction with Renault’s electrical vehicles. And whereas the French agency has revived traditional names such because the Megane, 5, 4 and Twingo for future EVs, the Symbioz identify is new to the vary. It has solely beforehand been used on a 2017 electrical idea that was centered on autonomous driving.

Paula Fabregat, Renault’s small automobile design chief, referred to as the Symbioz as “more rational and less emotional” than the agency’s new EVs, including: “The 5 [supermini] is an amazing object; this is an amazing answer.”

She added the main target to develop a automobile that was “a very good answer for a lot of families” helped decide the boxy form of the Symbioz, though she added that it was “a sexy box”.

While the machine was imagined as a household automobile, Renault can even goal fleet patrons as a result of its environment friendly hybrid powertrain, and it anticipates the enterprise market may account for 40% of UK gross sales.

The Symbioz sits on the identical CMF-B platform that’s utilized by ICE Renaults such because the Clio supermini and Arkana coupé-SUV. It was developed alongside the Captur, however is meant to fill a distinct market hole. 

The Symbioz is 4413mm lengthy, 1797mm broad and 1575mm excessive. For comparability the Captur is 4227mm lengthy, whereas the bigger Austral measures 4510mm. The Symbioz is broadly an equal to the electrical Scenic, which measures 4470mm.

The shared improvement with the Captur might be seen from the near-identical entrance design, the one distinction being the sample labored into the grille. As with different new Renault fashions, most of the design particulars replicate the diagonal form of Renault’s brand.

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Get Benefits Of Up To Rs 52,000 On Renault Cars This April

The Renault Kiger subcompact SUV is being provided with highest advantages

  • Maximum advantages of as much as Rs 52,000 are being provided with the Renault Kiger.

  • The Renault Kwid and Renault Triber can be found with reductions of as much as Rs 47,000.

  • All affords are legitimate until the tip of April 2024.

Renault has rolled out its set of advantages for April 2024, relevant throughout all its fashions: Renault Kwid, Renault Triber, and Renault Kiger. The affords embrace money low cost, alternate and loyalty bonuses, and company reductions. Let’s take a look at model-wise supply particulars.

Renault Kwid

Renault Kwid

Offers

Amount

Cash Discount

Up to Rs 10,000

Exchange Bonus

Up to Rs 15,000

Loyalty Bonus

Up to Rs 10,000

Corporate Discount

Up to Rs 12,000

Maximum Benefits

Up to Rs 47,000

  • Save for the base-spec RXE variant, the reductions talked about above are relevant throughout all variants of the Renaut Kwid.

  • For the base-spec RXE, solely a loyalty bonus of Rs 10,000 is relevant.

  • The Renault Kwid is priced between Rs 4.70 lakh to Rs 6.45 lakh.

Also Check Out: Hyundai Cars Offered With Benefits Of Up To Rs 48,000 This April

Renault Triber

Renault Triber

Offers

Amount

Cash Discount

Up to Rs 10,000

Exchange Bonus

Up to Rs 15,000

Loyalty Bonus

Up to Rs 10,000

Corporate Discount

Up to Rs 12,000

Maximum Benefits

Up to Rs 47,000

  • Maximum advantages talked about within the desk are all legitimate throughout all variants of the Renault Triber, save for the base-spec RXE trim.

  • The base-spec RXE variant can solely be had with a loyalty bonus.

  • Prices for the Renault Triber vary between Rs 6 lakh and Rs 8.97 lakh.

Renault Kiger

Renault Kiger

Offers

Amount

Cash Discount

Up to Rs 15,000

Exchange Bonus

Up to Rs 15,000

Loyalty Bonus

Up to Rs 10,000

Corporate Discount

Up to Rs 12,000

Maximum Benefits

Up to Rs 52,000

  • The Renault Kiger is probably the most discounted mannequin right here. It will get the next money low cost of Rs 15,000.

  • Please notice that these advantages don’t apply to the base-spec RXE variant of the Kiger. This variant is barely out there with a loyalty bonus.

  • The Renault Kiger is priced between Rs 6 lakh to Rs 11.23 lakh.

Notes

  • Renault is providing an elective rural low cost of Rs 5,000 on all vehicles, nevertheless it can’t be mixed with the company low cost.

  • An elective low cost of Rs 10,000 can also be provided on all vehicles below the ‘R.E.Li.V.E’ scrappage program.

  • Renault can also be providing referral advantages throughout its fashions.

  • Discounts talked about above might fluctuate relying on the state and metropolis, please contact your nearest Renault dealership for extra particulars.

  • All costs are ex-showroom Delhi

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Here’s How Long It Will Take To Get An Entry-level Hatchback Home This April

The Renault Kwid is way extra available than the Maruti Alto K10 and S-Presso

Maruti Alto K10, Maruti S-Presso, Renault Kwid waiting period

If you are planning to purchase an entry-level hatchback this April, that too a Maruti one, you might need to attend some time till supply. Presently, you’ve the selection of a Maruti Alto K10, Renault Kwid and the Maruti S-Presso as a few of the most inexpensive vehicles within the nation Let’s see how lengthy you need to look forward to these entry-level hatchbacks in these high 20 cities: 

Waiting Period Table

City

Alto K10

Renault Kwid

Maruti S-Presso

New Delhi

2 months

0.5 month

2 months

Bangalore

2 months

0.5 month

1.5 months

Mumbai

2 months

0.5 month

1-2 months

Hyderabad

2 months

0.5-1 month

1 months

Pune

1 month

0.5 month

2.5 months

Chennai

2 months

No ready

2 months

Jaipur

2.5 months

No ready

1.5 months

Ahmedabad

2 months

No ready

1 month

Gurgaon

2 months

0.5 month

1.5 months

Lucknow

2 months

0.5 month

2 months

Kolkata

No ready

1 month

1 month

Thane

2 months

No ready

2 months

Surat

2 months

No ready

2 months

Ghaziabad

1 month

1 month

2 months

Chandigarh

1 month

0.5 month

2.5 months

Coimbatore

2 months

1 month

3 months

Patna

2.5 months

No ready

1.5 months

Faridabad

1 month

1 month

2 months

Indore

2 months

0.5-1 month

3 months

Noida

1 month

1 month

2 months

Maruti Alto K10

Key Takeaways

  • The common wait time for Alto K10 is round two months, however in cities like Jaipur, and Patna, you’ll have to wait for 2 and a half months. However, there isn’t any ready interval for consumers in Kolkata.

  • The Renault Kwid is essentially the most available entry-level hatchback, with a median ready interval of a month or much less. In cities like Chennai, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Thane, Surat, and Patna, the entry-level Renault is accessible with none ready interval. 

  • The Maruti S-Presso has the longest wait time of as much as three months for consumers in Coimbatore. However, the common wait time is much like that of the Alto K10 ranging between one and two months. 

Please be aware that the precise wait time for a brand new automobile can fluctuate primarily based on variant and color chosen, and inventory accessible at your nearest dealership.

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Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, And Tata Nexon Endure Highest Waiting Period In April 2024

Renault Kiger and Nissan Magnite are essentially the most available subcompact SUVs this April

Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, and Hyundai Venue

In April 2024, you would possibly encounter prolonged ready instances in case you are planning to purchase a subcompact SUV. Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, Tata Nexon are witnessing greater ready instances, whereas subcompact SUVs from Nissan and Renault should not solely going through shorter ready instances, however are additionally available for supply in some cities. We have detailed the ready interval on subcompact SUVs in prime 20 cities of India.

Note: We haven’t thought-about the Mahindra XUV300 on this listing because the automaker has briefly halted its bookings, that are anticipated to renew quickly with the revealing of its facelifted model.

Waiting Period Table

City

Maruti Brezza

Hyundai Venue

Tata Nexon

Kia Sonet

Nissan Magnite

Renault Kiger

New Delhi

1-3 months

2-3 months

2-2.5 months

3 months

1 month

0.5 month

Bengaluru

2.5 months

2-3 months

2 months

2 months

1 month

0.5 month

Mumbai

2-3 months

3 months

1-1.5 months

1 month

1 month

0.5 month

Hyderabad

1 month

3 months

1 month

1-2 months

0.5 month

0.5 month

Pune

2-3 months

3 months

2-3 months

2 months

1 month

0.5 month

Chennai

2-3 months

2.5-3.5 months

1.5-2 months

1 month

0.5 month

No ready

Jaipur

2-3 months

3 months

2 months

1-2 months

0.5 month

No ready

Ahmedabad

2-3 months

2 months

2 months

1-2 months

1 month

No ready

Gurugram

2-3 months

2 months

2 months

1 month

1 month

0.5 month

Lucknow

2-3 months

2 months

2 months

2-3 months

1 month

0.5 month

Kolkata

1 month

3 months

2-3 months

No ready

1 month

1 month

Thane

3 months

2.5-3.5 months

2 months

1 month

1 month

No ready

Surat

2-3 months

3 months

2 months

1 month

1 month

No ready

Ghaziabad

2-3 months

2-3 months

2-3 months

1 month

1 month

1 month

Chandigarh

2-3 months

3-3.5 months

2-3 months

2 months

1 week

0.5 month

Coimbatore

3-4 months

2.5-3.5 months

2-3 months

2 months

No ready

1 month

Patna

2-3 months

2 months

2 months

2 months

1 month

No ready

Faridabad

2-3 months

3 months

2-3 months

1-2 months

1 month

1 month

Indore

3-4 months

2.5-3.5 months

2-3 months

1 month

0.5-1 month

0.5-1 month

Noida

2-3 months

3 months

2-3 months

0.5 month

0.5-1 month

1 month

Key Takeaways

Maruti Brezza

  • The Maruti Brezza, which isn’t solely one of many top-selling fashions in its section but in addition one of many best-selling vehicles in India, is witnessing a median wait time of as much as 3 months in most cities. However in case you reside in Hyderabad and Kolkata, you will get the supply in 1 month.

  • The Hyundai Venue is witnessing a median ready interval of as much as 3 months in April 2024.

  • Meanwhile, the section’s top-selling mannequin,  the Tata Nexon is experiencing a median ready interval of as much as 2.5 months. For clients dwelling in Pune, Kolkata, Ghaziabad, Chandigarh, Coimbatore, Faridabad, Indore, and Noida, the ready interval ranges between 2 to three months.

Also Check Out: This Is How The Toyota Taisor Differs From The Maruti Fronx

Kia Sonet

  • The Kia Sonet’s common ready interval is as much as 1.5 months, which is shorter than these of Maruti, Hyundai, and Tata SUVs. Those seeking to purchase the Sonet in Delhi should endure the very best ready interval of three months in New Delhi, nevertheless in case you stay in Kolkata, it’s available for the supply.

  • The Nissan Magnite is experiencing a median ready time of as much as 1 month in most cities this April. There is not any ready on the Magnite for purchasers dwelling in Coimbatore. On the opposite hand, the Renault Kiger is essentially the most available subcompact SUV this month, with its common ready time of as much as half a month.The Kiger is available for supply in cities like Chennai, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Thane, Surat, and Patna.

Disclaimer: The ready interval talked about above might fluctuate relying on the variant, engine choice, or color chosen. Please contact your nearest dealership for extra particulars.

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Renault Captur revamped in pursuit of small SUV gross sales crown

The Renault Captur has been redesigned and closely upgraded for 2024 in a bid to propel it up the ranks of Europe’s hotly contested small SUV section.

Renault calls it “the B-segment car for living”, touting its small footprint however spacious (and ‘modular’) inside as attributes that make it “at home in the city or off the grid”. 

Sporting a brand new entrance finish, which brings it into line with the newer Clio and Scenic, and now obtainable in performance-inspired Esprit Alpine trim, the brand new Captur will tackle the revised Ford Puma and Nissan Juke when it lands in dealerships in autumn.

Aside from the styling adjustments on the entrance, the tweaked back lights and a spread of recent paint and trim choices, the Captur has been most clearly revamped inside, the place plusher supplies, additional equipment and new-generation infotainment mix to offer a extra “modern” and “upmarket” atmosphere, Renault says.

The centrepiece of the overhauled cabin is a brand new 10.4in vertical touchscreen, which includes Renault’s newest OpenR Link infotainment platform, bringing a raft of recent connectivity capabilities and wi-fi smartphone mirroring as customary. “It is as intuitive to use as a smartphone,” the model says. 

The upholstery differs in keeping with trim stage – Techno brings yellow stitching whereas Esprit Alpine provides blue inserts and French flag motifs, for instance – however there isn’t a chrome or leather-based on provide, in keeping with Renault’s sustainability ambitions. Instead, the agency says, “all the upholstery includes recycled fabrics selected for their low-carbon footprint, without compromising on perceived quality, feel or comfort.” 

Practicality stays the prevailing focus for Renault’s smallest SUV: the rear seat nonetheless slides again as much as 160mm, there may be 24.7 litres of cupboard space dotted across the cabin and the boot capability is 536 litres with the seats up. 

The Captur is actually the Clio’s taller sibling and, as such, continues to share the supermini’s CMF-B platform and selection of two petrol-electric hybrid powertrains. 

The entry-level set-up – anticipated to be priced from round £22,000 – is a 1.0-litre three-cylinder sending 90bhp by means of a six-speed handbook gearbox and able to round 48.3mpg on the WLTP cycle. 

The full-hybrid E-Tech variant, which is able to value roughly £29,000, combines a 94bhp 1.6-litre engine with a 48bhp electrical motor, an 18kW starter-generator and a 1.2kWh traction battery for 143bhp, 60.1mpg and engine-off driving at as much as 27mph for brief durations. 

The chassis, as with the body-in-white, is basically carried over from the earlier automotive, however the suspension geometry and shocks have been modified for “a more dynamic ride” whereas the steering has been recalibrated for improved response and management. 

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You Have to See Renault’s EV Jetski and Snowbike

You could also be aware of French automotive model Renault and its vast number of compact vehicles. And whereas the model is certainly a widely known identify within the automobile world, it’s solely simply beginning to develop into the mobility sector.

At the lately concluded Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS), Renault unveiled fairly a number of attention-grabbing ideas that may seize the eye of us powersports fans.

Spicing issues up much more, Renault teamed up with 5 French startups on 5 distinctive e-mobility merchandise. The whole venture was branded “5 Movements,” encapsulating mobility throughout all types of terrain—from water, snow, tarmac, and off-road terrain. Let’s go over these attention-grabbing machines.

Searacer

Renault Searacer

Renault Searacer

The first one is known as the Searacer, and it was developed in partnership with Flavien Neyertz, CEO of French startup Searider. The electrical private watercraft (PWC) is the primary of its form to be crafted in France, and Renault says that it’s designed particularly to be used in watersports.

It’s packing a high-density electrical motor, and though the specs have but to be revealed, Renault says that the Searacer is flexible sufficient to impress seasoned adrenaline junkies. I imply, it received an A’Design Award, in addition to MotoGP World Champ Fabio Quartararo’s seal of approval.

Moonbike

Renault Moonbike

Renault Moonbike

Transitioning from water to land, Renault teamed up with Nicolas Muron, the CEO and founding father of MoonBikes for the eponymous Moonbike. So that is little greater than a rebadge.

But the Moonbike, nevertheless, isn’t a motorcycle, however relatively, a compact snowmobile aptly known as snow scooter.

With a caterpillar-style monitor on the again and a ski on the entrance, the Moonbike could make fast work of slushy snow rocketing as much as a prime pace of 40 kilometers per hour (about 25 miles per hour). Thanks to its beltless and chainless design, the Moonbike requires little upkeep, making it a reliable possibility for winter mobility.

Executive Editor Jonathon Klein’s pal, Jake Richmond, has truly examined the Moonbike earlier than, although he was lower than effusive, saying, “I had fun, don’t get me wrong. If it were $2,500, I’d buy one. But at $10,000 after tax for the standard battery, why not just get a Sur-Ron with sled kit or a lower-end 2024 Ski-Doo?”

Evol BMX

Renault Evol BMX

Renault Evol BMX

While we’re on land, let’s transition into dryer climate with the Evol BMX, crafted in partnership with Olivier Le Quellec, founding father of Evol Bike. The Evol BMX is, because the identify suggests, an electrical BMX bike, and was born out of the collaboration between Le Quellec and architect Vincent Coste.

Powered by a 500-watt motor with a prime pace of 28 miles per hour, the Evol BMX is extra of an city commuter relatively than a stunt bike able to jumps and barspins.

Reverso Sailing Dinghy

Renault Reverso

Renault Reverso

Jumping again into the water, Renault teamed up with Antoine Simon of Reverso for this compact sailboat. Measuring 3.4 by 1.45 meters (11 by 4.7 toes), the Reverso will be disassembled into 4 impartial components for simple storage and transport.

There’s no point out of an electrical motor right here, so it appears such as you’ll must resort to utilizing the built-in sail, or some oars, to get round.

Plume Foil

Renault Plume Foil

Renault Plume Foil

Last however definitely not least, Renault presents the Plume Foil with designer Etienne Monbereau. This eFoil is form of like a surfboard, besides you can experience it even in nonetheless water. It packs a robust electrical motor that may propel the board to a prime pace of 35 kilometers per hour (22 miles per hour).

Weighing in at lower than 30 kilograms (about 66 kilos), it’s gentle sufficient so that you can simply load into the again of a van or pickup truck in your subsequent journey to the seashore.

Recent years have seen numerous automakers enterprise into the e-mobility world. Big names like Porsche, Ducati, and even Rivian have established a presence within the electrical bicycle world.

But now, Renault is pushing the boundaries even additional by introducing ideas that transcend simply two wheels—and even dry land for that matter.

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The New Renault Captur Gets Esprit Alpine Trim, Loses Leather

Renault gave the Clio supermini a mid-cycle facelift a couple of yr in the past, so it is solely pure its crossover equal is receiving a nip and tuck as nicely. The 2024 Captur follows the most recent design language with hanging LED daytime operating lights and the restyled diamond brand. The total entrance fascia has been redesigned, which does not occur fairly often throughout a car’s shelf life.

There are fewer modifications on the rear the place the taillights have retained their “C” form however now have completely different graphics. Renault up to date its badge on the tailgate to suit the most recent company id, and it seems to be as if the pretend exhaust ideas at the moment are (fortunately) a factor of the previous. Hopefully, it’s an indication this annoying pattern is starting to die off.


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Renault, Volvo Group companion on industrial EVs to be ‘Tesla of vans’

Renault and lorry maker the Volvo Group have established a brand new start-up that goals to flip the European industrial car sector on its head with a variety of extremely modular electrical vans.

Called Flexis, it goals to capitalise on development in demand for zero-emission industrial autos, which is predicted by its creators to rise by 40% every year till 2030.

Explaining its ambitions, Renault Group CEO Luca de Meo mentioned: “This is the Tesla of the commercial vehicle in a way. That’s the way you have to see it.”

The first Flexis mannequin – a part of a three-van line-up teased in a press convention – might be launched in 2026. Based on a bespoke skateboard structure, it was promised by de Meo to “completely transform” the frequent notion of a van.

“It’s not a white box on wheels with a diesel engine any more,” he mentioned.

It might be a “step-in van” designed round last-mile deliveries in metropolis centres, prioritising how effectively it makes use of area in addition to outright manoeuvrability. It could have a footprint roughly according to the present Renault Kangoo however with a a lot taller roofline to provide a complete cargo capability matching the Renault Trafic from the phase above.

Those tight proportions may even make sure the van has a turning circle on a par with B-segment superminis, Renault prompt.

Flexis has additionally labored intently with logistics corporations to optimise the inside packaging of its vans, with French freight agency CMA CGM taking a ten% stake within the enterprise.

De Meo mentioned this method was impressed by Rivian, which developed its electric van with Amazon, and not too long ago failed start-up Arrival, which partnered with UPS and Post Office.

The Flexis vans’ interiors have been designed to avoid wasting as a lot time for his or her operators as attainable.

De Meo defined: “We have been attempting to get each second out of interplay between the motive force and the van, as a result of each 30 seconds that you simply save in a supply we estimate is [worth an extra] 1% profitability for the logistics operator.

“So you get into the van from the side; you don’t have to go back and open the door. You will have a mechanism to order the packages based on the delivery route. Everything will be like this, because 30 seconds is 1% profitability.”

Flexis CEO Philippe Divry mentioned that ease of operation can also be a key consideration. He elaborated: “Quite a lot of logistics corporations see their drivers altering jobs after 12-18 months, so it’s important to think about altering your complete workforce each 12-18 months.

“If we can make our vehicle more easy to drive, more friendly for people who deliver 100 or 150 packages a day, and we can keep them longer on the job, that’s much more value, much less disturbance in the customer’s operation.”

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Here’s How Long It Will Take To Get A Subcompact SUV Home This March

The Mahindra XUV300 is experiencing the best demand this month, whereas the Renault Kiger has the shortest ready durations

Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet

If you are planning to purchase a subcompact SUV this March, be ready for prolonged ready instances, significantly for fashions from Tata, Maruti, Hyundai, Kia, and Mahindra. However, SUVs from Renault and Nissan usually have shorter ready durations. To help you in making an knowledgeable determination based mostly on ready instances that fit your preferences, we have detailed the ready durations for all subcompact SUVs in prime 20 cities of India.

Waiting Period Table

City

Tata Nexon

Maruti Brezza

Hyundai Venue / Hyundai Venue N Line

Kia Sonet

Mahindra XUV300

Nissan Magnite

Renault Kiger

New Delhi

1.5-2 months

2-2.5 months

2 months

3 months

2-4 months

1 month

1-2 weeks

Bengaluru

2 months

1-1.5 months

2 months

2 months

3 months

1 month

2-3 weeks

Mumbai

1-2 months

1-3 months

3 months / 2.5-3.5 months

1 month

3 months

1 month

2 weeks

Hyderabad

2 months

2-2.5 months

2.5-3.5 months / 2-2.5 months

1-2 months

2.5-3 months

2 weeks

3 weeks

Pune

2 months

2-3 months

3-3.5 months / 3-5 months

2 months

2-4 months

1 month

2 weeks

Chennai

2-3 months

2-3 months

2-3 months / 3 months

1 month

2-4 months

2-3 weeks

No ready

Jaipur

2-3 months

2 months

3 months

1-2 months

2.5-3.5 months

2 weeks

No ready

Ahmedabad

1.5 to 2 months

1 month

3 months

1-2 months

2-4 months

1 month

No ready

Gurugram

1.5 to 2 months

3 months

2.5-3.5 months / 2-2.5 months

1 month

3.5 months

1 month

1-2 weeks

Lucknow

2-3 months

2-3 months

3 months

2-3 months

3.5-5 months

1 month

2 weeks

Kolkata

2 months

2-3 months

2.5-3.5 months / 2-2.5 months

No ready

2-4 months

1 month

3-4 weeks

Thane

2-3 months

2-3 months

2.5-3.5 months / 2-2.5 months

1 month

3 months

1 month

No ready

Surat

2-3 months

2-3 months

3 months / 2.5-3.5 months

3 weeks

2-4 months

1 month

No ready

Ghaziabad

2 months

2.5-3 months

2.5-3.5 months / 2-2.5 months

1 month

3.5-5 months

1 month

3-4 weeks

Chandigarh

2 months

2-3 months

3 months

2 month

1-3 months

1 week

2-3 weeks

Coimbatore

2 months

2-3 months

3 months

2 month

2-4 months

No ready

3-4 weeks

Patna

2 months

2 months

3 months / 2.5-3.5 months

2 month

2-4 months

3-4 weeks

No ready

Faridabad

2 months

2-3 months

2 months

1-2 months

3-5 months

1 month

1 month

Indore

2 months

2-3 months

3 months

1 month

2-4 months

2-3 weeks

3-4 weeks

Noida

2 months

2-3 months

2.5-3.5 months / 2-2.5 months

2 weeks

3 months

2-3 weeks

3-4 weeks

Key Takeaways

Tata Nexon 2023 Front

  • The Tata Nexon is at the moment experiencing a median ready time of round 2 months. In cities like Chennai, Jaipur, Thane, Lucknow, and Surat, clients might have to attend for as much as 3 months to get their automotive delivered. 

  • Maruti Brezza, which can also be one of many top-selling sub-4m SUVs in India, is witnessing a median ready time of virtually 2.5 months. However for those who reside in Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, you may get your automotive delivered in below 2 months.

Also Check Out: Take A Look At The Top 10 Best-selling Cars Of February 2024

  • Both Hyundai Venue and Venue N Line are witnessing a median ready interval of round 3 months. In reality in Pune, the Venue N Line is experiencing the best demand with its ready interval going as much as 5 months.

  • The Kia Sonet’s common ready interval is lower than that of the Hyundai Venue, going as much as 1.5 months. For clients residing in Kolkata, the SUV is available for supply this month. While in Surat and Noida, count on the Sonet to be out there for supply in below a month.

  • The Mahindra XUV300 is experiencing its highest ready time of as much as 4 months this March. Those who reside in Lucknow, Ghaziabad, and Faridabad may encounter delays of as much as 5 months in supply. 

Also Check Out: Mahindra XUV300 Bookings Halted, Will Resume With The Facelifted Version

  • The Nissan Magnite may be had with a median ready time of as much as 1 month. In Coimbatore, it has no ready interval in any respect. On the opposite hand, the Renault Kiger is essentially the most available subcompact SUV within the phase in March 2024. It has no ready time in any respect in cities like Chennai, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Thane, Surat, and Patna.

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