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Mahindra XUV 3XO (XUV300 Facelift) Performance And Mileage Details Teased

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The newest teaser reveals that the XUV 3XO will get a brand new torque converter automated transmission for the diesel engine

Mahindra XUV 3XO performance and mileage details teased

  • Mahindra to disclose the facelifted XUV300 (now known as the XUV 3XO) on April 29.

  • New teaser confirms a torque converter automated instead of the older 6-speed AMT with the diesel engine.

  • Claims a 0 to 60 kmph acceleration time of 4.5 seconds.

  • To get the identical petrol and diesel engines because the outgoing XUV300.

  • Will even have the identical drive modes (Zip, Zap and Zoom) as supplied on new Mahindra SUVs.

  • Launch anticipated quickly after its debut; costs might begin from Rs 9 lakh (ex-showroom).

It’s virtually time for the Mahindra XUV 3XO (facelifted XUV300) to make its international debut. Ahead of its reveal on April 29, the carmaker has been teasing the up to date SUV confirming a few of its exterior and inside options. The newest teaser, which reveals the inside of the SUV, has additionally given us an perception into a few of its key technical specs:

Powertrain And Specifications Teased

We anticipate the XUV 3XO to get the identical turbo-petrol and diesel engines because the outgoing XUV300, detailed beneath:

Specifications

1.2-litre Turbo-petrol

1.2-litre TGDi Turbo-petrol

1.5-litre Diesel

Power

110 PS

130 PS

117 PS

Torque

200 Nm

Up to 250 Nm

300 Nm

Transmission

6-speed MT, 6-speed AMT

6-speed MT

6-speed MT, 6-speed AT (anticipated)

Based on the newest teaser, it seems to be like Mahindra might provide the XUV 3XO with a 6-speed torque converter automated gearbox as a substitute of the AMT unit with the diesel engine. No different powertrain-specific modifications have been revealed for the Mahindra sub-4m SUV.

The newest video additionally states the ARAI-claimed mileage determine of 20.1 kmpl for XUV 3XO, which we consider shall be for the brand new diesel-auto mixture. We predict Mahindra to disclose the opposite powertrain-wise claimed mileage figures on the time of the up to date subcompact SUV’s unveiling. 

Mahindra XUV 3XO claimed 0-60 kmph sprint time

Mahindra has additionally introduced a claimed 0 to 60 kmph dash time of 4.5 seconds. The teaser additionally confirms that it’s going to have the identical drive modes  – Zip, Zap and Zoom – because the model’s different SUVs together with the XUV700 and Scorpio N.

Design Changes Summed Up

Mahindra XUV 3XO headlight

Previous teasers have proven that the XUV 3XO will get a contemporary grille having triangular elaborations, new alloy wheel design, and LED linked taillights. Inside, the cabin can have a redesigned dashboard format, now that includes a free-floating touchscreen, and an up to date local weather management panel.

Also Read: Production-spec Mercedes-Benz EQG Breaks Cover! All-electric G-Class Packs Over 1,000 Nm and 4 Gearboxes

Features And Safety Tech On Board

Mahindra XUV 3XO panoramic sunroof

Mahindra will provide the brand new XUV 3XO with twin 10.25-inch screens (one for infotainment and the opposite as the motive force show). Other confirmed options embody a segment-first panoramic sunroof, dual-zone AC, cruise management, and push-button begin/cease. It can also be anticipated to get rear AC vents, wi-fi telephone charging, and ventilated entrance seats.

Passenger security will doubtless be taken care of by as much as six airbags, a 360-degree digital camera, digital stability management (ESC), and a few superior driver help methods (ADAS).

Expected Launch And Price

The Mahindra XUV 3XO is predicted to be launched quickly after its debut, with costs more likely to start from Rs 9 lakh (ex-showroom). It will lock horns with the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue, Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger, and the upcoming Skoda sub-4m SUV; and the 2 sub-4m crossovers, the Maruti Fronx and Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor.

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Motorsport

Watch This Old Chevy Barn Find Get Its Last Wash Before Going to the Junk Yard

Pour one out for this 1952 Chevrolet two-door sedan. It’s completely filthy and exhibits proof of a crash in some unspecified time in the future in its lengthy life, but it surely’s what you possibly can’t see that issues most. After sitting on a concrete barn flooring for the final 48 years, its body is rotten.

This Chevy is destined for the crusher, but it surely’s not going to its closing resting place with no closing wash. The automotive is the middle level for the newest cleanup challenge from Detail Dane, who found this relic not removed from his Northern Michigan store.

The proprietor’s father acquired the automotive within the Seventies when he purchased a home by a tax sale. It was sitting within the storage and subsequently trailered to the barn, the place it was began and pushed “a little bit” across the constructing earlier than going inside. That was in 1976, and that is the place it stayed till Dane arrived along with his trailer and a video digital camera.

Clearly this Chevy’s been parked for many years, however previous snow tires on the again recommend it was parked throughout winter. In Michigan, which means highway salt. And sadly, it seems this automotive wasn’t washed previous to its lengthy slumber. There’s appreciable rust beneath, with corrosion a severe toll on the acres of chrome. It rolls out of the barn with out a lot fanfare, although, and at a look, seems to be candidate for restoration.

Then the cleanup begins. The exterior is so filthy {that a} vacuum is known as in earlier than the facility washing begins. An enormous mouse nest is discovered within the trunk, and the inside is crammed with mildew. It’s there the place the sedan’s mortal wounds are found. After eradicating the seats we will see the ground is rotted by. We may see large holes within the body not seen from beneath. Bummer.

body could possibly be sourced for restoration, however a 1952 Chevrolet two-door sedan (in Styleline Deluxe trim) would not command huge cash like these from later within the decade. And with the filth cleared away, it is apparent this automotive had some collision harm and a repaint in some unspecified time in the future. Add all of it up, and you’ve got a crusty basic that simply is not value saving.

1952 Chevrolet Sedan Cleanup

That doesn’t suggest its story is over, nonetheless. In the video, Dane says he purchased the automotive and may do one thing a bit loopy, like drop it on a 4×4 body to make an enormous off-roader. Parting it out can be an possibility, however no matter occurs from right here, its life as a humble Chevy sedan is effectively and really over.

Motorsport

This Tuned X3 M Is as Quick as a Huracán in a Drag Race

The BMW X3 M is a critically potent efficiency SUV. A head-to-head video from the DragInstances YouTube channel exhibits that a couple of aftermarket upgrades, it could actually even sustain with and beat a Lamborghini Huracán Tecnica.

The DragInstances channel by no means publishes the BMW’s actual output, however we all know it makes north of 700 horsepower. The 3.0-liter straight-six engine has an upgraded consumption, new downpipes, and a tune to assist wring all the ability from the potent S58. An even bigger physique, extra tools, and more room means it weighs over 1,000 kilos greater than the Lamborghini. At least it has all-wheel drive.

The Huracán is down on energy on this battle, with its naturally aspirated 5.2-liter V10 making 640 hp. A seven-speed dual-clutch transmission sends energy to the rear wheels—good for dealing with and enjoyable, however dangerous information for straight-line acceleration.

The BMW is ready to sustain and even beat the supercar in a sequence of quarter-mile races. It crossed the end line first in two battles and returned a faster entice time within the final run, finishing the race in 10.553 seconds at 131.55 miles per hour. The Huracán did it in 10.583 seconds at 130.78 mph.

The X3 M wasn’t far behind within the different two runs, both. It accomplished the primary race with a ten.819-second time at 131.42 mph and improved within the second drag, crossing the road in 10.564 seconds at 131.46 mph. The Lamborghini returned 10.583- and 10.530-second occasions at 130.62 and 130.75 mph, respectively.

News

BMW Motorrad Is Making Its Triumphant Return to EICMA

EICMA has at all times been the gold customary of bike commerce reveals. Manufacturers of bikes, gear, equipment and gear flock to Italy yearly to showcase their newest improvements. And in recent times, EICMA has been nothing wanting stellar.

Anyone who’s anybody on this planet of two wheels makes certain to placed on a present at EICMA. But again in 2021, BMW Motorrad made an announcement that it will stop participating in any and all motorcycle trade shows till additional discover. Back then, all the world was nonetheless grappling with the Covid-19 pandemic—one thing that now looks like a distant reminiscence. 

But it looks like that is all about to vary.

2023 BMW M 1000 RR - Track

BMW Motorrad not too long ago introduced that it’ll certainly be making a comeback to EICMA this 12 months. And none aside from the corporate’s boss, Markus Flasch, made the assertion. “It is with great pleasure that I announce the presence of BMW Motorrad at EICMA. I can’t wait to experience this great show firsthand and share the immense passion that drives us with our entire community, two-wheel enthusiasts, and fans of our brand.”

It appears that BMW’s been experiencing a critical case of FOMO for the previous 4 years and it’s been lacking out on EICMA. Or perhaps, simply perhaps, the German producer has an enormous shock up its sleeve that it merely couldn’t let the distinguished halls of EICMA miss out on?

Whatever the case could also be, it certain is superior that one of many largest bike producers will probably be making a comeback at EICMA. Speaking of, EICMA 2024 is scheduled for November 5 to 10, 2024.

It’ll be held within the bustling fairgrounds of the Fiera Milano Rho. If you’re eager on attending the largest bike commerce present of the 12 months, it may be a good suggestion to start out reserving your flights and lodging as early as now as Milan tends to be jam packed throughout EICMA season.

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Mahindra Thar 5-door Spotted While Stuck In A Bit Of Slush

A contemporary spy video reveals that you must most likely plan for the 4WD variant if you wish to go off-tarmac within the 5-door Thar

Mahindra Thar 5-door Stuck In Manali

  • The check mule appears to be a rear-wheel-drive (RWD) variant.

  • There may very well be a number of components just like the out there traction and the situation of tyres which made it caught

  • Mahindra will supply the elongated model of the Thar with the identical 2-litre turbo-petrol and a couple of.2-litre diesel engine.

  • It is predicted to be priced from Rs 15 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards.

While there are a wholesome quantity of spy photographs of the Mahindra Thar 5-door check mules on the web, a brand new video has surfaced on-line that clearly reveals the draw back of selecting the rear-wheel-drive variant over the 4WD SUV. This check mule of the 5-door Thar was spied in Manali, the place it was struggling to drive out of a slushy path.

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In the video, upon nearer statement, solely the rear wheels of the check mule are seen spinning, suggesting that it could be a 4X2 (rear-wheel-drive) variant, or no less than didn’t have 4WD engaged. Consequently, there might not have been ample traction to navigate the slushy terrain. However, don’t dismiss the Thar 5-door’s off-road capabilities on this one instance. There are different components at play as properly, similar to mud that might have blended into the ice, making it tougher for the SUV to maneuver by it on common tyres that might not be one of the best for the slippery terrain.

There are different a number of components as properly, like driver’s talent and the situation of the tyres which have been used on the check mule. 

More About Upcoming Mahindra Thar 5-door

5-door Mahindra Thar Cabin

The Mahindra Thar 5-door will use the identical engine choices as its 3-door counterpart, together with a 2-litre turbo-petrol engine and a couple of.2-litre diesel engine, however in increased states of tune. Both engines might be mated to both a 6-speed handbook transmission or a 6-speed automated transmission, and identical to that common Thar, the 5-door model will include the selection of each 4-wheel-drive (4WD) and rear-wheel-drive (RWD) drivetrain. 

Also Check Out: Force Gurkha 5-door Looks Ready For Launch In Latest Set Of Spy Shots

More Features Over Thar 3-door

5-door Mahindra Thar Spied

Mahindra will supply the 5-door model of the Thar with extra options over the 3-door model, together with an even bigger touchscreen, a ten.25-inch digital driver’s show, a single pane sunroof, rear AC vents, and an auto-dimming IRVM. For extra particulars of what the elongated Thar may supply over its common model, click here.

In phrases of security, the Thar 5-door may get six airbags, digital stability management (ESC), entrance and rear parking sensors, a rearview digicam and it may additionally get a 360-degree digicam within the increased variants. 

Expected Price & Rivals

The Mahindra Thar 5-door is predicted to be launched in India within the second half of 2024 from Rs 15 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards. It might be an even bigger various to the Maruti Jimny, whereas it’s going to additionally rival the 5-door version of the Force Gurkha.

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Technology

10 Sci-Fi Mechs We’d Love To Test Drive

“Gurren Lagann” is arguably the craziest mecha anime ever created. The present’s flagship robotic, Gurren Lagann, makes use of drills to assault, combines with and empowers different robots, and defies physics on an hourly foundation. However, as highly effective as Gurren Lagann can get, its evil counterpart Lazengann is arguably cooler.

Lazengann is the antithesis of Gurren Lagann, as befitting the mech of the present’s first major antagonist. Whereas Gurren Lagann is cumbersome and ostentatious,  Lazengann is glossy, slender, and sinister. To put it one other method, Gurren Lagann appears cool as a result of the mech works exhausting at it, whereas Lazengann appears cool with out even making an attempt.

While appearances play an enormous half in our desire for Lazengann over Gurren Lagann, the true deciding issue is the gulf between capabilities. Technically talking, each mechs have the identical talent units, however Lazengann edges Gurren Lagann out in velocity, sturdiness, and magnificence. Both can sprout drills throughout their our bodies, and Gurren Lagann combines them into one nice huge giga drill, which — thoughts you — continues to be superior. 

Lazengann, nonetheless, wins as a result of it makes use of these like whips. Ergo, Lazengann channels the present’s spirit of prioritizing human willpower and bullheadedness over logic and physics much more than Gurren Lagann. So sure, utilizing a drill like a drill is superior, however utilizing a drill like a lathe is much more superior, particularly when it’s accompanied by one of the best songs within the present.

Motorsport

Watch A Pickup Driver Fly Into A Gas Pump And Destroy An Entire Station

Dramatic video out of New Mexico revealed to social media on Monday exhibits the second a truck driver smashed right into a fuel pump and destroyed a station whereas reportedly having a seizure behind the wheel. Thankfully nobody was killed, and the driving force reportedly walked away with simply minor accidents.

A video from extrezionx on TikTok captured your complete occasion by way of a touch cam. Taken in entrance of a Speedway fuel station within the small city of La Plata, the footage has an eerie Final Destination vibe to it. The clip accommodates some robust language so be suggested earlier than you click on the play button. Considering this crash occurs instantly in entrance of the digital camera, a couple of F-bombs are definitely comprehensible.

 

As the digital camera nears the station, we see headlights of a pickup truck approaching within the distance. The date and time stamp on the video reads February 4 at roughly 8:42 pm native time. All appears regular till the headlights instantly veer in direction of the station with none indication of slowing down. Pausing the video simply earlier than impression tells us the truck is a first-generation GMC Sierra, constructed from 1999 by way of 2007.

Unpausing it exhibits the pickup’s fiery demise because it crashes by way of the gasoline pump and help beam for the roof, inflicting it to break down simply as spilled gasoline bursts into flames. As far as we are able to inform, the driving force of the GMC by no means touched the brakes, which can have truly helped on this occasion. Had the impression occurred at a slower velocity, the truck could have been caught below the collapsed cover, trapping it there within the flames. Instead, the Sierra continues out-of-frame and involves relaxation close to a tree, as seen in a follow-up video from extrezionx.

An unconfirmed report from Storyful claims the GMC’s driver was a girl who suffered a seizure, resulting in the crash. That report additionally states she had simply minor accidents in consequence. The San Juan County Sheriff’s Department responded to the incident; we contacted their workplace for remark and confirmed the crash befell however further particulars have been unavailable. When extra info is available in we’ll you should definitely replace this text.

From our vantage level, this crash might have ended a lot worse. Stay protected on the market people.

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This YouTuber Turned A Wi-Fi Router Into A Nintendo Switch Emulator

In his video, Taki Udon promptly reveals off his “beast” of a Wi-Fi router that comprises 16GB of RAM and 256GB of bodily storage, which is beefier than some laptops available on the market. He notes that there’s an irregular variety of HDMI ports on the router, inflicting him to consider that it desperately desires to change into a gaming console. The YouTuber made it clear that the router he reveals within the video is genuinely his router, and when he does not want it as a router, he desires to make use of it as a gaming system. So, he did simply that.

After a fast teardown of the system to get a take a look at its internals for a greater understanding of its capabilities, Taki Udon efficiently downloaded a Linux distro. That allowed him to put in “Free Doom” and “Minecraft” onto a wi-fi HDMI display. Installing “Minecraft” took extra time than he was comfy with, however he broke down his course of for getting it to run earlier than shifting on to his subsequent aim: Downloading a Nintendo Switch emulator.

The first sport he put in and efficiently performed is “Sonic Mania” with the second being “Bastion.” He additionally put in and performed “Skyrim” briefly however bumped into graphical points and a system crash shortly into the intro. However, “Persona 5” ran swimmingly for him with out ever crashing, proving that with a little bit know-how, players do not want an precise console to play a few of their favourite video games.

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Intermot Motorcycle Show To Be Held Annually Starting 2024

Intermot is taken into account as one of many largest bike reveals in Europe. While not precisely sporting the identical grand magnitude as that of EICMA, Intermot, held in Germany, is nonetheless an enormous occasion the place bike producers showcase their newest improvements for the succeeding mannequin 12 months. Up till now, Intermot was held each different 12 months. Interestingly, that’s about to alter.

Intermot first opened its doorways again in 1998, the place it was held in Munich, Germany. The occasion was conceptualized as a one-stop-shop for bike producers, suppliers, and naturally, lovers, to converge and showcase their newest improvements. Usually, developments and prototypes showcased at Intermot would make their technique to manufacturing within the 12 months that adopted. As the years glided by, Intermot expanded its attain past the European market, attracting international gamers to showcase their latest merchandise within the industry.

Given the fast progress of the electrical and mobility industries, plainly there’s simply an excessive amount of innovation for Intermot to be held biennially. Indeed, from 2024, Intermot will now be a yearly occasion, bringing extra frequent pleasure to bike lovers from all throughout Europe. On high of that, Intermot will now be held in December, extra particularly, December 5 to eight, 2024, to raised align with the winter season, and setting the stage for an thrilling succeeding model-year that can kick off in spring.

On high of that, Intermot’s new schedule aligns with riders taking a winter break, and maybe contemplating their subsequent bikes for the upcoming driving season. What higher technique to resolve than to rise up shut and private with the upcoming mannequin releases for the approaching 12 months, proper? Indeed, admiring a motorcycle’s specs on paper is one factor, however seeing the bike within the metallic and attending to swing a leg over it’s a entire completely different expertise – one which absolutely helps riders make higher, extra educated selections.

Given the brand new schedule adjustments, Kölnmesse, Intermot’s organizer, and the occasion’s sponsor, the German Motorcycle Industry Association, are wanting ahead to ship an elevated expertise to lovers and potential shoppers. Interestingly, an excellent variety of bike producers with sturdy operations within the German and neighboring European markets have confirmed their assist. More particularly, BMW Motorrad Germany, Kawasaki Motors Europe N.V., and Yamaha Motor Europe N.V., have already confirmed their participation on this 12 months’s Intermot.

Motorsport

The New Porsche Macan EV Bares It All In Design Sketches

Porsche exhibits the Macan EV in revealing design sketches, and Cadillac pronounces an electrical V.

This is AM Drive, Motor1’s day by day have a look at the information you want earlier than you get in your automobile.

2025 Porsche Macan EV Design Sketches

It’s secure to say that Porsche has by no means generated this a lot hype round a brand new product. Finally debuting on January 25, the next-generation Macan is being teased one final time in surprisingly revealing photographs. The design sketches complement the official photos fully showing the interior that had been launched on the finish of final 12 months.

Don’t let the evolutionary styling trick you into believing the brand new Macan is said to the fuel mannequin. It sits on a special platform developed from day one completely for EVs. From the main points launched to this point by Porsche, the highest model goes to have over 600 horsepower and 738 pound-feet (1,000 Newton-meters) from a dual-motor setup. The juice goes to be offered by a big 100.0-kilowatt-hour battery that may deal with 270-kilowatt charging.

2025 Porsche Macan EV sketch

Porsche describes the 2025 Macan as a sporty crossover with a “striking design” and geared up with all-wheel steering. It’ll be supplied with a rear digital locking differential and a classy air suspension with two-valve dampers. Following its debut on Wednesday, it is slated to go on sale later this 12 months when Audi will launch its equal mannequin, the Q6 E-Tron.

While an official announcement has but to be made, the Macan EV is broadly believed to supersede the gasoline model within the European Union. Porsche apparently will not be allowed to promote the present crossover for for much longer in EU international locations due to forthcoming cybersecurity regulations.

Cadillac To Show Electric V Later This Year

2022-Cadillac-CT4-V-and-CT5-V-Blackwing

The V sequence is about to enter the electrical period as Cadillac has introduced a zero-emission efficiency car will break cowl later this 12 months. The disclosure was made throughout a media roundtable, the place journalists had been requested to “stay tuned” for an electrical V mannequin. Cited by Automotive News, an organization spokesperson mentioned lovers ought to stay up for “performance variants no matter the propulsion.”

It’s unclear whether or not Cadillac was referring to a manufacturing mannequin or an idea. Regardless, the CT4-V and CT5-V sedans together with the Escalade-V SUV with their highly effective combustion engines will likely be complemented ultimately by a scorching EV. 2024 is a crucial 12 months for GM’s luxurious model and the V Series because it marks 20 years for the reason that first manufacturing mannequin, the 2004 CTS-V.