Unfortunately, the favoritism of SUVs and crossovers over station wagons and the declining state of the auto trade gave the revived Dodge Magnum no small quantity of bother from the beginning — and people obstacles resulted in gross sales that had been stable however not stable sufficient. While it garnered a constructive reception on the time of its launch, the automobile apparently wasn’t assembly Chrysler’s business requirements. To some extent, the writing was on the wall even earlier than the announcement of its discontinuation was made.
In the 2007 press launch asserting the Magnum’s discontinuation, the corporate cited the smaller automobile market, the business underperformance of the car, and strain from sellers to pivot away from the mannequin. “These actions reflect our new customer-driven philosophy and allow us to focus our resources on new, more profitable and appealing products,” Jim Press, Vice Chairman and President of Chrysler, said within the press launch. “Further, these product actions are all in response to dealer requests.”
The Magnum wasn’t the one mannequin on the chopping block, both. Alongside the unlucky station wagon, the Chrysler Pacifica, Chrysler Crossfire, and the convertible Chrysler PT Cruiser had been all axed. While some, just like the Pacifica, have since seen a return in recent times, the Magnum stays dormant. As for whether or not this legacy Dodge model will ever be revived, that is still to be seen.
Here at JourneyApart, we love scooters and different charming small-displacement machines. Unfortunately, lots of these pint-sized two-wheelers aren’t accessible within the US, so our US-based readers will both need to journey overseas, or simply dwell vicariously by way of both me or Earl (as we’re primarily based in Southeast Asia) who’ve fast and quick access to those little bikes.
Over in Japan, Yamaha has launched a refresh of one among its hottest scooters, the Vino. The Yamaha Vino began life in 2004 and since then, the little scooter hasn’t actually modified a lot, with Yamaha largely retaining its simplistic, charming styling, all whereas updating it to evolve to modern-day efficiency and emissions requirements. For the 2024 model-year, the Vino is making a comeback with Yamaha throwing on a recent coat of paint.
2024 Yamaha Vino 50 – Mahogany Brown Metallic
For 2024, the Vino is being offered in three extra colours unique to Japan – Fighting Red, Matte Jeans Blue Metallic, and Puco Blue. Yamaha says that every of those colours is supposed to focus on the Vino’s playful and charming nature. The new Fighting Red colorway is alleged to embody the scooter’s retro inspirations, and comes with black accents on the saddle and footrests. Meanwhile, the Matte Jeans Blue Metallic colorway places a sporty spin on the scooter, with grey accents that add a contact of distinction. Lastly, the Puco Blue colorway accentuates the scooter’s informal styling, making it equal elements commuter and life-style car.
2024 Yamaha Vino 50 – Puco Blue
2024 Yamaha Vino 50 – Matte Jeans Blue Metallic
Apart from the three new colorways, the Yamaha Vino will proceed to be supplied in Japan in Beige, Brown, and Black motifs, with a complete of six coloration selections for patrons to select from.
Colors apart, the Yamaha Vino’s design is supposed to embody each life-style and practicality. Its retro styling immediately units it aside from common scooters. However, within the facilities division, it impresses with its practicality and luggage-carrying capabilities. For starters, there’s a big storage compartment and a hook for hanging your bag on the entrance apron. Up entrance, the glove field has a charging port so that you can energy up your gadgets on the go. The Vino additionally will get a rear wheel lock and key cylinder shutter for theft deterrence. Last however not least, its instrument cluster is minimalist, displaying the time, gasoline degree, velocity, and repair interval.
On the efficiency aspect of issues, the Vino is powered by a compact workhorse of an engine – a 50, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, SOHC, single-cylinder engine. Yamaha claims a powerful gasoline financial system of 58.4 kilometers per liter (about 137 miles to the gallon), which signifies that you’ll get various vary from its 4.5-liter (1.2-gallon) gasoline tank. When it involves pricing, the Vino carries an inexpensive price ticket of 214,500 yen, or about $1,434 USD.
Electric cars are now some of the fastest, sleekest, and most fashionable to own, however sadly, they’re nonetheless a way from being the right substitute for extra ‘conventional vehicles’. Lots of drivers are nonetheless seeking to ICE vehicles, but when they want to save a bit bit of cash on gas, they’re taking a look at hybrids.
Porsche is trying to reply the decision from these of you in search of a robust, trendy, and delightful sports activities sedan that comes with hybrid expertise with a 3rd technology of a mannequin that has taken a couple of hits in current occasions. The 2024 Porsche Panamera is due for launch someday subsequent 12 months, and it appears as if it will include significantly cool new tech, features, and design prowess with a brand new electrical motor, refined inside design, and jaw-dropping body-work. Here’s what is understood about this magnificence thus far.
In order to provide the newest and correct data doable, the information used to compile this text was sourced from varied producer web sites and different authoritative sources, together with Porsche Newsroom, Edmunds, EPA.Gov, Road and Track, and Car & Driver.
Three Top-spec Trims
With the discharge of the 2024 Porsche Panamera, we’re excited to see what every of the trims will give you. Two pure ICE trims are going to be out there, and one hybrid trim will likely be on supply.
Each of them is tipped to incorporate some superior options, however we’re notably excited in regards to the new Turbo E-Hybrid mannequin that’s due for launch quickly.
The Panamera and Panamera 4
Porsche will likely be releasing the Panamera and Panamera 4 as pure ICE sports cars next year, which for many enthusiasts is great news. Both are promised to be beasts with the rear-wheel drive Panamera and all-wheel drive Panamera 4 boasting a 2.9-liter V-6 that’s no slouch with a critical output of 348 horsepower and 368 pound-feet of torque.
Not solely will you be getting some critical velocity and driving capabilities, however because of each fashions incorporating just about every little thing that’s anticipated from a contemporary, luxurious sports activities automotive, you’ll not be discovered wanting with regards to the infotainment system that features Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Spotify, and in-car video, or the digital instrument cluster which contains a 12.6-inch curved show. It is secure to say that Porsche is just not scrimping on what will likely be out there each out and in of the 2024 Panamera.
The Electrifying Turbo E-Hybrid
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So, not solely do you get a significantly handsome automotive with the Porsche Panamera that boasts an aggressive stance on the street, turns heads with its raucous pipes, and is a snug place to be caught in site visitors, on the monitor or, on any of your favourite driving routes, however it additionally options an all-new electrical motor with some critical functionality.
The 2024 Porsche Panamera will boast a 4.0-liter V-8 twin-turbo engine paired with a new electric motor that’s promised to essentially make a distinction. It twin-turbo V-8 alone can kick out an outrageous 512 horsepower. The E-Hybrid, may even characteristic the superior Sport Chrono Package as normal, which options SPORT PLUS mode. SPORT PLUS boasts efficiency settings for the engine, Launch Control and chassis, and a SPORT Response button on the steering wheel, so you may management if you use it.
Some of chances are you’ll ask, do I actually need extra horsepower than that on the street? We could ask you although, why would not you need extra? But a bit extra on that later. The Turbo E-Hybrid mannequin goes to be the bottom mannequin plus a lot extra!
Multiple trims imply extra choices.
The base mannequin remains to be significantly good.
The Turbo E-Hybrid mannequin appears essentially the most spectacular with all-new options.
All trims look luxurious and cozy to drive.
An All-New Electric Motor
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This is among the most fun factors that can characteristic within the 2024 Porsche Panamera. The all-new electrical 140 kW motor will likely be paired with the 4.0-liter V-8 within the Turbo E-Hybrid. Not solely can you utilize it in E-Mode to drive on electrical energy solely, however it provides some critical beans to the engine output.
Serious Horsepower Is Coming
As talked about, the E-Turbo Hybrid mannequin will boast a 4.0-liter V-8 that already churns out some critical horses however, with the brand new electrical motor added, it is possible for you to to up that horsepower to an much more ridiculous 670 horsepower. To put issues into perspective, you’ll successfully be getting the added engine power of a 2.0-liter four-cylinder double overhead cam Subaru Boxer mill from simply the electrical motor!
Porsche has stated that the utmost horsepower that this motor can produce will likely be 187 horsepower, however the most horsepower of the engine mixed with the electrical motor will give the hybrid drivetrain an output of 670 horsepower and 685 pound-feet of torque. Porsche has claimed that the Turbo E-Hybrid can attain 60 miles per hour in a very fast 3 seconds and has a top speed of 195 miles per hour. So, one other reply to the earlier query; sure, extra horsepower is required!
Longer Range On Electric Power
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Drivers who buy the 2024 Porsche Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid will be capable of swap between absolutely electrical, hybrid, or Sport Focus driving modes relying on the place they’re driving and the way they need to drive.
If drivers select to make use of the all-electric driving mode, it is possible for you to to drive as much as 30 miles on the bigger 25.9 kW traction battery. So fairly good in case you have used all of your gas in having enjoyable in your new machine. The Lithium-Ion battery for the motor can be charged as much as 11 kW in three hours with the onboard A/C charger, so you may drive round and cost at a public charger simply! Quite useful, we predict, in the event you fancy planting your foot all the way down to the bottom in all-electric mode or have been caught in site visitors.
Good vary from all-electric mode.
Awesome energy from the mixed motor and engine.
Easy to cost on the go.
Luscious Interior
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No nice trendy sports activities sedan can be full with out some kind of consolation from the inside. Yes, we all know it’s not compulsory, however there appears to be a sure threshold of what’s anticipated from trendy vehicles as we speak.
If you might be forking out over $100,000 for a automotive, you need to know that you’re at the very least getting one thing good to take a seat in. Thankfully, the 2024 Panamera will likely be a snug journey with little extras that can guarantee that you’re not solely entertained if you drive, however your passengers will not moan as a lot on lengthy journeys.
Upholstery Made For Comfort
Featuring deep leather-based seats, each within the entrance and the again, it appears as if the Panamera goes to be one good sports activities sedan to spend time in that displays the posh of the Cayenne. Porsche have claimed to suit supportive and non-restrictive sports activities seats for the entrance driver and passenger which characteristic four-way lumber help and 18-way adaptiveness. Also, with totally different coloured detailing and trims out there (together with a leather-free choice) within the cabin means that you will be capable of customise the inside to your liking (inside purpose) earlier than it even reaches your storage.
Control And Dash For Your Performance Needs
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The 2024 Panamera will boast a 12.6-inch driver’s curved show which can act because the digital instrument cluster. Everything you will want, and possibly extra, will likely be displayed extraordinarily clearly on a rounded however fierce-looking crystal-clear show simply behind a leather-based steering wheel. Behind the steering wheel, the PDK gear-shift will likely be positioned behind the steering wheel for straightforward entry. So, even trying all the way down to see the highest velocity you may attain displayed on the sprint, you’ll achieve this with a bit smirk of distinction.
There may even be a central infotainment display screen, a rising central console that can be utilized to regulate the air-con, a cooled cell-phone charging holder, Bose speaker techniques, and a passenger infotainment console that, for security causes when utilizing the video streaming service, can’t be seen by the driving force.
Sleek inside.
Plenty of non-compulsory extras.
Infotainment techniques look nice.
Driver-centric design of inside, sprint, and steering wheel.
New And Improved Suspension
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Regardless of all of the cool little issues that the 2024 Porsche Panamera can supply, it will not imply a lot if it’s not a pleasant automotive to drive. With Porsche being one of many leaders in enjoyable vehicles to drive, the Panamera may even must be good. Again, it appears that evidently Porsche is doing what it might to ensure that all corners are lined.
None extra so than the all-new air suspension that comes as normal on all of the 2024 Panamera fashions.
Two Chamber Air Springs And Adaptive Dampers
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All Porsche Panameras launched subsequent 12 months will characteristic Porsche’s new adaptive air suspension which incorporates Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM). The two-chambered, two-air-valve suspension system will assist to soak up bumps within the street because it separates the management of compression between the dampers.
According to Porsche, this may assist to create a distinction between sportiness and luxury, which means it is possible for you to to drive the brand new Panamera shortly and comfortably from the off. Like you might have recognized the automotive perpetually!
Optional Active Ride System As Standard On Turbo E-Hybrid Trim
Another tick for the Turbo E-Hybrid trim is the truth that it would characteristic Porsche’s Active Ride System as normal. Not an costly add-on. The Active Ride System itself is a peace of tech that’s going to make lots of different automotive homeowners jealous, as whoever is seen using about in a Turbo E-Hybrid, will likely be on the peak of consolation on most roads.
The Active Ride System has been developed by Porsche to create a dynamic driving expertise. New shock absorbers linked to an digital hydraulic pump will generate case-specific responses to bumps within the street. A build-up in strain is promised to be achieved shortly and exactly between the wheels and the physique of the automotive to soak up impacts from the street. Not solely will you be capable of drive this automotive quick, however like you might be driving on clouds… if you need to, in fact. If not, simply put it in Sport Mode and go wild!
Customizable journey.
Good distinction between sport and luxury.
Bump-absorbing tech will make it a snug journey.
Mean And Useful Exterior
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A Porsche would not be a Porsche if it did not look good, proper? Porsche is aware of that. We know that. You realize it. Everyone is aware of it. No one would purchase one if not. So it’s fortunate that Porsche has designed the brand new Panamera with magnificence and practicality in thoughts.
Boasting a commanding and brutal however refined look on the street with its asphalt-hugging stance, the 2024 Panamera nonetheless appears the half as a beautiful sports sedan. It is the little extras although that create a driving expertise with assist from the outside. I do know, hear us out!
Front-End Active Air-Intake Flaps
The new front-end design incorporates active-intake flaps that change with the quantity of air that’s wanted to maintain the drivetrain at optimum temperatures for efficiency.
These air-intakes will open and shut relying on whether or not the engine, or engine and motor, wants cooling or not. It is simply one other little factor that makes the ’24 Panamera not solely an attractive automotive, however a wise automotive! It appears that you can be secure driving this automotive to its full potential as it would adapt itself to make sure that nothing goes unsuitable.
Adaptive Rear Spoiler
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When driving the Panamera at excessive speeds, the rear axle will likely be held to the ground with a bit assist from the built-in adaptive rear spoiler. At excessive speeds, the spoiler will elevate to assist maintain the automotive planted concurrently optimizing aerodynamics. Featuring a four-way split, the rear spoiler that the Hybrid E-Turbo Panamera will boast (one other tick), will widen at excessive speeds to create much more downforce, which means you may actually pin the fuel within the corners.
The 2024 Panamera and Panamera Hybrid E-Turbo seem like implausible vehicles for the sports activities sedan and hybrid segments which can certainly maintain drivers wanting extra from hybrids and ICE vehicles for a short while longer. The Hybrid E-Turbo although will likely be out there with some superior normal options that look to trump the usual options discovered on the opposite fashions, placing a superb rating over pure ICE autos in 2024.
Unfortunately, using Facebook can have more consequences than simply not having enough fun. Engaging in comparisons with others, arguing about political and social issues, dealing with social drama and bullying, receiving negative comments, not getting enough comments, and being exposed to stressful content can all negatively impact your mental health.
Numerous studies have been conducted on this topic, with findings showing that social media envy contributes to increased levels of anxiety and depression in both young people and adults. Facebook’s content often portrays a perfect life, highlighting the luxurious lifestyles of the wealthy, the curated lives of content creators, and the attempts of those you know to mimic them. This can leave you feeling inadequate, ashamed of your accomplishments, and dissatisfied with your appearance. These negative emotions aren’t easily dismissed and can hinder your ability to appreciate what you have and pursue personal growth.
For some individuals, the consequences can be even more severe. They may require medication to help manage their depression, and without adequate support, their quality of life can greatly decline. In extreme cases, the distress caused by Facebook can even lead to thoughts of suicide. If you suspect that Facebook is causing you significant stress and anxiety, it’s crucial to take a break from the platform for your well-being.
McLaren is set to commemorate its 60th anniversary at the Velocity Invitational event held from November 10 to 12 at Sonoma Raceway in California. While the brand is bringing a selection of its classic models, it will also unveil a “very special supercar” during the event. Unfortunately, details about the model are scarce as McLaren has not yet provided any images or additional information. The company promises that the reveal will feature top-notch drivers and a stunning car that will leave fans awestruck.
Unfortunately, the Google Barge was not long for this earth. Just one year after they were unveiled, the city of Portland revealed that their city’s version of the new center was sold and divided between its overall structure and its individual containers. While the structure would be sold to what the Press Herald describes as an “international barging company,” the containers would be torn down and scrapped for parts.
The strange thing about these barges was that they were never actually put to use. According to The Wall Street Journal, none of the four barges that were built officially opened due to potential structural dangers. The United States Coast Guard issued a safety inquiry into the structures and found an abnormal division of fuel across the structures.
“These vessels will have over 5,000 gallons of fuel on the main deck and a substantial amount of combustible material on board,” wrote the Coast Guard.
In layperson’s terms, they feared that even a minor malfunction could result in a massive fire. Not much else is known about the back-and-forth between the Coast Guard and Google, but there were seemingly attempts to reach a structural compromise, according to Consumerist. However, they simply were not feasible, forcing Google to cancel the project just one year after its mysterious reveal. That being said, even if the structure was deemed safe, it simply sounded too exclusive of an idea to effectively market. At least we have Google Stores now.
The Suzuki Jimny, a popular new car sold globally, is not available in the United States. However, it is sold in many other regions, including Malaysia, which now has its own limited edition version of the Jimny called the Jimny Rhino Edition. This special edition model features aesthetic upgrades that enhance its appearance.
Suzuki Malaysia has focused solely on the visual aspect of the Jimny Rhino Edition, giving the small crossover a more appealing look. It includes Rhino decals and a vintage radiator grille, as well as matching red mud flaps on the spare tire cover at the back.
When it comes to navigation apps, convenience and ease of use are crucial. However, one particular app, CoPilot GPS Navigation, may not be the most user-friendly option for Android users. Despite its attractive graphics and popularity, CoPilot’s setup process can be quite challenging.
Upon opening the app, users are immediately faced with a mandatory sign-up page that cannot be skipped. This means users are required to create an account without the option for guest access, and there is no need for email verification. Following this step, users must then decide the type of vehicle they are using, whether it’s a car, semi-truck, or RV. This choice comes with restrictive warnings and potential additional purchases.
After facing complicated menus, long downloads, and anxiety-inducing warnings, users finally have their CoPilot app ready for navigation. However, before they can even enter their first destination, a pop-up appears informing them that this is just a 14-day trial, and they must purchase the app for continued use.
It’s important to note that CoPilot GPS Navigation is a paid app with a high price tag. Considering the abundance of other navigation apps available, it may be hard to justify investing in CoPilot. While it does offer offline maps, turn-by-turn directions, and voice guidance, there are alternative options that provide a smoother and more user-friendly experience at a lower cost.
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