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Autocar magazine 21 June: on sale now

This week in Autocar, we have some exciting coverage for you. We take a look at Mercedes’ newest hypercar, the Vision One-Eleven, which pays tribute to the iconic C111. Only 16 of these will be produced.

In other news, Toyota Gazoo Racing has started testing its first battery-powered prototype, with chairman Akio Toyoda personally involved in the development. We have exclusive information on this.

Renault has launched its flagship coupé-SUV, the Rafale, promising an exhilarating driving experience. Volkswagen’s upcoming SUV, the Tayron, will be the successor to the seven-seat Tiguan Allspace and is set to be available in the UK in 2025.

Reviews

This week, we review the Honda ZR-V, a hybrid-powered family crossover designed to compete in a tough market. We also have an exclusive drive in a prototype of the new Volkswagen Tiguan, set to be released in June 2024. Our reviewer, Felix Page, reveals that there is more to this crossover than meets the eye. Additionally, we put the Ford Ranger, DS7, and facelifted Mazda 2 to the test.

Features

Bentley has launched the Batur, a £2 million hypercar and a swansong to its iconic W12 engine. Our reviewer, Matt Prior, believes it deserves a full five-star rating. We also take a trip to Skoda’s museum to explore their collection of classic cars. Additionally, we cover the 100th anniversary of the Le Mans 24 Hours race, discussing the special significance of this event.

Opinion

In this section, Matt Prior speculates on what Bentley might do next after the Batur, suggesting the possibility of a Mulliner-edition Bentayga or Flying Spur. On the other hand, Steve Cropley shares his experience of returning to Le Mans after a six-year hiatus, including witnessing parades, the unveiling of Alpine’s new A424 Beta racer, and an encounter with an incredibly bad driver.

Used

In the used car section, Oliver Young examines the second-generation Honda Integra Type R and provides insights on why it’s a great choice if you’re considering buying one.

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Land Energy Seeks to Bring Manufacturing Jobs to Cleveland, Ohio with Electric Motorcycles

Land Energy, an electric motorcycle start-up based in Cleveland, Ohio, has seen significant growth in recent years. The company was founded by Scott Colosimo, who previously co-founded Cleveland Cycle Werks, and has now doubled its workforce. The electric bike project called Falcon, which Colosimo started, helped him realize his interest in electrification. Consequently, he started Land Energy to manufacture and assemble electric motorcycles in Cleveland. In 2022, Land Energy launched its flagship bike, the District, and in January 2023, it released the District Scrambler.

According to Chris Davis, Land Energy’s production manager, the team has grown from five or six to fourteen people in just four months. The company has also increased production to building three bikes a week from one bike a month and plans to produce thirty bikes a month in the next few months. Land Energy offers its customers a range of options on its website, such as different battery capacities, paint colors, and wheel types.

The price of the base model of Land Energy’s electric motorcycles starts at $7,800 for the District Scrambler and $8,200 for the District. Depending on the customers’ preferences, the cost can escalate with additional features such as more massive battery setups and accessories such as bash guards, rear racks, and top boxes.

Colosimo originally founded Cleveland Cycle Werks, which started as a small business in Ohio in 2009. Today, Cleveland Cycle Works has partnerships all over the world, including in the UK, Switzerland, Poland, India, and Vietnam. Its mission is to make affordable yet stylish motorcycles for everyone.

Land Energy currently has a 60,000-square foot plant in Cleveland and aims to manufacture 15,000 units a year in the factory. It intends to perform final assembly in Cleveland, capitalizing on the city’s rich manufacturing history. Land Energy’s growth plans will create new manufacturing jobs and help revitalize Cleveland.