Mercedes-Benz will be an all-electric brand by 2030

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July 23, 2021

Mercedes-EQ Family Immendingen 2021; Ola Källenius, Vorstandsvorsitzender der Daimler AG und der Mercedes-Benz AG // Mercedes-EQ Family Immendingen 2021; Ola Källenius, Chairman of Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG

Mercedes-Benz will be an all-electric brand by 2030. The brand says that by 2022, Mercedes-Benz will have battery electric vehicles (BEV) in all segments the company serves. Whereas from 2025 onwards, all newly launched vehicle architectures will be electric-only and customers will be able to choose an all-electric alternative for every model the company makes. Mercedes-Benz intends to manage this accelerated transformation while sticking to its profitability targets.

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“The EV shift is picking up speed – especially in the luxury segment, where Mercedes-Benz belongs. The tipping point is getting closer and we will be ready as markets switch to electric-only by the end of this decade,” said Ola Källenius, CEO of Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG. “This step marks a
profound reallocation of capital. By managing this faster transformation while safeguarding our profitability targets, we will ensure the enduring success of Mercedes-Benz. Thanks to our highly qualified and motivated workforce, I am convinced that we will be successful in this exciting new era.”

Mercedes says that for the batteries, they will need a battery capacity of more than 200 Gigawatt hours and plans to set up eight Gigafactories for producing cells, together with its partners around the world. This is in addition to the already planned network of nine plants dedicated to building battery systems. Next-generation batteries will be highly standardized and suitable for use in more than 90% of all Mercedes-Benz cars and vans while being flexible enough to offer individual solutions to all customers.

As for Charging, the brand has confirmed to be working on setting new standards in charging which is “Plug & Charge” that will allow customers to plug in, charge and unplug without extra steps needed for authentication and payment processing. Plug & Charge will go live with the market launch of the EQS later this year. Customers will get enhanced access to Shell’s Recharge network consisting of over 30.000 charge points by 2025 in Europe, China, and North America – including over 10.000 high-power chargers globally.

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Audi launches three new Audi e-tron electric SUVs in India

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Madhav Banka

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July 22, 2021

Audi launches three new Audi e-Tron electric SUVs in India. There is a total of 3 Cars launch which include the Audi e-Tron 50 is priced at ₹99,99,000, e-Tron 55 which is priced at ₹1,16,15,000 and also the e-Tron Sportback 55 which is priced at ₹1,17,66,000.

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As for the car itself, Audi has added some new features to these EVs, they get Digital Matrix LED headlights for adaptive light distribution and feature 5 pre-set animated projection modes during entry and exit. They also get a panoramic glass roof along with 12.3-inch fully digital Audi Virtual Cockpit displays. Audi has confirmed that it gets a 16 speaker, 705 W, Bang and Olufsen audio system with 3D Surround sound too. Audi has given special care to safety too, as all the cars get up to 8 airbags and seat belt buckles get illuminated for quick access.

As for the powertrain, the Audi e-Tron 55 and Audi e-Tron Sportback 55 get electric motors at the front and rear which can produce a power of 300kW on The Audi e-Tron 50 motors to produce 230kW. The company has confirmed that the e-Tron 55 and e-Tron 55 Sportback can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 5.7 seconds, whereas the e-Tron 50 boasts a 6.8 second 0 to 100 kmph time.

Both the E-Tron 55 and e-Tron 55 Sportback feature 95kWh lithium-ion battery which according to the claims can have a range of 359-484km. While the lower end e-Tron 50 features a 71kWh lithium-ion battery with a 264-379km range.

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Ford adds new Automatic Variants to Figo Line-up

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Madhav Banka

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July 22, 2021

Ford adds new Automatic Variants to Figo Line-up. The brand has introduced two automatic variants of its hatchback Figo. It would be available in Titanium and Titanium+ trims at an introductory price of INR 7.75 Lakh & INR 8.20 Lakh respectively.

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“Ford is committed to serving customers in India and is proud to introduce the world-class automatic technology for customers in the mass-market segment,” said Vinay Raina, executive director for Marketing, Sales & Service at Ford India. “With a proven legacy of outstanding performance, unmatched safety, superior technology and segment-best connectivity, we are confident that new Figo AT will be an automatic choice for several new buyers who don’t believe in look-alike automatics like AMT.”

As for the car itself, as for the insides first it gets new rain-sensing wipers, electrochromic IRVM for greater convenience, it even gets a better 7” capacitive touchscreen infotainment system for superior connectivity and not to forget the side & curtain airbags, standard dual front airbags, traction control system, electronic stability control and hill launch assist among other features as superior for safety.

Ford has also confirmed that the new Figo AT comes with six-speed, torque converter automatic transmission that is paired to Bharat Stage 6 compliant three-cylinder 1.2L petrol engine. This new variant will be delivering 96PS of power and 119 Nm of peak torque. There are also the Sport Mode and SelectShift features on the six-speed automatic transmission.

In Sport Mode, the transmission will select the optimum gear with shifts happening faster for more responsive driving delivering the best performance. While the SelectShift feature will enable the driver to change gears manually using a toggle switch on the gearshift lever.

The car will be available in 5 colours of Diamond White, Ruby Red, Moondust Silver, Smoke Grey and White Gold too. Also, Ford has added a feature that would allow Figo AT owners will be able perform several vehicle operations like starting, stopping, locking or unlocking a vehicle remotely, via the Ford Pass app.

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Tesla Supercharger network confirmed to be open to other cars this year

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Madhav Banka

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July 22, 2021

Tesla Supercharger network confirmed to be open to other cars this year. The CEO, Elon Musk has confirmed this himself multiple times on Twitter, and even very recently too. However, Musk did not say where in the world Tesla would make its DC fast-charging stations available for use with other electric vehicles, or which makes and models would be compatible with Tesla’s on-the-road chargers in 2021.

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He replied to a tweet in which he said, “We created our own connector, as there was no standard back then & Tesla was only maker of long-range electric cars. It’s one fairly slim connector for both low & high-power charging. That said, we’re making our Supercharger network open to other EVs later this year.”

While if you aren’t aware of the Tesla charging network, it is available to drivers of Tesla cars without any kind of membership fees required. This is a separate charging network where Tesla bills drivers for charging by the minute, or per kilowatt hour for supercharging. This can be very depended on the local laws too.

There have been multiple reports that say Tesla can power up at any electric vehicle charging station using adaptor cables, but all the Tesla owners have the company’s level 3 and the newer Supercharger stations built around the charging stations as of now. A lot of people are unaware of this, but the connectors used while plugging in and power up on the road at newer Superchargers is incompatible with others’ EVs in the market, this makes it much more accessible for Tesla so that’s the reason the brand had done it that way.

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Aston Martin launches their new online configurator and reveals 22MY

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Madhav Banka

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July 21, 2021

Aston Martin launches their new online configurator and reveals 22MY. The brand mentions that this new configurator simplifies the specification process, allowing customers to intuitively create their most desired Aston Martin. There have been a lot of new technologies that have been enabled the brand to remove the mundane and replace it. The configurator also offers a full suite of personalisation, which includes unique options and an extensive selection of paints, leathers and alcantaras.

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It offers 3D Ultra High-Definition environments and the Aston Martin configurator also provides customers with the ability to zoom in on the fine details of the car, which can then be viewed in a cinematic video that clearly shows the full exterior and interior specification chosen. It is based on MHP’s Elastic Content Platform, the configurator is a next-generation vehicle configuration solution supported by EPIC’s Unreal gaming engine and NVIDIA RTX on Google Cloud.

Along with this, they have also brought 22MY updates across the marque’s product line are being revealed for the first time through the launch of the Aston Martin configurator. Both the coupe and volante variants of the 4.0-litre V8-equipped Aston Martin luxury GT, DB11, now have a new, higher, maximum power output of 535 PS. Peak power is up by a healthy 25 PS (24 bhp, 18 kW), resulting in a new top speed of 192mph, this increased engine power is delivered at higher engine speeds by sustaining torque throughout the engine speed range. Furthermore, DB11 can now be fitted with optional Sports Plus Seats which add extra support to the shoulders, thorax and legs for both the driver and passenger – befitting of a car with this increased power and top speed.

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New 2021 Audi RS3 unveiled

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Madhav Banka

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July 20, 2021

New 2021 Audi RS3 unveiled. The brand has updated the design, technology and powertrain for its new, third-generation version of its hardcore RS3. According to reports, it is revealed in hatchback and sedan forms, the RS3 will go on sale in the UK market starting from the month of August.

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The new RS3 gets a new front-end design which is comprising of a contrasting black grille surround that extends into the headlight clusters. The headlight cluster themselves are optionally available as matrix LED items with darkened bezels. While the side skirts are finished in black, too, as are the wing mirrors, rear diffuser and, optionally, the roof. The car is available in two new colours which are Kyalami Green and Kemora Grey.

Moving to the inside, there is a 12.3-inch digital display is standard and features RS-specific tachometer and power usage graphics. It also includes an ‘RS Runway’ design too, and not to forget the 10.1-inch infotainment touchscreen can display an ‘RS Monitor’ showing coolant, engine and gearbox oil temperatures as well.

As for the powertrain, the car gets a 2.5-litre, five-cylinder turbocharged motor engine. Furthermore, the engine sends 400hp through a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox to both axles. Also, the maker claims that it can go from standstill to 100kph in just 3.8sec and to an optional maximum speed of 290kph. The engine here comes with 500Nm of torque available at 2,250-5,600rpm, the new RS3 is claimed to accelerate “even faster from low ranges” than its predecessor.

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Lamborghini Huracan STO – Exterior & Interior – Photo Gallery

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July 20, 2021

Recently, we got our first look at the Lamborghini Huracan STO in Delhi. Here are some exclusive photos of the interior and exterior of the Lamborghini Huracan STO for you folks. We’ve some portrait shots which will look dope once you’ll apply them as your home screen wallpaper.

The new Huracan STO is a road-legal version of the Huracan Super Trofeo Evo AND Huracan GT3 Evo race cars which is not a straight descendent to the Huracan Performante. Well, it lies on the top of the huracan series which is priced in India at Rs.4.99 crores (ex-showroom). This new Super Trofeo Omologato has a sportier and scaled-up approach to the regular Huracan with improved aerodynamics, reduced weight, an overhaul suspension, and enhanced heat management.

Lamborghini Huracan STO- Exterior & Interiors

The Huracan STO brings off the race-car look where the front bumper, bonnet, and fenders are made up of a single component called ‘Cofango’ which is implemented to reduce its weight. There are massive air ducts in the bonnet for more refined cooling and a front splitter that helps the airflow to be directed to the rear diffuser. The shark fin on the rear engine cover improves the airflow to keep it straighten and cornering radius. 75% of the body panel is made up of carbon fibre which plays an important aspect in lowering down the weight of the STO. Due to this, Huracan STO airflow increases by 37% and with downforce of 53% while comparing it with the Performante. This clearly states that Huracan STO has the best aero-balance and highest level of downforce in its category being an RWD (Rear Wheel Drive) car.

The use of carbon fibre is very evident on the interior cabin, door panels, cloth door handles, floor mats, and sports seats. It has 20-Inch Magnesium wheels that are wrapped in Bridgestone Potenza tires. Now, it has more improved HMI graphics letting the driver monitor break temperature and tire pressure. The telemetry system is fully connected and the data can be accessed to a developed app through which drivers can be able to monitor and record their track performance.

The STO holds the natural aspirated 5.2-liter V10 as other Huracans. It delivers 565nm of torque and the power of 640hp whereas the torque is slightly underpowered when compared to the 600nm of torque on the Huracan Performante. While the STO is a Rear-Wheel Drive similar to a race car, the Performante is an All-Wheel Drive (AWD). It’s claimed to go up to 0-100kph in straight 3 seconds which is 0.3 seconds faster than the RWD Evo but 0.1 sec slower than the AWD Evo whereas the top speed has been reduced to ‘just’ 310kph. The Lamborghini Huracan STO is not about top speeds and acceleration, it’s all about delivering the best performance through hard corners on a racecourse track. There’s also a new STO-based driving mode which consists of three modes:- ‘STO’ for Street drive, ‘Trofeo’ for better gripping and faster laps and ‘Pioggia’ for laps on the wet roads.

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Gemballa Marsien based on Porsche 911 Turbo S unveiled

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Madhav Banka

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July 19, 2021

Gemballa Marsien is based on the Porsche 911 Turbo S unveiled. The tuning company Gemballa has worked on several Porsches over the years, and their latest creation is the Gemballa Marsien. This off-road-capable supercar is based on the latest-gen Porsche 911 Turbo S and takes its name from the French word for Martian, inspired by Mars-like sand dunes of the desert in the UAE.

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Starting off, we have the engine, which has received one of the best upgrades on the Marsden. The Marsien is powered by the same flat-six turbocharged petrol engine from the 911 Turbo S, and it also has been tuned by tuning expert Ruf to now produce 740hp and 930Nm of torque, up from the 650hp and 800Nm of a standard 911 Turbo S.

The tuning company claims that this new upgrade, this has allowed the Marsien to hit 0-100kph in 2.6sec on its way to a top speed of over 320kph. There is also a ‘second stage’ upgrade that takes power output to 830hp, thanks to the addition of enhanced turbochargers, revised engine mapping, and transmission changes.

Almost all body panels are completely unique to the Marsien, as they now get a much sportier-looking front bumper, along with a new bonnet that has a huge scoop in the middle. The air intakes along the sides are larger and the door panels are new as well.

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Ola Electric Scooter Spied; to come in multiple colour options and have a big smart display

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Madhav Banka

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July 19, 2021

Ola Electric Scooter Spied; to come in multiple colour options. The Scooter would soon be making its way to the Indian market as confirmed by the CEO and it is also expected to be launched in other emerging markets too.

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These spied shots do confirm that the scooter would come in multiple colour options, the photo attached below tells us about the Black colour variant, which has been seen a lot of times previously too. There has also been another colour option that has been spotted which comes with a pink colour shade.

As we previously covered the details of this Ola Electric Scooter, the brand claims that it would get a lofty 240km range on a single charge, all thanks to the three swappable battery packs measuring 1.155kWh each. However, this range figure is measured at a constant speed of 20kmph, so the real-world range will be lower. Using the Hypercharger network, the battery can be charged up to 50 percent in 18 minutes, hence offering a claimed range of 75km.

It is powered by a 50Nm motor with a peak output of 6kW and continuous output of 3kW, which allows it to accelerate to 45kmph in 3.9 seconds. But with a kerb weight of just 74kg and all 50Nm of torque available from 0kmph, the Ola Electric Scooter should be quite sprightly when compared to the competition.

As for the front display, this Ola Electric scooter is expected to include an app-based start-up system. In addition to this, the display is also expected to showcase information like calls and SMS alerts, navigation, ride statistics and more.

There is also one shot leaked which tells us that the Ola Electric Scooter might also come in a blue colour variant too, while we are not completely sure about this colour option but it might end up launching too hence users who get the Ola Electric Scooter will have a lot of different colour options to choose from.

The Pre-Bookings for the Ola Electric have had already begun and even the company has confirmed that they have received a record-breaking Pre-Registration. Over 100,000 people has registered the Ola Electric Scooter, more information about which can be found from the link mentioned below.

Ola Electric Scooter gets 100,000 reservations within a day

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Hyundai Casper AX1 to be brand’s smallest SUV to launch in India

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Madhav Banka

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July 18, 2021

Hyundai Casper AX1 to be brand’s smallest SUV to launch in India. There have been multiple leaks about this new SUV which has been codenamed AX1, now a lot of more leaks suggest that it will be called the Hyundai Casper when it enters production in the coming months. This could go on sale in Korea and is also expected to come in other markets like India.

Also read, Ola Electric Scooter gets 100,000 reservations within a day

As for what we know so far it is expected to be smaller than the sub-four-meter Venue compact SUV and would be based on Hyundai’s K1 compact car platform. The car could be 3,595mm long, 1,595mm wide and 1,575mm high. This makes this AX1 the smallest SUV as this is slightly shorter and narrower but taller than its smallest offering, the Santro hatchback.

Furthermore, there is a flat bonnet, a split setup for the circular headlamps with daytime running lamps that are positioned on the bumper. While at the back, there’s a tail-lamp that continues to get the quirky design theme, with triangular pattern and LED bits are even very similar to newer Hyundai models like we saw with the new Alcazar too.

While we are not completely sure about the powertrain of this SUV, it would come with the same 1.2-litre, four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine as seen in the Grand i10 Nios. Just like the engine in the Grand i10, this would produce 83hp and 114Nm. They could also be offering some more lower variants of the micro-SUV with the Santro’s 1.1-litre, three-cylinder petrol engine just to keep the cost down of the car.

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