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2021 Ford F-150 Raptor will make a debut on Ford’s YouTube channel

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2021 Ford F-150 Raptor will be released in February on Ford’s YouTube channel. The off-road pick-up truck Raptor will be equipped with the supercharged V8 engine live on YouTube.  2021 F-150 Raptor was seen during the time of test in Michigan with rear suspension set-up.   The previous generation of Raptor comes with the leaf-spring setups, a high-performance version named Raptor R. It comes with the twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 engine that makes 700 horsepower. The debut will provide more information related to its specifications. 2021 Raptor features Blackout Ford script grille, wide fenders, 35-inch BF Goodrich K02 all-terrain tires, and optional Beadlock-capable wheels, Fox racing shocks, and additional accessories such as spare tires carrier, and rock rails. In few days we will be getting more information about the off-roading pick-up truck.

General Motors to Eliminate the use of Gas & Diesel-powered vehicles

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The automakers have taken the pledge of eliminating the use of gas-powered vehicles by 2035. California from 2035 will no longer allow the sale of gasoline-powered vehicles. General Motors stated about their proposal of net-zero carbon company that shows elimination of gas and diesel vehicles.   GM has made the goal to have many electric vehicles as possible also they have announced to build 30 EVs by 2025. The GM official has laid down the plan of clean vehicles and elimination of gas cars. It will take some time for consumers to move forward with using electric vehicles. Their main motto is to halt the production of gasoline vehicles by 2035. The transition to electric vehicles will take time but it will benefit the environment and economy. GM is turning their factories green and encouraging the use of renewable energy. They have decided to use more sustainable materials and reduced emissions. The company told us they are working towards having a net-zero carbon future by 2040....

2021 Porsche Taycan new RWD cost less than Tesla Model S

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Porsche Taycan has added an all-new base model with rear-wheel drive in the 2021 sedan line-up. The electric cars for sale will be in the dealership in Spring available at an MSRP of $81,250. The base model comes with the 79.2kwh battery pack and permanent magnet synchronous electric motor. Taycan generates 402 horsepower and 254 lb-ft of torque. It has another 93.4kWh battery that has an output of 469 horsepower and 263 lb-ft of torque. It covers a range of 0-60 mph in just 5.1 seconds and attains a top speed of 143 mph. Taycan Turbo S has 750 horsepower and 0-60 mph in 2.4 seconds. Porsche Taycan supports DC fast charging, standard regenerative braking. Taycan comes with a 79.2 kWh battery that attains 199 miles of range. It has a 93.4 kwh battery that offers an estimated range of 227 miles. It has standard adaptive dampers, refined suspension, 19-inch silver Taycan aero wheels with black calipers, polished wheels with black spokes, and red brakes. It comes with the standard Apple ...

NHTSA Sounds Alarmed over high-speed rash driving

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The empty roads have been turned into high driving tracks by hundreds of Americans overnight. The pandemic and stay-in home order has abruptly changed the driving behaviors of individuals. The lockdown imposed by the Federal government has led to empty streets. NHTSA has seen a drastic increase in speed tickets over 100 mph. The drivers had a set limit there were seen moving on the coast with high speeds frequently.  The situation has been worse that is led NHTSA to wrote a letter to drivers about ticketing, high speeding in areas, lesser use of seatbelts, and more. The data from the lockdown has shown the emergence of a National Health Emergency. This shows the severe driving risks taken by drivers has led to crashes. The reckless driving by the driver has taken advantage of as there are no police on the streets to stop them. NHTSA has made it official and said to drivers for their risky behavior. If they don’t stay within the speed limit or break the necessary driving laws. The...

Hyundai reveals KONA N Prototype & Powertrains

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Hyundai Kona is a small crossover that delivers high-performance. It shares the same cues as the Veloster N hatchback and Elantra sedan. The line-up delivers an outstanding performance in the smallest SUV. The SUV will make its appearance later in the United States for sale. Hyundai Kona N is equipped with the 2.0-liter inline turbocharged four-cylinder engine that makes 275 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque with standard six-speed manual transmission. It has the same cues as Veloster N it will come with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and might be front-wheel drive. It covers a range of 0-60 mph in just 4.9 seconds. Kona will come equipped with the launch control, amped-up soundtrack with a stiff exhaust note. It has engaging driving mechanics with manual transmission. Kona has large wheels, tires, rear spoiler, body kit, aggressive performance, and dual exhaust tips. The interior has extra bolstered padded seats, N badges in the seating area.   Hyunda...

Ford unveils 2022 Ford Maverick Compact pick-up truck

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The love for pick-up trucks is immense and the addition of a new compact pick-up truck has opened the options for buyers. The pickup truck is being more advanced, electrified, bulky, with more features, capability, durability, and high capacity. Ford Ranger will soon be arriving at the dealership wearing Maverick badge. It has body-on-frame construction, unibody transverse-engine architecture same as another crossover Bronco sport and Ford Escape . Maverick has the four-door prototype, crew cab pick-up with the bed, and different front-end. Maverick is smaller than the Honda Ridgeline , Ford Ranger, and other mid-size pick-up trucks. Maverick is cheaper than the Ranger at an MSRP of $20,000. The base model has its sibling competitor with Bronco Sport at a slightly higher price of $28,155. The low-cost line-up of Ford has always been loaded with stunning features and powerful powertrain. For example, Ford Escape comes with the turbocharged 1.5-liter three cylinders with 181 horsepower...

Toyota trademarked Grand Highlander 3-row SUV

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Recently, Toyota has trademarked a new Grand Highlander. Toyota’s competition with Jeep has given rise to a newer model same as Grand Cherokee and Wagoneer known as Grand Highlander . The company has filed the trademark at the end of the previous year i.e. December 28, 2020. The name shows the vehicle will be bigger than ever. From the previous year, line-up Highlander will be a bigger 3-row SUV . In comparison with its competitors, it doesn’t have space as Kia Telluride , Volkswagen Atlas , Chevy Traverse, and more.   Toyota Grand Highlander has an extended wheelbase and the increase in size will add more dollars to the current price. It will come with the hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrain with the 3.5-liter V6 engine. The SUV will be arriving at the dealership for sale in 2023 or 2024.

Massachusetts banned the sale of Gasoline-powered vehicles

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Recently, Massachusetts announced the plan to ban the sale of gasoline vehicles by 2035. The purpose of banning is to eliminate the gas-emissions to fight climate change. EV manufacturing and sales have been increased more frequently than ever. Massachusetts has joined hands with California to ban the sale of gasoline cars by 2035. The Governor has planned the 2025 Decarbonization road map that reduces the emissions from passenger vehicles. The state has emissions of 27 percent from light-duty vehicles. The purpose of the state to reach net-zero fossil fuel emissions by 2050. The consumption of EVs will be increased by the expansion of public charging stations. The EV charging is lesser accessible due to the charging issues as one cannot have a charging station in the garage. The initiatives are taken by the California and Massachusetts governments in the beginning to ban the sale of vehicles. The Presidency of Biden has encouraged the use of electric vehicles in the United States fo...

Tesla be calling 911 when your phone doesn’t connect

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Tesla will soon be calling 911 in case of emergencies. The innovation and Elon Musk goes hand in hand and launched the latest feature that enables Tesla to call 911 by using Tesla’s network connection. The feature was requested via Tweet to Elon Musk. The Tesla Model 3 owner was facing difficulties and was unable to contact 911 with his smartphone while Model 3 has the service range to do the same. Elon Musk has always been creative and adding features to Tesla based on the user’s suggestion. The option for the future feature is by the Model3 owner and was unable to do it from his cellphone. The idea popped up in the head when he saw the EV had the network connectivity but he couldn’t be used to make an emergency call. Earlier Tesla has also worked on previous features told by Tesla users. The idea of Dog Mode where the climate control setting that keeps the vehicle comfortable vehicle when owners go out of the vehicle.