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The Jeep Compass Night Eagle edition will be offered in three variants It gets blacked out treatment on the outside as well as inside the cabin It gets petrol and diesel engines and a 4x4 variant as well Colour Options: The Jeep Compass Night Eagle will be offered in four body colour options- Vocal White, Exotica Red, Brilliant Black and Magnesio Grey. Interiors: The Jeep Compass Night Eagle Edition gets blacked out treatment inside the cabin as well. The feature list remains identical to the longitude trim with equipment like a 7.0-inch touchscreen Uconnect infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, dual-zone climate control and keyless entry with push-button start, powered wing mirrors, front cornering lamps, Reverse parking camera and some new driver assistance features like, hill descent control (HDC), hill start assist (HSA), Traction Control (TC), cruise control, electronic stability control (ESC) and frequency damped suspension C...

The 160 cc motorcycle segment has several contenders, from brands across the spectrum. Here is a list of Top 6 bikes in this Segment

Royal Enfield has announced its 'service on wheels' initiative where the company has deployed 800 units of purpose-built motorcycles across dealerships in India that are equipped to offer doorstep servicing for Royal Enfield owners.  The 'service on wheels' fleet of motorcycles are equipped with tools, regular spare parts, lubricants and other equipment which are needed to carry out servicing of a motorcycle.  Royal Enfield says that up to 80 per cent of all typical maintenance work, minor repairs, parts replacement, components testing and other such service work can be carried out by these service motorcycles.

JLR with University of Cambridge has developed a contactless touchscreen The new technology will help keep drivers' eyes on the road It will also help reduce the spread of bacteria & viruses

The Ford Bronco makes a comeback after 24 years. The heavy-duty off-roader is modern while keeping the retro charm intact. The functional cabin is practical enough and has all modern elements. The cabin has been designed to optimise space and the rugged appeal without much exaggeration or adding fancy creature comforts.

The ACross will sit above the Vitara in Suzuki's SUV line-up; will be based on Toyota RAV4 and the upcoming Corolla Cross SUV. The ACross' interior mimics the one seen on the RAV4, barring some minor changes. The model comes with a 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system (one of the largest screens on a Suzuki ever) that is equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, among other features. The SUV’s electrified powertrain is carried over wholesale from the new RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid, and comprises a 175hp, 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine mated to a pair of electric motors - one with 182hp/270Nm on the front axle and another with 54hp/121Nm at the rear - for a top speed of 180kph. All-wheel drive comes from Suzuki’s E-Four electronic 4x4 system. Combined power output is unconfirmed, but in the RAV-4,this system generates more than 300 bhp power  making it the most powerful RAV4 yet, and Toyota’s quickest alternatively fuelled model.  Fou...

Tesla is now worth more than triple the combined value of U.S. automakers General Motors Co and Ford Motor Co. Tesla Inc on Wednesday became the highest-valued automaker as its shares surged to record highs and the electric carmaker's market capitalization overtook that of former front runner Toyota Motors Corp. Tesla shares gained 5% in early morning trade to a record of $1,133, boosting the company's market cap to $209.47 billion - roughly $6 billion more than Toyota is currently valued by investors. Tesla recently ramped up production of the Model 3 in China  The shares' meteoric rise, up more than 163% since the start of 2020, highlight growing confidence among investors about the future of electric vehicles and Tesla's shift from a niche carmaker into a global leader in cleaner cars. Comparison: Toyota, one of the world's most profitable automakers, sold 10.46 million vehicles during its 2019 financial year, ending on March 3...

Highlights The Hero Xtreme 160R with front and rear disc brakes costs Rs. 1.03 lakh The 160 cc engine makes 15 bhp and 14 Nm; Gets a 5-speed gearbox The motorcycle has started reaching dealerships now Hero MotoCorp, the world's largest two-wheeler manufacturer, has launched the all-new Hero Xtreme 160R in India. The front disc variant is priced at Rs. 99,950 while the dual disc variant is priced at Rs. 103,500. All prices are ex-showroom, Delhi. The Hero Xtreme 160R was first showcased in February 2020 at the Hero World 2020 event. The Hero Xtreme 160R is inspired by the Hero Xtreme 1.R concept motorcycle that was showcased at the 2019 EICMA Motorcycle Show. The  Hero Xtreme 160R  gets a 160 cc single-cylinder engine which is air-cooled and BS6 compliant. It gets  Hero 's XSens technology and programmed fuel injection. It makes 15 bhp at 8,500 rpm and the peak torque is rated at 14 Nm which comes in fully at 6,500 rpm. The engine is paired to a 5-s...

The 2020 Honda Livo BS6 gets a bunch of styling updates It gets fuel-injection, Honda Eco Tech and a silent starter as well It goes up against the Bajaj Platina 110 H-Gear and Hero Splendor iSmart The engine utilises decompression with slightly open exhaust valves and a 'swingback' feature that rotates the engine in the opposite direction so that the piston gets a running start and uses minimal power for starting up. The other technological change is the use of the AC generator for starting the engine. The BS6 Honda Livo also gets a semi-digital instrument console replacing the dual-pod analogue unit Equipped with Honda's latest technology and its urban design, Honda Livo BSVI will raise the bar of style, performance and value in its segment." In terms of feature updates, the 2020 Livo BS6 gets a new DC headlamp with a brighter beam, engine start/stop switch, pass switch and a service due indicator. As far as design is co...