Nov 15, 2019 by CarGurus Staff Leave a Comment With the 2019 LA Auto Show just a week away, now’s the perfect time to take a quick look at some of the new models set to be unveiled in the LA Convention Center. Below we’ve listed a half-dozen of our favorites, plus be sure to visit the CarGurus Facebook page and CarGurus YouTube channel during the LA Show press days on November 20th and 21st for updates. Without further ado, here are six cars that have already piqued our interest. Ford Mustang Mach-E Two things tell you all you need to know about the faith Ford has in its all-new and all-electric SUV. First, there’s the name—because you don’t call something a Mustang without also inviting intense scrutiny about its heritage, positioning, and performance. Mustang it is, though, albeit with an added “Mach-E” for good measure. Second is the fact that Ford’s opening press surrounding the car hasn’t detailed its drivetrain or … [Read more...] about 2019 LA Auto Show: Six Star Cars
Daimler Takes ‘Reality Check’ On Robotaxis
Daimler has taken a "reality check" on self-driving "robotaxis", acknowledging that making them safe is proving harder than first thought amid questions over their future earnings potential. Chief Executive Ola Kaellenius told journalists on Thursday Daimler would "rightsize" its spending level on robotaxis and that self-driving technology would more likely be applied to commercial vehicles for freight companies on long haul routes. Carmakers raced to develop self-driving vehicles after Google presented a prototype car in 2012, leading Daimler to develop an autonomous Mercedes. The idea of fleets of robotaxis picking up and ferrying customers around cities gained traction, driven by the stellar growth of ride services such as Uber and of delivery services firms. However, costs and regulatory hurdles have spiralled, leading to a reassessment of the business potential. "There has been a reality check setting in here," Kaellenius said. Ensuring that self-driving cars are 100% safe in … [Read more...] about Daimler Takes ‘Reality Check’ On Robotaxis
Jawa Perak Launch Live Updates: Prices, Specs, Features, Images & Other Details
Home Two wheelers Live Blog oi-Rahul Nagaraj By Rahul Nagaraj Published: Friday, November 15, 2019, 11:51 [IST] Jawa Perak launch live updates. Jawa Motorcycles is all set to introduce its third product in the Indian market, the Perak. The factory-custom bobber-style Jawa Perak was showcased at the launch of the Jawa and Jawa 42 motorcycles, held exactly one year back.The Jawa Perak offers a design, very different from any other model in its segment. The bobber-style motorcycle offering from Jawa Motorcycles is powered by a slightly more powerful engine compared to the current two models on sale in the Indian market.The Jawa Perak comes with a 334cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, producing 30bhp and 31Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a six-speed gearbox. The motorcycle comes with conventional telescopic forks at the front with a mono-shock suspension set-up at the rear.Here are the live updates from the launch of the Jawa Perak: Auto Refresh Feeds … [Read more...] about Jawa Perak Launch Live Updates: Prices, Specs, Features, Images & Other Details
Royal Enfield’s DIY Basic Video Instructions For 650 Twins: Covers Starting Trouble & More
Home Two wheelers oi-Rahul Jaswal By Rahul Jaswal Published: Friday, November 15, 2019, 12:00 [IST] Indian motorcycle giant Royal Enfield has published a set of (DIY) Do-It-Yourself videos in order to enable customers to run basic maintenance for their Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 motorcycles. The company has published 11 videos that provide step by step instructions for maintenance. The in-depth DIY guide teaches one how to diagnose problems on the Interceptor 650, and how to fix them without having to go to a mechanic. The videos cover small issues revolving around the fuses, the battery, the spark plugs, chain cleaning & lubrication, and light bulbs. The videos also cover throttle cable adjustments, starting trouble, an introduction to the instrument cluster, front wheel and rear wheel removal, how removing the battery, clutch cable adjustments, and oil level inspection. Royal Enfield's DIY videos also help owners understand what tools they need … [Read more...] about Royal Enfield’s DIY Basic Video Instructions For 650 Twins: Covers Starting Trouble & More
End Of An Era As Chevy Has Built The Last Front-Engined Corvette
It's a Z06 coupe previously sold for $2.7 million for a noble cause. Ladies and gentlemen, the front-engined Corvette has left the building. After seven generations and 66 years of production, Chevy is phasing out the ‘Vette with the engine mounted in the front as the very last car to feature the traditional layout has been assembled at the Bowling Green Assembly Plant. Rather than making a big deal out of it with a full press release and gallery, Chevy only shared this image attached to the following post on Twitter. The final C7 is a black coupe in the hot Z06 specification and the 3LZ trim level, but you can’t have it. That’s because Chevy and Barrett-Jackson sold it for an impressive $2.7 million a few months ago to benefit the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation – a charity that provides support to first responders as well as injured service members. Some would be tempted to say this C7 is the most expensive Corvette ever sold at … [Read more...] about End Of An Era As Chevy Has Built The Last Front-Engined Corvette
