{"id":23,"date":"2023-01-02T12:12:15","date_gmt":"2023-01-02T12:12:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.adups.app\/?page_id=23"},"modified":"2023-01-02T12:43:18","modified_gmt":"2023-01-02T12:43:18","slug":"wordpress-cars","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wp.adups.app\/index.php\/wordpress-cars\/","title":{"rendered":"WP cars"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"feedzy-rss feedzy-38d32b37e0b48c6e267a30ab009a23d4\"><div class=\"rss_header\"><h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autocarindia.com\/\" class=\"rss_title\" rel=\"noopener\">Autocar India<\/a> <span class=\"rss_description\"> Car and Bike news, reviews and videos.<\/span><\/h2><\/div><ul><li  style=\"padding: 15px 0 25px\" class=\"rss_item\"><div class=\"rss_image\" style=\"width:150px; height:150px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autocarindia.com\/car-news\/bmw-unveils-m-concept-neue-klasse-at-le-mans-439957\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener\" title=\"BMW unveils M Concept Neue Klasse at Le Mans\" style=\"width:150px; height:150px;\"><span class=\"fetched\" style=\"background-image:  url('https:\/\/asset.autocarindia.com\/static\/news\/images\/20260613_110737_3c696e05.jpg');\" title=\"BMW unveils M Concept Neue Klasse at Le Mans\"><\/span><amp-img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/asset.autocarindia.com\/static\/news\/images\/20260613_110737_3c696e05.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><span class=\"title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autocarindia.com\/car-news\/bmw-unveils-m-concept-neue-klasse-at-le-mans-439957\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener\">BMW unveils M Concept Neue Klasse at Le Mans<\/a><\/span><div class=\"rss_content\" style=\"\"><small>by <a href=\"\/\/www.autocarindia.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"www.autocarindia.com\">Autocar India<\/a> on June 13, 2026 at 11:21 am <\/small><p>BMW has unveiled the M Concept Neue Klasse at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, previewing the future design and technology direction of its M division. The concept introduces a new BMW M design language and showcases the electric powertrain technology that will underpin future M models. While BMW has not officially linked the concept to a production model, it is widely understood to be a close preview of the brand&#8217;s upcoming electric M3.New M Yellow Lights and Track Lights design signaturesHeart of Joy control system enables wheel-specific control and brakingNatural-fibre materials used across the exterior and cabinBMW M Concept Neue Klasse: exterior designThe concept features a low, muscular stance, wide wheel arches and a pronounced shoulder line. BMW says several M-specific aerodynamic elements have been incorporated, including new aero mirrors, a front splitter, a floating rear diffuser and a ducktail rear spoiler.At the front, the M Concept Neue Klasse gets a shark-nose design, a V-shaped bonnet air outlet for cooling the electric drivetrain, and a combined headlight and kidney grille graphic. New M Yellow Lights, inspired by BMW&#8217;s GT race cars and M Hybrid V8 racer, are set to become a signature feature of future M models. Three-dimensional Track Lights integrated into the front and rear bumpers are another new design element.Other highlights include a &#8216;trimaran-style&#8217; bumper design, Monza Red metallic paint, red-and-blue centre-lock wheels and extensive use of natural-fibre materials in components such as the front splitter, bonnet air outlet, diffuser and roof graphic.BMW M Concept Neue Klasse: InteriorThe cabin adopts a driver-focused layout with four bucket seats (the rears are likely to be swapped for a more conventional bench for showrooms) featuring integrated natural-fibre structural elements. The seats are upholstered in Bathurst Blue and Berry Red Merino leather, while red five-point harnesses reinforce the motorsport theme.For the first time in a BMW M vehicle, black nubuck leather has been used on the steering wheel, door panels and roll bar. The dashboard features a black knit finish with M-specific hexagonal backlighting, while red accents on the steering wheel, gear selector and digital displays add contrast.BMW M Concept Neue Klasse: PowertrainBMW says the concept uses a new M eDrive powertrain developed specifically for future electric M models. The setup combines four electric motors with BMW M Dynamic Performance Control software, managed by the company&#8217;s new &#8216;Heart of Joy&#8217; control unit.The system enables wheel-specific control of both the drivetrain and braking systems. BMW says this improves traction, response and energy recuperation while also enhancing driving dynamics and safety.The concept uses an 800V electrical architecture and a battery with more than 100kWh of energy capacity. BMW says the battery uses an M-specific version of its sixth-generation cylindrical cells and is structurally integrated into the vehicle.BMW has not announced production plans or performance figures. However, the M Concept Neue Klasse provides the clearest indication yet of the design and technology direction for future electric BMW M models.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/li><li  style=\"padding: 15px 0 25px\" class=\"rss_item\"><div class=\"rss_image\" style=\"width:150px; height:150px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autocarindia.com\/auto-images\/porsche-911-gt3-rs-inspired-by-buzz-lightyear-image-gallery-440337\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener\" title=\"Porsche 911 GT3 RS inspired by Buzz Lightyear image gallery\" style=\"width:150px; height:150px;\"><span class=\"fetched\" style=\"background-image:  url('https:\/\/asset.autocarindia.com\/static\/image-galleries\/images\/20260612_114803_9342103e.jpg');\" title=\"Porsche 911 GT3 RS inspired by Buzz Lightyear image gallery\"><\/span><amp-img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/asset.autocarindia.com\/static\/image-galleries\/images\/20260612_114803_9342103e.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><span class=\"title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autocarindia.com\/auto-images\/porsche-911-gt3-rs-inspired-by-buzz-lightyear-image-gallery-440337\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener\">Porsche 911 GT3 RS inspired by Buzz Lightyear image gallery<\/a><\/span><div class=\"rss_content\" style=\"\"><small>by <a href=\"\/\/www.autocarindia.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"www.autocarindia.com\">Autocar India<\/a> on June 13, 2026 at 10:31 am <\/small><p>At the premier of Toy Story 5, Porsche unveiled three, one-off 911 variants \u2013 one of which was a 911 GT3 RS inspired by Buzz Lightyear. As suggested by the \u2018Buzz Lightyear\u2019 suffix, this 911 has undergone cosmetic customisation by Porsche\u2019s Sonderwunsch division to celebrate the release of Disney and Pixar\u2019s upcoming movie. The bespoke 911 will be sold as a charitable initiative to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, the American Red Cross and Starlight Children\u2019s Foundation.This Porsche 911 GT3 RS gets the optional Weissach Package, and its 4.0-litre naturally aspirated flat-six engine produces 525hp. The transmission is a 7-speed dual-clutch (PDK) automatic. Magnesium wheels, a front-axle lift system, Porsche Carbon Ceramic Brakes with black calipers and an extended range fuel tank are optional extras.Also seePorsche 911 Carrera T Inspired by Woody image galleryAudi Nuvolari exterior and interior image gallery<\/p><\/div><\/li><li  style=\"padding: 15px 0 25px\" class=\"rss_item\"><div class=\"rss_image\" style=\"width:150px; height:150px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autocarindia.com\/auto-images\/2026-bmw-s-1000-rr-image-gallery-440340\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener\" title=\"2026 BMW S 1000 RR image gallery\" style=\"width:150px; height:150px;\"><span class=\"fetched\" style=\"background-image:  url('https:\/\/asset.autocarindia.com\/static\/image-galleries\/images\/20260613_064014_12fa7e02.jpg');\" title=\"2026 BMW S 1000 RR image gallery\"><\/span><amp-img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/asset.autocarindia.com\/static\/image-galleries\/images\/20260613_064014_12fa7e02.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><span class=\"title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autocarindia.com\/auto-images\/2026-bmw-s-1000-rr-image-gallery-440340\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener\">2026 BMW S 1000 RR image gallery<\/a><\/span><div class=\"rss_content\" style=\"\"><small>by <a href=\"\/\/www.autocarindia.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"www.autocarindia.com\">Autocar India<\/a> on June 13, 2026 at 9:30 am <\/small><p>The updated BMW S 1000 RR was introduced for 2025 with new winglets for increased downforce, and a redesigned front wheel cover with integrated brake ducts to improve front brake cooling. New fairing side panels also give it a sharper, more aggressive design. Standard equipment has been significantly expanded too with Pro riding modes now included as standard, along with additional Race Pro modes, two extra combinations of throttle response and engine torque, Engine Brake and Hill Start Control Pro functions, five-level adjustable ABS in Race Pro modes, and a dedicated ABS Slick setting. Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) is also now standard.\u00a0The bike continues to be powered by a 999cc inline-four producing 210hp at 13,750rpm and 113Nm at 11,000rpm, paired with a bi-directional quickshifter, with BMW claiming a top speed of 303kph and a kerb weight of 197kg.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/li><li  style=\"padding: 15px 0 25px\" class=\"rss_item\"><div class=\"rss_image\" style=\"width:150px; height:150px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autocarindia.com\/auto-features\/e85-vs-e20-real-world-mileage-test-on-a-flex-fuel-gixxer-sf-250-440667\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener\" title=\"E85 vs E20: Real-world mileage test on a Flex Fuel Gixxer SF 250\" style=\"width:150px; height:150px;\"><span class=\"fetched\" style=\"background-image:  url('https:\/\/asset.autocarindia.com\/static\/features\/images\/20260613_070431_2bd15a85.jpg');\" title=\"E85 vs E20: Real-world mileage test on a Flex Fuel Gixxer SF 250\"><\/span><amp-img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/asset.autocarindia.com\/static\/features\/images\/20260613_070431_2bd15a85.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><span class=\"title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autocarindia.com\/auto-features\/e85-vs-e20-real-world-mileage-test-on-a-flex-fuel-gixxer-sf-250-440667\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener\">E85 vs E20: Real-world mileage test on a Flex Fuel Gixxer SF 250<\/a><\/span><div class=\"rss_content\" style=\"\"><small>by <a href=\"\/\/www.autocarindia.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"www.autocarindia.com\">Autocar India<\/a> on June 13, 2026 at 8:53 am <\/small><p>The Indian government recently introduced E85 fuel &#8211; petrol blended with 85 percent ethanol &#8211; at Rs 82.12 per litre in Delhi, which is Rs 20 lower than the current baseline fuel available nationwide &#8211; E20. Naturally, the first question on everyone\u2019s minds was how big a drop does E85 have on a vehicle\u2019s fuel efficiency? Ethanol does have a lower energy content than petrol with pure petrol standing at around 32MJ\/l (megajoule\/litre), E20 hovering around 30.5MJ\/l and E85 dropping down to 23.5 to 24MJ\/l.To understand the impact of this, we conducted a real-world test using a Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 FFV (Flex Fuel Vehicle), which is one of the only two-wheelers on sale in India currently, capable of running on E85 fuel. Hero MotoCorp has recently launched flex fuel versions of its popular Spendor and HF Deluxe models as well, but deliveries won\u2019t begin until July and while Honda used to sell a flex fuel version of its CB300F, that bike has now been discontinued.Autocar India\u2019s testing methodologyThe Gixxer\u2019s fuel tank was completely drained and we ensured that there was no petrol remaining in the fuel system either. After that, the bike was filled to the brim with E85 fuel and its tyre pressures set to manufacturer specifications. Then the bike was ridden on the same 80km loop in Delhi over two and a half hours simulating a combined scenario of open roads with faster flowing traffic as well as more heavily trafficked roads flowing at a slower pace. During this, our average speed hovered around 29kph. Our test was conducted during the middle of the week to have the most consistent real-world traffic conditions. The fuel\u2019s level was also measured from the same set of dispensers, and a brim-to-brim filling method was used.The Gixxer&#8217;s fuel tank was completely drained before both the fuel economy runs.\u00a0Once we finished the first run on E85, tanking up the Gixxer 250 required 2.79 litres, which meant that the bike returned 28.81kpl.Subsequently, we drained the tank fully and let the engine idle until every last drop of E85 had been consumed. Then we proceeded to fill E20 fuel into the Gixxer and repeat the test all over again the next day. We ensured to run the test on the same route at the same time and under similar weather and traffic conditions, while also maintaining similar average speeds as before.Both the runs were conducted over the same 80km test loop in similiar conditions and with the same rider.\u00a0Once we finished our 80km test loop, the Suzuki needed 1.93 litres of E20 petrol to brim the tank. A simple calculation revealed that the bike gave us a much higher fuel economy number of 38.1kpl.\u00a0E85 vs E20 mileage test resultsSuzuki Gixxer SF 250Average Speed29kphEfficiency on E8528.81kplEfficiency on E2038.1kpl% Variance\u00a024.40Cost per km on E85Rs 2.85Cost per km on E20Rs 2.68Cost per 10,000km on E85Rs 28,514Cost per 10,000km on E20Rs 26,803Vehicle costRs 1,89,768 (Gixxer SF 250)Flex Fuel vehicle costRs 1,98,457 (Gixxer SF 250 FFV)What does this mean for the average consumer?From the numbers above, it is crystal clear that E85 petrol returns much lower fuel economy than E20 petrol &#8211; to be precise, 24.40 percent lower, as per our instrumented tests on this particular vehicle. That number may vary based on the vehicle, riding conditions and riding style but this is a good indicator on what to expect.As of today, in Delhi, E85 petrol is priced at Rs 82.12 per litre and E20 is at Rs 102.12 per litre. The difference in the pricing of the fuel works out to 19.58 percent. If one were to crunch the numbers, it becomes apparent that the differential in the pricing between E20 and E85 fuel isn\u2019t big enough to make monetary sense for motorists to invest their hard-earned money into flex fuel vehicles &#8211; at least with the current fuel pricing structure.Currently, there are very few flex fuel vehicles on sale in India.When considered on a cost per kilometer basis, it works out to about Rs 2.68\/km for E20 and Rs 2.85\/km for E85 on the Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 FFV. Over a 10,000km distance, running E85 in this motorcycle at this fuel pricing will work out to an additional Rs 1,711. That difference will only get bigger with larger capacity motorcycles and especially on cars that have much lower fuel efficiency than bikes.Not only that, flex fuel versions of vehicles themselves cost higher than the ones designed to run on regular petrol. For example, the flex fuel version of the Gixxer SF 250 we tested costs Rs 1.98 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), which is nearly 5 percent more than the Rs 1.89 lakh regular version that runs on E20. A similar percentage difference in the purchase price can also be seen in the recently launched Flex Fuel bikes from Hero MotoCorp.E85&#8217;s fuel economy deficit is higher than the price gap to E20 petrol currently, making it more expensive to use in the long run.\u00a0According to petroleum minister Hardeep Singh Puri, initial plans include 50-100 E85\/E100 dispensing stations in the Delhi-NCR and Mumbai-Pune-Nagpur corridor, expanding to 500 stations by December 2026. Puri estimates that as many as 5,000 dispensing stations will be set up across major Indian cities by the end of 2027.For Flex Fuel vehicles to gain popularity in India, E85 should be priced low enough that it not only matches the running cost of E20, but goes below it.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li  style=\"padding: 15px 0 25px\" class=\"rss_item\"><div class=\"rss_image\" style=\"width:150px; height:150px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autocarindia.com\/car-news\/india-clears-path-for-self-driving-and-vehicle-safety-technology-439956\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener\" title=\"India clears path for self-driving and vehicle safety technology\" style=\"width:150px; height:150px;\"><span class=\"fetched\" style=\"background-image:  url('https:\/\/asset.autocarindia.com\/static\/news\/images\/20260613_082504_87ab6055.jpg');\" title=\"India clears path for self-driving and vehicle safety technology\"><\/span><amp-img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/asset.autocarindia.com\/static\/news\/images\/20260613_082504_87ab6055.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><span class=\"title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autocarindia.com\/car-news\/india-clears-path-for-self-driving-and-vehicle-safety-technology-439956\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener\">India clears path for self-driving and vehicle safety technology<\/a><\/span><div class=\"rss_content\" style=\"\"><small>by <a href=\"\/\/www.autocarindia.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"www.autocarindia.com\">Autocar India<\/a> on June 13, 2026 at 8:37 am <\/small><p>India has removed licensing requirements for radio spectrum used by automotive radar and connected-car communication systems, a move that could accelerate the adoption of advanced safety features and future self-driving technologies.Radar-based safety systems exempted from spectrum licensingVehicle-to-vehicle communication technology also coveredCould help bring advanced safety features to more vehiclesAccording to a Reuters report, the government has exempted automotive radar systems operating in the 77GHz-81GHz frequency band from licensing requirements. A separate notification also removes licensing requirements for systems operating in the 5.9GHz band, which enables communication between vehicles and roadside infrastructure.The move aligns India with regulations followed in the United States and Europe, allowing automakers and suppliers to deploy globally developed hardware without requiring market-specific versions, lowering costs and speeding adoption.What does it mean?Radar sensors form the basis of several advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), including autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring. They are also a key building block for future self-driving technologies.The exemption covering the 5.9GHz band will support vehicle-to-everything (V2X) systems, which allow vehicles to communicate with other vehicles and roadside infrastructure. These systems can warn drivers about hazards beyond their line of sight, such as a vehicle braking around a blind corner or an approaching emergency vehicle.Luxury brands such as Mercedes-Benz and BMW, which already offer radar-based driver assistance technologies overseas, could deploy the same systems more easily in India. Domestic manufacturers including Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors and Mahindra could also benefit as ADAS features become more widespread.Suppliers such as Bosch, Continental and Qualcomm are also expected to benefit from the change.Focus on road safetyIndia recorded more than 177,000 road deaths in nearly half a million accidents in 2024, according to government data cited by Reuters. The government hopes wider adoption of technologies such as ADAS and V2X can help improve road safety, particularly in situations where conventional sensors or driver visibility may be limited.The latest notifications do not mandate the use of these technologies, but they remove a regulatory hurdle that could make them easier and more cost-effective to introduce in future vehicles.<\/p><\/div><\/li><\/ul> <\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-23","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp.adups.app\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/23","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp.adups.app\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp.adups.app\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wp.adups.app\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wp.adups.app\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/wp.adups.app\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/23\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":42,"href":"https:\/\/wp.adups.app\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/23\/revisions\/42"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp.adups.app\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}