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[The Automobile News]( [Mojave Dunes Await Jeepâs Newest Gladiator]( Hardcore off-road race machines that are built to tackle the Mojave and Baja dunes can cost anywhere from $500,000 to $1 million to build. But Jeep, with an eye on a growing market, now builds a desert racer for $44K.Not that itâs in the same league as the 4Ã4 that took brothers Alan, Aaron and Rodrigo Ampudia to top honors in last yearâs grueling Baja 1000. But the 2020 Jeep Gladiator Mojave, the first to wear Jeepâs new Desert Rated badge, is specifically engineered to withstand the intense heat, sand and dust of high-speed desert racing. While some may call the Mojave just a modified Rubicon, the enhancements are for real. The frame and axles have been reinforced, the suspension system is built for hard landings, it has a 1-inch front lift for bigger wheel wells and 33-inch Falken Wildpeak tires that enable climbing dunes at high-speeds. The Mojave also can run in 4-Low up to 50 mph, 20 more than the Rubicon. More important for most, the top-line Mojave 4Ã4 does all this plus offers great ride quality for daily commutes and weekenders, too. Mojave improves on steering and is quieter than the Rubicon thanks to less aggressive tire treads designed for sand rather than mud and rocks. No one will mistake this midsize pickup coming down the road. It has a performance hood with faux scoop, giant Mojave decal, orange tow hooks and orange accents inside. One of the available colors is Punkân Metallic (you guessed it: orange). Mojave gets the same engine as other Gladiators, a 3.6-liter V-6 capable of producing 285 hp and 260 pound-feet of torque. Two transmissions are available: a 6-speed automatic or 8-speed automatic. Its 4WD transfer case, however, has a taller (2.72:1) ratio to accommodate the higher speeds in 4-Low.Push the pedal to the metal and get to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds, but thatâs not what the Mojave is all about. Shift into 4-Hi and hit the Off-Road+ button on the center stack and youâre ready for sandy trails and dunes. The system automatically adjusts throttle, transmission, shift points and traction control for optimum performance. And itâs plenty fun, even if you donât have a desert down the street. Mojave claws its way through loose sand and ruts like a hungry lion. It is well controlled sweeping down a trail but the suspension setup is designed to handle the hard thumps, too, like after cresting a sand dune. Jeep bolstered the ladder frame at the mounts and employed special Fox short-stroke hydraulic dampers (used in dune racers) to control rough landings after the 4,720-pound beast leaves the ground. Despite being a desert runner, Mojave can handle lumpy dirt trails and rocks, too, with its greater -than-Rubicon 11.6-inch ground clearance and more forgiving approach and departure angles. Besides a front skid plate, shields protect the transfer case, fuel tank and transmission. For those already pondering over Rubicon vs. Mojave, know that both cost about the same (base price around $43K) and are roughly equal in payload at 1,200 pounds. The Rubicon, though, does top Mojave in towing capability at 7,000 pounds, versus 6,000. The combined mileage figure (on-road driving) is comparable, too, at around 19 mpg.The Chevy Colorado ZR2 is another pickup to consider but can you take off the roof and doors, or fold down the windshield, like you can with the Mojave? Ah, thatâs a big no. Durable cloth upholstery (leather is available) has orange contrast stitching and âMojaveâ is embroidered at the top â in orange, of course. The same contrast stitching continues across the dash and steering wheel.On the instrument panel is an analog speedometer and tachometer which flank a programmable data screen in the center. A premium audio package ($1,695) includes an 8.4-inch touchscreen with navigation and satellite radio as part of the intuitive Uconnect system, one of the best in the business. The system includes an Off-Road Page with key powertrain data, pitch and roll degrees, and even the vehicleâs altitude when it springs off a dune. The system shows images from front and rear cameras â and thereâs even a button to automatically clean the camera lenses. Driver-assist technology features are available in a couple of options groups. For around $1,800, you can get adaptive cruise control with collision warning and emergency braking, plus blind-spot and cross-path warnings and rear park assist.Maybe some off-roaders have crawled over enough rocks. Gladiatorâs Mojave will add speed to the off-road adventures, even if there isnât a Baja in your future. [Read More]( The post [Mojave Dunes Await Jeepâs Newest Gladiator]( first appeared on [TheAutomobileNews.com](. [Read Full Story]( [Global NCAPâs views towards Maruti Suzuki S-Presso]( Recently the car safety group NCAP reviewed the safety features of entry-level cars of Maruti Suzuki, S-Presso and have come up with a disappointing outcome. The crash test rated the car as a zero star in the adult safety slab. Vehicles are rated on a scale of 0-5 stars according to the safety they offer to the customers. The company argued that S-Presso obeys all the vehicle safety rules set by the government and found to achieve disheartening results in the new #SaferCarsForIndia crash test. The car somehow managed to acquire 2 stars in the child safety slab but still totally unsafe. In the reviews, NCAP stated that the body structure of the car is unstable and needs to be improved. Also, âChild occupant protection showed poor results for both child dummies in the dynamic test explained by the poor performance of the restraint systems,â Global NCAP said. It is a phase where automakers are more dedicated to providing advanced safety in their cars and even India is paying more priority towards the safety cars. Manufacturers like Mahindra and Tata are providing more attention to safety and enhancing their features to meet as many safety standards as possible. In this era, one of the biggest carmakers of India, Maruti Suzuki has been a clear disappointment for providing this poor quality of safety to their customers. The cost might get increased a bit bust safety should be the primary and the most important feature in a vehicle. Along with S-Presso, NCAP has also tested Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS and Kia Seltos. Where these vehicles didnât perform too well as well but still provide at least some safety to their customers. Grand i10 NIOS achieved 2 stars in adult protection and 2 stars in child protection and Seltos got 3 stars in adult protection and 2 stars in child protection. âIt is very disappointing that Maruti Suzuki, the manufacturer with the largest share of the Indian market, offers such low safety performance for Indian consumers,â Global NCAP Secretary General Alejandro Furas said. The Indian government is increasing strictness towards the safety standards of cars and making it equivalent to European standards. At this time making something like S-Presso is just like violating the safety law. It is one of the most unsafe cars in India and surely not a good option to buy. Maruti Suzuki needs to tighten the safety segment in their cars and make them secure as well as reliable. The post [Global NCAPâs views towards Maruti Suzuki S-Presso]( first appeared on [TheAutomobileNews.com](. [Read Full Story]( [These Electric Cars Are Faster Than The New Corvette C8]( The famed new rear-engined Corvette has the right to call itself the quickest car Chevy has ever producedâ¦but itâs slow compared to these EVs. The new Corvette C8 hit the market fast and furious. Rumors about its mid-range engine caused anxiety with wild presumptions of a possible breakthrough or revolution. Some car enthusiasts refer to it as an engineering leap of faith. It is a true definition of an American sports car with super speed and a mega-dollar price tag. Faraday Future FF91 Faraday Future Company faced production issues and postponed the concept cars for years. In 2019, Faraday Future stepped up and released the FF91, a sleek luxury sport crossover. Built in-house, the FF91âs powertrain contains a massive 130kWh lithium-ion battery pack. It powers up 3 electric motors that produce 1035 horsepower capable of accelerating 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds.The four-wheel steering and vectoring torque, FF91 is surprisingly sturdy on the road. On a single charge, FF91 has an estimated range of 289 miles and large cargo space at the back. Considering that the Corvette C8 produces 495 hp and accelerates in 3.0 seconds, FF91 with the right driver would finish first. Tesla Model X Tesla Model X is a mid-size luxury SUV with spectacular âfalcon-wing ârear doors. Normally, youâd expect SUVs to be slower but the Model X isnât one of them. With an amazing WLTP range of 301 miles, the car can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 2.7 seconds.You would expect a vehicle of about 2500kg to have nothing on the sleek Corvette C8 but itâs not the case. The Tesla Model X is a cool electric car for the everyday commute. On the weekends, you can flaunt your ride and race your friends comfortably. Aspark Owl For all the mobile game lovers, you might have unlocked the Aspark Owl in Asphalt 8: Airborne, a festival spring update in the 2020 version. Aspark Owl is an electric-powered sports car manufactured by a Japanese company Aspark.The goal was to make the fastest electric car and the street-legal racecar did not disappoint. With 1,341 hp, the Owl accelerates from 0-60 mph in 1.60 seconds. At this point, the Corvette should just accept defeat and avoid an embarrassing track record. Porsche Taycan Turbo S Porsche Taycan Turbo S is a sedan/saloon car that is designed for the ultimate comfort and luxury. You can carry four adult passengers while enjoying the benefits of handling a Porsche. It derives power from a 1,389 lithium-ion battery pack that doubles as a structural chassis component balance the center of gravity.With an impressive top speed of 161 mph, Taycan Turbo S sprints 0-60 mph n 2.8 seconds. Although it would be a close call between the Turbo S and C8, Taycan delivers raw speed with excellent handling. Rimac C_Two Rimac C_Two is a fantastic semi-autonomous sports car, manufactured by a Croatian company named Rimac Automobili. The all-electric car gained popularity after a high-presenter reporter, Richard Hammondâs car crash in 2017. The C_Two derives its power from the four in-wheel motors that rotate together producing 1,888bhp and 2,300Nm of torque. Its top speed is 285 mph with an accelerating capability of 0-60 mph in 1.85seconds. Probably would have to slow down waiting for the C8 to warm up in 3 seconds. The C_Two has 400 miles driving range with up to 80% charge using a rapid charger in just thirty minutes. Pininfarina Battista Named after Pininfarinaâs founder Battista Farina, the electric sports car boasts extraordinary performance figures. Borrowing its 120kWh battery pack from Rimac, the four electric motors combined power output produces 1,873bhp and 2,300Nm of torque.The Pininfarina Battista top speed is 217 mph with an acceleration of 0-62 mph in 2 seconds. Although its top speed differs a little from the C_Two, itâs still would give the C8 stiff competition. [Read More]( The post [These Electric Cars Are Faster Than The New Corvette C8]( first appeared on [TheAutomobileNews.com](. [Read Full Story](
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