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2025 Ducati Panigale V2 and Streetfighter V2 launched
Carrying the latest iteration of Ducati’s legendary V-twin, the 2025 Ducati Panigale V2 and Streetfighter V2 make their world debut. The Panigale V2 will enter the market in V2 and V2S versions at the end of January 2025, available only in Ducati Red, while the Streetfighter V2 and V2S will be available from the end of March 2025.
Starting with the all-new V-twin engine in 90-degree configuration, displacement is 890 cc. Power, with variable valve timing (IVT), is claimed to be 120 hp at 10,750 rpm with a maximum torque of 93.3 Nm at 8,250 rpm.
The engine is carried in a monocoque frame as a stressed member along with a hollow symmetrical swingarm inspired by the just launched Ducati Panigale V4. The swingarm on the Streetfighter V2 is 30 mm longer than the Panigale V2 and a Sachs steering damper is fitted as standard.
For suspension, the Panigale V2 and Streetfighter V2 are equipped with fully-adjustable forks and monshock. Meanwhile, the Panigale V2S and Streetfighter V2S get Ohlins NIX-30 upside-down forks and Ohlins monoshock, while a lithium-ion battery is fitted to save weight.
Brembo does the front brakes for the Panigale V2 and Streetfighter V2, consisting of two 320 mm discs and M50 monobloc calipers. The electronics suite for both V2s is comprehensive, featuring sports ABS Cornering with slide-by-brake functionality, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Engine Brake Control and the new Ducati Quick Shift 2.0, all taken from the Panigale V4.
Additionally, the V2S versions of the Panigale V2 and Streetfighter V2 come with Ducati Power Launch and Pit Limiter as standard. There are four ride modes – Race, Sport, Road and Wet – with riding information displayed on the new 5-inch TFT LCD that comes with three schemes – Road, Road Pro and Track.
Differentiating the standard and ‘S’ versions of the Panigale V2 and Streetfigther is the seating. The standard models come in two seater configuration while the S versions are single seat only, with pillion seating available as an option, as is the Ducati Multimedia System.
2025 Ducati Panigale V2
2025 Ducati Streetfighter V2
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Geely Galaxy Starship 7 in China – Proton eMas 7 PHEV, up to 120 km EV range, 1,420 km total range
Geely’s next big product, the Galaxy Starship 7, has been launched in China ahead of the start of pre-sales on November 8. This plug-in hybrid SUV – essentially a Galaxy E5/Proton eMas 7 (stylised as e.MAS 7) with a petrol engine and a less powerful electric motor – debuts with a deeply impressive new NordThor EM-i powertrain that aims to trump BYD’s superiority in this area.
As detailed previously, the system utilises a 1.5 litre turbocharged four-cylinder, redesigned to increase air swirl in the combustion chamber to hit a record thermal efficiency of 46.5%. Outputs are rated at 111 PS and 136 Nm of torque.
Mated to this is an 11-to-1 electrified dedicated hybrid transmission (E-DHT) that combines the P1 integrated starter-generator and P3 drive motor, together producing 218 PS (160 kW) and 262 Nm. So equipped, the Galaxy Starship 7 is able to sprint from zero to 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds on its way to a top speed of 180 km/h.
Two battery sizes are being offered, both being Aegis “short blade” lithium iron phosphate units. The smaller 8.5 kWh pack offers a modest 55 km of all-electric range even on China’s lenient CLTC cycle, but the 19.09 kWh battery boosts this figure to a decent 120 km. Allied to the petrol engine and a 51 litre fuel tank, total range is quoted at up tom 1,420 km, while fuel consumption is rated at 3.75 litres per 100 km.
Geely says the Galaxy Starship 7 supports “1.9C” DC fast charging, meaning that the input is 1.9 times the battery capacity, or around 36 kW. Topping up the battery from 30 to 80% takes a claimed 20 minutes. The car also comes with a vehicle-to-load (V2L) function.
Built on the same Global Intelligent New Energy Architecture (GEA) as the Galaxy E5 and eMas 7, the Galaxy Starship 7’s similarities with its pure electric siblings are obvious in the centre section, which is all but identical save for conventional pull-type door handles instead of flush pop-out items.
The front and rear ends have been tweaked slightly, however – the former gains a full-width light bar with “Galaxy Ripple” tiered daytime running lights on either side, with the main headlights being pushed downwards into the bumper. You also don’t get the illuminated “grille” that is optional on the E5.
Around the back, the “Rising Sun” full-width taillight graphics have been mildly revised, while the number plate recess has been relocated to the tailgate, giving the car a striking resemblance to the Porsche Cayenne. The E5’s aero wheels have also been swapped out for multi-spoke units. Geely claims a drag coefficient of 0.288, which is slightly higher than the E5’s 0.269.
Break out the measuring tape and you’ll realise there’s not much that separates the Starship 7 from the E5 in terms of dimensions either, being just four millimetres wider (1,905 mm) and 15 mm taller (1,685 mm), as well as being five millimetres longer in wheelbase (2,755 mm). It is, however, 125 mm longer in overall length (4,740 mm), presumably at the front to fit the PHEV powertrain.
Step inside and you’ll find more shared items with the E5, including the oblong two-spoke steering wheel, 10.25-inch digital instrument display, 14.8-inch centre touchscreen, 13.8-inch head-up display and twin smartphone holders with a 50-watt Qi wireless charger on the left side.
There are a few changes, however – you now get a full-width air-con vent design, while the wraparound centre console has been swapped out for a simple symmetrical one. The multifunction knob and physical air-con controls (now with temperate and fan rocker switches, a handy addition) have also been moved further down the said console.
Just like the E5, the Starship 7 will likely enter Malaysia as the eMas 7 PHEV, with Proton already trademarking the name. This would provide a great alternative to the electric eMas 7 for buyers who need the additional range from a petrol engine.
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Malaysian fuel prices November 2024 week two – all unchanged; diesel RM2.95/litre, RON97 RM3.19/litre
It’s time once again for the weekly Malaysian fuel price update, with the ministry of finance having announced the retail prices of fuels for the coming week of November 7 to 13, 2024.
No change in the RON 97 petrol price for the coming week, and so the fuel continues on at the RM3.19 per litre rate it was at last week. Elsewhere, RON 95 petrol remains at its ceiling price of RM2.05 per litre as set by the Malaysian government in 2021.
The price of Euro 5 B10 and B20 diesel also remains unchanged, so these continue at RM2.95 per litre. This means that Euro 5 B7 diesel, which costs 20 sen more per litre, stays at its present rate of RM3.15 per litre. Meanwhile, the retail price of diesel fuel in Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan continues unchanged at its current rate of RM2.15 per litre.
These fuel prices will take effect from midnight tonight until Wednesday, November 13, when the next set of fuel price updates will be announced. This is the 45th edition of the weekly fuel pricing format for this year, and the 304th in total since the format was introduced at the start of 2019.
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Xpeng to develop its first extended range electric vehicle system – 430 km EV range, 1,400 km combined
At Xpeng’s AI Day event today, the company announced that it is developing a new extended range electric vehicle (EREV) system that will enter production in the future. This represents an interesting shift for the brand that has only produced pure electric vehicles (EVs) since its inception.
Called the Kunpeng Super Electric System, it is claimed to deliver an all-electric range of 430 km and a combined range of 1,400 km with the range extender in play. The company claims these figures are a significant improvement over existing EREV systems in the market today.
As reported by CarNewsChina, Xpeng CEO He Xiaopeng said that current EREV systems do not provide a good experience as they typically take around 30 minutes to charge from 30-80%. The Kunpeng system is said to use a 5C battery pack – the “C” indicates how many times a battery can be charged in one hour – that can get from a 10-80% state of charge in as little as 12 minutes.
This ties in with the rollout of the Xpeng S5 that can deliver up to 800 kW of charging power in China, with export markets set to receive the supercharger in 2025. Another issue with today’s EREV systems, as He explained, is range, which requires more frequent charging stops that the Kunpeng system aims to mitigate.
Additionally, the company also wants the engine, which acts as a generator for a battery, to operate in a silent manner, with just an increase of one decibel when operating. He mentioned that existing systems have a tough time dealing with mountainous roads, which is why the Kunpeng system will use artificial intelligence (AI) to warm up the engine earlier in anticipation of such roads.
He went on to say that there is a need for an EREV system because of the unreliability of power grids in many countries, including in areas where charging stations are far and few between.
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Toyota Ultimate Tailgate Tundra for SEMA – audio-visual powerhouse with five 55-inch TVs, six speakers
Another vehicle to join Toyota’s line-up for this year’s SEMA Show is the Ultimate Tailgate Tundra, which was created as part of the carmaker’s partnership with the National Football League (NFL).
As its name suggests, the customised pick-up truck celebrates tailgating, which is a tradition where food and drinks are served at or near the back end of a parked vehicle prior to a public event such as a football game.
With the Ultimate Tailgate Tundra, Toyota decided to go full Pimp My Ride by fitting a custom-built staging shell that automatically rises from the bed of a truck on four electric actuators at a push of button.
When deployed, it reveals five 55-inch weatherproof outdoor screens that provide a clear view of the action from any angle. To keep the glare of the sun at bay, there’s also a rack-mounted 180 Dual + R-Filler canopy that provides 185 square feet of shaded space.
For audio, a bespoke system based on JBL’s Club Marine Series was fitted, including an A5055 amplifier to provide a signal to four tower speakers, while a separate amplifier drives a pair of 10-inch subwoofers.
As impressive as this audio-visual powerhouse is, there’s also the matter of connectivity in order to stream any content. For this, an on-board satellite Wi-Fi system provides connection to the channels broadcasting games, with a generator handling power delivery for the entire setup.
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Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-owned Carnival by Hap Seng Star Nov 8 to 10 – up to RM26k savings
Hap Seng Star is hosting a Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-owned Vehicles Carnival this weekend, November 8 to 10 at the Hap Seng Star Balakong Pre-owned Centre. The company is promising significant savings of up to RM26,000 on several models, as well as interest rates starting from 1.98% per annum.
Among the models being touted is the entire V177 A-Class Sedan range, including the A200, A250 and the Mercedes-AMG A35, starting from RM192,000. The W206 C200 can also be had from RM218,000, while the outgoing W213 E-Class is available in E200 and E300 forms, with prices starting from RM238,000.
Compact SUVs are also on offer, with the GLA200 and GLA250 starting from RM193,000. Need seven seats? Then the GLB200 and GLB250 are worth considering, with prices starting from RM198,000.
Interested customers can visit the official Hap Seng Star website or drop by the Hap Seng Star Balakong Pre-owned Centre to browse the full available inventory of Mercedes-Benz Certified pre-owned cars. You may also contact the Balakong centre at 03-8947 9688 for more information.
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Once you switch to an EV, you won’t go back to petrol cars; it’s like going from a car to a horse – Geely rep
Geely Holding Group head of global communications Ashley Sutcliffe said that once car drivers switch to electric vehicles, “they won’t go back to petrol”, Bernama has reported.
“It’s like buying a car and then going back to a horse. It’s really uncomfortable. I easily drove 3,000 kilometres on a road trip, and the electricity bill was 415 yuan (about RM255). In a petrol car, that would have been at least 1,500 yuan. Petrol here [in China] is twice the price of [petrol in] Malaysia, making it very expensive to use,” Sutcliffe said during a media delegation visit to Geely headquarters in Hangzhou as part of the Malaysian Media Visit Programme to China.
Electric vehicles accounted for 53% of monthly vehicle sales volume in China in recent months, or around two million units monthly, according to Sutcliffe, attributing it to rapid public acceptance and rising demand, and noted that the surge was driven by extensive charging infrastructure and affordable prices.
Early examples of electric vehicles which were priced between 500,000 yuan and 600,000 yuan could now be purchased from 30,000 yuan, which makes them more accessible to a broader market and increases their popularity, Sutcliffe added.
The National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) by the Malaysian government aims to have electric vehicles form 80% of total industry volume by 2040, alongside its plans to establish 10,000 EV chargers by 2025 and have 500,000 electric vehicles by 2030.
Sutcliffe believes that Malaysia’s renewable energy resources such as solar, wind and hydro power will ease electric vehicle infrastructure development. “I believe this country will be a new energy leader in the future,” he said.
On the subject of equine references to internal combustion, Geely represents one half of a joint venture with Renault that is Horse Powertrain, which will supply the 2.0 litre turbocharged engine for the next-generation Mercedes-Benz CLA.
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BMW Motorrad introduces Concept F 450 GS
Heading soon for production is the BMW Motorrad Concept F 450 GS, intended for Europe’s A2 motorcycle licence class. Slotting in-between the BMW Motorrad G 310 GS and the F 800/900 GS, the F 450 GS is dual-purpose motorcycle carries the characteristic DNA of the GS family.
An all-new parallel-twin produces 48 hp, in compliance with Europe’s A2 licence rules. According to BMW Motorrad the engine uses a “a special, never-before-used ignition offset… particularly characterful and eager to rev.”
Working from a clean sheet of paper, the Concept F 450 GS comes with fully-adjustable front forks and rear monoshock with load-dependent damping. This allows the F 450 GS to come close to the minimum allowable class weight limit of 172 kg.
Features that will be found on the Concept F 450 GS include BMW Motorrad ABS Pro acting on a performance brake, and freely configurable riding modes. BMW Connectivity is also included, with 6.5-inch TFT-LCD screen and connectivity to the rider’s smartphone.
For now the Concept F 450 GS remains as that, a concept, but BMW Motorrad says a corresponding series vehicle in the style of the Concept F 450 GS will be presented in 2025. In Malaysia, the G 310 GS has a price tag of RM31,500 while the F 900 GS retails at RM88,500.
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JPJ issues 11,435 motorcycle saman in the first four days of two-month long Operasi Khas Motosikal
The road transport department (JPJ) says that its Operasi Khas Motosikal 2024, which began last Friday, November 1, has seen a total of 11,435 summonses being issued to motorcyclists nationwide in the first four days of the two-month long special operation.
According to JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli, a total of 31,851 motorcycles were inspected during the four-day period, and action was taken against 4,533 motorcycles. Additionally, 135 motorcycles were confiscated for failing to comply with the regulations under the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333) and its related regulations, The Star reports.
He said the special operation was being conducted because statistics have indicated that the number of accidents and fatalities from road incidents is rising, with 70% of these cases involving motorcyclists. “JPJ will not compromise with any motorcyclist or pillion rider who fails to comply with established road regulations,” he said.
The objective of this operation is to minimise the accident rate and death toll through monitoring and by enforcing compliance on eight key offences, which are operating a motor vehicle without a valid license, operating a motor vehicle without road tax, having no insurance cover, running red lights, extreme modification of a vehicle, riding a motorcycle without wearing a helmet, illegal racing and other technical offences.
Aedy Fadly noted that the top five offences during the four-day period were that of not having a competent driving licence (CDL) (2,922 cases), riding a motorbike with an expired motor vehicle licence (LKM) (2,290 cases), not having insurance coverage (2,044 cases), technical offences (1,043 cases) and for using registration numbers not following specifications (663 cases).
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BYD’s revenue beats Tesla for the first time – USD28.2 billion in Q3 2024; overseas sales at 94,477 units
BYD has announced a substantial increase in its quarterly revenue this year to beat Tesla for the first time, reports Reuters. Between July and September, the Chinese automaker posted over 200 billion yuan (USD28.2 billion) in revenues, which is 24% more than the same period in 2023, and eclipsing Tesla that saw a quarterly revenue of USD25.2 billion.
As for net profit, BYD recorded an increase to 11.6 billion yuan (USD1.63 billion) in Q3 2024, while the first nine months of this year has seen net profit go up by 18.1% to 25.2 billion yuan.
China’s “old-for-new” initiative, which offers buyers subsidies (up to 20,000 yuan or USD2.8k) to scrap their old car for a new energy vehicle (NEV) has been beneficial for carmakers in the country. As of late October, 1.57 million applicants had registered to take advantage of this programme.
Reuters also noted in its report that BYD achieved a monthly sales record in September and its quarterly sales also reached a new high in Q3 2024. The news outlet’s calculations suggest sales of the brand’s pure electric vehicles (EV) dipped by 2.7% to 443,426 units, which is less than the 462,890 units reported by Tesla.
In terms of overseas sales, BYD sold 94,477 cars overseas in the third quarter, up 32.6% from the year before. With additional tariffs being imposed on made-in-China EVs, it remains to be seen if BYD can keep the momentum going as we near the end of 2024.
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BYD Sealion 7 EV SUV open for booking in Malaysia – Tesla Model Y rival, up to 530 PS, 567 km NEDC range
This just in – BYD Malaysia has announced that the Sealion 7 is now open for booking. Confirmation came as part of a social media post that finally revealed the car in full after weeks of teasing. You can click here to book for a RM1,000 booking fee.
Measuring 4,830 mm long, 1,925 mm wide, 1,620 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2,930 mm, this electric SUV is a direct competitor to the Tesla Model Y and should be priced as such, just like how the Seal is currently doing battle with the Model 3. Expect the Sealion 7 to be priced slightly higher than its sedan sibling, which currently retails for between RM163,800 and RM199,800 nett.
Despite its name, the Sealion 7 is closer to the Song L – another coupé-style electric SUV with a long body and low roofline – than the more conventional plug-in hybrid Sealion 6 DM-i. The design, meanwhile, borrows plenty from the Seal, not least the C-shaped headlights, large air intakes, full-width taillights and large rear diffuser.
The interior is a sleeker affair compared to past BYDs, with a double-layer dashboard neatly integrating the 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and illuminated passenger panel. You still, of course, get a massive 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen, along with available features such as a 50-inch augmented reality head-up display, Nappa leather upholstery, a panoramic glass roof, front and rear heated and ventilated seats and a 12-speaker Dynaudio sound system.
In Hong Kong, its first export market, the Sealion 7 is available with two powertrain options, with the base model getting a single rear motor producing 313 PS (230 kW) and 380 Nm of torque, powering the car from zero to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. A standard-fit 82.56 kWh Blade lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery provides a range of 567 km on the NEDC cycle.
Meanwhile, the AWD model adds a front motor with 218 PS (160 kW) and 310 Nm, resulting in a total system output of 530 PS (390 kW) and 690 Nm; the century sprint is completed some 2.2 seconds quicker at 4.5 seconds. As a result of the increased performance, range has dropped slightly to 542 km. The car supports up to 150 kW of DC fast charging power and 11 kW of AC charging.
It should be noted that in Europe, the top AWD model will receive a larger 91.3 kWh battery, as well as support for up to 230 kW of DC fast charging thanks to an 800-volt electrical architecture. It remains to be seen which version we’ll get, although our money is on the model sold in Hong Kong.
Whichever version we’ll get, the Sealion 7 certainly sounds like a compelling proposition. What do you think – would you get this over the Model Y? Sound off in the comments section after the jump.
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Suzuki puts future EVs on hold, but will continue development alongside hybrids, synthetic fuels
Suzuki eVitara As Suzuki unveils its first production electric vehicle, the eVitara, the Japanese manufacturer will be putting its plans for future EVs on hold as it monitors the market, reported Autocar.
The eVitara is the first of what was originally a batch of four EV models that were planned for roll-out before the end of this decade as part of a US$35 billion (RM158 billion) investment, however Suzuki president Toshihiro Suzuki would not specify a timeline for the arrival of a subsequent EV, nor confirm if the carmaker’s target was still to launch five EVs by 2030, the publication reported.
“We are in a very difficult situation at this moment as the sales of BEVs are slowing down, and on the other hand affordable and cheap EVs from China are coming into the market, so it is a very difficult time to introduce [further] BEVs,” Suzuki said.
The Japanese carmaker’s president said that government incentives for electric vehicles are coming to an end, and combined with the competitiveness of Chinese EV makers, Suzuki will have to “think carefully about what type of BEV should be introduced to the market, and in what time,” he said.
Next in the EV line will be a model that is smaller than the just-unveiled eVitara, though Suzuki reiterates that the company will have to watch not only the sales of the eVitara, but also market trends before setting a date for the subsequent EV model’s debut.
In India, where 48% of Suzuki’s annual vehicle sales come from, the market continues to be heavily dependent on combustion-engined vehicles, though it is pushing for carbon neutrality, reported Autocar.
That said, electric vehicles will continue to be a key part of Suzuki’s future, and the carmaker will continue to develop BEVs. “But we are not going to concentrate on just EVs, and the other idea is to merge pathways such as with biogas fuel in India. We want to keep our development in parallel,” the carmaker’s president said.
“From Suzuki’s point of view, EV is not the only solution. Suzuki thinks with a varied pathway, which means hybrids, of course, and e-fuels and also projects such as biogas in India. So we are going for many options,” Suzuki said.
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2026 Lexus ES facelift leaked – larger touchscreen, subtly-revised headlamps, full-width rear light strip
Based on pics leaked on Chinese social media, some looking like they came from the owner’s manual, it seems the seventh-gen XZ10 Lexus ES is going to get a second facelift. Time to play a not-easy game of spot the difference.
The Z-shaped DRLs are now at the ends of the headlamps instead of below them on the incumbent XZ10 facelift. The spindle grille’s internal pattern has also changed from the non-F Sport’s ASEAN logo-like flowing lines to detached elements – closer to what you see on the LBX, LM, RX and NX. The tail lamps are now bridged by a full-width light strip, and the tail lamp graphics are perhaps very subtly revised, if at all.
Inside, the central touchscreen is a lot larger, looking very much like the 14-inch unit you see on Lexus’ newer models. As a result of the bigger screen, the centre stack is redesigned, and it appears that the row of physical air-con and multimedia buttons that used to sit below the air vents are now gone. There could also be a new digital instrument panel, and is that a reshaped gear knob?
At any rate, it could be next year before the model surfaces, so we’ll see then if the changes are more than just skin deep. The ES sits on the TNGA-K platform shared with the XV70 and new XV80 Toyota Camry. The seventh-gen XZ10 Lexus ES was born in 2018 before getting facelifted in 2021, launching in Malaysia that October in ES 250 Premium, ES 250 Luxury and ES 250 F Sport variants.
GALLERY: 2022 Lexus ES 250 F Sport in Malaysia
GALLERY: 2022 Lexus ES 250 Luxury in Malaysia
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Honda Civic, Civic Type R and CR-V recalled in Malaysia over steering issue – 36,000 units affected
Honda Malaysia has announced a recall for approximately 36,000 units of the Civic, Civic Type R and CR-V over an issue related to the steering on these cars. The models involved include the 11th-gen Civic (2022-2024 model year), Civic Type R FL5 (2023-2024 model year) and sixth-gen CR-V (2024 model year).
The issue involves the EPS gearbox, where the worm wheel may swell and reduce grease film thickness, causing abnormal steering noise or a sticky steering. The company said the recall will update the electric power steering (EPS) gearbox to solve the issue.
The company apologises for the inconvenience caused to affected customers, and reassured owners that other current production and selling models are not affected by this recall. The company said it will bear the cost of inspection, repair or replacement of the affected parts in this activity. It added that the replacement stock will be available in stages starting from December 2024.
The company added that all affected customers will be informed via notification letters, which will include details of the product update. Honda Malaysia has urged all customers involved in this update to contact any Honda authorised dealer to make an appointment upon receiving the notification, to have their vehicles inspected and/or repaired if required.
It said vehicle owners can obtain information or check their vehicle status by calling Honda Malaysia’s toll-free number at 1-800-88-2020 or by logging on to productrecall.honda.com.my or contacting any Honda authorised dealer.
The Malaysian recall follows on a recall notice the automaker made last month for two million vehicles and SUVs in North America over a similar issue involving the steering.
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Toyota RAV-X Concept debuts for SEMA – off-roader based on RAV4 Prime PHEV with custom Fox shocks
In addition to the GR86 Rally Legacy Concept, Toyota’s line-up for this year’s SEMA Show also includes the RAV-X Concept. Designed for off-road enthusiasts by the Toyota Service Parts and Accessories Development (SPAD), it is based on a plug-in hybrid RAV4 Prime and draws inspiration from Dakar Rally machines.
This isn’t just a render but a fully working vehicle, with SPAD engineers handling everything from initial sketches and CAD designs to 3D-printed parts and final assembly. Modifications made include raising the vehicle height by 51 mm as well as increasing the track width by 160 mm.
Custom internal-bypass dampers from Fox were also fitted front and rear, each with dual-speed compression adjustment. To ensure the fluid within the dampers operate within their thermal limits, there are also front external reservoirs and piggyback-style reservoirs at the rear. Forged aluminium front lower control arms and forged aluminium rear upper supports were also installed.
The concept also gets a Dakar-inspired front bumper with integrated cooling ducts and bespoke fender flares with front-wheel ventilation. High clearance front and rear skid plates also protect the undercarriage while raised rocker panels contribute to increased clearance. To fill the wheel wells, the 17-inch forged aluminium wheels painted white are paired with 265/65 profile tyres.
As for the rear, there’s an aggressive rear spoiler that works with venting throughout the front fascia to relieve engine and front wheel well pressure zones as part of the aerodynamic package. A high-clearance dual exhaust integrated into the rear bumper completes the overall package.
The finished creation certainly looks like its ready to take on rough trails but it is unlikely that this concept will be turned into a production vehicle that customers can buy. Nonetheless, it’s a pretty exciting thing to behold if you’re an off-road fan.
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