News highlights of the day include Bajaj, Porsche, Audi and Bentley.
Bajaj Dominar 250 – The Indian bike maker will soon introduce the Dominar 250 this month. It will share most of its mechanicals with the KTM Duke 250 with revised tuning. It will compete against the Suzuki Gixxer 250.
2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S – New Porsche 911 Turbo S coupe and convertible revealed. Powered by a new 3.8-litre twin-turbo flat-six engine producing 641 HP and 800 Nm, mated to 8-speed DCT auto. 0-100 km/hr rated at 2.7-seconds. Top speed is 330 km/hr.
Audi A3 – Fourth generation Audi A3 revealed. Looks sharp, comes with aggressive styling elements and all-new interior. It’ll be offered in the international market with 1.5-litre turbo petrol and 2.0-litre diesel. Unlikely to be launched in India anytime soon.
Bentley Mulliner Bacalar – It is a coachbuilt exclusive exotic with a futuristic yet retro design language. It is inspired by the 2019 EXP 100 GT Concept. Only 12 units built. Powered by a 6.0-litre twin-turbo W12 petrol engine producing 659 PS and 900 Nm.
Motor Trivia – Did you know, Honda Civic was the first car in India to have a digital speedometer.
Comment of the day – DJ Psyshank – “Deliveries in 2022.”