By Matt Bird / Monday, 11 September 2023 / Loading comments

We all know that a lot of limited-run sports cars are aimed at collectors. Too valuable, too powerful, too impractical to really be used regularly, they’re destined for a life in one portfolio or another. It’s seldom, however, that manufacturers concede so openly that its special edition is intended solely for collections. And surely nobody would ever bank on Toyota being the manufacturer to create the air-conditioned garage special.

This is the Supra GT4 100 Edition, which celebrates 100 examples of the GT4 race car being delivered. You might remember Toyota did similar with a 50 Edition about 18 months ago, and you can guess what milestone that celebrated. This car very much follows the template of that one: Plasma Orange, special badges, carbon aero bits and the 3.0-litre straight six, only here with the full 450hp that the GT4 gets (you’ll have noticed the distinctive larger bonnet vent; at the back it gets a new exhaust system, minus the silencer). 

So it’s not road-legal and nor does it comply with GT4 regulations. The 100 is strictly meant as a track day toy. Of course, whether or not buyers will want to drive a vastly expensive, one-of-three special edition on circuit is a different matter.

That’s right, just three, half as many as for the 50 Edition. And a car designed ‘exclusively for collectors’. You can well understand keeping it in the carcoon with the sort of rarity and special status to consider. On the other hand, there’d be no danger of seeing a 100 Edition at your super exclusive track day…

“With the GR Supra GT4 and the GR Supra GT4 Evo, we have worked with our customers to develop a race car that teams around the world can use to achieve success. Thanks to the trust and enthusiasm of our customers, we have reached this milestone of 100 vehicles in just three years, which is very positive, said Hendrik Schietzel, Customer Racing Manager at Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe. “The three examples of the GR Supra GT4 ‘100 Edition’ are made for collectors and friends of Toyota, who will have the chance to have a lot of fun on track with this extraordinary vehicle.”

Three wealthy friends, too. The 100 Edition costs from €220,000 plus taxes and deliveries, which makes it tens of thousands more than the actual race car – launched at €186,000 last year. Still, exclusivity never came cheap. That’s the global allocation, too, with a car for Europe, one for North America and the final one for Asia. Wonder what happens if they sell 150 race cars…

• Toyota GR introduces Supra GT4 Evo for 2023
• Toyota GR Supra manual vs. Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0

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BHPian Rodie09 recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Dear All,

I recently purchased a new Tata Safari XZA+ and opted for the 2+2 warranty. I am reading a lot about Tata Safari on team-bhp and posting too, and I found that since launch there have been many combinations of standard plus extended warranties on Safari such as 3+2 and now 2+2. Was wondering at what point they changed from 3 years to 2 years standard warranty and why?

That made me think to float this thread to look at what standard and extended warranties are available on other makes and models.

Owners here can share details as listed. Mine, for example:

• Car – Tata Safari (New)
• MFG Year – 2023
• Standard Warranty – 2 Years / 1,00,000 KMs
• Extended Warranty – 2 Years
• Remarks – 1 Year option was also available for EW

Here’s what GTO had to say about the matter:

I always go for the maximum extended warranty for all my cars, as well as electronic appliances (usually get 5-year coverage for laptops, ACs etc.).

I don’t know about the standard warranty coverage, but can tell you the extended warranties we’ve taken:

• BMW 530d: 6-year extended warranty.
• Thar 4×4: 5 years including extension. Mahindra should extend this to 6 – 7 years like other OEMs. 5 years is way too short.
• Skoda Superb: Extended to 6-years. They’ve recently introduced 8-year anytime warranties and you can bet we’ll be taking that (with Skodas, you need the max possible warranty you can get).
• Nissan Sunny & Mahindra Classic: Out of warranty, out of production. Too old.

Here’s what BHPian OpenRoads had to say about the matter:

• Car – Toyota Hyryder
• Year – 2022
• Standard Warranty – 3 years / 1 Lakh KM
• Extended Warranty – 5 years / 1 Lakh KM
• Hybrid Battery Warranty – 8 Years

Here’s what BHPian SoumenD had to say about the matter:

2019 Jazz CVT

• Standard Warranty – 4 years (3 years standard & 1 year additional was from the dealer)
• Extended Warranty – 1 year/20,000kms upto 10 years

Just purchased the 5th-year warranty & intend to keep purchasing every year till I hold on to the car.

Here’s what BHPian Benoit had to say about the matter:

Tata Altroz XZ diesel (top end at that time) – October 2020.

• Default warranty- 2 years / 50k km
• Extended warranty- additional 3 years / unlimited km.

Bought an extended warranty at the time of purchase at 19k Rs.

Here’s what BHPian Axe77 had to say about the matter:

BMW 3GT: October 2015

Extended warranty up to 5 years and 60,000 km.

Jeep Meridian: June 2022

Extended warranty up to 5 years and 100,000 km.

I can’t recall what the default warranty was. I think it was 3 years perhaps for each of the above. In the case of the BMW, I had coupled this with 5 5-year BSI (service included) pack as well.

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BHPian Amey_Kulkarni recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

What is Dry Ice Detailing?

Dry ice detailing is a cleaning and surface preparation technique that uses solid carbon dioxide pellets or micro particles, blasted at supersonic speeds, to lift dirt and contaminants off the car.

It is a non-abrasive, eco-friendly, and effective method that can recondition the car to look almost new. It can be used for various parts of the car, such as under the car, engine bays, wheel wells, leather and fabric interiors, and paint. It is a state-of-the-art process that is offered by only some detailing studios since it is an expensive investment as well as a costly affair for the detailing session.

Here’s a video for illustration.

Appended are BEFORE and AFTER pictures of the car and the results are astonishing to see.

BEFORE :

Front Right Side

Front Left Side

Rear Right Side

Front Left Door Side

Rear Right Door Side

Engine Bay with Engine Cover

Engine Bay without Engine Cover

AFTER :

Engine Bay with Engine Cover

Engine Bay

Front Right Side (Interior)

Close-up of the Steering Wheel

Front Left Wheel Side (Exterior)

Front Right Side

Front Left (PDLS Headlight)

Rear Right Side

Rear Left Side

Rear Left Wheel Side

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A landslip that has occurred has resulted in cracks along the emergency lane and the part of the left lane, and has seen the activation of contraflow traffic along KM118.2 to KM117.8 of the East Coast Expressway (LPT1) westbound towards Kuala Lumpur, Bernama has reported.

Initial inspection has found that the landslip occurred due to the collapse of an embankment slope (fill slope) where flood mitigation work was taking place, said Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) director-general Sazali Harun.

“The highway concessionaire also informed us that heavy rain has occurred for the past three days. To ensure the safety of highway users and the smooth flow of traffic, LLM and ANIH Berhad have decided to close the entire westbound stretch and have activated the contra-flow since 4:15 pm yesterday, Sazali said.

The concession company has instructed the contractor to cover the affected area with canvas to control erosion, and settlement markers will be installed to monitor soil movement, and a comprehensive soil investigation will be carried out immediately.

A preliminary report on the incident has been submitted to [works minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi], and a full report is currently being prepared, the D-G of LLM said. Though the affected route can still be used by all vehicles, motorists are advised to avoid the route to prevent congestion, he continued.

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BMW has launched a new variant of the 6 Series Gran Turismo called the ‘M Sport Signature’. It is priced at Rs 75.90 lakh (ex-showroom).

The BMW 630i M Sport Signature comes equipped with BMW Laserlight with Adaptive functionality, power-adjustable front seats with lumbar support and memory function, Dakota leather upholstery with contrast piping and soft-close doors.

The car also gets 4-zone automatic climate control, a 2-part panoramic sunroof, a Harman Kardon sound system, a rear-seat entertainment package consisting of two 10.25-inch touchscreen monitors, a Blu-ray player, a screen mirroring function and two USB ports. Other features include a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with BMW Gesture Control, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

The 630i M Sport Signature is powered by a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo-petrol engine that produces 255 BHP @ 5,000 rpm and 400 Nm @ 1,550-4,400 rpm. The engine is mated with an 8-speed automatic transmission. It comes with self-levelling adaptive air suspension and five driving modes: Sport, Comfort, Comfort+, Eco Pro and Adaptive.

The 6 Series Gran Turismo packs a host of safety features as well. These include a rearview camera, Remote Control Parking, Attentive Assistance, DSC, Traction Control and Electronic Differential Lock Control to name a few.

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BHPian achagamreddy recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

n September 2023, I made an intriguing discovery – neither Andhra Pradesh nor Telangana were offering any incentives for individuals scrapping their vehicles. While I had heard that certain states did provide such benefits, I decided to proceed with scrapping my unused vehicles at home without any government assistance.

Here’s my account of why I felt the need to scrap my old vehicles and how I went about doing it in Hyderabad.

At home, we had two idle two-wheelers: my first vehicle, an Apache 150 from 2006, and my father’s Kinetic Nova 110 from 2003. It seemed like whenever we purchased a vehicle, the model would either be discontinued shortly after or the entire company would cease operations in India. This was a recurring theme with the four vehicles we’ve owned over the years.

A bit about the Kinetic Nova: My father’s Kinetic Nova served us faithfully for around a decade. However, frequent issues arose due to the unavailability of parts, even at Mahindra spares. This became a persistent problem, and local mechanics were unable to do much without access to the necessary parts. Consequently, we ended up leaving it parked in our designated spot for years. Following my father’s relocation from Guntur to Hyderabad post-retirement, we found ourselves in a dilemma – we couldn’t decide whether to renew its RC, scrap it, or sell it to dealers.

Regarding my Apache: Both my father and I are sticklers for rules. When I moved to Bangalore for a job that lasted a year, I took my Apache with me. I obtained a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the RTA Hyderabad and paid the required road tax in Bangalore. At that time, I was uncertain whether I would settle down in Bangalore, and part of my motivation for postponing the registration change was to avoid potential traffic fines. Upon my return to Hyderabad after a year, I was unaware of the need to cancel the NOC at the Bangalore RTA. Later, when I wished to upgrade to a larger bike, I couldn’t sell the Apache due to the NOC being in Bangalore. Some prospective buyers suggested purchasing and using the vehicle without transferring the RC, but I declined and retained ownership. After I purchased a car, I rarely used the Apache, and it began experiencing frequent issues. Despite changing several components, such as the carburetor, front disc calipers, lock system, and both tires, it continued to pose starting problems. Neither the TVS service nor local mechanics could provide a definitive fix, leading me to cease using it altogether. Nevertheless, I still held a fondness for the vehicle.

My Exploration into Vehicle Scrapping:

With four vehicles already occupying the apartment parking area, in addition to our two unused vehicles, it started to feel as though we were monopolizing the common parking space . Thus, I began my quest to locate a reputable scrap dealer via online research, ultimately discovering CERO Recycling. CERO is a joint venture between MSTC Ltd. (a Government of India Enterprise) and Mahindra Accelo. Given their solid reputation, I initiated contact by submitting my details through their website.

On the same day, I received a response, inquiring about basic vehicle information such as make, year of manufacturing/registration, vehicle type, city, and my contact details. After supplying the requested data, I received a phone call from their customer service team. The representative was courteous and patiently addressed my queries regarding their scrapping process, documentation, and related matters. Here’s a summarized account of our discussion:

• Free Vehicle Pickup: CERO provides free vehicle pickup services, including towing.
• Pricing: They offer ₹1,500 for scooters and ₹2,000 for motorcycles, regardless of their condition, brand, or initial purchase value.
• Documentation: CERO takes care of all necessary documentation, including a stamp paper agreement and a pickup receipt, which they provide during the pickup.
• Payment: Payment is processed through a bank transfer after the vehicle reaches their storage facility.

Subsequently, they requested additional details:

• Vehicle Pictures
• RC (Registration Certificate) Scan Copy
• Bank Account Number
• Bank Branch and IFSC Code
• Pickup Address and Contact Information

I prepared and shared the required content in PDF format for both vehicles. It took them two days to obtain their internal approvals. A day before the scheduled pickup, my father and I each received a ₹1 test credit in our bank accounts, presumably to verify the accuracy and genuineness of the provided bank account details. On the day of pickup, they arrived promptly at the location and invited us to come down to sign the necessary documents.

They had prepared the agreement on ₹100 stamp papers, and it was exceptionally detailed and professionally executed. I was pleased to see their meticulous organizational approach. They also took photographs of us with our vehicles for their records and completed the signing process. I scanned the documents using my mobile phone, and they provided us with a copy of the receipt on CERO letterhead.

A day later, we received an email confirming that the vehicles had been inspected and were scheduled for scrapping. Subsequently, the agreed-upon amounts were credited to our bank accounts.

Overall, the process went exceedingly smoothly, and I’m highly satisfied with CERO’s services. The only downside is the absence of government benefits associated with vehicle scrapping, as confirmed by CERO and my own research.

For your reference, here are some pictures:

Vehicle Loading:

Vehicle Scrap Assurance receipt (I am purposefully not uploading the agreement on Stamp Paper):

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BHPian saikishor recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

I finally have test-ridden the most talked about kid on the block. I have some observations to share, which might be repeated but here they go:

The bike is a very desirable kinda motorcycle. It has a universal appeal to it, and it doesn’t have any special defining character to it. Don’t get me wrong, what I’m trying to say is it will appeal to everyone. There will not be a single person who would say that he doesn’t like this bike after a test ride. I was under the impression that all of the media houses and auto journos were going crazy because of the mind-numbing introductory price (that’s how I feel these journos are portraying it). One test ride later, I know why this bike has received so much praise.

I did try to find negatives to this bike but couldn’t really spot any. I felt the brakes had a little more play than required and another area was the switchgear modules. They were moving around a little bit when you accelerate to the max or press the buttons a little harder than usual.

One odd thing I noticed (which might be specific to that one bike) is that the chain was rusted on a display bike in the showroom. Upon closer observation, I spotted the chain to have the same “R” mark on the links as my 390 Duke. My mechanic told me the Duke uses a Rolon chain, so I’m assuming even this is a Rolon chain.

Build quality is fab for the price however I would rate the TVS-made BMW G310 twins (excluding the 310RR as I assume even that bike will squeak because of the panels) higher than this Bharatiya British machine. The paint quality is fab and easily the best I’ve seen in this segment. Switchgear feels sufficiently premium although not Triumph premium. There was a Trident in the showroom and the switchgear quality on that was something else. Bar end mirrors looked premium but I realised later that they were useless. The fuel cap design and feel are something else, it felt really good to touch and flip. The key of the motorcycle, well, typical Triumph and it felt premium too.

Coming to the test ride, this bike has a good low-end and mid-range. The top end felt flat to me. Nothing beats a KTM in this single-cylinder category in top-end performance but since this Triumph is not about that, I feel this little lack of top-end can be ignored. The bike can reach triple digits pretty fast, but it doesn’t feel as fun as a KTM at high revs. With that said, the low-end and mid-range are beautiful. Leave half the clutch and the bike jumps forward. Mid-range feels punchy and that exhaust note is still in my mind. Easily the best-sounding exhaust in this segment IMO. The bike is pretty flick-able, and I believe part of this is because of the beautiful Apollos that the bike comes with. The brakes are sure-footed with good stopping power. But the poor bike that I test rode had squeaking brakes, pretty understandable as the bike was being thrashed around by every guy who went for a test ride. Heck, even I did a good amount of thrashing to get a good feel of the bike. I couldn’t really judge the suspension as the roads I rode on were pretty good. It wasn’t as thrashy as my Duke for sure, nor was it as soft as an Interceptor so think of it to be on the neutral side. Weight is nicely masked and you don’t feel it at all, mostly because of the accessible seat height(not aware of the numbers). The mileage claim is 30kpl from the showroom and I feel one can easily achieve it if ridden sanely. The gearbox somehow felt very clunky and hard, very similar to that of a BMW G310R. The throttle response was crisp and not shattery like that on my Duke. The speedometer felt useless to my eyes. The speed font is too small and with the vibes at higher rpm and higher speeds, you can barely see what speed you’re doing. The rpm gauge is equally useless. The rpm and speedometer gauges should’ve been swapped i.e, a digital speedometer and an analogue rpm gauge should’ve been provided instead. The bar end mirrors are useless. I hope there is some other better conventional mirror setup available as an accessory, maybe something like the mirrors on the Trident.

I hope I have covered everything that I noticed. Special props to Syed (I hope I’m not wrong with his name) at the newly opened Triumph Gachibowli showroom. My Duke got stuck right in front of their showroom due to some gravel and this guy immediately came out and helped me with my bike. I told him I was a casual visitor and not a prospective buyer with an active booking and he was completely fine with it to give me a test ride. Some showroom guys are hellbent on bookings, so yeah this definitely felt better.

One huge piece of advice I would like to give to Bajaj as a Bajaj customer is don’t dilute the brand for god sake. I mean, achieving volumes is fine but NOT at the cost of diluting your brand. Please educate your customers on how to ride, how to behave when you’re on a motorcycle, basic motorcycling gear, riding etiquette etc. I’m pretty sure Triumph owners will be pissed after this Speed 400 is exploited by the undesirable squids of society (which will eventually happen, if Bajaj takes no steps in preventing it from happening). KTM could’ve been as premium as Triumph if Bajaj marketed it properly. Heck, maybe we would’ve had a chance to experience KTM’s tasty big bikes. So Bajaj please do look into such stuff and try educating your customers.

I agree no one comes up with mouth-watering launches better than Rajiv Bajaj (looking at your 2013 KTM 390 Duke) but then no one can dilute a brand better than you as well.

And yes, I am in love with the blue shade on the motorcycle. The shine and glitter on it are unreal, I can’t take it off my mind.

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BHPian altimate recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

I am a software engineer, have never driven a car, staying in Pune in a Rented Flat. Was impressed with the pricing of the Tiago EV. I need a car only for city driving and am not going to do long trips.

I am not sure how I will be able to charge the car at home because not all societies have charging infrastructure in the parking area and there are no 15 amp plug sockets and staying on lower floors is not always possible (for extended wire charging).

I read that you can’t be fast charging at stations all the time and you need to slow charge at home most of the time to preserve battery life. Not sure how true this is.

Now what are my options for charging? Any ideas? Or should I drop the idea of buying an EV altogether and buy a normal Tiago AMT/Punch AMT?

Here’s what GTO had to say about the matter:

In my personal opinion, if you don’t have an EV charger in your residential parking spot, an EV isn’t for you. Period. A 15A power socket is the bare minimum & frankly enough for 99% of EV owners to charge overnight.

Second choice, EV chargers at work where your car is lying idle all day while you are at the office. But then, if you change your employer, you’re in trouble.

As the primary charging option, the public charging infrastructure is simply not there and it’ll be a big hassle. Check out this recent post by a Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner.

“I am in Mumbai and have 3 DC fast chargers in a 2-4 kms radius from my place. 1 Jio BP has been offline for the past 2 weeks. One Tata charger doesn’t work when you need it. Finally found another one in a bus depot that’s newly installed.

I went to Pune 2 weeks ago and same story. Had to spend 2 hours driving around looking for a fast charger since I had to drive back to Bombay the next day. 

However, I am currently in negotiations with the society about getting my home charger installed. They are evaluating the possibility of getting a shared public charger for the society.“

Also, don’t forget that fast charging at public outlets can cost almost as much as your petrol / diesel fuel costs. The players are in it for a profit & the fast charging prices will only rise. In many cities in the USA, fast charging costs are higher than petrol per mile / km.

Tesla – the granddaddy of EVs & the one with the best charging network – also speaks on similar lines.

From their FAQ:

“Do I need to install charging at home if there are Superchargers near me?

Charging where you park is one of the best ways to live with a Tesla and there is no need to travel to get a full charge. We recommend installing a Wall Connector at home or work whenever possible. Superchargers are ideal while on a road trip, or while visiting from out of town, or while home charging is being established.“

Here’s what BHPian dsuman had to say about the matter:

My brother is in a similar situation. He bought a Tiago EV. Stays in a rented apartment on the 3rd Floor. He reached out to the house owner who allowed him to get the wiring done from the 3rd floor to the Parking. He has a dedicated parking. Main Switch is in his home so no chance of misuse. Costed Rs 2000 for wiring, Pipes and Electrician. Tata installed the Fast Charger.

Talk to your house owner and see if he allows getting the wiring done from your house to the parking. Go ahead, you will save a lot with the EV. My brother travels 100kms daily which makes around 3000 km per month and his commute charges are around Rs 800 per month which are only electricity charges.

Here’s what BHPian ritesh_44 had to say about the matter:

Ask your owner / RWA whether it’s possible to extend a wire from your electricity meter to your parking. Some RWA don’t allow it yet but many are forthcoming now. Although would be a pain if a flat you like to rent later, RWA doesn’t allow wiring in parking (I’m facing this currently in Bengaluru).

Slowly more and more societies are either allowing wiring in parking or having a dedicated third-party slow charger (Bolt, Ather neighborhood chargers, etc.) where you can slow charge.

Here’s what BHPian Samurai had to say about the matter:

I have two apartments to consider, and one of them is not even ready to install a common charger, let alone per slot. The other one has a single common charger with 7.2KW capacity, which will take forever to charge.

So EV is not practical for us, and my wife has finally decided not to insist on an EV as her next car.

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BHPian snallagatla recently shared this with other enthusiasts:

Installed Stedi Carbon black headlights today. Totally loved the new upgrade. I’m sharing a few details here on how to order these lights directly from Stedi website for benefit of wider community.

Why the lighting upgrade?

‘Why not, its a Thar, Most customized car I have seen on the roads. Like GTO mentioned many times on this forum, Every Thar is unique with some customization. Its just a little over a month since I took the delivery of this beast and I never had any issues with default halogen lights. However, I’ve got the itch of upgrading lights as Thar looked its best with LED DRLs (I know, Looks are subjective). So, I decided to go for this upgrade.

Why Stedi Carbon Black?

When I had almost zeroed on DHC 7″ headlights for my Thar, I happened to read this thread and changed my decision to go for Stedi. While I liked GTO’s Stedi Homage lights are classy and unique but Nair.V8’s Carbon black lights appealed more to me for the modern look with DRL.

How to order these lights?

Stedi doesn’t have a reseller in India but There are 2 ways to get these lights.

First option is to order from https://www.facebook.com/offoraderscommunity/, This is how GTO ordered his lights and they charge little margin over the import charges and distribute products to customers.

Second option is to order directly from Stedi(AU) website(stedi.com.au). (Stedi also has a UK website stediuk.com but prices are almost double as AU website), This is how Nair.V8 ordered.

I decided to go with second option as I could save few bucks though I know the risk of package struck in customs sometimes. Adding lights to the cart and payment process was a straight forward process. Stedi has also gave me concession on Delivery pricing(12 AUDs extra over the total price of 400 AUD) when I selected destination as India. However, I got more greedy when I saw the option for Discount Code, I immediately did a google search and applied a random coupon code which reduced the final price further to 393.87 AUD, Sweet. I quickly made the payment and observed value converted in my credit card statement as 22,196 INR.

Issues with Customs and Delivery?

DHL is the delivery partner for international shipments of Stedi. I literally annoyed when DHL didn’t pickup the package for first 3 days until I submitted the documentation for address proof matching my name, residential proof etc. However, I realized later that it is only helping customers by giving another chance of correcting the corresponding address to minimize the risk of package struck in custom. Pro tip: Ensure that you have a valid address proof for the address that you share with Stedi for delivery without any typo errors.

Another issue I faced was DHL wanted a clarification letter from me for why the Invoice value and the final payment value differed. So, I had to write a letter to Customs officer that I had applied a discount code which reduced the final amount of this product. It took about 3 days for DHL to clear the package from Customs and deliver. I had to pay 11518.60/- for Customs import duty.

Is Installation hassle free?

Like few other had already mentioned, some tweak is needed to install these lights, Technician need to cut the following frame marked in the red to install the lights. Technician has charged me 1500/- INR for the installation. So, the final bill for installing these lights came as 35214.69/- INR. As I understand, installation is not a DIY project at least for people like me. It took about 2 hours for 2 technicians to replace the lights.

Thank you GTO. Sharing the pictures as promised:

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Deliveries of the recently introduced Ather 450S have commenced, with the first units handed over to customers in Bangalore.

The Ather 450S is the brand’s most affordable offering. The e-scooter was launched in August this year at a price of Rs 1.30 lakh (ex-showroom, Bangalore). 

The 450S comes with Ather’s latest 7-inch DeepView Display, an LED headlamp and a single-piece seat. The Pro variant gets additional features like Bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, auto-hold function, and four riding modes – SmartEco, Eco, Ride and Sport. The e-scooter also features a coasting regen function, Fall Safe and an emergency stop signal.

The 450S is available with a 2.9 kWh battery that powers a 5.4 kW electric motor. It has a maximum range of 115 km and a top speed of 90 km/h. Ather claims the battery can be charged in 8 hours and 36 minutes.

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