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Bentley Will Use Advanced Driving Sim To Reduce Development Time Of New Models

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The sim will speed up development by reducing the automaker’s dependence on real-world testing in far-flung locations. ” The rig will be able to simulate a variety of road surfaces, including potholes and bumps, and will allow engineers to assess ride comfort, cabin acoustics, and vibrations before a new prototype hits the road.

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Alpine A290 hot hatch goes on sale in UK, priced from £33,500

Autocar

Customer deliveries of theA290 will begin in April. Alpine CEO Philippe Krief said the A290 was a stand-alone development but it has been crafted to remind drivers of the A110 the sports coup that has been the brands sole road car since its 2017 relaunch. As a result, the electric hot hatch tips the scales at 1479kg.

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2025 JAC T9 vs Toyota HiLux comparison: Durability test

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While they also test ride quality, these roads were also designed to simulate long-distance driving by accelerating wear on suspension and body components during vehicle development. Throughout these tests, an iPhone with a tri-axis accelerometer was attached to the driver’s seat to measure the G-forces transmitted to the occupant.

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Mazda CX-60 suspension to be retuned after customer criticism – again

Drive.com

Mazda will issue another round of changes to the suspension of its luxury-priced mid-size SUV, intended to address criticism of its firm feel over bumps. It is yet to be confirmed if the latest suspension changes will offered to existing customers. Mazda CX-60 Evolve. Mazda CX-60 GT.

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Rivian R1 Gen 2 Owners Warned Against Using Gen 1 Floormats Or Risk Stuck Accelerator

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The automaker is likely developing new all-weather mats for the second-gen vehicles. Rivian’s updated R1S and R1T have a host of new features that add to what many customers already love. One customer found that out the hard way after installing rubber floor mats meant only for the first-gen R1 vehicles.

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2024 Ford E-Transit Custom electric van review: International first drive

Drive.com

Ford has brought electric power to its top-selling van, the Toyota HiAce-sized Transit Custom. The latest entrant is the Ford E-Transit Custom , the electric version of Ford’s new-generation rival for the Toyota HiAce, Hyundai Staria Load, LDV G10 and other ‘mid-size’ or ‘one-tonne’ vans. How much is a Ford E-Transit Custom?

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Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally: 480bhp trail toy priced from £76,790

Autocar

Underneath, the 91kWh battery and electric motors are shielded from rocks and bumps by thick underbody shielding, and Ford has coated the body cladding with a protective spray to reduce the risk of chips and scrapes. It also adapts the traction and stability control systems "to allow bigger slides".

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