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The Jaguar Type 01 all-electric four-door luxury vehicle after it was unveiled at its world premiere event in New York City, on Oct. 6, 2026.
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Jaguar estimates that its 118-kWh usable battery will deliver up to 400 miles of EPA range, though the figure remains subject to final certification. The company says drivers can add up to 200 miles of range in as little as 13 minutes using a 350-kW DC fast charger, depending on battery and charging conditions.
Inside, the four-seat cabin features a central spine running the length of the vehicle, a 24-inch OLED driver display and a separate seven-inch touchscreen for commonly used controls.
The car is designed, engineered and built in the U.K., with production scheduled to begin in 2027 at JLR’s Solihull operations.

As a boy I liked the XKE, looks dated to me now.
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Shiftless2 said:
"Dated or not it's still one of the most beautiful cars on the road. Of course you pretty much have to be a qualified mechanic to keep it running properly." S2 #742
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Perhaps I'm succumbing to geriatric hardening of the IQ.
As long as the steering wheel is on the right side, which is to say the left side, I'm OK w/ it. BUT !
To me the style of the Type 01 four-door looks right at home here:
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I can't take it seriously, not much better than Musk's smart truck.
 
A good friend's neighbor had one - gorgeous car but he was under the hood every few days tinkering.

The only thing that can be said about Jaguars of that vintage is that they were hand built by eccentrics and if something went wrong the solution was to remove the ashtray, turn in upside down, and bang it three times on the dash. Then put it back. No idea why but it always worked.
 
Shiftless2 said:
"A good friend's neighbor had one - gorgeous car but he was under the hood every few days tinkering.
The only thing that can be said about Jaguars of that vintage is that they were hand built by eccentrics and if something went wrong the solution was to remove the ashtray, turn in upside down, and bang it three times on the dash. Then put it back. No idea why but it always worked." S2 #744
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I've lost count of how many points / plugs / condenser tune-ups I've done. Bleeding knuckles, not as much fun as it sounds, - but -
there is a somewhat addle-brained fondness for the era of 4 on the floor, and a 5th under the seat.
EFI & CDI to the rescue.

Modern cars are miracles of engineering. They're incredibly reliable: get in, drive, park, repeat ...
but not real exciting.
 
Shiftless2 said:
Dated or not it's still one of the most beautiful cars on the road. Of course you pretty much have to be a qualified mechanic to keep it running properly.
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Actually the XKE was much easier to work on than modern cars.
It was just a straight 6 cylinder, and even though it had dual overhead camshafts they were chain driven so needed no maintenance.
The dual SU carbs had a variable venturi from a dashpot that pulled a 2" tapered needle out of a fuel hole, so it was self cleaning.
You never had to rebuild the carburetor from dirt or water plugging it up.
It was likely the single easiest car to work on ever because the whole hood opened up to reveal all the drive train and suspension, right out in the open.
 
sear said:
I've lost count of how many points / plugs / condenser tune-ups I've done. Bleeding knuckles, not as much fun as it sounds, - but -
there is a somewhat addle-brained fondness for the era of 4 on the floor, and a 5th under the seat.
EFI & CDI to the rescue.

Modern cars are miracles of engineering. They're incredibly reliable: get in, drive, park, repeat ...
but not real exciting.
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I hate modern cars.
I have one that is declaring a emissions code that claims there is something wrong with a O2 sensor heater.
But I have checked all 3 of the O2 sensors and none of the heater elements are burned out and all have the same resistance.
The O2 sensor heater is only supposed to power for the first 15 minutes or so, until the engine heats up.
And the seem to be functioning perfectly.
So I can't re-register that car.
 
Rigby5 said:
"So I can't re-register that car." R5 #747
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I don't know how it works in Albuquirkue, BUT

In NY we have yearly inspections, & if the check engine light is on it has to be repaired before it'll pass inspection.
For particularly gnarly problems in New York I'd take it to the dealer. BUT !
$$$

Rigby5 said:
"I hate modern cars." R5 #747
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I like tight cars, cars without loose / worn suspension, etc.
Tight car therefore usually means new car.
And unfortunately there aren't a lot of brand new 1985 cars around anymore. Share my misery. Go ahead. I've got more.
 
sear said:
I don't know how it works in Albuquirkue, BUT

In NY we have yearly inspections, & if the check engine light is on it has to be repaired before it'll pass inspection.
For particularly gnarly problems in New York I'd take it to the dealer. BUT !
$$$


I like tight cars, cars without loose / worn suspension, etc.
Tight car therefore usually means new car.
And unfortunately there aren't a lot of brand new 1985 cars around anymore. Share my misery. Go ahead. I've got more.
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I can easily replace things like suspension bushings, shocks, ball joints, tie rod ends, etc.
But when the modern car starts throwing a code from a gas cap not sealing perfectly anymore, and a new gas cap did not fix it, it is very hard to fix.
The only alternative was to pull the gas tank and seal off the pump used to pressuring the gas tank to see if it vents leaks or not.
A tiny gas tank vent is not a bad thing, but not having a gas tank vent will prevent the vehicle from running at all.
In fact, not having a gas tank vent will cause the gas tank to collapse.
 
Rigby5 said:
"I can easily replace things like suspension bushings, shocks, ball joints, tie rod ends, etc." R5 #749
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Yes BUT !
You'd have to replace them all to match a new car.
Some drivers might not even notice, or care.
I notice.
I care.
I can drive the old junker, keep it in lane most of the time.
I prefer brand new.

Rigby5 said:
"But when the modern car starts throwing a code from a gas cap not sealing perfectly anymore, and a new gas cap did not fix it, it is very hard to fix." R5 #749
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That's the down-side.
But I've never seen a one-sided coin.

My peeve w/ modern cars is the air-bags. Here's an idea: lets put explosives in the passenger compartment, and set them on hair-trigger ...

I have a friend / neighbor involved in a collision he'd have survived splendidly, but the air-bag deployed. He's now got permanent middle-ear injury.
 
sear said:
Yes BUT !
You'd have to replace them all to match a new car.
Some drivers might not even notice, or care.
I notice.
I care.
I can drive the old junker, keep it in lane most of the time.
I prefer brand new.


That's the down-side.
But I've never seen a one-sided coin.

My peeve w/ modern cars is the air-bags. Here's an idea: lets put explosives in the passenger compartment, and set them on hair-trigger ...

I have a friend / neighbor involved in a collision he'd have survived splendidly, but the air-bag deployed. He's now got permanent middle-ear injury.
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The air bag propellant is usually sodium azide with potassium nitrate and silicon dioxide as oxidizers.
And one of the problems is in humid condition, that turns into a massive explosive instead of just a propellant.
There have been lots of recalls.

{...

Takata Air Bag Explosive Recall — What You Need to Know​

About 67 million Takata air bags in tens of millions of U.S. vehicles are recalled because they can explode during deployment, causing serious injury or death NHTSANHTSA+1.

What’s Wrong​

Takata air bag inflators use ammonium nitrate propellant without a drying agent. Over time, heat and humidity cause the propellant to degrade. When deployed in a crash, the inflator can rupture explosively, sending metal shrapnel into the cabin NHTSANHTSA+2. This has led to 27 U.S. deaths and 400+ injuries Consumer ReportsConsumer Reports.

Scope of the Recall​

  • 67 million air bags from 42+ million vehicles recalled Consumer ReportsConsumer Reports.
  • Affected makes include Acura, BMW, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Honda, Infiniti, Mazda, Nissan, Pontiac, Toyota, and others NHTSANHTSA+1.
  • Model years mostly 2002–2015, with some earlier models Consumer ReportsConsumer Reports.
  • ~6 million air bags remain at risk as of mid‑2026 Consumer ReportsConsumer Reports.

“Do Not Drive” High‑Risk Vehicles​

Some models have far higher rupture risk and are under stop‑driving orders. Examples include NHTSANHTSA+1:

  • Honda/Acura: 2001–2003 Accord, Civic, CR‑V, Odyssey, Pilot
  • BMW: 2000–2006 3 Series (E46), 2000–2003 5 Series (E39), 2000–2004 X5 (E53)
  • Ford: 2004–2011 Ranger, 2005–2014 Mustang, 2006–2012 Fusion
  • Mazda: 2004–2013 Mazda6, 2004–2009 B‑Series, 2007–2015 CX‑9
  • Toyota: 2003–2004 Corolla, 2004–2005 RAV4

...}
 
Rigby5 said:
"There have been lots of recalls." R5 #751
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Seatbelts / lap restraints / Nylon webbing is one thing.

Seems to me the explosive air-bag promotes safety in severe collisions. BUT !
I gather most collisions are not that severe.

It should not be illegal for informed adults to make this decision for themselves.
Either configuration (with, or without) has its risks.
I'd prefer to take my chances without explosive deployment air-bags.

I gather it's illegal to remove them.

- hideous -
Government over-reach, in my opinion.

Rigby5 said:

"Takata​

About 67 million Takata air bags in tens of millions of U.S. vehicles are recalled because they can explode " R5 #751
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Biggest air-bag recall I know of.
"I know of no safe depository of the ultimate powers of society but the people themselves, and if we think them not enlightened enough to exercise control with a wholesome discretion, the remedy is not to take it from them, but to inform their discretion." Thomas Jefferson
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When we dictate to government, government is our servant.
When government dictates to us, government is our master.
Government is our master. (n)

And if Trump was half the hot-shot he pretends to be, he could skip a day of golf, and order the law criminalizing air-bag removal void.
- nope -
Gotta keep cheating on that handicap.
 
sear said:
Seatbelts / lap restraints / Nylon webbing is one thing.

Seems to me the explosive air-bag promotes safety in severe collisions. BUT !
I gather most collisions are not that severe.

It should not be illegal for informed adults to make this decision for themselves.
Either configuration (with, or without) has its risks.
I'd prefer to take my chances without explosive deployment air-bags.

I gather it's illegal to remove them.

- hideous -
Government over-reach, in my opinion.


Biggest air-bag recall I know of.

When we dictate to government, government is our servant.
When government dictates to us, government is our master.
Government is our master. (n)

And if Trump was half the hot-shot he pretends to be, he could skip a day of golf, and order the law criminalizing air-bag removal void.
- nope -
Gotta keep cheating on that handicap.
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This is just the brower AI and not a lot of research, but it seems legal for the owner to disable airbags.
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Under 49 U.S.C. § 30122, the federal “make inoperative” rule prohibits manufacturers, dealers, and repair businesses from knowingly removing or disabling safety equipment required by law, including airbags legallyexplained.com+1.
This does not directly criminalize a private driver for operating a vehicle without airbags, but it does make it illegal for commercial entities to do so.
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To unplug an airbag and not make the warning light come on, you plug in a 2.2 ohm resistor to the wiring.

Update:
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Resistance Value Needed to Remove an Airbag​

Most vehicles require a bypass resistor in the 2.0 Ω to 3.3 Ω range, with 2.2 Ω being the most common industry standard, but the exact value depends on your car’s make, model, and SRS design
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Rigby5 said:
"This does not directly criminalize a private driver for operating a vehicle without airbags, but " R5 #753
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Oh.
That looks like federal law. I wonder if there's a New York State law about it. Because

R5 #753 may merely mean it's not illegal by federal law,
but State law may criminalize it.

Hmmm
I haven't seen the schematic for it on my car.
I wonder whether disabling or disconnecting the accelerometer / trigger mechanism would be enough, though truthfully I'd prefer to remove the explosives entirely.
 
sear said:
Oh.
That looks like federal law. I wonder if there's a New York State law about it. Because

R5 #753 may merely mean it's not illegal by federal law,
but State law may criminalize it.

Hmmm
I haven't seen the schematic for it on my car.
I wonder whether disabling or disconnecting the accelerometer / trigger mechanism would be enough, though truthfully I'd prefer to remove the explosives entirely.
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My perspective is that if you replace the airbag with the right resistor, then the warning light won't go on and no one will know.
Even if someone found the resistor, it could have been there since the day after it left the factory.
 
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