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JANUARY 7, 2015

In high-speed challenges, V2V-enabled Audi vehicles equipped with the NXP RoadLINK chipset drove towards one another at relative speeds of up to 500 km/h (311 mph), communicating across distances of more than two kilometers (1.24 Connected vehicles Microprocessors and controls V2X'

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Teslarati

MARCH 28, 2023

As per the complaints posted on the NHTSA’s official website, the Model X’s belts reportedly failed to stay connected to the seat belt anchor pretensioner while the all-electric SUV was in motion. The probe comes after the safety agency received two complaints about front seat belt failures on the all-electric SUV.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 5, 2024

Retaining its title as the “world’s quickest and most powerful muscle car,” the electric Dodge Charger will deliver Hellcat Redeye levels of performance. Dodge is calling its first EV, the new 2024 Charger Daytona EV , the “world’s first and only electric muscle car.” FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 13, 2019

seconds and reach a top speed of 295 km/h (183 mph). In E-Power driving mode, the electric motor can, on its own, propel the vehicle up to a maximum speed of 135 km/h (84 mph). These modes can be selected via the standard Sport Chrono Package (Hybrid Auto, Sport and Sport Plus). The average NEDC consumption is 3.9–3.7

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Green Car Congress

MAY 27, 2020

When the car is accelerating, the 48V starter-generator is able to offer the driver an electric boost effect that can instantly put an extra 11 hp on tap for more dynamic power delivery. The result is improved comfort when the Auto Start Stop and coasting functions are in use. New, more powerful plug-in-hybrid drivetrain.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 5, 2013

Volvo Car Group will introduce a number of safety and driver assistance technologies in the all-new Volvo XC90 at the end of 2014, including the use of autonomous steering functions to avoid accidents and make driving more comfortable, according to Thomas Broberg, Senior Safety Advisor Volvo Car Group. Pedestrian detection at night.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

Volvo Car Corporation intends to gain leadership in the field of autonomous driving as the next major step forward in vehicle safety. Autonomous driving—the self-driving car—gives the human driver the ability safely to do something else besides drive, such as sending text messages or reading a book while the car drives itself.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 19, 2017

Volkswagen presented the concept at the Detroit Auto Show in January. After the presentations at the global motor shows in Detroit and Geneva, we received a large number of letters and emails from customers who said, 'please build this car’. Volkswagen announced it will put the battery-electric I.D. Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 24, 2016

With maximum torque of 360 N·m from the 150 kW electric motor, the compact car accelerates from 0 to 50 km/h (31 mph) in 3.2 seconds; acceleration from 80 to 120 km/h (50 to 75 mph) for overtaking in 4.5 he Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatible IntelliLink systems bring the world of smartphones into the Ampera-e.

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APRIL 17, 2019

TDI is a water-cooled belt alternator starter (BAS), which is connected to the crankshaft via a particularly high-load poly-V belt. mph), the car can coast for up to 40 seconds with the engine shut off. The conventional starter is only used to start the car initially, when cold engine oil requires high forces.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

At the opening of Auto Guangzhou 2012, Shanghai General Motors launched its first localized new energy vehicle, the Sail SPRINGO EV. In addition, the car will qualify for a free local Shanghai license plate exclusively for electric vehicles. The top speed is 130 km/h (81 mph). The Sail SPRINGO EV. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 3, 2019

The top speed of both models is 235 km/h (146 mph). In the AUTO eDRIVE standard setting, purely electric driving is possible up to a speed of 110 km/h. After switching to the MAX eDRIVE mode, the BMW 530e Sedan and the BMW 530e xDrive Sedan can travel at speeds of up to 140 km/h (87 mph) with zero local emissions.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 18, 2016

BMW will stage the world premiere of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan and the US premiere of the BMW Concept X2 at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in January in Detroit. seconds and enable it to reach a top speed of 235 km/h (146 mph). BMW ConnectedDrive will be showcasing a selection of new services.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Toyota projects fuel economy of 52 mpg city / 48 mpg highway / 50 mpg combined for the AWD-e model, and estimates that the AWD-e model—which is debuting at the LA Auto Show—could account for as much as 25% of annual US Prius sales. coefficient of drag (Cd), which is among the lowest of current production passenger cars.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2018

The latest Porsche “E-performance” model adopts the same hybrid boost strategy as the 918 Spyder super sports car. Acceleration from zero to 60 mph happens in 4.7 seconds vs. Cayenne S E-Hybrid) and a top track speed of 157 mph (+6 mph vs. Cayenne S E-Hybrid). Using a 230-volt, 32 amp connection and the optional 7.2

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The Truth About Cars

JUNE 26, 2023

But the combination failed to see the crossover reach 60 mph in under 11 seconds. liter are supposed to be 100 kilometers per hour (62 mph) in 9.9 seconds to reach 62 mph, while the all-wheel drive alternative is supposed to take 7.9 But they all tap out at 112 mph, while the 1.8-liter The original’s 2.0-liter

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2013

Mercedes-Benz staged the world premiere of the production battery-electric 2014 B-Class Electric Drive at the New York International Auto Show; a concept version had appeared last year at the Paris Motor Show. Acceleration from 0-60 mph is under 10 s, and the top speed is 100 mph (160 km/h). Earlier post.).

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APRIL 11, 2019

The BAS is connected to the crankshaft. Crankshaft, pistons, connecting rods and oil management meet high-performance requirements, and sophisticated measures have been taken to reduce friction in the crankshaft and camshaft drive. mph), the rear wheels turn as much as five degrees in the opposite direction to the front wheels.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

At the Los Angeles Auto Show, BMW unveiled the first i8 Roadster, along with the 2019 i8 Coupe. With hybrid-specific all-wheel drive, the combustion engine driving the rear wheels and the electric motor driving the front wheels, acceleration from 0 to 60 mph takes just 4.2/4.4 The three segments of the roof fold vertically in a ‘Z’.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 24, 2014

The power of the electric motor was more than doubled from the previous Cayenne S Hybrid—from 47 hp (34 kW) to 95 hp (70 kW)—resulting in an all-electric top speed of 125 km/h (78 mph). This enables driving performance on the level of a sports car: zero to 62 mph in 5.4 seconds and a top speed of 243 km/h (151 mph).

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 30, 2014

Ford has sold more than 140,000 Focus ST models in 40 countries worldwide since the car was first launched in 2002. efficient and lowest CO 2 Ford performance car yet: the 185 PS (182 hp, 136 kW) 2.0?liter liter TDCi achieves 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.1 In 6t h gear, acceleration from 80-120 km/h (50-75 mph) takes just 9.7

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

The models offer significantly improved CO 2 figures and for the first time feature as standard Ford’s Auto-Start-Stop technology on EcoBoost gasoline and 2.0-liter These powertrains also will help make C-MAX the first car in its segment to comply with the latest EU Stage VI emissions regulations across the entire range from launch.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 29, 2013

Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme) released the first results of rear-end crash avoidance systems tested against the upcoming 2014 rating protocol. Cars tend to travel at closer distance in slow traffic which minimizes the driver’s ability to avoid a crash at the last minute. Source: NCAP. Click to enlarge. Volvo XC60.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 11, 2018

A heavy-duty V-ribbed belt connects it to the crankshaft. mph); the start-stop already kicks in at 22 km/h (13.7 Here, the engine is started as soon as the car ahead starts moving, even if the driver is still pressing the brake pedal. mph), the rear wheels turn as much as five degrees in the opposite direction.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

The new Focus will make its auto show debut at Geneva next week. million in 2013, including more than 300,000 in China, making it the best-selling passenger car in the fastest-growing new car market in the world. inch screen or the 8-inch screen that comes with MyFord Touch-equipped cars. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2016

Automotive supplier Schaeffler introduced a new micro-mobility concept during the “auto motor und sport” conference. mph) with a minimum range of 50 kilometers (31 miles), the driver of what Schaeffler calls a “bio-hybrid” can travel in a sporty and comfortable manner. With the electrically-assisted drive system (up to 25 km/h / 15.5

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 13, 2024

It is a true driver’s car and one that will bring a big smile to your face every time you boot it up and silently hit the road. An EV driver’s car Kia’s Performance EV Marketed as a performance crossover, the 2024 Kia EV6 GT is civil enough to handle all daily driving needs while at the same time being the fastest Kia ever.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2013

Similar to other Audi models, Audi drive select has four settings that include Auto, Dynamic, Comfort and Individual. Audi connect. The modular infotainment platform in the Audi A3 also brings several upgrades to the industry leading Audi connect service. liter engine gives the car a combined fuel consumption of just 4.7

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Baua Electric

APRIL 5, 2024

During an interview at the 2024 New York auto show Nissan North America’s Senior Vice President and Chief Planning Officer, Ponz Pandikuthira laid out for Green Car Reports the automaker’s viewpoint on where EVs, PHEVs, and series hybrids make the most sense.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 3, 2013

Via the integrated on-board charging componentry and the standard Porsche Universal Charger (AC), the battery can reach full charge within approximately two and a half hours when connected to a 240V power source. The Panamera S E-Hybrid can reach up to 84 mph (135 km/h) in all-electric operation.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 9, 2012

Volvo Car Corp. is developing several new safety systems—factoring in driver behavior in the modern traffic environment—towards achieving its 2020 goal that nobody should be killed or seriously injured in a new Volvo car. The car is no exception. The car follows the vehicle in front in the same lane.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 3, 2016

Customers choosing MMI navigation plus automatically also get the hardware module Audi connect and the new Audi connect SIM, a SIM card permanently installed in the car. The new Audi A5 Coupé uses this to connect to the Internet via the ultrafast LTE network. mph) takes 4.7 Driver assistance systems. seconds.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 3, 2017

The updated Mazda6 ( earlier post ) introduced at the Los Angeles Auto Show this past week offers two powertrain options in the US: an upgraded SKYACTIV-G 2.5 engine, first unveiled at the 2015 LA Auto Show for the 2016 CX-9. naturally aspirated engine and the turbocharged SKYACTIV-G 2.5T Mazda6’s 2.5-liter, engine.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 29, 2014

The electrically driven B-Class accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.9 In the interests of optimizing range, the top speed is electronically limited to 100 mph (161 km/h). The “D Auto” feature features radar-based recuperation, which adjusts speeds depending on traffic in front of the vehicle.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Audi presented the Audi prologue concept car, featuring a mild hybrid powertrain with a 48V electrical subsystem. tron quattro ( earlier post )—which achieves even higher performance in the show car. The show car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 Earlier post.) Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 15, 2019

At Auto Shanghai 2019, Audi is introducing the Audi AI:ME, an electric showcar offering compact dimensions, a spacious, futuristic interior, and the ability to drive autonomously at level 4. Audi took a targeted approach to tailoring the specifications of the AI:ME to the scope of use of a city car. With an exterior length of 4.30

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Baua Electric

APRIL 18, 2024

Its 819 horsepower cannot be denied when overtaking slower cars with dual motors, but in my opinion, the addable features like massage seats and power shades are the only noticeable upgrades compared to other trims. The current version offers 620 horsepower and can accelerate 0-60 mph in 3.4

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