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BMW introduces iX3 electric SUV; destined for China and Europe

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BMW unveiled the iX3 electric SUV ( earlier post ), offering full electric mobility in a BMW X model. Electric power consumption combined in the WLTP test cycle is 19.5 – 18.5 The new BMW iX3 will be the brand’s first model to also be produced for export at the Shenyang manufacturing facility in China. kWh/100 km.

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Volvo to unveil XC60 gasoline-electric Plug-in Hybrid Concept at Detroit show; system targeted for US and China markets

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At the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Volvo Car Corporation will unveil the Volvo XC60 gasoline-electric Plug-in Hybrid Concept. In February 2011 at the Geneva Motor Show, Volvo introduced the diesel-electric V60 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) to go on sale in Europe later this year. Click to enlarge. and Russia.

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BYD launches Qin plug-in hybrid in China

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BYD has officially launched its Qin plug-in hybrid in China; the performance-based hybrid car is intended to target key world markets. The dual mode Qin can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.9 seconds and has a top speed of 185 km/h (115 mph) with a claimed overall fuel consumption of up to 1.6 Top speed [km/h, mph].

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Rivian R2 production, Kia EV3 debut date, Eli Zero: Today’s Car News

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EVs are already having a big effect on gasoline demand. Kia has confirmed that its compact EV3 electric SUV is production-bound and will arrive next year. and China could contribute to a significant cut in gasoline demand in 2024. Kia confirms the EV3 for production. Rivian revamps its Illinois plant for R2 production.

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Land Rover unveils the diesel Range Rover Hybrid Long Wheelbase in Beijing; first diesel hybrids in China

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Together with the Range Rover Sport Hybrid ( earlier post ), it will be the first diesel hybrid from any manufacturer to be offered in China. liter SDV6 diesel engine with a 35 kW electric motor, integrated with an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission. The Range Rover Hybrid powertrain combines Land Rover’s 3.0-liter Click to enlarge.

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BMW M introduces its first high-performance car with electrified drive system: BMW XM PHEV

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The BMW XM is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system comprising a V8 gasoline engine and electric motor that delivers combined fuel consumption of 1.6 – 1.5 l/100 km [147 – 157 mpg US] in the WLTP cycle; combined electric power consumption of 30.1 – 28.9 The key sales markets will be the USA, China and the Middle East.

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General Motors launches Buick LaCrosse eAssist in China

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The LaCrosse is a popular member of the Buick family in China. This provides electricity to charge the battery and electric power assistance during heavy acceleration. liters of fuel per 100 km (45 mpg US) at a constant 90 km/h (56 mph) and 7.2 The new model features a 2.4-liter The LaCrosse eAssist consumes 5.2