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Porsche to manufacture all-electric Cayenne in Bratislava

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Since then, the site has produced models with combustion engines and plug-in hybrid powertrains. Porsche has significantly upgraded the third generation of the SUV following its 2017 launch with measures affecting its powertrain, chassis, design, equipment and connectivity.

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IBM and ZSE team on Central European e-mobility project; “green highway”

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(ZSE), the largest distributor and supplier of electricity in Slovakia, on a smart energy “feasibility” study that will help prepare the capital city Bratislava for electric vehicles (EVs). An average combustion engine on an everyday commute between Vienna and Bratislava produces about 45 kg of CO 2 per year. —ZSE.

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Interim assessment finds Volkswagen’s “Think Blue. Factory.” environmental program tracking to meet 2018 goals of 25% improvement vs. 2010

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The Chemnitz engine plant is saving water, energy and lubricants by filtering cooling emulsion after use in an innovative process. This year, Volkswagen also honored employees who had demonstrated special commitment in connection with the program.

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The Portrait Artist

Cars That Think

Only a handful of engineering luminaries know what it feels like to get “The Call” from IEEE Spectrum senior editor Tekla S. She was first assigned the task of profiling some of the most influential and consequential engineers of the last quarter century in 1995, starting with the MOH recipient Lotfi A. Education: B.A., Education: B.A.,

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Kia upgraded 2018 Sportage features new 1.6L diesel, 2.0L diesel 48V mild-hybrid technology

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liter diesel engine now available with Kia’s new eight-speed automatic transmission, and—in certain markets—48-volt mild-hybrid power ( earlier post ). liter diesel engine, employing the company’s new SmartStream efficiency technologies. liter diesel engine, employing the company’s new SmartStream efficiency technologies.

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The Grand Tour's "Eurocrash," 45 Percent of a Car Show

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This particular installment is a bit different than past voyages though: The connecting thread between the presenters, journey, cars, and the episode’s events goes missing.& The trip will cross four countries in total; Slovakia and Hungary are between the endpoints. The Crosley loses, and the race is not interesting.

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Falling Domestic Fares and an A.I. Arms Race: What Travelers Can Expect in 2024

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International airfare departing from the United States is up 10 percent for 2024 compared with 2023, according to Kayak , a travel search engine. For example, it could improve automatic rebooking onto new flights when customers miss connections or weather snarls runways. But airline capacity, Ms. On the ground, A.I. Finally, A.I.

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