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Mercedes-Benz USA announces performance acceleration on-demand upgrade for EQE and EQS

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Mercedes-Benz EQE and EQS customers in the North America can now opt for more performance with the new Acceleration Increase On-Demand upgrade for select Sedan and SUV models. Acceleration Increase is offered exclusively to Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4MATIC and EQS 450 4MATIC Sedan and SUV customers in the US and Canada. seconds (Sedan).

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Volkswagen introduces ID.5 electric SUV coupé in Europe

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5 electric SUV coupé and the sporty ID.5 The e-SUV coupé is equipped with the new ID. models, Volkswagen’s first e-SUV coupé is based on the Volkswagen modular electric drive matrix (MEB). 5 GTX: 4582 mm), the e-SUV coupé from Volkswagen will launch in 2022 with three power options. 5 GTX with dual-motor all-wheel drive.

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SEAT large SUV Tarraco e-HYBRID PHEV enters production

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The introduction of the SEAT Tarraco e-HYBRID brings the benefits of electrification —performance and efficiency—to the SUV segment for SEAT, while adding a third pillar to the brand’s electrified range. The SEAT Tarraco e-HYBRID is fully connected with in-car and out-car connectivity.

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World premiere of BMW iX electric SUV in Shanghai

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The BMW iX electric SUV ( earlier post ) has its world premiere at the Auto Shanghai 2021 show. The electric all-wheel drive of the BMW iX xDrive50 channels maximum output of more than 370 kW/500 hp to the road, enabling acceleration of 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph) in under 5.0 Market launch in China will get underway over the course of 2021.

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Audi’s mighty diesel: SQ8 TDI SUV coupé; 48V MHEV

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Audi’s sporty top model of the Q family, the SQ8 TDI SUV coupé, features a biturbo V8 TDI diesel that delivers 435 metric hp, 900 NN·mm (663.8 In the WLTP cycle, the large SUV coupe consumes an average of 7.8 The second major element of the MHEV system is the belt alternator starter (BAS), which is connected to the crankshaft.

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Updated Audi Q7 SUV has 48V MHEV as standard, new PHEV option

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Audi’s updated Q7 SUV will have the company’s 48V mild-hybrid system (MHEV) as standard. mph), the Audi Q7 recuperates energy, rolls in idle or coasts for up to 40 seconds with the engine switched off. Audi connect and assist systems. In customer operation, this technology can reduce consumption by up to 0.7 wheel drive.

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Hyundai showcases RM20e racing midship electric sports car, Prophecy concept EV at Auto China

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Starting in 2012, Hyundai embarked on a project called RM (Racing Midship) to develop and connect new high-performance motorsports technologies for future N models. The RM platform facilitates an engineering “rolling lab” for testing high performance technologies, with outstanding connection to the tarmac at all speeds and driving conditions.

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