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Volkswagen unveils Tiguan GTE plug-in hybrid concept SUV at Detroit show; MQB-based SUV

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The five-seat concept is based on the completely redeveloped second-generation Tiguan—the first SUV to be based on the Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB)—which will arrive in the US market in 2017 with a longer wheelbase and available seven-seat functionality. The vehicle can cover up to 20 miles (32 km) in all-electric mode.

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Audi introduces new Q7 SUV, plug-in hybrid variant coming later this year

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As promised ( earlier post ), Audi introduced the new Q7 at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The revamped 7-seater SUV offers diverse drivetrain technologies (gasoline, diesel, plug-in hybrid), intelligent muti-material lightweight construction, and a full range of connectivity and electronics features.

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Acura introduces three new vehicles at Detroit show; two hybrid powertrains

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To be positioned as the gateway to the Acura brand, the ILX will feature three different powertrains, including Acura’s first gasoline-electric hybrid. liter gasoline-electric hybrid powertrain. The lineup of ILX models will include an entry-level model powered by a 2.0-liter

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Eight crossovers, four powertrains, two years; Hyundai outlines new SUV plan

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Hyundai announced in Detroit on Wednesday that it would bring to market eight new or redesigned crossovers by the end of the decade. The new utility vehicles will sport a wide range of powertrains including battery-electric, diesel, hydrogen fuel-cell, and gasoline.

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Cadillac Escalade IQ to be unveiled Aug. 9 in N.Y.

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Cadillac plans to introduce the electrical model of its Escalade full-size SUV on Aug. ” The gasoline-powered Escalade has been Cadillac’s top-selling U.S. ” The gasoline-powered Escalade has been Cadillac’s top-selling U.S. 9 in Unutilized York. The post Cadillac Escalade IQ to be unveiled Aug.

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Cadillac Escalade IQ to be unveiled Aug. 9 in N.Y.

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Cadillac plans to introduce the electrical model of its Escalade full-size SUV on Aug. ” The gasoline-powered Escalade has been Cadillac’s top-selling U.S. Cadillac has now not but showed that title for an extended model of the electrical SUV. 9 in Untouched York.

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Event: “Building an Electric Future” at the Petersen

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Museum Exhibit Review: 107 Years of Electric Cars. With the recent technological advancements and increased adoption of electric cars, SUVs and trucks, it is lost on most people that electricity was an early popular propulsion system for cars. Then along came petroleum and the refining of gasoline. 80 mile range.

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