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Nissan Max-Out all-electric convertible makes physical debut at month-long Futures event

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Nissan Motor will hold Nissan Futures at its Global Headquarters Gallery from 4 February to 1 March. As part of the event launch, Nissan unveiled a physical concept model of its Max-Out EV convertible. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Dongfeng Motor launches the E70 and Voyah Zhuiguang with ProteanDrive in-wheel motors

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China-based Dongfeng Motor (DFM) has launched two new passenger cars powered by ProteanDrive Pd18 in-wheel motors. Unveiled at the event was the E70, the world’s first fully homologated passenger car equipped with ProteanDrive, alongside the Voyah Zhuiguang, a luxury sedan built on a new vehicle platform using in-wheel-motors.

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Switzerland bans large events due to coronavirus; Geneva International Motor Show cancelled three days before opening

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The Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS), which was scheduled to open in three days and run until 15 March, has been cancelled due to the Swiss government’s response to the coronavirus. A few days before the opening of the event, the construction of the stands was very nearly complete.

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Tesla driver shares insights after Model 3 gets banned from racing events

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After the original Tesla Roadster and the Model S, however, it became more and more difficult to ignore the fact that EVs can perform against combustion-powered cars in competitive events. Unfortunately, it would appear that electric vehicles are now being prevented from competing in some competitive driving events.

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Tesla Model 3 ‘Ludicrous’ spotted at rumored event in California

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A batch of the forthcoming Tesla Model 3 Performance seems to have been spotted at a showroom in California, where some sources say the automaker is holding a private event for the yet-to-be-unveiled variant. The post said that the showroom was doing a private event for the new configuration.

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Ford Announces New Mustang Appearance Package, Anniversary Event, and Mystery Update

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Meanwhile, Blue Oval is planning to invite fans to the Charlotte Motor Speedway to preview a forthcoming appearance package and celebrate their favorite sports car. The event is supposed to include “track and drift ride-alongs, the latest Mustang news, and a first-hand look at the world’s racing Mustangs.” Images: Ford Motor Co.]

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Maserati launches new tri-motor GranCabrio Folgore convertible that goes 0-100 km/h in 2.8 sec

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As promised earlier today, Maserati has officially launched its third all-electric model, the GranCabrio Folgore, during its “Folgore Day” event in Rimini, Italy. We were on location for the debut of the new Maserati convertible, which features three all-electric motors and impressive performance specs.

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