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Porsche premieres Macan EV: 161 MPH top speed, 3.1s 0-60, 100 kWh battery

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Porsche Macan 4 300 KW | 402 HP 479 lb-ft torque 0-60 MPH in 4.9 seconds 136 MPH Top Speed Porsche Macan Turbo 470 KW | 630 HP 833 lb-ft torque 0-60 MPH in 3.1 The Porsche Driver Experience, however, features a head-up display with augmented reality technology. The post Porsche premieres Macan EV: 161 MPH top speed, 3.1s

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Toyota introduces second-generation Mirai fuel cell electric vehicle as design and technology flagship

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For 2021, Toyota has fully rebooted the Mirai, originally offered in 2016, as a premium rear-wheel drive sports-luxury fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) with striking design, cutting-edge technology, more engaging driving performance and a significantly longer EPA-estimated range rating. Additional TSS 2.5+

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Ridar Systems partners with HERE Technologies to detect bicycles and motorcycles more accurately

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Ridar Systems and HERE Technologies signed a partnership agreement to begin integrating HERE location technology into Ridar’s cloud-based mobile solution. Ridar: Automatically launches in background once the vehicle exceeds 10 mph. Alerts drivers if the rider is approaching from behind, in front of or in a blind-spot.

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BMW introduces i7 Protection; first production electric protection model

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The new BMW i7 Protection sprints to 62 mph from rest in 9.0 seconds, while top speed is electronically limited to 99 mph. Its BMW TwinPower Turbo technology includes an upgraded turbocharging system with electrically operated blow-off valve and indirect charge air cooling, along with a cross-bank exhaust manifold.

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Tesla gains another Chinese competitor as Xiaomi unveils SU7 EV

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Xiaomi released information about the SU7 electric vehicle via a live audience and broadcast at the China National Convention Center in Beijing. For perspective, Tesla’s Dual-Motor Model S AWD has an EPA range estimate of 405 miles, a top speed of 149 mph, and can run 0 to 60 mph in 3.1

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BMW launches new head unit for SAE Level 2+ automation with HERE HD Live Map

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HERE Technologies announced the BMW Group is utilizing the HERE HD Live Map, HERE’s high-definition map, to enable hands-free driving in the United States and Canada. The BMW 7 Series is the premium automaker’s first production vehicle to launch with SAE Level 2+ automated functionalities at a maximum speed of 80 mph / 130 km/h.

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Ford Pro launches 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Pro SSV for police

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The F-150 Lightning Pro SSV, with available sub-four-second 0-60 mph acceleration, is designed to handle specialized departmental needs outside of pursuit situations, such as assisting at an accident or crime scene or giving departments the ability to tow a boat or trailer.

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