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2021 BMW 330e and 330e xDrive PHEV sedans priced in US starting at $44,550 and $46,550

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The BMW 330e Sedan’s electrified drivetrain allows it to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 5.6 Both models feature an electronically limited top speed of 130 mph when equipped with all-season tires. When equipped with summer performance tires, the 330e Sedan reaches a top speed of 142 mph (140 mph for the 330e xDrive model).

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NTSB issues 9 safety recommendations after Tesla crash investigation; says no vehicle in US is self-driving

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Crashes like this one, and thousands more that happen every year due to distraction, are why “Eliminate Distractions” remains on the NTSB’s Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements —NTSB Chairman Robert Sumwalt. The Tesla was then struck by two other vehicles, resulting in the injury of one other person.

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EV-maker Eli launches its $11,900 electric micro ‘car’ in the US

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That permits owners to operate it like a traditional vehicle, but only on roads posted up to 35 mph (56 km/h). market, we’re not only riding the wave of an emerging mobility revolution, but also redefining personal vehicles in an innovative way that benefits both traffic and the environment.” In other words, most roads in most cities.

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Did VinFast just rip off one of the most recognizable electric bikes in existence?

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Sure, it’s got a 750W motor and does 28 mph (45 km/h), but so do a hundred other e-bike models in the US alone, let alone around the world. An underslung battery adds to the mimicry, and though it doesn’t scream carbon copy by itself, it piles onto the growing list of nearly identical or highly similar features.

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New 2013 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe features upgraded engines, suite of EnergyDynamics technologies; ECO PRO mode

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The 640i Gran Coupe can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 5.4 Top speed is electronically governed at 155 mph (250 km/h). The new version of the “reverse-flow” engine, whose two turbochargers are positioned in the V-area between the cylinder banks, adds BMW’s VALVETRONIC variable valve timing to the list of specifications.

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Road Test: Ford 2023 Escape PHEV

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If you want extra oomph, select the Sport mode where we were able to get 0-60 mph times of 8.3 The 2023 Escape PHEV has an extensive list of standard and optional safety features in the Personal Safety System , including front, knee, side and side curtain airbags as part of the Ford Safety Canopy.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid F Sport

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Running on regular unleaded, our Southern California road tripping covered 499 miles, with the majority on highways and traveling no faster than 70 mph. 70-mile run at 45 mph: 58.6 90-mile run at 65 mph: 48.7 Car buyers are really short changing themselves if they do not include sedans on their shopping list.

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