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Mercedes-Benz adds 48V mild-hybrid V8 GLE 580 to model range

Green Car Congress

The GLE is the first SUV in the Mercedes-Benz line up to introduce the new E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL 48-volt active suspension system. The GLE 580 4MATIC features an electrified V8 biturbo gasoline engine with the 48-volt on-board electrical system and integrated starter generator.

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Chevrolet introduces new electric 2022 Bolt EUV and redesigned 2022 Bolt EV

Green Car Congress

The new Bolt EUV is the best of the Bolt EV packaged in an SUV-like vehicle with more technology and features, giving customers more choices and reasons to switch to electric. Since its market introduction in 2017, global sales of the Bolt EV have topped 100,000; in the US, three-quarters of Bolt EV buyers are new to GM.

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News: 2024 Hyundai Kona EV

Clean Fleet Report

News: 2024 Hyundai Kona EV All-New Electric Small SUV Hyundai gave members of the automotive media a brief drive in the all-new 2024 Kona Electric. Clean Fleet Report can’t reveal any of the Kona Electric drive attributes just yet, but we can give a look at what will be available on this competitively priced, efficient small SUV.

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The New Chevy Blazer EV Has Stumbled Twice in Recent Tests - Hard

The Truth About Cars

Unlike Williams, Edmunds got a 12-volt system error, but both experienced issues charging. The publication sent its SUV to the dealer, where it’s been for more than two weeks so far, requiring support from a GM technician and surrounding stores.

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2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class Inches Closer to Electrification

The Truth About Cars

For starters, every available powertrain is now a hybrid — albeit a 48-volt mild hybrid — in anticipation of governments leveraging harsher environmental fines and the brand unveiling its planned all-electric version of the SUV. However, this is actually one of the more comprehensive updates the G-Wagen has seen between generations.

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Who needs a V8: Zero-emission Range Rover Electric teased with epic performance and true off-road capability

EV Central

The 2024 Range Rover Electric has been previewed ahead of its launch next year with the British 4X4 maker releasing pics and early details of its flagship SUV that will provide a more luxurious and expensive alternative to large battery-powered rivals like the Kia EV9. Not that the Range Rover Electric will neglect luxury.

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Road Test: 2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro Chronos Edition

Clean Fleet Report

Road Test: 2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro Chronos Edition Solid German Electric Luxury SUV There is something about driving a German car, and Audi does not disappoint with the 2023 E-Tron Quattro. The solid feeling when driving the highway or even closing the doors present the E-Tron as a true electric luxury SUV.

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