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Porsche presents Mission R concept electric competition car

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At IAA Mobility 2021 in Munich, Porsche is presenting the Mission R concept electric car that combines advanced technologies and sustainable materials, such as natural fibre-reinforced plastics, with a passion for racing. The Mission R is on a par with the performance level of the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup.

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Porsche introduces Panamera Sport Turismo plug-in hybrid; high-power flagship delivers 680 hp and 0-60 in 3.2s

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Porsche is expanding its hybrid range by adding a powerful plug-in hybrid to the Panamera Sport Turismo model line. Porsche says that the design, including a large tailgate, low loading edge, increased luggage compartment volume and seating for five means that the new flagship of the model line offers a high degree of “everyday practicality”.

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Porsche’s 800V electric sports car Taycan makes world debut

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They are at the cutting edge of Porsche E-Performance and are among the most powerful production models that the sports car manufacturer currently has in its product range. By 2022, Porsche will have invested more than €6 billion in electromobility. The top speed of both all-wheel-drive models is 260 km/h (162 mph).

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Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid PHEV averages 4.4 l/100 km (53.4 mpg US) during test drives

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The test drive results were obtained from four unmodified Panamera S E-Hybrid production cars, each carrying three to four people, with the climate control system activated and accelerating up to 230 km/h (143 mph) on the highway section of the route. kWh lithium-ion battery on the electrical grid, Porsche noted. Powertrain.

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Volkswagen innovates with aerodynamics for electric I.D. R Pikes Peak racer

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During the winding 12.4-mile mile (20 km) drive to the summit of Pikes Peak, a top speed of around 155 mph (249.5 Volkswagen Motorsport used a half-scale model to test a number of different variants of the Pikes Peak racer in the wind tunnel. km/h) is reached—relatively low for a prototype like the I.D.

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Volkswagen Group brings new Audi and Porsche EV concepts, Volkswagen PHEV concept to Frankfurt; 20 more plug-ins by 2020

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Dr. Martin Winterkorn said that “ The Porsche Mission E and the Audi e-tron quattro concept are nothing less than a quantum leap for our industry ”—both vehicles have an all-electric range of 500 kilometers (311 miles). This is one example of the intensive development work in the wind tunnel. Porsche Mission E.

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EV Standouts at the 2021 LA Auto Show

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All of this is a long-winded way to say that we love EVs and are excited to learn about new innovations in the industry whenever they come about. The Mullen FIVE crossover SUV is FAST – with a max speed of up to 200 mph – and will be available in mid-2024. Photo courtesty of dot.LA.

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