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Mercedes-Benz USA announces performance acceleration on-demand upgrade for EQE and EQS

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Mercedes-Benz EQE and EQS customers in the North America can now opt for more performance with the new Acceleration Increase On-Demand upgrade for select Sedan and SUV models. Acceleration Increase is offered exclusively to Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4MATIC and EQS 450 4MATIC Sedan and SUV customers in the US and Canada. seconds (Sedan).

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Ford unveils all-electric Mustang Mach-E SUV

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In Los Angeles, Ford unveiled the all-electric Mustang Mach-E SUV. of torque, with the standard all-wheel-drive variation targeting quicker times to 60 mph than the base Porsche Macan series. The GT is targeting 0-60 mph in under 4 seconds, making it faster off the line than a Porsche Macan Turbo. Providing 4.8

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Updated Audi Q7 SUV has 48V MHEV as standard, new PHEV option

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Audi’s updated Q7 SUV will have the company’s 48V mild-hybrid system (MHEV) as standard. Its central component, the belt alternator starter (BAS), powers a 48-volt main electrical system in which a compact lithium-ion battery stores the energy. In customer operation, this technology can reduce consumption by up to 0.7

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Volkswagen unveils mid-size SUV plug-in diesel-electric hybrid concept at Detroit Show

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Powertrain of the CrossBlue SUV PHEV concept. Volkswagen unveiled the CrossBlue SUV concept at the North American International Auto Show. The powertrain produces up to 306 hp (228 kW) and 516 lb-ft (700 N·m ) of torque: 0 to 60 mph is estimated to take 7.0 Click to enlarge. With a fully charged 9.8

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Tesla Cybertruck tour to begin soon in China

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The Cybertruck tour has the potential to generate interest among consumers and drive foot traffic to Tesla stores in China. Following these initial debuts, the Cybertruck is expected to join Tesla’s existing vehicle lineup – the Model S sedan, Model X SUV, Model 3 sedan, and Model Y crossover – for a nationwide tour.

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New 3.0L Diesel for Audi Q7 SUV Offers 32.7 mpg

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diesel to its Q7 large SUV lineup. A start-stop system deactivates the engine as soon as the vehicle comes to a stop, and an energy recovery system—standard for the entire model line—stores energy during deceleration. This large SUV accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.1 Audi has added a new 3.0L The new 3.0L

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Audi’s performance SQ5 diesel features electric compressor with mild hybrid system

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The new Audi SQ5 TDI diesel features a powerful V6 engine with a mild hybrid systems and an electric powered compressor to ensure that maximum torque is available to the sporty SUV at just above idle. The V6 diesel accelerates the sports SUV to highway speed in 5.1 The sports SUV turns into the curve ever so slightly.

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