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Road Test: 2022 Mercedes-Benz S500 4Matic Mild Hybrid

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The 2022 Mercedes-Benz S500 4MATIC are these and much more. The front grille sets the tone for the S500 as the flagship vehicle in the Mercedes-Benz line-up. Make sure to visit the Mercedes-Benz dealership in the evening to get the full impact of the touchscreen. Where Luxury and Technology Meet. Traditional. The standard.

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Euro car market has best H1 of century; diesels down 17%; AFVs up 31% for 5.4% of total; SUVs booming

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The diesel decline continued during the first six months of 2018, as registrations were down by 17%. The fuel type accounted for just 37% of the total market—its lowest share since 2001. million SUV registrations in H1 2018, a result that marks the best-ever performance for the segment in Europe. of total registrations.

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Navigant Research forecasts plug-ins will be 2.4% of global new vehicle sales by 2023; luxury brands to represent about 50% of that

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Navigant expects sales of plug-in EVs from luxury manufacturers, such as Tesla, Mercedes, Audi, and BMW to grow strongly through 2018 before leveling off at around 50% of the plug-in EV market. Accordingly, Navigant expects this luxury brand push to increase global sales of plug-in EVs significantly in the near term.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. The DOE’s Alternative Fuels Data Center provides a comprehensive database of federal and state programs that support EVs and infrastructure. The DOT is now soliciting nominations from State and local officials to assist in making designations for alternative fuel corridors. Maui Electric.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid F Sport

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Road Test: 2018 Volvo S90 Plug-in Hybrid. Road Test: 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS EV. Road Test: 2018 BMW 530e xDrive PHEV. Road Test: 2018 Lexus GS 450h Hybrid. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. Road Test: 2022 Genesis G80.

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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac CT5 Premium Luxury

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Competing with the Audi A6, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, BMW 5-Series , Kia Stinger , Genesis G70 , Polestar 2 and the Lexus ES , the CT5 brings credible performance with the base engine, and has an overall attractive design that grabs attention. Road Test: 2018 Audi A5 Coupe. Road Test: 2018 BMW 530e xDrive.

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Road Test: 2022 Genesis G80 Sport Prestige 3.5T AWD

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The Genesis G80 had to stand-out to get attention competing against luxury sedans from Mercedes-Benz, Audi, BMW, Porsche, Lexus and Cadillac. Flash Drive: 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS EV. Road Test: 2018 BMW 530e xDrive PHEV. Road Test: 2018 Lexus GS 450h Hybrid. In the case of the 2022 Genesis G80 Sport Prestige 3.5T