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Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

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Hyundai unveiled the redesigned 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at the Chicago Auto Show. Although the powertrains remain the same, the new Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a comprehensive exterior and interior redesign, safety, suspension and new and improved infotainment and connectivity features.

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Audi of America and Arcadia offer renewable energy subscription with e-tron or e-tron Sportback lease or purchase

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Arcadia connects renters and homeowners across the US to wind and solar energy through utility data and billing technology. In select markets within Colorado, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island, Arcadia’s platform connects qualifying customers to community solar projects in their area.

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Groupe Renault and Sanef to cooperate in connecting autonomous cars to road infrastructure (V2X)

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The companies are working together using the connectivity from car to car and to infrastructure (V2X) developed in the framework of the European SCOOP project. The experimentation in Normandy will continue until mid-2018. mph), while the sensors maintain the car in the center of the lane.

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Startup SF Motors announces two EVs; up to 1000 hp, 0-60 mph in less than 3 seconds

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The new EVs are the SF5 and the SF7; the SF5 will be available for pre-order by the end of 2018 and will hit the road in 2019. The company has also focused on intelligent technologies to deliver new levels of autonomy and connectivity. This design will also support rapid manufacturing using laser welding to connect the battery cells.

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Audi unveils Q8 plug-in hybrid concept full-size SUV; production version in 2018

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The concept full-size SUV is the basis for a production model that Audi will launch on the market in 2018; whether or not the first production version will be a plug-in hybrid has yet to be determined. Route data from the navigation system and Audi connect Car-to-X services are also considered. lb-ft) of torque. liters of fuel (102.3

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The NTSB Wants More Speed-Limiting Tech in New Vehicles

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The crash was caused by a driver traveling 103 mph in a 2018 Dodge Challenger. On top of that, the number of advanced safety features is set to increase as vehicles become more connected, not the other way around. Five other vehicles were involved, including a minivan with seven people inside.

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Porsche takes 10% stake in the electric technology and sports car company Rimac; development partnership

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Rimac recently presented the latest version of its electric hypercar, the “C Two”, at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2018. The two-seater produces 1914 hp, 2300 N·m of torque, and reaches a top speed of 412 km/h (256 mph); acceleration from 0-60 mph is in 1.85 — Mate Rimac.

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