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Tesla Model 3 involved in fatal FL crash was traveling 90 mph in a 30 mph area: NTSB

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A preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has determined that a Tesla Model 3 involved in a fatal crash in Coral Gables, Florida this past September was traveling 90 mph in a 30 mph zone. It should be noted that Alhambra Circle is a residential street with a 30 mph speed limit.

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2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid PHEV debuts; third new Porsche hybrid powertrain since 2017

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The newly introduced 2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid makes significant advancements over both the standard Cayenne and the preceding Cayenne S E-Hybrid ( earlier post ) it replaces, including more power, quicker acceleration, a faster top speed, and increased electric-only range. Acceleration from zero to 60 mph happens in 4.7

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BMW deploying iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet

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The BMW iX5 Hydrogen developed on the basis of the current BMW X5 was first unveiled as a concept at the IAA show in 2019. The hydrogen needed to supply the fuel cell is stored in two 700-bar tanks made of carbon-fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP). kg/100 km Range in the WLTP cycle: 504 km (313 miles) Production at Munich pilot plant.

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BMW launches Gen2 X5 PHEV in US: X5 xDrive45e

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In 2019, the high-voltage battery assembly area at Plant Spartanburg doubled in size in preparation for the new X3 xDrive30e and X5 xDrive45e. 0 to 60 mph acceleration time is 5.3 Electric-only top speed increases from 75 mph to 84 mph. Electric-only driving may be experienced at speeds up to 68 mph in this mode.

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Four engine variants of updated Audi A5 to be equipped with 12V and 48V mild hybrid systems

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A belt alternator starter, which is connected to the crankshaft, recovers energy during deceleration and stores this in a compact lithium-ion battery. mph) in less than 5 seconds. The Audi A5 models and the S5 models with a TDI engine and sporty new look can be ordered in Europe from fall 2019. Audi A5 Coupé. l/100km (37.9–38.6

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BMW launching iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet

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After all, it is one of the most efficient ways of storing and transporting renewable energies. —Oliver Zipse, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG The BMW iX5 Hydrogen developed on the basis of the current BMW X5 was first unveiled as a concept at the IAA show in 2019. Earlier post.)

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

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Energy is stored in a compact lithium-ion battery with an electrical capacity of 10 Ah located beneath the luggage compartment floor. This electrical energy is stored in the lithium-ion battery, from where it is dynamically distributed to the consumers in the electrical system. In the NEDC it consumes between 6.6 – 6.8

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