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Tesla Model S Plaid reaches 140 MPH during first place run at Pikes Peak Hill Climb

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The all-electric sedans took the first and second-fastest lap times of the practice session. The Model S Plaid topped out at 136 MPH while driving at 14,000 feet above sea level. The post Tesla Model S Plaid reaches 140 MPH during first place run at Pikes Peak Hill Climb appeared first on TESLARATI. second gap.

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Tesla Model X Plaid sets record with 2.3-sec 0-60 mph launch, 9.7-sec quarter-mile

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They exist to highlight the idea that electric cars are superior to internal combustion vehicles, full stop. SUVs like the Lamborghini Urus and the Bentley Bentayga are fairly large vehicles, but their 0-60 mph times are comparable to those of high-performance sports cars. sec 0-60 mph launch, 9.7-sec seconds at 143.80

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Hertz introduces the Tesla Model S to expanding US Dream Cars lineup

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The Hertz Corporation has expanded its Dream Cars offering with the introduction of the all-electric Tesla Model S in the US. The all electric, zero emissions car can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.2 Bentley Continental GT. Audi R8, Spyder. Land Rover Range Rover Sport. Mercedes-Benz AMG (SLS, C63, E63).

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GM unveils Cadillac Celestiq, an 18-foot behemoth that starts at over $300,000

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General Motors (GM) has unveiled the Cadillac Celestiq, a flagship, all-electric “halo car” designed to take on the likes of the world’s premier ultra-luxury car makers. It’s also capable of going from 0-60 mph in 3.8 As to whether Cadillac has what it takes to accomplish this goal, only time will tell.

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Spirit Avert AG Seeking to Raise ~ $150M to Fund Mindset E-Motion Extended Range EV Project

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Spirit Avert AG is seeking to raise CHF166 million (US$152 million) in financing to serve as the capital for mindset AG and its planned production of the E-Motion extended range electric vehicle for the European market. The E-Motion is driven by a 70 kW, 220 N·m electric motor powered by a lithium-ion battery pack and a 17.5

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Bentley introduces its first diesel: Bentayga Diesel with 48V system & electric supercharger

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Bentley Motors has introduced its first diesel model: the Bentayga Diesel SUV. At its core is an all-new, technologically advanced, triple-charged, 4.0-liter, of torque, the Bentayga Diesel hits a top speed of 270 km/h (168 mph) and can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds (0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds (0-60 mph in 4.6

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800-Volt EV Charging: The ?Other Palliative for Range Anxiety ???

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“Range anxiety” has been a headline concern for electric vehicles. Car of the Year, and now a finalist for 2022 World Car of the Year—was designed by the talented Sangyup Lee, the Hyundai global design chief and former Bentley designer who also styled the reborn Chevrolet Camaro. second rips to 60 mph.

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