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Final Drive: 2021 Polestar 1 PHEV

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The low placement of the batteries is a big part of why the 5,181-pound Polestar 1 was easy to drive when highway cruising. Carbon Fiber Exterior. Carbon fiber curves. The exterior, constructed completely of lightweight carbon fiber, was responsible for head-snapping whiplash among passersby.

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SEAT pushes forward with CNG line-up

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And thanks to the technology’s compatibility with renewable bio-methane, it makes it an important part of the fuel mix as we move towards low emission mobility. Plus, the maintenance costs of the TGI models are similar to those of traditional combustion engine vehicles. —Luca de Meo, President of SEAT. The new SEAT Leon 1.5

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DOE to award $55.8M for advanced vehicle technologies; $35M for fuel cell and hydrogen

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The Vehicle Technologies funding is targeted at a wide range of research, development, and demonstration projects that aim to reduce the price and improve the efficiency of plug-in electric, alternative fuel, and conventional vehicles. Reducing the cost of electric drive systems from $30/kW to $8/kW.

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Road Test: 2022 Genesis G70 RWD 3.3T

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The Brembo brakes are part of the ABS system, and the MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension added to the road confidence. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. As part of these events we may be offered free transportation, lodging or meals.

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Road Test: 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Duramax 4WD Crew Cab AT4 CarbonPro

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CarbonPro designates the box is made of weight-reducing carbon fiber where the standard steel inner panels and floor are replaced with a lightweight, purpose-designed carbon fiber composite that offers best-in-class dent, scratch and corrosion resistance. Clean Fleet Report.

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Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 3LT

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inch rear) that were e-boost power-assisted, part of the anti-lock brake system. With a twist of a couple latches off comes the removable carbon fiber roof, letting in the open air. Set high on the fenders, the lights blend into the long carbon fiber hood, which leads to a sweptback windshield and onto the removable roof.

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Road Test: 2023 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo AWD

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The silhouette still looks the part Turbo Option The 2023 Mazda CX-5 has a base non-turbocharged Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter The CX-5 Turbo interior is simple with an all-black color scheme and aluminum accents, steering away from faux wood or carbon fiber. Mazda gives buyers four seat covering options with cloth on the 2.5

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