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BMW adding two plug-in hybrid variants to 7 Series range; first use of pre-gearing stage

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BMW is adding two plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variants to the new BMW 7 Series range, including the first BMW M model in the range. kW/kg has a rated output of 145 kW/197 hp in the two PHEV variants and its rev band has been stretched to a maximum 11,500 rpm. The new BMW M760e xDrive accelerates from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.3

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Perspective: A View Into the New GM

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I was able to spend 10 minutes driving a Saturn Aura sedan with an (HCCI) engine system. GM expects the technology to be in the market within 10 years and for a vehicle to operate in HCCI mode during low load urban driving all the way up to 60 mph on a flat surface. Two-Mode Plug in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV).

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