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Bentley unveils plug-in hybrid concept

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Luxury automaker Bentley, a member of the Volkswagen Group, unveiled its Bentley Hybrid Concept—a preview of Bentley’s first production plug-in hybrid model, which is planned to be a dedicated version of the all-new SUV available in 2017. Bentley Hybrid Concept. Click to enlarge.

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

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The Tesla Model S to be available in California at San Francisco and Los Angeles airports is the 85kWh model, capable of 265 miles on one charge. Hertz Dream Cars expand the availability for consumers to enjoy an once-in-a-lifetime luxury travel experience. Bentley Continental GT. Audi R8, Spyder. Cadillac CTS-V.

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Jaguar goes SUV-only as XE, XF and F-Type bow out in June | Autocar Professional

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Jaguar’s new era begins in 2025 with the introduction of a 600bhp electric four-seat GT car in the vein of the Porsche Taycan , which is thought to be followed a year later by a Bentley Bentayga -style luxury SUV and then a large luxury saloon.

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EPA annual report finds automakers outperforming GHG emissions standards

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Overall industry compliance in model year 2013 was 12 grams/mile— or 1.4 miles per gallon—better than required by the 2013 standard. Industry compliance in 2012 was 11 grams/mile better than required.) all manufacturers remain eligible to continue to use zero grams/mile.

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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. Peak torque is available from very early in the rev range (just 1,000 rpm). The Bentayga Diesel represents a moment of immense significance in Bentley’s history, by giving the world its fastest luxury diesel SUV. liter, 32-valve V8 engine.

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

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Picking the Top 10 electric car makers now involves making some choices as the number of vehicles available increases. The roomy Model S luxury sedan now starts at about $90,000 with a 100 kWh battery pack and all-wheel drive, offering 405 miles of range. We’ll try to keep this up-to-date as the EV market continues to evolve.

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Road Test: 2021 Genesis GV80 2.5T RWD Prestige

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In 268 miles driving through Southern California, aided by the idle stop/start, we averaged 23.8 Where we did much better was on a 110-mile freeway run, in either Eco or Smart mode and with the smart cruise control set at 65 mph, achieving 31.5 The GV80 Prestige seats five, with a power folding third row available only on the 3.5T

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