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Maserati launches new tri-motor GranCabrio Folgore convertible that goes 0-100 km/h in 2.8 sec

Baua Electric

As promised earlier today, Maserati has officially launched its third all-electric model, the GranCabrio Folgore, during its “Folgore Day” event in Rimini, Italy. Earlier today in Rimini, Italy, we saw key components and customization options for Maserati’s first two all-electric models – the GranTurismo Folgore and Grecale Folgore.

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FCA introduces New Fiat 500 EV; not confirmed for US

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In Milan, Italy, FCA presented the all-new, third-generation Fiat 500—which is a battery-electric vehicle. The latest Cinquecento features a 42-kWh lithium-ion battery, which gives the New 500 a range of up to 320 km (199 miles) in the WLTP cycle. seconds and 0-31 mph in 3.1 seconds and 0-31 mph in 3.1

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smart fortwo electric drive to be launched in China by year’s end

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The Chinese government has now given the green light for approval of the zero-local-emission runabout. kWh Li-ion battery pack and a 55 kW electric motor delivering 130 N·m (96 lb-ft) of torque. Acceleration from 0-60 km/h (37 mph) takes less than five seconds; range is 145 km (90 miles).

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Report: Chrysler to Show Prototype Electric Fiat 500 at Detroit Auto Show

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The Detroit Free Press reports that Chrysler will display a battery-electric version of the Fiat 500 at the upcoming North American International Auto Show. Italy-based Micro-Vett SpA, which produces electric versions of several other Fiat vehicles, has developed an electric version of the 500, unveiled by the NICE car company in 2008.

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First drive in the Maserati Grecale Folgore SUV: Italian luxury is going all-electric and we love it

Baua Electric

I got invited to Southern Italy to take the Grecale Folgore to the road (and off the road) to see if the famed automaker’s niche for power and luxury translates to the all-electric age. As the Grecale Folgore approaches the start of sales soon, Maserati invited media out to its native Italy to test out the SUV first-hand.

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Road Test: 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4matic

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The performance was impressive, with the 5,170-pound EQE returning 0-60 mph runs at 5.2 The steering is light for around town and then is speed-dependent, so there is never a loss of road feel or the ability to accurately carve through mountains or traffic. inch OLED (organic light-emitting diode) infotainment touchscreen.

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Ferrari’s Plug-in Hybrid One-Ups the Combustion Engine

Cars That Think

Especially since I’m straining to keep pace with Raffaele de Simone just ahead, the Ferrari test driver who routinely sets lap records on this historic circuit, just a few pasta lengths from its factory in Maranello, in northern Italy. Ferrari Select performance mode and the V-8 will fire up to recharge a depleted battery on the fly.

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