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Volvo Cars opens order books for new electric C40 Recharge

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It offers an anticipated range of around 420 km (261 miles), which is expected to improve over time via over-the-air software updates. Like the XC40 Recharge electric compact SUV, the C40 Recharge comes with an infotainment systems jointly developed with Google and based on the Android operating system.

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Polestar unveils Polestar 2 electric fastback; targeting Tesla Model 3

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Polestar launched in 2017 with the Polestar 1—a low-volume Electric Performance Hybrid GT with 600 hp, 1,000 N·m and an electric-only range of 150 km (93 miles). Phone-as-Key technology enables car sharing and a more integrated ownership experience, as well as Polestar’s connected services such as pick-up and delivery.

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Volvo XC40 Recharge and Polestar 2: EV cousins offer different takes on “premium”

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Where it falls down is its EPA-rated range: a mere 208 miles. This isn’t the connection utility that lets you run some phone apps through the car’s screen; Android software actually powers the interfaces for phone, navigation, and other functions—including truly excellent voice recognition. Android above all else. Introducing Polestar.

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2022 Audi e-tron S and e-tron S Sportback models coming to US this fall; prices start at $84,800

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Standard technology: 3D satellite navigation imagery via Google with a newly updated e-tron route planner. In-vehicle LTE-powered Wi-Fi for up to eight connected devices (requires subscription). EPA-estimated driving range with the standard wheel/tire package is 208 miles for e-tron S and 212 miles for the e-tron Sportback S.

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