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Quick drive of the Passat HyMotion hydrogen fuel cell hybrid

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Two of the total of four carbon fiber composite hydrogen tanks are housed under the rear seat and the other two in the luggage compartment floor. The high-voltage lithium-ion battery, which has its own cooling circuit, is mounted close to the trunk and rear suspension. The 12-volt battery is also mounted at the rear. Earlier post.).

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Porsche presents more efficient Gen 2 919 Hybrid LMP1 racer for 2015

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As is also the norm in Formula 1, the Porsche 919 Hybrid monocoque is a carbon-fiber sandwich construction that was completely redesigned for the 2015 season. The most noticeable changes to the carbon-fiber skin of the Porsche 919 Hybrid involve the new front end and the leaner engine cover in the rear.

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Road Test: 2022 Maserati Levante Trofeo

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When at the dealer, make sure to lift the hood and get a look at the beautiful Trofeo red and black engine with its carbon fiber bits, which by far is the most attractive you will see. Leather and Carbon Fiber Interior. The 8-speed automatic has a manual shift mode, paddle shifters and driver-selectable drive modes.

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Review: 2024 Porsche Macan Turbo Electric throws its weight around effectively

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A small, knurled lever on the dashboard serves as the shifter like it does in the new Cayenne and Panamera, and the dash takes on the stacked horizontal shape of the 911. Otherwise, the Macan Electric feels much like other recent Porsches as it takes a step forward versus the aging gas version.

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