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Audi introduces new CNG A3 Sportback

Green Car Congress

Operation with natural gas or biomethane makes the compact model economical and more climate-friendly with low emissions. They are made of fiber-composite materials and, in keeping with Audi’s lightweight construction philosophy, each weighs just 26 kilograms (57.3 With this fuel, driving is nearly climate-neutral.

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2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R Review – Beast Mode

The Truth About Cars

Instead, I struggled to make this beast fit into urban parking spaces and alleyways while seemingly watching the fuel gauge march from full to empty just during the amount of time it takes to be stopped at a red light. The climate is changing, after all. I mean, 700 horsepower and 640 lb-ft of torque cures a lot of ills.

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BMW launching iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet

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Hydrogen is a versatile energy source that has a key role to play in the energy transition process and therefore in climate protection. One technology on its own will not be enough to enable climate-neutral mobility worldwide. After all, it is one of the most efficient ways of storing and transporting renewable energies.

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Road Test: 2023 McLaren GT

Clean Fleet Report

Unassuming Speed McLaren lets you know right away the GT is a serious driver’s car—the carbon fiber steering wheel is void of all buttons and controls for the audio, telephone and cruise control—meaning serious driving ahead. The roof with a fixed glass panel slopes to the carbon fiber deck lid with a window over the 14.8

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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE 53 AMG Review – AMG All the Things

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inch screens for instruments and infotainment, navigation, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Burmester audio, the MBUX infotainment system, power-folding side mirrors, interior ambient lighting, heated and cooled front seats, dual-zone climate control, and a panoramic sunroof. Standard features included the dual 12.3-inch

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Road Test: 2022 Maserati Ghibli Trofeo

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When at the dealer, make sure to lift the hood and get a look at the beautiful Trofeo carbon fiber red and black engine cover, which by far is the most attractive we have seen. The electronically-assisted steering was direct, but light to the feel. Carbon Fiber, Wood and Leather. Pretty and powerful.

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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. The LED boomerang-shaped tail lights sit high above the twin, rectangular tailpipes where that wonderful exhaust notes escapes.