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New Tesla Model 3 Performance details observed in order page source code

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While the source code did not include details like the new Model 3 Performance’s 0-60 mph time or its top speed and range, it did confirm a number of key features for the vehicle. All-new high-performance drive units deliver more than combined 500 horsepower and 0-60 mph in (ACCELERATION) seconds.

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Road Test: 2023 McLaren GT

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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. seconds and believe the 203 mph top speed quoted by McLaren. We held on for 0-60 in 2.8

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Lucid Air achieves industry-best 0.21 coefficient of drag

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The rolling road accommodates full-size vehicles, with air and rolling road speeds coordinated up to 180 mph. Air is moved through the massive circuit at a maximum rate of 47,500 cu ft per second by a 5,100 hp motor and 29 carbon fiber blades that are 22 feet in diameter.

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BMW launches iX EV

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Information on the energy flow can be viewed in the control display no matter which driving position is selected. The BMW iX xDrive50 posts acceleration of 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.6 Alternatively, the driver can choose a high, medium or low Brake Energy Regeneration setting for all driving situations in the BMW iDrive menu.

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Lightning Systems’ battery-electric Ford Transit on schedule for March deliveries; fuel cell range extender option

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The LightningElectric fuel cell range extender uses hydrogen stored onboard in high-tech carbon fiber-wrapped pressure vessels equipped with sensors. In addition to the range of more than 200 miles, the vehicle will have a top speed of 75 mph, making it suited for applications in which long range and zero emissions are required.

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Toyota introduces second-generation Mirai fuel cell electric vehicle as design and technology flagship

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In the Toyota Mirai, compressed hydrogen fuel is stored in three 10,000-psi carbon-fiber-reinforced high-pressure tanks: one mounted longitudinally in the center of the car; another mounted transversely under the rear seat, and a third below the battery. Cooling air for the battery is silently pulled in from the cabin.

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BYD’s Yangwang U7 ultra-luxury EV leaked with nearly 1,300 hp and 500 miles range

Baua Electric

BYD’s Yangwang showcased the U9 supercar last April at a tech launch event with four electric motors good for a 0 to 62 mph (0-100km/hr) sprint in 2 seconds. It also featured large air intakes at the bottom and carbon fiber side skirts, adding to the sedan’s sporty design.

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