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Porsche presents Mission R concept electric competition car

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At IAA Mobility 2021 in Munich, Porsche is presenting the Mission R concept electric car that combines advanced technologies and sustainable materials, such as natural fibre-reinforced plastics, with a passion for racing. The Mission R is on a par with the performance level of the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup.

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Plug-in hybrid model now tops the Porsche Cayenne range

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seconds and reach a top speed of 295 km/h (183 mph). In addition to the two top models, the hybrid range from Porsche now includes the new Cayenne E-Hybrid Coupé with system power of 340 kW (462 PS; Fuel consumption combined 3.2–3.1 Porsche has taken this boost strategy from the 918 Spyder super sports car. l/100 km (60.3-63.5

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Tesla Style S Plaid Observe Package deal unlocks 200-mph govern pace

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Tesla has introduced a unutilized Observe Package deal for its Style S Plaid that can allow the 1,020-hp automotive to collision a up to now introduced govern pace of 200 mph. The unadorned package deal additionally comprises brake fluid designed for monitor using, and the all-important firmware replace required to achieve 200 mph.

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Porsche introduces 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car

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Porsche has introduced the 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car, the first of six or more plug-in hybrids coming from the Volkswagen Group. Porsche had unveiled the concept version of the 918 Spyder Plug-in Hybrid at the Geneva Motor Show in 2010. The 918 Spyder. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Earlier post.). Click to enlarge.

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Porsche introduces 2nd generation diesel in Cayenne; lower fuel consumption than Cayenne hybrid

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Porsche is launching the Cayenne into the new model year with more efficient second-generation diesel engine. That puts the Cayenne Diesel back in position as the most economical Cayenne with the lowest carbon emissions. That puts the Cayenne Diesel back in position as the most economical Cayenne with the lowest carbon emissions.

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Tesla Model S Plaid with Track Pack sets new Nurburgring record

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mph during select stretches of the 12.94-mile It is also over 8 seconds faster than the 7:33.350 record that was set by a Porsche Taycan Turbo S with Performance Kit last August. With the Track Pack, the Model S Plaid becomes capable of reaching speeds of up to 200 mph. mile track. The Track Pack costs $15,000-$20,000.

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The Tesla Model S Plaid’s most shocking upgrade is being hidden in plain sight

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Tesla did not waste any time highlighting the Model S Plaid’s killer metric: 0-60 mph in 1.99 Among these are its 60-130 mph time, which is arguably the Model S Plaid’s true killer metric. What has to be said is that the Model S Plaid is a car that continues to pull really strongly far beyond 60 mph. Credit: Tesla.

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