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2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid PHEV debuts; third new Porsche hybrid powertrain since 2017

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The newly introduced 2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid makes significant advancements over both the standard Cayenne and the preceding Cayenne S E-Hybrid ( earlier post ) it replaces, including more power, quicker acceleration, a faster top speed, and increased electric-only range. Earlier post.) seconds (-0.7 seconds (-0.9

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Porsche launches carbon offsetting program for US drivers

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PCNA) has launched Porsche Impact , an online tool that links individual CO 2 emissions to specific climate projects. As an example of cost, driving a 2019 Cayenne S for 10,000 miles a year would generate an offsetting contribution between approximately $67 and $152 annually, depending on which project the customer chooses to support.

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Electric Porsche Cayenne revealed at Copenhagen

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With emissions from 310g/km of CO2, the Porsche Cayenne is probably one of the last cars you would ever label as ‘green’. But at the Copenhagen climate summit, the Cayenne proved otherwise. Tags: Electric cars Porsche cayenne Copenhagen electric summit.

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eRUF Stormster Electric SUV Debuts in Copenhagen

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RUF Automobile GmbH unveiled the Stormster, an electric SUV based on the Porsche Cayenne, for the European Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen, (COP 15). The Stormster is driven by a Siemens electric motor, with 270 kW (367 bhp) as in the eRUF sports car. The lithium-ion battery pack is supplied by Li-Tec Battery GmbH.

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Porsche introduces plug-in hybrid concept Panamera Sport Turismo; 60 mpg US

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Panamera S Hybrid and Cayenne S Hybrid. All driving indicators and control functions are also operated by multi-touch functionality, such as automatic climate control, seat adjustment, lights, reversing camera and the functions of Porsche Communication Management (PCM). Combined fuel consumption is less than 3.5 Earlier post.)

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As Development Alters Greek Islands’ Nature and Culture, Locals Push Back

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They arrive, they load up their Cayennes or Jeeps or Hummers, and they lock themselves away,” he said of the tourists. They have no interest in Sifnos — it’s a dot on the map for them.” The initiative also aims to support cultural tourism on the islands, with digital walking tours and the promotion of local gastronomy, said Ms.

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Quick drive of the Passat HyMotion hydrogen fuel cell hybrid

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Although audible, it is low; turning on the climate control fan to the first level obscures the sound. The Li-ion battery steps in and supplies energy to the electric motor instead, allowing the car to move off. The only indication (aside from the display) that the fuel cell engages is the sound of the blower. Earlier post.).

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