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Tesla Model X Plaid is still dominating drag races nearly 2 years after launch

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There is nothing new about the concept of the super-high-performance SUV. Mercedes has long made the G-Class with its incredible Bi-Turbo V8, Dodge has been making its Durango SUV with supercharged V8s for years, and BMW has prided itself on the performance characteristics found in the X5M.

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Chrysler Group files S-1 for IPO; snapshot of R&D priorities; exploring a light-duty hydraulic hybrid

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In addition, Chrysler continues to look into vehicle applications for thermal management. Thermal management technologies not only help reduce fuel consumption, but are an important factor in extending battery range for hybrid electric and all-electric vehicle models.

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Chrysler to Double Its Model Count with a New EV

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Suits in corner offices seek to right this detail with an electric vehicle they will unveil early next week. And, no, it’s not likely to be the Airflow – at least not the concept car which was looking all but production-ready over two years ago. Few companies play that particular game like Stellantis, it must be said.

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