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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.) Acceleration from zero to 60 mph happens in 4.7

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Porsche introducing first plug-in hybrid with second generation of the Panamera

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2014 Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid. Porsche is introducing its first plug-in hybrid and two new extended wheelbase variants with the second generation of the Panamera. Electricity is stored in a newly developed lithium-ion battery, which at 9.4 Electricity is stored in a newly developed lithium-ion battery, which at 9.4

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Porsche ramping up hiring for Mission E; leveraging the 919 Hybrid

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Porsche said it will hire more than 1,400 new employees in the Stuttgart region to work on the development and production of the first all-electric sports car from Porsche, the Mission E. The company plans to recruit in the fields of digitalization, e-mobility, smart mobility and vehicle connectivity. Click to enlarge.

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Road Test: 2024 Range Rover Velar Dynamic SE Mild Hybrid

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A 48V lithium-ion battery is replenished through regenerative braking that converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery when applying the brakes or coasting. There is no plug on the Range Rover to recharge the battery. second range.

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Road Test: 2024 Kia EV6 GT

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Regenerative braking uses the motors to recharge the battery when slowing or coasting, converting kinetic energy into electric energy, which is stored in the battery. Bluetooth connection for up to two devices, wireless phone charging and a Wi-Fi hotspot complete the technology. The Porsche Taycan GTS does 0-60 in 3.4

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Flash Drive: 2023 Kia EV6 GT

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Regenerative braking, which uses the motors to slow the car, recharges the battery when slowing or coasting converting kinetic energy into electric energy, which is stored in the battery. The Porsche Taycan GTS does 0-60 in 3.5 A functional rear seat. The electro-chromatic auto-dimming rear view mirror is Homelink equipped.

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Driving the VW e-Golf; strategy, assembly in Wolfsburg, Braunschweig battery plant

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The power electronics converts the direct current (DC) stored in the battery to alternating current (AC). Higher levels of regen allow the driver to slow the vehicle almost to a stop (with “B”), while recharging the battery. This includes the battery pack, power electronics and all the connections, and first pack power to the vehicle.

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