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Cadillac previews production CELESTIQ flagship EV; MSRP starting above $300,000

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Cadillac provided some details on its production CELESTIQ flagship “ultra-luxury sedan”; the show car version appeared earlier this year. In addition to the impressive horsepower and torque, the vehicle is also projected to deliver 0-60-mph in 3.8 Earlier post.) Each CELESTIQ will be personally commissioned—no two will be alike.

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Audi of America and Arcadia offer renewable energy subscription with e-tron or e-tron Sportback lease or purchase

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Arcadia connects renters and homeowners across the US to wind and solar energy through utility data and billing technology. In select markets within Colorado, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island, Arcadia’s platform connects qualifying customers to community solar projects in their area.

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Second-generation Audi A7 Sportback features standard 48V MHEV system with gasoline or diesel engines

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The four-door coupé brings the show car design of the prologue studies ( earlier post ) to production. The drive system features a new mild-hybrid system (MHEV) as standard. When coasting and rolling out, a clutch in the central transmission opens and interrupts the power connection. TFSI (gasoline) or a 3.0 TDI (diesel) engine.

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BMW M introduces i7 M70 xDrive electric performance model

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The range-topping model of the new BMW 7 Series line-up accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.7 Top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph). Capable of sprinting from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.7 seconds, making it the fastest all-electric BMW model. The motor’s power density of 2.41

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Audi unveils e-tron GT concept at LA Auto Show; production version in about 2 years

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A volume-production counterpart is set to follow in around two years. The performance subsidiary Audi Sport GmbH is responsible for subsequently transforming the car into a volume-production model. mph) in around 3.5 mph) in just over 12 seconds. mph) to maximize the range. The Audi e-tron GT concept has a 4.96-meter

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Startup SF Motors announces two EVs; up to 1000 hp, 0-60 mph in less than 3 seconds

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The company has also focused on intelligent technologies to deliver new levels of autonomy and connectivity. This design will also support rapid manufacturing using laser welding to connect the battery cells. SF Motors will begin vehicle production this year at its Industry 4.0

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BMW launches Gen2 X5 PHEV in US: X5 xDrive45e

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The X5 xDrive45e is built at Plant Spartanburg, South Carolina, BMW Group’s largest global production plant. 0 to 60 mph acceleration time is 5.3 Electric-only top speed increases from 75 mph to 84 mph. cubic feet less than the standard X5. Electric – This electric only mode can be used at speeds up to 84 mph.

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