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2021 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV features upgraded powertrain, enlarged battery pack

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The 2021 Outlander PHEV is available at Mitsubishi dealers now. Additionally, this also allows increasing the top speed of all-electric operation from 79 mph to 83 mph. The 2021 Outlander PHEV is available in three trim levels: SEL, Limited Edition (LE) and GT, all of which come standard with S-AWC all-wheel drive.

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BMW M introduces its first high-performance car with electrified drive system: BMW XM PHEV

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Production of the BMW XM will get underway at BMW Group Plant Spartanburg in the USA in December 2022 before it arrives at dealers worldwide in spring 2023. The BMW XM sprints from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.3 It is also the first BMW M model to feature Integral Active Steering, also part of standard specification.

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2021 Audi Q5, A7 and A8 TFSI e PHEVS now on sale in US

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The A8 TFSI e comes equipped with standard quattro all-wheel drive and an eight-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission. Standard predictive efficiency assist is designed to increase brake-energy recuperation when approaching a slower vehicle or rolling downhill. 0-60 mph acceleration. Dealer sets actual price.

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Four engine variants of updated Audi A5 to be equipped with 12V and 48V mild hybrid systems

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Both systems are embedded in the standard 48 volt main electrical system. mph) in less than 5 seconds. quattro drive is available as an option for the mid-range engine variants and comes standard with the three most powerful ones. The models will be with dealers starting in early 2020.

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2020 MINI Cooper SE EV comes to US with MSRP of $29,900

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The front-wheel drive electric motor generates 181 hp and 199 lb-ft of torque enabling the new MINI Cooper SE to go from 0 – 60 mph in 6.9 seconds and achieve a top speed of 93 mph. The MINI Cooper SE comes standard with a base trim level that offers a full complement of premium features and equipment.

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Audi introduces new A4 Avant g-tron; Audi e-gas offered as standard

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Audi has introduced the natural-gas-fueled A4 Avant g-tron; dealers in Europe will begin taking orders for the midsize model starting in early summer 2017. Additionally, Audi is now offering e-gas to power the A3 Sportback g-tron as standard; customers will pay only the regular natural gas price. mph) in just 8.5

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Phihong introduces new Level 3 30kW wall-mount DC charger

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Phihong’s DW Series EV chargers are compatible with multiple charging system standards, including CCS1 Combo, CCS2 Combo, CHAdeMO, and GB/T, and each unit features optional dual charging connections. 30kW Wall-Mount DC Fast Charger shown on a stand.

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