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

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The BMW XM is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system comprising a V8 gasoline engine and electric motor that delivers combined fuel consumption of 1.6 – 1.5 liter unit features a cross-bank exhaust manifold and an optimized oil separation process. BMW M GmbH is introducing its first high-performance car with an electrified drive system.

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New powertrains for updated BMW X5 and BMW X6; PHEV and 48V MHEV

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BMW presented the extensively updated new editions of its Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) and Sports Activity Coupé (SAC) for the luxury segment. This across-the-board application of electrification comes in the form of an electric motor integrated into the transmission. All the drive units now feature 48V mild hybrid technology.

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Dodge unveils concept electric muscle car

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It’s powered by “banshees,” equipped with the world’s loudest EV exhaust note, and it’s 100% pure Dodge. However, the amount of motors is not yet known. Dodge has unveiled its new concept electric muscle car. The vehicle will use an 800-volt architecture system that will drive all four wheels.

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News: Corvette Adds Electric Power to Boost Performance

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liter V8’s exhaust. Power Front & Rear Battery on your right Corvette’s electrification consists of adding a 160 horsepower (hp) electric motor (with 125 pound-feet of torque) to power the front wheels, supported by a 1.9 It sports wide 275/30 20-inch tires in front and 3345/25 21-inchers in the rear. To get to 60 mph in 2.5

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