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Infiniti Q80 Inspiration concept hybrid delivers 550 hp with 42.8 mpg fuel economy

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Infiniti unveiled the Q80 Inspiration concept car at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, it what it called a signal of its intent to break into the top tier of the premium sedan category; the concept will lead to a future model. Infiniti plans to double its powertrain range over the next five years.) L/100 km (42.8 Q80 Inspiration.

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GMC unveils 2024 HUMMER EV SUV

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Driven by General Motors’ next-generation Ultium Platform, the new HUMMER EV SUV launches with the exclusive Edition 1, offering customer choice to equip the vehicle for optimal driving range or maximum off-road capability. Edition 1 comes standard with 22-inch premium wheels, assist steps and floor liners. seconds with Watts To Freedom.

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GMC introduces 2022 HUMMER EV Edition 1; powered by all-new Ultium battery tech

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Additional purposeful and intuitive technologies will complement the truck’s range and capabilities. Industry-leading fast-charge capabilities, paired with General Motors’ all-new Ultium battery and advanced technology features, will coalesce to offer maximum capability and optimal range. inch diagonal infotainment screen and 12.3-inch

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Nissan launches new Skyline in Japan; one-motor two-clutch hybrid system in every grade

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launched of the all-new Skyline, which will go on sale late February 2014 with an Infiniti badge at Nissan dealers throughout Japan. Nissan first introduced the Skyline in 1957; Skyline is sold overseas as the Infiniti Q50. Prices range from ¥2,990,400 to ¥3,490,650 (US$30,150 to US$335,200), including consumption tax.

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Jaguar to display XJ_e PHEV at Goodwood

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liter turbocharged direct-injection gasoline engine which powers the Range Rover Evoque and a hybridized 8-speed automatic transmission. seconds and a limited top speed of 250 km/h (150 mph). With an all-electric range of 40 km (25 miles), fuel consumption is 3.2 for INFINITI brand. XJ_e powertrain elements. L/100km (73.5

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Univ. of Utah study finds many infotainment systems too distracting to be used when vehicle in motion

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The scale ranged from low to very high demand; low demand is equivalent to listening to the radio, while very high demand is equivalent to balance a checkbook in your head while driving, according to AAA. Infiniti Q50 Premium. —David Strayer. Lincoln MKC Premiere. Toyota Camry SE. Toyota Corolla SE. Toyota Sienna XLE.

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Infiniti EMERGE-E extended range electric sports car concept designed as part of UK TSB low-carbon vehicle initiative; REEVolution consortium

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The vehicle marks a number of firsts for Infiniti: first range-extender electric driveline; first mid-ship sports cart; first car the company has developed in Europe—and the first car it has built as part of a UK-government sponsored technology initiative. EMERG-E on stage in Geneva. Click to enlarge.

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