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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 Power is channelled to the road via the all-wheel-drive system M xDrive, the rear-biased setup of which is particularly noticeable in 4WD Sport mode. kWh of usable energy.

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Aston Martin eyes G-Class, Defender rival | Autocar Professional

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Aston chairman Lawrence Stroll will not give the project the green light unless it has a solid business case, but the firm has no doubt been inspired by not just the success of its own DBX SUV – which is now comfortably its best-selling model line – but also the continued prosperity of the long-running G-Class.

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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. The refreshed drive system line-up includes new combustion engines, a latest-generation plug-in hybrid system for the BMW X5 xDrive50e and 48V mild hybrid technology for all other models.

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Schwinn e-bikes start from $590, Goal Zero power station $176, other EVs, more more

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Its battery also has integrated LED lights on either side, as well as both head and taillights so that you’ll be seen in low-to-no-light rides. It sports a sleek, minimalist design that has been streamlined for more ergonomic comfort and features four different riding modes: e-save, sport, custom, pedestrian.

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Tokyo 2023 revisited: Every electric concept debut from the best motor show in years

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Even as Honda introduced its plans for driverless robot vehicles, the Prelude was intended to remind everyone that it would not be giving up on its sports heritage. It used to be called the Tokyo Motor Show, but in the new-speak 21st century automotive industry it is now the Japan Mobility Show. Daihatsu me:Mo Daihatsu me:MO.

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Cupra Born review: High five for Spanish compact hatch

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inch instrument panel, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging, ambient lighting, dual-zone climate control, sports pedals and single-piece front sports seats. The arrival of the Cupra Born in Australia is pretty significant. The upside of that is we are also sampling an Australian spec Born.