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

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This originates from its sports exhaust system featuring electronically controlled, continuously adjustable flaps and hexagonal dual tailpipes arranged one above the other for the first time on a BMW M model. It is also the first BMW M model to feature Integral Active Steering, also part of standard specification.

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2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class works on its quads (motors, that is)

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It can ford more than 33 inches of water, and it’s been tested on the same mountain trails at the Schöckl as the standard G-Class. It sports a black-panel “grille,” a higher hood line, flares on the rear fenders that act as air curtains, and a small spoiler at the top of the windshield to smooth air flow. It lights up a 12.3-inch

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Gen 5 2019 Toyota RAV4 debuts at New York International Auto Show; 2.5L inline-4 and Toyota Hybrid System

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Standard on AWD-equipped Limited gas and Adventure grade models, Dynamic Torque Vectoring All-Wheel Drive with Rear Driveline Disconnect can send 50% of engine torque to the rear wheels, plus distribute it to the left or right rear wheel for improved handling. RAV4 comes standard with TSS 2.0, liter 4-cylinder Dynamic Force Engine.

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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. As well as the Reversing Assist Camera and Reversing Assistant, the standard Parking Assistant now also comprises the drive-off monitoring and Trailer Assistant functions.

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Get Blix’s Ultra e-bike with free accessories from $1,399, Anker PowerCore Reserve Power Station $110, and more

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It sports a compact design of 4.59 It features a built-in retractable light with two brightness modes alongside an S.O.S. button to provide emergency lighting for safety during power outages or other emergency situations. It features a built-in retractable light with two brightness modes alongside an S.O.S. inches by 4.59

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Save $150 on Anker’s new 768Wh power station at $499, Segway e-SuperScooter now $1,441 off, more

Baua Electric

It features two water-resistant LED camping lights that have three modes to choose from: a candlelight mode that covers up to 10m², a flood light mode that covers up to 20m², and a flashlight mode that covers up to 20m² – all of them lasting up to eight hours. It can fully recharge in just 58 minutes via a wall outlet, 7.2

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Acura Reveals the 2024 ZDX Electric SUV

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Acura designed the ZDX at its studio in Los Angeles and said that it sports several well-known styling elements, including its signature “Jewel Eye” headlights, “chicane” daytime running lights, and sharp lines. Starting next year, ZDX customers will have access to a network of high-speed chargers across the U.S.

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