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Maserati launches new tri-motor GranCabrio Folgore convertible that goes 0-100 km/h in 2.8 sec

Baua Electric

As promised earlier today, Maserati has officially launched its third all-electric model, the GranCabrio Folgore, during its “Folgore Day” event in Rimini, Italy. Earlier today in Rimini, Italy, we saw key components and customization options for Maserati’s first two all-electric models – the GranTurismo Folgore and Grecale Folgore.

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FCA introduces New Fiat 500 EV; not confirmed for US

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In Milan, Italy, FCA presented the all-new, third-generation Fiat 500—which is a battery-electric vehicle. With an output of 87 kW, the new 500 has a maximum speed of 150 km/h (93 mph) (self-limited) and delivers acceleration from 0-62 mph in 9.0 seconds and 0-31 mph in 3.1 seconds and 0-31 mph in 3.1

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smart fortwo electric drive to be launched in China by year’s end

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The Chinese government has now given the green light for approval of the zero-local-emission runabout. Acceleration from 0-60 km/h (37 mph) takes less than five seconds; range is 145 km (90 miles). In addition to Germany and Italy, China is one of the smart’s main sales markets, with sales there increasing by 43.8%

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Report: Chrysler to Show Prototype Electric Fiat 500 at Detroit Auto Show

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Italy-based Micro-Vett SpA, which produces electric versions of several other Fiat vehicles, has developed an electric version of the 500, unveiled by the NICE car company in 2008. Featuring a 22 kWh Li-ion pack and a 30 kW, 100 N·m drive motor, the Micro-Vett electric 500 has a range of 145 km (90 miles) and a top speed of 114 km/h (71 mph).

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First drive in the Maserati Grecale Folgore SUV: Italian luxury is going all-electric and we love it

Baua Electric

I got invited to Southern Italy to take the Grecale Folgore to the road (and off the road) to see if the famed automaker’s niche for power and luxury translates to the all-electric age. As the Grecale Folgore approaches the start of sales soon, Maserati invited media out to its native Italy to test out the SUV first-hand.

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Kia introducing bi-fuel gasoline-LPG Picanto in Europe

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The Picanto’s top speed of 150 km/h (93 mph) is unchanged from the standard 1.0-liter Sensors detect when the driver is braking suddenly and hard, and then flash the brake lights three times to alert following drivers that the car is slowing rapidly. seconds) the final drive ratio is lowered by 8.6% (from 4.235:1 to 4.600:1).

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Road Test: 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4matic

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The performance was impressive, with the 5,170-pound EQE returning 0-60 mph runs at 5.2 The steering is light for around town and then is speed-dependent, so there is never a loss of road feel or the ability to accurately carve through mountains or traffic. inch OLED (organic light-emitting diode) infotainment touchscreen.