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Ford C-MAX Hybrid EPA-rated at 47 mpg city, 47 mpg highway; plug-in Energi version offers 85 mph top electric speed

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C-MAX Hybrid, however, returns the same fuel economy whether driving cross-country or across the city—resulting mostly from a growing list of Ford innovations that have helped the vehicle to deliver metrics such as a top speed of up to 62 mph (100 km/h) in EV mode.

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In the Caribbean, EVs leave ICE vehicles behind

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I was at a trade fair and I saw this little neighborhood electric vehicle (NEV). It was a Polaris GEM , it ran at 25 miles per hour (mph). It went up to 50 mph.”. Folks take their boats to a list of spots on the coast to pick-up a playing card. An islander was importing them from Puerto Rico, and I bought one.”.

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Road Test: 2022 Maserati Levante Trofeo

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Maserati says the top speed is 187 mph, making this luxury SUV a fast grocery-getter. The Maserati Levante Trofeo is unique, even in Southern California, where every luxury car sold runs free on the highways and can be found in the most exclusive neighborhoods. Five-Seat Speedster. Dynamic Presence. A smooth design.

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Road Test: 2022 Maserati Ghibli Trofeo

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Maserati says the top speed is a stunning 203 mph, which we believe, but did not attempt, making it the fastest vehicle in its class. The Ghibli Trofeo comes with an extensive list of standard advanced driver assistant systems (ADAS), including adaptive cruise control with lane keeping assist, full front, head, side, and driver knee airbags.

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Car News: 2024 Consumer Electronics Show

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New BMW owners will be offered a growing list of music, gaming and news accessed through Bluetooth-enabled wireless gaming controllers that are connected to the infotainment system. The RS touts 1,000+ hp with 0-60 mph under two seconds and a top speed of 200 mph.

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President Obama Outlines Vision and Plan for US High-Speed Passenger Rail System; $13B to Start

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The near-term investment strategy seeks to: Advance new express high-speed corridor services (operating speeds above 150 mph (241 km/h) on primarily dedicated track) in select corridors of 200-600 miles (322-966 km). (As Japan’s Shinkansen links most major cities at speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h).). Earlier post.) Corridor programs.

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BMW unveils the production i3 in New York, London and Beijing; efficiency, dynamics and a supporting ecosystem of services

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37 mph) and is able to respond to both moving and stationary vehicles ahead, as well as to pedestrians. And if the battery has to be recharged at a public charging station, the driver is given a choice of available stations in the neighborhood. It also comes with Active Cruise Control including Stop & Go function.

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