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Porsche updates first Porsche Taycan models with free software update

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Porsche extensively updated its all-electric Taycan last September for the new model year. Porsche is making the software update available free of charge on a worldwide basis. With this, the sprint from zero to 200 km/h (0-124 mph) takes just 9.6 seconds in conjunction with Launch Control—0.2 seconds faster than before.

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Porsche increases stake in electric sports car company Rimac to 15.5%

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Porsche has increased its stake in technology and sports car company Rimac Automobili to 15.5%. In June 2018, the Stuttgart-based sports car manufacturer purchased a 10% stake in Rimac. Porsche is now strengthening the established partnership. Porsche has been supporting Rimac and its positive development for a year now.

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Porsche introduces 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car

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Porsche has introduced the 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car, the first of six or more plug-in hybrids coming from the Volkswagen Group. Porsche had unveiled the concept version of the 918 Spyder Plug-in Hybrid at the Geneva Motor Show in 2010. The charge port is standardized for the country of purchase. The 918 Spyder.

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Porsche opens new plant for eight-cylinder engines; digitalization and data management; V8s for all VW Group brands

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Porsche has officially dedicated a new engine plant for eight-cylinder engines. Porsche’s new engine plant will also contribute towards synergies within the Volkswagen Group. Porsche stands for sporty high-performance engines: from engine design to series production. Flexible interlinkage of manufacturing and automation.

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Tesla Model S Plaid leaves $3.6M Bugatti Chiron behind in drag & roll race

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The Tesla Model S Plaid has a listed 0-60 mph time of 1.99 seconds, however, it has proven that it can hit 60 mph in just 1.98 During the unveiling of the Tesla Model S Plaid in 2021, Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, said that it was the fastest production car that anyone could purchase. You can watch the video below.

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Tesla Model 3 fleet chosen as new law enforcement vehicle in Texas county

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The Dallas County Commissioners Court approved the purchase of three Model 3 all-electric sedans yesterday. “It’s the purchase of the Teslas that we’ve been talking about when we talk about the great job that our automotive service center is doing and our environment. . It’s plain and simple.

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Hyundai Ioniq 5 wins Cars.com’s Best Electric Vehicle for 2024 award

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Its performance is also more than adequate, with an AWD Limited model showing a 0-60 mph time of 4.72 Its speedy charging, abundant yet easy-to-use tech and avant-garde styling makes it a well-balanced ride for those looking to purchase an EV,” she noted. Tesla’s vehicle lineup is notably absent.

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