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Porsche introduces 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car

Green Car Congress

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

Green Car Congress

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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Review: 2025 Polestar 3 swings for efficient performance

Baua Electric

Two-row, five-seat electric SUV Estimated range: 279 miles (Performance Pack), 315 miles (base) 0-60 mph, 4.8 Polestar sees the 3 also as a rival for the hybrid-enabled Porsche Cayenne, and it obviously treads some of the same ground as its platform-mate, the upcoming Volvo EX90. Top speed stays put at 130 mph.

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Flash Drive: 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5

Clean Fleet Report

A traditional center console has been reimagined as a moveable smaller console, or Universal Island, that incorporates cup holders and charge ports. Electronically controlled top speed: 115 mph. Electronically controlled top speed: 115 mph. Hyundai calls this the Smart Living Room concept. Single electric motor. 225/320 hp.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

Green Car Congress

Frank is Professor Emeritus, Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering at the University of California, Davis, where he established the Institute for Transportation Studies (ITS-Davis), and was director of the US Department of Energy’s National Center of Hybrid Excellence at UC Davis. Table of Contents. Engineering Advantages of PHEV.

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Electric Car Manufacturers Inspire New Paradigms -- Seeking Alpha

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

market for sustainable “green” energy purchases. With a top speed of only 65 MPH and a 100 mile range, the Think Global will remain a niche City Car for conspicuous green consumers who aren’t concerned about safety. What are the chances that a $40K Chevy Volt would ever be purchased much less make $$.