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Tesla Model S and Model X now more affordable with Standard Range variants

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The Tesla Model S and Model X now start at more affordable prices, thanks in part to the introduction of a Standard Range variant for the two flagship electric cars. The introduction of the Model S and Model X Standard Range was spotted on Tesla’s online configurator earlier today. second 0-60 mph time.

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Tesla updates Model S and Model X: Price cuts, free paint, and no more Standard Range

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As per Tesla, the Model S Long Range now starts at $74,990, a 15% reduction over its previous starting price of $88,490. That’s a pretty good deal for a full-sized all-electric sedan that has an EPA range of 405 miles per charge. The Model X Long Range, on the other hand, has been adjusted to a starting price of $79,990.

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Tesla Model Y Standard Range AWD only available for employees, at least for now: report

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Reports are emerging that Tesla has now started deliveries of the Model Y Standard Range Dual Motor AWD, a variant of its all-electric crossover that was sighted during the Cyber Rodeo at Gigafactory Texas last week. That being said, Cyber Rodeo attendees observed that the vehicle seemed to have 279 miles of range.

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Tesla renames the Model 3 Standard Range Plus to Model 3 Rear-Wheel-Drive

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As could be seen on Tesla’s official website , the base Model 3 is no longer called the Standard Range Plus. In a way, the base Model 3’s name change makes the variants of the all-electric sedan simpler, though it also seems to block any chance of the popular Model 3 Long Range RWD variant from returning.

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Polestar 4 will rival Model Y with $60,000 start, 300-mile range

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Polestar on Tuesday revealed the sporty Polestar 4 electric “SUV coupe” at the Shanghai auto show, including mention that it sees over 300 miles of range by EPA standards. With a 0-60 mph time of just 3.8

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New 2023 Toyota Sequoia full-size SUV comes standard with Hybrid i-FORCE MAX Powertrain

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The Tow Tech Package, available on all grades but standard on TRD Pro and Capstone, offers a suite of features that include Trailer Backup Guide to aid in backing up the SUV with a trailer, and Straight Path Assist which helps provide steering control to keep the trailer straight on its intended path when backing up.

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Mercedes launches new plug-in hybrid S 580 e; Gen4 hybrid system, 100 km electric range

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With an electric output of 110 kW/150 hp and an all-electric range of more than 100 kilometers (62 miles) (WLTP), the S 580 e can in many cases operate without using its combustion engine. The range has more than doubled compared with the previous model. The top speed in the ELECTRIC drive program is 140 km/h (87 mph).

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