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

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A look at the order page for the Model S and Model X in the United States shows that the two flagship electric cars have received notable price cuts. There is likely no other car, electric or otherwise, at its current price range that could match its performance, such as its 0-60 mph time of 1.99 That’s an 18.8%

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NHTSA releases AEB system requirements to be implemented by 2029

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released automatic emergency braking (AEB) system requirements that will be required in new cars sold in the United States by September 2029. We need to make sure we set high performance standards,” said Buttigieg. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.

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Volvo Car to make Gen 2 Pilot Assist standard on new S90 sedan

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Volvo Car is introducing an advanced version of the company’s semi-autonomous Pilot Assist software on the new Volvo S90 sedan and will make it standard on all S90s sold in the United States.

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GMC introduces longer driving range for the 2024 HUMMER EV 3X Pickup; up to 381 miles with available 24-module battery

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Standard features on the 3X Pickup trim include: 22-inch wheels and 35-inch All-Terrain tires 4-Wheel Steer with CrabWalk diagonal drive capability Air Ride Adaptive Suspension Extract Mode Watts to Freedom launch experience 0-60 mph in approximately 3.5

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Proterra sells more than 1,000 electric buses in North America

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The DuoPower drivetrain delivers nearly twice the horsepower and five times better fuel efficiency than a standard diesel engine. The DuoPower drivetrain features two electric motors that deliver 550 horsepower, accelerating a ZX5 bus from 0 to 20 mph in under six seconds.

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START Bus unveils Wyoming’s first electric buses; first Proterra ZX5 buses in US

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The buses are the first battery-electric buses in Wyoming and first Proterra ZX5 buses ( earlier post ) to be deployed in the United States. The DuoPower drivetrain delivers nearly twice the horsepower and five times better fuel efficiency than a standard diesel engine. START Bus will put the buses into service in late November.

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Mercedes-Benz Level 3 DRIVE PILOT receives California certification

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With this milestone, Mercedes-Benz is the first car manufacturer with authorization to introduce such a SAE Level 3 system in a standard-production vehicle for use on public freeways in the most populous state in the United States. Once conditions are suitable, the system indicates availability on the control buttons.

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