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BMW M introduces i7 M70 xDrive electric performance model

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The new BMW i7 M70 xDrive features an electric motor at both the front and rear axle generating a maximum system output of 485 kW/660 hp and an M-specific chassis. The range-topping model of the new BMW 7 Series line-up accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.7 Top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph).

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BMW unveils new 7 Series; battery-electric i7

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The V8, too, gains 48V mild hybrid technology, and with the electric motor integrated into the new eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission delivers the twin benefits of optimized response and power delivery under acceleration, and greater efficiency thanks to adaptive recuperation. The new BMW 7 Series - Gen5 BEV Technology.

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Mercedes-Benz upgrades eVito Tourer electric van

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The electric motor, the transmission with fixed transmission ratios, the cooling system and the power electronics form a compact unit. The top speeds are 140 km/h (87 mph) with standard and 160 km/h (99 mph) with special equipment. The top speeds are 140 km/h (87 mph) with standard and 160 km/h (99 mph) with special equipment.

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Audi unveils e-tron GT concept at LA Auto Show; production version in about 2 years

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Separate permanently excited synchronous electric motors are fitted to the front and rear axles. mph) in around 3.5 mph) in just over 12 seconds. mph) to maximize the range. The recuperation involves both the two electric motors and the electrohydraulically integrated brake control system.

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Porsche unveils Mission E Cross Turismo EV study at Geneva show

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At the 2018 Geneva Motor Show, Porsche presented the Mission E Cross Turismo, a concept study of an electrically-powered “Cross-Utility Vehicle.” The road-ready Mission E Cross Turismo is a continuation of the Mission E study that Porsche presented at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA) in 2015. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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PEUGEOT introducing new 208 with BEV version at Geneva

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PEUGEOT will unveil the all-new PEUGEOT 208 at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, with a choice of gasoline, diesel and electric (EV) powertrains set to be available from launch. Rapid recharging at a public terminal: 80% of the vehicle charge can be obtained in 30 minutes from a 100kW charging station.

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MINI Cooper SE EV making show debut at IAA; MINI boosts electric range of Countryman PHEV up to 35 miles

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The 135 kW/184 hp electric motor drives the front wheels and accelerates the car from 0 to 60 km/h (37 mph) in 3.9 seconds for the sprint to 100 km/h (62 mph) from rest. The new MINI Cooper S E Countryman ALL4 powers from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 6.8 seconds, with 7.3

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