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Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid 5.02.2018
Porsche is adding a new Cayenne E-Hybrid to the line-up. The turbo 3.0-liter V6 combines with an electric motor to generate total system output of 455 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. EV range = 27-miles. Porsche says it will go 0-60 in 4.7 seconds. The price starts at $79,900 when it goes on sale in early 2019.
Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid Ups Total Performance 5.02.2018
No one knows more about matching high-performance with powertrain electrification than Porsche. Indeed, their latest Cayenne E-Hybrid is actually their second swing at providing a large and powerful crossover utility with plug-in credentials. Performance at every level is improved. The latest Cayenne PHEV combines a 3.0-liter single-turbo V6 engine, producing… Read More
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Fuel Economy Standards May Freeze 4.30.2018
The media is all a buzz about rumors that the Trump administration may freeze fuel economy standards for 2020 through the 2026 model year. Such a move would spark legal fights with California, as well as the other states that follow their lead. The EPA has already indicated that the Obama era proposal, that set ever higher fuel economy standards through 2025, were… Read More
Ford To Ditch Most Car Models for North America 4.26.2018
In a major shift away from tradition, Ford documents have confirmed recent rumors that in the near future it will no longer offer traditional sedans and hatchbacks in North America. In notes attached to Ford’s latest financial results, the company says its future car portfolio will consist of only two models: the Mustang, and a raised hatchback to be called… Read More
Lexus Adds F SPORT To New ES 4.25.2018
While the all-new 2019 Lexus ES was debuting at Auto China 2018 in Beijing, MotorWeek’s Stephanie Hart actually had a chance to check out the car in person at the posh Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes. In a move that mirrors efforts with other Lexus vehicles, for the first time this redesigned ES will be available as an F SPORT performance model. As… Read More
BMW All Electric SUV Headed For U.S. 4.25.2018
At the 2018 Beijing Auto Show, BMW unveiled a near production ready concept for a battery electric crossover utility dubbed the iX3. The compact BMW iX3 will be assembled, at least initially, in China and exported around the world, including to the U.S. Look for the iX3 to arrive sometime in 2020. At Auto China 2018 BMW confirmed a 250 mile range for their new EV.
New Ford Focus Stars at Auto China 4.25.2018
Ford is using the 2018 Beijing Auto Show as a high profile launching pad for the all-new 2019 Ford Focus, the company’s latest global compact car series. First announced last week, the new Focus will be made in China and exported to the U.S., replacing the current Focus which is imported from Mexico. But, the significance of the new Focus goes well beyond one… Read More
Mercedes-Maybach Concept 4.24.2018
Mercedes-Benz revealed its Vision Mercedes-Maybach Ultimate Luxury Crossover at Auto China 2018 in Beijing. The concept CUV is an electric vehicle with four motors, allowing for fully variable all-wheel drive. According to Gorden Wagener, Chief Design Officer at Daimler AG, the concept “combines the DNA of an SUV with that of a sedan to produce an ultra-modern… Read More
Five F-150 Diesel Facts 4.20.2018
Five facts about the new Ford F-150 Power Stroke Diesel Engine: all-new 3.0-liter Power Stroke diesel Horsepower: 250 Torque: 440 lb.-ft. Towing: 11,400 pounds Payload: 2,020 pounds for XL and XLT fleet applications, 1,940 pounds for retail applications. The 2018 Ford F-150 Power Stroke Diesel will be at dealers in May.
Buick EV 4.18.2018
China is the scene for the global debut of the Buick Enspire. The company says the all-electric concept SUV generates 410 kW and can travel up to 370 miles on a single charge. The Buick Enspire will be on display at Auto China 2018 in Beijing later this month.