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Drew Dowdell

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  1. Drew Dowdell
    More information about "Mercedes-Benz EQC is Sold Out for 2019"
    If you haven't ordered a Mercedes Benz EQC, you might be waiting a few more years. While not even on sale yet, Dieter Zetsche, Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars says that the automaker will have difficulty meeting the demand in 2019 and unlikely even in 2020. He told Die Welt "But we're doing everything we can to achieve maximum capacity". Official production estimates for the model have not yet been released. The Mercedes Benz EQC will debut in the US in 2020. Its two electric motors are rated for 402 horsepower and 564 lb-ft of torque. The 80kWh battery pack is capable of taking the crossover approximately 228 miles or more. Official range estimates have not yet been released. Production of the EQC will begin in Bremen soon, while China production will start later in 2019.
  2. Drew Dowdell
    If you haven't ordered a Mercedes Benz EQC, you might be waiting a few more years. While not even on sale yet, Dieter Zetsche, Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars says that the automaker will have difficulty meeting the demand in 2019 and unlikely even in 2020. He told Die Welt "But we're doing everything we can to achieve maximum capacity". Official production estimates for the model have not yet been released. The Mercedes Benz EQC will debut in the US in 2020. Its two electric motors are rated for 402 horsepower and 564 lb-ft of torque. The 80kWh battery pack is capable of taking the crossover approximately 228 miles or more. Official range estimates have not yet been released. Production of the EQC will begin in Bremen soon, while China production will start later in 2019. View full article
  3. Drew Dowdell
    LOL
  4. Drew Dowdell
    With a large enough investment in Rivian, this is how GM gets their EV Pickup without compromising their existing platforms.
  5. Drew Dowdell
    More information about "GM To Launch Electric Bike Brand in Europe"
    General Motors is launching a new brand to sell electric bikes in Europe. The brand, ARĪV (pronounced Arrive) will launch first in German, Belgium, and the Netherlands, countries where lithium-ion powered bikes are already popular. Two models will be offered, the Meld at 2,800€ and the foldable Merge (shown above) at 3,400€. Both bikes include Bluetooth technology for riders to track metrics such as speed, distance, battery level, and more. A USB port is included to help charge riders phones while underway. GM's experience in automotive EV technology was used for developing the powertrain on these bikes. The motor provides top of the segment torque for its size and enables speeds of up to 25 kph. The ARĪV battery charges from empty in about 3 1/2 hours with up to a 40-mile range on a single charge. Shipments of the bikes are scheduled to begin in Q2 of 2019.
  6. Drew Dowdell
    General Motors is launching a new brand to sell electric bikes in Europe. The brand, ARĪV (pronounced Arrive) will launch first in German, Belgium, and the Netherlands, countries where lithium-ion powered bikes are already popular. Two models will be offered, the Meld at 2,800€ and the foldable Merge (shown above) at 3,400€. Both bikes include Bluetooth technology for riders to track metrics such as speed, distance, battery level, and more. A USB port is included to help charge riders phones while underway. GM's experience in automotive EV technology was used for developing the powertrain on these bikes. The motor provides top of the segment torque for its size and enables speeds of up to 25 kph. The ARĪV battery charges from empty in about 3 1/2 hours with up to a 40-mile range on a single charge. Shipments of the bikes are scheduled to begin in Q2 of 2019. View full article
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    More information about "Rivian Lands $700M in Investment Commitments"
    Detroit Auto Maker Rivian landed $700M in investment commitments lead by Amazon. Rumors were swirling earlier this week that Amazon and GM were in talks to provide investment that valued the company between $1B and $2B. GM is not part of this round of investing, but that does not mean GM is out of it just yet. Rivian plans to introduce the R1T pickup (shown above) in 2020 with the R1S SUV following later. Four more vehicles are planned starting in 2025. The vehicles are set to be produced at Rivian's plant in Normal, Ill., a former Mitsubishi facility. Amazon's interest in Rivian includes using Rivian's technology to support its own logistics and delivery services. GM's interest comes from CEO Mary Barra's commitment to a Zero emissions future. GM is studying the feasibility of an Electrified GMC Sierra while crosstown rival Ford has plans for an EV F-150. Click here for more information on the Rivian R1T Pickup
  8. Drew Dowdell
    Detroit Auto Maker Rivian landed $700M in investment commitments lead by Amazon. Rumors were swirling earlier this week that Amazon and GM were in talks to provide investment that valued the company between $1B and $2B. GM is not part of this round of investing, but that does not mean GM is out of it just yet. Rivian plans to introduce the R1T pickup (shown above) in 2020 with the R1S SUV following later. Four more vehicles are planned starting in 2025. The vehicles are set to be produced at Rivian's plant in Normal, Ill., a former Mitsubishi facility. Amazon's interest in Rivian includes using Rivian's technology to support its own logistics and delivery services. GM's interest comes from CEO Mary Barra's commitment to a Zero emissions future. GM is studying the feasibility of an Electrified GMC Sierra while crosstown rival Ford has plans for an EV F-150. Click here for more information on the Rivian R1T Pickup View full article
  9. Drew Dowdell
    Guys..
  10. Drew Dowdell
    Lacrosse is a midsize now... And then there's the Stinger.
  11. Drew Dowdell
    Cadenza is considered large car like the Impala and Avalon according to the EPA.
  12. Drew Dowdell
    I thought about it, but didn't include it, because it generally competes in a higher price range. Technically, the Ford Fusion Sport is still in production too, but as it is dead man walking, I didn't count it.
  13. Drew Dowdell
    I wouldn't be surprised if they dumped Holden onto someone else entirely.
  14. Drew Dowdell
    I think the lift, if any, is minimal. It's more overall suspension travel, different spring rates, and yes some skid plates.
  15. Drew Dowdell
    I want to like these, but they drive just so poorly.
  16. Drew Dowdell
    Z71 is considered an off-road suspension yes. It's not particularly fancy, no.
  17. Drew Dowdell
    I think the Ridgeline achieves the same basic functionality advantage while skipping the added complexity of a split design.
  18. Drew Dowdell
    yep. I thought Toyota was going to skip Android Auto all together, but they seem to have reversed their position on that.
  19. Drew Dowdell
    Well, doesn't need to be high revving... these would make good compact power units for generators in PHEVs.
  20. Drew Dowdell
    It looks mostly the same
  21. Drew Dowdell
    Maybe they're bringing it global, or they're going the CX6 route and doing a crossover coupe version of the CX5. That would make @smk4565 happy
  22. Drew Dowdell
    I forgot to mention in the original article.... 6-speed manual transmission is standard!
  23. Drew Dowdell
    CX4, or 6, or 7. They've had a CX7 before. My guess is more on the CX4 side of things.
  24. Drew Dowdell
    What is the NVH of something like this?
  25. Drew Dowdell
    Yup... and then there were none.
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