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    Mercedes, AMG, and Garrett Bringing E-Turbos to Production

    Mercedes and AMG, in partnership with turbo specialist Garrett, will be installing electrified turbochargers in the next generation of high-performance Mercedes-AMG vehicles. The e-turbo tech comes from Formula 1. Turbo lag is said to be eliminated, and horsepower per liter could see a serious spike, making this a big boost to engine performance. We already […] More

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    2021 Lamborghini Urus Adds Splashy New Colors, More Features

    The Lamborghini Urus SUV is updated for 2021 with new colors and features. A Pearl Capsule appearance package can be had in either bright green, orange, or yellow. The 2021 Urus starts at $222,004 and is available for ordering now. A Lamborghini SUV is already pretty noticeable on the road, but the 2021 Urus is […] More

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    Lyft Announces Commitment to a Total Electric-Vehicle Fleet by 2030

    Ride-hailing service Lyft has announced that all vehicles on its platform will be electric by 2030. The company already offers drivers access to electric-vehicle rentals via its Express Driver program. Lyft president John Zimmer said he believes that if ride-hailing companies and other transportation-based businesses move to EVs, it’ll help kick-start the transition to electrification. […] More

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    2021 Airstream Flying Cloud, International Trailers Get Great New Interiors

    New colors, upgraded materials, and redesigned features are in store for Airstream’s Flying Cloud and International models for 2021. Both trailer models offer traditional Airstream luxury amenities but now feature modernized kitchen sinks and faucets, fresh upholstery options, and new cabinets. The Flying Cloud is the brand’s most popular seller and is offered in 14 […] More

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    Feds' Effort to Get Self-Driving-Car Testers to Standardize Data Is off to Slow Start

    Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation has initiated a voluntary standardized system for autonomous-driving companies and state, local, and federal governments to share data. about self-driving technology and testing. The system is not compulsory, and so far only a fraction of the companies working on self-driving-car tech have signed up. The group Advocates for […] More