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    VW Microbus EV Conversion Merges Powertrain Tech, Old-School Cool

    Volkswagen and eClassics have partnered to bring the e-BULLI EV Microbus conversion to life. The conversion uses VW electric components. The starting cost of $70,100 requires you already have a Microbus. The electric version of the classic VW Microbus has been on the horizon, but not one quite like this. Last summer at its Innovation […] More

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    2021 Audi A3 Sedan Slated for U.S. Debut Later This Year

    Illustration by Darin JohnsonCar and Driver The Audi A3 has been comprehensively redesigned, and a sedan model will likely arrive in the U.S. later this year. A 48-volt hybrid system should be standard, with a plug-in-hybrid model to follow. The high-performance S3 and RS3 derivatives will continue on. After the global launch of the fourth-generation […] More

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    Every Automaker That Offers Incentives, Loan Support in Pandemic

    Automakers are offering new incentives and support for current borrowers and lessees during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. For current owners, rescheduling payments is an option on a case-by-case basis. With these offers in hand, now might be a good time to buy a new car. As this year’s automotive sales outlooks turn further south and, […] More

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    Tesla Bows to Coronavirus Emergency, Will Close Fremont Factory

    Tesla’s Fremont, California, plant is located in Alameda County, which has issued a quarantine order for all but “essential business.” The company had noted that information from different levels of government had been conflicting and was reluctant to close, agreeing late Wednesday, March 18, to cut worker count from 10,000 to 2500. Late Thursday, March […] More

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    Porsche Macan EV Production to Start in 2022, Electric Boxster, Cayman Could Follow

    James LipmanCar and Driver Porsche told German publication Automobilwoche that production of the electric Macan will start in 2022. Additionally, EV versions of the Boxster and Cayman were hinted, although a final decision has not been made. The new electric entry-level Porsche sports cars will be built on an entirely new electric architecture. Michael Simari […] More

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    Automakers Look to Supply Medical Equipment for Coronavirus Pandemic

    picture allianceGetty Images GM and Ford have already talked to the U.S. government about how they can help. Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, has tweeted that his companies would help build ventilators if there are shortages. It’s unlikely any automakers would be building entire ventilators on their own but instead would be helping established medical […] More