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Arrival of the new Porsche Macan delayed for 2024

For 2023, Porsche announced the arrival of the new generation Macan, but according to the latest information, the arrival of the Macan SUV has been postponed to 2024. The reason is microchip delivery problems which, unfortunately, ruin the plans of most car companies.

What do we know about the all-electric Macan so far? Well, it will be powered by two electric motors that will produce a total power of more than 600 hp (441 kW) and 737 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) of torque. It will be equipped with a 100 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, and will have AWD. Thanks to the fast charger, it will take 25 minutes to charge up to 80 percent of the battery. Porsche hasn’t revealed the car’s weight or range.

When it comes to power distribution, it is known that 48 percent of the power will go to the front and 52 percent to the rear axle. Porsche will also offer a less powerful version with a single electric motor located in the rear and will have RWD.

Porsche will offer the new Macan alongside the current version powered by an internal combustion engine.

Source: Porsche

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Tesla Semi Truck deliveries begin in December

After a long wait and several delays, Tesla Semi Truck production has finally begun. The news was confirmed by Tesla CEO Elon Musk on his Twitter profile.

Tesla Semi Electric Truck

The story of the Tesla Semi Truck began five years ago, when it was announced. The start of production was planned for a period of two years, which, however, did not happen. After that, the employees were informed that the truck was already in limited production and that “it is time to invest everything in order to start mass production”. However, in mid-2020, it was said that production was being delayed until next year. Last year, the company informed shareholders that the delay was due to limited availability of battery cells and problems in the supply chain.

Musk announced on his Twitter profile that the delivery of the Tesla Semi Truck will begin in the last month of this year, and the first 100 copies will be delivered to Pepsi, which was among the first to order this vehicle. Also, other American companies such as UPS and Walmart can expect their Semi Trucks soon.

The Tesla Semi has a range of 300-500 miles and will sell for $150,000 (base model with a range of 300 miles) and $180,000 (500 miles range). Up to 60 mph comes in 20 seconds with an energy consumption of 2 kWh per mile, and reservations cost $ 20,000.

Source: Elon Musk via Twitter

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Electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class coming in 2024

The story about the electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class started three years ago. Then the Chairman of the Management Board of Mercedes-Benz, Ola Källenius said: “In the past, there were discussions whether we should eliminate the model. The way I see things now, I’d say the last Mercedes to be built will be and the G-Class.” Although many thought it wouldn’t happen before the second half of the decade, it seems we’re getting closer to the official launch of the first electric G model.

According to Autoblog, Ola Källenius stated that the electric G-Class will hit the market in the next two years. It is part of Mercedes’ long-term plan that includes the electrification of its models by the end of this decade.

A few months ago Merceds-AMG presented the new G63 4×4², which will be powered by a 4-liter V8 biturbo engine with 585 hp (430 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm) of torque. The engine is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission that transmits power to all wheels. The company claims that the new G-Class reaches 62 mph in less than 5 seconds, but consumes as much as 20 L of fuel per 100 km, which, if we take into account current prices, will empty the wallet of future owners. When it comes to the price, the car costs EUR 250,000.

Source: Autoblog