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Fiat plans to become a fully electric brand

After the all-electric Fiat 500e, Fiat has confirmed its plans that its sporty version, called the Abarth, will soon hit the market. This suggests that Fiat has decided to fully electrify its vehicles.

Confirmation of Fiat’s transition to fully electric cars was given by Fiat CEO Olivier François saying: “It is our duty to bring to market electric cars that cost no more than those with an internal combustion engine, as soon as we can, in line with the falling costs of batteries. “

The announcement comes after talks between François and architect Stefano Boeri about change in urban landscapes and CO2 reduction. “We are exploring the territory of sustainable mobility for all: this is our greatest project. Between 2025 and 2030, our product line-up will gradually become electric-only. This will be a radical change for Fiat.”

Fiat plans to turn the roof track at the Lingotto factory into green hanging gardens.

“Meanwhile, in the near future, only a few months from now, I am proud that we will see the conversion of the legendary track on the roof of the former Lingotto factory in Turin into the largest hanging gardens in Europe, hosting over 28,000 plants , “said François.

Source: Stellantis

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Audi RSQ8 with 780 hp

After the Audi RS6 at the beginning of the year, another SUV model came out of the Mansory workshop. It is a luxury SUV based on the Audi RSQ8 model.

As with its predecessors, carbon fiber was used in the construction of the Audi RSQ8 body, which is characteristic of the Mansory. In contrast to the black bonnet, made of carbon, there are two red strips that extend the entire length of the car, which attracts the eyes of the viewer.

The interior of the elegant design, made in a combination of black leather with red seams, is a continuation of the external contrast. The seats are upholstered in quality black leather and the steering wheel is in a carbon-leather finish.

Under the hood is a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine that, thanks to Mansory engineers, produces 780 hp and 737 lb-ft (1000 Nm) of torque, which is an increase in power by 189 hp and 147 lb-ft of torque, compared to the standard model. Thanks to the modified ECU unit, the RSQ8 reaches 62 mph (100 km / h) in 3.3 seconds with a top speed of 199 mph (320 km / h).

For better handling and stability, the car is equipped with forged 24-inch MANSORY YN.5 rims with 295 / 30R24 front and 355 / 25R24 rear tires.

Source: Mansory

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Upgraded Mercedes-AMG GLS 63

Brabus, specializing in Mercedes cars, has decided to upgrade the largest Mercedes SUV. It is a Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 model that was presented for 2021.

Unique in style and great spaciousness, thanks to the Brabus, the new sports SUV brings a whole new experience.

The car is equipped with a new adaptive air suspension, a new exhaust system with four stainless steel pipes, a front spoiler and rear diffuser for better control, larger air intakes on the front bumper, a front grille with the Brabus emblem.

Inside, there are 7 seats upholstered in black leather, aluminum pedals and carbon accessories on the dashboard and door panels.

Its 603 hp at 6500 rpm and 627 lb-ft of torque were clearly not enough for Brabus. Therefore, they decided that this SUV should make a step forward by improving its performance. Now the 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine, thanks to special turbochargers, produces 800 hp and 737 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission.

The car is mounted on forged 24-inch wheels, which allow it to reach 62 mph in 3.8 seconds with an electronically limited top speed of 174 mph (280 km / h).

Source: Brabus