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12/06/23 - 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 53 goes for space and stealth, Why Sixt is dropping Tesla electric cars from its rental fleet, How Your Car's 'Smell Sensor' Works

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  • 🚗 Car reveal/review: 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 53 goes for space and stealth, The New 2024 Fiat 500e Is An Adorable $34,095 EV With Acceptable Range, Chevrolet Confirms When The Next Bolt EV Will Return, Lucid Motors updates its 2024 Air EVs

  • 🏭 Industry trend: Why Sixt is dropping Tesla electric cars from its rental fleet

  • 🤖 Auto Tech: Foretellix raises $85M to build and test scenarios for self-driving systems

  • ⚡ EV: EPA data shows Rivians are more efficient than Cybertrucks

  • 😄 Fun read: How Your Car's 'Smell Sensor' Works, How Much Does a Replacement Serpentine Belt Cost?

Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 53 | Motor Authority

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE 53 impresses with a stealthy design featuring matte black paint, 20-inch black wheels, and a widened body. The midsize coupe boasts AMG Performance seats, a sloping roofline, and a tech-savvy interior with an 11.9-inch infotainment screen. Powered by a turbocharged, mild-hybrid 3.0-liter inline-6 engine, it delivers 443 hp and 413 lb-ft of torque, reaching 0-60 mph in 4.0 seconds. The car offers various drive modes, including a Race mode with the optional AMG Dynamic Plus Package. Pricing is yet to be announced, with expectations around $80,000.

Fiat 500e | The Utopian

The 2024 Fiat 500e, weighing 2,952 pounds, offers a range of 149 miles with a 42 kWh battery supporting CCS DC fast charging up to 85 kW. It features 118 hp, 162 lb.-ft. torque, 8.5 seconds 0-60 mph, and a top speed of 94 mph. Priced at $34,095, it includes LED headlights, automatic climate control, wireless phone charging, and more. Available in early 2024, the Canadian price is $39,995.

Chevrolet Bolt EV | CarBuzz

The next-gen Chevrolet Bolt EV is set to launch in 2025, replacing the current model ending in 2023. Utilizing GM's Ultium architecture with LFP batteries, it aims to lower costs and expedite production. The affordable Bolt EV, priced at $26,500, has seen increased demand. The 2025 launch aligns with GM's strategy to optimize its EV portfolio and continue expanding models.

Lucid Air | Electrek

Lucid Motors introduces 2024 Air sedans with expanded customization. The Air Pure is now RWD, priced at $77,400, and offers a Comfort & Convenience package. The Air Touring sees a $10,000 price cut but a 14-mile range reduction to 411 miles. The Grand Touring Performance version is discontinued, with updates to the standard Grand Touring while the tri-motor Air Sapphire remains unchanged.

Car rental company Sixt is phasing out Teslas due to poor resale values and high EV repair costs. Sixt plans to electrify 90% of its European fleet, recently agreeing to buy 100,000 BYD vehicles. Hertz is also slowing its EV rollout, citing lower margins and repair costs, but remains committed to buying 100,000 Teslas and 175,000 EVs from GM. Both companies aim to address damage concerns through direct engagement with manufacturers.

Foretellix, a startup focused on verifying and validating autonomous vehicle systems, has raised $85 million in a Series C round. The platform helps train AI by generating and testing scenarios to ensure reliable responses in various driving conditions. Foretellix's customer list includes major automotive players such as Volvo, Daimler, and Toyota. The funding will be used for platform development, including incorporating more generative AI, and for business expansion.

The upcoming Tesla Cybertruck, set for 2025, faces efficiency competition from the slightly smaller Rivian R1T. Recent EPA documents reveal the Cybertruck's battery pack at 122.4 kWh, while Rivian's Max pack is 149 kWh. Rivian leads in efficiency, with a Cd of 0.30 compared to Cybertruck's 0.335, providing better aerodynamics. Range correction factors play a role, with Tesla using higher values.

This article discusses the innovative "smell sensor" found in certain cars, designed to detect gases outside the cabin and maintain a fresh interior. Explored in detail, the sensor, known by various names like air quality sensor or AUC sensor, plays a crucial role in enhancing air quality awareness and addressing health concerns.

This article delves into the significance of the serpentine belt, a crucial component in modern automobiles, exploring its role in powering various engine components. The discussion includes the functions, lifespan, signs of wear, and a detailed guide on replacement. Additionally, it addresses common misconceptions, symptoms of belt failure, and provides insights into the serpentine belt replacement cost, offering readers comprehensive knowledge for automotive maintenance.

And.. that’s a wrap