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February 2023

Orders now open for new 2023 Jeep Renegade Upland Special Edition

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(February 16, 2023) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. —  The 2023 Jeep Renegade — known for its best-in-class off-road capability — is getting a bold appearance and fun-to-drive personality with the Upland trim for the 2023 model year. The special edition pairs rugged off-road looks and legendary Jeep 4x4 performance with a well-appointed interior and upgraded content. Also, back by popular demand is the vibrant Solar Yellow exterior paint color, which is available on all Renegade trims, including the Upland edition.
 

Electrify America announces construction start to Solar Glow 1

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(February 16, 2023)  Electrify America has announced the official groundbreaking of Solar Glow 1, a new solar photovoltaic renewable energy generation project in San Bernardino County, Calif., announced last year.  Solar Glow 1 is the result of a 15-year virtual power purchase agreement with developer Terra-Gen.

Pricing for new Mercedes S-Class plug-in hybrid to start at $123,700

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(February 15, 2023) Starting from $123,700 including destination charge and offering an estimated electric range of an estimated 40 miles, the Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC is now available to order and will arrive in U.S. dealerships in the first half of 2023. The S 580e 4MATIC represents the fourth generation of the sophisticated hybrid drive system, now celebrating its premiere in the S-Class.

Optima Batteries completes first off-road all-electric vehicle rally

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(February 15, 2023) MILWAUKEE — Optima Batteries has reported the success of its first-ever electrified off-road vehicle event. Optima Unplugged was held in Johnson Valley during the King of the Hammers race week and was free to attend for electric vehicles capable of off-road travel, thanks to partners DCE, Volta Power Systems and Autel Energy.

First-Ever Bronco Raptor Off-Roadeo School to teach low speed off-roading

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(February 14, 2023) LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Building on the successful Bronco Off-Roadeo, Bronco Raptor owners will now be able to participate in authentic and immersive high-performance experience. Beginning this summer, new Bronco Raptor SUV owners will be able to put the Bronco Raptor through an Ultra4 Racing-inspired, desert-dune conquering and Baja rock-crawling adventure outside of Las Vegas.

Subaru recalling 1,182 model year 2023 Subaru Solterra SUVs

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(February 14, 2023) Subaru of America has announced a safety recall on select 2023 Subaru Solterra electric vehicles. The issue affects 1,182 model year 2023 Subaru Solterras. These vehicles were the subject of an earlier recall requiring the replacement of original hub bolts. Subaru identified an issue with vehicles repaired at two port locations by one particular team of contractors. The teams did not properly complete the repair procedure resulting in the potential for significantly under-torqued bolts.

All-electric Ram 1500 REV customer reservations now open

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(February 13, 2023) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — The all-new Ram 1500 REV — the first battery-electric light-duty pickup truck from the Ram Truck brand – mades its world debut Sunday in a 60-second Super Bowl commercial, and today Ram announced that customer reservations for the Ram 1500 REV are now open at RamREV.com.
 

Dodge Last Call will host reveal of final Dodge 'Last Call' special-edition model

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(February 13, 2023) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Event tickets, as well as drag racing and car show registration, are now available for the Dodge Last Call Powered by Roadkill Nights Vegas event, giving gearheads the chance to reserve a front-row seat to witness Dodge pull back the curtain on the worldwide reveal of the brand’s final 2023 "Last Call" special-edition model. The Dodge Last Call Powered by Roadkill Nights Vegas high-adrenaline performance festival will fire up on March 20 at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.