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  • August 16, 2026
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V Engineering’s Project Continuum boosts McLaren P1 EV range – Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International

V Engineering has developed Project Continuum, a new high-voltage hybrid battery for the McLaren P1, aimed at replacing deteriorating original cells. The battery increases energy storage to 12.4kWh from 4.72kWh, cuts weight by 23kg, and improves EV range. Customer installations begin spring 2027 for owners in the UK, Europe, the Middle East and US….

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  • August 16, 2026
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This Chinese Electric SUV Just Recreated Mercedes’ Most Controversial Ad

China’s Dongfeng claims its new Voyah S electric SUV drove upside down in a tunnel in Wuhan. The stunt recreates one of the most controversial ads of the 2010s. Sixteen years ago, Mercedes-Benz claimed its SLS AMG supercar looped inside a tunnel—with Michael Schumacher at the wheel. Selling cars in China’s extremely competitive market…

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