Flagship vehicles

Acura Marks 15th Anniversary of Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™

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Wednesday, January 30, 2019
Cars, Car classifications, Motor vehicles, Sports sedans, Acura, SH-AWD, Flagship vehicles, Sedans, Acura RLX, Acura MDX

TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Acura is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its industry-leading Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) technology with a new video that illustrates SH-AWD's performance prowess and unique history.

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  • TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Acura is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its industry-leading Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) technology with a new video that illustrates SH-AWD's performance prowess and unique history.
  • Additionally, Acura will surpass the one-million mark in global sales of SH-AWD-equipped vehicles later this year.
  • In 2004, the first generation of Acura SH-AWD debuted on the 2005 RL sedan as the world's first torque-vectoring all-wheel drive system.
  • Acura SH-AWD was expanded into the electrified realm with the launch of Sport Hybrid SH-AWD in the 2014 RLX Sport Hybrid.

Porsche Cars North America Announces Three Years of Electrify America Charging for Taycan Owners

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Monday, January 28, 2019
Cars, Car classifications, Car body styles, Coupés, Sports cars, Flagship vehicles, Roadsters, Porsche, Volkswagen Group, Electrify America, Porsche India

ATLANTA, Jan. 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA) today announced an agreement with Electrify America, LLC to provide the first all-electric Porsche, the Taycan, with three years of charging at Electrify America public stations across the country.

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  • ATLANTA, Jan. 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA) today announced an agreement with Electrify America, LLC to provide the first all-electric Porsche, the Taycan, with three years of charging at Electrify America public stations across the country.
  • Electrify America highway and metro stations, and many Porsche dealers, will offer DC fast charging at rates up to 350 kilowatts.
  • "Together, Electrify America and our Porsche dealer network will provide a national infrastructure for DC fast charging that frees future Taycan owners from range anxiety.
  • About Porsche Cars North America, Inc. | One Porsche Drive, Atlanta, GA 30354 USA
    Established in 1984, Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA) is the exclusive U.S. importer of the Porsche 911, 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman; Macan and Cayenne; and Panamera.

Alcantara Featured on Auto Show Debuts in Detroit

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Monday, January 21, 2019
Cars, Full-size vehicles, Sedans, Convertibles, Flagship vehicles, Ford Panther platform, Lincoln Continental, Lincoln Motor Company, Alcantara

The ENTRANZE also uses Alcantara for its forest-green carpeting and for instrument-panel accents.

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  • The ENTRANZE also uses Alcantara for its forest-green carpeting and for instrument-panel accents.
  • Meant for motoring enthusiasts, the Track Edition comes standard with signature red-leather seating with matching Alcantara seat inserts.
  • At the North American International Auto Show, Lincoln displayed its Lincoln Continental 80th Anniversary Coach Door Edition with iconic center-opening doors.
  • The all-new 2020 Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring model also shown in Detroit used Alcantara for its neutral gray headliner.

Lexani Motorcars: Hyper-Luxury World's First 2019 30" Extended Escalade Mobile Office

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Monday, January 21, 2019
Cars, Automotive industry, Transport, Flagship vehicles, Sport utility vehicles, Cadillac Escalade, Cadillac, Ext

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Lexani Motorcars, the world leader in bespoke luxury stretch and armored conversions, has produced the 30" Extended Cadillac Escalade Viceroy Editionthe world's first 2019 stretched Cadillac Escalade mobile office with Lexani's ultra-lux VIP cabin upgrades, and breathtaking star-liner ceiling.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Lexani Motorcars, the world leader in bespoke luxury stretch and armored conversions, has produced the 30" Extended Cadillac Escalade Viceroy Editionthe world's first 2019 stretched Cadillac Escalade mobile office with Lexani's ultra-lux VIP cabin upgrades, and breathtaking star-liner ceiling.
  • The unmatched comfort and attention to detail ensure even the most seasoned executive traveler's lip will quiver.
  • The brand's Instagram page (@LEXANIMOTORCARS) boasts hundreds of thousands of fans including: Hollywood elite, business magnates, Grammy winning musical artists, and world class athletes.
  • For the security-conscious Lexani Motorcars offers up to B7 level armoring which maintains the original appearance and design with superior optics.

Porsche celebrates three Canadian premieres at the 2019 Montreal International Auto Show

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Thursday, January 17, 2019
Cars, Sports cars, Convertibles, Coupés, Flagship vehicles, Porsche, Volkswagen Group, Porsche in motorsport, Porsche Carrera GT

The innovative Porsche Surface Coated Brake (PSCB), standard on the Cayenne Turbo, consists of a cast-iron disc with a tungsten-carbide coating.

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  • The innovative Porsche Surface Coated Brake (PSCB), standard on the Cayenne Turbo, consists of a cast-iron disc with a tungsten-carbide coating.
  • The iconic Porsche 911, now entering its eighth generation, continues to set the standard when it comes to exclusive sportiness.
  • Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd., a dedicated subsidiary of Porsche AG, imports and distributes Porsche vehicles in Canada.
  • In 2018, Porsche sold an unprecedented 8,904 units in Canada, up 7.9% over the prior year.

Global Automotive Four-wheel Drive Vehicle Market Outlook to 2022 - Increased Penetration Rate of Four-Wheel Drive Systems in Sedans is a Key Driver

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Friday, December 7, 2018
Cars, Sedans, Car classifications, Flagship vehicles

The global automotive four-wheel drive system market is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 12% during the forecast period.

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  • The global automotive four-wheel drive system market is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 12% during the forecast period.
  • The global automotive four-wheel drive system market is witnessing developments in terms of advanced functionalities, material use, and applications.
  • According to the report, one driver in the market is increased penetration rate of four-wheel drive system in sedans.
  • Factors such as the increased penetration rate of four-wheel drive system in sedans, will provide considerable growth opportunities to automotive four-wheel drive system companies.

Global Automotive Four-wheel Drive Vehicle Market 2018-2022

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Wednesday, November 28, 2018
Cars, Transport, Drivetrain, Four-wheel drive, Flagship vehicles, Sedans, Sports sedans, Torque vectoring, Car layout

Thus, improved driving dynamics, stability, and handling in different terrains will drive the automotive four-wheel drive vehicle market growth.

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  • Thus, improved driving dynamics, stability, and handling in different terrains will drive the automotive four-wheel drive vehicle market growth.
  • The global automotive four-wheel drive system market has to contend with a stiff challenge when it comes to the cost factor.
  • For the detailed list of factors that will drive and challenge the growth of the automotive four-wheel drive system market during the 2018-2022, view our report.
  • Factors such as the increased penetration rate of four-wheel drive system in sedans, will provide considerable growth opportunities to automotive four-wheel drive system companies.

Porsche Cars North America Donates to American Red Cross for California Fires

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Wednesday, November 28, 2018
Cars, Coupés, Sports cars, Flagship vehicles, Porsche, Volkswagen Group, Roadsters, Porsche India

ATLANTA, Nov. 28, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA) today announced plans to support American Red Cross disaster relief in the wake of California wildfires that have drastically impacted the lives of thousands across the state.

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  • ATLANTA, Nov. 28, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA) today announced plans to support American Red Cross disaster relief in the wake of California wildfires that have drastically impacted the lives of thousands across the state.
  • PCNA will donate $250,000 to the American Red Cross for California wildfire disaster relief efforts.
  • About Porsche Cars North America, Inc. | One Porsche Drive, Atlanta, GA 30354 USA
    Established in 1984, Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA) is the exclusive U.S. importer of Porsche 911, 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman sports cars; Macan and Cayenne SUVs; and Panamera sports sedans.
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2019 Porsche Macan Makes North American Debut

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Friday, November 16, 2018
Cars, Coupés, Sports cars, Flagship vehicles, Porsche Macan, Roadsters, Porsche, Macan, Porsche India, Porsche VIN numbers

Starting with the 2019 model year, the Macan benefits from a larger, 10.9-inch full HD touch screen with the latest version of Porsche Communication Management (PCM).

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  • Starting with the 2019 model year, the Macan benefits from a larger, 10.9-inch full HD touch screen with the latest version of Porsche Communication Management (PCM).
  • The Porsche Connect app and Porsche Car Connect app enable the driver to communicate with the Macan via their smartphone.
  • New for the 2019 Porsche Macan, the Offroad Precision app can be used to improve and even record off-road experiences in the Macan.
  • About Porsche Cars North America, Inc. | One Porsche Drive, Atlanta, GA 30354 USA
    Established in 1984, Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA) is the exclusive U.S. importer of the Porsche 911, 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman; Macan and Cayenne; and Panamera.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Dashboard Light Color Selection System (SDB-1219)

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Wednesday, November 14, 2018
Cars, Coupés, Station wagons, Sedans, Dashboard, Muscle cars, Flagship vehicles

His idea allows owners to change the appearance of the heretofore standard instrument panel according to their own individual taste.

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  • His idea allows owners to change the appearance of the heretofore standard instrument panel according to their own individual taste.
  • He developed VEHICLE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER COLOR ADJUSTMENT to allow for color customization of automotive instrument panel lights to suit the driver's personal color preference.
  • As such, it enhances the appearance of the car's interior, contributing to its overall appeal.
  • "I have several vehicles and noticed that the colors of the instrument panel lights differ from vehicle to vehicle," he said.