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EV Channels Review

This news roundup covers a range of luxury automotive updates from early March 2019. Key highlights include BMW and Mercedes-Benz collaborating on electric vehicle amenities, with the 'Charge Now' initiative for finding and paying for chargers being the most promising. Acura confirms the NSX will not be discontinued, serving as a halo product. Audi's R8 receives a power bump for 2020. Porsche announces a significant shift, aiming for 50% of its new vehicles to be electric by 2025, with the Taycan sedan and next-gen Macan EV on the horizon. Aston Martin unveils the hybrid Valkyrie hypercar, boasting 1160 horsepower. Jaguar Land Rover's struggles under Tata ownership are noted. Bentley's Continental GT Convertible and Rolls-Royce's cautious approach to electrification are also discussed. Tesla's $35,000 Model 3 is presented as a potential game-changer, though its online-only sales model and overall stability are questioned. Cadillac's new 'Rise Above' slogan is deemed insignificant. Alfa Romeo's F1-inspired Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio models are showcased, and Maserati's unique woven leather interiors for the Levante are highlighted. Finally, Volvo's Polestar 2 is introduced as a competitor to the Model 3, with impressive performance figures but a higher price point.