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Brussels rejects the “dramatization” of the increase in the number of cases and predicts a strong summer “in Portugal.

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Brussels rejects the "dramatization" of the increase in the number of cases and predicts a strong summer "in Portugal.

The European Commission says it is “aware” of the increase in COVID-19 cases in Portugal closer to the tourist season, but rejects the “dramatization” and even predicts a “strong summer” for national tourism, albeit below pre-pandemic levels.

“I have visited Portugal several times in the last 30 days and we know of an increase in the number of infections over the past few weeks, but we also know that this has not yet led to serious consequences in terms of the number of deaths, which is very small and not strong. different from other European countries, ”said Paolo Gentiloni in an interview with Lusa and other European media in Brussels, Brussels.

On the day the European Commission released interim summer economic forecasts, which, in the case of Portugal, support spring forecasts of 3.9% growth this year and 5.1% in 2022, an Italian official rejected that this summer was wasted by the country. due to the current epidemiological situation, namely due to the spread of the Delta variant, but called for caution.

“I think we should all be aware of the seriousness of this Delta option, but at the same time avoid taking uncoordinated and unreasonable restrictive measures,” he said.

And, according to Paolo Gentiloni, the “exaggerated reaction” to the number of infections in Portugal should be avoided, with the European Commissioner urging “not to exaggerate or dramatize” such values.

Speaking about this summer in Portugal, Paolo Gentiloni said he hoped it would be a “strong tourist season” but did not foresee a “full successful season”.

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“This will not be exactly the season we had before the pandemic, because we also need time for people to be able to make sure they can travel without difficulty, and we need this green certificate to be stable,” he said. referring to proof of recovery, testing or vaccination, which took effect last Thursday to facilitate community space travel.

The European Commissioner also noted that “a full recovery has not yet occurred” in the tourism sector, namely in the field of air traffic, so he stressed that “travel from outside the EU will recover even longer.”

“Of course, we know that we have countries where foreign tourism as well as tourism outside the EU is very important,” said Portugal.

After Germany imposed and lifted the travel ban in Portugal, Paolo Gentiloni told Lusa and other media outlets that he “hopes that all European countries are as coordinated as possible in taking restrictive measures” in the face of the pandemic.

This Wednesday, the European Commission confirmed its forecasts for the pace of recovery for the Portuguese economy, estimating, like in the spring, growth of 3.9% this year and 5.1% next year, despite the worsening epidemiological situation in the country.

Also in its summer economic forecasts, the European Commission says it is “cautiously optimistic” about the recovery of the tourism sector in the European Union this year, as, despite a slight improvement, the level of activity should be similar to the level of 2020.

In a report released on Tuesday, Dr. Ricardo Jorge of the National Institutes of Health indicated that the delta variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, associated with India and believed to be more transmissible, is responsible for nearly 90% of cases. infection in Portugal, with a strong increase in the North, Madeira and the Azores.

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Everything has been delivered. 10 Bugatti Centodieci are already in the hands of the owners

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Everything has been delivered.  10 Bugatti Centodieci are already in the hands of the owners

OAll Bugatti Centodieci have been delivered, the Molsheim-based brand said on Monday. Cristiano Ronaldo received the number 07 in October this year. and Bugatti has now revealed that the latest unit – #10 – is already in the possession of its owner.

“The Centodieci combines all the values ​​of the Bugatti brand in an extraordinary package: rarity, innovation, heritage, craftsmanship and unrivaled performance. The production batch of 10 units was so in demand by our customers that it was sold before the Centodieci. was even officially presented,” said Christophe Piochon, president of Bugatti.

This latest example is finished in Quartz White with carbon fiber trim on the bottom and matte grilles. The brake calipers are painted in Light Blue Sport, as is the logo on the rear that refers to the EB110, the iconic Bugatti model that inspired this Centodieci. Inside, the predominant color is also blue, as you can see in the images above.

This block is powered by the same block as the other nine instances. The 8.0-liter W16 with four turbines is capable of developing 1600 hp. In terms of performance, this allows the Centodieci to hit 100 km/h in just 2.4 seconds and reach a top speed of 380 km/h.

Recall that each unit costs the owners eight million euros before taxes.

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The first Dacia hybrid. “The cheapest hybrid family on the market”

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The first Dacia hybrid.  "The cheapest hybrid family on the market"

BUT Dacia revealed this Monday that the hybrid engine has been available since March on the Jogger, the Romanian brand’s model known to be available with a seven-seat variant.

The Jogger Hybrid 140, Dacia’s first hybrid, will hit dealerships in March, but customers can expect and order it as early as January.

The price has been revealed by Dacia and since it’s only available in the seven-seater SL Extreme, it starts at €28,800. The brand claims it is “the most affordable hybrid family car on the market.”

Available in six existing colors to celebrate the launch of this hybrid, there will be a slate gray version, as you can see in the images above.

Equipped with a 1.6 liter four-cylinder petrol engine with 90 hp, the Jogger is also powered by two electric motors (a 50 hp engine and a high-voltage starter-generator). The total power is 140 horsepower. The electric transmission is automatic, four-speed, connected to an internal combustion engine, and two speeds are connected to an electric motor. This combined technology was possible, according to Dacia, only due to the lack of clutch.

Combined with the energy recovery levels of the 1.2kWh (230V) battery pack and the efficiency of the automatic transmission, regenerative braking delivers all-electric traction on 80% of urban journeys and saves up to 40% of fuel compared to a combustion engine vehicle.

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See how Tesla tests its electric Semi truck in the worst-case scenarios

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Tesla Semi camião elétrico testes

Tesla has finally been able to bring its long-awaited Semi to market. This electric truck promises to revolutionize transportation and bring all the unique characteristics of this type of electric vehicle to this class of vehicles.

Now that the first units have been delivered, there is hope that they will finally be mass-produced and reach more transport companies. With so many promises to be kept, a new video is now emerging showing Tesla testing its Semi truck under worst-case scenarios.


Tesla Semi is already on the market

Like all Tesla electric vehicles, Semi follows the same line of creating a unique design associated with a platform with the most modern technology available. The proof is in what was presented to the public and surprised most people.

To prove the quality of this new proposal, Tesla published in your LinkedIn account new video. In it, he reveals some of the testing he's done to determine the strength and quality of the Semi's design and its (potential) durability.

Tests to prove its durability

It has been revealed that the Tesla electric truck is subjected to numerous tests and its application in the worst scenarios that drivers may face. It doesn't stop at the ruggedness of the Semi's designs, but goes further and focuses on the motors and batteries themselves.

This is the proof that many have been waiting for to ensure that this new proposal is not limited to a lot of autonomy. Its resistance is great and will provide greater durability, further enhancing the Semi's value and performance.

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high quality electric truck

Tesla has already showcased the Semi's quality with a video showing its truck driving roughly 500 miles on just one charge. The big news here is that he managed to make this long journey with a maximum load of about 37 tons.

Now Tesla remains to widely place the Semi on the market. At the moment, only a few companies have access to this new product, with a very long list of pending deliveries, who want to start mass-using this electric truck offering.

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