From its inception in 1948, Porsche has been a leader in advancing vehicle performance, improving automotive safety and developing ever more fuel efficient technologies in its high-performance models.

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Some firms are already looking at all-electric high-performance models.

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Mercedes also recently added a feature on some of its high-performance AMG models that shuts down the engine during temporary stops.

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Volkswagen AG's Audi brand says none of its high-performance RS or S models, except the R8 sports car, is now subject to a guzzler penalty.

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The State Innovation Models initiative makes awards to states that seek to design and test multi-payer payment and delivery models that seek to deliver high-quality health care and improve health system performance.

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As a rule, expensive cars are costlier to insure than cheaper ones, with high-performance sports cars carrying much higher premiums than family-minded models.

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It is committed to providing high-performance, scalable and cost-effective solutions to a variety of business models through its state-of-the-art streaming technology.

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