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Alfa Romeo Tonale Hybrid With Partial Armor Joins Italy’s Police Force

The Alfa Romeo Tonale is set to become a part of Italy’s police force, the Carabinieri. Over the span of July 2021 to late 2024, the automaker will deliver 400 hybrid crossovers to the agency. These vehicles will be included in the mobile radio unit that operates throughout the country.

The Tonale hybrid is equipped with an electrified 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine, producing 163 horsepower. It is paired with Alfa Romeo’s seven-speed TCT dual-clutch automatic transmission. These crossovers will be styled with the traditional red-and-blue livery of the mobile radio unit, along with a white roof.

Aehra Sedan Concept Previews Potential Rival to Porsche Taycan in 2026

Aehra, an Italian EV startup that specializes in ultra-premium electric cars, has unveiled the exterior design of its upcoming second model, the Sedan. The concept version of the Aehra Sedan was showcased at the Milano Monza Motor Show. This sedan is built on the same electric vehicle platform as the Aehra SUV, which was introduced last year. Both models were developed in parallel, and the resemblance is apparent when comparing them side by side.

The Aehra Sedan shares the same design language and body treatment as the Aehra SUV, but it has a lower stance with distinctive front and rear ends. Notable features include a sleek side profile with a smooth uninterrupted line and hidden door handles, an aggressive front end with stylish headlights and an aerodynamic sculpted bumper that incorporates active cooling elements, and a tapered rear end with sharp LED taillights. The upward-opening double-falcon doors and the aerodynamically optimized digital side mirrors are also eye-catching highlights.

While Aehra has kept the interior of the Sedan under wraps for now, it is expected to be similar to the high-tech cabin of the SUV. The SUV’s interior boasts a wide retractable screen that spans the width of the windshield and partially retracts into the dashboard.