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Riversimple introduces Rasa prototype two-seater fuel cell vehicle; 300 miles on 1.5kg H2; production version in 2018

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unveiled the Rasa, a road-legal engineering prototype of its first two-seater hydrogen fuel cell road car, built for full European type approval. million) grant from the Welsh government in 2015, the Rasa was designed for lightness, strength, affordability and safety. Riversimple Movement Ltd. Earlier post.)

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On National Golf Cart Day (seriously), here’s 10 ways they beat cars

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Several manufacturers have also created street-legal versions of their golf carts, usually signified with “LSV” in the name ( for the Low-Speed Vehicle designation ), which can be legally driven on most public roads posted with speed limits of 35 mph (56 m/h) or lower. Theft premiums are also usually lower.

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Navigant Research forecasts new EV global sales of > 346,000 units in 2014; 10 predictions for the year

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Navigant suggests that, since the automakers have already designed the vehicles that they will be selling in 2018, they will become more vocal in 2014 to push for changes; the firm expects the dispute to escalate, perhaps resulting in legal action. Tesla is also readying the Model X, a more affordable crossover for launch by the end of 2014.

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Why this electric ‘car’ the size of two motorcycles should be on your list

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And at just US $11,900, the Eli Zero is finally an LSV that is affordable compared to most of the offerings we’ve seen in the past. As long as they meet the regulations and can be certified as street legal, they’re allowed on nearly any road in the country that has a posted speed limit of 35 mph (56 km/h) or less.

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Audi TechDay e-mobility, Part 2: systems and components

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Asynchronous motors (ASM) have no permanent magnets and are simple in design, sturdy, low in maintenance and long-lived. The demand-based control of this scroll compressor affords a highly efficient mode of operation. They are only conditionally suitable for transmission-integrated applications.

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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That is making electric mobility affordable for more and more customers. The actual bursting pressure is much higher still and far exceeds the legal requirements. The absence of oil also means the electromechanical active roll stabilization is maintenance-free and environmentally friendly. Audi TT clubsport turbo.

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Gas War: U.S. House Suggests Ending California Emissions Authority, White House Says Nope

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The truth is that electric vehicles aren't a reliable option for everyone, nor are they affordable. Those who want an electric vehicle and can afford it have every right to purchase one. Furthermore, the EPA cannot legally issue a formal ban on combustion vehicles. People shouldn't be compelled to purchase them. percent of U.S.