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An Extreme Real World EV Driving (Charging) Test

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A comparable SUV, such as a 2023 Ford Explorer AWD with the turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and an EPA highway rating of 26 miles per gallon, would have used 69 gallons of gasoline. The fuel costs we saw posted during our trip averaged $4 per gallon for 87 octane, which would be $276 gasoline costs, so advantage electric, but not by much.

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Road Test: 2024 Genesis Electrified GV70 AWD Prestige

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It can also be a home electricity source for two days during a power outage, but additional equipment is needed for this possibly life-saving feature. If you haven’t experienced it yet, there is something very satisfying about driving an electric car.

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Road Test: 2023 Genesis GV60 EV

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Driving mostly in the Eco or Comfort modes confirmed what we know about Genesis, that they are conservative when it comes to the all-electric driving range. The smile inducing torque at any speed is what makes driving an electric car so special, and thankfully the GV60 Performance AWD did not disappoint. Spacious Interior.

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Road Trip: 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium Extended Range

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There were few times, as we drove through California, Nevada, Arizona and Utah, where the brake pedal was applied. Mach-E: In and Out Ford designed the Mach-E interior to be a familiar place for car buyers, not a futuristic cockpit, but one that is modern and uncluttered.

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MIT Battery Breakthrough Could Revolutionize Electric Cars : Gas 2.0

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

The breakthrough could revolutionize electric car battery technology and pave the way for ultra-fast charging electric vehicles in as little as two years. The tango (commuter cars) says they only need 50 million to become profitable. Like this post? Subscribe to our RSS feed and stay up to date. I agree with sebastian.

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What Affects Electric Car Range and How To Maximize It

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Understanding Electric Car Range EV range, put simply, is the distance a car can travel on a single charge. EV efficiency is reported in miles per gallon of gasoline equivalent (MPGe). The most common difference that drivers will experience is access to charging or fuel. but also “How can I go farther?”

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Car Companies Standardize Plug for Electric Vehicles : Gas 2.0

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Car Companies Standardize Plug for Electric Vehicles Written by Jerry James Stone Published on April 19th, 2009 34 Comments Posted in Electric Cars (EVs) , Plug-in hybrid EVs Just a few hours after General Motors called for a standardized EV plug , one has been created! More on Electric Cars: It’s On!