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GM Extends EV Development with S. Korean Demo Fleet of Battery-Electric Chevrolet Cruzes; LG Chem Batteries, LG Electronics Propulsion Systems

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Part of the demonstration fleet’s task is to test a “quick charge” application that could reduce the charge time significantly. The project is aimed at benefiting GM’s core vehicle electrification competencies, which include batteries, electric motors, power controls and charging. Tags: Electric (Battery) Other Asia.

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Shanghai General Motors introduces Sail SPRINGO EV at Auto Guangzhou 2012; green technology strategy to 2020

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The vehicle was developed by Shanghai GM and the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC), making it the first production electric vehicle created by a Chinese joint venture. The top speed is 130 km/h (81 mph). US$0.74) per 100 km to drive when charged during lower-cost off-peak hours (between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.).

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Audi A1 e-tron: Extended Range Electric Vehicle for City Driving

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Audi’s A1 e-tron, introduced at the Geneva Motor Show ( earlier post ), is a range-extended electric city concept vehicle featuring a 75 kW (102 hp) peak power electric traction motor and a single-rotor single-rotor Wankel engine coupled with an electrical generator with a charge rating of up to 15 kW. Performance.

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Shanghai GM Sail electric concept vehicle debuts at 2010 Guangzhou Auto Show

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Also highlighted among the 23 production and concept vehicles at the show is the Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle. It has a maximum speed of 130 km/h (81 mph) and can go up to 150 kilometers (93 miles) on a single electric charge. It uses regenerative braking to produce additional energy.

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Detroit Electric and Proton Announce Strategic Partnership to Produce EVs

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The vehicles will be priced between US$23,000 and US$26,000 for a city range option and between US$28,000 and US$33,000 for an extended range option. A 40 kWh pack supports a single-charge range of 325 km (202 miles) for the extended range option. The 40 kWh pack recharges in 12.5

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