Cars That Think

MARCH 11, 2023

Then, as electricity entrepreneurs expanded power generation and transmission capacity, they faced the new problem of what to do with all the cheap off-peak, nighttime electricity they could now produce. General Motors’ Impact debuted at the 1990 Los Angeles Auto Show. Electric Car tzero 0-60 3.6

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

And that means it’s not cheap. Inside, there’s tri-zone climate, leather-trimmed seats, a digital rear-view mirror, wireless phone charging and four USB ports (two up front, two at the rear). CarPlay and Android Auto are along for the ride here, too. You’re greeted by a ton of tech in the cabin, too, with a 12.3-inch

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EV Central

OCTOBER 27, 2023

It has now re-established it as an electrified sub-brand of GMC. But it’s the EV we’re most interested because it will likely use the 800V electrical architecture from the Kia EV6 and EV9. A sizeable 142kWh battery pack was claimed to cover about 320km between charges.

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EV Central

MAY 23, 2024

That includes a WLTP range up to 600km, V2L charging, a near-30-inch widescreen display, AI assistant, OTA updates, streaming services, advanced driver aids and the ability to personalise the dash and infotainment through the Kia Connect Store. 2024 Kia EV3 GT-Line – like a fun-sized EV9. How are the EV3’s design and goodies?

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 23, 2009

While OEMs and utilities continue to define and refine hardware standards and communication protocols for smart charging, a tremendous amount of work needs to be done in preparing both the grid and the process to accommodate the expected influx of plug-ins, and to make the process as easy as possible for consumers. —Peter Darbee.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

“A coalition of auto makers, battery manufacturers, utility operators and shipping companies wants the U.S. A coalition of auto makers, battery manufacturers, utility operators and shipping companies wants the U.S. Despite a high upfront cost, operating an electric vehicle is cheap, costing 2.5 By Judith Burns.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 25, 2024

Other examples are automatic reclosers (the electrical distribution term for a circuit breaker) attempting to re-energize a line that might have been only temporarily overloaded and tap changers on substation transformers that compensate for changes in loading downstream.

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Charged EVs

JUNE 2, 2023

Iconic design, two-tone paint, three rows, AWD; whatever you call it, the Buzz won’t be cheap. VW quotes a maximum charging rate of 170 kilowatts, and DC fast charging from 10 to 80 percent of battery capacity in about 20 minutes (under ideal circumstances). The third row can be removed entirely. 4s sold in Canada.

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EV Central

JULY 7, 2022

But even as a hybrid the Niro doesn’t come particularly cheap. There’s a healthy smattering of equipment in the S, including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto , smart key entry, powered driver’s seat, auto headlights and wipers, dual-zone ventilation and a fully digital instrument cluster. Kia Niro EV GT-Line interior.

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EV Central

MAY 11, 2023

Its short overhangs, “one-bow line” profile and stretched wheelbase take some getting used to, while a strange shut line from the A-pillar – part of a sealed bonnet – and external flap to re-fill the windscreen washer reservoir don’t help. Its EQ owners simply weren’t using it very much, apparently.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

inch digital screens Wired Apple CarPlay/Android Auto Wireless phone charging Bluelink connected services Over-The-Air (OTA) software updates Positively, and unlike the Ioniq 5 Epiq, no digital side mirrors for this hottest of Ioniqs. Quoted charge speed is 350kW, but our previous tests suggest under 250kW is more realistic.

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EV Central

JANUARY 3, 2023

And in case you’re wondering what BYD stands for, it’s Build Your Dreams, something spelled out on the back of the Atto 3. No new electric vehicle sold in Australia is cheap, but the BYD Atto 3 is definitely among the most affordable. BYD Atto 3 with vehicle-to-load V2L charging port.

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

At $59,990 in a single well-equipped trim level — the e-2008 GT — it’s cheap compared to fellow Euro models like the BMW iX1 xDrive30 ($87k) or the Mercedes-Benz EQA ($78k). Outside, that means 18-inch alloy wheels, LED lighting, keyless entry and start, auto headlights and a sunroof. What is charging like for the Peugeot e-2008?

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EV Central

JULY 10, 2022

None of this quartet is cheap, but all are towards the value end of the EV market. The $6000 Plus pack brings a panoramic sunroof, full power operation of the front seats, heated rear seats and wireless phone charging. Dual digital displays also dominate the dash, while there’s smart key entry, navigation and wireless phone charging.

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EV Central

AUGUST 19, 2023

As a motoring writer, this is the question we’re most asked after what’s the best you’ve driven. Beyond that, it was the Seres 3’s poor drive experience, unresolved technology features, its failure to accept DC charge without explanation and bunny hop-inducing regeneration that has landed it top on my Wall of Shame.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Intelligent Charging Infrastructure for New Electr. Review of Forestry Carbon Standards 2008 Ford Partners to Commercialize Electric Vehicles A New "Green" Deal.Direction for the economic re. Recent announcements demonstrate that electric utilities and some auto makers want to make V2G a reality. Here we go again.or

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

He envisioned “hundreds of thousands” of charging spots, as well as a number of stations where drained batteries could be exchanged for fresh ones. Home Page Todays Paper Video Most Popular Times Topics Search All NYTimes.com Energy & Environment World U.S. “You guys own the cars.&#

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Capable of 250kW charging in ideal conditions, Volvo says the battery can charge from 10 to 80 per cent capacity in under 30 minutes. They’re not going to be cheap. Will the EX90 sticker price be a charge too far? This move is four years earlier than the brand’s 2030 global target.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Finally, in a first-of-its-kind partnership in the United States, Mitsubishi announced a strategic alliance with Oregon to develop an electric car charging infrastructure in the state. The big problems now is how to create a battery that can charge rapidly and infrastructure to charge them. If you charge with solar, is way less.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

This range-topping Kia EV9 GT-Line’s RRP is $121,000, then adds quite ridiculous $18,000 (in Queensland) on-road charges, pushing the bill to $139,000 drive-away. A mid-spec EV9 Earth is around $120,000 in the traffic, while the entry-level Air is a comparatively cheap $107,000. For you NSW lot, it’s $140,200.

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