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History of the GEM Car and a Look at Its Future

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The first GEM vehicle had its speed capped at 25 mph to meet the LSV regulations. The original GEM had lead acid batteries boasting only 48 volts. Following this change, you could drive GEM machines on streets with a speed limit of 35 mph or lower. However, its slowness filled a particular need.

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Updated Gen7 BMW 5 Series sedan introduces new 48V MHEV system, more powerful PHEV

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The MY2021 models feature improvements in exterior and interior design, aerodynamics and technology, plus the introduction of a new 48-volt mild hybrid system and a new plug-in hybrid drivetrain. 48-Volt mild hybrid technology for six-cylinder engine models. The 2021 BMW 5 Series lineup includes the: 248 hp 530i and 530i xDrive Sedans.

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Micromobility: Zapp Scooters Bring Style, Range and Fun to Urban Riding

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Zapp’s press packet claims its bikes are competing in a $109 billion worldwide market, which is going electric much faster than the auto market. Zapp claims that the 20-horsepower (18 kilowatt/kW) motor pulls the bike from 0-31 mph in a brisk 2.35 Zapp is planning a fleet of service vans to take care of maintenance and problems.

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Road Test: 2024 Kia EV6 GT

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seconds, the 1/4 mile at 118 mph and, if daring enough, spin the dual electric motors to their maximum of 161 miles per hour. Kia says the EV6 GT is “optimized for performance” compared to the base EV6 AWD, which Clean Fleet Report tested and found to be fun, too. Wondering how this compares to other ‘fast’ cars? Check this out !

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Road Test: 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T Plus Plug-In Hybrid

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seconds MPG: 29 combined and 77 combined MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent, a measurement of how far a car can travel, electrically, on the same amount of energy as is contained in 1 gallon of gasoline) Efficient around town Clean Fleet Report drove the Hornet R/T Plus PHEV 157 miles through Southern California, averaging 31.8

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Flash Drive: 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST

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The Silverado gets electric motivation Clean Fleet Report had the opportunity recently to drive the Silverado EV RST at an automotive media event in Detroit, Michigan. When Clean Fleet Report reviewed the Hummer EV we found it to be a marvel of technology in many ways, while being a bit over-the-top in some.

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THINK and AeroVironment to Pursue Projects to Promote Fast-charging Infrastructure; THINK Picks Enerdel as Sole Battery Provider for US

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THINK CEO Richard Canny made the announcement during a 15-minute press conference at the Washington Auto Show—the same amount of time required to charge a THINK City from completely depleted to 80% charged using an advanced fast-charge system. It can also be charged using 110-volt current on a regular household outlet.