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Battery-powered Mercedes-Benz eActros approved as truck-trailer combo with total weight of 40 tons

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With an internal length of 7280 mm it boasts a permissible gross weight of 18 tons. The batteries of the eActros comprise either three (eActros 300) or four battery packs (eActros 400), each of which offers an installed capacity of 112 kWh and a usable capacity of around 97 kWh.

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Plug Power, Charlatte America deliver fuel cell cargo tuggers for FedEx at Albany International Airport

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Plug Power Inc. and Charlatte America, a member of the Fayat Group, the leading manufacturer of battery powered electric airport ground support equipment (GSE) throughout Europe and the United States, have delivered fuel cell-powered electric cargo tuggers for use by FedEx at the Albany International Airport.

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Mitsubishi Fuso to begin series production of fuel-cell trucks by late 2020s; concept eCanter F-CELL

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As part of the Daimler Electric Mobility Group, an internal research and development organization established in 2018, MFTBC also contributes to and benefits from shared resources for vehicle electrification within the larger Daimler Truck network. As part of Daimler AG, MFTBC is committed to the Paris Climate Agreement.

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Mercedes-Benz Introduces the Battery-Powered A-Class E-CELL; Production Run of 500

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The EV offers the same luggage compartment volume as in the internal combustion engine A-Class (435 to 1370 liters), a 350-kilogram payload measured as per the relevant EC directive and high variability of the interior and luggage compartment. The interface in the A-Class E-CELL provides a range of billing, control and monitoring functions.

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Audi Unveils Battery-Powered EV Fast-Charging Hub Pilot Project

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It is widely accepted that the days of the internal combustion engine are well and truly numbered. Audi is wise to this fact and is now trying to position itself as one of the leaders in the charge to a completely electric vehicle world. Recognizing that as the number of electric vehicles on the roads […].

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Hyundai reveals 2024 Kona Electric and ICE siblings in New York

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Hyundai revealed the all-new 2024 Kona Electric, Limited, and N Line models in its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show. The second-generation Kona customers can choose from electric and internal combustion powertrains, including a sporty N Line version. Earlier post.) Kona Electric, equipped with the 64.8

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Xtrac showcasing P1316 e-axle, developed for FIA World Rallycross

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Transmission technology specialist Xtrac is showcasing its new P1316 e-axle developed for the first electric-powered cars to compete in the 2021 to 2024 FIA World Rallycross Championship at Autosport International in the UK. 1 and is suitable for use with motors with a power rating of 250kW and an input speed up to 15,000 rpm.