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Used Car of the Day: 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt

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It has a salvage title, so that raises a red flag, but the seller claims to have all the necessary CarFax info and that there was no airbag deployment. There are 81,000 miles on the car and it's daily driven.

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Ride1Up CF Racer1 review: Testing the lowest cost quality carbon fiber gravel/road e-bike

Baua Electric

In the world of electric bikes, the words “carbon fiber” usually means big bucks. That means carbon fiber electric bikes have always commanded premium prices – at least, until now. See the CF Racer1 in action in my video review below, then keep reading for even more info!

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News: 2024 Ariel Hipercar EV

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Ariel has announced the all-new Hipercar EV, or High Performance Carbon Reduction, that is scheduled to be available in 2024. More info is at [link]. Here is what we know so far. The old gas version was a gas. 1,180 horsepower 1,327 pound-feet of torque 0-60 under 2.09 seconds; 100 mph in 4.4 Pricing and Availability.

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BMW unveils the production i3 in New York, London and Beijing; efficiency, dynamics and a supporting ecosystem of services

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With its new architecture, use of carbon fiber reinforced plastic, and premium mobility service offerings, the “ i3 marks the beginning of a new mobility age ,” said Dr. Reithofer. The SGL carbon fiber plant at Moses Lake, Washington, uses 100% hydropower.

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More details on BMW’s i3; electric and connected

Green Car Congress

Like the car’s novel architecture—based around the LifeDrive structure and its carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) passenger cell ( earlier post )—the electric motor, power electronics and high-voltage lithium-ion battery were developed and manufactured independently by the BMW Group under its BMW eDrive program.

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BYD’s luxury brand unveils its first sedan, the sleek U7, with over 1,000 horsepower

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It also featured large air intakes and carbon fiber side skirts. Yangwang didn’t release any further info, but said prices will be around $140,000 (1 million RMB). Check back for more on the U7 as more info is expected soon. The brand calls it a “million-level new energy flagship sedan.”

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BMW unveils i8 Roadster, 2019 i8 Coupe; optimized eDrive tech increases power and range

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The aluminum Drive module combines the powertrain, high-voltage battery, suspension, crash system and structural functions, while the Life module takes the form of a passenger cell made out of carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP). BMW Connected and ConnectedDrive.

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