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Polaris to buy Global Electric Motorcars LLC (GEM) from Chrysler

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The GEM e2 two-passenger vehicle features six 12-volt flooded electrolyte batteries and a range of up to 35 miles on a charge. Click to enlarge. Polaris Industries Inc. will acquire low-speed electric vehicle manufacturer Global Electric Motorcars LLC (GEM), a wholly-owned Fargo, N.D.-based based subsidiary of Chrysler Group LLC.

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Honda announces second plug-in vehicle testing program; Japan joins US, China may follow

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The specifics of the testing program, testing vehicles, and solar-powered charging stations made their public debut in Japan. Solar-powered charging station for the test vehicles. The Saitama program will focus on motorcycles, automobiles and power products. Charge time. rapid charge: 30 min (80%). Honda Motor Co.,

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Bosch launches eScooter sharing service under new Coup brand

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At launch, 200 connected eScooters will be available in the Berlin neighborhoods of Mitte, Prenzlauer Berg, Friedrichshain, and Kreuzberg. They have a maximum speed of 45 km/h—everyone over 21 holding a car or motorcycle driving licence can use them. In the future, a second helmet will be provided. Coup handles recharging.

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From Recreation to Everyday Transport: The Growing Appeal of E-Bikes

Plug in America

E-bikes can reach speeds of up to 28 mph and can go 20 -100 miles on a single charge. Another two-wheeled option for a different type of travel: zero-emission motorcycles. Just like traditional four-wheeled electric vehicles, electric motorcycles are quieter, smoother and more comfortable. Another plus: no tailpipe pollution.

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DOE to Award Up to $2.4B for Advanced Batteries, Electric Drive Components, and Electric Drive Vehicle Demonstration/Deployment Projects

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Motorcycles, three-wheeled vehicles, neighborhood electric vehicles, and other non-conventional passenger vehicles are not desired and will be deemed non-responsive to the announcement. The PHEVs and EVs shall be capable of being charged using a 110 volt outlet for home charging.

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Electric bikes, e-motorcycles, & e-chainsaws. My most popular reviews of 2024

Baua Electric

These are the e-bikes, e-motorcycles, and e-products whose reviews had the highest views of the year. LiveWire S2 Del Mar Earlier this year I bought the LiveWire S2 Del Mar, and despite the delivery experience being a bit of a rollercoaster , the electric motorcycle was absolutely worth the wait. Charge it up and ride it out!

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Why this electric ‘car’ the size of two motorcycles should be on your list

Baua Electric

I’m talking about Low Speed Vehicles (LSVs) , the official term for what many people call Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs). In fact, the little EV is roughly the size of just two motorcycles parked side by side. But those suckers start at $15k, and the price jumps to $25k when you add doors and a lithium-ion battery upgrade.