The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 7, 2023

The combo delivers a 35-mile all-electric driving range and a 6.2-second second 0-60 mph time and can recharge at home in about 2.5 hours using 240-volt power. The SUV goes on sale later this year, bringing a 2.5-liter liter four-cylinder engine and hybrid system shared with the NX hybrid.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Audi is presenting the battery-electric e-tron GT concept four-door coupé as a show car at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The e-tron GT is Audi’s third electric vehicle, following the Audi e-tron SUV and the Audi e-tron Sportback slated for 2019. mph) in around 3.5 mph) in just over 12 seconds. mph) to maximize the range.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 6, 2018

At the 2018 Geneva Motor Show, Porsche presented the Mission E Cross Turismo, a concept study of an electrically-powered “Cross-Utility Vehicle.” Two permanent magnet synchronous motors (PSM) with a system output of more than 600 hp (440 kW) accelerate the Mission E Cross Turismo to 100 km/h (62 mph) in less than 3.5 Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 2, 2017

For the four-cylinder engines they are based on the familiar 12-volt electrical system. The six-cylinder and eight-cylinder engines, as well as the W12 cylinder units, will receive a new 48-volt system generally serving as the main vehicle electric system. 48-volt vehicle electrical system. Earlier post.)

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Baua Electric

JULY 27, 2024

With so many different models of electric bicycles on the market, it’s the models that offer a new and refreshing design that tend to draw the most eyeballs. The Buzz Drone is the latest affordably-priced twenty-inch wheel fat tire electric bike to bring moped-style vibes to your e-bike rides.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 2, 2019

Audi will introduce a second, entry-level version of its e-tron electric SUV to select markets in early 2020. The entry-level model also features e-quattro all-wheel-drive delivered by an electric motor mounted on each axle. lb-ft) of torque, and are capable of propelling the electric SUV from 0 to 62 mph in 7.0

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Cars That Think

MARCH 30, 2023

In 2011, the company’s LS-218 SuperBike set a landspeed record for production electric motorcycles at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, with a 347.55 mile-per-hour) average run and a 351 kph (218 mph) peak. The battery pack holds more energy than the 22 kWh pack in BMW’s original i3 electric car that debuted in 2012.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2011

Azure Dynamics Corporation announced that its Norwegian Ford dealership, RøhneSelmer, has signed an order for an additional 100 Transit Connect Electric vans. We sold 50 Transit Connect Electric vans before the first unit was delivered to us and we’re confident we’ll sell many, many more the remainder of this year and beyond.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Porsche’s first all-electric sports car, the Taycan, made its world premiere at three simultaneous events in Canada, China and Germany. The most important sales markets of the new electric sports car are on these three continents. The top speed of both all-wheel-drive models is 260 km/h (162 mph).

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

President and CEO Takanobu Ito unveiled the Fit EV Concept electric vehicle and the platform for a mid-size plug-in hybrid electric vehicle at the Los Angeles Auto Show. believe fuel cell electric vehicle such as the Honda FCX Clarity is the ultimate.full function electric vehicle. Click to enlarge. Honda Motor Co.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 5, 2015

US prices for the 2016 A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid electric vehicle ( earlier post )—the first of many Audi e-tron models destined to come to the US—will begin at $37,900. Combined with a liquid-cooled, permanent magnet-driven electric motor, the A3 e-tron produces 204 hp (152 kW) and 258 lb-ft (350 N·m) of torque.

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Baua Electric

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

At what Volvo is calling 90/90 Day, the Swedish car brand will show off its latest version of the flagship XC90 SUV alongside the long-awaited arrival of the all-electric EX90. The Volvo XC90’s new look was revealed and it now shares more features with Volvo’s electric lineup. kWh battery with 14.7 kWh of usable energy.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 15, 2011

Honda will begin a European demonstration program of the battery-electric EV-neo scooter in conjunction with Barcelona City Council (Spain) beginning in July 2011. The EV-neo has a range of 34 km (21 miles) at 30 km/h (19 mph) on level ground. The EV-neo. Click to enlarge. The motor has rated output of 0.58 hours at 25°C.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 13, 2010

The front transverse internal combustion engine is coupled to a generator and recharges the 11.47 Acceleration from 0-100 km/h takes 14 seconds, top speed is 170 km/h (106 mph) and battery range in the hybrid configuration is 50 km (31 miles). Full recharging of the battery pack takes three hours using a 240-volt outlet at 13A.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

General Motors announced a demonstration project ( earlier post ) to explore market needs and customer acceptance of battery electric vehicles in Korea. The project involves a fleet of electric vehicles based on the Chevrolet Cruze. On a standard household 220-volt outlet, the Cruze EV can be fully recharged in 8 to 10 hours.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2018

The newly introduced 2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid makes significant advancements over both the standard Cayenne and the preceding Cayenne S E-Hybrid ( earlier post ) it replaces, including more power, quicker acceleration, a faster top speed, and increased electric-only range. Acceleration from zero to 60 mph happens in 4.7

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Green Authority

AUGUST 9, 2022

The Razor E100 has been the best-selling electric scooter for youngsters for over a decade, but is it still the best option out there? See also: The best electric skateboards for kids. The rear wheel hosts a minimal 100-watt, chain-driven motor that only reaches speeds of 10 mph (16 km/h), safe for any suburban neighborhood.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 13, 2009

Siemens Corporate Technology , Siemens’ research organization, supplied the drive systems for the prototypes of two electric cars shown at the Geneva Motor Show. The Electric RUF 911 of Alois Ruf ( earlier post ), a manufacturer of high-performance cars based in Pfaffenhausen, contains a preliminary version of the electric drive concept.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 7, 2012

liter inline 6-cylinder engine and 8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission with an electric motor powered by a high-voltage Li-ion battery (cells from A123 systems, earlier post ) housed under the luggage compartment between the wheel arches. The sedan’s governed top speed is 155 mph (250 km/h) when equipped with performance tires.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 24, 2018

Audi is presenting a design and technical electric concept car at Pebble Beach Automotive Week in Monterey, California— the Audi PB18 e-tron high-performance sports car. The Audi PB18 e-tron shares its electric drive with solid-state battery with the Audi Aicon concept ( earlier post ) from 2017.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 15, 2015

Cadillac has greatly enhanced the performance of its ELR extended range electric vehicle (plug-in hybrid) ( earlier post ) for the 2016 model year, and is also cutting the MSRP by $9,005, bringing the starting price down to $58,495 net after the $7,500 US federal tax credit (MSRP = $65,995). 2016 Cadillac ELR. Click to enlarge. seconds, a 1.5

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 18, 2017

CROZZ, its first electrically powered crossover utility vehicle (CUV)—a four-door coupe and sport utility vehicle (SUV) in one. This is the third version of the new battery-electric I.D. CROZZ has 225 kW (302 hp) of output, a top speed of 112 mph (180 km/h) and can cover up to 311 miles (500 km) (NEDC) on one battery charge.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 18, 2010

meter long Flextreme GT/E concept illustrates the application of GM’s extended-range electric vehicle (E-REV) technology to large or mid-size vehicles, as well as compact cars such as the upcoming Ampera, the European cousin of the Chevrolet Volt. The wheels of the Flextreme GT/E are powered at all times by electricity.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 7, 2013

Following the world debut of the first production model, the battery-electric urban-focused BMW i3 ( earlier post ), the BMW Group’s next step will be to address the sports car segment with the plug-in hybrid BMW i8. The front wheels are driven by the electric motor via an integrated two-stage automatic transmission. Click to enlarge.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 27, 2024

Few automakers are as on-point with their design game at the moment as Genesis, and the automaker’s first electric car is no exception. If it never hit the highway or went above 50 mph one might think this is a luxury vehicle that was tuned by a German automaker. miles per kwh. That’s efficient in our book. Still not bad.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 28, 2012

Electric range. liter, four-cylinder diesel engine developing 150 kW (204 hp) and 250 N·m (184 lb-ft) torque with an electric motor rated at 20 kW and 250 N·m.The hybrid drive unit is a further development of the module from the S 400 HYBRID and is based on the 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission. Rated output.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 26, 2010

Electric vehicle manufacturer THINK announced that it will work with AeroVironment, Inc. (AV), The AV level III fast-charge system employs a protocol developed by Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO). THINK and EnerDel have for several months been using TEPCO fast charging daily to quickly recharge development vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2009

GM Europe staged the world premieres of the Opel Ampera, the European cousin of the Chevrolet Volt, and the Chevrolet Spark mini-car, at the Geneva Motor Show. The Ampera is an extended range electric vehicle based on the Voltec technology used in the Chevrolet Volt. Recharging uses a standard 230V outlet. Opel Ampera.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2017

TFSI six-cylinder engine featuring a 48V mild hybrid system (mHEV) and an electric compressor, the SUV delivers a total 350 kW (476 hp) output and 700 N·m (516.3 The 48-volt electrical system assures the supply of electrical power. With the support of the electric compressor, the power of the 3.0

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

The A3 e-tron can cruise at up to 80 mph in all-electric mode; a spec we confirmed—with enjoyment—last week during a media drive in the San Francisco Bay Area. Top speed for the A3 Sportback e-tron is 130 mph. Battery pack capacity vs. electric range for selected PHEVs in the US. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 10, 2009

kWh NiMH plug-in hybrid (PHEV) conversion kit that enables all-electric mode driving at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour (until the battery pack is depleted) in a converted Prius. What we’re essentially offering is all-electric performance for about 25 miles at highway speeds. Poway, California-based Plug In Conversions Corp.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 24, 2024

The Most Versatile and Functional Electric Pickup? 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. And since you can travel 440 miles without recharging, why wouldn’t you take a Silverado EV on that family road trip?

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 17, 2011

The production version of the extended range electric vehicle Opel Ampera—the Chevy Volt’s European cousin—will make its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show. The battery is recharged in about four hours at 230V by plugging the vehicle’s on-board charge system into a standard household outlet.

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

liter V6 and two electric motors mated to an electrically variable transmission driving the front wheels. When combining gasoline and electricity that number jumps to 84 MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent). When combining gasoline and electricity that number jumps to 84 MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent).

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

Oh, and could you get used to 32 miles of all-electric driving and 30+ mph when in hybrid mode? The plug means the 2021 Pacifica has a 32-mile all-electric driving range, which for most people is far more than they will drive in their daily routine. liter V6 and two electric motors mated to an electrically variable transmission.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 12, 2015

The new Chevy Volt has a decidedly more sculpted look than its predecessor. Chevrolet unveiled the second-generation Volt extended range EV at the North American International Auto Show. The 2016 Volt goes on sale in the second half of 2015. Two-motor design enables 19 percent stronger zero-to-30 mph acceleration.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2016

Like its production-bound sibling the e-tron quattro battery-electric vehicle, the h-tron concept is based on Audi’s second-generation modular longitudinal platform (MLB evo, earlier post ). mph) in less than seven seconds; its top speed is governed at 200 km/h (124.3 Earlier post.). With 550 N·m (405.7

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