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Genesis stages global premiere of electric GV70 at Auto Guangzhou 2021

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The vehicle is expected to reach 60 mph in 4.5 The Electrified GV70 will be available only as an AWD (All-Wheel Drive) model; details on output and performance for North American models will be available closer to launch. seconds with Boost Mode. Range estimates for the North American market will be available closer to launch.

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GM reveals new Ultium batteries and flexible global platform for rapid growth of EV lineup

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The heart of GM’s strategy is a modular propulsion system and a highly flexible, third-generation global EV platform powered by proprietary Ultium batteries. GM’s technology can be scaled to meet customer demand much higher than the more than 1 million global sales the company expects mid-decade.

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Electrify America launches 8 solar-powered EV charging stations in rural Fresno County

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The eight are the first tranche of 30 Beam Global (formerly Envision Solar) EV ARC charging stations to be deployed by EA in rural areas of the state. EV ARC units are independently rated to withstand winds up to 120 mph and floods up to 9.5 feet and can operate in the event of a blackout or power outage.

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Tesla Now Offers A Less Expensive Version of the New Model Y

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second 0-60 mph time and a 327-mile range. Tesla also quotes a 125 mph top speed. Despite that, its unclear if the Y will remain a global top seller, as buyers in many markets have begun turning their backs on the brand due to CEO Elon Musks politics. The Long Range Model Y offers a 4.6-second

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Lightning Motorcycles reveals electric Bonneville Superbike with Niobium technology

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Tachyon Nb is developed using Niobium technology and combines extreme high performance and innovations to target breaking the world Land Speed Record and exceeding the 250 mph (400 km/h) mark. Lightning partnered with the Brazilian company CBMM, global leader in Niobium products and technology ( earlier post ), on materials for the superbike.

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GEM commits to invest up to $100M in Skyworks Aeronautics; commercialization of eVTOL gyroplanes

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announced a $100-million investment commitment from GEM Global Yield LLC SCS, a Luxembourg-based private alternative investment group. Skyworks Aeronautics envisions a speed of 100-150 mph; 2-4 passengers plus a pilot; and 30-100 miles of range. Skyworks Aeronautics Corp. Artist’s concept of eGyro. Source: Skyworks Aeronautics.

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BMW adds i4 eDrive35 to i4 lineup

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The motor sends 281 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque (preliminary figures) to the rear wheels, resulting in an estimated 0-60 mph time of 5.8 The BMW Group is aiming for BEVs to account for fully 50% of global sales by 2030. kWh gross and 66 kWh net. The first units are expected to arrive in the US in the first quarter of 2023.

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