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Mercedes-Benz introduces 2014 B-Class Electric Drive; on sale first in US in 2014

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Acceleration from 0-60 mph is under 10 s, and the top speed is 100 mph (160 km/h). The powertrain was developed in collaboration with Tesla Motors, said Dr. Joachim Schmidt, Executive Vice President Sales and Marketing Mercedes-Benz Cars, during the launch presentation.

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Kia confirms development of battery-electric Soul for US; on sale in 2014

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p> Kia Motors has confirmed the development of a battery-electric version of the Kia Soul for the US market, scheduled to go on sale in 2014. Recharging times are up to five hours for a fully depleted battery using a standard 240v outlet, or 25 minutes on fast charge with 100 kW output.

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Mercedes-Benz S 500 Plug-In Hybrid goes on sale; 84 mpg US

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The high-voltage lithium-ion battery of the S 500 Plug-In can be externally recharged via the charging socket in the right side of the rear bumper. The S 500 Plug-In combines an 85 kW, 340 N·m electric motor, externally rechargeable battery pack, and a new 245 kW, 480 N·m 3.0-liter liter biturbo V6 engine. liter biturbo V6 engine.

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Smith Electric launching new sales strategy, improved performance for commercial EVs

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Smith Electric Vehicles Europe Ltd (Smith Electric) launched a new sales strategy, enhanced pricing and improved vehicle performance at the CV Show 2011. Smith US) on 1 January, is shifting the focus of its EV manufacturing and sales to a select group of leading UK commercial fleet operators.

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New Honda Jazz to be sold across Europe with standard hybrid powertrain

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The Jazz e:HEV plays a key role in Honda’s commitment that 100% of its mainstream European sales will feature electrified powertrains by 2022. seconds and on to a maximum speed of 175 km/h (109 mph). In Hybrid Drive, excess power from the gasoline engine can also be diverted to recharge the battery via the generator motor.

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Fisker reports more than $100M in revenue Jan-Apr 2012; more than $1B in funding since 2007

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Earlier this month, Fisker signed an exclusive agreement with the Al-Futtaim Group, one of the Middle East’s most experienced automotive distributors, to build Fisker’s sales presence in fast-growing markets for performance and luxury cars. In Stealth mode, the Karma can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 7.9

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BMW i3 on sale in US 2Q 2014, base MSRP $41,350 for BEV; $45,300 with range extender

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The BMW i3 ( earlier post , earlier post ) will go on sale in the US market in the second quarter of 2014. The i3 is able to recharge in only 3 hours with the use of a 220V Level 2, 32-amp J1772 charger. The i3 accelerates from 0-30 mph in 3.5 Click to enlarge. The range-extender model will have a starting MSRP of $45,300.

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