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2019 Kia Niro EV crossover utility makes North American debut at LA Auto Show

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Combined Charging System (CCS) DC fast-charge is standard equipment, supporting an approximately 100-mile recharge in 30 minutes at on the 50 kW charger at 200 amps; 80% total battery capacity is available in 75 minutes. hours for a full charge. The Level 2 (240v) at 7.2 kWh charger needs approximately 9.5

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VW Scirocco gets a completely new range of engines; up to 20 PS more power and 19% more fuel efficient

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All Scirocco models with power output of up to 162 kW / 220 PS are fitted with a Stop/Start system as standard; these versions use braking energy to charge the battery (recuperation mode) so that the engines are able to work even more efficiently via load point shifting. US buyers will, at least for now, miss out.

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Tesla brings CCS adapter to Korean market, intends North American launch soon

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The automaker will bring the CCS adapter, which allows owners to charge at non-Tesla EV charging sites, to North America “soon.” ” Tesla has, without a doubt, the most robust EV charging network in the world. ” CCS1 adapter now available in South Korea at [link]. Credit: Tesla.

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Tesla 4680 cells closer to mass production with LGES & Samsung SDI

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The South Korean battery supplier accelerated its timeline for the 4680 cells by over a year. It set up a production line at its plant in Cheonan, South Chungcheong Province. The line in South Korea is already releasing prototypes to major clients such as General Motors.

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After calling Teslas a “toy” years ago, Hyundai’s belief in hydrogen is being tested

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A Bloomberg report recently cited the experience of Song Young-jin, a 38-year-old sales manager in Euiwang city, South Korea, who purchased a Hyundai Nexo, a hydrogen-powered SUV, in March 2020. “I liked the hydrogen car itself—it’s quiet, and charging takes just 5 minutes, faster than an electric car.

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Hyundai Motor officially unveils sub-compact Inster EV

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The South Korean automaker unveiled the all-electric Hyundai Inster EV at the 2024 Busan International Mobility Show. The new A-segment subcompact EV offers fast charging and has a range of up to 355 km based on Europe’s WLTP standard. inch infotainment touchscreen with navigation, and a wireless charging dock.

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Kia EV6 car reveal

Electric Vehicles India

EV 6 front view has Kia’s ‘tiger face’ which is re-interpreted for the digital era. The highest range among these variants is 510 km for a single charge. The 800V fast charging can recharge from 10-80% in just 18 minutes and the 100 km range is possible in less than 4.5 So, let’s know about what is in the Kia EV6 car reveal.

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