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Maserati launches new tri-motor GranCabrio Folgore convertible that goes 0-100 km/h in 2.8 sec

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We were on location for the debut of the new Maserati convertible, which features three all-electric motors and impressive performance specs. At the time, Maserati shared that the GranCabrio Folgore would launch in 2023—however, the new convertible faced delays alongside the Grecale Folgore and plans for an ultra-luxe Quattroporte Folgore.

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2017 Range Rover picks up suite of ADAS and semi-autonomous driving technologies

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For 2017, Range Rover receives a suite of advanced ADAS and semi-autonomous driving technologies. Additionally, Land Rover will introduce the new Range Rover SVAutobiography Dynamic model for the 2017 lineup. seconds with a top speed of a 140 mph (225 km/h). The system remains active until the vehicle reaches 30 km/h (18.6

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Report: Toyota to invest ~$165M to triple Japan production capacity for Mirai fuel cell vehicle

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The current sales plan is 400 Mirais in Japan by the end of 2015; 3,000 or more in the US by the end of 2017; and 50-100 units per year in Europe around 2016. seconds and delivers a passing time of 3 seconds from 25–40 mph. The system accelerates Mirai from 0–60 in 9.0

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Deutsche Post and Ford to manufacture Transit-based electric delivery van

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Top speed is 80 km/h (50 mph). The start of production is scheduled for July 2017. More prospective buyers from the outside are signalling their interest or have already received StreetScooters in order to convert their fleet to zero-emission operation, DP said. kWh Li-ion battery pack and propelled by a 30 kW motor.

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Polestar to Utilize Former Saab Plant as European R&D Facility

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Its plan was to manufacture electric vehicles based on Saab’s 9-3 platform by 2017 and had acquired the necessary assets to accomplish this. The Polestar 6 hardtop convertible will also be built at the plant, likely starting in 2025. The company will reportedly be renting the facility from the city of Trollhattan.

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Continental supplying 48-volt belt starter generator with integrated power electronics for Audi A8

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When coasting to a halt at a red light, the engine in the new Audi A8 shuts down at 22 km/h (14 mph)—much earlier than with a conventional stop-start system. The engine also shuts down periodically during steady-state cruising at speeds between 55 and 160 km/h (34 and 99 mph), restarting instantly when the driver wants to accelerate.

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Xing Mobility selects Clean Wave AC induction motors for electric super car Miss R

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seconds and a maximum speed of more than 270 kilometers per hour (168 mph). In November 2017, Xing announced that it was working with 3M Novec Engineered Fluids to immersion-cool the EV battery pack in Miss R. ton converted multipurpose transit vehicle in Taipei. seconds, 0-200 km/h in 5.1

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