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Volkswagen prices 2017 e-Golf starting at $30,495; longer range, better fuel economy, more power

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is pricing the 2017 e-Golf starting at $30,495, plus $820 destination. For 2017, Volkswagen is using an updated lithium-ion battery with an increased energy capacity of 35.8 Improved battery chemistry also helps improve the overall fuel economy of the 2017 e-Golf. The electric motor on the 2017 e-Golf has been upgraded as well.

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Pike forecasts NEV market to remain small, although with double the growth rate of light-duty vehicles to 2017

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Annual worldwide NEV sales by region, 2011–2017. The total number of neighborhood electric vehicles (NEVs)—low-speed street-legal electric vehicles—on the world’s roadways will grow from 479,000 in 2011 to 695,000 by 2017, a 45% increase, according to a new forecast by Pike Research. between 2011 and 2017.

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Mercedes-Benz receives world’s first internationally valid system approval for Level 3 conditionally automated driving

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Germany has taken a pioneering role in this with the opening of the Road Traffic Act (StVG) for Level 3 systems in 2017. —Markus Schäfer, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG, Chief Technology Officer responsible for Development and Purchasing.

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Honda launches 2017 Accord Hybrid; 2nd generation two-motor hybrid powertrain

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Honda has launched the 2017 Accord Hybrid ( earlier post ) at its dealers in the US. Featuring an advanced second-generation two-motor hybrid powertrain, the 2017 Accord Hybrid midsize sedan delivers peak total system output of 212 hp, best-in-class EPA fuel economy ratings of 49/47/48 mpg US (4.8/5.0/4.9 versus year-ago results.

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Next-gen Tesla Roadster heads to Petersen Auto Museum for two-week exhibit

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While the new Tesla Roadster prototype was initially unveiled back in 2017, the general public has actually had a pretty limited number of opportunities to view the vehicle closely. The new Tesla Roadster is expected to be one of the most capable supercars in the world when it gets released, with its 0-60 mph time of 1.9

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Electric Vehicle Spotlight: Financing a Tesla Model 3

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Since its release in 2017, the Tesla Model 3 has revolutionized the electric vehicle market. sec $7,500 Check Incentives Model 3 Long Range (AWD) $47,240 333 miles 145 mph 4.2 sec $7,500 Check Incentives Model 3 Performance (AWD) $53,240 315 miles 162 mph 3.1 The Model 3 RWD accelerates 0-60 mph in 5.8 The great news?

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Tesla quarterly revenue up 93% YOY in Q2; quarterly loss rises; >1800 reservation/day for Model 3

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Compared to the prior quarter (Q1 2017), automotive revenue was down very slightly ($2.287 billion vs. $2.290 billion) despite a decline in vehicle deliveries due to lower mix of deliveries subject to lease accounting and the sale of $100 million of ZEV credits in Q2. This vehicle will offer a range of 310 miles and a 0-60 mph time of 5.1

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