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Chevrolet introduce electrified AWD Corvette: 2024 E-Ray hybrid

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Exactly 70 years after the Corvette made its original debut at Motorama in New York City, Chevrolet returned to the city to introduce the first electrified Corvette featuring all-wheel-drive and a powerful 6.2L second 0-60 mph time before breezing through the quarter-mile in 10.5 LT2 Small Block V-8: the 2024 E-Ray. liter (235.5

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EV startup Telo unveils tiny, environment friendly pickup truck

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A pristine corporate via the identify of Telo has thrown its hat into the electrical automobile startup ring with the revealing on Tuesday of its first product, a subcompact electrical pickup truck that can retail for roughly $50,000. The lead velocity is capped at 125 mph.

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2021 BMW 330e and 330e xDrive PHEV sedans priced in US starting at $44,550 and $46,550

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The new BMW 330e and 330e xDrive Sedans utilize an intelligently controlled powertrain consisting of an electric motor, a high voltage battery pack and an internal combustion gasoline engine to enhance the performance driving experience of the 3 Series. The BMW 330e Sedan’s electrified drivetrain allows it to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 5.6

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Geely’s Zeekr EV brand raises $500M in Pre-A from 5 partners; Intel leading investor

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Geely’s Zeekr electric vehicle brand ( earlier post ) has raised $500 million in Pre-A funding from five strategic partners: Intel Capital; CATL; Bilibili; Cathay Fortune Group; and Boyu Capital. Intel is the leading investor amongst all five partners. CATL is the global leader in electric battery development and production.

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New Mercedes-AMG SL 43 features engine with electric exhaust gas turbocharger derived directly from Formula 1

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liter turbocharged M139 engine featuring an electric exhaust gas turbocharger. The turbocharger is operated via the 48-volt electrical system, which also feeds the belt-driven starter-generator (RSG). An electric motor around 1.6 Under the hood of the open-top 2+2-seater is an AMG-enhanced 2.0-liter

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Honda reveals prototype of third-generation autonomous work vehicle

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The fully programmable all-electric Honda AWV leverages the company’s emerging advanced autonomous technology to create a rugged off-road work vehicle that is designed to support construction-related activities and enhance workforce productivity.

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California Department of State Hospitals orders 12 electric Ford Transit 350HD vans from Lightning Systems

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Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emission drivetrains, announced an order from the California Department of State Hospitals for 12 zero-emission, all-electric Ford Transit 350HD models. The Lightning Electric models are being provided to the hospital system by Wondries Fleet Group, a leading fleet dealer in California.