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Porsche and Frauscher developing electric sports boat; PPE drive technology

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Porsche and the Frauscher Shipyard in Austria are developing an electric yacht—the Frauscher x Porsche 850 Fantom Air—that is intended to set standards on the water with its typical Porsche E-Performance. Frauscher also currently offers a range of electric boats in addition to its conventionally powered offerings.

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Renault boosts range of ZOE EV to 400 km with new 41 kWh pack option

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At the Paris Motor Show, Renault introduced its enhanced-range ZOE electric vehicle. 40 battery, ZOE now has a range of up to 400 km (249 miles) NEDC—twice the distance of the original launch version of the ZOE. At the same, ZOE owners can benefit from a range of new connected services and equipment upgrades.

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Bosch to begin developing electrolyzer components; €500M investment by end of decade

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As in the fuel cell, the key component of an electrolyzer is a stack, which comprises several hundred individual cells connected in series. To maximize the efficiency of hydrogen production and extend the service life of the stack, the smart modules are to be connected to the Bosch cloud. Bosch is to develop the stack.

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SAIC introduces large electric panel van in Europe: Maxus EV80

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With a range of 200 km (124 miles) and charging time of just two hours, the Maxus EV80 is expected to be suited to businesses with typical usage cycles that incorporate predominantly urban routes. It is available initially to fleets in France, Germany, Austria and Benelux, with other markets to follow soon.

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Volkswagen starts pre-booking for ID.3 EV in Europe; ID.3 1ST special edition

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With the three series battery options, ranges between 330 and up to 550 kilometers in accordance with WLTP will be possible. The pre-booking special edition has a range of 420 km (261 miles) (WLTP). 3 will be Norway, Germany, the Netherlands, France, the UK and Austria. Volkswagen is equipping the ID.3 Volkswagen is offering ID.3

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SEAT takes first step towards micro-mobility strategy with electric eXS KickScooter powered by Segway

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The eXS is also equipped with front and rear LED lights, customizable ambient light, an LCD screen, cruise control and an anti-theft deterrent, and an additional battery can be connected to increase its range, which reaches a maximum of 45km, depending on conditions.

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Fisker adds to line up with 3 new EVS

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In a TESLA like presentation Fisker showcased the next 3 cars in the growing Fisker range Henrik Fisker believes the electric vehicle is the most fundamental shift in personal transport since the transition from the horse to the gasoline engine. Fisker predicts a driving range of 230 to 340 miles and says pricing will start at $45,400.

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