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Tesla Model S matches gas cars by going 320 miles at average speeds of 75 mph

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During the run, the test driver drove the Model S Long Range Plus through a 100-mile stretch of interstate, involving an out-and-back loop at 75 mph in cruise control. We had to lengthen the course instead, notching 320 miles at 75 mph, the best result of any EV yet,” wrote Car and Driver. The Model S Long Range Plus has a 103.9

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Genesis stages global premiere of electric GV70 at Auto Guangzhou 2021

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Genesis introduced the Electrified GV70 SUV by hosting a world premiere event at the Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition (Auto Guangzhou 2021) in China last week. The vehicle is expected to reach 60 mph in 4.5 seconds with Boost Mode. Range estimates for the North American market will be available closer to launch.

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

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The Zeekr brand is owned jointly by Geely Automobile Holding Ltd. Based on Geely Holding’s global electric architecture SEA, the 001 has a top speed of more than 200 km/h (124 mph) with a 0-100 km/h time of 3.8 All batteries have been through extensive testing to ensure safety in event of crash.

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Tesla Model S and Model X Plaid deliveries in China to start in 1H23

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The company added that the Model S and Model X Plaid are “born to be extraordinary,” and they are “redefining the benchmark of automobiles.” The Model S Plaid is equipped with three electric motors that produce over 1,000 hp, and which are capable of pushing the electric sedan from 0-60 mph in 1.9

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Watch out Tesla, smartphone builder Xiaomi’s SU7 EV offers 434 mile range for under $30k

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By 2021, Xiaomi Automobile was incorporated in China , and in two short years, the company was boasting faster-than-expected progress. Source: Xiaomi Auto / Weibo Xiaomi’s first-ever SU7 EV looks like affordable home run Xiaomi held a live launch event for the SU7 EV in China today, posted in its entirety to its Weibo page.

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Protean Electric showcasing in-wheel drive system in BRABUS Hybrid at SAE World Congress

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The event will mark the BRABUS Hybrid’s premier North American appearance. BRABUS, the independent automobile tuner, chose Protean’s electric in-wheel motors to power its “Technology Project Hybrid” based on the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. seconds and 60-120 km/h (37-75 mph) of 5.6

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GLM launches EV brand and shows two models in Hong Kong

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an electric vehicle engineering solution provider and a pioneer in electric vehicle manufacturing in Japan, launched its brand and showcased two of its models—the GLM-G4 and GLM-ZZ—at an event in Hong Kong. seconds and to cruise at 250 km/h (155 mph) with a driving range of more than 399 km (248 miles) NEDC.