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Ford F-150 Lightning delivers more horsepower, more payload capacity, more range; cloud-connected Intelligent Range and Trailer Profile

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F-150 Lightning, the only full-size electric pickup available now with a starting price less than $40,000, will begin to ship to customers in the coming days, starting with the Pro Series. The extended-range battery pack produces 580 horsepower—up from the targeted 563 horsepower. Intelligent Range and Trailer Profile.

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Audi boosts range and efficiency in e-tron; extra 25 km in WLTP

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Audi is introducing a standard technical update for its first all-electric product, the e-tron. The new models are available now to customers in Europe. The new models are available now to customers in Europe. mi) on a full battery charge (WLTP cycle)—an additional 25 kilometers (15.5

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Cree introduces SiC 650V MOSFETs targeting EVs, data centers and solar

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Design engineers can now meet and exceed the industry’s most ambitious efficiency standards, including 80 Plus Titanium requirements for server power. Wolfspeed’s 650V silicon carbide MOSFETs are available now in surface mount and through-hole packages. Enabling up to 70% higher power density compared to silicon.

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NIO launches ES6 electric SUV starting at $52K and 317-mile range

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The electric SUV starts at a pre-subsidy price of 358,000 RMB (US$52,000), and is available now for public pre-order via the NIO app, with delivery to start in June 2019. The Standard Edition features dual PM motors.). Depending on user needs, NIO will also set up more battery swap stations for expressways.

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Renesas unveils automotive gateway based on new R-Car S4 SoCs and PMICs for next-gen vehicle computers; support for ISO/SAE 21434

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The RAA271041 and RAA271005 PMICs provide a complete power solution from vehicle battery down to system voltage. The device’s boost stage supports the buck stage when the battery voltage drops during cranking transients as low as 2.5V. Samples of the R-Car S4 SoCs and evaluation boards are available now.

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A123 Systems introduces Li-ion 6T battery designed specifically for military applications; engine start and silent watch

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The military is interested in replacing lead-acid batteries with higher performing Li-ion systems. A123 Systems has introduced the Military 6T Battery, a robust Li-ion battery system engineered specifically to meet the demanding requirements of military vehicles. The 6T is a standard form factor (10.5 Click to enlarge.

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New SAE book on 48V technologies for mild hybridization

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SAE International announced a new book, 48-Volt Developments , available now on the SAE International website. Challenges to 48 V system implementation remain, leading to discussions by experts from leading car makers and suppliers on the need for an international 48 V standard.

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