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2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class works on its quads (motors, that is)

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It has four motors, 579 hp, and an off-road heritage that goes back further than the Rivian R1S, GMC Hummer EV, and Tesla Cybertruck. With the electric version of its military-grade G-Class, Mercedes-Benz promises even more freedom from pavement than all those American-built flagwavers, and it does it all with batteries.

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EVs with sodium-ion batteries are rolling off production lines in China – Charged EVs

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Sodium-ion batteries have long been touted as a possible successor to the lithium-ion kind—they may have lower energy density, but they rely on more abundant sodium rather than lithium, perform better in cold temperatures, and above all, tend to be cheaper. The model’s sodium battery version has a smaller battery pack (21.4

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Genesis Unveiled Two Futuristic Concepts In New York

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While it sports some lines and design elements from current Genesis vehicles, the concept takes them to the future. It features upgraded cooling for the batteries and electric motors, and canards help increase downforce on the front axle. Genesis unveiled the Neolun electric SUV concept and the GV60 Magma Concept.

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Nissan introduces all-new LEAF NISMO RC electric race car; more than double power and torque of predecessor

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With dual electric motors, all-wheel drive and an aggressive, restyled body shape, the purpose-built car demonstrates how Nissan’s electric vehicle technology can deliver exciting yet quiet, zero-emission power—a key component of the company’s Nissan Intelligent Mobility vision. seconds—50% quicker than the previous model.

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New powertrains for updated BMW X5 and BMW X6; PHEV and 48V MHEV

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BMW presented the extensively updated new editions of its Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) and Sports Activity Coupé (SAC) for the luxury segment. This across-the-board application of electrification comes in the form of an electric motor integrated into the transmission. All the drive units now feature 48V mild hybrid technology.

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BMW M introduces its first high-performance car with electrified drive system: BMW XM PHEV

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The BMW XM is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system comprising a V8 gasoline engine and electric motor that delivers combined fuel consumption of 1.6 – 1.5 The eight-cylinder engine is assisted in its task by an electric motor integrated into the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission. kWh of usable energy.

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News: Corvette Adds Electric Power to Boost Performance

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Power Front & Rear Battery on your right Corvette’s electrification consists of adding a 160 horsepower (hp) electric motor (with 125 pound-feet of torque) to power the front wheels, supported by a 1.9 kilowatt-hour battery tucked between the seats. To get to 60 mph in 2.5 The E-Ray’s wide body look is from the borrowed Zo6.It

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