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Review: Test riding Honda’s Motocompacto electric scooter, aka the battery-powered suitcase

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I recently got the chance to test ride Honda’s new Motocompacto, a battery-powered suitcase with wheels that comes complete with an underwhelming 15 mph top speed and an adorable bell, which I must say has to be my favorite feature by far. Overall, the Motocompacto’s strongest aspect is its looks, followed by its portability.

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Battery powered trailer boost range, efficiency — now for $120,000 less

Baua Electric

The RA electric trailer from Range Energy promises to turn your diesel truck into a hybrid or extend the range of your electric semi – and now it qualifies for a $120,000 voucher in California. This year, Range Energy bumped its largest battery offering to 300 kWh. gross vehicle weight (well below the 80,000 lb.

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Citroën introducing its electric MPV: ë-SpaceTourer

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PEUGEOT introduced the electric version of its Traveler van—the e-Traveler—earlier this month ( earlier post ). Now Groupe PSA co-brand Citroën is unveiling its corresponding electric version of the SpaceTourer MPV: the ë-SpaceTourer. Maximum speed is 130 km/h (81 mph) in all drive modes (Eco, Normal, Power).

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BMW unveils new 7 Series; battery-electric i7

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BMW unveiled the seventh generation of its 7 Series, including the first all-electric i7 XDrive60. The 2023 BMW 740i is powered by a thoroughly upgraded version of the iconic B58 3-liter TwinPower Turbo inline six-cylinder engine. The top speed of the new BMW i7 xDrive60 is electronically limited to 149 mph. Earlier post.)

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Think EVs can’t pull? This electric truck can haul 100 tons!

Baua Electric

Heavy equipment giant Caterpillar will work with aggregates producer CRH to put its 70- to 100-ton battery electric off-highway mining trucks to the test — marking the first time a truck like this has been evaluated by the aggregate industry. mph, then used the 10% downhill return to recoup some battery power with regenerative braking.

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Cadillac unveils electric Escalade IQ; 200 kWh, 450 miles; pricing starting around $130K

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Cadillac unveiled the all-electric 2025 Escalade IQ. This allows the battery pack to provide the vehicle’s Cadillac-estimated 450 miles of range while also protecting the battery in the event of a crash and adding overall strength and rigidity to the vehicle.

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GM heat pump recovers energy from EV battery to power heating & propulsion while helping conserve range: Ultium Energy Recovery

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EV batteries, power electronics and other propulsion components produce heat. With its active heating capabilities, Ultium vehicles can also potentially charge more efficiently by warming up the batteries before charging. Ultium energy recovery is available on all current Ultium vehicles and planned for future Ultium vehicles.

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