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BMW Uses Siri-like Tech to Promote Electric Car

DIY Electric Car

It is hoped i Genius, which was created by start-up London Brand Management, will help consumers make better buying decisions when it comes to choosing an electric car because they can ask questions at any time and at any location - rather than having to wait to call a customer service line or visit a dealership.

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Flash Drive: 2022 Ford Maverick

Clean Fleet Report

So who does Ford think will buy the all-new 2022 Maverick? This may be so, but after driving a few different configurations, they may be surprised this will not be who ends-up buying the Maverick. The power plants in the Maverick are proven through their use on other Ford vehicles, which lends confidence when buying a first year model.

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Factory Visit - Felidae e-Bikes : A true Make In India story

Plug In India

So they decided to concentrate on Make rather than buy. Nasik based Slidewell Meilleur Tech, who were earlier vendors to TI cycles’ Sinnar plant, were chosen for that. It would be appreciated by DIY folks, as it will reduce the assembly complexity. Here is where Krishna’s background helped. Krishna is a Ph.D

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Lotus and Harmon partner up to add sound to hybrids

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Motor Trend Magazine has extensive coverage of all cars online including road tests, free videos, buying guides, etc. Read reviews, get free pricing, and much more. Looking for a better auto insurance rate? InternetAutoGuide.coms free quote and agent locator can help you get lower rates online.

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Dodge Circuit EV First Drive: electric car makes grand promises on Earth Day

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Can these things add up to make a car that people want to buy? Well need to spend some more time with the car to find out how it holds up over longer drives, but the powertrain tech obviously works. It seems like it still may be cheaper to just buy a well used Lotus Elise and modify it yourself. Small size. New technology.

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VIDEO: Driving a Tesla-powered Smart

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Nokia cellphone batteries for example have been halved in size, which shows just how much better the tech is getting, without even getting into supercapacitors and alternate chemistry. Motor Trend Magazine has extensive coverage of all cars online including road tests, free videos, buying guides, etc.

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