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Audi of America and Arcadia offer renewable energy subscription with e-tron or e-tron Sportback lease or purchase

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Arcadia connects renters and homeowners across the US to wind and solar energy through utility data and billing technology. In select markets within Colorado, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island, Arcadia’s platform connects qualifying customers to community solar projects in their area.

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Fisker introduces Alaska pickup truck, Ocean with Force E off-road package; 11 Ocean deliveries in Q2

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Fisker Ronin is an all-electric four-door convertible GT sports car—a true five-seat GT with a carbon fiber hard-top convertible, four butterfly doors, a high-tech luxury interior, and futuristic exterior design. A triple-motor all-wheel drive powertrain is projected to deliver 1,000-plus horsepower and 0-60 mph in approximately 2.0

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BMW iX, i4 Gran Coupé EVs to make North American debuts in LA on 1 June

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The fully electric BMW iX Sports Activity Vehicle serves as the company’s technology flagship, bringing together the latest developments in the fields of electrification, connectivity, design, and services. It will accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in less than 5.0 Full details on the BMW i4 will be released on 1 June.

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Plug-in hybrid model now tops the Porsche Cayenne range

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seconds and reach a top speed of 295 km/h (183 mph). In E-Power driving mode, the electric motor can, on its own, propel the vehicle up to a maximum speed of 135 km/h (84 mph). kW onboard AC charger when using a 400-volt connection with a 16-amp fuse. Full connectivity and auxiliary air conditioning as standard.

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Reducing Carbon Emissions Quickly Is the Goal – Not Quarter-Mile Times (Commentary)

EV Adoption

Last week Tesla revealed that its new Model S Plaid EV could reach a speed of near 200 MPH and reach 0 to 60 MPH in 1.99 While this performance feat is certainly impressive, it detracts from the primary goal of electric vehicles which is to help reduce carbon emissions from the transportation sector as quickly as possible.

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Bird unveils new consumer e-Bike for purchase: Bird Bike

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Gates Carbon Belt Drive simplifies maintenance and extends vehicle longevity. Pedal assist speed of 20 mph for efficient trips. Bluetooth connectivity with the Bird app helps Bird Bike owners easily turn on and off vehicle lights, view battery range and miles ridden. Bafang rear hub motor. Radius CX7 mechanical disc braking.

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Mercedes Cranks the Wick on AMG SL to 1,047 Lb-ft

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Note well: there remains a mechanical connection of the AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive system, meaning the electro guts can shuffle power to the front wheels under certain conditions. How about 0 - 60 mph in just 2.8 inch carbon ceramic discs.& inch carbon ceramic discs.& Tech is wonderful.&

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