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Classic vs. Modern: Exploring Different Car Styles & their Appeal

Clean Fleet Report

When it comes to cars, it’s not just about getting from point A to point B. Some folks swear by the sleek lines and cutting-edge tech of modern rides, while others are all about the nostalgia and charm of classic cars. Living History on Wheels Owning a classic car isn’t just a hobby – it’s a passion.

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What is a solid-state battery?

EV Central

This tech will lead to better EV batteries, for reasons we’ll get to in a moment. EV FAQ: All your electric car questions answered READ MORE: Will my battery go flat if I leave my EV parked for too long? Decades ago, checking the electrolyte level in 12-volt lead-acid car batteries was a regular task.

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Ford officially launches Tesla Supercharger access, free adapter now available to order

Baua Electric

Here are some of the tech specs of the adapter: Rated Voltage: 1000VDC Rated Current: 300A @ 35C and 500A Boost Current for 10 minutes Safety features: Interlock to prevent the NACS connector from being unplugged and built-in temperature sensors. and Canada.” Notably, the Tesla app is not required at all in the process. And that’s it!

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Electric Vehicles 101: V2G Charging & The Grid

CleanTechnica EVs

Do more EVs mean more pain, or more HELP for the aging US energy grid?

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Tigor EV Highway Drive: Bengaluru - Coimbatore - Ooty - Mysuru

Plug In India

By Atul Gopal The PluginIndia team went on an electric car drive using the Tata Tigor EV. This will show how Electric cars can be practical and more enjoyable on a highway ride! No pantry car though. If not, then at least try to get the Nano back - that is a car which is screaming out to be electrified. 5,000 upwards.

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Electric-Car Fans Rally Around the Volt - Green Inc. Blog - NYTimes.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Supporters of the car say that’s shortsighted. Electric car supporters are rising to defend General Motors’ development of the Chevy Volt after the Obama Administration’s automotive task force proclaimed that the car was probably too expensive to be commercially successful in the near future. and Chrysler. .’s

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Opinions and Rants

Porsche 914 EV Conversion

I don't think I could stop this heavy car quickly enough in an emergency situation. The rear shock absorbers also don't have any adjustment to them, so the back end of the car sticks way up in the air. The Azure Dynamics AC24 motor fits nicely into the chassis, but is way underpowered for the weight of the car.

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