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Bright Automotive To Convert VW Transporters to Plug-ins

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Start-up Bright Automotive, which in May unveiled its IDEA concept series plug-in hybrid light commercial van ( earlier post ), will convert VW Transporter vans with the series hybrid Bright powertrain as a bridge between the concept and the production version of the IDEA. The IDEA concept. A VW Transporter van.

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Southern California Edison Introduces Online Plug-in Car Rate Assistant to Estimate Cost of Fueling Electric Vehicles

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Southern California Edison has launched an online Plug-in Car Rate Assistant to help customers estimate the cost of fueling an electric vehicle and the impact on their electricity bill. The online car rate assistant will provide an idea of the bill impacts and the benefits of charging electric vehicles during off-peak hours, 9 p.m.

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Test Reports : Ather 450X Gen 3 vs Ola Electric S1 Pro | Electric Scooter Comparison

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Video: Ather 450X Gen3 vs OLA S1 pro : Comparison Test Report | हिन्दी with subtitles Atul's Notes We had done our first Ather test ride about 3 years ago. By Atul & Kamlesh We have had the OLA S1 Pro and the Ather 450X for more than a week. We did extensive riding and testing on both the models.

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Renault presents the 235 mpg EOLAB prototype; plug-in “Z.E. Hybrid”; targeting production

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Hybrid” plug-in hybrid system—the last offering all-electric trips of up to 60 km (37 miles) at speeds of up to 120 km/h (75 mph). The Renault gasoline-electric plug-in hybrid system supports 60 km of electric range plus extended range due to the gasoline-fueled internal combustion engine. Background. Hybrid system.

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Tesla Model 3 unplugged by “concerned resident” over fears of battery “blow up”

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One of the most persistent false claims about electric cars is the idea that they are more dangerous than internal combustion vehicles due to their batteries. One of the most persistent false claims about electric cars is the idea that they are more dangerous than internal combustion vehicles due to their batteries.

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Chengdu Auto Display: JAC QX PHEV begins receiving aimless orders

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As introduced previous, JAC Motor opened aimless orders for the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) model of its QX SUV. The programs permit for 1,250 km CLTC dimension with 110 km to be had within the electrical method, which is 10% upper in comparison to alternative compact SUVs out there. The orders are to be had for 9.9-999 999 yuan (USD 1.4-140)

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First drive: Volvo XC90 T8 Drive-E Twin Engine PHEV sets a high bar for full-size luxury SUV plug-ins in US

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With the 2016 XC90 ( earlier post ) heading to dealerships across the US, Volvo Cars gave media an opportunity to experience the next generation of its full-size luxury SUV—in both its conventional T6 and plug-in hybrid T8 Drive-E Twin Engine forms—in and around Los Angeles. Luxury plug-in hybrid SUVs coming to US market.

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