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This DIY electric parade float chassis could be any vehicle you want it to be

Baua Electric

The motors, controllers, batteries, and everything else is usually built into a flat deck connected to the wheels, meaning the rest of the The post This DIY electric parade float chassis could be any vehicle you want it to be appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News.

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This DIY electric parade float chassis could be any vehicle you want it to be

Electrek

It seems like every new electric vehicle unveiling now starts with showing off a new ‘skateboard’ design , or the chassis of the vehicle that houses everything it needs to make it run. The engineer in me always thought it’d be fun to have just the bare skateboard, meaning you could go wild with your ideas of what to put on top.

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Detect Quakes With “Raspberry Shakes”

Cars That Think

I have only once felt an earthquake—in 1985, when a magnitude-4 temblor occurred just north of New York City. It wasn’t until I heard the news reports later that I realized the vibration that had awakened me at 6 a.m. Searching the interwebs, I found no shortage of leads about how to build a DIY seismometer.

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Road Test: 2024 Ford Maverick Lariat FWD Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

The electric-power steering was properly tuned to feel connected to the road, making for a fun drive that is more similar to a crossover than a truck. FordPass Connect offers convenience features such as remote lock/unlock, remote keyless entry and engine start. All of this resulted in minimal cabin noise.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Maverick XL FWD EcoBoost

Clean Fleet Report

The Maverick EcoBoost was not designed to be a heavy-duty work truck, but more for the weekend warrior/home owner doing DIY projects or used for active lifestyles for activities such as biking and kayaking. FordPass Connect offers convenience features such as keyless entry and remote locking and engine start.

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2024 Kia Sorento Review

Baua Electric

Kia Connect connected car services are offered free of charge for the first seven years of ownership. The post 2024 Kia Sorento Review appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News. The latest maps, interfaces, and software enhancements will be available instantly without the need for the customer to visit a Kia service centre.

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Tesla Autopilot Abusers need to be held accountable, but how?

Teslarati

These include a steering wheel sensor, seat sensors, and seatbelt sensors, all of which must be controlled or connected by the driver at the time of Autopilot’s use. We have seen several companies and some owners use DIY hack devices to bypass these safety thresholds. This is a preview from our weekly newsletter.

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