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Chevrolet Performance previews eCrate package in converted 1977 K5 Blazer EV

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At SEMA360, Chevrolet will showcase a 1977 K5 Blazer converted to all-electric propulsion. To convert the 1977 K5 Blazer, the team first removed from the Blazer the original 175-horsepower, 400 cubic-inch (6.55-liter) DC-to-AC power inverter to drive the electric motor. DC-to-DC power converter to power low-voltage systems.

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Bosch offering sub-$10K 24 kW DC fast charger for North America; SAE J1772 DC Combo connector

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Bosch Automotive Service Solutions has introduced the Power DCPlus DC fast charger in North America, starting at less than $10,000. Using the SAE J1772 DC Combo connector, the 24 kW Bosch Power DCPlus will charge compatible EVs to 80% in less than 30 minutes.

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VW Commercial Vehicles unveils e-BULLI; electric T1

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To convert an historic Bulli over to a drive system producing zero emissions, VWCV engineers and designers formed a team along with drive system experts from Volkswagen Group Components and the eClassics company, which specialises in electric car conversions. The company is also offering qualified dealers a ready-to-fit parts kit.

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Electric vehicles motors

Electric Vehicles India

It is the propulsion system, converts the electric power and converts into physical energy for movement. In simple words, it converts electrical energy into mechanical energy. The direct current (DC) motor and the alternating current (AC) motor. . The direct current (DC) motor and the alternating current (AC) motor. .

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Toyota recalling about 701,000 Gen 3 Prius vehicles in US over software issue in inverter assembly

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The inverter converts high-voltage direct current (DC) stored in the high-voltage (HV) battery into high-voltage alternating current (AC) for the motor/generator. It also converts AC into DC during regenerative braking for storage in the HV battery.

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Okinawa Autotech Announces Extended Warranty Partnership with Assurant Inc.

Electric Vehicles India

The upgraded program covers key powertrain components such as traction motors, controllers, DC-DC converters, and chargers. Our extended warranty program is managed by over 540 authorized dealers under expert supervision. An extended warranty makes the claim process faster, easier, and hassle-free.

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Unifor ratifies Ford offer, which incorporates salary building up, brandnew product and extra

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Pension enhancements On pensions, some other of Unifor’s core priorities on this spherical of bargaining, participants lately on outlined contribution (DC) pension plans will probably be converted to admirable outlined advantages (DB) plans inauguration Jan. Within the tide DC plans, Ford contributes 4 p.c

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