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Introducing Citroen’s first fully electric hatchback eC3 in India

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The interior of the Citroen eC3 differs from the petrol car with no tailpipes and new charging ports in the front fenders. Otherwise, the new EV looks like a petrol car from the inside. This was done to optimize the cost of the eC3, allowing for greater economies of scale by sharing parts and components with its ICE counterparts.

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Hybrid hype: types, tech, and the road ahead

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A hybrid vehicle is powered by at least one electric motor and a gasoline engine, and its system recovers energy through regenerative braking. Sometimes the electric motor does all of the work, other times the combustion engine does, and sometimes both work together. The engine never truly powers the wheels.

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Electric vehicles vs. petrol/diesel/hybrid

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It’s impossible not to have noticed the sea change in the motor industry over recent years. From the rise of autonomous cars to the soaring popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) , this is one of the most exciting periods in automotive history. Here we take a look at how EVs compare to petrol, diesel and hybrid cars.

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Looking to get in a hybrid for cheap? Used Toyota Prius 1.5 HSD 2004-2009 Review

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There is no need for a starter motor nor clutch in Toyota’s hybrid system. Power steering is electric and as a result we don’t need to check the power steering oil level as there isn’t any. During reversing, the Prius is powered only by the electric motor. petrol engine is not running.

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Initial Results of UK EV Driver Study Show Increased Confidence and Low Cost Recharging

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The CABLED results at this stage show that: A Mitsubishi i-MiEV can travel around 80 miles when fully charged and on average, drivers are using less than 30% of their total vehicle charge in a typical daily use. This provides sufficient charge for between 20-40 miles of travel at a cost of between 40p to £1, depending on the tariff.

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Must Read 40+ Electric Vehicle Interview Questions & Answers

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So, I think it would be a better option to be a part of an organization that focuses on electric vehicles. #2 2 What are electric vehicles and what are their classifications? Electric vehicles are powered by electricity stored in rechargeable batteries or obtained from other sources such as hydrogen fuel cells.

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What is the difference between BEVs, PHEVs and HEVs?

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WHAT IS A BEV (BATTERY ELECTRIC VEHICLE)? Fully electric vehicles run on rechargeable batteries, which power an electric motor. BEVs run entirely on a battery-powered electric drivetrain. This battery then provides power to the electric motors to run the car. . HOW DOES A FULL EV WORK?

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