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BMW Active Hybrid e-bike with significant power boost

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BMW has introduced the new Active Hybrid e-bike featuring a significant power boost. The advanced Brose electric motor can be activated as required to supplement the rider’s pedal power, with output of 250 W and 90 N·m (66 lb-ft) of torque.

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Ford C-MAX Hybrid EPA-rated at 47 mpg city, 47 mpg highway; plug-in Energi version offers 85 mph top electric speed

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C-MAX Hybrid, however, returns the same fuel economy whether driving cross-country or across the city—resulting mostly from a growing list of Ford innovations that have helped the vehicle to deliver metrics such as a top speed of up to 62 mph (100 km/h) in EV mode. In EV: Now mode, the vehicle operates in EV mode using plug-in power.

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Ford Issues Recall for ‘Forced Neutral Condition’

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As the vehicle coasts to a stop, the thing will place itself in Park which is considerate since doing so at 60 mph would cause unwanted figure eights on our nations’ highways. While steering and brakes are said to be unaffected during this confab, the loss of motive power could certainly lead to an incident in certain conditions.

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California Department of State Hospitals orders 12 electric Ford Transit 350HD vans from Lightning Systems

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The Lightning Electric models are being provided to the hospital system by Wondries Fleet Group, a leading fleet dealer in California. Lightning’s powertrain in the Ford Transit offers peak power of 160 kW (equivalent 215 horsepower), a torque rating of 994 N·m, (733 lb-ft), and a top speed of 65 MPH.

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Four engine variants of updated Audi A5 to be equipped with 12V and 48V mild hybrid systems

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TDI V6 engine with electric powered compressor (EPC) and mild hybrid technology (MHEV). TDI engine with electric powered compressor and 48-volt main electrical system in the updated Audi S5 Sportback offers combined fuel consumption of 6.2–6.1 Electric powered compressor with 3.0 mph) in less than 5 seconds. l/100km (37.9–38.6

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Phihong introduces new Level 3 30kW wall-mount DC charger

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Designed for ultra-fast charging speeds, the DW Series chargers deliver up to 105 miles on an hour of charging, surpassing conventional 7.6kW Level 2 AC chargers, which typically offer between 25–26 mph per hour of charging. 30kW Wall-Mount DC Fast Charger shown on a stand.

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2021 Audi Q5, A7 and A8 TFSI e PHEVS now on sale in US

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The 2021 Audi Q5 TFSI e, updated with sharpened design and Audi’s latest MIB 3 infotainment technologies, is powered by a 2.0-liter Not only is its power similar to the Audi SQ5, but the PHEV model is also able to drive without direct tailpipe emissions in EV mode and can be had with $6,712 in potential federal tax incentives.

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