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BYD ute detailed: Chinese brand calls out HiLux and Ranger as its game-changing PHEV dual-cab approaches

EV Central

Speaking to EV Central from the Tokyo Motor Show, EVDirect’s Luke Todd says the new ute’s powertrain, range and a party trick he calls “tradie mode” will elevate it to the top of the field when the plug-in hybrid dual-cab launches. litre turbo-petrol engine, pointing to smaller power outputs for the dual-cab.

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Peugeot e-Partner electric van loaded vs empty: Range test

EV Central

Peugeot’s fully electric e-Partner van has an official range of 258km. Positively, we were more efficient than WLTP testers, and from full charge, the range indicated on the e-Partner’s dashboard was around 280km when full. That is, of course, unless you sling some weight in the back.

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Opel Unveiling Vivaro e-Concept Extended Range Electric Van Research Study at the IAA Commercial Vehicles 2010 Show

Green Car Congress

At the IAA Commercial Vehicles Fair in Hannover (23-30 September 2010), Opel will unveil a research project on a Vivaro e-Concept, an electric van with up to 400 kilometers (249 miles) extended range. The e-Concept is envisioned to be capable of meeting the typical daily needs of inner city delivery transport fully electrically.

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What is the difference between BEVs, PHEVs and HEVs?

Drive Electric

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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electric smart ready for production

Green Cars News

Several cities in the US are also due to start trials of the fully electric car and the invaluable feedback will be incorporated into the development of future production models. All this is made possible by a powerful 30kW electric motor which is built for us by Zytek Automotive.

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Electric cars buyers guide

Drive Electric

If this is something that’s been on your mind, stepping into the world of electric motoring has probably crossed it too, making the switch to an electric car or van could help you improve your lifestyle in a wonderful new way. Are electric cars better for the environment? How much are electric cars? In a word, yes.

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Rolls Royce unveils the Phantom Experimental Electric; induction charging system

Green Car Congress

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is unveiling the 102EX, a one-off, fully electric-powered Phantom, today at the Geneva Motor Show. The car will tour during 2011, serving as a testbed to gather research data which will be used in informing future decisions on alternative drive-trains for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. Earlier post.)

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