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Honda begins deliveries of 2013 Fit EV; first unit to City of Torrance

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Over the past year, Honda and the city of Torrance have worked together to gather input from Torrance residents about potential recharging station locations and jointly participated in numerous public awareness events with a Fit EV test vehicle. City of Torrance gets its Fit EV. Click to enlarge.

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The Volvo Recharge

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Volvo Cars is introducing the Volvo ReCharge Concept , a plug-in hybrid with individual electric wheel motors and batteries that can be recharged via a regular electrical outlet for maximum environmental benefit. Volvo ReCharge Concept makes its debut in a specially designed Volvo C30 at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

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Volvo XC40 Recharge EV to start at $53,990 in US before qualifying tax incentives

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The Volvo XC40 Recharge, the company’s first fully electric vehicle, will carry an MSRP of $53,990 when it arrives in US showrooms later this year. The purchase of an XC40 Recharge may qualify for a federal tax credit of up to $7,500. When they become available, over-the-air updates will keep the XC40 Recharge evolving over time.

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Electric Car Charging: An Easy Step-by-Step Guide To Ditching Gasoline Forever

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Level 1: 110-Volt AC Wall Plug. From a standard electric plug, batteries recharge at a speed of 2 to 5 miles per hour of charging. Depending on battery size, it could take 8-12 hours to recharge an electric car from empty to full. Level 2: 240-Volt AC Charger. Google Maps. Types of Chargers. Where To Charge.

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Hyundai introduces US market version of Kona Electric at New York show; 250-mile range

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The battery system is liquid-cooled and operates at 356 volts. kW rate of charge for rapid recharging characteristics. To charge a device, simply place a compatible smartphone on the wireless-charging interface located in the center console storage, recharging without the need for cables. Estimated range is 250 miles (402 km).

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Honda unveils Fit EV concept and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle platform at Los Angeles Auto Show

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Battery recharging can be accomplished in less than 12 hours when using a conventional 120-volt outlet, and less than six hours when using a 240-volt outlet. Fully recharging the battery will take 2 to 2.5 hours using a 120-volt outlet and 1 to 1.5 hours using a 240-volt outlet. and Google, Inc.

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First drive: US spec Audi A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid; 83-86 MPGe with 16-17 mile EV range

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kWh battery pack ranges between 280 and 390 volts, depending upon level of charge. The 12-volt battery for the low-voltage consumers and the 40-liter (10.6 lb), the power electronics in the engine compartment, which include a DC/DC converter for connecting to the 12-volt electrical system, are compact and lightweight.

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