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Power Global, Rap Eco Motors to launch mass electric auto-rickshaw line powered by swappable battery technology

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The third-largest emitter globally, India has a strong dependence upon 2- and 4-stroke three-wheel vehicles powered by fossil fuels, which serve as essential last-mile transport yet contribute to the country’s air quality crisis.

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Volkswagen showcasing its micromobility offerings in Geneva with Streetmate and Cityskater electric scooters

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At the Geneva International Motor Show, Volkswagen is showcasing two concept electric scooters to address the need for micromobility solutions: the compact Cityskater, a production-ready surfer for the last mile of a journey, and a larger e-scooter, the Streetmate. Cityskater – Electric mobility for the last mile.

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DOE to Award Up to $2.4B for Advanced Batteries, Electric Drive Components, and Electric Drive Vehicle Demonstration/Deployment Projects

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Motorcycles, three-wheeled vehicles, neighborhood electric vehicles, and other non-conventional passenger vehicles are not desired and will be deemed non-responsive to the announcement. The PHEVs and EVs shall be capable of being charged using a 110 volt outlet for home charging.

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EU-Live project unveils electrified 3-wheeler; designed by Groupe PSA

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Its tilting mechanism offers superior handling, making the vehicle as easy to drive as a three-wheel scooter. The light vehicle has a total range of 300 kilometers (186 miles) and a top speed of 130 kilometers per hour (81 mph). The system notably makes use of hydraulic components and hydropneumatic suspension. meters x 0.85

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10 New EVs Racing into the Market in 2024

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Whether you’re in the market for high-performance vehicles, budget-friendly options for newcomers to the EV scene, or even a unique three-wheeled model, there’s something to suit everyone’s needs. The Q6 e-tron boasts an 800-volt architecture powered by a 93-kilowatt battery. Utilizing the 12.3-inch

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Are You Plugged In?

Revenge of the Electric Car

Coda popped onto the electric-vehicle stage in June 2009 as an offshoot of Miles Electric Vehicles, a maker of electric light trucks in China. The Whip is a two-seater that can travel at a top speed of 35 mph for 40 miles per charge; it sells for around $19,000. is 50 mph and its nominal range is 50 miles; it retails for about $12,000.

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How Federal and State Government Incentives Make It Easy to Become an EV Owner

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These trickle chargers at an average of 5 miles per charging hour by plugging into a standard 110 volt electrical socket. The credit can be used for EVSE that is used to charge two- and three-wheeled vehicles (which operate on public roads) and bi-directional chargers.