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BMW iX M60 features newly developed, high-power density 489 hp synchronous motor; 2.59 kW/kg

Green Car Congress

With Sport Mode engaged to unleash 610 bhp and Launch Control activated to release all 811 lb-ft of instantaneous torque, the BMW iX M60 will hit 60 mph from a standstill in 3.6 The two motors of the BMW iX M60 operate on the principle of a current-energized synchronous machine. Range is (preliminary EPA estimate) about 280 miles.

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GM reveals new Ultium Drive EV motors designed and developed in-house with GM propulsion software

Green Car Congress

At the 2021 Mackinac Policy Conference, General Motors President Mark Reuss revealed GM’s group of three all-new motors that will power its Ultium-based EVs. Designed by GM, the 180kW front-drive motor, 255kW rear- and front-drive motor and 62kW all-wheel drive assist motor are part of Ultium Drive.

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onsemi SiC power module selected for Kia EV6 GT traction inverter

Green Car Congress

onsemi’s EliteSiC family of silicon carbide (SiC) power modules has been selected for Kia Corporation’s EV6 GT model. The electric vehicle accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds and reaches top speed at 161 mph.

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Rolls-Royce to power Vertical Aerospace’s all-electric eVTOL UAM aircraft

Green Car Congress

Rolls-Royce’s technology will power Vertical Aerospace’s flagship Urban Air Mobility (UAM) aircraft. Vertical Aerospace is a key collaboration for Rolls-Royce Electrical as it marks its first commercial deal in the UAM market and builds on previous agreements to work with partners on demonstrator programmes.

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Choosing between control or power, new 40 mph Apollo Phantom e-scooter opts for both

Electrek

Now the company is back with the all new Apollo Phantom 2023, a powerful dual-motor electric scooter that reaches fast top speeds while still focusing on control and comfort as well. more… The post Choosing between control or power, new 40 mph Apollo Phantom e-scooter opts for both appeared first on Electrek.

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Watch The 2025 Rivian R1T Hit 60 MPH In 2.59 Seconds

InsideEVs

Rivian’s revamped pickup is faster than the Tesla Cybertruck Cyberbeast, thanks to a more powerful quad-motor setup.

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Apollo Go review: Electric scooter testing at 28 mph

Baua Electric

The thing is powerful off the line. I tried to ride it first without using the app, but it wouldn’t go past 12 mph (20 km/h) with gentle acceleration. Only after I paid the ransom of my email and using their app to register the scooter, did it unlock the full power and 28 mph (45 km/h) top speed.

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