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Tesla targeting sub-1 second 0-60 mph time with new Roadster: Musk

Teslarati

And in a recent comment, Musk noted that Tesla is targeting an absolutely insane 0-60 mph time with the new Roadster. When the next-generation Roadster was unveiled back in late 2017 with the Tesla Semi, Elon Musk announced that it would be a vehicle with a 0-60 mph time of 1.9 second 0-60 mph run under ideal conditions.

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Rimac/Bugatti CEO explains problems with Tesla Roadster’s under 1 sec 0 to 60 mph

Electrek

Mate Rimac, CEO of supercar makers Rimac and Bugatti, has commented on Elon Musk’s claim that the new Tesla Roadster is going to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in less than 1 second with thrusters. He sees some problems with it.

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Reminder: Most EVs don't deliver EPA range at 70 mph

Green Car Reports

The publication tested 22 EVs from multiple automakers at a constant speed of 70 mph to simulate highway-driving conditions. The real-world range of EVs can vary a lot at highway speeds, Consumer Reports found in a recent test. While some cars exceeded their EPA-rated ranges—one by more than 70 miles—nearly half fell short.

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BYD Yangwang U9 electric supercar launching next week with 0-60 mph sprint in 2 secs

Electrek

The new EV supercar can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in 2 seconds. A new electric supercar will hit the market next week. BYD will officially launch its new Yangwang U9 electric supercar on February 25.

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Yadea unveils 99 MPH electric motorcycle that charges in 10 minutes

Electrek

more… The post Yadea unveils 99 MPH electric motorcycle that charges in 10 minutes appeared first on Electrek. Electrek was there to get an up-close look at this impressive new electric motorcycle, which features high-speed performance and even higher-speed charging.

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Electric bike maker Cyrusher launches 44 mph electric surfboard

Electrek

more… The post Electric bike maker Cyrusher launches 44 mph electric surfboard appeared first on Electrek. As it turns out, e-bikes aren’t the only fast EVs that the company has been working with. Feast your eyes on the new Cyrusher Thunder electric surfboard.

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SONDORS unveils MetaBeast 50 mph e-bike and 75 mph electric trail bike

Electrek

more… The post SONDORS unveils MetaBeast 50 mph e-bike and 75 mph electric trail bike appeared first on Electrek. Just over two years after the flashy unveiling of the SONDORS MetaCycle electric motorcycle, we’re now getting our first look at two new electric motorbikes: the SONDORS MetaBeast and MetaBeast X.

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