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BREAKING: Tesla Model 3 Highland goes live in North America

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Tesla has officially launched the upgraded Model 3, better known in EV circles as the Model 3 Highland, in North America. The base Tesla Model 3 Highland features 272 miles of EPA estimated range, a top speed of 125 mph, and a 0-60 mph time of 5.8 With this change, the previous generation Model 3 has been phased out.

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Proterra sells more than 1,000 electric buses in North America

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With Broward County’s purchase, Proterra has now sold more than 1,000 battery-electric transit buses in North America. Introduced in September, the Proterra ZX5 features the most energy storage and longest drive range of any 40-foot electric bus available in North America today.

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Honda begins production of 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid in North America

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The all-new 2023 Honda CR-V Sport and Sport Touring trims come standard with the new hybrid system featuring the more refined 2.0-liter The new hybrid-electric system also allows for a substantial increase in continuous maximum speed, which climbs from 86 mph to 115 mph. Cumulatively, Honda has invested nearly $24.6

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Lotus opens Eletre Hyper SUV orders in North America, shares pricing and delivery timelines

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Beginning today, customers in North America can customize and order the Eletre, a new hyper SUV from Lotus long promised as part of the sports car developer’s journey to go 100% electric. All three models are now making their way to customers in overseas markets, but North America has yet to see deliveries.

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New Lucid Air Grand Touring Performance model offers 1,050 hp, 0-60 in 2.6s

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With 1,050 horsepower, the dual-motor Lucid Air Grand Touring Performance is the most powerful EV currently available in North America, and will offer an EPA-estimated driving range of 446 miles. 0-60 mph (21" wheels). Range starts at an estimated 396 miles (19" wheels), and pricing starts at $130,490, pre-incentives.).

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Volkswagen debuts three-row ID. Buzz

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Volkswagen of America unveiled the three-row ID. Buzz has been tailored specifically for North America. Buzz is planned for sale in the North American market starting in 2024. Buzz is planned for sale in the North American market starting in 2024. Buzz has a rear-mounted powerplant as standard.

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Proterra unveils ZX5 next-generation battery-electric transit bus

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The ZX5 can be configured with Proterra’s standard ProDrive drivetrain or a DuoPower drivetrain. The DuoPower drivetrain delivers nearly twice the horsepower and five times better fuel efficiency than a standard diesel engine.

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