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Tesla Model 3 Performance packs a new kick, leaked documents show

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It appears the leaks came from South Korea, where we are finally getting details about the specs that the Model 3 Performance’s latest iteration could pack. Based on this #Model3 #Performance leak from South Korea… – Weight unchanged from previous LG M3P. The previous motor peaked between 43 and 46 MPH.

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Tesla Model 3 ‘Ludicrous’ spotted at rumored event in California

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BooDev says that they heard the configuration’s 0-60 mph will be 2.9 BooDev says that they heard the configuration’s 0-60 mph will be 2.9 One of the shots includes perhaps the best sighting yet of a new aero front bumper design on the Model 3 Ludicrous, along with a brief video of the vehicle as it drives away.

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GM begins manufacturing Spark EV electric motor in Baltimore

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The Spark EV electric motor will produce 130 hp (100 kW) and 400 lb-ft of torque to deliver acceleration of less than 8 seconds from 0 to 60 mph. The Spark EV will be sold in California and Oregon this summer and sales will expand to Canada, Europe and South Korea later.

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Hyundai’s active air skirt tech could boost range in EVs

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Genesis GV60 with Active Air Skirt The skirt deploys at speeds above 80 kph (49 mph) and is designed for speed up to 200 kph (124 mph), according to a Hyundai press release. It retracts at 70 kph (43 mph); the gap between deployment and stowage speeds is meant to prevent frequent movement at intermediate speeds.

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Hyundai unveils new ‘Active Air Skirt’ tech to increase EV range and performance

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However, when traveling over 50 mph (80 km/h), the AAS is deployed when the air resistance is greater than the rolling resistance. At 43 mph (70 km/h), the unit is stored again. Hyundai’s new Active Air Skirt can operate at over 124 mph (200 km/h) thanks to durable rubber material. When driving at low speeds, the unit is hidden.

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Tesla and Toyota to revisit old partnership for new EV development: report

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A recent report from an esteemed South Korean publication has suggested that Tesla and Toyota are poised to revisit an old partnership to develop an all-new electric vehicle. The partnership has reportedly been under review since last year. .

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This company has upped the golf experience with a luxe EV cart that comes in a limousine version

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A special-purpose vehicle developer out of South Korea has introduced a new line of electric golf carts that can bring more technology and comfort to the game. 72-volt lithium-ion batteries power each cart, enabling speeds up to 8 km/h (5 mph) in auto mode and 22 km/h (~14 mph) in manual mode.