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Nissan X-Trail e-Power review: Is it better than a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid?

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We will get to how it all works in a moment, but the short version is that, while you still get a petrol engine with your electric motors, the former is only used to recharge the battery or deliver power to the motors — it never actually drives the wheels — giving you what Nissan calls an “EV-like” drive experience, and improved fuel efficiency.

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The best electric cars in Australia in 2024 between $80,000 and $100,000

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The Ioniq 5 oozes retro cool, has rapid 230kW charging, ample performance and healthy, trustworthy 454km range. Comfy cabin and tech aplenty. Range is a solid 514km and the user experience, goodies and public charging bests all other EVs. seconds, range is an excellent 568km and charging rate’s now 205kW.

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Driven: Fiat 500e La Prima EV

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This means the Australian market 500e will be very well equipped with infotainment and driver-assist tech. Inside Though the 500e is slightly larger all over than the petrol-burning Fiat 500. This means tall occupants will feel they’re sitting uncomfortably high in the Fiat. Despite the resemblance the two are not related.

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Electric cars buyers guide

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That’s why the government has banned the sale of petrol and diesel cars from 2030. One of the big concerns we encounter when people are considering switching to an electric vehicle (EV) , is that they think it’s going to be much more expensive than a petrol or diesel car. How long does it take to charge an electric car?

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New EV electric car calendar

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Alfa Romeo Tonale – the Italian brand finally has a rechargeable car in its ranks in the form of the Tonale PHEV compact SUV. Audi RS models – performance flagships set to pick up plug-in hybrid tech as early as 2021. BMW M cars – they’re coming with hybrid drivetrains. Audi RS e-Tron GT.

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Electric Cars and a Smarter Grid - Green Inc. Blog - NYTimes.com

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He envisioned “hundreds of thousands” of charging spots, as well as a number of stations where drained batteries could be exchanged for fresh ones. Battery recharging would typically take two to four hours, he said. Charge, drain, repeat is extremely inefficient. “You guys own the cars.&# — J Connors 4.

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The five best family EVs under $100K: From Tesla and Hyundai to Kia and Mercedes-Benz

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Options are very limited for super-breeders needing more than five seats – although the Kia EV9 due late in 2023 will provide a tantalising option – but a huge advantage of going EV (if built on an electric vehicle-only platform) is roomier and smarter interior packaging compared to petrol and diesel vehicles.

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