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Mercedes Vito All-Electric Taxi Prototype Launches in London

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Eco City Vehicles PLC (ECV), a developer and supplier of eco-friendly commercial vehicles and the London licensed taxi, launched an all-electric prototype of the London-licensed Mercedes Vito taxi, developed by a consortium of companies including ECV’s manufacturing partner Penso, Mercedes Benz UK and Zytek Automotive. million (US$3.9-million)

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Elithion ships Li-ion battery management systems to AvtoVaz for EL LADA EV

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Elithion said that AvtoVaz chose the Lithiumate Pro BMS due to its performance, its track record, its ease of installation and its attractive price. The first batch of cars will become taxis in the Stavropol region in the near future. It serves the automotive, utility vehicle, marine, power utility and telecom industries.

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The Long View from SAE 2009 World Congress

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The PRT as an automated taxi that is 4m long by 1.4m The top speed will be limited to 40 km/h (25 mph) but Dr. Guala points out that “ the longest trip will not take more than 5-6 minutes ” due to the city’s small size. Heathrow airport is slated to have PRTs installed at a similar time. LFEE 2008-05 RP, July 2008.

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Renault Unveils Four Concept EVs and Quickdrop Battery Switch System; Commits to 100,000 EVs with Better Place

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The EV has a top speed of 75 km/h (47 mph), and a projected range of 100 km (62 miles). Top speed is 140 km/h (87 mph), and projected range is 160 km (99 miles). At the rear, a retractable spoiler deploys at speeds in excess of 90 km/h (56 mph) to contribute to Zoe ZE Concept’s aerodynamic efficiency. Earlier post.).

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