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Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles unveils 5 battery-electric and fuel cell vehicles; I.D. BUZZ CARGO

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Here, the direct current (DC) stored in the battery is converted into alternating current (AC). BUZZ CARGO is charged by cable connection. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is also demonstrating a new alternative fuel direction with the world premiere of the Crafter HyMotion—a van with a hydrogen fuel cell drivetrain.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

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When driving, the regenerative system converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery when applying the brakes or coasting. There is a concealed storage compartment beneath the cargo floor to store the charge cord. Road Test: 2019 Kia Niro EV. Road Test: 2019 Kia Niro EV (2 nd opinion).

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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The Escape PHEV uses regenerative braking, which converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery when applying the brakes or coasting. The Hyundai Nexo Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle is available, but it’s only sold in select areas of California. Flash Drive: 2019 Jeep Cherokee. A well-appointed space.

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Road Test: 2021 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD

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The Mazda Connect connectivity system includes Bluetooth, voice recognition, Aha, Pandora and Stitcher radio integration. For even more space, the second row folds flat producing plenty of room for a run to the DIY store or maybe some antiquing. Road Test: 2019 Subaru Ascent. Road Test: 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

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Road Test: 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line Special Edition

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The four-wheel power-assisted disc anti-lock brakes are part of the regenerative charging system that converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery when applying the brakes or coasting. The Lexus Enform Safety Connect allows for emergency help to be summoned with the push of a button. Pricing and Warranties.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus UX 250h F Sport AWD

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Hybrid+AWD+Lexus Quality=Impressive Fuel-Efficient Premium Compact Crossover. New for the 2019 model year, expect the UX 250h to be replaced in the coming years as Lexus is in the process of completely revamping its line-up. This regenerative charging system converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport AWD

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The 4-wheel anti-lock brakes with ventilated discs were part of the regenerative charging system, an energy recovery process taking the usually wasted friction and heat from braking or coasting, and converting kinetic energy into stored energy. Road Test: 2019 Lexus RX 350 F Sport. Road Test: 2019 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid.

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