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Mercedes-Benz EQC electric crossover makes US debut at CES 2019

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The first Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle from the EQ brand made its US premiere at CES 2019 in Las Vegas. The EQC features two electric motors at the front and rear axles with a combined output of 402 hp. A sophisticated system with a heat pump and electric heater boosters pre-climatizes the interior. Production.

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EIB awards €17M to QEV to advance zero emissions transport in developing countries

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This includes supplying ‘e-kits’ to enable the electrification of public transport vehicles—both in the production of new models and the conversion of those already in service—in Asia, Latin America and Africa.

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Mercedes-Benz unveils new EQC electric crossover SUV; series production in 2019

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The EQC will offer intelligent services and functions focused on electromobility; those planned for market launch include: Pre-entry climate control. A sophisticated system with a heat pump and electric heater boosters pre-climatises the interior. Series production of the EQC will start in 2019 at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Bremen.

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How EVs Are Reducing Carbon (CO2) Emissions

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As the world grapples with the pressing issue of climate change, it is evident that we need swift action to avert its worst impacts. Enter electric vehicles: a practical step toward reducing carbon emissions and reinforcing sustainable practices. A straightforward switch can create a substantial positive effect.

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Nearly one in five cars sold worldwide in 2023 was electric: IEA | Autocar Professional

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This is markedly more than the previous year – car exports were almost 65% higher than in 2022, and electric car exports were 80% higher. The main export markets for these vehicles were Europe and countries in the Asia Pacific region, such as Thailand and Australia. In the United States , new electric car registrations totalled 1.4

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Polestar hits 2021 sales target of 29,000 vehicles, up 185% y-o-y

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The Polestar 1 was built between 2019 and 2021 as a low-volume electric performance hybrid GT with a carbon fiber body, 609 hp, 1,000 N·m and an electric-only range of 124 km (WLTP)—the longest of any hybrid car in the world. Polestar 2 Single Motor.

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