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CASE unveils first fully electric backhoe loader: the 580 EV

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CASE Construction Equipment introduced “Project Zeus”: the 580 EV, the construction industry’s first fully electric backhoe loader. Electric motors, on the other hand, have instantaneous torque and peak torque available at every operating speed. —Eric Zieser, director — global compact equipment product line, CASE.

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Ford outlines China expansion strategy; SUVs, EVs and connected vehicles; 50+ new Fords and Lincolns by 2025

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In Shanghai, Ford Motor Executive Chairman Bill Ford and CEO Jim Hackett outlined the next phase of the company’s China expansion strategy, focused on SUVs, electric and connected vehicles, a streamlined business structure and closer connections to Chinese customers. —Jason Luo, chairman and CEO, Ford China.

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Groundbreaking on new BMW Group high-voltage battery assembly plant in South Carolina

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The BMW Group Plant Woodruff will produce sixth-generation batteries to supply fully electric vehicles at nearby BMW Manufacturing in Spartanburg. operations, including $1 billion to prepare Plant Spartanburg for the production of fully electric vehicles and $700 million to build a new high-voltage battery assembly plant.

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Ford outlines strategic plan to investors; connected, smart vehicles and services, EVs and financial fitness

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Specifically, Ford is: Accelerating the introduction of connected, smart vehicles and services customers want and value. By 2019, 100% of Ford’s new US vehicles will be built with connectivity. Rapidly improving fitness to lower costs, release capital and finance growth. Allocating capital where Ford can win the future.

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Kia brings e-Soul to Europe, upgrades Niro hybrid and PHEV

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Every Kia vehicle on show in Geneva employs the brand’s mild-hybrid, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or electric vehicle technology. Electrification is a key element of Kia’s European and global growth strategy, with one in eight Kia cars sold in Europe today featuring an electrified powertrain. Upgrades to Niro Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid.

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Daimler battery subsidiary Accumotive doubles the amount of employees to approximately 1,000

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Daimler AG is expanding its global battery production network and is paving the way for the creation of a cross-divisional electro initiative. More than ten will be fully electric passenger cars—throughout all segments, from the smart to the large SUV.

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SAIC introduces large electric panel van in Europe: Maxus EV80

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The Maxus EV80 van has become the first fully electric large panel van on European roads, ahead of the brand’s full launch in 2019. With strict emissions regulations being introduced in cities across Europe, the appeal of fully electric commercial vehicles is set to increase. SAIC Motor sold 6.49

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