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2019 Prius offered with new electric all-wheel drive system

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Toyota is offering a new electric all-wheel drive system (AWD-e) on the facelifted 2019 Prius. The Prius AWD-e uses an independent electric, magnet-less rear motor (a Toyota first) to power the rear wheels from 0 to 6 mph, then when needed, up to 43 mph. The Prius AWD-e models offer the same 65.5

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Hyundai showcases RM20e racing midship electric sports car, Prophecy concept EV at Auto China

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Prophecy represents the direction of Hyundai’s future EV design direction, while RM20e hints at the electric-based high-performance potential of the N brand. Starting in 2012, Hyundai embarked on a project called RM (Racing Midship) to develop and connect new high-performance motorsports technologies for future N models.

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BMW unveils i8 Roadster, 2019 i8 Coupe; optimized eDrive tech increases power and range

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At the Los Angeles Auto Show, BMW unveiled the first i8 Roadster, along with the 2019 i8 Coupe. With hybrid-specific all-wheel drive, the combustion engine driving the rear wheels and the electric motor driving the front wheels, acceleration from 0 to 60 mph takes just 4.2/4.4 The new BMW i8 Coupe accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 4.2

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Startup SF Motors announces two EVs; up to 1000 hp, 0-60 mph in less than 3 seconds

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The new EVs are the SF5 and the SF7; the SF5 will be available for pre-order by the end of 2018 and will hit the road in 2019. The company has also focused on intelligent technologies to deliver new levels of autonomy and connectivity. This design will also support rapid manufacturing using laser welding to connect the battery cells.

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ANA and Joby to establish eVTOL ridesharing service in Japan; Toyota joining for ground integration

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With a maximum range of 150 miles (241 kilometers), a top speed of 200 mph (321 km/h) and a low noise profile to allow it to access built-up areas, Joby’s piloted aircraft is designed to make convenient, emissions-free air travel an everyday reality. Earlier post.)

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

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seconds, and the top speed is 180 km/h (112 mph). In the EQC the powerpacks are isolated by rubber mounts at two points: where the powerpack connects to its subframe and where the subframe connects to the body. The high-safety design begins with the installation position of the high-voltage battery beneath the vehicle floor.

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Plug-in hybrid model now tops the Porsche Cayenne range

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Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid Coupé, Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid, 2019. seconds and reach a top speed of 295 km/h (183 mph). In E-Power driving mode, the electric motor can, on its own, propel the vehicle up to a maximum speed of 135 km/h (84 mph). kW onboard AC charger when using a 400-volt connection with a 16-amp fuse.

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