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Eaton introducing new power-dense inverter technology to help reduce weight, extend range of EVs

Green Car Congress

The inverters, which draw electricity from the battery and control how it is applied to the motor to manage power and torque, will be tested by a global automaker in first quarter 2019. The inverter’s high-power density and compact, lightweight design help maximize range while taking up minimal space in the vehicle. —Scott Adams.

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2019 Chevrolet Volt offers 7.2kW charger, improves convenience

Green Car Congress

kW charging system on the 2019 Chevrolet Volt cuts recharging times nearly in half by adding about twice the all-electric driving range per hour of charge. With about twice the range added during 240V Level 2 charging sessions, the 2019 Volt’s 7.2 kW charger is standard on the Volt LT. With the new 7.2

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BYD Atto 3 prices up 8 percent

EV Central

Both the Atto 3 Standard Range and Atto 3 Extended range are now $3630 more expensive than they were yesterday. per cent increase on the Standard battery and a 7.7 per cent on the Extended. for the Standard range and $51,011.35 for the Extended range, each before on-road costs.

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Fisker names its all-electric SUV Ocean; unveils app-based leasing program

Green Car Congress

The all-electric SUV will come standard with an extended range (target of approximately 250 to 300 miles, depending on driving conditions), enabled by an approx. Early reservations for the Ocean will be open as the mobile app launches on 27 November 2019. 80 kWh lithium-ion battery pack.

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Li Auto sees cumulative deliveries exceed 300,000 units

CN EV Post

Li Auto achieved its 300,000th vehicle delivery in 39 months since it officially began delivering vehicles in December 2019, the fastest among China's homegrown new luxury carmaker brands, it said. Li Auto insists on in-house R&D in assisted driving systems and makes models equipped with assisted driving systems as standard, it said.

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Hilux, Ranger EV ute conversions by Roev from $47,990 as company confirms 2023 production

EV Central

The same systems on a 4×4 ute cost another $3000, so $50,990 for the standard range and $56,990 for the extended range. Vehicles produced in 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 cost another $1000 to convert. Those EV conversion prices only apply to Hiluxes and Rangers built in 2020, 2021 and 2022.

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The Hottest EVs Coming Out in 2023-2024 and How to Save Big on Them

EV Life

Each model will have unique capabilities and advantages, with the top-tier SS providing 557 horsepower and a 0-60 in under four seconds and the RS offering a GM-estimated 320-mile range on a fully charged battery. The standard rear-wheel drive option will be good for up to 223 miles on a full charge.

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