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DOE, General Motors and MathWorks launch EcoCAR Mobility Challenge

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The US Department of Energy (DOE), General Motors and MathWorks launched the EcoCAR Mobility Challenge, the latest DOE-sponsored Advanced Vehicle Technology Competition ( AVTC ), revealed the 12 competing universities and named the Chevrolet Blazer as the vehicle platform selected for the competition. Mississippi State University.

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Toyota investing $1B in new TNGA plant in Mexico, realigning North American manufacturing; expansion in Guangzhou

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Toyota also announced an expansion of its joint venture plant, Guangzhou Toyota Motor Co., Once Corolla production begins in Mexico in 2019, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc. By 2019, the Cambridge, Ontario plants will all be producing higher-value mid-sized vehicles, along with Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc.

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Future Cars: Concept EVs for 2023 and Beyond

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With three electric motors producing 1,050 horsepower (hp) and 1,328 pound-feet (lb.-ft.) Expect dual motors and all-wheel drive to be an option, if not standard. seconds and a 155 mph top speed, the dual motor, all-wheel drive Mullen Five should offer spirited driving and handling. Pricing has yet to be announced.

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Nikola Motor unveils prototype Class 8 fuel cell range-extended electric truck, plans for H2 fueling network

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At an event at its Salt Lake City headquarters last week, startup Nikola Motor Company (NMC) unveiled the first public prototype of its Nikola One Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell range-extended electric truck, as well as renderings of the Nikola Two Class 8 day cab version. Nikola Motor Gearbox / Steering Front End. Front Radiator Assembly.

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Nissan hybrids and PHEVs US-bound, 3-row electric SUV for 2028

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EVs set to be built around then in Mississippi will incorporate that strategy. That strategy, being introduced this year, is set to reduce powertrain costs by about 30% versus 2019. Sources have confirmed to Green Car Reports that two larger U.S. Nissan currently doesn’t have a single hybrid or plug-in hybrid for the U.S.

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