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BMW showing H2R Record Car and new iX5 Hydrogen at Goodwood

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BMW iX5 Hydrogen Representing BMW’s latest iteration of hydrogen fuel cell technology is the BMW iX5 Hydrogen which will join the H2R on the hill. Based on the current BMW X5, it was first unveiled as a concept at the IAA show in 2019. The range-topping model of the new BMW 7 Series line-up accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in 3.7

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BMW introducing new X5 plug-in hybrid in Europe in 2019, US in 2020

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BMW will introduce a new X5 plug-in hybrid, the BMW X5 xDrive45e iPerformance, in Europe in 2019, to be followed by a US model in 2020. The new x5 plug-in hybrid combines a model-specific in-line 6-cylinder gasoline engine featuring BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology with the latest BMW eDrive technology. It comprises a 3.0-liter

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BMW deploying iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet

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The BMW iX5 Hydrogen developed on the basis of the current BMW X5 was first unveiled as a concept at the IAA show in 2019. This technology is one of the core elements in the BMW iX5 Hydrogen and generates a high continuous output of 125 kW/170 hp. kg/100 km Range in the WLTP cycle: 504 km (313 miles) Production at Munich pilot plant.

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Volkswagen debuts three-row ID. Buzz

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Buzz increases the top speed to an electronically limited 99 mph, up from the two-row’s 90 mph. Given that the original Bus was about as long as a 2019 Beetle and slightly narrower, this is a sizable increase. IQ.DRIVE driver assistance technology, featuring hands-on Level 2 ready capability, is standard in the ID.

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Bimbo Bakeries USA orders 5 Motiv all-electric EPIC-equipped step vans; delivery in Q3 2019

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The step-van system, also available on the Ford E-450, has a 22,000 lbs GVWR chassis rating, with a range of up to 90 miles (106 or 127 kWh battery pack capacity) and a top speed of 60 mph. Last mile delivery of baked goods is a perfect use case for EPIC based step vans. As such, they are particularly well-suited for electrification.

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

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Hyundai wants to take electrification leadership in China, the world’s biggest EV market, and to work to enhance the brand’s image by offering strategic models that can provide game-changing smart technologies and transformative experiences for EV customers. Hyundai is also highlighting the company’s hydrogen fuel cell technology.

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Vitesco launches EMR3 e-axle for Dongfeng

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Vitesco Technologies, formerly (until September 2019) the Continental Powertrain Division, has started the market launch of its fully integrated electric axle drives (EMR3) for Dongfeng Passenger Car Corporation. —Gregoire Cuny, head of Vitesco Technologies in China.