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12 things to know about next-gen Honda EVs arriving in 2026

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Honda also said they’ll be connected yet fun-to-drive, offer a not-yet-detailed Motion Management System for ride and handling, emphasize efficiency, and have lightweight, energy-dense battery packs. Also don’t expect an affordable small EV much before 2030. Honda 0 Saloon concept No carbon fiber.

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ABI Research sees annual EV sales at 2.36M units worldwide in 2020; importance of autonomous EVs in Internet of Things

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However, with many car OEMs recently dropping prices and offering more choice and improved performance, full electric vehicles are on the verge of leaving their eco niche of environmentally aware and socially responsible buyers, illustrated by car OEMs such as BMW, Daimler, and Volkswagen investing heavily in electrification.

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Visio.M partners present new lightweight EV; 13.5 kWh pack delivers ~100 mile range

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The battery weighs approximately 85 kg (187 lbs) and can be recharged in only three to four hours on a 230 V connection. The passenger compartment consists of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic, while aluminum is used in the front, rear and room frame. We wanted a car that is affordable and fun while driving. —Prof.

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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With the e-tron services in the Audi connect portfolio, drivers can use their smartphones to control such functions as charging and heating or cooling. Audi connect, which is also standard, connects the Q7 e-tron quattro to the internet via the fast LTE standard. The driver can choose between four modes. “EV”

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