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Lightning Systems Gen 2 electric Ford Transit named in CARB executive order; new NMC batteries for longer range

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This step—which certifies the vehicle as a ZEV—is a prerequisite for sales of the vehicle in California. Featuring a liquid-cooled Lithium-ion battery system from a volume-ready world-class battery supplier, the Lightning Electric accommodates a full charge in 1 hour (60-mile range) or 1.5 Gen 2 Lightning Ford Transit.

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Opinion: GM Shooting Itself in Foot By Killing Chevrolet Malibu

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Sure, the current Malibu is a bit behind the competition -- most car reviewers would place it behind the segment stalwarts from Honda and Toyota, and clearly most buyers have, too -- but it is still affordable and fuel efficient. So, why not keep an entry in the class? It may be improved fuel economy or ride and handling.

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

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Tesla helped former shareholder Toyota to bring back the Toyota RAV4 EV , an electric SUV and also aided its other OEM shareholder, Daimler (which also has since divested its Tesla shares), with the Smart ED and B-Class Electric. Bolts jolts the market with 200+ miles of range and an affordable price. Nissan Leaf – the Standard Bearer.

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What EV has the Best Bang for the Buck?

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While this is the only EV for sale in the U.S. As of this publishing things have not settled completely about the eligibility of different vehicles, which can shuffle the affordability question. –Ed.] Which are currently undergoing major changes, so check with a trusted source such as the one listed below to get more info.

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Pike Research forecasts China plug-in market to reach 152,000 units/year by 2017, falling short of government targets; BEVs to dominate

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Many members of the emerging middle and upper classes prefer imported vehicles with nameplates from the United States or Germany—especially larger sedans in which owners can sit comfortably while their drivers navigate China’s often congested roads. government agencies as part of pilot demonstration projects. BEV/PHEV cars that were.

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As Electric Car Makers Ante Up Billions, Software Is Ace in the Hole

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As a comparison , in 2011, there were only two battery electric and 29 hybrid electric vehicle models offered for sale in the US. Further, if the EV range gains slow down over the next decade as expected, an EV's software-driven features along with their affordability , will decide the winners of the potential $1.1

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Convincing Consumers To Buy EVs

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However, until mainstream public confidence reaches the point where the perceived combination of risks of a battery electric vehicle purchase (range, affordability, reliability and behavioral changes) match that of an ICE vehicle, then EV purchases are going to be the exception rather than the norm. How much range is enough?

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