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Audi boosts range and efficiency in e-tron; extra 25 km in WLTP

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Audi is introducing a standard technical update for its first all-electric product, the e-tron. As a result, all versions of the e-tron SUV will come off the assembly line with an extra 25 kilometers (15.5 The new models are available now to customers in Europe. mi) or so of range.

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Ford F-150 Lightning delivers more horsepower, more payload capacity, more range; cloud-connected Intelligent Range and Trailer Profile

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F-150 Lightning, the only full-size electric pickup available now with a starting price less than $40,000, will begin to ship to customers in the coming days, starting with the Pro Series. The standard-range battery pack delivers 452 hp—up from the targeted 426 hp originally promised.

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ams introduces new position sensors for high-speed electric motors for vehicles

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The ams AS5147U is an intelligent magnetic rotary position sensor chip for use in electric motors that run at speeds up to 28,000rpm. Embed a comprehensive set of self-diagnostic features to support automotive manufacturers’ programs for complying with the strict specifications of the ISO 26262 functional safety standard.

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NIO launches ES6 electric SUV starting at $52K and 317-mile range

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The electric SUV starts at a pre-subsidy price of 358,000 RMB (US$52,000), and is available now for public pre-order via the NIO app, with delivery to start in June 2019. The Standard Edition features dual PM motors.). inch second-generation multitouch screen put all vehicle information at the users’ fingertips.

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Ram’s first EV, the Ram ProMaster electric van, hits the US to rival Ford and Rivian

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Ram unveiled its first electric vehicle for the US on Tuesday – the Ram ProMaster electric van. The electric van is Ram’s first all-electric vehicle in the US as the market shifts to EVs. Ram’s delivery EV is available now, while the cargo version will be available later. After a record 1.2

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AeroVironment introducing new TurboDX charging station at CES

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At CES, AeroVironment launched a new electric vehicle charging station that offers more flexibility, durability, and reliability. We were the very first company to achieve UL listing for electric vehicle supply equipment. In fact, all of our EV chargers are tested and certified by the UL before we sell them.

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New Renault Kangoo E-Tech electric van with an increased range

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If you wanted to lease a small electric van during the last 10 years there’s only really been one choice – the Renault Kangoo – and now an all-new model will be available in Spring 2022. It also has a new name: the Renault Kangoo Van E-Tech electric. The 90kW electric motor produces 245Nm of torque.

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