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Michigan State University introduces electric autonomous bus through collaboration with state, Karsan and ADASTEC

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Michigan State University introduced an electric autonomous bus that will serve students, staff and faculty beginning early 2022 as part of the campus’ smart mobility ecosystem. The bus represents one of the largest electric autonomous transit vehicles to be deployed on US roadways to date. The bus’s 2.5-mile

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Cadillac previews production CELESTIQ flagship EV; MSRP starting above $300,000

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Each CELESTIQ will be personally commissioned—no two will be alike. Clients will work directly with their selected dealer and Cadillac designers to realize their unique vision for the car, with unprecedented levels of personalization tailored to reflect the owner’s tastes. Earlier post.) 1 front and 11.63:1 1 front and 11.63:1

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Ford delays next-gen electric truck and SUV, plans hybrids across lineup

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The electric future will take a bit longer than originally promised at Ford. On Thursday, Ford announced its next-gen electric truck, known as T3, will arrive a year later than planned while the unrelated three-row electric SUV will arrive two years later than planned. billion on the 3,600-acre mega campus.

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BMW to introduce BMW 530e iPerformance plug-in hybrid at Detroit show

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The BMW eDrive system’s electric motor has an output of 95 hp (70 kW) and offers maximum torque of 184 lb-ft (250 N·m), while the 4-cylinder TwinPower Turbo combustion engine with its 2.0-liter seconds and enable it to reach a top speed of 235 km/h (146 mph). (Globally, there are six, with two additional models in China).

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Riversimple introduces Rasa prototype two-seater fuel cell vehicle; 300 miles on 1.5kg H2; production version in 2018

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million) grant from the Welsh government in 2015, the Rasa was designed for lightness, strength, affordability and safety. For a fixed monthly fee and mileage allowance, similar in expenditure to leasing and running a new family-sized hatchback, the company will cover all repair, maintenance, insurance and fuel expenses. Earlier post.)

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2024 Toyota C-HR Debuts Elsewhere: Does Our Market Care?

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But the combination failed to see the crossover reach 60 mph in under 11 seconds. While arguably less interesting to look at, the Corolla Cross managed to address every one of those issues and opened up the door for customers who might want to option all-wheel drive and a hybrid powertrain. But they all tap out at 112 mph, while the 1.8-liter

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First drive in the Kia EV9: The three-row electric SUV many consumers have been waiting for

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A quick Kia EV9 recap leading up to the test drive This latest drive event (personally my first with Kia) was three years in the making, as the EV9 SUV’s origin dates back to its debut as a concept at the LA Auto Show in 2021. The GT-Line can deliver a top speed of 124 mph and accelerate 0-60 mph in five seconds – 4.5

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