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Tesla releases updated Radio Flyer Cyberquad for Kids in the U.S.

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Tesla’s previously recalled Cyberquad for Kids has been re-launched as a new model in the U.S., The Cyberquad for Kids includes a steel frame, a 500-watt motor offering speeds up to 10 mph, a 36-volt lithium-ion battery offering up to 15 miles of range per charge, LED headlights and taillights and more.

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Volkswagen unveils Tiguan GTE plug-in hybrid concept SUV at Detroit show; MQB-based SUV

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For Volkswagen, the new Tiguan marks the kickoff of an SUV product offensive that will significantly expand the range of vehicles offered, especially in North America. In E-mode, the Tiguan has a top speed of 70 mph (113 km/h). Other plug-in hybrid components of the 4MOTION plug-in hybrid drive include: a 12.4

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Pyka Unveils Pelican Cargo, the World’s Biggest Autonomous Electric Cargo Aircraft

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Technical Features of Pyka Pelican Cargo features a 50-kWh Li-ion battery pack that offers a per-charge range of up to 200 miles (320 km) – plus a 20-minute reserve. We’re excited to kickstart operations with Pyka and put the Pelican through its paces.” Four 25-kW (33.5-hp)

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Volkswagen Group’s MQB plug-in hybrid powertrain; foundation for Golf GTE, A3 e-tron, and more

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The plug-in hybrid drivetrain is designed as a parallel hybrid system. The wheel set is of a highly compact design to make space for the electric motor. The drive clutches are each designed for maximum input torques of 400 N·m (295 lb-ft); the engine-disconnect clutch for 350 N·m (258 lb-ft). Earlier post.).

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Kia unveils Optima Hybrid sedan at LA Auto Show

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Arriving in Kia dealer showrooms early next year, the 2011 Optima Hybrid is the brand’s first hybrid for North America and uses a full parallel hybrid system to deliver a 40.7% Acceleration to 62 mph (100 km/h) takes 9.2 seconds, and the top speed is 121 mph (195 km/h). mpg improvement compared with a regular Optima.

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Lectric XP 3.0 Review: Leveling up what ain’t broke

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is the successor to the best-selling e-bike in North America. The bike arrives fully assembled, so all you should have to do is take it out of the box, unfold it and charge the battery to get started. Speed: Settings to change the bike to a Class 1, 2, or 3 e-bike with a top speed of 28 mph. The Lectric XP 3.0 While the XP 2.0

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Toyota RAV4 EV key for meeting California ZEV requirements; Tesla powertrain uses Model S components

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The RAV4 EV combines a Tesla-designed and produced battery and electric powertrain with Toyota’s most popular SUV model. Maximum vehicle speed in Normal mode is 85 mph (137 km/h); maximum in Sport mode, which also has a more aggressive accelerator pedal feel, is 100 mph (161 km/h). kWh of useable energy at full charge.

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