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SAIC introduces large electric panel van in Europe: Maxus EV80

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The Maxus EV80 van has become the first fully electric large panel van on European roads, ahead of the brand’s full launch in 2019. It is available initially to fleets in France, Germany, Austria and Benelux, with other markets to follow soon. It is offering these large panel vans from its sites across Germany and Austria.

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Feature: Are Electric Fire Trucks in the Near Future?

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Another Niche Filled by an Electric Version. Electric cars, trucks and buses are slowly making their way onto roads. million electric vehicle sales to date. Hybrid and fully electric vehicles are already available for a variety of commercial and personal uses. However, the vehicle isn’t fully electric.

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Volkswagen Truck & Bus outlines roadmap for automated driving, connectivity, and alternative drive systems

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Volkswagen Truck & Bus is focusing on automated driving, connectivity, and alternative drive systems. tonnes, it will probably be allowed to be driven with a car license thanks to a change in the driving license law. Its mission is to connect the entire supply chain, so that the greatest possible efficiency can be achieved.

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Polestar releases downloadable performance software upgrade for Polestar 2

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The software upgrade represents the first time Polestar has applied its tuning heritage to its own electric cars. seconds, half a second quicker than in the standard car. Polestar was established as a new, standalone Swedish premium electric vehicle manufacturer in 2017. Accelerating from 80 to 120 km/h takes just 2.2

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SAIC showcases battery-electric Maxus EV80 van range at IAA

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Under the new agreement with SAIC Maxus, LeasePlan will offer operational leasing solutions for the fully-electric EV80 large panel van to business customers across continental Europe. A 10-inch infotainment screen is an optional extra, which includes the latest Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity applications.

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Canoo Pickup, Kia EV6, Honda and Mini EV Plans: EV Week in Review – Mar 9-15

EV Adoption

According to the company, the pickup will be open for pre-orders in the second quarter of 2021, with deliveries starting “as early as 2023.” – March 10, via Green Car Reports. That facility was previously used by electric car manufacturer Green Tech Automotive. – March 15, Green Car Reports.

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