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Road Test: 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge Ultimate

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Road Test: 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge Ultimate Surprising Performance in a Compact Plug-In Hybrid SUV Okay, a show of hands if “quick or fast” come to mind when Volvo SUV is mentioned. New for the 2022 model year, the 2023 XC60 Recharge continues to deliver performance and all-electric and hybrid efficiency in a premium compact SUV.

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Mercedes-Benz updates EQB electric SUV for 2024

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First unveiled at Auto Shanghai in 2021, the EQB arrived on the US market in 2022, with the the 2022 EQB 300 4MATIC starting from $54,500 and the EQB 350 4MATIC from $58,050. Possible recommendations include the ECO driving program and D Auto as well as to switch to the ECO+ climate control function. Earlier post.) are still available.

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Anker’s new 768Wh SOLIX C800 Plus power station with stowable camping light officially ships in March

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Today Anker is releasing its new SOLIX C800 Plus Portable Power Station , which we saw debut at CES 2024 and is the first power station with stowable camping lights that illuminates campsites and powers outdoor adventures. The SOLIX C800 Plus sports a compact 768Wh capacity with 1,600W of power output. hours via your car.

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Shopper Stories presentations protection issues in some EV brake lighting from Hyundai, Kia

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The automobiles that didn’t light up their brake lighting accurately all over competitive regenerative braking in exams have been the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SEL AWD, 2023 Genesis GV60 Complicated, 2023 Genesis Electrified GV70, 2022 Kia EV6 Air AWD and 2023 Kia Niro EV Air.

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Valeo bets on ADAS, electrification; showcases new tech at CES – ET Auto

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LiDAR sensors help generate a more precise and comprehensive image than radar, offer better range than sonar, and are more effective in harsh lighting and weather conditions than the cameras. The company’s battery cooling system works to combine a dielectric fluid with a smart hydraulic architecture to improve overall performance of EVs.

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It’s too late to China-proof the lithium supply chain – ET Auto

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In a world where electric vehicles and utility-scale batteries are taking over, it would be nice to not depend on a geopolitical rival for your most important raw material. while the other was owned by Chinese battery producer Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Even in Canada, Chinese money has been crucial.

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Johnson Controls’ 12V Lithium-ion battery for advanced start-stop vehicles debuts in China

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For the first time in China, Johnson Controls unveiled its Lithium-ion automotive battery for Advanced Start-Stop vehicles at Auto Shanghai 2015. The Johnson Controls Advanced Start-Stop system solution has two batteries. Johnson Controls says the new technology can increase fuel efficiency by up to 8%. Earlier post.).