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Ford unveils F-150 Lightning electric pickup; starting at $39,974; arriving in 2022

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F-150 Lightning offers a standard-range battery targeting 230 miles of EPA-estimated range and an extended-range battery targeting 300 miles of EPA-estimated range. 1 auto brand is going zero emissions with America’s favorite vehicle. 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum, Lariat, XLT. America’s No.

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Ford’s next-gen EVs could feature 800V fast charging

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This may include an 800V fast charging architecture as it looks to keep pace with rivals like Hyundai, Porsche, and Kia. Ford Mustang Mach-E (Source: Ford) Ford says you can charge the current standard range Mach-E from 10 to 80% in 38 minutes with up to 107 kW output at DC charging stations.

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GM Working with Communities to Develop Roadmap For Plug-in Infrastructure

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GM described its approach at the Washington Auto Show. Establish a public charging infrastructure plan; Establish a local/state incentives plan; Establish a marketing and educational outreach plan. State Government. Utilities (municipal and regional). Regulators/Public Utility Commissions. Large local employers (as early adopters).

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Li-ion Manufacturer Boston-Power Names Former GM Senior Executive Bob Purcell to Board; Expansion Into Transportation With a Focus on PHEVs and BEVs

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His clients have included companies ranging from MidAmerican Energy Holdings, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, to EDC Automotive, an emerging leader in automotive thermal management systems.

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GM says its new Chevy Bolt EV will save billions with more affordable LFP batteries

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GM’s leader said the new Bolt EV will provide “an even better driving, charging, and ownership experience.” As the first Ultium EV to use LFP batteries, the new model is expected to drastically lower costs. EV model Starting Price (including destination fee) Range (EPA-est miles) Screen Size Chevy Equinox EV 1LT $34,995 319 mi 17.7″

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Wrightspeed unveils new turbine range extender for medium- and heavy-duty electric powertrains; 30% more efficient than current microturbine generators

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The Route extended range electric powertrains incorporate a range-extending genset designed to recharge the high-power battery pack (currently from A123 Systems) and Wrightspeed’s own geared traction drive (GTD) ( earlier post ). A further disadvantage for turbines in automotive applications has been cost.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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Appendix E: PHEV and the Electrical Grid—fast charge v. slow charge. Every electric energy consumer, not just the relatively few electric-only vehicle owners, will be asked to pay for the expensive hardware for these high-power charging stations. Appendix B: Car of the Future: A Comparison of Alternative Vehicles.

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