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

Baua Electric

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

Baua Electric

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

Baua Electric

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. For this, Valeo is working with a European automaker to accelerate the product maturity for the next EV application, beginning in 2028.

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

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That’s been the thinking of leaders from developed countries, who’ve been seeking ways to China-proof the market for lithium , the light metal that’s essential for high-performance rechargeable power packs.

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BMW Charging adds Shell charger access for EV drivers in North America

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BMW Charging has just launched in North America as an additional EV charger network powered by Shell Recharge. Today, the German automaker rolled out a new network called BMW Charging, powered by Shell Recharge, which will give EV drivers in North America access to tens of thousands more charger piles.