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Tesla Model S matches gas cars by going 320 miles at average speeds of 75 mph

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kWh battery pack using 18650 cells. During the run, the test driver drove the Model S Long Range Plus through a 100-mile stretch of interstate, involving an out-and-back loop at 75 mph in cruise control. We had to lengthen the course instead, notching 320 miles at 75 mph, the best result of any EV yet,” wrote Car and Driver.

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DS Automobiles unveiling high-performance E-TENSE electric GT concept at Geneva

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DS Automobiles, Citroën’s luxury brand spin-off, will introduce the high-performance electric GT concept DS E-TENSE at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show next week. seconds, with a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The DS Automobiles brand has sold more than 600,000 vehicles since launch. The car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5

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Tesla Model S Plaid Pikes Peak racecar hits 136 mph in practice run at 14k feet

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There are very few times where one can justify traveling 136 mph while driving on a mountain at 14,000 feet. The team made it to race day with a rebuilt Model 3 Performance racer, but thermal issues with the battery resulted in the vehicle throttling its power and only getting second place at the Exhibition Class.

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BMW boosts i3 and i3s batteries to 120Ah; 42.2 kWh pack almost doubles original range

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BMW has released the new 2019 i3 and i3s electric vehicles with 120 Ah batteries. Since launch in 2014, the battery capacity and range of the i3 has grown from the original 60Ah / 81 miles to 94Ah / 115 miles in 2017 and now 120Ah for 2019. The exterior dimensions of the battery pack remain unchanged.

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Archer taps FCA to accelerate eVTOL production

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Archer, a manufacturer of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) have entered into a definitive agreement to enable Archer to benefit from access to FCA’s low-cost supply chain, advanced composite material capabilities, and engineering and design experience. trillion by 2040.

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Honda reveals prototype of third-generation autonomous work vehicle

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The vehicle leverages Honda’s extensive portfolio of mobility technologies, using common components from its automobiles and other products. Speed Autonomous driving: Max 10mph Default by remote control: 2.5mph Minimum turning radius 11.4ft Battery size 18.6 Maximum loading capacity 2000 lbs.

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Geely’s Zeekr EV brand raises $500M in Pre-A from 5 partners; Intel leading investor

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The Zeekr brand is owned jointly by Geely Automobile Holding Ltd. Based on Geely Holding’s global electric architecture SEA, the 001 has a top speed of more than 200 km/h (124 mph) with a 0-100 km/h time of 3.8 At launch, two battery packs will be offered to consumers; 86 kWh and 100 kWh.

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