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Bird unveils new consumer e-Bike for purchase: Bird Bike

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Bafang rear hub motor. Integrated, high-visibility LED Lights ensure 180° visibility any time of day or night. Bluetooth connectivity with the Bird app helps Bird Bike owners easily turn on and off vehicle lights, view battery range and miles ridden. Integrated LCD panel displays speed, distance and battery capacity.

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NIO launches ES6 electric SUV starting at $52K and 317-mile range

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The electric SUV starts at a pre-subsidy price of 358,000 RMB (US$52,000), and is available now for public pre-order via the NIO app, with delivery to start in June 2019. PM and IM motors and a 510-km range. The Standard Edition features dual PM motors.). seconds for the top model.

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Hyundai lowers entry price, bumps all-electric range on new 2018 Sonata Plug-In Hybrid

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LED Headlights with Dynamic Bending Light. The 2018 Sonata Plug-In Hybrid is available now at Hyundai dealerships. engine and the 50 kW (67 HP) electric motor are mated to a six-speed automatic transmission for a more familiar and natural operation feel. Lane Keep Assist. Driver Attention Alert. Heated steering wheel.

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Freescale introduces new ARM-based microcontrollers for automotive market

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Target applications for the Kinetis EA series MCUs include seat, sunroof and fuel/water pump systems; general body electronics such as body control, park assist, CAN/LIN nodes, interior lighting; and engine control systems for two-wheel powertrain. The initial Kinetis EA series devices are available now.

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2024 Hyundai Kona Review – Ready For New Challenges?

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Acceleration was fine for stoplight scrambles but the motor seems to run out of guts for passing at the top end. Features that the Kona didn’t have before and are available now include dual-zone climate control, a power tailgate, and cooled front seats. That doesn’t make this a corner-carver – body roll is way too prevalent.

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evstores start deliveries of electric MyCar

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Deliveries of the electric MyCar have now started in London. After the launch at the British Motor Show in 2008, the car went on sale earlier this year exclusively from evstores in London. Now production has started and vehicles are being delivered to delighted customers in London.

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Swindon Powertrain launches HED High Energy Density vehicle battery pack for low-volume manufacturers

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UK-based Swindon Powertrain is offering a range of high energy density (HED) Li-ion battery packs alongside its range of compact electric powertrains to low-volume car and light commercial vehicle manufacturers and developers. Available now, initially in either 25 kWh or 60 kWh options, HED is an automotive grade lithium-ion unit.